Peek inside the pop-up windows! Best friends Maxx and Darsey are fascinated by a planet far, far away on the other side of the galaxy, and when the chance arises to stow away on an exploratory mission, they cannot resist a trip to...planet Earth! Three-dimensional layered pages enable youngsters to explore every aspect of this tale of intergalactic intrigue. Peek through the pop-up windows, open the door to the top-secret facility, and discover what happens during the little aliens' fantastic voyage. It offers out-of-this-world reading for 3- to 7-year-olds. Maxx and Darsey live on planet X-Roxx in a solar system on the edge of the Milky Way. At school, the young aliens are enjoying learning about other planets. The one they like best is called Earth. They have intergalactic 'pen pals' there, called Ben and Joe. Maxx and Darsey would dearly love to meet their friends - and when they hear that Darsey's uncle is leading a research mission to Earth, they decide to tag along. Peer into the dark depths of the shuttle bay as they sneak aboard! Gaze through the ship's viewport into the vastness of space!
However, when secret agents notice the little alien visitors on Earth, Ben and Joe must rush to their rescue. You can follow the brave youngsters down the long corridors of the Alien Holding Hub (or AHH for short)...Young readers will be gripped by this thrilling story, and the detailed pop-up illustrations will take them right into the heart of the adventure.
The second book in the New York Times bestselling Maze
Runner series - now a series of major movies starring
Dylan O'Brien!
SEE THE FILMS. READ THE BOOKS. ENTER THE MAZE ...
Thomas was sure that escape from the maze meant he and the Gladers
would get their lives back. But no one knew what sort of life
they were going back to.
The earth is a wasteland. Government and order have disintegrated
and now Cranks, people driven to murderous insanity by the infectious
disease known as the Flare, roam the crumbling cities hunting
for their next victim ... and meal.
Thomas can only wonder - does he hold the secret of freedom somewhere
in his mind? Or will he forever be at the mercy of WICKED?
Book 2 in the #1 New York Times bestselling
MAZE RUNNER series!
Now a major film available to stream on Disney+
High-octane, dystopian YA adventure, perfect for fans
of The Hunger Games and Divergent
Five pulse-pounding books in the series!
Loved The Scorch Trials? Make sure to check
out the sequel The Death Cure!
A girl who changes into a hare to evade a cruel lover. One in a series of short stories that explore the deeper, darker side of our connection with the natural world. For older children and adults. Inspired by ancient folk tales and a love of nature. Be ready to feel a little bit of magic, and perhaps a few shivers down the spine. -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru
In addition to the fifteen creatures featured in the first five Spiderwick adventures, this extensive volume features an additional fifteen creatures to delight and astonish, such as mermaids, gargoyles and leprechauns. It also features snippets from Arthur Spiderwick's journal... information that specifically links the Guide to the Spiderwick Chronicles. There are even cameos from all the favourites in the series. From clever and informative introductory sections on essential materials and faerie world basics, through sections featuring fabulous faerie species, to an addendum created by Jared Grace, correcting Arthur Spiderwick and cross-referencing with the story books, this is the field guide to end all field guides!
A powerful being fights for his life within the body of a humble, earthbound puppy.
Sirius, immortal Lord of the Dog Star and infamous for his quick temper, cannot believe it when he is falsely accused of murder and banished to Earth. There he is reborn into the body of a puppy and learns that he has the life-span of that creature to recover the missing murder weapon. If he fails, he will die.
He is adopted by Kathleen, who has no idea that her beloved Leo’ is anything more than an abandonded stray. She is a loving owner, but an unwanted guest in a family who mostly resent her presence.
Sirius soon learns that he has enemies amongst the humans as well as amongst the unearthly beings who sentenced him. How on earth can he clear his name without his special powers?
After deception and defeat by Rebel forces and the escape of Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader is on a mission to instill fear and discipline in Imperial ranks with a group of elite stormtroopers - and the Dark Lord's own lightsaber. But after the Rebels once again evade Vader's wrath, Han Solo, Chewbacca, Princess Leia, and Luke Skywalker find themselves together on the Millennium Falcon, going undercover to strike another blow against the Empire!
One day a small boy was taking a walk. On his way he found a little line lying on the ground. He picked it up and put it in his pocket. And forgot about it. But you know what? The little line came to life! Enter the magical, creative world of the renowned French artist, Serge Bloch, where anything can happen, and the most ordinary little line can have the most marvellous adventure.
The Crash happened in 2021. Now aliens rule the world. Matt Merton is fighting to save the human race.
'The Firm is evil. They will let the alience take over the world. We've got to stop them.'
Jane and Matt meet at last but Matt is being chased by the Firm. It's time for Matt to choose a side. Part of the Matt Merton Mysteries series.
Award-winning children's writer and former Children's Laureate Michael Morpurgo has collected his greatest magical stories from all around the world and put them in one place. Here! From tiny heroes to talking frogs, and meddling fairies to mysterious sea creatures, this is a timeless collection to treasure forever. Beautiful colour illustrations bring the magical text to life. There are lots of stories to choose from, including The Frog Prince, Sleeping Beauty, and a retelling of Jack and the Beanstalk written by Michael Morpurgo. So whether you're looking for a quick read or a longer story to lose yourself in, something to read alone or a tale to share, there's a great magical story within for everyone to find.
A sumptuous gift edition for young readers to treasure.
