Written with great empathy and Rauf's trademark humour, The Great (Food) Bank Heist is a moving story that gives a child's-eye view of the increasing problem of food poverty.
On Thursdays, Nelson, Ashley and Mum head out to the bank. But not just any old bank - the food bank. With its shining tins and packets of food stacked from floor to ceiling, Nelson thinks it's the best kind of bank there is. But there's a thief in town, and the shelves of the food bank are getting emptier each day, leaving people hungrier than ever. For the sake of his family and everyone else's, Nelson needs to make them stop. But can he and his friends really be the ones to catch the bank robber?
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Rosie Roberts has a secret. So when she moves to a new school, she's desperate not to draw too much attention to herself. But things aren't so easy when your Mum is the popular new teacher everyone is talking about...Heartfelt drama, perfect for tweens. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+
Join the girls at the Strictly Dance Academy and experience all the fun and glamour of Strictly Come Dancing. Meet Bella, Natalie and Sofia - three dedicated pupils who love to dance!
A famous musical director is looking for Rock 'n' Roll dancers to perform on the west end stage and the Strictly Dance Academy girls are up for the parts. Bella has never danced this style of dancing before but is determined to impress. Performing in a musical is one of her dreams! But as Bella struggles with the audition routine can practice make perfect?
It's time to Rock 'n' Roll!
A must-read for anyone who has ever wished they could be a part of the glamorous world of Strictly Come Dancing.
Strictly Come Dancing (or Dancing with the Stars as it is known in the US) is a key BBC one show and can be seen in over 75 countries with approximate worldwide viewing figures standing at 250 million. It was the UK's highest rating programme of 2012 excluding The Olympics, Euro 2012 and The Diamond Jubilee Concert.
""It's amazing and a really exciting book to read!"" Grace, 7
""The pictures were beautiful and I think all girls of my age will love it!"" Aimee, 10
""It made me think I was really at Strictly!"" Lucy, 7
""I loved the Bella adventures. There were wonderful descriptions of the characters."" Josie, 7
""The book is really, really good. It's almost like I'm there watching."" Sigalia, 7
""I can't wait to read the next book."" Susan, 8
""I like the characters very much and am looking forward to the next book."" Eden, 8
""Once you start it, you can't stop reading it!"" Levana, 8
""I enjoyed reading this book because I loved the characters."" Mira, 8
""So much fun - especially the dancing bits!"" Janine, 7
""ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. I'd like to go to the Strictly Academy ... if there was one!"" Sterrett, 7
""It's really good!"" Leora, 6
Three feisty, fun-loving Anglo-Asian sisters rule the roost over their dad since their mum died. They've got a reputation at school for being the coolest, most sorted babes in town - and what they certainly DON'T need is an interfering Auntie-ji from India inviting herself over to England and cramping their style.
Join Jada and Granny Jinks in this charming new series for readers aged 6+! Gorgeously illustrated throughout by Selom Sunu, and brimming with warmth, tricks and magic, this is the perfect read for fans of The Naughtiest Unicorn, Bad Nana and Wigglesbottom Primary!
When Jada Jinks finds a box of magic tricks in her granny’s flat, she uncovers her granny’s SECRET dream of becoming a magician. Jada soon decides that she’s going to help Granny Jinks fulfil her dreams, but one thing stands in her way – her dad, Jonny Jinks, who hates magic! Will Jada be able to help Granny Jinks pass the auditions for Dalton Green Magic Society, and will she learn some tricks of her own along the way?
Inspired by the true story of Jenny Mayers – the first Black woman to be accepted into the Magic Circle.
*Includes how-to magic tricks for you to try at home!*
With themes of finding courage, making friends, managing relationships at home, school and in the community, this is a wonderful new series for readers aged 6 and up!
Their last term at Cricklepit Combined School is full of the usual fun and madness, but then Tyke learns that much more is at stake. Is it possible to keep hapless Danny out of trouble? And what final surprise does Tyke have in store?
From bestselling author and stand up comedian Anh Do
comes the hilarious hit chapter book series, WeirDo.
These illustrated books will keep readers laughing as Weir and
his friends navigate the trials of elementary school.
Meet Weir Do.
No, that's not a typo,
that's his name!
Weir Do's the new kid in school.
With an unforgettable name, a crazy family, and
some seriously weird habits, fitting in won't be easy... but it will be funny!
This bind-up contains:
WeirDo (WeirDo #1)
Even Weirder! (WeirDo #2)
A moving tale of laughter and loss from bestselling Cathy Hopkins. Emily and her Dad have been on their own since her mum left. But Emily has a secret: she still sees her mum, and people are beginning to worry about her. Because Emily's mum isn't coming back… Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+
A moving tale of laughter and loss from bestselling Cathy Hopkins. Emily and her Dad have been on their own since her mum left. But Emily has a secret: she still sees her mum, and people are beginning to worry about her. Because Emily's mum isn't coming back…But as her friendship with Mark starts to develop into something more, can Emily find the strength to start letting go? Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 8+
'Truly unforgettable ... deserves to be read and studied by all' - Onjali Q. Rauf, bestselling author of The Boy at the Back of the Class
Secrets from the past are the keys to the future...if two children can find them. Bold adventure, timely themes and breath-taking writing from award-winning author, Sita Brahmachari.
Usha is devastated when her grandmother Kali Ma passes away. Then straight-talking Imtiaz arrives - her new adoptive sister - and the two girls clash instantly. They both feel lost. That is until Kali Ma's ghost appears...with a task for them.
Immy's and Usha's home is full of history and secrets. Many years ago it was The House of the Ayahs - for those nannies who couldn't return to their Indian homeland - and Kali Ma made a promise she couldn't keep. She can't pass on to the other side until the girls fulfil it.
Today, Usha and Immy's over-worked parents run the house as a home for refugees, but eviction threatens. The precious documents that could save them are lost. As the house slowly fills up with ghosts, that only Usha and Imtiaz can see, the girls realise they have more to save than just one grandmother's ghost.
With help from their new friend Cosmo, Usha and Immy must set off on a quest through London, accompanied by two bickering ghosts, working together to find a series of objects that shine a magical light on their family's past and hold the clues to securing their future.
If they can set the secrets of generations free, will they be in time to save their home?
Endorsed by Amnesty International. *Sita Brahmachari is a World Book Day author for 2021 with gorgeous short story, The River Whale!*
Lara Jean keeps her love letters in a hatbox her mother gave her.
One for every boy she's ever loved. When she writes, she can pour
out her heart and soul and say all the things she would never say
in real life, because her letters are for her eyes only.Until
the day her secret letters are mailed, and suddenly Lara Jean's
love life goes from imaginary to out of control.
NOW A FEATURE FILM
All three books in one collection! Contains:
To All The Boys I've Loved Before
P.S. I Still
Love You
Always and Forever, Lara Jean
