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Five Stories from the Silver Shoe Farm Stables (Pippa's Pony Tales)

Tilly dreams of having a pony of her own. One that only she can ride to stardom. An omnibus edition of the first five Pippa's Pony Tales; heartwarming stories about the horses and ponies she meets at Silver Shoe Farm stables, and a very special horse she will love forever.Magic Spirit the Dream Horse: Tilly Redbrow lives, breathes and dreams horses. The only thing missing from life with her adoptive family is a pony of her own. But on the day Tilly helps rescue a terrified horse from the roadside, her dreams begin to come true. She quickly forms a special bond with Magic Spirit, the beautiful grey horse that is now being cared for at Silver Shoe Farm.Red Admiral the Racehorse: After rescuing Magic Spirit, Tilly spends every moment she can with him at Silver Shoe Farm. While she's there, she's drawn to a Red Admiral, a young racehorse who has been injured. With her horse-whispering skills, it's not long before Tilly knows how to help him on the road to recovery.Rosie the Perfect Pony: Every waking moment is about horses for pony-mad Tilly. At Silver Shoe Farm she is getting to know Magic Spirit better and better and growing in confidence with him. She's also enjoying making new friends both human and, with the arrival of Rosie, the perfect pony, animal ones too.Samson the Stallion: Everyone is excited for the London International Horse Show. Then Magic Spirit falls ill and Tilly must nurse him back to health. It turns out that her special skills come in useful at the horse show too, where she helps soothe a fiery stallion who no one else can get close to.Lucky Chance the New Foal: The team at Silver Shoe Farm are proud to work with the World Horse Welfare Organisation caring for neglected horses. They're all thrilled when one of their rescued horses gives birth to a filly foal who Tilly names Lucky Chance.

Flora Stormer and the Golden Lotus: Book 1 (Flora Stormer #1)

Flora Stormer sets off to discover a magical flower hidden deep in the rainforest - and ends up finding . . . HERSELF! A brand-new series combining the magic and adventure of Jumanji with a message celebrating difference and self-acceptance. Flora Stormer, a talented young artist with Tourette's Syndrome, is helping her father prepare for an expedition to search for the legendary golden lotus - a plant with magical healing properties. But when her dad falls ill, Flora bravely sets sail in his place, hoping the mythical plant might save him. Equipped with her paints and a magical map, Flora treks through the rainforest, encountering dangerous animals and poisonous plants along the way. But the greatest threat she faces is from a greedy collector determined get his hands on the flower first. Can Flora and her new friends stop him from stealing the golden lotus and cursing the rainforest forever?Praise for Flora Stormer and the Golden Lotus: "A fun, pacy story with a delightful heroine and a powerful message," Cath Howe, author of Ella on the Outside."There's a little bit of magic and a whole lot of heart in Flora's inspiring adventure!" Lucy Strange, author of Our Castle by the Sea.

Flying Through Water

"A searingly honest story of adventure, resilience, and survival. A must-read!"—Alan Gratz, New York Times bestselling author of Refugee ★ &“A powerful look at...the will to survive.&” ―Kirkus, starred review For fans of A Long Walk to Water and Hatchet, this boy&’s gripping journey from poverty to empowerment transports readers to modern-day Ghana, into the throes of an extraordinary survival story. Sena treasures his life in rural Ghana—playing soccer, working the family farm, striving to do his best at school—but he is increasingly aware of his family's precarious security in the face of poverty. When an alluring gentleman comes to town to befriend local teenagers, offering promises of a better future, it only takes one more unsettling turn of events to send Sena into the clutches of human traffickers. Sena's ordeal, escape, and remarkable survival makes for a page-turning adventure of self-discovery and empowerment. &“Engaging.&”―Booklist

Foals At The Farm: Phase 3 Set 1 Blending Practice

Follow Your Dreams: 100 Inspiring And Extraordinary Jobs

Discover 100 inspiring and extraordinary jobs in this illustrated book for kids! Why not become a cat behaviourist? Or a rollercoaster engineer? How about a coral reef gardener?

The Fox and the Crow: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader (Read It Yourself)

Based on the well-loved Aesop tale. A hungry fox is on the hunt for some food. When he spots Crow in her tree, he hatches a plan to get her cheese! What will Fox have to do to get Crow's delicious snack? The Fox and the Crow is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

Frida the Rock-and-Roll Moth: A story about finding your confidence

A NEW picture book from the winner of the Best Illustrated Book, Waterstones Children's Prize 2023.Frida is a musical moth who loves to rock out ­- she puts on her pointy boots and plays her purple guitar really LOUD! But when the Big Bright Light is switched on, more moths appear, ready to rock together, and Frida starts to feel that everyone is much better than her. Perhaps she isn't so rock-and-roll after all . . .With the help of her biggest fan, Auntie Edna, Frida learns to reclaim her style, find her confidence and get up and rock on once more!This positive picture book will inspire readers to find what makes them feel good and let their inner confidence shine.Kim Hillyard creates positive, heart-warming stories that are designed to empower and inspire young readers. Each picture book focuses on a different feeling or belief to help children navigate the world around them.Also available from Kim Hillyard:Mabel and the Mountain: a story about believing in yourselfNed and the Great Garden Hamster Race: a story about kindnessGretel The Wonder Mammoth: a story about overcoming anxietyFlora and Nora Hunt for Treasure: a story about the power of friendship

Fright Bite (Dread Wood #5)

The brand new must-read middle-grade novel from the author of super-spooky Crater Lake. Perfect for 9+ fans of R.L.Stine’s Goosebumps.

Fun Pets: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader (Read It Yourself)

Do you have a pet? From cats and dogs to hamsters and fish, pets are fun to look after and play with. What do they like to do? Fun Pets is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

Fun with Festivals

Now enjoy your favourite festival even more with myths, legends and fun things to do throughout the year!From Diwali's dazzle to Holi's hues, from Navratri's beats to Eid's feasts and from Christmas carols to New Year treats, get set to rejoice with your loved ones. Packed with festive facts, wonderful things to make, and exciting activities to do with friends and family, this delightful book has everything you need to turn each day into a cheerful celebration. It's all here! So why wait? Learn to make your favourite goodies, help your folks decorate the house, make DIY gifts for your friends, and dig into this super one-stop celebration collection to create cherished memories.

The Gap: Phase 2 Set 3 Blending Practice

German-Language Children's and Youth Literature In The Media Network 1900-1945.

With the research of German-language children's and youth literature and its media associations in the period from 1900 to 1945 as well as the recording of all data in an online portal for research and visual analysis, an innovative contribution to the historiography of children's and youth literature is available. The introduction provides information on the criteria for inclusion, central sources, theoretical frameworks, and the spectrum of the media associations investigated. Part I assembles three overview articles on the media of radio, film and theater for children and young people as well as a contribution on the conception and development of the online portal. In the second part, 18 selected media alliances are presented, sorted into the categories pioneers conquer the new media - stage children migrate to radio and/or film - fairy tales in film and radio - classics in all media - school stories in the theater, book and on the screen - crime and scandal on the screen - political conquers book and film.

The Gingerbread Man: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader (Read It Yourself)

Based on the popular classic tale. When a cheeky, freshly baked gingerbread man leaps out of the oven and runs away, he's chased by a motley crew of characters who want to eat him for their tea! Can anyone catch him?The Gingerbread Man is from Developing Reader Level 2 and is ideal for readers aged from 5+ who can read short, simple sentences with help.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

The Girl and the Mermaid

Alina and her granny live in a lighthouse by the sea: a home filled with the warmth of Granny's magical stories. But Alina is worried. Granny's memories and stories are starting to fade away, and she doesn't know how to bring them back. Then one day, she meets a mermaid on the rocks near the lighthouse – and she's swept into a magical deep-sea adventure that will change everything. An instant classic from the bestselling creators of The Girl and the Dinosaur.

The Girl Who Dreamed in Magic

From the acclaimed writer of Ship of Shadows comes a brand-new fantasy following the magical journey of one girl and her bear. In a land of ice and stars, where constant troll invasions threaten to shake the moon from the sky, lives a girl with a magical destiny. A girl braver than a Viking, who will one day hold the fate of the North in her hands. That girl is Saga Thorolfsdottir.But there's just one problem: ever since her parents died wielding powerful runes, Saga has been deathly afraid of magic. She would much rather stay within the safety of her village and play with her pet bear, Bjørn, than pursue any kind of magical destiny.So when Saga accidentally disturbs a clan of trolls in the mountains, leading to her whole village being taken prisoner, she has to face her fears head on. No amount of rune magic will defeat these monsters, and Saga has only one option - to compete in the Fifth Winter contest, an incredible tournament where only the bravest may enter and only one champion can win. The prize? A horn of magic, powerful enough to rattle the gods themselves . . .This is the perfect read for fans of Sophie Anderson's The Girl Who Speaks Bear, Abi Elphinstone and Fireborn!

The Girl Who Wasn't There

'And we're going to live here, happily ever after, just like a fairy tale.'When Dad tells Luna and her little sister Aurora that they're moving to live in a real tower, it's almost like they've stepped inside a fairytale.But everything is not as magical as it first seems. The tower needs patching up, Dad still doesn't have a job and they're not even allowed in the room up at the very top.When it's time to start at their new school, Luna quickly finds a friend, but six-year-old Aurora absolutely hates the children in her class. She prefers to spend her time with her imaginary friend Tansy. Aurora's make-belief life causes problems for them all - and it seems like Aurora really believes Tansy exists...Is there really a curse on the tower - and will Luna be able to break it?A spine-tingling tale from the bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.

Go: Phase 3 Set 2

Go For Goal: Phase 3 Set 1 Blending Practice

Go, Kit Cat! (Read It Yourself)

Two stories that build on the phonics learned in previous steps and focus on the sound and letter combinations: m, d, g, o, c, k, ck.Go, Kit Cat! is from Beginner Reader Level 0. It is ideal for children aged 4+ who are developing their first phonics skills. Steps 1 to 12 gradually introduce new letters and sounds.Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books for children who are learning to read.Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.

Goldilocks and the Three Bears: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader (Read It Yourself)

Based on the well-loved classic tale. Goldilocks is walking through the woods when she discovers a house belonging to three bears. With curiosity getting the better of her, what will happen when the bears return home? Goldilocks and the Three Bears is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

Goliath the Rescue Horse (Pippa's Pony Tales #13)

Tilly dreams of having a pony of her own. One that only she can ride to stardom. Will her wishes come true when she joins Silver Shoe Farm Stables?Tilly learns all about World Horse Welfare and, when she visits their rehabilitation centre, she falls in love with gentle giant, Goliath, the shire horse. What can she do to help find him a new home?Collect all 18 titles in this series of irresistible, uplifting and heartwarming pony adventures. Printed in a dyslexia friendly font and packed with up to date tips from three times Olympic Medallist, Pippa Funnell, as well as a helpful glossary and black and white illustrations on every spread.

Goodnight Stories

A bedtime collection of short stories by the world's best-loved storyteller. Perfect for children aged 5 and up!From a wizard on the moon to midnight fairy parties, there's a dreamy story for everyone in this short story collection by Enid Blyton. Drift off to dreamland with these starlit adventures!These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.Enid Blyton remains one of Britain's favourite children's authors and her bumper short story collections are perfect for introducing her to the latest generation of readers.Read all of Enid Blyton's bumper short story collections. New in 2024:Goodnight StoriesFive-Minute Summer StoriesMagical StoriesOne-A-Day Christmas Stories***Enid Blyton® and Enid Blyton's signature are registered trade marks of Hodder & Stoughton Limited. No trade mark or copyrighted material may be reproduced without the express written permission of the trade mark and copyright owner.

The Goose That Laid Golden Eggs: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader (Read It Yourself)

Based on the popular classic fable. A man and a woman's wildest dreams come true when they buy a very special goose that lays golden eggs, making them richer and richer each day! But can having lots of money make them happy forever?The Goose That Laid Golden Eggs is from Developing Reader Level 2 and is ideal for readers aged from 5+ who can read short, simple sentences with help.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

The Government of Disability in Dystopian Children’s Texts (Critical Approaches to Children's Literature)

This book takes up the task of mapping discursive shifts in the representation of disability in dystopian youth texts across four historical periods where major social, cultural and political shifts were occurring in the lives of many disabled people. By focusing on dystopian texts, which the author argues act as sites for challenging or reinforcing dominant belief systems and ways of being, this study explores the potential of literature, film and television to act as a catalyst of change in the representation of disability. In addition, this work discusses the texts and technologies that continue to perpetuate questionable and often competing discourses on the subject.

Grandmas Are the Greatest

Every grandma is different … but they're ALL special!Is your grandma an actor or an acrobat? Is she an ambulance driver, an expert chef, or secret spy? Whatever your grandma does, you can be sure she loves you!A heartwarming celebration of grandmas everywhere, and the love and friendship they share with their grandchildren. With Ben Faulks' irresistibly bouncy rhymes and charming illustrations by the talented Nia Tudor, this book is the perfect gift for any grandparent or grandchild. Also available: Grandads Are the Greatest