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Super Dweeb and the Pencil of Destiny (Super Dweeb #1)
by Jess Bradley"With fast-paced action and absurd humor [...] Super Dweeb in an exciting new series for fans of Captain Underpants or Diary of a Wimpy Kid" - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"A funny, fast-paced and zany adventure bursting with colourful cartoon-style illustrations" - BOOK TRUSTAndy wishes that he had *awesome powers*, like the heroes of his home-made comic stories. But instead, he's stuck in the real world, where he has an annoying little brother, a super-weird teacher ... and everyone says he's a total dweeb.Then one day, he discovers an oversized, glowing pencil on a school trip to the local toxic waste dump. He starts sketching and finds that he can redraw reality.Now, thanks to the power of doodling, Andy can bring to life anything that he can imagine, erase his problems, and doodle his way of sticky situations. He's not just a dweeb ... he's a SUPER DWEEB! Even Mona, the ice-cool new girl at school, seems impressed.But there's a twist in the tale.. because everything goes very wrong when little brother Oscar does some doodling of his own. Now there's a scribble monster on the loose! Run for it, Andy!The first of the hilarious new Super Dweeb series, this unpredictable, anarchic adventure story will have kids rolling on the floor. Featuring comic-strip-style storytelling in full-color, this chapter book is perfect for readers aged 7-9.
Super Dweeb and the Time Trumpet (Super Dweeb #4)
by Jess Bradley"With fast-paced action and absurd humor [...] Super Dweeb in an exciting new series for fans of Captain Underpants or Diary of a Wimpy Kid" - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL"A funny, fast-paced and zany adventure, bursting with colourful cartoon-style illustrations" - BOOK TRUST***Super-doodler Andy may have an awesome atomic pencil that brings his drawings to life, but he's still pretty new to the whole hero thing.The fourth book in the Super Dweeb series, this unpredictable, anarchic adventure story features comic-strip-style storytelling in full-colour and is perfect for readers aged 7-9.
Super Dweeb vs Doctor Eraser-Butt (Super Dweeb #2)
by Jess BradleyAndy may be a little socially awkward, but thanks to his awesome atomic pencil-which can bring doodles to life-he's far from an ordinary dweeb. Look out, evil-doers ... here comes SUPER DWEEB!Mona, the cool new girl at school, has somehow talked Andy into becoming a costumed crimefighter. Now, thanks to his snazzy superheroic stylings, he's gained both an army of fans, and an arch-enemy ... and he can't decide which is worse!The president-for-life of Andy's fan club is his little brother, Oscar, and while he may not have a superpower, Oscar's still super-determined to become Andy's sidekick. Andy is definitely not up for having a little kid following him around!Meanwhile, witness the diabolical origin story of Doctor Eraser-Butt - the sinister super-scientist, whose bulbous behind can obliterate objects from existence.The second of the Super Dweeb series, this unpredictable, anarchic adventure story features comic-strip-style storytelling in full-colour and is perfect for readers aged 7-9.
Super Dweeb vs the Evil Doodler (Super Dweeb #3)
by Jess Bradley"With fast-paced action and absurd humor [...] Super Dweeb in an exciting new series for fans of Captain Underpants or Diary of a Wimpy Kid" - SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNALAndy may seem like an ordinary dweeb, but he has an incredible secret. When he draws a picture with his ATOMIC PENCIL, it comes to life! And with awesome power comes awesome ... sneakiness!Andy wants to take the day off school to see the new Gamma Guys movie. His ingenious plan is to draw a clone of himself. There's only one problem: His carbon copy doesn't much like taking orders!In fact, Andy quickly starts to think that he's created his own EVIL TWIN. Uh-oh! Things quickly escalate into a crazy battle of doodlers.Look out ... it seems like Andy's really met his match!The third book in the Super Dweeb series, this unpredictable, anarchic adventure story features comic-strip-style storytelling in full-color and is perfect for readers aged 7-9.
When Saturday Comes
by null Tony BradmanA young boy’s relationship with his struggling dad is strained when he is forced to choose between playing football and quality time in this sensitively told story from award-winning writer Tony Bradman. Daniel had a hard time when his parents split up and his dad started working abroad. He had to move and start at a new school, but things changed for the better when he started playing football for the Haybrook Rockets. This season the team are in with a chance of winning the Championship, but just as things are looking up for Daniel his dad comes back and the only time he can meet up is a Saturday morning – when Daniel plays football. He doesn’t want to let his dad or his team down, so what is Daniel going to do?
The Baker's Boy and the Great Fire of London (Short Histories #1)
by Tom Bradman Tony BradmanThis exciting story brings the tale of the great fire of London to life for young readers. When Will Farriner wakes to the sound of crackling flames and the smell of smoke, he knows something is terribly wrong! As his family escape the flames engulfing their bakery, Will realises he must stop the fire from spreading. But what can be done before all of London goes up in smoke?Full of adventure and danger, this short text is suitable for struggling readers but engaging enough to give confident readers a quick, fun read.Suitable for use in schools as guided reading texts or for reading independently.
Blast Off! (Space School)
by Tom Bradman Tony BradmanLuke, Yasmin and Yuri have been stuck on the Buzz Aldrinspaceship for so long that they can barely remember what living onpolluted planet earth was like! So when the colony finally finds anearth-like planet that seems safe to land on, they can't believe theirluck. But when the trio of friends accidentally stumble across anabandoned alien city, tripping the planet's self-destruct system in theprocess, it seems that all their dreams of leaving life in space behindare about to go out with a bang. Can they save the planet, or at leastsave themselves, before blast off?
Crash Course (Space School)
by Tom Bradman Tony BradmanLife can be pretty tough when you're stuck on a spaceship because pollution has destroyed Planet Earth. Especially when your mum is the stressed-out captain, and your grades are slipping at school. But Luke's boring world is about to change when he accidentally gives a dangerous virus to the spaceship's mainframe, sending the ship hurtling unstoppably towards a radioactive moon. Whoops! Can Luke and his friends stop the ship from crashing and killing them all?
Ice Breaker (Space School)
by Tom Bradman Tony BradmanWhen the spaceship colony Buzz Aldrin spots an ice planet, although it's no good for long-term habitation, it isa great place for a winter holiday! Armed with skis, snowboards andsledges, the children are taken for a fun-filled fieldtrip, which quickly turns to disaster when an avalanche strikes.Luke, Yuri and Yasmin think that being trapped inan ice cave is bad enough, but then discover that actuallythey're inside the mouth of an enormous alien creature! Will the trioof young adventurers ever manage to escape? Or will they becomethe human equivalent of a frozen TV dinner?
My Brother's Keeper (National Archives Ser.)
by Tom Bradman Tony BradmanA novel of the First World War. Alfie signs up for the army aged just 15, carried away by patriotic fervour at the start of the Great War. But life in the trenches is very far from his dreams of glory. It's hard, and cold, and it's boring. Alfie is desperate to see some action. But when he volunteers for a raid on the German trenches, against the advice of his comrades, Alfie begins to understand what war means, and to see the value of the lives that are being thrown away on the Western Front every day...
Titanic: Death on the Water (National Archives)
by Tom Bradman Tony BradmanFascinating fictional retelling of the events that led to the tragedy of the Titanic, based on documents from the National Archives and written by bestselling author Tony Bradman and his son Tom.A Belfast boy is terrified of getting a job in the dockyard where the Titanic is being built, and where his father died. Instead he gets a job on the ship, where he thinks his biggest problem is his rivalry with a fellow ship's boy who calls him a coward. On the night the unsinkable ship meets the iceberg, he must find out how brave he really is.
4u2read – Operation Banana (4u2read)
by Tony BradmanAs World War ll drags on, Susan sets out on a mission to cheer up her mum in this heartwarming wartime tale from award-winning historical fiction writer Tony Bradman.
Attack of the Vikings (Flashbacks)
by Tony BradmanFinn wants to be a Viking warrior, and seek adventure and glory in far-off lands, not become chieftan of a farming village like his father. But then, when his father has been summoned away to another island, Finn is left in charge, and danger strikes. With the village under siege and only Finn and his friends to protect it, can he save the day and learn what it really means to have the blood of a Viking?
Attack of the Vikings (Flashbacks)
by Tony BradmanFinn wants to be a Viking warrior, and seek adventure and glory in far-off lands, not become chieftan of a farming village like his father. But then, when his father has been summoned away to another island, Finn is left in charge, and danger strikes. With the village under siege and only Finn and his friends to protect it, can he save the day and learn what it really means to have the blood of a Viking?
Bad Boys: Bad Boys
by Tony BradmanSometimes - to survive - you have to FIGHT! Each year, City FC - known as 'the Hawks' - take on a group of thirteen-year-olds for the first tier of their special soccer school: training sessions in the evenings and weekends for truly talented players who are aiming to become professional players. It's a glamorous, exciting future for the few who succeed - with huge rewards. But the failure rate is also high - BAD BOYS, the second in the series, highlights a conflict between two players who want to play in the same position: Ben, who wants to be accepted as 'one of the lads', even if it means behaving badly; and Lee, who fights to make his own decisions, only to realize he's made the wrong choices...
Bruno and Frida
by Tony BradmanFriendship forms in the midst of war between a young German boy and a Russian bomber-dog, in this poignant and gripping historical adventure.
Bug Club Comprehension Year 5 Below Deck: A Titanic Story (PDF)
by Tony BradmanBelow Deck: A Titanic Story Grace is sad to leave Auntie Nora, but she can't help feeling excited about living with Uncle Patrick in New York. As Grace climbs on board the Titanic, she is unaware of the difficult choice that awaits her. Will she make the right decision, and can she survive the ship's fateful voyage?
Bug Club Green B Epic Adventures (PDF)
by Tony BradmanChristopher Columbus and Neil Armstrong both had epic adventures. Columbus landed in America, and Armstrong landed on the Moon! They found very different things – but how were their adventures similar?
Daisy and the Unknown Warrior
by Tony BradmanReluctant reader favourite Tony Bradman returns with a captivating historical tale inspired by the true story of Britain's Tomb of the Unknown Warrior. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant or dyslexic readers aged 8+
Duel In The Sky: World War One Short Stories: Duel In The Sky (EDGE: World War One Short Stories #1)
by Tony BradmanA new German fighter ace is terrorising British planes over the trenches of France. It will take the bravery and sacrifice of a Britsh ace and the courage of a hero to bring him down.This title is published by Franklin Watts EDGE, which produces a range of books to get children reading with confidence. EDGE - for books kids can't put down.
Duel In The Sky: World War One Short Stories: Duel In The Sky (EDGE: World War One Short Stories)
by Tony BradmanA new German fighter ace is terrorising British planes over the trenches of France. It will take the bravery and sacrifice of a Britsh ace and the courage of a hero to bring him down.This title is published by Franklin Watts EDGE, which produces a range of books to get children reading with confidence. EDGE - for books kids can't put down.
Football Fever
by Tony BradmanTenn Top-Scoring Soccer StoriesTake a grandstand seat for some great soccer action:- a barefoot boy who beats the odds and amazes everyone with his stunning skills;- a goalie called Titch, who proves height isn't everything when it comes to saving goals;- the one and only Harry Jackson, determined to be the best referee ever. Tony Bradman has collected ten brand-new, action-packed tales for this terrific collection of never-before-published football stories from a team of top children's authors such as Rob Childs, Nick Warburton, and Geraldine McCaughrean. All the fun, the drama, the action and excitement of the football field is here, so kick off inot the world of football fever!
Football Fever 2
by Tony BradmanTen top-of-the-league soccer stories. Meet Craig, who takes advice from a phantom footballer to help his team on a goal-scoring run in the league championship; Dave, an inexperienced goalie who has to make split-second decisions in a penalty shoot-out; Olly, a top striker, who invents new team tactics just before the Cup semi-finals; and a whole squad of other talented young players - goalies, defenders, midfielders and strikers.Celebrate the goals, applaud the great saves and hold your breath for those edge-of-the-seat matchplay moments in this collection of never before published soccer stories from a team of top authors including Rob Childs, Narinder Dhami and Paul Stewart.
Football Fever 3
by Tony BradmanPep times his move with instinctive perfection. Suddenly, he's back on the ball, and the defenders realize (too late, because they're committed now) that he never really left: it was all an illusion. And then he's over the ball, collecting it with his right instep, to banana it over the heads of both defenders, and way beyond the reach of the late-diving keeper...Football Fever 3 contains ten brand new soccer stories from a team of top authors including Rob Childs, Narinder Dhami and Tony Bradman.As well as Pep, join the rest of the squad - midfielder Andy who has a chance to impress the soccer scouts, if only his father will allow him to play; Dekko, captain of the Hilljoy team, the roughest, toughest team to run out on to a football pitch, striker Jonno, who gets a brilliant idea of how to lift his team from bottom of the league, and many others.
Hercules the Hero (White Wolves: Myths and Legends)
by Tony BradmanHercules was famous throughout Greece for his strength and courage,which made the Goddess Hera cross. Why should a human enjoy such fameand success? She wants to see him suffer. So she makes him the servantof cruel King Eurystheus, who sets him a few small tasks to carry out... Hercules the Hero is a modern retelling of the classic Greek legend.