- Table View
- List View
David Beckham: EDGE - Dream to Win (EDGE: Dream to Win #1)
by Roy AppsEver had a dream -- a dream to win? David had a dream -- to play for Manchester United.This is the story of David's early years and his break through into Manchester United's first team.This title is published by Franklin Watts EDGE, which produces a range of books to get children reading with confidence. We believe this title will be of interest to readers aged 7+ and to older readers who struggle with reading. EDGE - for books kids can't put down.
David Beckham, Eat This: Western Wildcats 5 (Western Wildcats #5)
by John LarkinWhen Tangles doesn’t turn up to training for a couple of weeks, it looks as though the Wildcats will be facing more recruitment problems. Then Splinters spots Tangles up at the shops wearing a bandanna and a Camp Quality T-shirt and he realises the truth: Tangles is seriously ill. Splinters wants the Wildcats to try for the Guinness Book of Records marathon soccer match in order to raise some money and buy Tangles a special machine from the States that will save his life. But when the English FA decide to hold a competition for a couple of junior soccer teams to play a curtain raiser for the grand reopening of Wembley Stadium, Splinters is ready to abandon Tangles to his fate and put all his energy into that instead.
David Copperfield
by Charles DickensBook Description David Copperfield is the story of a young man's adventures on his journey from an unhappy and impoverished childhood to the discovery of his vocation as a successful novelist.
David Copperfield: The Charles Dickens Children's collection (Easy Classics) (The Charles Dickens Children's Collection (Easy Classics) #5)
by Charles DickensDavid’s life isn’t easy. His father is dead and his mother is getting married to the meanest man in the country. And when he is sent off to a truly terrible school, David discovers punishments more terrible than he can imagine. Surely life can’t get any worse! The only happy ever afters David knows are in the pages of his favourite books. Can he rewrite his own ending? About The Charles Dickens Children's Collection: Bah humbug! Who says the classics are just for adults? Join Ebeneezer Scrooge on his ghostly Christmas adventure, or follow orphaned Oliver Twist from rags to riches in some of literature's most famous tales from the foggy streets of Victorian London.Adapted and illustrated for children aged 7+. About Sweet Cherry Easy Classics: Sweet Cherry Easy Classics adapts classic literature into stories for children, introducing these timeless tales to a new generation.
Davina Dupree Catches a Crook: 5th in Egmont School Series (Egmont School Series #5)
by SK SheridanThe pupils at Egmont Exclusive Boarding School for Girls are thrown into a frenzy of delight when famous explorer Dr Aardvark arrives to teach geography. But it's not long before Davina Dupree and her best friend Arabella notice there's something rather odd about Dr Aardvark and his menagerie of animals. However, the sudden collapse of beloved headmistress, Mrs Fairchild, quickly redirects their attention. Can Davina and Arabella get to the bottom of the mysterious goings on before anything else awful happens?
Davina Dupree Predicts a Plot: Second in the Egmont School Series
by S.K. SheridanSecond in the Egmont School Series: Davina Dupree is excited to be back in her luxury boarding school after the half term holidays, especially as famous Hollywood director Alfie Calpone will soon be arriving to direct the school play. But when jewellery goes missing from First Years' dorms, bullies Cleo and Clarice attempt to pin the blame on Davina's new friend Lottie. The clock starts ticking as Davina attempts to unearth the real culprit before the curtain goes up on opening night... If you enjoy reading Malory Towers by Enid Blyton, you'll love this book. Davina is a modern day Darrell Rivers and her school, Egmont Exclusive School for Girls, is the ultimate, modern day boarding school, full of thrilling adventure, mouth watering food and bags of mysterious goings on... A perfect read for children who enjoy school fiction, adventure, mystery or humorous stories
Davina Dupree Puzzles a Pirate: Third in the Egmont School Series
by S. K. SheridanThird in the Egmont School Series: Davina Dupree sets off on an exciting, luxury school trip with the rest of the first years from Egmond Exclusive Boarding School. At first everything goes well, as the girls settle into tents on Ni Island and study the rare animal and plant species there. But it's not long before a pirate ship is spotted on the horizon and expensive items go missing from several girls' tents. Will Davina and her best friend Arabella be able to outwit the pesky pirates before the school trip is ruined?
Davina Dupree Suspects a Smuggler: Fourth In The Egmont School Series
by S. K. SheridanFourth in the Egmont School Series: Davina Dupree and her best friend Arabella enjoy their day out down an old smuggling tunnel that leads from their boarding school's cellars to a nearby beach. On returning to school they discover a crisis has occurred - someone has stolen all of Marcel the Chef's expensive ingredients! Arabella may never be able to eat her favourite pudding, Magic Mousse, ever again! Davina and Arabella resolve to solve the mystery, a decision that plunges them into a murky world of smuggling and intrigue. The question is, will they be able to rescue the ingredients in time, or will the smuggler get the better of them?
Davina Dupree's Bizarre Birthday Balloon Ride: 6th in Egmont School Series (Egmont School Series #6)
by SK SheridanIt's Davina Dupree's birthday, and her mysterious parents have bought her and best friend Arabella a luxury hot air balloon ride. At first Davina enjoys the ride, but when parts of the balloon start breaking down, Davina suspects foul play is involved. Will she and Arabella be able to pin point the culprit and stop the vandalism before the balloon starts to fall?
Dawn
by Eve EdwardsDawn is the sequel to Dusk, the epic wartime romance by Eve EdwardsLondonPaddington Station22 October 1916Sebastian reached in his pocket for the portrait of Helen he had drawn only last year. 'I'm looking for a young lady who came through here late last night.'Sebastian Trewby doesn't have long before he will be called back to the front line, and Helen has disappeared. He must find her and make her realise that he will protect her before it's too late.Helen knows that if Sebastian discovers her it could ruin him. But threatened by a society that wants to persecute her at every turn, her only hope lies with those that love her. And the authorities are closing in...[praise for DUSK] 'This is a book that is heartbreaking and romantic, a book that will tug at your heartstrings and make you think about it long after you close the last page.' Goodreads reviewer'I could say so much more in praise of this novel, but really, I think it would be better if I just said this: Read 'Dusk', I don't think you will be disappointed.' Amazon reviewer
DAWN (Warriors: The New Prophecy #3)
by Erin HunterIn the exciting second Warriors story arc, the wild cats of the forest have lived in peace and harmony for many moons—but new prophecies from their warrior ancestors speak of a mysterious destiny and grave danger for the clans. The third of six titles in this thrilling feline fantasy adventure.
The Dawn Chorus
by Suzanne BartonPeep awakes one morning to the sound of a beautiful song - but where is it coming from?It's the Dawn Chorus! And Peep is desperate to sing with them. But no matter how hard he tries, he just can't make it happen. Little does Peep know, he's just about to meet someone very special who will show him just how enchanting nightingales like him can be . . .A heartfelt story, exceptionally illustrated by exciting new author-illustrator Suzanne Barton.
Dawn of a Dark Age (Runes of War: The Book of Man #7)
by Jane WelchThe first book in a new epic fantasy trilogy by British author Jane Welch.
Dawn Of Eden: Dawn Of Eden; Thistle And Thorne; Sun Storm (Mira Ink Ser.)
by Julie KagawaVenture into Julie Kagawa’s dark and twisted world… A Blood of Eden short story.
Dawn of Fear
by Susan CooperSirens are blaring. Families huddle in bomb shelters. A nearby city is in flames.For Derek and his friends, night-time air raids are a normal part of everyday life. When a particularly violent raid closes their school for a few days, the boys use the time to complete construction of their secret camp. But to their horror, their refuge is savagely attacked by a rival neighbourhood gang. And then, after one night filled with bombing, the war changes his world forever.
Dawn Undercover
by Anna DaleEngland's Secret Intelligence Organisation, S.H.H. (Strictly Hush-Hush), is composed of several departments which are scattered over the capital city in undisclosed locations. Behind the façade of a seemingly ordinary bed & breakfast hotel in Pimlico resides the offices of P.S.S.T. (Pursuit of Scheming Spies and Traitors).Dawn finds herself drawn in to an amazing world when she is enlisted by S.H.H. to find a spy missing in action.No ordinary spy drama, this wonderful book is full of charm, surprises and invention.
Dawn Undercover
by Anna DaleDawn Buckle spends most of her days trying to get people to notice her. But whether at home or at school, it's as if she's completely invisible. And that's exactly what makes her the ideal recruit for S.H,.H. (Strictly Hush Hush)-a secret intelligence agency. How the world's most forgettable girl transforms herself into a world-class spy and tracks down a surprising secret agent will delight readers.
Dawnblaze Saves Summer: Series 1 Book 1 (Unicorn Magic #1)
by Daisy MeadowsA secret world full of magic, unicorns and friendship! The brand-new series from the bestselling Daisy Meadows, author of RAINBOW MAGIC and MAGIC ANIMAL FRIENDS, and the most-borrowed children's author in UK libraries.Aisha and her parents are moving to Enchanted Cottage, where spellbinding secrets are hidden in every corner. Soon Aisha and her new friend Emily are whisked to a magical, faraway realm, where they meet the unicorns of Enchanted Valley. But the unicorns are in trouble, and they need the girls' help...
Dawns y Ddraig (Coeden Ddarllen Rhydychen Cam 4 Rhagor o Storiau Pecyn B)
by Roderick Hunt Alex Brychta Juli PaschalisRhan o Coeden Ddarllen Rhydychen Cam 4 Rhagor o Storiau Pecyn B. [Part of Coeden Ddarllen Rhydychen Cam 4 Rhagor o Storiau Pecyn B.]
Day and Night: Level 2 (National Geographic Readers Ser.)
by Shira Evans National Geographic KidsNational Geographic Primary Readers is a high-interest series of beginning reading books that have been developed in consultation with education experts. The books pair magnificent National Geographic photographs with lively text by skilled children’s book authors across four reading levels. Learn how animals and plants change and adapt to day and night in this photographic non-fiction book. Level 2: Becoming fluent. These books are a good match for kids who are developing reading stamina and enjoy a longer book. They are ideal for readers of Green, Orange and Turquoise books.
Day and Night: Independent Reading Non-Fiction Blue 4 (Reading Champion #515)
by Jackie WalterThis book is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with UCL Institute of Education (IOE)Day and Night is a non-fiction text explaining the different things that happen in the day and at night. The simple sentence structure offers readers the opportunity for an independent reading experience with the support of the illustrations.Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.This early non-fiction text is accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure.
A Day at the Eden Project: Band 05/Green (Collins Big Cat)
by Kate Petty Ley Honor Roberts Cliff Moon Collins Big CatThis book recounts the experiences of two children as they take a look inside the giant Biomes and discover the exciting plants and exotic foods that grow in difficult environments. Green/ Band 5 books offer early readers patterned language and varied characters. Text type – A non-fiction recount of a visit. A map of the Eden project can be found on pages 22 and 23 to encourage children to discuss the information. Curriculum links – Geography: Passport to the world; Science: Growing plants and animals in the local environment. This book has been levelled for Reading Recovery. This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.
A Day at the Gallery: An arty animal search book jam-packed with facts
by Nia GouldThe mice are captivated by Matisse and the cats are exploring the Surrealists’ room ... what else is going on in the gallery? This quirky and creative search-and-find book takes children, room by room, through a wonderfully illustrated gallery, where an array of animals are enjoying everything from Impressionism and Surrealism to Pop Art and Cubism. Each room is filled with strange and astonishing works of art, with things for children to spot and information that introduces artists and art movements. There’s a cat in a bowler hat, a cheesy Matisse, and plenty more to capture children’s imaginations as they enter the gallery for the first taste of the beautiful world of art. Perfect for children aged 6 and up.
The Day I Met Suzie
by Chris Higgins'My boyfriend could get into trouble if he gets caught. He could go to jail.' I moan softly. 'So could I.''Anything you tell me is completely confidential.' I sigh deeply. What have I got to lose? 'I wouldn't know where to begin.''At the beginning?' she says. 'In your own words.'So that's what I do. I start at the beginning like she says.The day I met Suzie.Indigo (Indie) rings the Samaritans. She is frightened and desperate with no one to turn to. Over the course of one long night, Indie tells her story to the person on the end of the phone. She realises that her friend Suzie has taken over her home, her friends, her work, her boyfriend - and her life. After every few chapters we are brought back to the present moment, and see how piecing the story together helps Indie progress towards resolution.
A Day In India: Band 06/Orange (Collins Big Cat Ser.)
by Jonathan Scott Angela Scott Collins CatFind out all about living in India as we follow Gini on a day in her life in Jaipur. Who's in her family, what does she like to eat and what's her school like? This non-fiction recount, written and beautifully photographed by Jonathan and Angela Scott, answers all these questions and more, telling us all about Gini's life.