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The Mennyms (A\mark Macleod Book Ser. #Vol. 4)
by Sylvia WaughIncludes extra content detailing the story behind how the Mennyms came to be. Previously unpublished and exclusive to the ebook editions, the author hopes her readers, new and old, will enjoy discovering the back story to this mysterious family of life-sized rag dolls.From the outside, 5 Brocklehurst Grove looks like an ordinary house - the windows are always clean, and the garden well tended. And from the inside, to hear the voices of the inhabitants, the Mennym family, you would think they were a perfectly ordinary family, too. But you'd be wrong, for the Mennyms are far from ordinary. The whole family shares an astonishing secret behind which it's hidden for forty years; a secret to which nobody has ever come close - until perhaps, now. When a letter arrives from Australia, the whole family is plunged into fear that now, for the first time, their secret is about to be exposed . . .Sylvia Waugh's extraordinary debut novel about the Mennyms, a family of life-sized rag dolls, won the 1994 Guardian Children's Fiction Award.
Mennyms Alive (Mennyms Ser. #Vol. 4)
by Sylvia WaughFinal chapter in the MENNYMS saga about a life-size family of rag-dolls which has captured the imagination and hearts of readers all over the world. The Mennyms have always lived in danger, ever since their maker, Kate Henshaw, has instilled in them an indomitable life force, a life force that has carried them through many perils. But now with shocking suddeness, that life force has abandoned them all except for Soobie - the sole survivor. As the blue Mennym he's always been a bit special and it's amazing he's come this far when others have perished. . . . . but are his problems just beginning?Includes extra content detailing the story behind how the Mennyms came to be. Previously unpublished and exclusive to the ebook editions, the author hopes her readers, new and old, will enjoy discovering the back story to this mysterious family of life-sized rag dolls.
Mennyms Alone (The\mennyms Ser. #Vol. 4)
by Sylvia WaughPenultimate story in the MENNYMS saga about a life-size family of rag-dolls which has captured the imagination and hearts of readers all over the world.The Mennyms family faces its most awesome struggle yet when the family patriarch, Sir Magnus, predicts the unthinkable - their world is about to end. Suddenly it's all change and the simple, hermit-like life of the rag-doll family is galvanised into action as they prepare for their fate. Is Sir Magnus's astonishing prediction of doom just the pessimism of old age - or is this really the end of the line for the Mennyms. . . . ?Includes extra content detailing the story behind how the Mennyms came to be. Previously unpublished and exclusive to the ebook editions, the author hopes her readers, new and old, will enjoy discovering the back story to this mysterious family of life-sized rag dolls.
Mennyms In The Wilderness (Red Fox Older Fiction Ser. #Vol. 2)
by Sylvia WaughThe follow-up to Sylvia Waugh's award-winning debut, The Mennyms.The Mennyms are faced with a crisis when plans to build a motorway straight through their home are announced. They've successfully survived living on Brocklehurst Road for forty years, carefully keeping the secret of their rag doll identity under wraps. But news of the motorway forces them to confront a cruel ultimatum: they can be destroyed with the house, or they can move out into the countryside. Either way the consequences will be devastating . . .Includes extra content detailing the story behind how the Mennyms came to be. Previously unpublished and exclusive to the ebook editions, the author hopes her readers, new and old, will enjoy discovering the back story to this mysterious family of life-sized rag dolls.
Space Race (Ormingat Ser. #Bk. 1)
by Sylvia WaughFor almost as long as he can remember, Tom has lived happily in Belthorp. When his father breaks the unbelievable news that their family come from the planet Ormingat and must go back there, Tom is devastated. Apart from the wrench of leaving home, insuperable difficulties stand in their way as they try to reach their return ship.
The Ghost of the Trenches and other stories (Flashbacks)
by Helen Watts Taffy ThomasAs the Great War raged, and in its aftermath, people created hundreds of legends and stories round it, to speak of the sadness, the heroism, the deaths. Author Helen Watts and storyteller Taffy Thomas bring together this compelling, moving collection of ghost stories and mysteries from both sides of the conflict, from the haunted U-boat to the ghost of the trenches.
Stick Dog (Stick Dog Ser. #1)
by Tom WatsonMeet Stick Dog – a new breed of hero! In his first adventure, Stick Dog and his friends embark on an epic quest to steal a hamburger. With hilarious illustrations and pitch-perfect humour, Stick Dog is a must-have for fans of WIMPY KID and BIG NATE.
Stick Dog (Stick Dog Ser. #1)
by Tom WatsonMeet Stick Dog – a new breed of hero! In his first adventure, Stick Dog and his friends embark on an epic quest to steal a hamburger. With hilarious illustrations and pitch-perfect humour, Stick Dog is a must-have for fans of WIMPY KID and BIG NATE.
Stick Dog Chases a Pizza: Stick Dog, Stick Dog Wants A Hot Dog, Stick Dog Chases A Pizza (Stick Dog Ser. #3)
by Tom WatsonStick Dog and his furry friends are BACK! In this third hilarious adventure, Stick Dog and his pals are out for a pizza! A must-have for fans of WIMPY KID and BIG NATE.
Stick Dog Dreams of Ice Cream: The Funniest, Hungriest Dog Is Back In Another Hilarious Adventure (Stick Dog Ser. #4)
by Tom WatsonEveryone’s favourite furry friends are BACK in this fourth hilarious adventure!
Stick Dog Taster (Stick Dog Ser. #1)
by Tom WatsonCheck out the first three chapters of this brilliant new book for FREE. Meet Stick Dog as he and his friends go on an epic quest to steal a hamburger. With hilarious illustrations and laugh-out humour, Stick Dog is a must-have for fans of WIMPY KID and BIG NATE.
Stick Dog Wants a Hot Dog: Stick Dog, Stick Dog Wants A Hot Dog, Stick Dog Chases A Pizza (Stick Dog Ser. #2)
by Tom WatsonStick Dog is back in his second hilarious and hugely illustrated adventure. This time he and his pals are hungry for hot dogs but they need a plan… a must-have for fans of WIMPY KID and BIG NATE.
Summer Is Here
by Ms Renée WatsonNew York Times bestselling creators Renée Watson and Bea Jackson offer a picture book ode to a picture-perfect summer day, from sunrise to sunset.Summer is here!No dark clouds in the sky, it's a perfect day for play. What joy will summer bring me today?Summer is finally here, and she's bringing the most perfect day! From sunup to sundown, there's so much to do on this lovely summer day. With summer comes fresh fruit, sweet and tangy, jump ropes for leaping and dancing, and friends at the pool swimming and floating. Summer brings family cookouts under shady trees, gardens overflowing, and the familiar song of the ice-cream truck. This beautiful ode to all the season's sensations follows one girl's perfect day in an exploration of joy, family, friendship, sunshine, and wonder.Her stars shimmer like spilled glitter across the sky. I whisper a wish and say goodbye to the day.I wish summer would stay.Renée Watson celebrates iconic childhood joys in this love letter to summer featuring bright, sun-drenched art from Bea Jackson.
Summer Is Here
by Ms Renée WatsonNew York Times bestselling creators Renée Watson and Bea Jackson offer a picture book ode to a picture-perfect summer day, from sunrise to sunset.Summer is here!No dark clouds in the sky, it's a perfect day for play. What joy will summer bring me today?Summer is finally here, and she's bringing the most perfect day! From sunup to sundown, there's so much to do on this lovely summer day. With summer comes fresh fruit, sweet and tangy, jump ropes for leaping and dancing, and friends at the pool swimming and floating. Summer brings family cookouts under shady trees, gardens overflowing, and the familiar song of the ice-cream truck. This beautiful ode to all the season's sensations follows one girl's perfect day in an exploration of joy, family, friendship, sunshine, and wonder.Her stars shimmer like spilled glitter across the sky. I whisper a wish and say goodbye to the day.I wish summer would stay.Renée Watson celebrates iconic childhood joys in this love letter to summer featuring bright, sun-drenched art from Bea Jackson.
The Mine Wars: The Bloody Fight for Workers' Rights in the West Virginia Coalfields
by Steve WatkinsFor fans of Steve Sheinkin and Deb Heiligman, a riveting true story of the West Virginia coal miners who ignited the largest labor uprising in American history.In May of 1920, in a small town in the mountains of West Virginia, a dozen coal miners took a stand. They were sick of the low pay in the mines. The unsafe conditions. The brutal treatment they endured from mine owners and operators. The scrip they were paid-instead of cash-that could only be used at the company store.They had tried to unionize, but the mine owners dug in. On that fateful day in May 1920, tensions boiled over and a gunfight erupted-beginning a yearlong standoff between workers and owners.The miners pleaded, then protested, then went on strike; the owners retaliated with spying, bribery, and threats. Violence escalated on both sides, culminating in the 1921 Battle of Blair Mountain, the largest labor uprising in United States history.In this gripping narrative nonfiction book, meet the resolute and spirited people who fought for the rights of coal miners, and discover how the West Virginia Mine Wars paved the way for vital worker protections nationwide. More than a century later, this overlooked story of the labor movement remains urgently relevant.
Tales from Shakespeare: "othello" (Tales From Shakespeare Ser.)
by Marina Warner Charles And LambAs children, Charles and Mary Lamb took great delight in exploring their benefactor’s extensive library; as adults they began writing children’s books together that also appealed to all generations. In Tales of Shakespeare they wished to bring their favourite plays to life for children too young to read and appreciate Shakespeare’s work. This collection of twenty of Shakespeare’s stories begins with The Tempest, which explores themes of magic, power and reconciliation, and ends with Pericles, Prince of Tyre, an exotic play of love, loss and family ties. Between these two tales are twelve romances and comedies, all written by Mary, and six tragedies, all written by Charles. Each tale is told chronologically and retains much of Shakespeare’s lyricism, phrasing and rhythm. Together, they form a captivating and accessible introduction to the Bard’s work.
Let's Bake a Cake: Let's Bake A Cake (lib Ebook) (Let's Find Out #2)
by Ruth Walton'Let's Bake a cake' takes you around the world to find out where the ingredients in a cake come from. Discover how butter is made, where wheat and sugar come from and much more.You can also follow the recipe to make your very own chocolate cake! This book is part of the innovative non-fiction series for children 'Let's find out'. Through quirky illustrations and lively text, each book helps children find out about the world around them, and beyond.
Let's Drink Some Water (Let's Find Out #4)
by Ruth Walton'Let's drink some water' takes you around the world to find out all about water. Discover why we need to drink water, what the water cycle is, how our drinking water is cleaned and much more. This book is part of the innovative non-fiction series for children 'Let's find out'. Through quirky illustrations and lively text, each book helps children find out about the world around them, and beyond.
Let's Get Dressed: Let's Get Dressed (lib Ebook) (Let's Find Out #1)
by Ruth Walton'Let's get dressed' takes you around the world to find out what your clothes are made from. Discover where cotton and leather come from, how woollen clothes are made and much more. This book is part of the innovative non-fiction series for children 'Let's find out'. Through quirky illustrations and lively text, each book helps children find out about the world around them, and beyond.
Let's Read a Book: Find Out About Books And How They Are Made (Let's Find Out #3)
by Ruth Walton'Let's read a book' takes you around the world to find out how a book is made. Discover how writing developed, what an author does, where paper comes from and much more.This book is part of the innovative non-fiction series for children 'Let's find out'. Through quirky illustrations and lively text, each book helps children find out about the world around them, and beyond.
Let's Ride a Bike (Let's Find Out #5)
by Ruth WaltonLet's ride a bike takes you around the world to find out how bicycles are made and used. Discover when bicycles were invented, why it's hard to cycle up hill and much more!Let's find out is an innovative series of non-fiction books. Through quirky illustrations and lively text, each book helps children find out about the world around them, and beyond.
Close to the Wind
by Jon WalterA war-torn country... a town that is burning. A single ship waits at the port for those who can escape. How can a boy and his grandfather hope to get on board? And will they find his mother before it leaves? When Papa meets two old friends, he makes a deal that could save them all. But this is only the beginning of the journey for Malik. If he is to escape, he will need all of his courage, his sense of right and wrong and a magic trick that he must practise till it's perfect.
Professor Astro Cat's Frontiers of Space (Professor Astro Cat #1)
by Dominic Walliman Ben NewmanProfessor Astro Cat is the smartest cat in the alley. He's got a degree in just about every discipline under the sun! Speaking of the sun, he happens to be specialist on that too, and Professor Astro Cat's Frontiers of Space will tell you everything that there could be to know about our star, our planet, our solar system, our galaxy, and our universe. The professor's made sure of that; he's a fastidious little feline! Professor Astro Cat's Frontiers of Space also explores topics such as gravity, extraterrestrial life, time, and many other fascinating subjects that will take you and your children on a journey to the very frontiers of space!
Bad Dad
by David WalliamsRead David Walliams’ latest bestselling children’s book, Bad Dad, a fast and furious adventure for boys and girls aged 7–12. Beautifully illustrated by artistic genius Tony Ross.
The Boy in the Dress: The Boy In The Dress/mr Stink/billionaire Boy/gangsta Granny/ratburger
by David WalliamsThe sparkling debut children’s novel from David Walliams, number one bestseller and fastest growing children’s author in the country.