In this blockbuster instalment of the bestselling Middle School series, Rafe and all the favourite characters from James Patterson\'s books for kids get caught up in a hilarious adventure - together for the first time! Rafe and Jimmy, two misunderstood troublemakers, are finally up to something good. They\'re in charge of a huge celebration of books and reading - but when a small issue snowballs into

Take a tour of this Art Gallery and fill it with all sorts of artworks - from paintings, prints and photographs to carvings, sculptures and modern art. Explore behind the scenes, then stock the gift shop with books, toys and other tempting wares. Includes Usborne Quicklinks to specially selected websites where you can tour real art galleries and see famous paintings up close.

For fans of Pretty Little Liars, Little Monsters is a new psychological thriller, from the author of The Darkest Corners, about appearances versus reality and the power of manipulation amongst teenage girls.

From the author of the critically acclaimed, LOOKING FOR JJ, shortlisted for the Whitbread Prize in 2004 and the Carnegie Medal in 2005. A raw, powerful, moving tale about a girl attempting to deal with the aftermath of a sexual attack. My name is Stacey Woods and I was raped. Stacey is the victim of a terrible sexual attack. She does not feel able to go to the police, or talk about it to anybody other

OH LOOK, there\'s an EGG in your book! But this isn\'t any old egg - there\'s a dragon in it . . . And pretty soon she has set your book ON FIRE. OH NO! Tom Fletcher and Greg Abbott have created a fantastically interactive sequel to their bestselling There\'s a Monster in Your Book. Children will love stroking, poking and flapping the book to make magic happen as they turn the pages. Can they help

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An enchanting graphic novel about a feud, a friendship, and two girls forever changed. Based on the beautifully hand-crafted animated adventure, WolfWalkers, this graphic novel features an introduction and exclusive original art from film cocreator Tomm Moore and co-Art Director Maria Pareja. Watch the stunning film coming to Apple TV+. On the orders of the Lord Protector Cromwell, Robyn Goodfellowe

Three original stories for children who have just started reading on their own. Stories feature wrestling raptors, a hilarious tale of vegetarian dinosaurs and a prehistoric egg hatching in a modern museum. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

WARNING! Not suitable for children under 36 months because of small parts. Choking Hazard This book includes three fire-engine stories with a twist! Each story has a sturdy track embedded in the pages which the accompanying wind-up fire engine toy can then be placed upon to follow around and bring the story to life. This lovely big board book is perfect for sharing with small children, who love the

The hero of our story loves his birthday present: a plant he names Ivy. But little does he know, Ivy is a high-maintenance sort of plant, one who requires special daily attention, and has a secret appetite for mischief. On Monday, our hero asks his sister to keep an eye on Ivy while he is out, but he arrives home and - where has his sister disappeared to? The next day he must ask Grandfather to look

Did you know that mammoths and pharaohs walked the earth at the same time? Or that over 30 types of gladiators fought in ancient Rome? This fascinating book is filled with 100 historical facts, bright, infographic-style illustrations, a glossary and index. There are also links to specially selected websites with video clips and more information.

Wild Animals Where and how do wild animals live? Find out all about elephants, cheetahs, polar bears and other animals from around the world. Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird\'s best-selling reading series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to

This is a new title in the fantastic \"First Reading Series\", part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme. It is aimed at children who are beginning to read. It\'s dinnertime for Old Mother Hubbard\'s dog - but the cupboard is bare! It is developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is Principal Lecturer in Education from Roehampton University and an early reading specialist. Every title in this

Children are encouraged to draw over the dotted lines and then copy each word, either from memory or by closely following the original, in each brightly-illustrated scene. A great way to develop pen control and letter recognition. A wipe-clean activity book that encourages children to write and copy words as carefully as they can. Includes a wipe-clean pen so children can practise again and again,

Like its ambitious companion novel, Replica, this far-reaching novel by the powerhouse author of Before I Fall and the Delirium trilogy digs deep into questions of how to be a human being in a world where humanity cannot be taken for granted. In the world outside of the Haven Institute, Lyra and Caelum are finding it hard to be human-and Lyra, infected at Haven with a terrible disease, finds her symptoms

The common pipe cleaner is given a shot of Klutz magic. This book breaks down the how-tos into five easy-to-master moves. Kids can make caterpillars, prancing peacocks, flowers, bracelets, fire-breathing dragon finger-puppets and more. There is a wide assortment of pipe cleaners to give those critters a unique look and feel.

How does a sunflower grow? Open out the pages and watch in wonder as each stage in the life-cycle unfolds - from seed to seedling to fully grown plant.

Can you help the boy find his way through the mazes and back to his friends? Navigate towering treetops, prickly cactus fields, mysterious caverns and crumbling statues in your epic quest. Featuring ten compelling mazes to solve, this innovative and beautifully illustrated picture book is guaranteed to delight maze adventurers of all ages.

This beautiful large-format poster book lets you decorate your walls with the gorgeous images from Big Picture Press\'s bestselling Animalium. This is a stunning celebration of the world from immense mountains to tiny insects.

Learning your numbers has never been as much fun as with Ripley\'s Wacky 123! A brand new board book from Ripley\'s Believe It or Not! for kids learning their numbers. Wacky 123 contains colourful illustrations of animal characters based on incredible facts. Easy-to-read rhymes and bright images make learning 1-2-3 great fun for everyone. Weird, wonderful, and all true . . . Believe It or Not! Count