Friendship, Social Skills & School Life

Elmer is different. Elmer is patchwork.

The grey elephants all love him, but he soon starts to wonder what it would be like to be just the same as them…

Full of colour, wisdom and pathos, little readers will love this classic tale at bedtime.

Collect this special 30th birthday edition of David McKee’s first book about Elmer, that turned this adorable patchwork elephant into a nursery favourite.

Deservedly a modern classic, with over ten million copies of his books sold worldwide, Elmer’s subtle message, that it is OK to be different, resonates with children across the world. Elmer the colourful patchwork elephant has been a nursery favourite since this first book was published in 1989.

‘A deserved favourite with the 2-5s’ SUNDAY TIMES

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Level: KS1
Subject: English

Learn the easy way with this comprehension activity book!

Including helpful questions and answers, this English book provides reassurance whilst supporting your child’s learning at home.

Combining useful English practice with engaging, colourful illustrations, this Comprehension practice book helps to boost your child’s confidence and develop good learning habits for life. Each fun activity is designed to give your child a real sense of achievement.

Included in this book:

• questions that allow children to practise the important skills learned at school
• colourful activities that make learning fun and motivate children to learn at home
• helpful tips and answers so that you can support your child’s learning

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Get inspired to reach the top of your game with 50 incredible true stories of sporting legends.
Award-winning journalist Rick Broadbent has interviewed some of the greatest sporting legends of our time. In this gripping collection of 50 true stories, he shares the most exciting and jaw-dropping accounts of success, failure, injury and bravery in sport, which will in turn inspire kids to find the confidence and resilience they need to reach the top of their game. An ideal book for any young sports fan who enjoys reading about their favourite heroes, such as Lionel Messi, Usain Bolt and Serena Williams.

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Ten cautionary tales and a delightfully dreadful cast of characters from number one bestselling author David Walliams!

Are you ready to meet the world’s worst children? Five beastly boys and five gruesome girls!

Like Sofia Sofa, a TV superfan so stuck to the sofa that she’s turning into one! And Blubbering Bertha, a bawling big sister with a horrid habit of telling tales!

From number one bestselling author David Walliams comes this collection of deliciously mischievous tales, illustrated throughout by artistic genius Tony Ross.

David Walliams’ book ‘The World’s Worst Monsters’ was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 18-09-2023.

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Dog Man and Petey face their biggest challenges yet in the tenth Dog Man book from worldwide bestselling author and illustrator Dav Pilkey – now available in paperback.

Dog Man is down on his luck, Petey confronts his not so purr-fect past, and Grampa is up to no good. The world is spinning out of control as new villains spill into town. Everything seems dark and full of despair. But hope is not lost. Can the incredible power of love save the day?

Dav Pilkey’s wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including:

• empathy
• kindness
• persistence
• and the importance of doing good.

Full colour pages throughout.

Love Dog Man? Check out Cat Kid Comic Club and Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey!

Everyone Digs Dog Man!

• “High-intensity, heartwarming, and, above all, hysterically funny.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review
• “Riotously funny and original.” – School Library Journal, starred review
• “An utter, unfettered delight.” – Booklist, starred review
• “Readers (of any age) will be giggling from start to finish.” – Publishers Weekly, starred review
• “Action-oriented cartoons… Laffs aplenty.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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Howl with laughter with the SIXTH book in the hilarious full-colour, illustrated series, Dog Man, from the creator of Captain Underpants!

Is Dog Man bad to the bone?

The heroic hound is sent to the pound for a crime he didn’t commit!

While his pals work to prove his innocence, Dog Man struggles to find his place among dogs and people.

Being a part of both worlds, will he ever fully fit in with one??

Dav Pilkey’s wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including:

• empathy,
• kindness,
• persistence,
• and the importance of being true to one’s self.

Full colour pages throughout.

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A bestselling story about confidence, self-esteem, and a shy little mouse who sets out on a journey to find his roar.

In a dry dusty place where the sand sparkled gold, stood a mighty flat rock, all craggy and old. And under that rock in a tinyful house, lived the littlest, quietest, meekest brown mouse.

Fed up of being ignored by the other animals, Mouse wishes he could roar like Lion. But, as he discovers, even the biggest, bossiest people are scared sometimes … and even the smallest creatures can have the heart of a lion!

A modern classic, The Lion Inside has sold over 200,000 copies in the UK alone and been translated into over 30 languages worldwide.

“A heartfelt message, delightfully conveyed.” Parents in Touch

“Captivating.” Books for Keeps

“A delight to read over and over again.” WRD

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Howl with laughter with the SIXTH book in the hilarious full-colour, illustrated series, Dog Man, from the creator of Captain Underpants!

Is Dog Man bad to the bone?

The heroic hound is sent to the pound for a crime he didn’t commit!

While his pals work to prove his innocence, Dog Man struggles to find his place among dogs and people.

Being a part of both worlds, will he ever fully fit in with one??

Dav Pilkey’s wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including:

• empathy,
• kindness,
• persistence,
• and the importance of being true to one’s self.

Full colour pages throughout.

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WHAT A SAVE!!!

After the triumph at the Euros, it’s now time for the big one! Packed to the brim with fun football trivia, quizzes, games, puzzles, top 10s, cartoons and more, this special Women’s World Cup annual is the only book fans of the beautiful game will need this summer.

Featuring Gary Lineker and all of the MOTD presenters, Paz, Ketch, and the world’s top teams and players, the Match of the Day Annual: Women’s Footy Special is the best around – and your ultimate companion to the 2023 World Cup action!

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This positive and insightful guide gives you the tools to build your confidence, overcome low self-esteem, and embrace opportunities in all areas of your life.

The two things you have the power to control in life are your thoughts and your actions. This is great news because these both have a huge impact on how your life turns out. Change your thoughts and you change your world.

There are tons of ideas to try from practising positive self-talk, to making a coping kit and tackling fears, plus you’ll learn the science behind why they work. Carry out the activities by yourself or with family and friends and take your confidence into your own hands!

Be Confident Be You is the perfect companion to Be Happy Be You (9780008367565).

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Discover the wonders of manifesting and create the life you want with this invaluable guide.
It’s a must-have for any teen who wants to live a more magical, empowered life.

With detailed explanations of meditation and mindfulness, as well as plenty of spells to help you manifest in different areas of your life, this book provides everything you’ll need to get started on your manifestation journey.

Learn to be present, raise your vibration, and find heart-felt success with this magical book! Perfect for readers aged 10+.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Young witches-in-training can learn everything they need to know with the Teen Witches’ Guides, from palm reading and crystal healing. With modern graphic illustrations, these practical guides are perfect for readers curious about Wicca, divination, and other hidden arts.

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Our canine superhero returns in DOG MAN: THE SCARLET SHEDDER, the suspenseful and hilarious twelfth graphic novel in the #1 worldwide bestselling series by award-winning author and illustrator Dav Pilkey!

P.U.! Dog Man got sprayed by a skunk! After being dunked in tomato juice, the stink is gone but the scarlet red colour remains. Now exiled, this spunky superhero must struggle to save the citizens who shunned him! Will the ends justify the means for Petey, who’s reluctantly pulled back into a life of crime in order to help Dog Man? And who will step forward when an all-new, never-before-seen villain unleashes an army of A.I. robots?

The fun and creativity continue with Dog Man with Love: The Official Colouring Book. And for more heartfelt graphic novel adventures, join Flippy and Li’l Petey in the Cat Kid Comic Club series. And don’t forget the series that started it all: Captain Underpants!

Dav Pilkey’s wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including:

• empathy
• kindness
• persistence
• and the importance of doing good.

Full colour pages throughout.

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The perfect present for Dog Man fans – starring some of your favourite characters from the series!

Excitement grips the Cat Kid Comic Club as Li’l Petey, Flippy and Molly inspire twenty-one baby frog siblings to continue making authentic and unique comics. Will Naomi and Melvin keep up their antics, or will they finally decide to straighten up and fly right? Will the creativity continue? Will the drama diminish? Find out in the next Cat Kid Comic Club!

The story is hysterical, thought-provoking and full of action-packed mini-comics including “Frogzilla vs. Mechafrogzilla” and “RoboChubbs.” “Two Birds” shows the value of viewing the world with a positive attitude.

Award-winning author and illustrator Dav Pilkey employs a variety of techniques – including: acrylic paints, coloured pencils, photography, collage, gouache, watercolours and more – to capture the joyful spirit of creativity. The variety of art styles, paired with Pilkey’s trademark storytelling and humour, inspires imagination and innovation for readers of all ages.

Cat Kid Comic Club was a New York Times Number One bestseller week commencing 08/12/2021

• Readers of all ages will be inspired to dream up their own stories and unleash their own creativity as they dive into this pioneering graphic novel adventure from Dav Pilkey
• Heartfelt and humorous with an amazing cast of characters
• Full colour pages throughout make it a fun and bright read!

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When Sofia loses her beloved teddy after a day at the beach, she is heartbroken. But the sea saw it all, and maybe, just maybe, it can bring Sofia and her teddy back together. However long it may take…

Exquisite collage artwork is paired with an assured, moving text in this very special picture book.

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A lyrical and inspirational picture book about protecting nature from plastic pollution.

When a young child forges a special connection with a seal on a trip to the seaside, their imagination takes them on an unforgettable journey. Through their eyes, we have a chance to explore everything the amazing beach and wide, wide sea has to offer . . . until suddenly a violent storm blows in. The next morning the beach is ugly . . . and covered in litter. Whose fault is it? And who can fix it? Together, the child, their grandmother, and the rest of the community clean the beach, and the child makes a promise to the seal that things will change for the better.

Written by author and wild-swimmer Anna Wilson and illustrated by Waterstones Children’s Book Prize winner Jenny Løvlie, this is the perfect story to share with children from 3+ who love the seaside.

Published in collaboration with the National Trust, who protect over 700 miles of wild coastline in the UK.

Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free ‘Stories Aloud’ audio recording – just scan the QR code and listen along!

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Packed with entertaining illustrations alongside practical information, the Social Media Survival Guide answers questions about all aspects of social media – the good AND the bad – making it a must-have tool for young people (and parents) to help navigate the online world safely and confidently and learn the best approaches to taking care of themselves.

Content includes:
– In-depth coverage of a range of important a difficult issues young people face including: body image, appearance-enhancing filters, influencers, sexual content and mental health
– Uses recognisable themes rather than platform specifics, making the content relevant long-term
– Tips on how to set up accounts safely and best manage privacy and messaging settings
– Addressing your persona, online reputation, and relationships
– Understanding fake news and information
– How to handle online bullying, as well as avoiding trolls
– Also includes links to professionally approved websites with more advice and support
– Expert advice from children’s online charity, Childnet International

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*Winner of the Children’s Non-fiction Book of the Year in the British Book Awards 2023*

*The Sunday Times Number One Bestseller* – Dr. Alex George’s debut book for children and young people.

What if we could think of mental health in a positive way? Sweep away the rain clouds. Talk about what’s on our minds. And care for our mental health in the same way we look after our bodies.

In this empowering and hopeful handbook, Youth Mental Health Ambassador Dr. Alex George is here to show us how.

A Better Day is a positive, accessible and practical toolkit guiding young readers in how they can care for their mental health with confidence.

From peer pressure and exam stress to online trolls and anxiety, life can be mentally draining. But though life is full of ups and downs, there are ways you can stay on top of your mental health – including overcoming stigma, talking about your feelings, developing resilience and switching your mindset.

This book provides all the scaffolding and practical techniques to help you do this, so though you might be having a hard time right now, you can look toward your future with optimism and positivity. Because no matter what, there is always hope for a better day.

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The essential teenage guide to tackling anxiety, from award-winning well-being expert Nicola Morgan, author of the bestselling Blame My Brain.
Anxiety is on many teenagers’ minds – it’s the word they use most often when they talk about their mental health. Award-winning author and teenage brain expert Nicola Morgan is here to help, with this practical guide to help young people understand their anxiety and cope with the challenges of modern life. Based on the latest science, No Worries is packed with advice to help teenagers master the best tricks and hacks to stay firmly in control of worries and embrace calm. From understanding how anxiety works, to building strategies to calm the body and mind, this essential guide equips young people with the tools to tackle their worries and live brilliantly.

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Piggy is back, and his newest plot is his most diabolical yet. Dog Man and the rest of your favourite characters must join together in this heroic and hilarious, ALL NEW adventure.

WHAT new villains are on the horizon? WHERE are they all coming from? And WHO will step forward to save the city when scoundrels sabotage our Supa Buddies? Find out in DOG MAN #11 – there’s so much more than ever before – it’s EPIC!

Dav Pilkey’s wildly popular Dog Man series appeals to readers of all ages and explores universally positive themes, including:

• empathy
• kindness
• persistence
• and the importance of doing good.

Full colour pages throughout.

Love Dog Man? Check out Cat Kid Comic Club and Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey!

Everyone Digs Dog Man!

• “High-intensity, heartwarming, and, above all, hysterically funny.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review
• “Riotously funny and original.” – School Library Journal, starred review
• “An utter, unfettered delight.” – Booklist, starred review
• “Readers (of any age) will be giggling from start to finish.” – Publishers Weekly, starred review
• “Action-oriented cartoons… Laffs aplenty.” – Kirkus Reviews, starred review

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‘The child-appeal of Funny Bums, Freaky Beaks and Other Incredible Creature Features isn’t limited to the title’ – Guardian

A delightful compendium of all the most unusual and unexpected features in the animal kingdom, from puzzling toes to weird ears, and all the other body parts in between!

These creatures have strange features – but they all serve a very useful purpose. This charming and visually appealing book carries the underlying message that everybody and everything is strange and wonderful in its own way – difference should be celebrated!

‘A fascinating introduction to the diversity of life on earth … This compendium intrigues and delights the reader. It celebrates evolution and creates a feeling of awe and wonder at the variety of the natural world. The book informs and inspires and can be dipped into again and again. Highly recommended for children aged 6+’ – The English Association

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