Retold by Raymond Sibley, illustrated by Monica Armino. ... This "Ladybird Classic" is an abridged retelling of the classic tale of "Frankenstein" by Mary Shelley. A perfect introduction to the famous story, it is ideal for adults to read with children, or for newly confident readers to tackle alone. Please note that due to some scary parts in places, content may not be suitable for very young or sensitive readers. Victor Frankenstein has always been fascinated by the darker side of nature One fateful night, his sinister obsession triggers a chain of events that will have terrible consequences for ... |
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There are secrets hidden beneath the ice... bring the magic home in the frosty fourth instalment of the bestselling "Pinch of Magic Adventures", from the award-winning Michelle Harrison. When the Widdershins sisters and Granny are called away in deepest winter to look after cousin Clarissa, it doesn't take long for adventure - or trouble - to find them. The town of Wilderness has plenty to explore with its frozen lake and winter market, as well as being haunted by a doomed highwayman and his secret love. But the legends are true and seeing a ghostly figure one night, the girls realise that Granny is in ... |
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A suspenseful tale of witches, family, and magic from internationally bestselling author Stefan Bachmann. When a twelve-year-old orphan unexpectedly becomes the mistress of a seemingly abandoned castle, she is thrust into a mysterious plot involving murderous spells, false identity, and a magical battle of wills between the living and the dead. Readers of Kate Milford's "Greenglass House", Victoria Schwab's "City of Ghosts", and Diana Wynne Jones will be riveted. Twelve-year-old Zita, an orphan and a housemaid, has resigned herself to a life of drudgery when a strange letter arrives, naming ... |
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Geppetto carves himself a puppet out of wood. He loves the puppet and calls him Pinocchio. Pinocchio doesn't want to be a puppet. He wants to be a real boy, but he is naughty and cannot tell the truth... "Macmillan English Explorers" is an eight-level reading scheme written specifically for young learners of English. They bring first language teaching methods to reading lessons in international classrooms. Informed by the National Literacy Strategy and by teaching methodology for first language speakers of English, "Macmillan Explorers" is supported by an understanding of the needs of young ... |
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The book is part of "Ladybird tales" collection. Illustration by Yunhee Park. ... "Ladybird" has published fairy tales for over forty-five years, bringing the magic of traditional stories to each new generation of children. This classic version of "The Three Little Pigs" is based on the original "Ladybird" retelling by Vera Southgate, with beautiful new illustrations of the kind children like best - full of richness and detail. An essential part of any child's bookshelf, "Ladybird Tales" are perfect for sharing together and creating memories to treasure forever. ... |
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"Planets. School Trip to the Moon" is a Level 6 reader. Its fun and informative subject matter will capture a child's interest in reading and learning English while reinforcing the basic structures and vocabulary found in most primary courses. Activities pages and picture dictionary can be found at the back of each reader. The book can be used as supplementary reading material with any primary course. The "Macmillan Children's Readers" series offers simplified English reading. The series is divided into six levels. The series brings children real and imaginary stories to arouse their interest. ... |
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A story of healing, home and new beginnings. It has been a long time since Alice has felt safe. Because of him. Ross. But now she, Mum and her little brother Henry have finally moved far away, where Ross will never find them. It's a fresh start, Mum says. This time, she is never going back. Slowly Alice starts to build a life for herself, at a new school with new friends. But she can't escape the feeling she is being watched. That he might be lurking, waiting to ruin everything again. That Mum might be about to break her promise. That, just when Alice is starting to feel safe, everything will be taken away from ... |
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El Deafo meets "Inside Out" and "Back Again" in this funny, emotional illustrated middle-grade debut novel about immigrating to Australia, being upstaged by an annoying little brother, baking cakes and overcoming loss. When Jingwen moves to Australia, he feels like he's landed on Mars. School is torture, making friends is impossible, since he doesn't speak English, and he's stuck looking after his (extremely irritating) little brother, Yanghao. To distract himself from the loneliness, Jingwen daydreams about making all the cakes on the menu of the bakery his father had planned to open ... |
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Don't laugh. He's dangerous. ... Fidge is having a bad week. She's been flung into a bizarre world alongside three companions: two are deeply weird and the third is her awful cousin Graham. She has to solve a series of nearly impossible clues, defeat a dictator who can't pronounce the letter "r" and deal with three thousand Wimbley Woos (yes, you read that sentence correctly). And the whole situation - the whole entire thing - is her fault. "What a book." Katherine Rundell "A classic in the making." The Times "A Riotously Funny Adventure Tale." Observer ... |
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One night. One apartment. Eight people. What could possibly go wrong? Twins Sam and Ilsa have spent most of their high school years throwing parties for friends - and now they've prepared their final extravaganza, just before graduation. The rules are simple: each twin gets to invite three guests, and the other twin doesn't know who's coming until the partygoers arrive. With exes, new crushes and old friends on the guest list, secrets are bound to emerge. And romance may flourish in unexpected places. ... |
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From the #1 New York Times Bestselling Author. ... Family, Friends, Boys... Dental Drama?! A True Story. Raina just wants to be a normal sixth grader. But one night after Girl Scouts she trips and falls, severely injuring her two front teeth, and what follows is a long and frustrating journey with on-again, off-again braces, surgery, embarrassing headgear, and even a retainer with fake teeth attached. And on top of all that, there's still more to deal with: a major earthquake, boy confusion, and friends who turn out to be not so friendly. This coming-of-age true story is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever ... |
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Tom and Holly are at the zoo with Mum and Dad. First, Tom looks through a telescope and sees lots of interesting things. Then they all go to the zoo gift shop. "The Explorers Phonics" bring first language teaching methods to reading lessons in international classrooms. They focus on how reading works, so children are able to read new texts and pronounce new words more easily. "The Explorers Phonics" complement the "Macmillan English Explorers" and can also be used alongside any other reading program. "Macmillan Explorers" is an eight-level reading scheme written specifically for ... |
