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Weaving Well-being Year 6 Empowering Pupil Beliefs Pupil Book Kindle Edition (PDF)
by Fiona Forman Mick RockNo synopsis available.
Wedding Day Drama: Book 4 (Bridesmaids Club)
by Posy DiamondYou are invited to join in the wedding fun with Sophie, Shanti, Cora and Emily! It's Emily's chance to shine - she's starring in the school play, AND her uncle's wedding!Emily has so much to look forward to! She and her Bridesmaids Club friends have all been cast in the school play - and her Uncle Josh is getting married to their drama teacher! But there's drama of the wrong kind when the wedding venue is flooded. Will the wedding need to be cancelled?The Bridesmaids Club girls know that the show - and the wedding! - must go on! They'll just have to improvise . . .
Wednesday Weeks and the Crown of Destiny: Wednesday Weeks: Book 2 (Wednesday Weeks)
by Cristy Burne Denis KnightWednesday Weeks is just starting to get the hang of this whole magic thing. But Gorgomoth the Unclean is on the loose again and he's out to ruin everything, for keeps. When Gorgomoth steals the Crown of Destiny and turns Grandpa into a frog, it's up to Wednesday and Alfie - with help from Bruce and their new friend Adaline - to track him down. But wormholes, giant pinball machines and a stolen crown are only the beginning. Throw in a floating fortress full of goblins, some misbehaving magic and a missing pair of eyebrows, and Wednesday and Alfie are going to have to take their magic - and their science - to the next level. Book 2 in the brilliant Wednesday Weeks series, which asks the question: In a world of magic, can science save the day?
Wednesday Weeks and the Tower of Shadows: Wednesday Weeks: Book 1
by Denis Knight Cristy BurneIn a world of magic, can science save the day?Wednesday Weeks never wanted to be a sorcerer's apprentice. She'd rather study science than magic. But when her cloak-wearing, staff-wielding grandpa is captured by a power-hungry goblin king, Wednesday must find a way to embrace her magical heritage and rescue him from the dreaded Tower of Shadows.Luckily, she's not alone. Her best friend Alfie is a prime-number fan and robotics expert who's all-in on Wednesday's epic plan involving parallel universes, swords of power, and a wise-cracking talking skull.But it's going to take more than science, magic, and the world's cutest robot to take down this bad guy. Because the goblin king is playing for the ultimate prize - and Wednesday and Alfie just walked into his trap...
Wee? It Wasn't Me!: Winner of the Lollies Book Award! (Lenny Learns About . . . #5)
by Clare Helen WelshA funny story, all about wee, packed full of animal facts! The follow-up to the hilarious Poo! Is That You?Lenny the lemur is on holiday in Alaska. He's skipping across the snow, when he slips in a puddle. It's wet, yellow and smelly... WEE! But whose wee could it be? Lenny is on a quest to find out... Along the way, he meets various animals and learns all about their weeing habits! But the real question is: will he find that pesky puddle-piddler?Learn about caribou, turtles, wolves and more in the piddle-tastic Wee? It Wasn't Me! written by Clare Helen Welsh and illustrated by Nicola O'Byrne. Cleverly interweaving facts throughout, it also contains an information page at the back of the book, with a photo of each animal.
The Week at World's End
by Emma CarrollThe hotly anticipated new standalone from the bestselling and award-winning Queen of Historical Fiction, Emma Carroll.Britain, 1962'Who are you?' I asked.'You don't know who I am? You mean, it's not been on the news?'The girl glanced from Ray to me and back again.'It's better I don't tell you,' she said firmly.Nothing ever happens in World's End Close. So when Stevie discovers a runaway girl in her coal shed, the first thing she does is fetch her best friend, Ray. Both are dying for a bit of adventure, and when the girl begs for help, they readily agree.Yet they soon realise they've taken on more than they bargained for. The girl, Anna, reveals she's on the run from people who are trying to poison her. Meanwhile, on the news, the Americans and Russians are arguing over missiles in Cuba.As the threat of war grows, Anna's behaviour becomes more mysterious. And when Stevie unearths a dark family secret, she wonders if Anna has come to World's End Close on purpose, with a special message just for her . . .An enthralling thriller, perfect for our tumultuous times.'The Hilary Mantel of children's fiction.' The Telegraph'Rightfully owns the title "Queen of Historical Fiction".' BookTrust'Historical fiction at its finest.' Bookseller'Echoes of Michael Morpurgo and Nina Bawden.' The Times
Weirdo
by Zadie Smith Nick LairdMeet Maud: a guinea pig who inexplicably wears a judo suit - and not everyone understands or approves. When Maud is thrown into a new and confusing situation, it takes brave decisions and serendipitous encounters for her to find her place and embrace her individuality.The charming characters of Magenta Fox, whose work is evocative of Raymond Briggs and Janet Ahlberg, perfectly offset Zadie and Nick's warm, wry prose.Weirdo is an endearing story about the quiet power of being different by two veteran writers, and introduces an exciting debut illustrator. Together they have created a picture book that adults and children alike will treasure.
Welcome To My Home: Phase 5 (Big Cat Phonics For Little Wandle Letters And Sounds Revised Ser.)
by Catherine Baker Collins Big CatCollins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 1-6 and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding vocabulary. Join Ana, Eric and Jodie as they give you a tour of their home lives in Brazil, Kenya and Hong Kong in this non-fiction book. Green (Band 5) books offer early readers patterned language and varied characters. The focus sounds in this book are: /igh/ i, i-e /ai/ ay, a-e /oa/ o, ow, o-e /oo/ u, ew, ou /ee/ ie, ea /ow/ ou /ar/ a /or/ al /air/ ere /u/ o-e Pages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall. Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.
Welcome to Trashland
by Steve ColeTheo works scouring the dump of Agbogbloshie for scraps to sell for cash. But when a stranger asks for help finding treasure, Theo sees a chance to escape this life. A thrilling new environmental adventure from bestselling author Steve Cole.
We're Going Places
by John Broadley Mick JacksonThe second children’s book from the wonderful illustrator John Broadley, working with Booker-shortlisted novelist Mick Jackson, following their glorious debut While You’re Sleeping.
We’re Going to Find the Monster
by Malorie BlackmanA rip-roaring picture book adventure from superstar pairing Malorie Blackman and Dapo Adeola.Over the shimmering ocean, up the huge, high mountain, through the deep, dark forest . . . WE'RE GOING TO FIND THE MONSTER!Join two intrepid adventurers as their imaginations transform their house into a wild wonderland - and their big brother becomes a mighty monster. A joy to read-aloud with its cumulative refrain, and full of funny, relatable characters, this is a contemporary celebration of creativity, fantasy and family.Written by bestselling author of Noughts & Crosses, Malorie Blackman, this story was originally published as Marty Monster. This new version has been stunningly brought to life by the award-winning illustrator of Look Up!, Dapo Adeola.
Whale Song Wedding: Book 8 (Sea Keepers #8)
by Coral RipleyYou are invited to a magical mermaid wedding! A special bumper-length story about saving our seas. The Sea Keepers are special guests at a mermaid wedding in Atlantis. But when a pod of whales doesn't turn up to sing at the ceremony, the girls suspect evil Effluvia is causing trouble again. The pod of whales has been stranded in Sandcombe harbour, where Emily, Grace and Layla live. Can the Sea Keepers find a magic pearl to save the whales and make sure the wedding goes ahead?
What a Wonderful World: Be inspired to care for our planet with 35 real-life stories and green tips
by Leisa Stewart-SharpeOur world is WONDERFUL - and it's worth protecting. From the author of the BBC's children's book Blue Planet II, this book takes you on a breathtaking tour of our planet - from towering mountaintops, through grasslands, jungles, rivers, deserts, polar wildernesses and into the blue ocean - to discover the incredible variety of life that calls it home. Along the way, read the stories of 35 inspiring Earth Shakers - children and adults, from tree-planters to scientists, from all around the world - who have taken action to protect it. Plus, there are lots of practical tips and handy resources inside that give you the tools to make a positive change today. Every budding young activist will be inspired to make a change for a better future. Includes a special foreword from Lee Durrell MBE, of Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust.
What Does the Constitution Say?: A Kid's Guide to How Our Democracy Works
by Ben SheehanIf you've never read the Constitution, let this guidebook help you! Featuring fun facts, cool illustrations, and even hilarious jokes, What Does the Constitution Say? will help you understand how our American government really works. Written more than 230 years ago, the Constitution can be hard to understand (even for adults). But it also gives you what you need to make our country the best it can be for everyone. What Does the Constitution Say? takes you on a tour of the whole Constitution while explaining what its fancy words really mean. From the Preamble to the 7 Articles to the 27 Amendments (so far), this fun-to-read guide is packed with bite-sized info, historic quotes, and graphics on important topics such as:Why the Constitution is a "living document"How the first attempt at a constitution (the Articles of Confederation) failedWhat powers the president does (and doesn't) haveKey figures like James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and George WashingtonA bonus section on the Declaration of IndependenceAnd much more!
What Happened to You?
by James CatchpoleThe first ever picture book addressing how a disabled child might want to be spoken to.What happened to you? Was it a shark? A burglar? A lion? Did it fall off?Every time Joe goes out the questions are the same . . . what happened to his leg? But is this even a question Joe has to answer?A ground-breaking, funny story that helps children understand what it might feel like to be seen as different.
What If, Pig?
by Linzie HunterYou’re not going to find a more heartwarming and dynamic duo than Pig and Mouse! Join Pig as he learns how to turn his “what if" worries from anxiety to optimism, all with the help of his loving friend Mouse.
When Fishes Flew: The Story Of Elena's War
by Michael MorpurgoThis first new novel in two years from the Nation’s Favourite Storyteller is a sweeping story of love and rescue – an unforgettable journey to the Greek island of Ithaca, and back in time to World War Two…
When The Sky Falls
by Phil EarleInspired by a true story from World War II. Joseph must make a terrible choice when he is left alone to guard a silverback gorilla's cage in a deserted zoo.
When the Siren Wailed
by Noel StreatfeildA thrilling and moving adventure story about evacuees in World War Two, perfect for readers of Goodnight Mister Tom'A compelling heart-warming story about three children in the Second World War - I loved it.' Jacqueline WilsonWhen war breaks out in September 1939, Laura, Andy and Tim Clark are evacuated to the countryside. The Colonel's comfortable home in Dorset is a huge contrast to their cramped terraced house in London, where their loving parents struggle to put the next meal on the table. Though unused to having children around, the Colonel proves to be a kind and generous, if gruff, guardian until a terrible turn of events means the kids must move on. When they discover they are to live with Miss Justworthy, who is rumoured to feed her evacuees on cat food, Andy insists they can't risk staying. He persuades his sensible older sister and their little brother that they must run away, back to London and their mum. The children are shocked to see London now pitted with craters and ruined buildings. And no sooner have they stepped off the train than the skies are lit by searchlights and filled with the crack of bombs and the glow of fires. How will they be able to find their mum in the middle of an air raid?A brilliantly page-turning read from the author of Ballet Shoes, based on her own real-life experience in the Second World War. Perfect for any child interested in wartime and classic adventure stories.
When the Sky Falls
by Phil EarleIn 1940, with his father off to war, Joseph is sent on a train out of his British town into the care of Mrs. F., a gruff woman with no great fondness for children. But he soon discovers her softer side when she takes him to the rundown city zoo and he learns she is the only one who ever checks in on it.Many of the animals have escaped, been released, or have sadly starved . . . but not Adonis, a huge silverback gorilla. Adonis is strong and ferocious-and a danger to the whole city if a bomb should fall and damage the fence that keeps him in. But as Joseph struggles in his new school and starts to spend more time at the zoo, he finds, unexpectedly, Adonis becoming a loyal new friend.From acclaimed author Phil Earle comes a touching historical fiction story of how a boy and a gorilla find redemption in each other amid the toughest of circumstances.
When We Got Lost in Dreamland
by Ross WelfordThe landmark new novel from Ross Welford, one of the fastest-growing and most critically acclaimed middle grade authors in the UK, this funny, moving and brilliant sixth book cements his position as the most exciting storyteller around for readers of 10+.
Which Food Will You Choose?
by Claire PotterAn ingenious and entertaining picture book to entice your little fussy eater to look beyond 'beige' and explore a whole new colourful world of food! Mummy's in a bad mood. She's fed up of food like chicken nuggets, pasta, chips, cereal and crisps. Then she has an idea! She's going to take her children to the supermarket to play a game. On Monday she tells them to choose three RED foods, on Tuesday three YELLOW foods, on Wednesday three GREEN foods... Look at all the foods there are to choose from!Which three foods would YOU choose? And how would YOU eat them?The pages in this cleverly concocted picture book feature colourful illustrations of foods by Ailie Busby, encouraging the reader to pick the ones they'd like to try. Enjoy the story together and then take your child to the supermarket to play the game in real life! Recommended by paediatric dietitians to help with fussy eating, it's a fun and effective way to coax your child out of their comfort zone and encourage them to go for something new and different.From Claire Potter, the best-selling author of Getting the Little Blighters to Eat, and with gorgeous illustrations from Ailie Busby.
The Who's Whonicorn of Unicorns: from the author of Oi Frog!
by Kes GrayA laugh-out-loud, read-aloud picture-book guide to the wildest and wackiest unicorns you can imagine, from the author of the Oi Frog and Friends series, Kes Gray, and illustrator of The Dinosaur that Pooped series, Garry Parsons.Dive into this delightfully silly unicorn Who's Who and get ready to discover:- spooky BOO!nicorns- polite AFTERYOUnicorns- floating BALLOONincorns- smelly POOnicorns- clumsy BUMPINTOnicorns- and so many more!This funny and surprising new take on the unicorn craze is jam-packed with joyful wordplay and hilarious illustrations. It's also a brilliantly inventive way to encourage children's creativity and imagination.*A fully illustrated version of Daisy and Gabby's story from the bestselling Daisy and the Trouble with Unicorns*
Why Doesn't My Cat Roar?: Mind-Blowing Facts About Animals (Big Ideas!)
by Marc Powell William PotterWhat is bat poop used for? How do dogs sweat? Which reptile has three eyes? Young readers can discover amazing, shocking and totally gross facts about animals in this entertaining book. Featuring laugh-out-loud illustrations, this awesome and accessible fact book gives the low-down on some of the weirdest, most remarkable creatures in the world, as well as your pets at home!Includes:• Crazy creatures: komodo dragons, king cobras, duckbilled platypus...• Peculiar pets: dogs, cats, hamsters...• Feathered facts: eagles, penguins, owls...• Creepy crawlies: spiders, cockroaches, scorpions...• Slimy stuff: leeches, worms, frogs...With fabulous facts and stats that are great for sharing, this book introduces young minds to the natural world in an engaging and memorable way. Perfect for curious kids aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Big Ideas! is a dynamic, high-energy, "fun fact", educational series for children aged seven and up, illustrated throughout with humorous cartoons. Packed with surprising facts, stats, and records that kids will just love to share, it revels in all things weird, unexpected, mind-blowing, funny, and gross!
Why Don't Astronauts Burp?: Questions and Answers About Space (Big Ideas!)
by Anne Rooney William Potter Luke Seguin-MageeWhat makes stars shine? Which planet would float in water? Have aliens ever visited Earth?In this astonishing book, young readers can discover the scientific answers to mind-boggling questions about our solar system, galaxy and Universe. Featuring laugh-out-loud illustrations, this awesome fact book is overflowing with out-of-this-world facts and stats that are great for sharing.Includes:• Peculiar plants• The moons of the solar system• Human space travel• Black holesThis book introduces young minds to the science of space in a engaging and memorable way. Perfect for curious kids aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Big Ideas! is a dynamic, educational "fun fact" series for children aged seven and up, illustrated throughout with humorous cartoons. Packed with surprising facts, stats, and records that kids will just love to share, it revels in all things weird, unexpected, mind-blowing, funny, and gross!