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Zara the Starlight Fairy: The Twilight Fairies Book 3 (Rainbow Magic #3)

Strange things are happening to the stars at Camp Stargaze, and without Zara the Starlight Fairy's bag of star dust, the night sky will be ruined forever. But can Kirsty and Rachel help her to find it before the goblins do? The race is on!

A Zebra’s Day (National Geographic Readers)

Follow a zebra throughout the day as it grazes and spends time with its herd in its grassland habitat. Through engaging text features, such as the vocabulary tree and the wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to vocabulary in concept groups, helping them make connections between words and expanding their understanding of the world.

The Zebra's Great Escape

**A TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK****'A writer of boundless gifts and extraordinary imaginative power' - Observer**Mink doesn't believe in rules. She loves running wild and free. So, when a zebra appears in the square where she lives and she finds out that his parents have been captured by the evil Mr Spit, she knows that it's up to her to help. So begins a grand adventure to rescue a whole menagerie of animals – an adventure that will take all of Mink's courage and determination. Written with generous helpings of warmth and humour, this is a timeless picture book about bravery, friendship and the importance of taking action. With stunning illustrations by award-winning illustrator Sara Ogilvie, illustrator of The Detective Dog, this modern classic from bestselling children's author Katherine Rundell is an unmissable treat.

The Zebra's Great Escape

_______________A TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK'A writer of boundless gifts and extraordinary imaginative power' - Observer'A writer with an utterly distinctive voice and wild imagination' - Philip Pullman'Read everything she writes' - Daily Mail_______________Mink doesn't believe in rules. She loves running wild and free. So, when a zebra appears in the square where she lives and she finds out that his parents have been captured by the evil Mr Spit, she knows that it's up to her to help. So begins a grand adventure to rescue a whole menagerie of animals – an adventure that will take all of Mink's courage and determination. Written with generous helpings of warmth and humour, this is a timeless picture book about bravery, friendship and the importance of taking action. With stunning illustrations by award-winning illustrator Sara Ogilvie, illustrator of The Detective Dog, this modern classic from bestselling children's author Katherine Rundell is an unmissable treat.

Zebra's Tent: Band 4 Blue (PDF) (Collins Big Cat Phonics For Letters And Sounds Ser.)

Collins 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. Find out what adventures Zebra and his friends have when they go camping in the garden! This sweet story was written and illustrated by Laura Hambleton. Blue/Band 4 books offer longer, repeated patterns with sequential events and integrated literary and natural language. This book focuses on adjacent consonants with long vowel phonemes. Pages 14 and 15 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.

Zebra's Tent: Phase 4 (Big Cat Phonics For Little Wandle Letters And Sounds Revised)

Zeina Starborn and the Emerald King: (Zeina Starborn Book Two) (Zeina Starborn)

The thrilling sequel to ZEINA STARBORN AND THE SKY WHALE, perfect for 9+ fans of BRIGHTSTORM and ORPHANS OF THE TIDE.After months of being on the run, Zeina is thrilled when the Smog Rats are invited by ice bears to an infamous festival featuring horned sky whales.But, from an ice palace with crumbling ice structures to the strange behaviour of the new Emerald King, something doesn't seem quite right . . .Zeina and Jackson find themselves going up against both new enemies and familiar foes in order to halt the invention of an advanced, cruel technology.PRAISE FOR ZEINA STARBORN AND THE SKY WHALE:'A thrilling tale of intrigue and adventure in the clouds, full of wonderful creatures, mind-boggling gadgets, bravery, kindness and hope' Thomas Taylor, author of MALAMANDER'What a ride! Zeina Starborn and the Sky Whale takes you on an adventure worthy of a great explorer.' Kate Gilby-Smith, author of THE ASTONISHING FUTURE OF ALEX NOBODY'Packed to the fins with adventure, gadgets and plenty of heart' Maria Kuzniar, author of THE SHIP OF SHADOWS'An exhilarating read with an immersive world that all readers will enjoy ... and a main character that you'll be rooting for all the way' Rachel Faturoti, author of SADÉ AND HER SHADOW BEASTS

Zeina Starborn and the Sky Whale

*Winner of the Northern Writers' Award 2020*'A thrilling tale of intrigue and adventure in the clouds, full of wonderful creatures, mind-boggling gadgets, bravery, kindness and hope' Thomas Taylor, author of MalamanderWhen Zeina Starborn's dream of exploring the skies becomes a reality, she finds herself in a daring adventure beyond her wildest imagination. Meet explorers, inventors, and mighty sky whales in this richly inventive fantasy, perfect for 9+ fans of BRIGHTSTORM and ORPHANS OF THE TIDE.Zeina Starborn spends her days dreaming of adventure in the sky and escaping the smog-filled city of Ravenport.So, when she wins the chance to visit the famous Willoughby Whale Hotel - a ginormous structure built on the back of a flying whale - Zeina grabs it. Even clashing with Jackson, spoiled heir to the Willoughby fortune, can't dampen her excitement.But a series of clues makes her question what she's been told about this dazzling world of inventors, explorers and mighty sky whales. Zeina and Jackson must put aside their differences to uncover the secret plot around them as they embark on the journey of a lifetime.

Zen Teen: 40 Ways To Stay Calm When Life Gets Stressful

Zenith

Sixteen-year-old Mara and her ship of refugees are tracking the North Star, desperate to find a homeland in the melted ice mountains of Greenland. The vast, floating city of Pomperoy is just one of the shocks that are not in their navigation plans. Unwittingly, the refugees bring catastrophe in their wake for Tuck, a gypsea pirate-boy, and also for Ilira - a land whose inhabitants exist in a state of terror at the top of the world. Back in the drowned ruins at the feet of the towering sky city, Fox is beginning his battle with the cruel, corrupt forces that rule the New World. But separated from Mara, his resolve begins to waver . . .

Zenith: Book 2 (River of Ink)

Jed must confront the revelation of his true identity: he is the alchemist Fulcanelli who discovered the elixir of life and used it to become young again. He must take the elixir one more time in order to live for ever. If he doesn't take it he will die. But Jed only has nine months left to take the elixir. And he has absolutely no idea how to make it. The challenge is clear. Jed, Kassia and co. must hunt down the secret recipe.Their quest takes them to Prague and then on to Paris - but hot on their heels are NOAH, the secret organisation that will do anything to get their hands on the secret to eternal life. Jed has everything to live for. But who can he trust?The second in an action-packed series full of adventure, this book has an illustrated narrative running through it, helping readers to solve the mystery alongside the characters in the story.

Zensations

How you feel is very important, and a lot of the time our emotions might not just live inside our heads but in our bodies too! These are called bodily feelings, or 'Zensations', and you might find them all over your body. Come along with us as we learn how to feel our Zensations from the tips of our toes to the very top of our heads and find out all about the things our bodies are telling us.

Zentangle for Kids: The Fun and Easy Way to Create Magical Patterns

Unlock your creativity with this fun and inspiring book! Clear step-by-step instructions make the tangles easy to master and fun to do, and the book is filled with beautiful illustrations and scenes that young tanglers can make their own. Special project pages also show readers how to use their tangle artworks to create gorgeous decorations, cards and gifts. Perfect for creative kids aged 8 and up.

Zentangle® Step By Step: The Fun and Easy Way to Create Magical Patterns

You'll be a Zentangle® master in no time with this brilliant book!Learn how to draw a fantastic collection of tangles before bringing these together to create your own spectacular Zentangle® Inspired Artworks.Illustrated by a Certified Zentangle® Teacher and packed with tips, techniques, and simple step-by-step instructions, this book contains everything you ever wanted to know about this fun and creative art form.

Zepha: The Monster Squid (Beast Quest #Bk. 7)

The Evil Wizard Malvel has stolen the magical suit of golden armour and scattered it throughout Avantia. Tom vows to find the pieces - but they are guarded by six terrifying new Beasts! Will Tom survive an underwater battle with Zepha the Monster Squid and collect the first piece of armour? Don't miss CLAW THE GIANT MONKEY, SOLTRA THE STONE CHARMER, VIPERO THE SNAKE MAN, ARACHNID THE KING OF SPIDERS, TRILLION THE THREE-HEADED LION

Zepha The Monster Squid (PDF)

The Evil Wizard Malvel has stolen the magical suit of golden armour and scattered it throughout Avantia. Tom vows to find the pieces - but they are guarded by six terrifying new Beasts! Will Tom survive an underwater battle with Zepha the Monster Squid and collect the first piece of armour? Don't miss CLAW THE GIANT MONKEY, SOLTRA THE STONE CHARMER, VIPERO THE SNAKE MAN, ARACHNID THE KING OF SPIDERS, TRILLION THE THREE-HEADED LION

Zepha the Monster Squid: Series 2 Book 1 (Beast Quest)

Battle fearsome beasts and fight evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up. The Evil Wizard Malvel has stolen the magical suit of golden armour and scattered it throughout Avantia. Tom vows to find the pieces - but they are guarded by six terrifying new Beasts! Will Tom survive an underwater battle with Zepha the Monster Squid and collect the first piece of armour?There are SIX thrilling adventures to collect in the Beast Quest: The Golden Armour series: Zepha the Monster Squid; Claw the Giant Monkey; Soltra the Stone Charmer; Vipero the Snake Man; Arachnid the King of Spiders; Trillion the Three-Headed Lion.If you like Beast Quest, check out Adam Blade's other series: Team Hero, Sea Quest and Beast Quest: New Blood!

Zero Hour (Department 19 #4)

Department 19 still stands against the darkness. But for how much longer? Book 4 in the explosive series from bestselling author, Will Hill.

Zero Hour: Part 1 of 4 (Department 19 #4)

Zero Hour can either be read as a full-length ebook or in 4 serialised ebook-only parts. This is PART 1 of 4 (Chapters 1-13 of 63). Department 19 still stands against the darkness. But for how much longer? Book 4 in the explosive series from bestselling author, Will Hill.

Zero Hour: Part 2 of 4 (Department 19 #4)

Zero Hour can either be read as a full-length ebook or in 4 serialised ebook-only parts. This is PART 2 of 4 (Chapters 14-31 of 63). Department 19 still stands against the darkness. But for how much longer? Book 4 in the explosive series from bestselling author, Will Hill.

Zero Hour: Part 3 of 4 (Department 19 #4)

Zero Hour can either be read as a full-length ebook or in 4 serialised ebook-only parts. This is PART 3 of 4 (Chapters 32-45 of 63). Department 19 still stands against the darkness. But for how much longer? Book 4 in the explosive series from bestselling author, Will Hill.

Zero Hour: Part 4 of 4 (Department 19 #4)

Zero Hour can either be read as a full-length ebook or in 4 serialised ebook-only parts. This is PART 4 of 4 (Chapters 46-63 of 63). Department 19 still stands against the darkness. But for how much longer? Book 4 in the explosive series from bestselling author, Will Hill.

Zero Per Cent

Jack Curling tells his life story from 11-15 while sitting in Business Studies GCSE, writing nothing but his number, knowing that this will earn him precisely 0%.

Zero to Hero (High/Low)

Will is football mad. He practises every day and he's got great skills – but he's the shortest in his year. He knows he would be great on the football pitch, if only he could show the coach that skill can beat size. Will Will ever get a chance to play on the team?Zero to Hero is a football-filled adventure about determination, overcoming the odds and being a team player.Bloomsbury High Low books encourage and support reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, those with dyslexia, or those with English as an additional language. Printed on tinted paper with a dyslexia friendly font, Zero to Hero is aimed at readers aged 10+ and has a manageable length (64 pages) and reading age (8+).Produced in association with reading experts at Catch Up, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

Zero to Hero (High/Low)

Will is football mad. He practises every day and he's got great skills – but he's the shortest in his year. He knows he would be great on the football pitch, if only he could show the coach that skill can beat size. Will Will ever get a chance to play on the team?Zero to Hero is a football-filled adventure about determination, overcoming the odds and being a team player.Bloomsbury High Low books encourage and support reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, those with dyslexia, or those with English as an additional language. Printed on tinted paper with a dyslexia friendly font, Zero to Hero is aimed at readers aged 10+ and has a manageable length (64 pages) and reading age (8+).Produced in association with reading experts at Catch Up, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.