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The Wolves Of Willoughby Chase (The Wolves Of Willoughby Chase Sequence #1)
by Joan Aiken1832 - a period of English History that never happened. Good King James III is on the throne and the country is ravaged by wolves which have migrated through the newly-opened Channel Tunnel. When Sylvia and Bonnie (both orphans) fall into the hands of evil Miss Slighcarp, they must use all their wits to escape unscathed - for the governess is more cruel and merciless than the wolves that surround the great house of Willoughby Chase.
Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised – Age 7+ — FOLLOW THE MOON: Phase 5 Set 3 (Big Cat)
by Sufiya Ahmed Illustrated by Rose Wilkinson Prepared for publication by Collins Big Cat
Brave Spies: Band 17/Diamond (Collins Big Cat)
by Sufiya Ahmed Illustrated by Maxine Hammen Prepared for publication by Collins Big CatCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available. In 1940 a private army of spies were specially trained and sent to France to work undercover to defeat Adolf Hitler's Nazis. Many of these spies were brave, daring women whose fearless actions helped Britain win the war. These are their heroic stories. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view. Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.
Searching for Jamila: Band 18/Pearl (Collins Big Cat)
by Sufiya Ahmed Illustrated by Lia Visirin Prepared for publication by Collins Big CatCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available. Matt and Alex and their little sister Lizzie have returned to England from their fun-filled holiday in India. Accompanying them is their young ayah, Jamila. The day after they return home, the children wake to find Jamila gone. Who made her leave? Where did she go? She is alone and penniless in a new country and the children know they must find her. And so, the search for the ayah begins. Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books. Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.
Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised – Age 7+ — A SPECIAL PRESENT: Phase 5 Set 5
by Sufiya Ahmed Illustrated by Hazem Asif Prepared for publication by Collins Big Cat
Rosie Raja: Churchill's Spy
by Sufiya AhmedA thrilling and empowering WWII adventure about the French resistance and their British allies, with a determined, Muslim heroine. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and those looking for diverse historical fiction.July, 1941. Rosina Raja is half-Indian and half-English. She has always lived in India, so when her mother passes away and she moves to England (where it rains all the time) she is miserable and doesn't have any friends. Life changes dramatically for Rosie when she discovers that her army captain father is actually a spy for the British government. She can't bear to be left behind so she stows away in his plane. Finding herself in occupied France, Rosie is soon drawn into the struggle against the Nazis. With new allies and new enemies at every turn, she must help her father complete his mission, and more importantly… make sure they both get home alive.
Rosie Raja: Churchill's Spy
by Sufiya AhmedA thrilling and empowering WWII adventure about the French resistance and their British allies, with a determined, Muslim heroine. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and those looking for diverse historical fiction.July, 1941. Rosina Raja is half-Indian and half-English. She has always lived in India, so when her mother passes away and she moves to England (where it rains all the time) she is miserable and doesn't have any friends. Life changes dramatically for Rosie when she discovers that her army captain father is actually a spy for the British government. She can't bear to be left behind so she stows away in his plane. Finding herself in occupied France, Rosie is soon drawn into the struggle against the Nazis. With new allies and new enemies at every turn, she must help her father complete his mission, and more importantly… make sure they both get home alive.
Rosie Raja: Mission to Cairo
by Sufiya Ahmed'A vivid and gripping, superbly told historical adventure' - Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs and The Girl Who Speaks Bear on Rosie Raja: Churchill's SpyIt is the autumn of 1941, and Rosie Raja is back for another action-packed and electrifying adventure. After successfully helping her spy father complete his mission in France, Rosie has gained quite a reputation for herself and is determined to continue her secret agent escapades.This time around, Rosie finds herself undercover in the magnificent and scorching city of Cairo, officially to make sure Egypt's amazing historical artefacts are kept safe from the Nazis... but really to root out a traitor in the British ranks. With the stakes higher than they've ever been, can Rosie and her father keep each other safe? A thrilling and empowering coming-of-age WWII adventure set in the dazzling city of Cairo which follows an engaging, determined, Muslim heroine called Rosina Raja. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and those looking for diverse historical fiction.
Rosie Raja: Mission to Cairo
by Sufiya Ahmed'A vivid and gripping, superbly told historical adventure' - Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken Legs and The Girl Who Speaks Bear on Rosie Raja: Churchill's SpyIt is the autumn of 1941, and Rosie Raja is back for another action-packed and electrifying adventure. After successfully helping her spy father complete his mission in France, Rosie has gained quite a reputation for herself and is determined to continue her secret agent escapades.This time around, Rosie finds herself undercover in the magnificent and scorching city of Cairo, officially to make sure Egypt's amazing historical artefacts are kept safe from the Nazis... but really to root out a traitor in the British ranks. With the stakes higher than they've ever been, can Rosie and her father keep each other safe? A thrilling and empowering coming-of-age WWII adventure set in the dazzling city of Cairo which follows an engaging, determined, Muslim heroine called Rosina Raja. Perfect for fans of Michael Morpurgo and Emma Carroll, and those looking for diverse historical fiction.
Ruby Ali's Mission Break Up: A Bloomsbury Reader (Bloomsbury Readers)
by Sufiya AhmedA contemporary story about life in foster care, perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson.Ruby Ali's eighteen-year-old sister Alisha has left the care centre where they live, and Ruby is being sent to live with a new foster family. If she can sabotage life at her new home, she'll get to go and live with her sister again, right? But mission break up doesn't go exactly according to plan… This funny, heart-warming story features black-and-white illustrations by Parwinder Singh.The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with book-banded stories to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2 by award-winning authors like double Carnegie Medal winner Geraldine McCaughrean and Waterstones Prize winner Patrice Lawrence. With black and white illustrations and online guided reading notes written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), this series is ideal for home and school. For more information visit www.bloomsburyguidedreading.com.Book Band: Dark Red (Ideal for ages 10+)
Ruby Ali's Mission Break Up: A Bloomsbury Reader (Bloomsbury Readers)
by Sufiya AhmedA contemporary story about life in foster care, perfect for fans of Jacqueline Wilson.Ruby Ali's eighteen-year-old sister Alisha has left the care centre where they live, and Ruby is being sent to live with a new foster family. If she can sabotage life at her new home, she'll get to go and live with her sister again, right? But mission break up doesn't go exactly according to plan… This funny, heart-warming story features black-and-white illustrations by Parwinder Singh.The Bloomsbury Readers series is packed with book-banded stories to get children reading independently in Key Stage 2 by award-winning authors like double Carnegie Medal winner Geraldine McCaughrean and Waterstones Prize winner Patrice Lawrence. With black and white illustrations and online guided reading notes written by the Centre for Literacy in Primary Education (CLPE), this series is ideal for home and school. For more information visit www.bloomsburyguidedreading.com.Book Band: Dark Red (Ideal for ages 10+)
Secrets of the Henna Girl
by Sufiya AhmedLife as Zeba knows it could be over for good . . .Zeba Khan is like any other sixteen-year-old girl: enjoying herself, waiting for exam results . . . and dreaming of the day she'll meet her one true love.Except her parents have other plans.In Pakistan for the summer, Zeba's world is shattered. Her future is threatened by an unthinkable - and forced - duty to protect her father's honour. But does she hold the secrets that will help her escape?** Sufiya Ahmed's stunning debut teenage book explores the illegal practice of forced marriage in Britain.** 10 million under 18s in the world become child brides every year.** The UK government's Forced Marriage Unit (FMU) receives over 1,700 calls from at-risk annually. Up to 15% of victims of forced marriage are male.
The Time Travellers: Adventure Calling (The Time Travellers)
by Sufiya AhmedSuhana, Mia and Ayaan are thrown together on a trip to Parliament, where they are fascinated by all the history that happened there. Little do they suspect that they'll be LIVING that history when they are transported back to 1911! Finding themselves in the middle of a women's suffrage demonstration, they are amazed to see people from all over the world taking part. Suhana wants to explore but Mia and Ayaan are anxious to get back. Then they lose each other… Will they be able to return to the present without changing the course of history forever?
City of Stolen Magic
by Nazneen Ahmed PathakA spellbinding, epic and heart-racing magical adventure from an exquisite new storytelling talent.'An unexpected gem of a story . . . A stellar setting, a gut-punch of a twist, and an unforgettable heroine. This has all the hallmarks of classic children's storytelling' - Nizrana Farook'A wonderful writer who paints a thoroughly convincing heroine' - The Daily Telegraph'Phenomenal' - Sophie Anderson'Dazzling from start to finish' - Abi ElphinstoneIndia, 1855. The British rule, and all across the country, Indian magic is being stamped out.More terrifying still, people born with magic are being snatched from their homes. Rumour is that they are being taken across the sea - to England - by the all-powerful, sinister Company.When Chompa's home is attacked and her mother viciously kidnapped, Chompa - born with powerful and dangerous magic that she has always been forbidden from using - must travel to the smoky, bustling streets of East London in search of her. But Chompa will discover far more treachery in London than she had bargained for - and will learn that every act of her rare magic comes with a price . . .'A gripping and spellbinding fantasy woven together with threads of magic, secrets and colonial history . . . An incredible cast of characters and a truly multicultural Victorian London that we don't see often enough' - Rashmi Sirdeshpande'A wonderfully vibrant debut . . . A vivid magical adventure' - Jasbinder Bilan'Cracking pace, fabulous magic system, characters, relationships . . . The whole package' - Louie Stowell
The Best Eid Ever
by Ms Sufiya AhmedA gorgeous picture book to introduce children to Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr written by acclaimed children's author Sufiya Ahmed with beautiful, colourful illustrations by Hazem Asif.Eid al-Fitr is Aisha's favourite festival and this year her family have promised her and her brother an epic treasure hunt to find their gifts. But between all the chaos and celebrations, will Aisha ever get her presents? From breaking fast to going to the mosque, painting your hands with henna to sharing tasty treats, Aisha's story is the ideal introduction to explore the story of Eid with your children, family or pupils and would make a beautiful gift for Eid.Featuring gorgeous colour illustrations, a non-fiction section with Eid facts, a glossary of key vocabulary, and an accessible story, this stunning picture book is a must have for every child's bookshelf.
Amar Aiyaar King of Tricksters (Bookmine)
by Sulaiman Ahmad‘AND THE TRICKSTERS OF THE WORLD WILL CALL HIM THEIR KING’ There’s never a dull moment with Amar Aiyaar: master of mischief, perpetrator of pranks, con artist with a conscience, trickster beyond compare. As the loyal companion of Ameer Hamza, the illustrious warrior from Arabia, Amar bravely, and brazenly, defeats every trap and overcomes every challenge, standing up to king, sorcerer and commoner alike. Right from childhood it’s clear that Amar, the son of a camel driver, is born to humble even emperors with his audacity and sharp wit. As Hamza’s army is magicked away into prison in Tilism-e-Hoshruba, the land of sorcery that stuns the senses, it falls upon Amar to rescue them. Using his cunning and his blessed bag of tricks, Amar Aiyaar blazes his way through the most extraordinary adventures with aplomb. Of course, he never ignores a chance to add to his fortunes, with a greedy eye on every purse of gold. At once roguish and honourable, superhero and villain, Amar Aiyaar is one of the most colourful characters in traditional storytelling in India. In the age-old great dastan of Tilism-e-Hoshruba, his is one of the most exciting and unforgettable stories of all time.
Each Peach Pear Plum (An\i-spy-book Ser.)
by Janet Ahlberg Allan AhlbergIn this book with your little eye, take a look and play I spy - so starts the classic story from best-selling author/illustrator team, Janet and Allan Ahlberg. Each Peach Pear Plum introduces favourite fairy tale characters, such as Tom Thumb and The Three Bears and, with a poem on each page hinting as to what is hiding in the picture, children are encouraged to participate and follow the story themselves.Now available in digital format, this well-known favourite truly is a modern classic.
Funnybones: Bumps In The Night (Funnybones)
by Janet Ahlberg Allan AhlbergA new edition of this beloved and bestselling Hallowe'en classic.DescriptionThis is how the story begins.On a dark dark hillthere was a dark dark town.In the dark dark townthere was a dark dark street . . .Janet and Allan's frightfully funny Hallowe'en classic tells the story of three skeletons - a big skeleton, a little skeleton and a dog skeleton - who venture out of their cellar one night to find someone to scare, only to find that everyone is in bed. Who will they scare now?!
Peepo! (Viking Kestrel Picture Bks.)
by Janet Ahlberg Allan AhlbergPeepo! is the much-loved picture book classic by Janet and Allan Ahlberg.Peepo! is a modern classic that continues to delight generations of babies and toddlers and their parents A perfect gift for new babies and parents, no home should be without a copy!Here's a little babyOne, two threeStanding in his cotWhat does he see?Praise for Peepo!'The best book ever published for babies' - Books for Your Children'Surely no one - baby, child or adult - could fail to enjoy Peepo!' - Sunday Telegraph'A book to last a lifetime . . . this is a perfect book for sharing' - Nursery WorldAllan Ahlberg has published over 100 children's books and with his late wife Janet, created many award-winning children's picture books. The Baby's Catalogue was inspired by their daughter, Jessica. The Ahlbergs' books are nursery bookshelf standards and have been the recipient of worldwide acclaim and awards, including the Kate Greenaway Medal.
The Ha Ha Bonk Book (Young Puffin Bks.)
by Janet AhlbergThe Ha Ha Bonk Book by Janet and Allan Ahlberg is jam-packed with brilliant jokes!This Young Puffin joke book is full of good jokes to tell your dad, mum, your baby brother, your teacher and anybody else you can think of, such as: What goes ha ha bonk? A man laughing his head off.andWhat goes 99 bonk? A centipede with a wooden legandWhat goes putt, putt, putt, putt, putt, putt, putt, putt?A bad golferand lots more besides. . . Allan Ahlberg - a former teacher, postman, plumber's mate and gravedigger - is in the super-league of children's writers with sales exceeding 17 million and library borrowings of 13 million. In collaboration with his late wife, Janet, he has published many enduring titles, among them Each Peach Pear Plum, Peepo!, Burglar Bill and The Jolly Postman. In addition he has written novels, collections of stories, sets of easy-readers and joke books.
Y Gath a Aeth yn Rhy Bell
by Allan Ahlberg Dylan Williams Cymdeithas CeredigionAddasiad Cymraeg o The Cat Who Got Carried Away, stori llawn difyrrwch gyda lluniau lliwgar a doniol am ddiwrnod llawn anturiaethau anhygoel yn hanes un teulu anghyffredin, gan awdur plant hynod ddawnus a gwreiddiol; i ddarllenwyr 7-10 oed. [A Welsh adaptation of The Cat Who Got Carried Away, a highly entertaining story with colourful and funny illustrations about a day full of the incredible adventures of members of a very unusual family, by a highly talented and original children's author; for 7-10 year-old readers.] *Datganiad hawlfraint Gwneir y copi hwn dan dermau Rheoliadau (Anabledd) Hawlfraint a Hawliau mewn Perfformiadau 2014 i'w ddefnyddio gan berson sy'n anabl o ran print yn unig. Oni chaniateir gan gyfraith, ni ellir ei gopïo ymhellach, na'i roi i unrhyw berson arall, heb ganiatâd.
Master Bun the Bakers' Boy (Happy Families)
by Allan Ahlberg Fritz WegnerBertie Bun was born to be a baker. His mum is a baker. His dad is a baker. Even his grandparents were bakers. But Bertie has a big problem - he's bored of bread! He wants to be a butcher's boy, or a bus-driver's boy or even a balloonist's boy - and his wishes are going to land him in lots of trouble ... Based on the classic 'Happy Families' card game, this highly entertaining series is ideal for reading and sharing at home or at school. It is guided by the Education Adviser, Brian Thompson, and written by the award-winning author, Allan Ahlberg.'The best thing to happen to beginner readers since Dr Seuss' Children's Rights Workshop.
Collected Poems
by Allan Ahlberg Charlotte VoakeAllan Ahlberg's five poetry books, written over a period of twenty-five years – Please Mrs Butler, Heard it in the Playground, Friendly Matches, The Mighty Slide and The Mysteries of Zigomar – have delighted generations of children and received many accolades and prizes. Allan has sifted through them and chosen a collection to delight and entrance a new generation of readers and their parents. Here are all the trials and tribulations of childhood, embracing school, quarrels, friendships, football and storytelling from a much-loved author and poet.Charlotte Voake's black-and-white illustrations enchance the charm of this handsome and definitive collection.
Miss Brick the Builders' Baby (Happy Families)
by Allan Ahlberg Mcnaughton ColinMr and Mrs Brick are builders, just like their mothers and fathers and grandmothers and grandfathers. But their new baby doesn't seem to be following in their footsteps. Instead of building things up, she keeps knocking things down!Based on the classic 'Happy Families' card game, this highly entertaining series is ideal for reading and sharing at home or at school. It is guided by the Education Adviser, Brian Thompson, and written by the award-winning author, Allan Ahlberg.'The best thing to happen to beginner readers since Dr Seuss' Children's Rights Workshop.