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Fact Cat: Countries: Ghana (PDF)
by Alice HarmanRead all about Ghana, what continent it is on, which countries surround it, what natural resources it has and what the landscape and climate is like. You will learn about Ghanaian people and their lives and culture. At the back of each book is a quiz which requires children to go back through the text and find the answers - encouraging them to think about, and engage with, what they have read. The information is presented in manageable chunks, making the book both highly accessible and ideal for project work.
Everyday Materials (Ways Into Science #4)
by Peter RileyA first science series that introduces young readers to basic science principles in a friendly and accessible way. Early scientific skills are taught through a combination of experiments, activities and key questions, designed to get young scientists thinking!Everyday Materials introduces readers to different materials and their properties.
Even Monsters Need Haircuts
by Matthew McElligottJust before midnight, on the night of a full moon, a young barber stays out past his bedtime to go to work. Although his customers are mostly regulars, they are anything but normal-after all, even monsters need haircuts. Business is steady all night, and this barber is prepared for anything with his scissors, rotting tonic, horn polish, and stink wax. It's a tough job, but someone's got to help these creatures maintain their ghoulish good looks.Perfect for Halloween, this is a hilarious story about a boy who follows in his father's footsteps . . . in his own monstrously unique way.
Even Aliens Need Snacks
by Matthew McElligottIn the follow up to his breakout picture book, Even Monsters Need Haircuts, Matthew McElligott brings back the young monster barber in a new tale where his culinary concoctions bring him galaxy-wide fame. Creating snacks that make most humans queasy, this chef has found a new clientele--aliens. Readers will delight in McElligott's gently offbeat humor and unique artistry as spaceships full of hilarious creatures line up for a taste of the intergalactic cuisine.
Etherwalker
by Cameron DaytonReaders will go on an epic adventure across a dangerous world where dying magic and fallen machines have brought ancient legends—and monsters—to life.
Espresso: Eddy's Space Adventure (Espresso: Story Time)
by Diane MarwoodPolly and Ash are making a space rocket. Polly says her little brother Eddy is too young to join in the game. But Eddy has other ideas...This series featuring the popular characters from Espresso Education includes fun stories in under 200 words for children building their reading confidence.
Eragon: Book One (The Inheritance Cycle #1)
by Christopher PaoliniOne boy . . . One dragon . . . A world of adventure.When Eragon finds a polished stone in the forest, he thinks it is the lucky discovery of a poor farm boy; perhaps it will buy his family meat for the winter. But when the stone brings a dragon hatchling, Eragon soon realizes he has stumbled upon a legacy nearly as old as the Empire itself. Overnight his simple life is shattered and he is thrust into a perilous new world of destiny, magic and power. With only an ancient sword and the advice of an old storyteller for guidance, Eragon and the fledgling dragon must navigate the dangerous terrain and dark enemies of an Empire ruled by a king whose evil knows no bounds. Can Eragon take up the mantle of the legendary Dragon Riders? The fate of the Empire may rest in his hands...
The Enormous Turnip (Must Know Stories: Level 1)
by Jackie WalterThe farmer has grown the most enormous turnip in the world! Will he and his friends ever be able to pull it out of the ground?A beautifully illustrated retelling of this favourite traditional story. Join the farmer in his hilarious attempts to pick the enormous turnip!Must Know Stories includes favourite tales, celebrating the diversity of our literary heritage. Level 1 stories are told in under 500 words, for children to read independently.
The Enormous Crocodile (Colour Edition): Charlie And The Chocolate Factory; James And The Giant Peach; Fantastic Mr. Fox; The Enormous Crocodile; The Magic Finger
by Roald Dahl Quentin BlakePhizzwhizzing new branding for the World's NUMBER ONE Storyteller! The classic Roald Dahl story with fantabulous full-colour illustrations!The Enormous Crocodile is planning what to have for his lunch. This foul fiend - the greediest croc in the whole river - wants to eat something juicy and delicious. His teeth sparkle like knives in the sun and he's getting hungrier and hungrier. But what can the greedy grumptious brute guzzle up?Beware - he's looking for someone . . . someone who looks a lot like YOU!'A true genius . . . Roald Dahl is my hero' - David Walliams
English Ages 3-5: Prepare For School With Easy Home Learning (Collins Easy Learning Ser.)
by Collins Easy LearningAn engaging activity book to really help boost your child's progress at every stage of their learning! Fully in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage, this English book provides reassurance whilst supporting your child's learning at home. Combining useful English practice with engaging, colourful illustrations, this 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
England: United Kingdom: England (Fact Cat: Countries #1)
by Alice HarmanRead all about England, its location within the UK and Europe, its history, population, geographical features, landmarks, capital city, people and industry, coasts, towns and countryside areas.This series uses maps and atlases to look at the locations, geography and weather patterns.A simple fun picture quiz helps readers to recall what they have read.A perfect one-stop-shop for help with homework assignments!Key Stage 1 of the curriculum focuses on the study of Great Britain - an excellent classroom resource.Broad-ranging appeal for nursery age through to Key Stage 2.
England (Living in the UK #1)
by Annabelle LynchThis series introduces young readers to the four different countries of the United Kingdom, highlighting the differences and similarities between them. Clear, friendly text and big photos make these books a great starting point for learning about geography in general, and countries in particular.Welcome to England! In this book, young readers tell you all about what makes their country special, from its great capital city, to the landscape, people, food and things to see and do.
The Energy Bus for Kids: A Story about Staying Positive and Overcoming Challenges
by Jon GordonAn illustrated adaptation of the bestselling business fable, The Energy Bus, teaches children the benefits of staying positive In this illustrated adaptation of the bestselling fable, The Energy Bus, author Jon Gordon shows children how to overcome negativity, bullies and everyday challenges to be their best. The Energy Bus For Kids is a story that will teach kids how to find their inner motivation and pass on that positive energy to others. The Energy Bus For Kids presents five rules for the "Ride of Your Life" Teaches kids how to fuel your ride with positive energy Shares with kids how to love the people you share your journey with and how to enjoy the ride Positive kids become positive adults. So get kids on the Energy Bus and infuse their lives with a newfound vision, attitude, and positivity.
The Empty Nest: 31 Parents Tell the Truth About Relationships, Love, and Freedom After the Kids Fly the Coop
by Karen StabinerA heartwarming, wry, and often surprising collection of essays about the next rite of passage for Baby Boomers: what happens when the kids leave homeAs the baby boom generation ages -- the oldest are now turning sixty -- many of them are learning to deal with a whole new way of life, after the last child has finally moved out and they are, once again, alone. It's the same milestone their own parents faced, but as with so many other markers, this generation approaches it in a whole new way.In this fascinating collection, journalist Karen Stabiner has assembled essays from thirty-one writers, including well-known authors such as Anna Quindlen, Ellen Goodman, and Susan Shreve, about their own experience with the empty nest. Parents whose children left home last week join those with grandchildren to explore how life changes once the offspring leave (unless, of course, they move back in again later). They represent the full range of experience -- from traditional nuclear families to single parents to gay parents to grandparents -- with humor, grace, and poignancy.
Emma and the Love Spell
by Meredith IrelandWitchlings meets The Parent Trap in this contemporary fantasy about a girl who tries to use her fickle witchy powers to keep her best friend (and secret crush!) from moving away.Twelve-year-old, Korean American adoptee Emma Davidson has a problem. Two problems. Okay, three:1. She has a crush on her best friend, Avangeline, that she hasn't been able to share2. Avangeline now has to move out of their town because her parents are getting a divorce3. Oh, and Emma is a secret witch who can't really control her powersIt's a complicated summer between sixth and seventh grade. Emma's parents made her promise that she'd keep her powers a secret and never, ever use them. But if Avangeline's parents fell back in love, it would fix everything. And how hard could one little love spell be?This fast-paced, heartfelt story is a powerful exploration of learning to embrace who you are, even when your true self is different from everyone around you.
Emily Brown and the Elephant Emergency (PDF)
by Neal Layton Cressida CowellEmily Brown, Stanley the bunny and Matilda the elephant are busy going on adventures, but every time they get to a particularly exciting part . . . Ring! Ring! goes the Emergency Telephone and it's Matilda's mummy on the end worrying that Matilda isn't wearing her wellies, or eating properly or almost anything. How can Emily Brown persuade her that sometimes adventures are good? This brilliant new title from this award-winning team is a witty and poignant book about the importance of spending quality time with your children and allowing them to explore the world around them.
The Elves and the Shoemaker: First Favourite Tales (First Favourite Tales Ser.)
by Ladybird Lorna Read Jan LewisThis eBook has been optimised for viewing on colour devices.Based on the classic story 'The Elves and the Shoemaker', this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home. Meet the poor and hungry shoemaker who wakes up one morning to find that his shoes have been magically made for him! Part of the Ladybird 'First Favourite Tales' series - a perfect introduction to fairy tales for preschoolers - this story contains lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. Ideal for reading aloud and sharing with 2-4 year olds.
Elmer and the Dragon: My Father's Dragon Book Two (My Father's Dragon #2)
by Ruth Stiles GannettBook two in the My Father's Dragon trilogy After his exciting adventures on Wild Island, Elmer is ready to go home. Luckily his new friend the baby dragon offers to fly him there. But when a storm forces them to make an emergency landing, they find themselves on Feather Island. This exotic place is inhabited by all the escaped canaries of the world and ruled by a curious canary desperately searching for buried treasure. Can clever Elmer use his creativity to save the day one more time?
Elephants Don't Sit on Cars (Jeremy James Ser. #1)
by David Henry WilsonJeremy James always seems to be getting into mischief and is fed up with grown-ups never knowing the answer to important questions.Join Jeremy James as his navigates his way through messy pesky supermarkets, goes to a football game and discovers the consequences of eating too many sweets . . . Illustrated throughout by the award-winning Axel Scheffler, David Henry Wilson's funny and gentle stories about the inimitable Jeremy James are much-loved classics, perfect for younger readers.
Easy Learning Spanish Verbs (Collins Easy Learning Ser. #02)
by Collins DictionariesPerfect for Spanish revision offering beginners a clear and easy-to-understand guide to Spanish verbs.
Easy Learning Italian Verbs: Grammar + Verbs + Vocabulary (Collins Easy Learning Ser.)
by Collins DictionariesPerfect for Italian revision offering beginners a clear and easy-to-understand guide to Italian verbs.
Easy Learning German Verbs (Collins Easy Learning Ser.)
by Collins DictionariesPerfect for German revision offering beginners a clear and easy-to-understand guide to German verbs.
Easy Learning French Verbs (Collins Easy Learning Ser.)
by Collins DictionariesPerfect for French revision offering beginners a clear and easy-to-understand guide to French verbs.
Earth: Space: Earth (Fact Cat: Countries #1)
by Alice HarmanRead all about planet Earth, its history, what's inside the Earth, its relation to other planets, about the water and the land, Earth's atmosphere, the weather, days and seasons and about life on Earth.
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.