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The Christmasaurus is back! Get ready for the magical festive adventure from bestselling author Tom Fletcher!<BR><BR>You know about the Naughty List, right? Well, this year, the Christmasaurus is on a mission to track down children who have found themselves on the Naughty List to help them turn naughty to nice!<BR><BR>This is a collection of stories about mischievous kids learning the error of their ways, but it's also about sharing the true spirit of Christmas and realising that sometimes, things aren't quite as they first appear...<BR><BR>Everyone loves The Christmasaurus!<BR>'Redemption, magic and gleeful silliness' - The Observer<BR>'Genius' - The Sun<BR>'Grown-up readers will love reading this charming, heart-warming book aloud' - The Daily Express<BR><BR>Also by Tom Fletcher<BR>The Christmasaurus<BR>The Christmasaurus and the Winter Witch<BR>The Creakers<BR>The Danger Gang

Auf einem goldenen Feld leben die zwei ungleichen Mäuseschwestern Georgia und Atti. Während Georgia schüchtern und unsicher ist, sprudelt Atti nur so vor Energie - doch beide fühlen sich nicht wirklich akzeptiert. Gemeinsam wagen sie ein nächtliches Abenteuer, das alles verändert: Sie lernen von einem trampelnden Pony, einer schimmernden Motte, einer eleganten Eule und einem mutigen Igel, dass man genau richtig ist, so wie man ist. Ein liebevoll erzähltes Bilderbuch über Selbstakzeptanz, Mut und die Kraft der Geschwisterliebe.¿    Einfühlsame Botschaft: Eine herzerwärmende Geschichte, die Kindern vermittelt, wie wichtig es ist, sich selbst und andere anzunehmen.¿    Abenteuerliche Mäusereise: Spannende Begegnungen mit ganz unterschiedlichen Tierfreunden machen das Buch zu einem fantasievollen Leseerlebnis.¿    Fantastische Illustrationen: Die witzigen Zeichnungen von Nikolai Renger machen die Mäuseabenteuer lebendig und laden zum Entdecken ein.¿    Perfekt zum Vorlesen: Für Kinder ab 4 Jahren ein ideales Buch, um über wichtige Themen wie Selbstakzeptanz und Zusammenhalt zu sprechen.¿    Von Herzen inspiriert: Die Geschichte basiert auf der besonderen Verbindung der beiden Autorinnen, selbst Schwestern mit sehr verschiedenen Lebenswegen.Mutig, quirlig, wunderbar - das Beste an unsEine liebevolle Mäusegeschichte, die mit Humor und Tiefgang zeigt, dass jeder auf seine Weise besonders ist. Perfekt für kleine und große Leser:innen

Get ready to scuttle, swim, wiggle and jiggle in this delightful rhyming story which gets children reading and moving along!<BR><BR>When we were at the beach today, a little crab came by.<BR>"Come scuttle with me," said the crab. "Scuttling's fun, let's try!"<BR><BR>Whirl and wiggle! Whirl and wiggle!<BR>Let's SCUTTLE and SNAP to the Jellyfish Jiggle!<BR><BR>Learn to move like your seaside friends at the beach and under water! Dive with the penguin, rock the pelican's boat and wiggle, jiggle and giggle with the jellyfish! Everyone can join the fun in or out of the water!<BR><BR>Features a main character with a prosthetic limb showing all the fun exercise moves.<BR><BR>This fantastic water-themed story from Caryl Hart and Nicola Slater, the duo behind TheSafari Stomp, is perfect for getting little ones excited about swimming.

Piggly wiggly is a little piglet who is autistic. He lives on a lovely farm with his brothers and sisters, and many other farm animals. The farm is very busy and noisy, and poor Piggly Wiggly finds life very difficult. All the other little piglets like to play and make lots of noise, and Piggly Wiggly feels very alone and left out. This makes him very, VERY, sad and upset. Farmer Fuddle can see how unhappy poor Piggly Wiggly is, so he has a think, and comes up with some great ideas to help him manage his sensory needs.Beautifully written, with superb illustrations, this is an ideal book for the start of any child's reading journey, AND for those, who feel they don't fit in. If you are looking for a story that is unique, this is the book for you.Piggly Wiggly incorporates colour-combinations, repetitions, and unique, vibrant pictures, which aid any young reader learning language, as well as inspiring, and sparking a world of creativity through colour. Teaching a tale of friendship; One's might to overcome, and promoting differences, in this little piglets life on a farm.Piggly Wiggly includes an extra bonus to it's pages, with one teeny, tiny animal that appears in all the illustrations, waiting to be sought and found by our kiddie wink readers. AND... the book includes a puzzle for the children to match up animals and the sounds they make, giving children a fun extra, whilst teaching recognition and mimicking, by practising the noises of the corresponding animals.Choosing this book for your family, supports a work, created by a Mother (Pj Sandz - the Author) and Daughter (We.Are.Alien - The Illustrator) Duo. With the book being inspired by the Autistic Illustrators' own experiences in life, as someone who is Neuro-divergent and who has always struggled to fit in.Pj Sandz, and We.Are.Alien have other published books for older children to enjoy Such as their Lottie Lostalot series of books, about a little girl that is always getting lost, taking her on amazing magical adventures, and meeting a kingdom of new animals and friends.

Adrian hat viele Gedanken im Kopf - fröhliche, wilde und auch mal traurige. Seine Seelenwolke zeigt, wie es ihm geht: bunt, grau, leuchtend oder schwer.Manchmal ist alles zu viel: die Schule, zu Hause, die Freunde. Doch Adrian merkt: Sein Gehirn denkt einfach ein bisschen anders - und das ist völlig in Ordnung!Mit Menschen, die ihn verstehen, lernt er, mit seinen Gefühlen umzugehen und mutig er selbst zu sein.Eine Geschichte über das Anderssein, über Gefühle und über die Stärke, die in jedem Kind steckt.Für Eltern und Begleitende:"Adrian und seine Seelenwolke" erzählt kindgerecht und empathisch vom Leben mit neurodiversen Eigenschaften. Es unterstützt Kinder dabei, sich selbst besser zu verstehen, und fördert den offenen Umgang mit Emotionen, Reizüberflutung und dem Gefühl, "anders" zu sein.Mit einem Vorwort von Neuropädiater Prof. Dr. Stephan König sowie pädagogischem Begleitmaterial für Schule, Kindergarten und Zuhause - entwickelt mit einem Psychotherapeuten i.A.Ideal für Familien, Kitas, Schulen und als Wartezimmerlektüre beim Kinderarzt.

*Winner of the Good Housekeeping Kids' Book Awards*<BR>*A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year*<BR><BR>From the bestselling author of The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches comes an action-packed, enchanting middle grade fantasy about a neurodivergent heroine, a mysterious school, and a world of magical creatures. Perfect for fans of Rick Riordan and Roshani Chokshi. <BR><BR>"Thrilling, funny, and suspenseful." - Craig Kofi Farmer, Coretta Scott King John Steptoe Award-winning author of Kwame Crashes the Underworld<BR><BR> ¿ "Fast-paced and engaging... This is a beautiful, inclusive work that's also a terrific story." - School Library Journal<BR><BR>Eleven-year-old Vanya Vallen has always felt like she doesn't fit in. She's British-Indian in a mostly white town in England, her parents won't talk about their pasts, and she has ADHD.<BR><BR>Oh, and she talks to books. More importantly, the books talk back.<BR><BR>When her family is attacked by a monster she believed only existed in fairytales, Vanya discovers that her parents have secrets, and that there are a lot more monsters out there. Overnight, she's whisked off to the enchanted library and school of Auramere, where she joins the ranks of archwitches and archivists.<BR><BR>Life at Auramere is unexpected, exciting and wonderful. But even here, there's no escaping monsters. The mysterious, powerful Wild Hunt is on the prowl, and Vanya will need all her creativity and courage to unmask its leader and stop them before they destroy the only place she's ever truly belonged.

UNLIMITED: RENEE BRUNS SET A GUINNESS WORLD RECORD is a picture book biography about an incredible woman who has used a wheelchair since she was five years old. Born with autosomal recessive multiple epiphyseal dysplasia, Renee Bruns' courage is unlimited. Although she can't walk, run, hop, skip, or jump, Renee parasails, scuba dives, skydives and drives. At age 38, Renee decided to fulfill her dreams of traveling the world. She set a Guinness World Record by traveling to more countries in a year than any wheelchair user ever had. She visited 55 countries, 40 of them unaccompanied-just herself and her wheelchair. Renee's happy smile and kindness to others is remembered by everyone she meets.

Doctors told Tracilyn's parents she would never overcome her cerebral palsy and would never amount to much. Her mother was determined to prove them wrong. She learned physical therapy techniques and taught Tracilyn how to be determined. Before long, Tracilyn had overcome cerebral palsy and was living a great life.

Opal Watson, Private Eye introduces an exciting new middle grade mystery series based on the popular original Pinna podcast that feels like a modern-day version of Harriet the Spy.Opal Watson loves being a detective. When her neighbor’s cat goes missing or her grandmother loses her cherished cookbook, Opal is on the case. And there is no mystery she cannot solve.Returning home to Chicago after spending the summer with her Meme Augustine in New Orleans, Opal is nervous to begin school. Despite her parents’ confidence, they worry about her making new friends and dealing with her Retinitis Pigmentosa, a degenerative eye disease. When Opal gets paired with a new student, Ivy, to work on their history project together, she is hesitant—after all, she only needs her cousin, Frank, and her best friend, Madison.But school quickly becomes the least of her worries. Madison has heard disturbances in the apartment building she and Opal live in, the Crescent. Renovations are being done, but it’s unclear where the noises are coming from that are upsetting all her neighbors. Even worse, the old building is the target of developers wanting to tear it down. As Opal begins to investigate, she realizes this will be her toughest case yet.Can Opal solve the mystery at the Crescent and save her home? And what hidden truths will she uncover along the way?- Amateur Detective: Opal Watson is on her toughest case yet, investigating mysterious disturbances in her historic Chicago apartment building, the Crescent.- Positive Disability Representation: Featuring a brave and capable protagonist with Retinitis Pigmentosa, this story shines a light on a determined young investigator who uses her unique perspective to solve clues.- Found Family: With the help of her cousin Frank, best friend Madison, and a building full of quirky neighbors, Opal must band together with her community to protect their home.- A Race Against Time: When developers threaten to tear down the Crescent, Opal has to uncover the building's hidden truths before her family and friends lose everything.

Another instalment in Jacqueline Wilson's highly popular Sleepover series featuring Daisy and her friends - and Daisy's sister Lily.<BR><BR>The summer holidays have finally arrived, and Daisy is bored. Daisy is glad she won't have to see her worst enemy Chloe for a while but she longs for a proper holiday at the seaside, building sandcastles, eating lots of icecream and maybe even spotting a mermaid in the sea. Daisy's sister, Lily, wants to come too but, she uses a wheelchair which can make trips to the seaside tricky. Especially with all that sand!<BR><BR>Daisy's summer gets a bit more exciting when she starts looking after her neighbours' dog, Scruff. Daisy has always wanted a dog of her own to walk and cuddle! She knows Scruff would love a trip to the seaside just as much as her. <BR><BR>Will Daisy, Lily and Scruff get their icecream-filled dream holiday and maybe even have a Seaside Sleepover? <BR><BR>Sleepovers is one of Jacqueline Wilson's bestselling books and the series is perfect for newly confident readers who are navigating primary school friendship issues. Full of relatable details and gentle confidence-building messages, these books are a great place to start your Jacqueline Wilson journey.

This is the toddler version of my original Moodypuff Book.Some days feel full of love. Some days feel like a storm.In this emotionally honest picture book, a child introduces us to their Super Mom-a loving, real-life superhero who sometimes has moody days too. With the help of floating Moodypuffs(TM), kids learn how emotions shift and that it's always okay to reconnect with love.Through simple language, powerful imagery, and a heartfelt story, Moodypuffs(TM): My Super Mom Has Moody Days Too opens the door for children and caregivers to talk about feelings-especially the ones that can be hard to explain.Lovingly written by a mother of four and illustrated in collaboration with her own children, this book brings emotional truth to life with playful drawings and colorful puff characters.Whether you're a parent, teacher, or mental health professional, this story is a gentle way to begin big conversations.Let this book be your invitation: all feelings are okay-and reconnecting with love is always possible.

I Am Raven is the second book in the outstanding, highly original and unputdownable 'I Am Wolf' series rom Alastair Chisholm.<BR><BR>Following on from I Am Wolf, this is a bold, thought-provoking adventure perfect for fans of Mortal Engines and The Last Wild.<BR><BR>Once, Brann belonged to Raven. She flew high above the world and she was fearless. But Raven was destroyed by Dragon. Brann's home is gone and her crew is missing.<BR><BR>Determined to find the truth, Brann heads north. But what she and her friends learn will change everything. What happened to Raven's crew? And what is the secret Brann is hiding?<BR><BR>Also written by the award-winning Alastair Chisholm:<BR><BR>- I Am Wolf (#1) - Shortlisted, Peters Children's Book of the Year award 2025<BR>- We Are Dragon (#3)

Challenging Disparity: One-Legged Hero's Journey Towards Self-Reliance and Equality, Inspiring Young Minds to Embrace Independence . Discovering the Language of the Heart follows Ben, a young boy with a prosthetic leg, who is determined to live independently and be treated equally. Refusing sympathy or special treatment, he faces the challenges of growing up with a prosthetic limb while striving to embrace life just like any other child. Ben's resilience, courage, and desire to be seen for who he truly is shape his journey as he seeks compassion without being treated as different.Throughout the story, Ben teaches young readers about the power of self-reliance. His experiences encourage children to embrace their unique differences and challenge the expectations that often limit them. Ben's journey emphasizes that physical differences should never define a person's worth or abilities, and everyone deserves to be treated with the same respect and fairness.The book also touches on the emotional complexities of navigating life with a disability. Ben's frustration with being treated differently and his eventual acceptance of help when needed offer a nuanced look at independence and vulnerability. This balance between self-reliance and support is a key lesson for young readers, showing them the value of both strength and connection.Ultimately, Discovering the Language of the Heart is a celebration of resilience. It encourages readers to rise above challenges, and embrace their unique differences. This powerful and heartfelt narrative inspires confidence and reminds readers to have compassion for others.

WINNER OF THE CARNEGIE MEDAL FOR WRITING 2026WINNER OF THE UKLA BOOK AWARDA vibrant, evocative and magical debut which centres a positive, empowered disabled character at the heart of a reimagining of Little Red Riding Hood.The woods are hiding a secret... but then so is Red...Red is not allowed to go into the woods. Everyone knows that they are dangerous - because of their strange magic and the wolves that lurk there... But Red finds herself increasingly drawn to the woods and the place where her grandmother disappeared without a trace three years ago. When the woodcutter fails to return home one night and wolves are spotted close to the village boundary, fear drives a deep and dangerous divide between the villagers and the nature they live alongside.Only Red seems to hold the key - but she has a secret, and exposing it could ruin her family forever ...

Wayne's Wheels is the second installment in the Shores of Ican series. Wayne is a boy who is great at cruising around in his wheelchair but faces certain obstacles outdoors. With the help of his friends, all uniquely beautiful, he isn't left behind. Together, they find new ways to solve their problems and explore their world together.

Rediscover the Puffin Classics collection and bring the best-loved classics to a new generation - including this new resized edition of What Katy Did, complete with a bold new cover.'I will do it tomorrow. How often we all do so and what a pity it is that when morning comes and tomorrow is today we so frequently wake up feeling quite differently. . . 'Katy Carr intends to be beautiful and beloved and as sweet as an angel one day. For now, though, her hair is always in a tangle, her dress is always torn and she doesn't care at all for being called 'good'. But then a terrible accident happens and Katy must find the courage to remember her daydreams and the delightful plans she once schemed!

Cosima löst jeden Fall!London, 1900. Nach ihrem letzten erfolgreichen Coup hat Cosima endlich ihren verschollen geglaubten Vater wieder. Doch schon wartet das nächste Abenteuer: Das Spektakulum mit seinen vielen Attraktionen und Schaustellern ist in der Stadt. Als aus der Mitte des Jahrmarkts ein weltberühmtes Gemälde gestohlen wird, fällt der Verdacht auf Cos' Vater. Sie und ihre Freundinnen Diya, Mary und Pearl sind davon überzeugt, dass er zu Unrecht beschuldigt wird - und dass das Phantom, ein mysteriöser Meisterdieb, dahintersteckt. Cos darf ihren Vater nicht noch einmal verlieren, also begeben sich die Mädchen mit Cleverness, Mut und Witz auf gefährliche Verbrecherjagd.Verbrecherjagd in London 1900: ein weiteres Abenteuer der genialen MädchengangFür Krimi-Fans ab 8 Jahren

Seit JayTa im abgebrannten Boothaus Gitarre spielt, sind Julian, Anisa und Diego jeden Tag dort. Auch Diegos kleine Schwester Luna, die im Rollstuhl sitzt, liebt JayTas Musik. Diego kommt eine Idee: JayTa soll beim großen Musik-Slam mitmachen! Mit dem Gewinn möchte er Luna überraschen. Den Song für Luna schreiben alle zusammen - und er verändert ihre Welt.READy - Bücher für alle, die einfach lesen wollen.