The Harry Potter Wizarding Almanac
J K Rowling
Whisk yourself away to Harry Potter’s wizarding world with this full colour illustrated companion. The book brings together beloved characters, unforgettable moments and iconic locations from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone all the way through to The Deathly Hallows. It’s the ultimate magical miscellany, filled with facts about the wizarding world, beautifully catalogued and brilliantly explored. An ideal introduction to the Harry Potter stories for new readers but with its astonishing level of detail it is also sure to surprise and fascinate lifelong fans too. From incredible cross-sections to magical maps and ingenious lists, lose yourself exploring Hogwarts and beyond …
101 THINGS TO DO INSTEAD OF PLAYING ON YOUR PHONE
Ilka Heinemann
Our phones have become a constant distraction; it’s time we put them down and rediscovered the simple art of taking a few minutes out. This book offers an imaginative list of games and tips aimed at curing us of our portable tech addiction. More than mere time-killers, these activities include ways to unleash your creative side and train your brain, but above all methods to set you on the road to calm. And all without a phone-charger in sight.
THE SUPERPETS & ME!
Neil Fitzpatrick
Discover amazing stories of the Supervet’s most incredible animals, from bionic cats and dogs to hero hedgehogs and courageous chameleons!
Growing up on the family farm in Ballyfin, Ireland, Noel Fitzpatrick spent his childhood tending to the cattle and sheep with his beloved sheepdog Pirate, who comforted him after he was bullied by the kids at school. This bond with animals inspired him to become a vet – but not just any vet, a SUPERVET! Noel has treated thousands of animals – many of whom were thought to be beyond help. Discover the incredible stories of the brave animals he has worked with, from Peanut, the world’s first cat with two front bionic limbs, to Betsy, the six-month-old cockapoo, who was given a new lease of life when her crushed paw was replaced with a skateboard wheel!
Stories for christmas
Enid Blyton
From tales of hot roasted chestnuts to shared gifts and falling snow, celebrate the festive season with these short stories by Enid Blyton. These traditional tales are ideal for younger children being read to and for newly confident readers to read alone. Each story stands alone and is the perfect length for reading at bedtime or in the classroom.
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