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How does an acorn become a mighty oak tree? What does a tiny sunflower seed need to grow into a tall, yellow flower? Using examples of familiar plants (including vegetables), readers will investigate what seeds need in order to grow into plants. They...

As aphids suck nectar from the stems of plants, a ladybird leaves its winter hiding place to start munching on aphids. As worms wriggle through the soil helping to bring nutrients and rainwater to the roots of the garden's trees, a robin hunts for worms...

From everyday clothes to outfits worn only on special occasions, this book introduces young readers to the incredible variety of clothes, shoes, hats and jewellery that children wear around the world. From reindeer-skin coats and boots, to colourful...

From everyday clothes to outfits worn only on special occasions, this book introduces young readers to the incredible variety of clothes, shoes, hats and jewellery that children wear around the world. From reindeer-skin coats and boots, to colourful...

Perhaps you take the bus to school or ride in the car. But imagine travelling to school on your family's horse and cart or paddling to school in a canoe! This book explores the many different ways in which people travel during their everyday lives. From...

Perhaps you take the bus to school or ride in the car. But imagine travelling to school on your family's horse and cart or paddling to school in a canoe! This book explores the many different ways in which people travel during their everyday lives. From...

From gathering wild foods in a rainforest to preparing delicious sweets for Diwali, making butter from yak's milk in the mountains of Tibet to fasting for Ramadan, this book features the foods kids eat around the world, where the foods come from and how...

When we turn on a tap, we expect to see clean, safe water pour out. This is not how everyone around the world gets their water, of course. Some children must walk miles each day to collect water for their families, while others have a bath or help do...

When we turn on a tap, we expect to see clean, safe water pour out. This is not how everyone around the world gets their water, of course. Some children must walk miles each day to collect water for their families, while others have a bath or help do...

From gathering wild foods in a rainforest to preparing delicious sweets for Diwali, making butter from yak's milk in the mountains of Tibet to fasting for Ramadan, this book features the foods kids eat around the world, where the foods come from and how...

In this book, readers will meet children from around the world and find out what games they like to play. Games, such as rolling old tyres or tug-of-war are only played in some cultures, while others, such as football, are loved in countries worldwide...

In this book, readers will meet children from around the world and find out what games they like to play. Games, such as rolling old tyres or tug-of-war are only played in some cultures, while others, such as football, are loved in countries worldwide...

Some classrooms are inside a large school building. Others are just a single hut in a dusty desert. Some students do their schoolwork on tablets, while others write on chalkboards. From earthquake drills to a library on the back of a camel, this book...

When you think of a place to live, you might think of a house or a flat, but not everyone lives in a home like this. Some children grow up on a houseboat in a floating village. Others live in huts that are carefully crafted from branches and animal dung...

In this book young readers will join children around the world as they celebrate religious festivals and special times of year. From Holi to Chinese New Year, Eid al-Fitr to the Viking festival of Up Helly Aa, readers will discover how families take part...

Some classrooms are inside a large school building. Others are just a single hut in a dusty desert. Some students do their schoolwork on tablets, while others write on chalkboards. From earthquake drills to a library on the back of a camel, this book...

When you think of a place to live, you might think of a house or a flat, but not everyone lives in a home like this. Some children grow up on a houseboat in a floating village. Others live in huts that are carefully crafted from branches and animal dung...

The cops have Steve Sharp. He must find Jo and he must get Big John. He needs a plan. The Steve Sharp Series is designed for struggling teen and adult readers. The six book series follows this private detective trying to do the right thing in a world or...

Steve Sharp has two jobs to do. He must take Jo back to her mother. And he must get Big John. Big John the drug dealer.

Steve Sharp was a cop. Now he works for himself. He is a hard man. He is looking for Jo. Jo left home to shack up with Big John a drug dealer.

Steve Sharp is looking for Jo. She left home to shack up with Big John a drug dealer. How will he find her

Steve Sharp was a cop. Now he works for himself. But he is skint. He must get work. Steve Sharp is on the case! The Steve Sharp Series is designed for struggling teen and adult readers. The six book series follows this private detective trying to do the...

Steve Sharp was a cop. Now he works for himself. He must find a missing kid Jo. Seventeen years old.

Kathir lives with his grandmother by the sea where he harvests salt to sell at the market. But one day, Kathir's donkey, Gobi, decides it's too hot to carry the heavy load to the market. What can Kathir do to persuade Gobi to continue with this important...

Join the Comet Street Kids on a fascinating journey across the galaxy to find out what lies beyond our own planet and solar system. From exploring Saturn's rings to watching out for comets, you won't believe your eyes! Guide to the Galaxy is part of the...

Mita and Jyot are celebrating the Ganesh festival in India when they are magically transported to a forest and meet the real-life Ganesh - the elephant-headed deity! Can they work with Ganesh to stop some trappers from capturing a herd of elephants in...

Eco-homes are houses that are environmentally friendly with features that reduce their carbon footprint - for example, by using solar panels to heat water and provide heating. Maybe this book will inspire you to live more sustainably and even build your...

Kina, the camel is travelling through the desert with Rana, the kite seller. Can Kina teach Rana how to have good manners and be kind to others? Or will Rana continue to be mean and selfish? Find out in this playscript set in the Arabian desert. Kina and...

Maps and signs help us to navigate our way in the world. In this book you will discover the origins of maps, why using a compass is important in map-reading, and how signs guide us and keep us safe. Maps and Signs is part of the Galaxy range of books...

Fatama lives with her family in Freetown, Sierra Leone. She is fascinated by stories about Mami Wata, a water goddess from African legend. When the family go on a trip to the beach, will Fatama get to meet this famous water spirit? Fatama and Mami Wata's...

People have always needed medical help to get better if they are ill or injured. Let's take a look at the history of medicine and find out who keeps us fit and well today. Getting Better: A Short History of Medicine is part of the Galaxy range of books...

What are the primary, secondary and tertiary colours? Which colours are complementary? Do you know what messages colours can give us? Join the colour detectives to find out the answers to these questions and many more! The Colour Detectives is part of...

Barnaby Bear is off to Brazil! Join him on his amazing journey as he travels down the Amazon river, visits the rainforest, goes up the Sugarloaf mountain in Rio, and plays football on the beach! Off to Brazil is part of the Galaxy range of books from...

In this fascinating book, you will find out why it is light in the day and dark at night, how shadows are formed, and why the Moon appears to shine. You will also discover how animals can see in the dark, and how some amazing creatures can create their...

Join the Comet Street Kids to find out about the different states of matter. Discover how the Ancient Greeks investigated and explained these states, and how we can use the terms 'solid, liquid or gas' to classify pretty much everything in our world!...

Farai and Chenziri live deep in the African bush in Zimbabwe. One day their dad surprises them with a trip to the capital city, Harare. After a long train journey, they arrive in the buzz of the city. Find out what they see there in this enchanting...

Chester likes to help his dad in the garden, and on the farm. Maybe he will become a farmer or a gardener ... Or does he have a completely different job in mind for when he grows up? A Job for Chester! is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising...

When we are scared or sad, we can try to be brave and make ourselves feel better. We can hum a happy song or stand up tall. Maybe this rhyming text will inspire you to think of ways you can be brave too? All the Ways that I am Brave is part of the Galaxy...

It's time to play outside! Learn how to play hopscotch, skip rope and leapfrog with your friends. Let's run, skip, jump and have fun outdoors! Run, Jump, Skip and Hop is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides...

There are lots of ways that you can keep fit - you can run, jump, play football or swim! What is your favourite way to keep fit and healthy? Keep Fit! is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating...

Sloth loves to sleep all day, but when she gets hungry, she swings slowly through the trees in search of food. Suddenly, a big cat sees her! Can she escape to safety and go back to sleep in peace? Sleep tight, Sloth is part of the Galaxy range of books...

Mack the highland cow is in a mess. He has sticks in his fur and is covered in mud! Can his friend Duff help him to clean himself up? Mack in a Mess is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating...

Come on an amazing adventure and learn about animal packs! Wolves, Yaks and Camels live in packs, in very different parts of the world. What other animals live in a pack? Animal Packs is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet...

Rob takes his pet rock for a walk by the sea with his dad. He runs up a hill, but when he get to the top, the rock is gone! Will Rob be able to find it? Rob and Rock is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides...

Bess hasn't got a pet dog but she would love to have one. She does however have a dot-to-dot pad. Discover what happens when Bess completes a dog in the pad! Dot to Dot Dog is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy...

Red bugs come in all shapes and sizes. They are on rocks, leaves and flower buds. Can you spot all of the red bugs? Red Bugs is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for...

Sam and Bansi are excited about exploring their new school library - until they are joined by two cheeky aliens! Will they be able to stop the aliens from messing up the library? Will they be able to prevent an alien invasion? Find out what happens in...