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Henry and the Frost Fair
Each December, as the temperatures fall, a frost fair takes place at the command of Queen Frostiana. For the community of little mice, it is a time of great excitement and fun. But one year, a magical, little mouse called Mistletoe-Merry becomes separated from her family due to the mayhem caused by the Spirit of Winter Mischief.She befriends young Henry and the two set off on a series of daring adventures to try and find her family. Can they find them in time before the ice melts? Will a thrilling rescue attempt of a former enemy put all their lives in danger?A heart-warming tale to delight children with magic, friendship, and forgiveness in the coldest time of the year.
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Charlie Ant 6: Ant School
After attending a school lesson, Charlie and Sam set out on an adventure to find their own delicious honeydew, unaware of the dangers that await them. Their quest leads them to climb high into the treetops, where they finally discover the sweet prize they sought. But their triumph is short-lived as they find themselves trapped by a giant ladybird at the end of a long, thin leaf, perilously high above the ground. With only each other to rely on, Charlie and Sam must protect their precious honeydew from this formidable foe. Can they overcome the odds and outsmart the giant ladybird?
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Billy
NO FOOTBALL IN SCHOOL!
BUT BILLY McCALL FORGETS THE RULE!
This story is a comedy extravaganza with loads of bumps, tumbles and surprises, starring a cast of very funny characters, all running around madly, trying to catch Billy’s football, which has a life of its own, full of bounce and mischief.
The grumpy Headmaster thinks he can sort out the problem, but you will have to read the story to find out if he succeeds.
This is a fast-paced narrative poem written in clever rhyme. A great story to read out loud and laugh at the slapstick humour!
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Tirilampo and His Adventures
Tirilampo is a creature that is never quiet. He visits places never before seen by other creatures. He is not just a discoverer of lands and people but also a seeker of new meanings for words.
Tirilampo has a unique trait: as he gets to know people, creatures, and places, he becomes stronger and smarter. The people he meets on his journeys offer him their knowledge, and his wisdom grows as he encounters the unknown.
He is shaped by the context surrounding him and the diversity of people he meets. On his adventures, he is offered gifts, such as a pair of wings to add to his form and visions of different populations. He concludes, ‘To fly is to go further, using your imagination and putting it into practice. It is having dreams and being free to dream them.’
Tirilampo absorbs a fragment of everyone he meets. However, he also leaves behind a piece of himself—his personality, his sympathy, and his life story—wherever he goes.
On his adventure, he discovers the meaning of the word Saudade.
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The Gas Mask
Tom is a typical young school kid rather enjoying his sleepy school summer holiday. But one day this rest is shattered as he finds himself staying over at his grandfather’s old unfamiliar house whilst his parents were out. Initially being rather bored an intriguing adventure soon begins, events that Tom will never forgot long into old age!
While his grandfather took his usual daily nap, Tom decides to explore the old spooky house making his way upstairs. Stumbling and entering upon a small unknown room, he finds a hidden ladder leading to a trapdoor in the ceiling above him. Steeling himself, he clambers up the ladder and bravely opens the hatch above him…
Entering the dark dusty loft, Tom eyes slowly acclimatise enough in the gloom allowing him to find and turn on a dim light. Only to glimpse around him in the twilight, many old toys, and items over in one corner. Cautiously creeping over he finds and then warily opens an old chest…
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The Adventures of Itty Bitty Me and Her Friends
Itty Bitty Me lives on a farm with her parents, their dog Scamp, and the Mack family – Mr. and Mrs. Mack and their son Tom – who help around the farm. Itty Bitty Me loves to help everyone and asks lots of questions, which leads her into all sorts of adventures involving her dog Scamp, her friend Katarina, and a special little man named Tring who lives in the ten-acre wood. What makes Tring special is that only Itty Bitty Me and Katarina can see him.
Together, they teach Itty Bitty Me and Katarina’s school friends the importance of taking care of bees, trees, the local river, and beaches. Throughout their adventures, they find interesting ways to overcome the problems that always seem to pop up. Having many picnics in Tring’s magical garden and chatting together helps solve these problems, proving to be very handy.
Join Itty Bitty Me, Scamp, Katarina, and Tring in their delightful adventures, where learning about nature and friendship is always fun and exciting.
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The Christmas Bee
Young bee Barnabee Bumble buzzes with dedication and dreams of becoming the top pollen collector in his hive. But one day, an overheard conversation between two children plants a new seed of curiosity in his heart: Who is Santa? And more importantly, what is Christmas?
Despite Mrs. Robbins’ attempt to explain, every answer seems to lead to another question. And when he seeks clarity from his mother, the mystery only deepens. With winter approaching, and the urgency to gather pollen for the queen growing, Barnabee and his friend, Willowbee, find themselves in a perilous situation. Barnabee’s courageous act not only saves his friend but earns him an unexpected reward.
Through this gift, Barnabee embarks on a heartwarming journey, ultimately unveiling the true essence of Christmas.
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Bliss
Nine-year-old Bliss Lorana has always daydreamed about a magical world made of candy called ‘Poptous’, a vibrant realm she created in her mind as a young child. One day, while exploring deep into the forest, Bliss discovers a peculiar object. Overcome with curiosity, she finds herself transported into the enchanting world of her dreams.
Meanwhile, in a nearby province, another girl named Connie longs to escape her life bound by so many rules. When she stumbles upon the same mysterious object, she is also whisked away to Poptous.
United in this fantastical candy-land, Bliss and Connie must navigate a series of adventures and challenges, forming bonds with their intriguing new friends along the way. To return to the real world, they will need to rely on each other and the strength of their newfound friendship.
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Mr Arthur, Miss Echo and the Grumpy Toad
Mr. Arthur is fed up with Miss Echo,
A puppy who is causing mischief and mayhem!
He can’t keep up with her antics as he tries to keep her out of trouble.
She flies from one disaster to another with him on her tail!
But has she gone too far?
The Grumpy Toad thinks so – she’s pulling his home out of the pond!
What does he have in store for her?
And who else has moved into the house to cause mischief?
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Chocolate Toothpaste
Daniel hated brushing his teeth!But what if toothpaste tasted ofsomething a little more delicious?Join him and his best friend Lucason their daring adventure to createthe World’s first...Chocolate Toothpaste -However, this crazy endeavour has direconsequences, turning the entire townupside down…!
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A Child’s Garden of Curses
Reimagine thirteen cherished tales from the Brothers Grimm, now retold in lively, rhyming verse. Each poem deftly captures a pivotal scene or feeling, using rich language to paint a vivid word-picture. As the familiar stories unfold through traditional meter and rhyme, young readers will expand their vocabularies, meet unfamiliar words in an understandable context, and improve their comprehension. Rhyming narratives stick in the memory, allowing children to chant captivating texts while sharpening their linguistic abilities. When children discover the delight of playful poetry, their appetite for magical new words grows. Let the rhythm and wonder of these fairy-tale verses spur a lifelong love of language.
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Into the Valley of the Orcs
Which route will Simon, Tom, and their small army choose to face the least danger? Through the valley of the giant Orcs, risking capture, torture, or worse? Or over the Mountains of Doom, where human-eating spiders lurk?
Simon finds himself in this predicament after marrying Elfwyn, who became Queen of Arkadia following her father’s death. Her uncle Athelstan and his knights have driven Simon and Elfwyn back to the safety of Ishtar.
After overcoming Athelstan and his followers, Simon meets with the leaders of the Federation to discuss the Orc menace, who are slaughtering inhabitants beyond the Mountains of Doom. Will they conquer the Orcs and bring peace to their neighbours?
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