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With Painting School, kids will discover how easy it is to paint anything-animals, people, nature, objects, and more-with simple steps and easy lessons! Painting School provides the first steps to a lifelong love of art. Your child will learn how to paint anything they see in the world around them by following a few simple steps. This comprehensive, 240-page, flexi-bound art guide reveals how easy it is to paint, with easy-to-follow step-by-step projects, colorful art, and clear instructions. Before the step-by-step painting projects, this book begins with the basics, such as the paintbrushes and paints to use, the differences between popular paint types, how to mix colors, what to paint on, and much more. Then painting class really begins! A variety of subjects are covered, from animals and people to nature and simple, everyday objects. Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780760385685 • Author: Tanya Emelyanova • Publisher:  Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  240 • Dimensions: 27.9 x 21.6 cm

Everyone loves to draw, and Drawing School is the ultimate guide for kids who want to learn to draw their favorite things. The easy-to-follow lessons show how to draw more than 250 animals and objects. Love of art and drawing can start young in children. Nurture your child's connection to the blank page with Drawing School! This comprehensive art guide is designed to ensure that anyone can learn how to draw with the simple step-by-step projects! This art book begins with instructions for drawing basic shapes and an introduction to basic tools and materials, then jumps directly into drawing projects on a variety of subjects, from things found on the farm, under the sea, and in the garden to around the house, around town, and around the world. Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780760385678 • Author: Nila Aye • Publisher:  Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  272 • Dimensions: 27.9 x 21.6 cm

This hilarious and action-packed first reader is perfect for LEGO DC Super Heroes fans who are learning to read! When supervillains from outer space threaten to steal the world's toys, it is up to DC Comics' greatest superheroes to save the day! But can Wonder Woman, Supergirl, and Batgirl defeat the evil aliens without a good plan? Or, will they be defeated before naptime?  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781407163413 • Author: Trey King • Publisher:  Scholastic • Format:  Hardback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  23.4 x 16,7 x 0.8 cm

The Christmasaurus is back! Get ready to soar into the sky with the magical new festive adventure from bestselling author, Tom Fletcher! William Trundle and his family can't wait for Christmas. But when powerful magic brings a mysterious old copy of A Christmas Carol to life, and Ebenezer Scrooge himself emerges from its pages - Christmas is suddenly in grave danger. Can William, Santa and the most unique and magical dinosaur of all - the Christmasaurus - find a way to return Scrooge to the book and save Christmas, before it's too late?  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780241595879 • Author: Tom Fletcher  • Publisher:  Penguin Random House Children's UK • Format:  Hardback • Pages:  336 • Dimensions:  22.2 x 16.2 x 3.2 cm

In No Brainer, book 18 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, it's up to Greg to save his school before it's shuttered for good. Up until now, middle school hasn't exactly been a joyride for Greg Heffley. So when the town threatens to close the crumbling building, he's not too broken up about it. But when Greg realizes this means he's going to be sent to a different school than his best friend, Rowley Jefferson, he changes his tune. Can Greg and his classmates save their school before it's shuttered for good? Or is this the start of a whole new chapter for Greg?  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780241583135 • Author:  Jeff Kinney • Publisher:  Puffin • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  224 • Dimensions:  20 x 24 x 13.2 cm

Ripley's Believe It or Not! will amaze and astound children and adults alike with thousands of strange stories, unusual feats and hair-raising oddities from around the world. Bursting with thousands of extraordinary facts and accompanied by lists, stunning photography, infographics, and the science behind some of the weirdest stories, Ripley's Believe It or Not! will entertain, inform and flabbergast you with stories of people who are pushing the boundaries. This year's annual takes the reading experience to the next level with mini games, interactive video content, quizzes, secrets to be unlocked and many more innovative features. No Christmas is complete without it. Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781529916607 • Author: Ripley • Publisher:  Penguin Books Ltd • Format:  Hardback • Pages:  256 • Dimensions: 23.5 x 2.2 x 30.5 cm

Bunny and his friends Weenie the Squittel, Pig (the pig), Action Beaver, and Skunky the Inventor live peacefully in the woods. Until one day, when the chaotic force of nature Monkey is fired into their midst by the British Space programme! (They were aiming for the Moon).  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781788451772 • Author:  Jamie Smart  • Publisher:  David Fickling Books • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  256 • Dimensions:  14 x 1.6 x 21 cm  

Meet Charlie and his four unlikely friends as they explore the world around them and reflect on everything they see and do… This worldwide bestseller is essentially a series of delightfully untamed sketches, each accompanied by a hand-written snippet of conversation. The comments are simple but life-changing through their wisdom, honesty, and authenticity – perfect for children and adults. Shared thousands of times online and recreated in school art classes, hung on hospital walls, and turned into tattoos, delve into the conversations of the boy, the mole, the fox and the horse. A magical story of love, compassion, friendship, kindness… and important life lessons. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529105100 • Author: Charlie Mackesy • Publisher: Penguin Books • Format: Hardback • Pages: 128 • Dimensions: 22.5 x 17.5 x 2.5 cm

Greg Heffley and sports just don't mix… After a disastrous competition at school, Greg decides that he's officially retired from ANY kind of sport! That is, until his mom persuades him to give it one more go and makes Greg reluctantly agree to sign up for basketball. Tryouts are a MESS, and Greg is sure he won't make the cut. But he unexpectedly lands a spot on the worst team. As Greg and his new teammates start the season, their chances of winning even a single game look slim. But in sports, anything can happen.  When everything is on the line and the ball is in Greg's hands, will he rise to the occasion? Or will he blow his big shot?  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780241396988 • Author:  Jeff Kinney • Publisher:  Penguin Random House Children's UK • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  240 • Dimensions:  19.8 x 12.9 x 1.5 cm

Laugh-out-loud with this hilarious Diary of a Wimpy Kid 8 Book Set! Read along with exclusive access to Greg's diary where he makes note of the dramas of his life. Included in this title: •    Diary of a Wimpy Kid •    Dairy of a Wimpy Kid Rodrick Rules •    Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Last Straw •    Diary of a Wimpy Kid Dog Days •    Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Ugly Truth •    Diary of a Wimpy Kid Cabin Fever •    Diary of a Wimpy Kid The Third Wheel •    Diary of a Wimpy Kid Hard Luck Young readers will love these fully illustrated books from the international bestselling author Jeff Kinney. Product Information: •    ISBN: 9780241542866  •    Author: Jeff Kinney •    Publisher: Penguin •    Format: Book Collection

Fly into a fiery and fantastical future with No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams, in an epic adventure of myth and legend, good and evil, and one small boy who must save the world… It is 2120 and London is in ruins. The young Prince Alfred has never known a life outside Buckingham Palace – but when strange goings-on breach its walls and stalk the corridors in the dead of night, he is thrust into a world of mystery, adventure and monsters. And when his mother, the Queen, is dragged away to the Tower of London, Alfred must screw up his courage and battle to save her, himself… and the entire city. In a future of myths and legends, join the bestselling David Walliams and venture forth into his most enthralling tale yet! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008438708 • Author: David Walliams, Tony Ross • Publisher: HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks • Format: Paperback • Pages: 464 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 3.5 cm

The wonderful world of David Walliams is finally back with a brand new 6 Book Collection of the best and most astounding stories - that are sure to make you smile! Join The Boy in the Dress, the number-one bestseller and discover the charming tale of why Dennis is so different! Dive into the touching and twisted tale of Mr Stink and find out how Chloe comes to help him before he gets driven out of town for good. Explore the fantastic adventures of Billionaire Boy and all of the reasons why he is so happy... there is about a billion of them after all! Laugh-out-loud with the hysterical story of Ratburger in an action-packed journey into how Zoe manages to fight of the evil Burt from Burt's Burgers when he tries to steal her pet rat. Make your appointment...if you dare, with The Demon Dentist in this hilarious novel and help investigate who is leaving disgusting slugs under children's pillows at night... And finally, delve into the heartfelt but hilarious hoot of an adventure in Awful Auntie when Aunt Alberta and her giant owl will stop at nothing to get to Stella's heir to Saxby Hall! Titles in this collection: • The Boy in the Dress • Mr Stink • Billionaire Boy • Ratburger • The Demon Dentist • Awful Auntie This action-packed fun-tastic collection is the must-have companion for all Walliam's fans and those who adored The World Of David Walliams: Best Boxset Ever! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780007974702 • Author: David Walliams • Publisher: Harper Collins • Format: Book Collection  • Dimensions: 20 x 13 x 13cm

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Celebrate Elmer’s 30th Birthday with this much-loved picture book that shows children that it is OK to be different!  Elmer is different. Elmer is patchwork. The grey elephants all love him, but he soon starts to wonder what it would be like to be just the same as them... Deservedly a modern classic, with over ten million copies of his books sold worldwide. Full of colour, wisdom and pathos, little readers will love this classic tale at bedtime.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781842707319 • Author:  David McKee • Publisher:  Andersen Press; 12th edition • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  23.98 x 0.36 x 27.58 cm

Dive into the world of Jacqueline Wilson with this amazing 5 book collection, full of the most fantastic and drama-filled fun stories to read! Join all of your favourite characters, from Tracy Beaker to the double act twins Ruby and Garnet! Includes: • The Story of Tracy Beaker • The Dare Game • Double Act • Lily Alone • The Worst Thing About My Sister  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780440871859 • Author:  Jacqueline Wilson • Publisher:  Penguin • Format:  Paperback

Full of magic and music, humour and heart, and a friendship like no other, The Christmasaurus series is the most enchanting Christmas read for the whole family by Tom Fletcher.  This is a story about a boy named William Trundle and a dinosaur named the Christmasaurus. It's about how they meet one Christmas Eve and have a magical adventure. It's about friendship and families, sleigh bells and Santa, singing elves, and flying reindeer.  Included in this title: • The Christmasaurus • The Naughty List • The Winter Witch Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780241609590 • Author: Tom Fletcher • Publisher:  Puffin • Format:  Box Set

This 25th birthday edition of The Gruffalo has a shiny gold foil cover and includes fun bonus material - a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler fans! Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling phenomenon around the world. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children over the past twenty-five years, and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. The Gruffalo 25th Anniversary Edition features the classic story with a stunning foil cover as well as a letter from the author, early sketches from the illustrator, fun Gruffalo things to make and do and the lyrics to The Gruffalo Song to celebrate the anniversary year.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781035028399 • Author:  Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler • Publisher:  Pan Macmillan • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  15.4 x 2 x 19.2 cm

Petey the Cat is out of jail, and he has a brand-new lease on life. While Petey's re-evaluated what matters most, Li'l Petey is struggling to find the good in the world. Can Petey and Dog Man stop fighting like cats and dogs long enough to put their paws together and work as a team? They need each other now more than ever - Li'l Petey (and the world) is counting on them! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780702306877 • Author: Dav Pilkey • Publisher: Scholastic • Format: Paperback • Pages: 240 • Dimensions: 21.1 x 14.2 x 1.4cm

The Gruffalo said that no Gruffalo should ever set foot in the deep dark wood. But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo's child disobeys her father's warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn't really exist . . . does he? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781509804764 • Author: Julia Donaldson • Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24 • Dimensions: 15.4 x 2 x 19.2 cm

The Very Hungry Caterpillar, Eric Carle's world-famous simple, hopeful story has become the most read children's book in Britain. Its vivid collage illustrations are iconic, and it is a must have picture book for children. The bright and bold paperback makes it the ideal bedtime book for toddlers, with its die-cut pages and finger-sized holes, children can play and read along. Product Information:• ISBN: 9780140569322• Author: Eric Carle• Publisher: Penguin• Format: Paperback• Pages: 32• Dimensions: 21 x 29.5 x 0.5cm