9-12 Year Old Books

Welcome to Nikki Maxwell's aDORKable world and Nikki's BRAND NEW ADVENTURE in the mega-selling Dork Diaries series - now with over 50 million copies in print worldwide! Oh la la! Nikki and her band are invited to Paris for a super cool photoshoot - it's a dream come true! Nikki can't wait to learn new art styles, practice her French and explore the most romantic city in the world with her crush Brandon. But when MacKenzie starts to stir trouble and invites old friend André to be their tour guide, the drama starts. Can Nikki still enjoy her dream vacay, or will it become a dorky disaster? Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781471196836 • Author: Rachel Renée Russell • Publisher:  Simon & Schuster UK • Format:  Hardback • Pages:  368 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 13 x 2.3 cm

Join Ash and friends for another action-packed Pokémon adventure for the ultimate Pokémon face-off! The latest adventure with Ash and Pikachu! Can you read them all? Titles in this collection: • Ash's Big Challenge • Pokemon Peril • The Orange League • Scyther vs Charizard • Race to Danger • Snow Time! • Power Up Psyduck • The Winner's Cup • The Pokemon School • Adventures on Treasure Island • Old Friends New Battles • The Catxorita Challenge • A New Beginning • Over 70 Puzzles to Solve • Mini Mazes This is the perfect gift for Pokemon fans old and new. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008644079 • Author: Pokémon • Publisher: Orchard Books Ltd • Format: Box Set

Join Percy Jackson on his adventures as he learns he's not just any ordinary kid but the son of Poseidon, Greek God of the sea. Blending modern day with ancient mythology, this story collection will fill you with wonder and excitement! Titles in this collection: • Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief • Percy Jackson and the Sea of Monsters • Percy Jackson and the Titan's Curse • Percy Jackson and the Battle of the Labyrinth • Percy Jackson and the Last Olympian The first 2 instalments of the Percy Jackson series have also been made into feature-length movies that starred Logan Lerman, Brandon T. Jackson and Alexandra Daddario. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780141362694 • Format: Book Collection - Paperback • Author: Rick Riordan • Publisher: Penguin • Dimensions: 21 x 13 x 10 cm

Discover the world of Shakespeare with these brilliant retellings of sixteen of the Bard's best-loved plays! This brilliant collection features more Shakespeare Stories than ever before, from the tragedy of 'Macbeth' and the epic 'The Tempest', through to the humour of 'Much Ado About Nothing'. Providing an excellent introduction to Shakespeare for younger readers, this wonderful set with engaging illustrations is perfect for those over the age of 6 years. Included in this title:• The Taming of the Shrew• The Merchant of Venice• King Lear• Julius Caesar• Much Ado About Nothing• As You Like It• Richard III• Othello, and much more!Product Information:• ISBN: 9781408344897• Author: Andrew Matthews and Tony Ross• Publisher: Orchard Books• Format: Paperback• Dimensions: 19.7 x 13 x 9cm

Twins Arthur and Rose can’t wait to go back to Roar, the fantasy world on the other side of grandad’s attic. Roar is a land of dragons, mermaids, unicorns, ninja wizards and where anything they can imagine can be real. But when they return there’s no time for exploring, because a message arrives from their scarecrow enemy, Crowky. What’s in the box? The Box would always contain the things that scared the twins most - and if Crowky gets hold of it, Roar could be in more danger than ever. But will they get to the box before Crowky does? And if it opens, what will they see? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781405295024 • Author: Jenny McLachlan, Ben Mantle • Publisher: Egmont • Format: Paperback • Pages: 320 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.6 cm

Enjoy this 4-book set of David Owen’s Alex Neptune series! Includes: • Alex Neptune: Dragon Thief • Alex Neptune: Pirate Hunter • Alex Neptune: Monster Avenger • Alex Neptune: Zombie Fighter Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836044666 • Author: David Owen • Publisher: Usborne Publishing • Format: Box Set

Since the world fell sick with fantastical illnesses, sisters Payton and Ani have grown up in the hospital of King Jude's.  Payton wants to be a methic like her father, working on a cure for her mother's sleeping fever. Ani, however, thinks the remedy for all illness might be found in the green wilderness beyond the hospital walls. When Ani stumbles upon an imprisoned boy who turns everything he touches to gold, her world is turned upside-down. The girls find themselves outside the hospital for the first time, a dark mystery unravelling... The first teen novel from Angharad Walker, author of critically-acclaimed The Ash House Angharad's writing evokes the clever, unique world-building and philosophical themes of Pullman's His Dark Materials while remaining startlingly original. The story follows two sisters in a London-inspired city full of fantastical illness and sprawling, gothic hospitals where dark secrets linger beneath the surface. Product Information:  • ISBN: 9781912626984 • Author: Angharad Walker • Publisher: Chicken House Ltd • Format:  Paperback • Pages: 336 • Dimensions: 19.8 X 14.7 X 2.4cm

Dog Man and Petey face their biggest challenges yet in the tenth Dog Man book from worldwide bestselling author and illustrator Dav Pilkey - now available in paperback. Dog Man is down on his luck, Petey confronts his not so purr-fect past, and Grampa is up to no good. The world is spinningout of control as new villains spill into town. Everything seems dark and full of despair. But hope is not lost. Can the incredible power of love save the day? Product Information: • ISBN: 9780702313493 • Author: Dav Pilkey • Publisher: Scholastic • Format: Paperback • Pages: 224 • Dimensions: 21.1 x 15 x 1.4 cm

Greetings to you, the lucky finder of this Gold Ticket from Mr Willy Wonka! Tremendous things are in store for you! Charlie Bucket's life is about to change forever, thanks to one miraculous moment! Willy Wonka, chocolate maker extraordinaire, has hidden five golden tickets in five ordinary bars of chocolate, and any child who finds one will get the chance to visit his incredible factory. And Charlie has found one...But so have...  Augustus Gloop, a glutton for chocolate, Veruca Salt - a spoiled and selfish brat, Violet Beauregarde - a repulsive gum-chewer & Mike Teavee - a television fiend. With a chocolate river, delectable confectionery and mysterious Oompa Loompas, Mr Wonka's factory is the most wondrous place Charlie has ever seen.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780241558324 • Author:   Roald Dahl • Publisher:  Puffin • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  336 • Dimensions:  20.3 x 13.3 x 2.17 cm

The much-loved Roald Dahl story, updated for a whole new generation of readers with an exciting new interior design and cover look. These books gave Matilda a hopeful and comforting message: you are not alone. Matilda is a brilliant child with a magical mind. But her parents have decided she's just a nuisance who wastes too much time on reading and stories. And her headmistress Miss Trunchbull is a terrible bully, who thinks children are rotten and awful and should be locked up. Now it's time for Matilda to find the power to change her story, and show them just how extraordinary children can be . . . Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241558317 • Author: Roald Dahl • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 384 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.5 cm

A magical adventure rooted in Muslim culture and tradition, Nura and the Immortal Palace follows a young girl’s journey from modern-day Pakistan into the world of the jinn. Nura has worked all her life in the mica mines, earning just enough to keep her family afloat – and enjoy the odd delicious gulab jamun from the market. Some day she’s going to find the Demon’s Tongue, a legendary treasure buried deep in the mines, and her family will never have to worry about money again. But when a terrible accident buries her best friend below ground, Nura goes in search of him and passes over into the magical and terrible world of the jinn. Across a pink sea and under a purple sky, she finds her way to a palace, where great riches and a whole new life are on offer. But it’s not long before Nura discovers this world to be as unfair as the real one, and that trickster jinns will always live up to their reputation… Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529503494 • Author: M. T. Khan • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd • Pages: 272 • Format: Paperback • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.9 cm

Escape to Hogwarts with the unmissable series that has sparked a lifelong reading journey for children and families all over the world. The magic starts here. Harry Potter has never even heard of Hogwarts when the letters start dropping on the doormat at number four, Privet Drive. Addressed in green ink on yellowish parchment with a purple seal, they are swiftly confiscated by his grisly aunt and uncle. Then, on Harry's eleventh birthday, a great beetle-eyed giant of a man called Rubeus Hagrid bursts in with some astonishing news: Harry Potter is a wizard, and he has a place at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. The magic starts here! These editions of the classic and internationally bestselling Harry Potter series are the perfect starting point for anyone who's ready to lose themselves in the greatest children's story of all time. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781408855652 • Author: J.K. Rowling • Publisher: Bloomsbury Children's Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 352 • Dimensions: 19.7 x 12.9 x 2.3 cm

Get ready to ride the Jungle Cruise with Mickey Mouse, get spooked at the Haunted Mansion with Goofy, and sample delicious popcorn with Donald Duck! With over 90 images to colour, this beautiful book really does bring the magic of Disneyland in California to life! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781838523657 • Author: Igloo Books • Publisher: Autumn • Format: Paperback • Pages: 96 • Dimensions: 29.5 x 21 x 1.2 cm

Philosophy is a way of thinking about just about anything.  It asks big questions, such as "how can I be good?" or "what makes something beautiful?" Using lively examples, humorous illustrations and simple thought experiments, this book opens up the world of philosophy to children and adults with enquiring minds.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781474950886 • Author:  Rachel Firth, Minna Lacey & Jordan Akpojaro • Publisher:  Usborne Publishing • Format:  Hardback • Pages:  128 • Dimensions:  24.8 x 17.4 x 0.9 cm

Inspired by a true story, this is the beautifully written tale of how a mighty gorilla wins his freedom. A winning blend of humour and poignancy that will appeal to fans of Michael Morpurgo. Ivan is an easy-going gorilla who has spent his life performing for the crowds at the Exit 8 shopping mall. He rarely misses life in the jungle. In fact, he hardly thinks about it at all. But everything changes when a baby elephant called Ruby arrives and Ivan realises he must find a new life for them both. Told from Ivan’s perspective, this is a stand-out novel with a pertinent message, ideal for readers of 9+. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780007455331 • Author: Katherine Applegate • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Paperback • Pages: 256 • Dimensions: 19.71 x 13 x 1.63 cm

Celebrate Disney's most iconic female characters in this wonderful collection of art to colour! From the bravery of Mulan to the perseverance of Moana, this book is dedicated to the Disney characters who take their dreams into their own hands. With over 90 detailed images, find your own inspiration in this empowering colouring book.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781803686837 • Author: Walt Disney • Publisher:  Autumn • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  96 • Dimensions:  21 x 1.2 x 29.7 cm

An informative introduction to the world of money, covering everything from bank accounts, earning and borrowing to government spending, taxes and inflation.  With bright, infographic pictures, a detailed glossary and links to specially selected websites where you can visit a virtual bank, see money from around the world and more.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781474958233 • Author:  Matthew Oldham & Eddie Reynolds • Publisher:  Usborne Publishing • Format:  Hardback • Pages:  96 • Dimensions:  24.4 x 17.6 x 0.8 cm

A cool kit to build your own dinosaur and discover what made T. rex the terror of its time. Combine learning with fun and build your own T. rex model, with this kit for 9-12 year olds based on a real T. rex skeleton. Children will love to learn about the mighty T. rex, as they build this 70cm-long model that’s easy to put together. Whilst assembling, they can read the accompanying book that is jam-packed with facts. Each page looks at a different part of the mighty T.rex as you piece it together, building your dinosaur know-how along the way. This exciting make-your-own dinosaur kit offers: • A model built of 80 sturdy “bones” that stands 30 cm tall and 70 cm long. • An easy to assemble kit – no need for glue, the pieces just slot together following the step-by-step instructions. • A book to learn as you build, packed with facts about this fearsome predator – its anatomy, behaviour, and habitat. • All the latest information and theories and information about T.rex, including its behaviour and whether it had feathers. Starting with the base, step-by-step photographic instructions clearly show how each stage of the model slots together. At the same time, you learn about the Cretaceous world, fossils, and paleontology. Moving onto the legs and feet, discover facts about claws, muscles, the tail, and stance. As you continue to build the model, you’ll also learn about dinosaur behaviour, speed, teeth, diet, fearsome hunting techniques, raising young, and defense. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241658956 • Author: Penguin DK (Dorling Kindersley) • Publisher: Penguin DK (Dorling Kindersley) • Format: Hardback • Dimensions: 24 x 19.4 x 4.5cm

Greg Heffley and his family are getting out of town in the twelfth instalment of Jeff Kinney's bestselling series. With the cold weather setting in and the stress of the Christmas holiday approaching, the Heffleys decide to escape to a tropical island resort for some much-needed rest and relaxation. A few days in paradise should do wonders for Greg and his frazzled family. But they soon discover that paradise isn't everything it's cracked up to be. Sun-poisoning, stomach troubles and venomous creatures all threaten to ruin the family's vacation. Product Information:• ISBN: 9780141385259• Author: Jeff Kinney• Publisher: Penguin• Format: Paperback• Pages: 217• Dimensions: 20 x 13 x 1.5cm

Sing your heart out with a whole choir of characters, in the showstopping new picture book from number one bestselling author David Walliams, illustrated by the artistic genius, Tony Ross! There's more than one star of the show… In fact, there's a whole choir of them! Warble the walrus LOVES to sing. Unfortunately, she is not very good at it! And when her atrocious warbling causes an avalanche, the other walruses leave her all alone. But when you SING like no-one is listening, SOMETIMES, they start to hear you… Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780008541958 • Author: David Walliams • Publisher:  HarperCollinsChildren’sBooks • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  30 • Dimensions: 26.9 x 26.9 x 1 cm