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No matter how fast I ride, or where I run to, my brave lion stick with me ... my lion’s there, too! When they’re together, Leonora feels like she can do anything! Her big, brave lion looks out for her. But when, one day, they decide to climb the new dizzyingly high rocket slide at the playground, Leonora discovers that even lions get afraid, too. Can she summon the strength to be his lion this time? A one-of-a-kind friendship is brought to life with breathtaking, energetic artwork in this story of kindness, courage, and being there for one another. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529533668 • Author: Erika Meza • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 28.4 x 24.6 x 0.6 cm

Bustle through Panama City, trek up and down Delphi and dart across Quebec. Would you win in a frenetic race across the world? This is an action-packed puzzle book that challenges you to travel the world using only your wits and travel knowledge. It’s a fast-paced journey that immerses you in the thrilling adventure show, traversing continents and navigating obstacles. •    Embark on an extraordinary expedition Become part of the adventure in this exciting story-led quiz book that mirrors the peaks and valleys of the first three series. •    Follow the well-trodden paths Travel from London to Singapore, Mexico City to Ushuaia, and Vancouver to St. John’s, discovering the trails walked by the bold explorers on the show. •    Challenge yourself with a range of difficulties From easy brainteasers to more complex challenges, no stone is left unturned, echoing the diverse terrains across countries. •    Test your global knowledge How much did you learn from the show? Grapple with questions on the landmarks, architecture and fascinating cultures explored by the contestants. So grab your backpack, fasten your hiking boots, leave your phone at home, and get ready to race across the world! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780711298255 • Author: Roland Hall • Publisher: Quarto Publishing UK • Pages: 192

Mula is a very sleepy tiger. But with the help of a mischievous little Fly, Mula learns to wake up, get moving, and make her dreams come true! Mula and the Fly is a beautifully-illustrated picture book series that promotes mindfulness and provides young readers with a soft introduction to yoga. The fun characters and easy yoga poses promote a happy, healthy lifestyle and encourage young readers to relax and unwind. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836891048 • Author: Lauren Hoffmeier • Publisher: Sweet Cherry Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 25 x 24.9 x 0.5 cm

Jump into Alphaland and enjoy story time with the Alphablock T and his friends! Based on the popular stories and characters from the hit CBeebies show, this Alphablocks picture book features colourful illustrations, fun-to-say sentences and interactive activities. When Alphablock T gets stuck at the top of a tall hill, his friends rush along to help. Help the Alphablocks by copying sounds, following actions and reading simple words to finish the story... and save T from the hill! Read this fun, interactive book with your little learner to help them practise and develop key phonics skills, and get them ready for independent reading! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836890201 • Author: Alphablocks • Publisher: Sweet Cherry Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 21 x 21 x 0.4 cm

Imagine if an elephant came with you to school for a day! What might she get up to? She might be too loud for the library; elephants raise their trunks and trumpet very loudly when they talk! Discover amazing and unusual facts about elephants in this hilarious picture book. With humorous scenarios and everyday comparisons young readers can relate to, this is the perfect introduction into the life of a elephant. Jam-packed with animal facts and information, kids will love the friendly and colourful artwork in this delightful non-fiction book. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781802421156 • Author: Camilla de le Bédoyère & Aleksei Bitskoff • Publisher: Quarto Publishing UK • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24 • Dimensions: 25.3 x 23 x 1.1 cm

Meet a green-fingered family whose diverse community is bursting with love in this lushly illustrated and lyrical picture book. This beautiful and warmly-told story teaches us that love really does grow everywhere, in all shapes, forms and sizes. Through gentle, rhyming text and vibrant illustrations, feel the love in a close-knit family who grow plants and sell them in their local market, and discover the types of love that exist in the many homes of their diverse community. There are kisses from Dad, songs with Grandma, charity from neighbours and playtime with friends. There’s old love, new love and everything in between! But there’s a new kid who is not quite so sure... Can the gardeners’ daughter be brave and extend the love to him? Beautiful and characterful illustrations from the exceptionally talented Tisha Lee help bring this book to life, and the gentle rhyming text from Barry Timms helps underscore the message of kindness, charity and love. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836007043 • Author: Barry Timms & Tisha Lee • Publisher: Quarto Publishing UK • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32

Starting school can be a great adventure, but it can make you feel a bit nervous too. What will school be like? What will we do there? What if I miss Mummy? Do I have to go? Jane Porter answers all of these questions and more in this warm, witty and reassuring book for young children that explores everything they'll need to know before starting school. Marley, Maya, Theo, Akiko, Ella and Zakir are all getting ready to start school. Why not come along with them and see what it’s like? Illustrated with charming characters by Carolina Rabei, this is the perfect introduction to joining a new class. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529533620 • Author: Jane Porter & Carolina Rabei  • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd • Format: Paperback

After the mischievous little Fly helped Mula the sleepy tiger to wake up and get energized, they're back to help Svadi, a very snooty monkey, stop worrying about what others think! Give yoga a try with Mula and the Fly! Svadi is a very snooty monkey. But when he hears the jungle beat, Svadi stops worrying about how he looks. He is ready to move his hips and sing the song inside his heart! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836891055 • Author: Lauren Hoffmeier • Publisher: Sweet Cherry Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 25 x 24.9 x 0.6 cm

THE BRAND-NEW, HILARIOUS DIARY OF A WIMPY KID BOOK! In Hot Mess, book 19 of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series from #1 international bestselling author Jeff Kinney, Greg Heffley is in for a particularly awkward summer with his whole family. The pressure is building for Greg Heffley, who discovers that when you mix heaps of family, a tiny beach house, and sweltering heat, it’s a recipe for disaster. Speaking of recipes - the secret ingredients behind Gramma’s famous meatballs have been closely guarded for years. Can Greg unpack all of his family’s mysteries before their vacation is over? Or will he just stir the pot? This sidesplittingly relatable summer story is the funniest Wimpy Kid book yet! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241583180 • Author: Jeff Kinney • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 240 • Dimensions: 19.7 x 12.9 x 1.7 cm

Could a Penguin Ride a Bike?  provides a fun and informative introduction into the life of a penguin. By imagining animals in everyday scenarios, readers can learn about their size, diet and other features. For example, a penguin chick eats 200 fish a day - so imagine having one round for dinner!  Featuring superb illustrations and an engaging question and answer format, this title is extremely engaging and enjoybale. Could A Penguin Ride A Bike will be sure to keep young readers entertained whilst also helping them to understand and retain animal facts. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781802421132 • Author: Camilla de le Bédoyère & Aleksei Bitskoff • Publisher: Quarto Publishing UK • Format: Paperback • Pages: 24 • Dimensions: 25.3 x 23 x 0.5 cm

Join the Alphablocks for a big balloon adventure! Based on the popular stories and characters from the hit CBeebies show, this Alphablocks picture book features colourful illustrations, fun-to-say sentences and interactive activities. When Alphablocks I and N hold hands, they find themselves stuck inside a big red balloon. Oh no! How will they get out now? Help the friends by copying sounds, following actions and reading simple words to finish the story... and get out of the balloon before it floats away! Read this fun, interactive book with your little learner to help them practise and develop key phonics skills, and get them ready for independent Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836890249 • Author: Alphablocks • Publisher: Sweet Cherry Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 21 x 21 x 0.4 cm

Alphablock T is getting ready for a tip top tea party with his Alphablocks friends! Based on the popular stories and characters from the hit CBeebies show, this Alphablocks picture book features colourful illustrations, fun-to-say sentences and interactive activities. T loves his new top hat, but with a big gust of wind, the hat flies away. Whoosh! Help the Alphablocks by copying sounds, following actions and reading simple words to finish the story... and catch T’s hat before he gets to the tea party! Read this fun, interactive book with your little learner to help them practise and develop key phonics skills, and get them ready for independent reading! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836890256 • Author: Alphablocks • Publisher: Sweet Cherry Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 21 x 21 x 0.4 cm

Sometimes being small means you can be the biggest hero of all! Jamie and Abby are camping with Dad and they tell a bedtime story together. This story will star their favourites: a prince, a witch, a thief and some bears. "And the frog!" says Abby. This time there's a terrible giant who's stolen all the keys to the kingdom. No one can get into their homes! No one can start their horses! It's a real mess. Our heroes must sneak into the giant's castle and retrieve the keys. But when it comes to the crunch, only a tiny froggy hero, who's also a NINJA, can defeat the mighty giant! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529533644 • Author: Alastair Chisholm & Jez Tuya • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd • Format: Hardback • Pages: 40 • Dimensions: 28.8 x 24.8 x 0.4 cm

Rock 'n' roll never dies. But its stars do. When washed-up 80s rock legend Johnny Freestone is found dead in a cave off Scotland's North Coast 500 tourist route, it looks like a tragic accident another celebrity lost to a reckless lifestyle. But detective and secret Freestone fan Jack Logan is convinced he was murdered. As Logan delves into Johnny's final days, he uncovers a trail of bitter rivalries, broken promises, and a comeback tour that wasn't quite what it seemed. With the Highlands' rugged beauty as a backdrop, Logan must navigate a web of secrets and lies that stretch from music studios to old flames and find out who wanted Johnny silenced for good. The gripping next instalment in the DCI Jack Logan series, perfect for fans of Ian Rankin, Val McDermid and Stuart Macbride. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781835983027 • Author: JD Kirk • Publisher: Canelo Digital Publishing Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 352 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.3 cm

Who will win the Alphablocks race? Zooooom! Based on the popular stories and characters from the hit CBeebies show, this Alphablocks picture book features colourful illustrations, fun-to-say sentences and interactive activities. The vowels are racing through Alphaland. But they keep getting tired. Can some Word Magic creations help them make it to the finish line? Help the Alphablocks by copying sounds, following actions and reading simple words to finish the story... and see who wins the big vowel race! Read this fun, interactive book with your little learner to help them practise and develop key phonics skills, and get them ready for independent reading! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836890263 • Author: Alphablocks • Publisher: Sweet Cherry Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 21 x 21 x 0.4 cm

Meet the Alphablocks’ new friend: a curious cat! Based on the popular stories and characters from the hit CBeebies show, this Alphablocks picture book features colourful illustrations, fun-to-say sentences and interactive activities. The Alphablocks make a fluffy cat appear. But Alphablock A is allergic to the cat – and it won’t leave her alone. Achoo! Oh no! Help the friends by copying sounds, following actions and reading simple words to finish the story... and help A get away from the cat! Read this fun, interactive book with your little learner to help them practise and develop key phonics skills, and get them ready for independent reading! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781836890232 • Author: Alphablocks • Publisher: Sweet Cherry Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 21 x 21 x 0.4 cm

What is Gardener’s Almanac 2026 (National Trust) by Greg Loades about? A beautiful stocking filler Christmas gift for the gardener in your family. Information, inspiration, tips and trivia to help you make the most of your gardening year in 2026 Packed with new features and advice, the 2026 edition of this guide is a perfect gift for any gardener. Month by month, there’s timely gardening advice and information from the National Trust, together with inspiring writing and beautiful illustrations. Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008715793 • Author: Greg Loades • Publisher: Harper Collins Publishers • Format: Hardback • Pages: 224 • Dimensions: 18.4 x 11.7 x 2.2 cm

Rory the Racoon is very lucky indeed. He has four wonderful friends who each have their own special skill. But what is Rory's special skill? "Thank You for Being My Friend" is a heartwarming padded board book that follows Rory the Raccoon, a curious and kind-hearted little creature, on an adventure through the forest to discover his special friendship skill. Along the way, Rory visits his four best friends—each with their own unique qualities—and asks them to help him understand what makes him a great friend. Through this sweet and colorful story, children will learn about the importance of kindness, teamwork, and the diverse ways we all contribute to friendship. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, this delightful book is a beautiful way to celebrate the joys of friendship and the power of appreciation.  Product Information: • ISBN: 9780655239079 • Author: Em Bruce & Natalie Merheb  • Publisher: Lake Press • Format: Paperback

There was a green pea who swallowed a sprout. Without a doubt, a Brussels sprout. What's that about? This little pea is SO hungry! So hungry that he has swallowed a sprout, slurped down some soup, munched all the bread, wolfed down the pie, gobbled the cake, noshed all the pickle, guzzled the cheese (that made him sneeze), drank all the tea, and then, chomped up the table! And after ALL that, he needs to have a rest. But just WHOSE food was he eating? And WHOSE bed is he resting in? Cue ... one very grumpy, very hungry princess … with a taste for revenge. A highly imaginative modern retelling of fairy-tale classic, The Princess and the Pea, and much-loved nursery rhyme, There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly, with artwork that is both stylishly detailed and incredibly funny. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529533637 • Author: Leigh Hodgkinson  • Publisher: Walker Books Ltd • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 28.4 x 24.6 x 0.4 cm

A thrilling and heart-healing supernatural road trip featuring an extraordinary young girl and her two unlikely protectors. The Bones Beneath My Skin is a gripping tale that explores what it means to be human – by the bestselling author of The House in the Cerulean Sea, TJ Klune. In the spring of 1995, Nate Cartwright is at a loose end: his parents are dead, his older brother has disowned him and he’s been fired from his job. Looking for a sense of direction, he returns to his family’s summer cabin in Oregon. The cabin should be empty – but it’s not. Inside is a man named Alex and an extraordinary little girl who calls herself Artemis Darth Vader. There’s far more to Art than meets the eye. But as Nate and Alex bond over just how special she truly is, they discover that powerful forces are closing in – forces that want nothing more than to control her . . . There’s nothing more human than a broken heart. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781035002313 • Author: TJ Klune • Publisher: Macmillan Distribution Limited • Format: Paperback • Pages: 400 • Dimensions: 20.2 x 13.3 x 2.5 cm