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Begin your child's reading journey with an old favourite childrens book classic of once loved. Whether you want to kick start your child's adventures early with fantasy like Harry Potter or reminisce with Peter Rabbit and Friends, our childrens book classics have a story for all. Shop now and inspire a love for reading that will last a lifetime.

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Online Only! Get more for less with The Work’s expertly hand-picked Book Bundles. These are a collection of great quality products, grouped together to give you amazing value. Join your favourite lovable rogue, Hairy Maclary, and his four-footed friends in this hilarious 10 book collection! With unforgettable illustrations and a brilliant rhyming text, these classic tales are a true delight to read aloud again and again.  Title in this collection: • Hairy Maclary's Bone • Hairy Maclary's Hat Tricks • Hairy Maclary Shoo • Hairy Maclary Sit • Hairy Maclary And Zachary Quack • Hairy Maclary Scattercat • Hairy Maclary's Caterwaul Caper • Hairy Maclary's Showbusiness • Hairy Maclary's Rumpus at the Vet • Hairy Maclary from Donaldson's Dairy 10 of our favourite kids' picture books are reduced from £2 to only £1 each, as part of this fantastic bundle!  Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241527412 • Author: Lynley Dodd • Publisher: Penguin • Format: Paperback – Book Collection

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Online Only! Get more for less with The Work’s expertly hand-picked Book Bundles. These are a collection of great quality products, grouped together to give you amazing value. This collection of 10 books will delight children as the lovable pup, Kipper, celebrates his birthday, learns to look after a new pet and gets a little scared in the dark. Kids are sure to love these stories, their gentle charm and instinctive understanding of a child’s world make them the perfect tales to grow up with. Included in this title: • Kipper • Kipper’s New Pet • Hide me Kipper • Kipper’s Birthday • Kipper’s Toybox • One Year With Kipper • Kipper’s Beach Ball • Kipper’s Monster • Kipper’s Snowy Day • Kipper’s Little Friends 10 of our favourite kids picture books are reduced from £2, to only £1 each, as part of this fantastic bundle! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781444950731 • Author: Mick Inkpen • Publisher: Hachette Children’s Books • Format: Book Collection - Paperback

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Online Only! Get more for less with The Work’s expertly hand-picked Book Bundles. These are a collection of great quality products, grouped together to give you amazing value. 10 of our favourite kids picture books are reduced from £2, to only £1 each, as part of this fantastic bundle! Join Harry on all sorts of amazing adventures in this fantastic picture books bundle! From Going to School, the Museum, havingn Sleepovers to Harry and the Robots, this is the must-have collection for all Harry and the Dinosaurs fans! Included in this title: Harry and the Robots  Harry and the Dinosaurs: United Harry and the Dinosaurs Go Wild  Harry and the Dinosaurs at the Museum Harry and the Dinosaurs: Have a Happy Birthday Harry and the Dinosaurs Go to School  Harry and the Dinosaurs Say 'Raahh!' Harry and the Dinosaurs: First Sleepover  Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs Harry and the Dinosaurs Make a Splash Product Information: ISBN: 9780241510650 Author: Various Format: Paperback - Book Collection Dimensions: 25 x 22 x 2.5cm

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Online Only! Get more for less with The Work’s expertly hand-picked Book Bundles. These are a collection of great quality products, grouped together to give you amazing value. Enjoy 10 amazing picture books about Mr. Men and Little Miss! The lasting appeal of these classic books will ensure this collection takes pride of place on any child's bookshelf. Perfect for toddlers and children aged 2+. Title in this collection: • Worries • Try Again • Sharing • Find Calm • Feeling Sad • Be Yourself • Be Kind • All Different • Go to the Dentist • Go to School 10 of our favourite kids picture books are reduced from £2, to only £1 each, as part of this fantastic bundle! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780008651442 • Author: Roger Hargreaves • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers • Format: Paperback – Book Collection • Individual Book Dimensions:13.8 x 12.6 x 0.2 cm • Bundle Deminsion:14 x 12.5 x 3.5 cm

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The Snowman flies again in the follow-up to the Christmas classic. Billy and his mum have moved into a new house, but Billy isn't very full of Christmas cheer, as his beloved old dog has passed away. So when the snow falls and Billy starts to build a Snowman, he knows exactly what to do- he builds a Snowdog too! Later that night, something magical happens, taking Billy on the most wonderful Christmas adventure. The Snowman is the perfect festive read for ALL the family! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780241491560 • Author: Raymond Briggs • Publisher: Puffin • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 28.5 x 23.29 x 0.43 cm

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Enjoy the fantastic seasonal classic The Nutcracker in this fantastic picture book! Snuggle up this Christmas and explore the adventures of The Nutcracker. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781789583076 • Author: Imagine That Publishing • Publisher: Imagine That Publishing • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 25.4 x 25.4 x 0.5cm

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Cat wants to learn to cook. Will she find a book to help her in Acorn Library? Lift the flaps to find out, and then join Cat and all her friends for a special surprise! Lift the flaps and join in the fun with Cat's Cookbook, a new story in the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood preschool series by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781529034363 • Author: Julia Donaldson, Axel Scheffler • Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books • Format: Hardback • Pages: 12 • Dimensions: 20.7 x 16.9 x 1.9 cm

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A delightful tale of adventure and friendship by the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. One little snail longs to see the world and hitches a lift on the tail of an enormous whale. Together they go on an amazing journey, past icebergs and volcanoes, sharks and penguins, and the little snail feels so small in the vastness of the world. But when disaster strikes and the whale is beached in a bay, it's the tiny snail's big plan that saves the day. This edition features the classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small!  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781509812523 • Author: Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler • Publisher:  Macmillan Children's Books • Format:  Paperback   • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  23.5 x 30.5 x 1.1 cm

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This edition features a captivating classic story with a stunning, redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small! The witch and her cat fly happily over forests, rivers and mountains on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch's hat, bow and wand. Luckily, they are retrieved by a dog, a bird and a frog, who are all keen for a ride on the broom. It's a case of the more, the merrier, but the broomstick isn't used to such a heavy load and it's not long before… SNAP! It breaks in two! And with a greedy dragon looking for a snack, the witch's animal pals better think fast.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781509804771 • Author:  Julia Donaldson & Axel Scheffler • Publisher:  Macmillan Children's Books • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  30.5 x 23.9 x 0.4 cm

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A timeless classic about Sophie and her extraordinary teatime guest, a story that is enjoyed and beloved by generations of children! Now an award-winning animation. The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be? What they certainly don't expect to see at the door is a big furry, stripy tiger! This warm and funny picture book story is perfect for reading aloud, or for small children to read to themselves time and again.  The magic begins at teatime!  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9780007215997 • Author:  Judith Kerr • Publisher:  Harper Collins Children’s Books • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  28 x 0.4 x 22 cm

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Mrs Large is feeling a tiny bit wibbly-wobbly - so decides to put the whole family on a diet! Biscuits and crisps are out, healthy meals and jogs are in. But for hungry elephants, dieting is definitely not a piece of cake... Just what will happen when Granny sends them something delicious in the post? Product Information: • ISBN: 9781844285266 • Author: Jill Murphy • Publisher: Walker Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 21.4 x 26 x 0.3cm

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A book that celebrates being yourself, family and friendship… Meet Wildebeest and Warthog, Spotted Hyena, Lappet-Faced Vulture and Marabou Stork. People call them the Ugly Five . . . but are they really? Inspired by the real-life Ugly Five safari animals, this gorgeous picture book is a celebration of animals who are often rather unloved.   Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781407184630 • Author:  Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler • Publisher:  Alison Green Books • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:   22.9 x 0.4 x 30 cm

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A modern picture-book classic - there's never a dull moment with the Large family! Mr and Mrs Large are getting ready for the office dinner-dance. But with Lester, Laura, Luke and the baby around, they'll be lucky to get out of the house all in one piece! The perfect read for you and your little one at story-time! Product Information: • ISBN: 9781844285341 • Author: Jill Murphy • Publisher: Walker Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 30 • Dimensions: 21.4 x 26 x 0.3cm

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'Meet the Flying Doctors - a dragon, knight and girl. Their names are Gadabout the Great, and Zog, and Princess Pearl.' Princess Pearl, Sir Gadabout and their trusty 'air ambulance', Zog the dragon fly around tending a sunburnt mermaid, a distressed unicorn and a sneezy lion. But should princesses really be doctors? Pearl's uncle, the King, doesn't think so - until he himself falls ill, and only Pearl knows how to cure him. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781407173504 • Author: Julia Donaldson • Publisher: Alison Green Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 32 • Dimensions: 20.7 x 27.9 x 0.3cm

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Never fear Superworm is here – and he’s wiggling to the rescue!  Super-long and super-strong, Superworm is always on hand to help animals and insects in need. But what will happen when Superworm is captured by the wicked Wizard Lizard and Crow? Luckily, Superworm’s friends have a cunning plan... This story about friendship, bravery and teamwork will leave a smile on your face!  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781407170725 • Author:  Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler  • Publisher:  Alison Green Books • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32  • Dimensions:  22.4 x 25.3 x 0.5 cm

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The Heffleys are off on a road trip! The chances of survival are ... quite small to be honest. Greg's idea of a good summer is air conditioning and lounging in front of the television. But his mum has different plans, and now his family are having an "authentic" summer, trapped together on a road trip. And Greg's soon battling petrol-station bathrooms, crazed seagulls, a fender bender and a runaway pig. But even the worst road trip can turn into an adventure - and this is going to be one that the Heffleys will never forget! Product Information: • ISBN: 9780141354224 • Author: Jeff Kinney • Publisher: Puffin • Format: Paperback • Pages: 240 • Dimensions: 19.56 x 12.9 x 1.6cm

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The enchanting international bestseller. This gorgeous picture book has become a modern classic. The story of Little Nutbrown Hare and Big Nutbrown Hare trying to express how much they love each other is one which has captivated adults and children the world over.  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781406300406 • Author:  Sam McBratney • Publisher:  Walker Books • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  24 x 0.5 x 27 cm

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The Triwizard Tournament is to be held at Hogwarts. Only wizards who are over seventeen are allowed to enter - but that doesn't stop Harry dreaming that he will win the competition.  Then at Hallowe'en, when the Goblet of Fire makes its selection, Harry is amazed to find his name is one of those that the magical cup picks out. He will face death-defying tasks, dragons, and dark wizards, but with the help of his best friends, Ron and Hermione, he might just make it through - alive!  Product Information: • ISBN: 9781408855683 • Author: J.K. Rowling • Publisher: Bloomsbury Children’s Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 640 • Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 4.1cm

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When Dumbledore arrives at Privet Drive one summer night to collect Harry Potter, his wand hand is blackened and shrivelled, but he does not reveal why. Secrets and suspicion are spreading through the wizarding world, and Hogwarts itself is not safe. Harry is convinced that Malfoy bears the Dark Mark: there is a Death Eater amongst them. Harry will need powerful magic and true friends as he explores Voldemort's darkest secrets, and Dumbledore prepares him to face his destiny. A new edition of the classic and internationally bestselling, multi-award-winning series. With huge child appeal, to bring Harry Potter to the next generation of readers. It's time to pass the magic on. Product Information: • ISBN: 9781408855706 • Author: J.K. Rowling • Publisher: Bloomsbury Children's Books • Format: Paperback • Pages: 560 • Dimensions: 19.5 x 12.6 x 3.6 cm

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The Mr Men and Little Miss are celebrating Diwali! The five-day festival of lights is celebrated by millions of people across the world and the Mr Men and Little Miss can't wait to join in. They're busy cleaning their homes, creating Rangolis, lighting lamps and enjoying all the festivities, including large feasts that Mr Greedy is particularly looking forward to. It's going to be a busy five days of light and laughter!  Product Information:  • ISBN:  9781405299374 • Author:   Roger Hargreaves & Adam Hargreaves • Publisher:  HarperCollins Publishers • Format:  Paperback • Pages:  32 • Dimensions:  25 x 23 x 0.7 cm

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