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By Heather Amery (Author), Stephen Cartwright (Illustrator)

This delightful picture book version of the traditional story of Rumpelstiltskin has been specially written for children who are just beginning to read. Stephen Cartwright's charming illustrations will inspire young readers as well as giving clues to the words and their meaning. This is an Accelerated Reader title. Accelerated Reader (AR) is the world's most popular reading management software. Used in nearly 60,000 schools, Accelerated Reader provides teachers with an easy and effective way to monitor all forms of guided reading practice. 16 pages.

By Heather Amery (Author), Stephen Cartwright (Illustrator)

These are six gorgeous additions to the new "Usborne Sticker Stories" series, which combine a storybook, sticker book and puzzle book in one. Each title takes as its subject a traditional fairytale that is retold for young children in amusing and utterly captivating fashion. They are illustrated with inimitable flair by Stephen Cartwright, one of Usborne's most popular artists who also illustrated the phenomenally successful "Farmyard" Tales series. Each book contains over fifty stickers that can be used throughout the story to replace key words and help young children build their vocabulary.

by Alastair Smith (Author), John Butler (Illustrator)

As they lift the flaps in this beautiful book, children will see what animals do while people are asleep. Cats prowl, mice scuttle, owls swoop, and bats flutter across the pages, capturing the night-time atmosphere in different environments from backyard to rainforest.

by Heather Amery (Author), S. Cartwright (Illustrator)

Charming picture book of six classic fairy tales (Cinderella, The Story of Rumpelstiltskin, Little Red Riding Hood, Sleeping Beauty, Goldilocks and the Three Bears & Three Little Pigs). Dual-level text, on each page a simple line for beginner readers and a more complex one which can be read aloud by an adult or reading child. Age 2+

Publisher: Grolier Books (January 1, 2001)

Marvelous tale retold from H.G.W. inspiration.

by Ladybird (Author)

Topsy and Tim are always finding fun adventures in the real world, and this story is reassuring for young children having first experiences of their own. Going to the swimming pool for the first time can be daunting but Topsy and Tim are having fun! Follow the twins on their adventures as they have lessons, learn to swim without their armbands and take part in a swimming competition. A trusted and well-loved pair who can help guide parents and children through 'first experiences', Topsy and Tim books have been beautifully updated with contemporary artwork. Topsy & Tim remain instantly recognisable to parents while in a fresh style that will appeal to a new generation of fans. Re-launching in April 2008 with the bestselling titles Learning to Swim, The New Baby, Start School, Go on an Aeroplane, Go Green and Have a Birthday Party these wonderful books deserve a place on the bookshelves of the next generation.

by Sarah Hayes (Author), Helen Craig (Illustrator)

The boy, the bear and the dog are the best of friends. But one day the bear gets lost and has to be searched for high and low.

by Shirley Hughes (Author, Illustrator)

When Dave loses his favorite toy, Dogger, he is very sad. But when Dogger turns up for sale at the neighborhood fair, everything seems all right—until someone else buys him before Dave can get the money! Filled with humor and Shirley Hughes’s artful touch, this is a book for young readers to tackle by themselves, as well as a delight to read aloud.

by Tara Jaye Morrow (Author), Aaron Boyd (Illustrator)

For Panda, Valentine's Day means making the best card ever for his Mama-one that's pretty and fun and with lots of love inside, just like her. But nothing he does works out quite right: the heart's uneven, the red ribbon tears, and the beads won't glue. Then Mama shows him: it's the love you share that really makes a card-and Valentine's Day-special.

by Disney Book Group (Author)

Pirates everywhere are in danger as the East India Trading Company sets the ruthless Davy Jones on them. Captain Jack Sparrow, Elizabeth Swann, Will Turner, and the rest of the Pirates of the Caribbean crew must unite all of the Seven Seas' pirates to make one last stand...or lose their way of life forever. Featuring dialogue and sound effects straight from the film, this storybook and CD lets readers relive the action and excitement of Pirates of the Caribbean: At World's End.

by N. B. Grace (Author)

Until Troy met Gabriella, his big dream was to win the basketball championship. But ever since they sang karaoke together on New Years Eve, Troy cant get his mind off trying out for the lead role in the school musicalwith Gabriella as his partner! Gabriella is struggling too. The Scholastic Decathlon team could really use her help, but it would be fun to sing with Troy again. All their friends say its a bad idea and that Troy and Gabriella should stick to the status quo. In their hearts, Troy and Gabriella know theyve got the talent to play the lead roles in the musical, so why is everyone standing in their way? Will Troy and Gabriella follow their dreams of being on the stage? Or will they have to give it all up so that they can lead their teams to victory?

by Alexander Irvine (Author)

They're back and more powerful than ever. The classic '90s superhero team gets a massive reboot in a highly anticipated motion picture release. This movie tie-in novel tells the story of five unlikely teens tasked with saving the world from alien forces. Told in thrilling detail with exclusive content, this novel keeps movie fans rooted in the action long after the credits roll.

By Lois Lowry (Author)

"The Giver is a 1993 American Young-adult fiction-Dystopian novel by Lois Lowry. It is set in a society which at first appears as a utopian society but then later revealed to be a dystopian one as the story progresses." (Wikipedia)

Bby Gary Paulsen (Author)

This award-winning contemporary classic is the survival story with which all others are compared—and a page-turning, heart-stopping adventure, recipient of the Newbery Honor. Thirteen-year-old Brian Robeson is on his way to visit his father when the single-engine plane in which he is flying crashes. Suddenly, Brian finds himself alone in the Canadian wilderness with nothing but a tattered Windbreaker and the hatchet his mother gave him as a present—and the dreadful secret that has been tearing him apart since his parent’s divorce. But now Brian has no time for anger, self pity, or despair—it will take all his know-how and determination, and more courage than he knew he possessed, to survive.

by Jane Paley (Author)

Here comes Hooper, one plucky, spunky dog whose warm spirit and goofy personality are irresistible. Hooper tells his own dramatic rescue tale after being left homeless in the wake of Hurricane Katrina and taking a daring trip from New Orleans to New York to meet his new family. He tells of the terrifying force of Katrina, his trials in the shelter, and being the new dog on the block in a city far from home. As Hooper struggles to find his place, he learns to overcome his fear of water and faces down feisty squirrels as well as the resident bully and top dog in his new neighborhood. In a moving tale of adventure and triumph based on a true story, meet this tenacious puppy who makes an incredible journey in search of home.

by RH Disney (Author), Al Dempster (Illustrator)

Peter Pan and his fairy friend Tinker Bell are back in this vintage Little Golden Book! Featuring gorgeous illustrations from 1952, this children's classic is being reissued just in time for the release of Walt Disney's Peter Pan Platinum Edition DVD.

Author: Jane Bingham

Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd (August 27, 2004) Language: English

by Judy Hindley (Author), Philippa Wingate (Editor)

Take a journey back in time to the year 1240 to meet Baron Godfrey and his family, knights and servants. Watch a cathedral being built, see how a squire becomes a knight and read the adventures of soldiers returning from a Crusade. Lively text and cartoon-style artwork bring the characters to life and show what it was really like to live in medieval times.

by Andy Dixon (Author)

The King Arthur legend is brought to life in this illustrated interactive fantasy which offers readers the chance to become a Knight of the Round Table. Each scene has mysteries to solve and visual clues to help the reader on their quest.'

by Anna Claybourne (Author)

Hardcover: 64 pages Publisher: Usborne Publishing Ltd (2006) Language: English

Publisher: KINGFISHER BOOKS

Stunning artwork depicts the lives and daredevil raids of famous pirates such as Blackbeard, Madame Cheng, and Captain Kidd, while clever cutaways and authoritative text reveal the day-to-day life on board their ships. This is the perfect book for young swashbucklers!

by Arcturus Publishing (Author), Mr. Paul Harrison (Author), Lisa Miles (Author)

Slip on the 3-D glasses and prepare yourself to see things like never before! 3-D Thrillers are packed with facts that kids want to know about some of their favorite creatures, along with amazing images that leap right off the page!

by Ms. Kay Woodward (Author)

There are worlds beyond our own--the Compass will show the way . . . Created especially with younger readers in mind, this book will use simple words and basic sentence structure to introduce the characters of the story.

by Lucy Richards (Author, Illustrator)

One night at bedtime, Rory's mother tells him all about the "magic sky." The little polar bear is so excited to see it. But how long will he have to wait? The magic sky that Rory sees is a real phenomenon. It is called the Aurora Borealis or Northern Lights and can be seen in the Arctic and far northern hemisphere. The dazzling lights appear to move across the sky like natural fireworks. As they turn the pages of The Magic Sky, children will delight in the loveable polar bears and marvel at the glittering rainbow colors of the Arctic light show.

by Katie Daynes (Author), David Hancock (Illustrator)

A fantastic new flap book, which takes a humorous yet historically accurate look at life in a Thirteenth Century medieval castle. Inventive embedded flaps on each double-page spread allow children to explore the hidden world of the castle, peeking inside stables, tents, and carriages along the way.

by Thomas R. Martin (Author)

In this compact yet comprehensive history of ancient Greece, Thomas R. Martin brings alive Greek civilization from its Stone Age roots to the fourth century B.C. Focusing on the development of the Greek city-state and the society, culture, and architecture of Athens in its Golden Age, Martin integrates political, military, social, and cultural history in a book that will appeal to students and general readers alike. Now in its second edition, this classic work now features new maps and illustrations, a new introduction, and updates throughout.

by DK (Author)

A small touch and feel book full of cuddly bunnies and other soft animals, this is a gift your little one is sure to adore. This USA Today bestselling board book encourages tiny fingers to explore and develop fine motor skills while building an early language foundation. Babies will meet adorable puppies, kittens, penguins, and other animals throughout the pages of the book. Filled with real-life animal photographs featuring touch-and-feel textures that help children develop their knowledge while increasing their use of senses, Baby Touch and Feel: Animals is the perfect size for small hands. Its padded cover can withstand biting and throwing while its thick sturdy board pages won't tear. Your baby can practice animal recognition and perfect animal noises while touching the novelty textures on the pages. With more than one million copies sold, Baby Touch and Feel: Animals is the perfect book for your child's bookshelf.

by DK (Author)

This top-selling dictionary featuring 35,000 updated words, phrases, images, and authoritative content from Merriam-Webster is a must-have resource for elementary school children. This new edition of DK's Merriam-Webster Children's Dictionary has a fresh design with color-coded page borders for each letter of the alphabet, and modern photographs and illustrations that give a lively, accessible look at the entries. Each entry is fully explained with its definition, usage, examples, and notes on spelling and punctuation. Word senses have been refreshed to reflect modern usage, and maps and country statistics have been updated to include new countries, cities, borders, and flags. Merriam-Webster Children's Dictionary is an excellent visual reference resource for kids to have on-hand as they work through school assignments and learn important research skills.

by Andrew Clements (Author)

Benjamin Pratt’s school is about to become the site of a new amusement park. It sounds like a dream come true! But lately, Ben has been wondering if he’s going to like an amusement park in the middle of his town—with all the buses and traffic and eight dollar slices of pizza. It’s going to change everything.

by Holly Black (Author), Tony DiTerlizzi (Author, Illustrator)

After finding a mysterious, handmade field guide in the attic of the ramshackle old mansion they’ve just moved into, Jared; his twin brother, Simon; and their older sister, Mallory, discover that there’s a magical and maybe dangerous world existing parallel to our own—the world of faerie. The Grace children want to share their story, but the faeries will do everything possible to stop them...

by RH Disney (Author, Illustrator)

Based on Walt Disney's animated classic, this vintage Little Golden Book from 1951 retells the story of Alice’s wild adventures in Wonderland.

by RH Disney (Author, Illustrator)

Now new and old fans can relive the magic of Walt Disney's classic Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs as it is retold in a beautiful full-color Little Golden Book!

by Karen Kingsbury (Author)

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Karen Kingsbury comes a new book featuring everyone’s favorite family—the Baxters, which tells the story of how John and Elizabeth first fell in love.Whether you’re meeting the Baxter family for the first time or finding them all over again, Love Story will stir your heart and remind you of the generational impact of love and the eternal bond of family.

by Bree Wolf (Author)

When Rose Lawson meets a handsome, and yet intelligent man in the British Museum, she quickly fancies herself in love. However, upon learning the man's name, anger boils within her. She has heard his name before. She knows who he is, and she knows that he is the devil incarnate.If only her heart and mind didn't disagree so strongly, she could hate him with all the passion she possesses....and he deserves. Will Charles be able to win Rose's heart without betraying his brother? Will his brother stand idly by and watch as Charles loses the woman he loves in order to keep his secret?

by RH Disney (Author, Illustrator)

A story of love that won't let go - no matter what! California’s gold country, 1850. A time when men sold their souls for a bag of gold and women sold their bodies for a place to sleep. Angel expects nothing from men but betrayal. Sold into prostitution as a child, she survives by keeping her hatred alive. And what she hates most are the men who use her, leaving her empty and dead inside. Then she meets Michael Hosea, a man who seeks his Father’s heart in everything. Michael obeys God’s call to marry Angel and to love her unconditionally. Slowly, day by day, he defies Angel’s every bitter expectation, until despite her resistance, her frozen heart begins to thaw. But with her unexpected softening comes overwhelming feelings of unworthiness and fear. And so Angel runs. Back to the darkness, away from her husband’s pursuing love, terrified of the truth she no longer can deny: Her final healing must come from the One who loves her even more than Michael does…the One who will never let her go. A powerful retelling of the story of Gomer and Hosea, Redeeming Love is a life-changing story of God’s unconditional, redemptive, all-consuming love.

by Julia London (Author)

Mia Lassiter is thrilled to finally put her artistic skills to use working for her aunt’s interior design shop in her hometown of East Beach. While renovating an old mansion overlooking stunning Lake Haven, she encounters a scruffy but attractive man named Brennan—the owner’s son. She doesn’t realize this sexy recluse is actually Everett Alden, the world-famous rock star in hiding who’s nursing his own artistic and personal crises.As their personalities clash, tension simmers between the struggling artist and jaded musician, and their time spent alone together in the gorgeous old house only serves to turn up the heat. Soon, Mia and Brennan’s creative passions boil over to inspire passions of another kind… But reality comes crashing in when Mia’s celeb-obsessed cousin discovers Brennan’s true identity—and reveals it to the world. As paparazzi swarm the mansion, Brennan is thrust back into his rock star lifestyle. Will Mia lose her soul mate just when she’s finally found him? Can their love survive the glaring spotlight?

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Mr. Tickle's long arms are perfect for tickling people err inopportune moments!

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

They're back! Rediscover the zaniest characters you've ever met in this best-selling series which has sold millions worldwide. Bright and charming, with easily recognizable characters and a small take-along format, Mr. Men and Little Miss books are easy enough for young readers, witty enough for humor-prone adults, and highly collectible for one and all. Also check your local listings to view the Mr. Men & Little Miss TV show.

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Little Miss Star is not the famous star she'd like to be just yet, but that's all about to change!

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Mr. Birthday is very good at organizing birthday parties. He likes to make sure that everyone he knows has a party on his or her birthday. But there seems to be an important birthday coming up that Mr. Birthday knows nothing about . . .

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Mr. Cool is the coolest person in the world. He has a knack for knowing just what your ideal daredevil adventure would be, and he makes it happen just by clicking his fingers!

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Mr. Rude is the rudest man you'll ever meet. When Mr. Happy notices how awful Mr. Rude is being, he sets out to teach him a lesson in etiquette.

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Mr. Tall has one long problem, his legs! Can anyone help him?

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Mr. Nervous is afraid of everything: leaves, worms, even his own cornflakes! But one day he meets someone who teaches him that the world isn't so scary, Mr. Nervous just needs to think before he overreacts!

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Mr. Nobody is an invisible nobody from nowhere. He thinks he used to be a somebody, but he can't really remember who, what, where, or when. When Mr. Happy finds him crying one day, he decides that he has to help him! But what can he do to help this Nobody become a Somebody?

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Mr Silly is the silliest person you will ever meet. He lives in Nonsenseland, which, as you can imagine, is full of silliness. For example, the pigs don't say 'Oink!' They say 'Moo!' How silly.

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Mr. Clever thinks he is smartest guy around. But one day, he learns that he doesn't know everything.

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

They're back! Rediscover the zaniest characters you've ever met in this best-selling series which has sold millions worldwide. Bright and charming, with easily recognizable characters and a small take-along format, Mr. Men and Little Miss books are easy enough for young readers, witty enough for humor-prone adults, and highly collectible for one and all. Also check your local listings to view the Mr. Men & Little Miss TV show.

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Join a boy named Jack as he goes on a wild adventure with Mr. Daydream?-without even leaving his desk!

by Roger Hargreaves (Author)

Mr. Strong may be a bit too strong for his own good. But if you need a helping hand--he's your man!

by Adam Blade (Author)

Battle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up! 6 Books included in this set

by Adam Blade (Author)

Battle Beasts and fight Evil with Tom and Elenna in the bestselling adventure series for boys and girls aged 7 and up! Dark Wizard Malvel has stolen the Amulet of Avantia and plans to attack the kingdom of Avantia with four new, deadly Ghost Beasts. If they don't retrieve the amulet, Tom and Elenna will be trapped on the Isle of Ghosts for ever! The heroes must now face an enormous ogre, Okira the Crusher...