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Aspiring inventor Isaac Turner lives with his dad, the Chief Horologist in charge of Big Ben. But when his father vanishes from the belfry on the night the clocks go back, leaving behind only a smashed pocket watch and a cryptic message, Isaac determines to find him. Hunting a trail of clues through London’s landmarks, Isaac uncovers a sinister plot in the gears of government and embarks on a race against time to save his father – and time itself.
Paint a still-life like Vincent Van Gogh! Create a cubist collage like Pablo Picasso! Make a polka-dot pumpkin like Yayoi Kusama! This book will make YOU an artist as you explore 25 different art techniques – from cave painting to contemporary performance – inspired by ground-breaking artists from around the world. And discover famous masterpieces with photographs of real works of art! Pick up your pencils, collect your collage materials and find out more about some of world’s best-known creatives in this fact-filled book full of step-by-step activities that are easy to try at home. Including information about tools, materials and basic art theory, this imaginative book is jam-packed with ideas for aspiring artists everywhere.
Off to the seaside they go on a rather EXTRAORDINARY train journey. But will Dad ever look up from his phone? A boy and his dad board the train. Dad is stuck into his phone and misses the fact that a tiger boards the train too. and so does a family of hippos, and a band of crocs, and a mum with her piglets, and a pug in a boa – or two. On the way to the seaside pandemonium ensues, and then the tiger roars. Has he finally had enough? And what will dad say? Will he even notice?
A Waterstones Best Children’s Book of the Year
ADVENTURE LIES BEYOND THE CAT FLAP!
Meet your favourite new duo: MURRAY AND BUN!
Murray is a cat. Murray loves snoozing, fluffy blankets, and peace and quiet.
Bun is a bun. Bun loves? EVERYTHING!
And together they are unstoppable!
A riotous, rousing celebration of self?belief starring the one and only Gail the Snail!
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Meet a friendly monster who wants to have a fun sleepover! Are You a Sleepy Monster? is an engaging picture book perfect for bedtime.
Nevermoor meets Narnia in this spectacular magical adventure with an environmental twist from Pari Thomson.
The island of Ramoa was once luscious and populated with mighty beasts. Now though, it is home to barren and tamed cities, where nature is locked out and trouble is brewing. When Kayla’s beloved animal companion, a rare winged pangron, is stolen, she’s determined to get him back. But to do so, she’ll have to leave her city and journey into the wild and forbidden Beastlands. There, she meets Rustus, an exiled young warrior, and Alethea, a healer desperately seeking a cure for a mysterious disease. As their quests unite them, they’ll adventure across the lands they know so little about, leading them to discoveries both great and terrifying. Not least that the beasts they’ve always been taught to fear might not be so terrifying after all.
What was a Roman legion? How exactly did soldiers train for battle? And why did they have to ‘march like a tortoise’? Find out the answers to these questions and many more in this complete guide to life in the Roman army. Filled with fascinating facts and grisly detail, you’ll uncover what life was like in the army camp, how soldiers planned a siege and even why they catapulted creepy-crawlies at the enemy.
A unique blend of read-aloud stories and high-contrast visuals, featuring an adorable elephant, panda, whale and bunny. 9-12 months prompts older babies to interact with the book, tickling panda’s tummy and looking for details in the artwork to reflect your baby’s ability to spot fine details and respond to basic questions.
The Star Friends are excited to be taking part in a scarecrow competition until everybody in the village suddenly becomes extremely sleepy. It must be dark magic, but how can the girls help to stop it when they’re being affected too?
A little fox is in a big, bad mood and is worried that its mother won’t love it forever. In this lyrical picture book we see a clever and resourceful mother prove to her child that a parent’s love is limitless – no matter what! Beautifully told and exquisitely illustrated, this 25the anniversary edition includes never-before-seen sketches and a special letter from Debi Gliori to delight a whole new generation of readers.
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