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I am EXTREMELY absolutely boiling
Lauren Child - 2009
He accidentally knocked her ice cream to the ground and won't apologize. Now Lola says that she will not ever, NEVER forgive him. Can Charlie help Lola change her mind?
The Mango Tree and Other Stories
Rachna Srivastava - 2013
Each tale discusses an important aspect of childhood and how a child might come to understand it. Young readers will be able to easily relate to the honest and innocent characters, and enjoy the situations those characters find themselves in. The lessons they will learn comprise an important part of growing up.
Love Letters in the Sand
June Francis - 2015
But Marty is trapped in an unhappy marriage and nothing can come of it. Meanwhile, Peggy is desperate to marry her long-term boyfriend Pete. But Peggy’s staunchly Catholic parents would never accept a Protestant son-in-law, and she decides the only way to resolve her issues is to escape to a place where nobody can find her.With no job, no family to stay for and no hope of a future with Marty, an unexpected job offer from America offers Irene a lifeline. But it would mean never seeing Marty again. Will Irene and Peggy solve their problems by running away – or should they follow their hearts back home to Liverpool?
An inspirational tale of love and friendship, perfect for fans of Kitty Neale and Lyn Andrews.
Funny Cat: An "I Love Reading" Level 1 Sight Word Reader
Cindy Bracken - 2012
This level one reader uses words directly from the Dolch Pre-primer Word List. Perfect for shared reading or those just beginning to read alone. By bestselling author Cindy Bracken.
Jethro and the Jumbie
Susan Cooper - 1979
Angry at his brother for not taking him deep-sea fishing, Jethro stomps off, meets a jumbie, and enlists its help in changing his brother's mind.
Neymar the Wizard
Michael Part - 2014
Neymar has taken Brazil and the world by storm and continues to inspire millions of fans around the world with his talent, heart, and winning smile. Following the international bestsellers, The Flea the Amazing Story of Leo Messi and Ronaldo The Rise of a Winner, by Michael Part, Neymar The Wizard is the heartwarming and emotional story of a father and son, who, against all odds, made the journey from the edge of poverty, to international stardom, through love, conviction, and a young boy s belief in himself.
Horrid Henry Early Reader: Don't Be Horrid, Henry!: Book 1
Francesca Simon - 2016
A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey.It's a dreadful shock for Horrid Henry when Perfect Peter is born, and despite his best - or worst - efforts, he can't manage to get rid of him. As Peter gets bigger, Henry gets crosser adn crosser, but the day comes when Henry inadvertently finds himself saving Peter and discovers that its rather nice to be a hero.
The River Bank and Other Stories from The Wind in the Willows
Kenneth Grahame - 1908
Toad.
The Cruel Romance: A Novel of Love and War
Marina Osipova - 2016
With only moments left together, she places a cross around her beloveds neck and reluctantly releases him into a cruel world where nothing is certain, especially whether she will ever see him again.Days later, Germans invade her village and take over her tiny house. Serafima and her mother must comply with orders, endure abuse, and stay put, or their village will be annihilated.As World War II intertwines Serafimas and Vityas life with that of a young German violinist and a Russian intellectual, their destinies are irrevocably altered. Can they rise to the challenge of agonizing moral choices and learn to forgive and love again?
Love For The Lost
Catherine Fox - 2000
Finally, the experiences of loss which have haunted her psyche since childhood manifest themselves physically when she discovers the washed-up body of a child on the beach. It vanishes with the next wave - did she imagine it?
Hothal
Bharathi Vyas
When her father is exiled from his kingdom, Hothal disguises herself as a man and fights alongside the valient Odha, who she eventually falls deeply in love with.
Peppa Pig: Peppa Goes Around the World
Rebecca Gerlings - 2016
With journeys to the South Pole, snowy mountain tops, the jungle and the desert, this is a colourful and action-packed Peppa adventure.
The Battle for England
Bernard Neeson - 2017
The RAF is on the verge of defeat, the Royal Navy near mutiny.In an underground bunker, Churchill and the British commanders await the onslaught. Their plan to throw back Hitler's army is about to be put to the test.Churchill is confident they can throw back the enemy.But not all his enemies are abroad.
Midget
Tim Bowler - 1994
Trapped in a body he hates, Midget is tortured by his cruel older brother Seb. His father is kind, but unaware of Seb's treatment of Midget. But Midget can sail and his dream is to sail his own boat. Everyone says it'll take a miracle, but that's when Midget starts to realise that he has a special power. He can make things happen. But in the process people get hurt - including his brother Seb. Through this crisis, the brothers find a new understanding.