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Perfect for Early Years through to 2nd Class, these books are a classroom and home essential for developing literacy, comprehension, and a lifelong love of reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom classic favourites to exciting new titles, our picture storybooks are carefully selected to engage and inspire children at every stage of their reading journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVibrant illustrations that capture young imaginations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports oral language, vocabulary, and comprehension development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for shared reading, read-alouds, and independent reading corners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for Early Years, Pre-School, Junior and Senior Infants, 1st and 2nd Class\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCurated selection of Irish and international titles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"isadora-moon-and-the-new-girl-1","title":"Isadora Moon And The New Girl","description":"\u003cp\u003eHalf vampire, half fairy, totally unique! 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Perfect for fans of Unicornia, Claude, Dixie O'Day, and Squishy McFluff, Isadora Moon is the ideal choice for readers who want their magic and sparkle with a bit of bite! Also available from the world of Isadora Moon: * Mirabelle - Half witch, half fairy, totally naughty! * Emerald - The most rebellious princess under the sea * Isadora Moon Activity Books including colouring pages, word searches, puzzles and more! Coming soon: Celebrating 10 years of Isadora Moon with a special Hardback edition of Isadora Moon Has a Birthday in shimmering pink! Order now 9781382074797.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"My daughter loves the gorgeous Isadora Moon series\" * Daisy Upton, Five Minute Mum *.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarriet Muncaster is one of the fastest-rising stars in children's books. 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Can Isadora convince the nymph to undo the wish, and allow her to feel all of her feelings again? A funny and heartwarming story that gently explores how feelings aren't 'good' or 'bad', and that experiencing all of your feelings is part of what makes you human (or half vampire, half fairy!). Beautifully presented in hardback with silver sprayed edges, this is the perfect gift for Harriet Muncaster fans. Also available from the world of Isadora Moon: * Mirabelle - Half witch, half fairy, totally naughty! * Emerald - The most rebellious princess under the sea * Isadora Moon Activity Books including colouring pages, word searches, puzzles and more! Coming soon: Celebrating 10 years of Isadora Moon with a special Hardback edition of Isadora Moon Has a Birthday in shimmering pink! Order now 9781382074797.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e**Awarded BRONZE in the Best Book (4+) category in the MadeForMums Toy Awards 2024** \"My daughter loves the gorgeous Isadora Moon series.\" * Daisy Upton, Five Minute Mum *.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarriet Muncaster is one of the fastest-rising stars in children's books. She started out writing and illustrating picture books, and won the Blue Hen Book Award for her first book, I Am a Witch's Cat, and was highly commended for the Macmillan Prize while studying for her second illustration degree.      Her move into young illustrated fiction came with the launch of Isadora Moon in 2016 and the series has become a huge bestseller in the UK and internationally. 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It's so much fun spending time with her watery friends, but while she's there Isadora meets a mermaid called Emerald who doesn't seem to be having such a nice time. In the middle of the night, when everyone else is fast asleep, Emerald finally reveals to Isadora what has been troubling her. Can Isadora help Emerald sort out her problem? With irresistible pink and black artwork throughout by author\/illustrator Harriet Muncaster and a totally unique heroine with an out-of-this-world family, this is a beautiful, charming, and funny new series of first chapter books. Perfect for fans of Unicornia, Claude, Dixie O'Day, and Squishy McFluff, Isadora Moon is the ideal choice for readers who want their magic and sparkle with a bit of bite! Also available from the world of Isadora Moon: * Mirabelle - Half witch, half fairy, totally naughty! * Emerald - The most rebellious princess under the sea * Isadora Moon Activity Books including colouring pages, word searches, puzzles and more! Coming soon: Celebrating 10 years of Isadora Moon with a special Hardback edition of Isadora Moon Has a Birthday in shimmering pink! 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Then a brilliant idea strikes: If she uses a shrinking potion on herself, she'll be too tiny for anyone to see, so she'll still be able to enjoy the party! But Mirabelle is about to discover that the garden feels a little more dangerous when you're no taller than a blade of grass. Have her mischievous ways gone too far this time . . . ? From the Mirabelle series: * Mirabelle Gets Up to Mischief (ISBN: 9780192776495) * Mirabelle Breaks the Rules (ISBN: 9780192777546) * Mirabelle Has a Bad Day (ISBN: 9780192777553) * Mirabelle In Double Trouble (ISBN: 9780192777560) * Mirabelle and the Naughty Bat Kittens (ISBN: 9780192777577) * Mirabelle and the Magical Mayhem (ISBN: 9780192777584) * Mirabelle Takes Charge (ISBN: 9780192783721) * Mirabelle Wants to Win (ISBN: 9780192783745) * Mirabelle and the Midnight Feast (ISBN: 9780192783783) * Mirabelle and the Haunted House (ISBN: 9780192783769) * Mirabelle and the Picnic Pranks (ISBN: 9780192787965) * Mirabelle and the Baby Dragons (ISBN: 9780192787996) * Mirabelle in Witch City (ISBN: 9780192788016) * Mirabelle and the Party Tricks (ISBN: 9780192788030) * Mirabelle and the Enchanted Sea Globe (ISBN: 9780192788061).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This sixth story starring the mischievous Mirabelle will delight her countless young fans who will be rooting for her throughout.\" * Jill Bennett, Red Reading Hub *.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarriet Muncaster is one of the fastest-rising stars in children's books. 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And a little bit of mess leads to a little bit of secret witch magic, which leads to even more mess, and even more magic, until everything is in total chaos! Can Mirabelle get the mayhem under control before Granny finds out? From the Mirabelle series: * Mirabelle Gets up to Mischief - from the creator of Isadora Moon: Volume 1 (ISBN: 9780192776495) * Mirabelle Breaks the Rules: Volume 2 (ISBN: 9780192777546) * Mirabelle Has a Bad Day: Volume 3 (ISBN: 9780192777553) * Mirabelle In Double Trouble: Volume 4 (ISBN: 9780192777560) * Mirabelle and the Naughty Bat Kittens: Volume 5 (ISBN: 9780192777577) * Mirabelle and the Magical Mayhem: Volume 6 (ISBN: 9780192777584) * Mirabelle Takes Charge: Volume 7 (ISBN: 9780192783721) * Mirabelle Wants to Win: Volume 8 (ISBN: 9780192783745) * Mirabelle and the Midnight Feast (ISBN: 9780192783783) * Mirabelle and the Haunted House (ISBN: 9780192783769) * Mirabelle and the Picnic Pranks (ISBN: 9780192787965) * Mirabelle and the Baby Dragons: Volume 12 (ISBN: 9780192787996) * Mirabelle in Witch City: Volume 13 (ISBN: 9780192788016) * Mirabelle and the Party Tricks (ISBN: 9780192788030) * Mirabelle and the Enchanted Sea Globe (ISBN: 9780192788061).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Another sparkling story that Mirabelle fans will absolutely love and newcomers to the series will enjoy too and likely want to go back and read all her other books.\" * Jill Bennett, Red Reading Hub *.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarriet Muncaster is one of the fastest-rising stars in children's books. 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And when 'things getting out of hand' include the dogs' leads, that's not good for business. Maybe something that keeps still would be easier. Something like making and selling enchanted charm bracelets! Can Mirabelle make a success of her get-rich-quick schemes? Or will being the boss end up being more trouble than it's worth? 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She started out writing and illustrating picture books, and won the Blue Hen Book Award for her first book, I Am a Witch's Cat, and was highly commended for the Macmillan Prize while studying for her second illustration degree.        Her move into young illustrated fiction came with the launch of Isadora Moon in 2016 and the series has become a huge bestseller in the UK and internationally. 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Poor Wilfred got very tired as he lurched and bumped his way along the grassy track. What was it Mrs Apple had said was in his hamper? Knives? Sandwiches? They were certainly heavy! When they finally arrived, Wilfred was allowed to open up the hamper and there he found the best treat of all... Also look out for: Summer Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story!.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"...the most researched-crammed fantasy ever set before small children...\" Sunday Times Magazine \"Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story are beautiful tales...nostalgic Mums can enjoy them with their own kids\" Natasha Harding, Sun \"If I [were] a mouse, this is where I'd wanna live\" @britneyspears, Instagram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJill Barklem was drawn to the natural world ever since childhood. 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These three uplifting stories capture the wonder, muck and magic of a city child's week on the farm. From Michael Morpurgo, co-founder of the charity Farms for City Children, and illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees, this charming story collection for young readers celebrates the countryside and the way its landscape and animals can leave an impression on a child's heart forever.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e'From the first sentence of a Michael Morpurgo book, you know you are in the hands of a natural storyteller' Guardian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSir Michael Morpurgo OBE FRSL FKC DL is a writer, playwright, performer and librettist. The author of more than 150 children's books, he has sold over 35 million copies worldwide and in almost 40 languages. A former teacher and vocal spokesperson for the benefits of reading for pleasure, he is currently the President of Book Trust. 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'Hello,' said the umbrella. 'Gosh,' said the boy. The umbrella's handle was carved in the shape of a dog's head, with a very long snout and a shiny nose and ears that flopped back. 'You can talk.' 'I suppose I can,' said the umbrella. 'Do you have a name?' asked the boy. 'No,' said the umbrella. 'Do I need a name?' 'Yes,' said the small boy. 'You need one for someone to let you in at the front door, and another name to be let out the back door.' Brought to life by a careless sorcerer, Pernickety Boo is a well-educated umbrella with unexplored magical powers - and after he is left behind on the London Underground by his forgetful creator, Pernickety must find an owner: someone who will truly love him. So when Pernickety meets young Sylvie Moonshine and is welcomed into her home, he thinks that all of his prayers have been answered. 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It seems Christopher Robin has a lot to teach his friends about this chillly, magical season, so he sets about giving Pooh the most memorable winter ever; with secret surprises for Christmas and a New Year's Eve midnight feast. Step into a wintery wonderland with Winnie-the-Pooh and friends in this authorised sequel full of snowflakes, sneezes and secret surprises! Jane has a strong pedigree writing in the style of A.A.Milne, having also created Once There was a Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh Meets the King and Tales from the Forest. The stories are beautifully illustrated by Mark Burgess in the style of E.H.Shepard. He also illustrated the other Pooh prequel and sequel collections. 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This authorised sequel is written in the style of the original Winnie-the-Pooh stories by A.A.Milne with illustrations by Mark Burgess that echo E.H.Shepard's iconic original decorations.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Collins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51775744016667,"sku":"9780008623418","price":20.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0915\/4363\/4203\/files\/winnie-the-pooh-winter-in-the-wood-2670610.jpg?v=1776413366"},{"product_id":"dragon-towers-the-ghostly-surprise","title":"Dragon Towers: The Ghostly Surprise","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoin Theo on new adventure at Dragon Towers - the school where everyone has their own dragon best friend! A hilarious new series from the author of the Naughtiest Unicorn - highly illustrated, full of fun and adventure, and starring a dragon with a magical bum. Perfect for readers aged 6 and up. 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Hannah Gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder of the hugely successful Authorfy and Little Star Writing, Mel Taylor-Bessent has made her career connecting readers to their favourite authors and encouraging children to write for pleasure. After gaining a Creative Writing degree, Mel launched her first business at the age of 22 and ran creative writing workshops for thousands of children aged 6-12. As a result, she also arranged hundreds of author events and witnessed first-hand the positive impact these interactions had on her students. In 2017, she decided to replicate this via online 'Author Masterclasses' on a website she created called Authorfy.com. Since then, Authorfy has gone on to win numerous awards, partner with the likes of World Book Day and BookTrust, and is used in classrooms all over the world. 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Justin Somper 'An exhilarating adventure, brimming with whimsical wonders.' Nicky Smith-Dale 'A riotously fun and colourful story guaranteed to entertain.' Hannah Gold 'One of the most fun and inclusive series out there. Mel's passion for getting children reading leaps off every page of this series and the unpredictability of what lies ahead makes it such a joy to read. If you love Dungeon Runners, Jumanji and Mario Kart then this is the series for you!' Tom Griffiths, Check 'Em Out Books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounder of the hugely successful Authorfy and Little Star Writing, Mel Taylor-Bessent has made her career connecting readers to their favourite authors and encouraging children to write for pleasure. After gaining a Creative Writing degree, Mel launched her first business at the age of 22 and ran creative writing workshops for thousands of children aged 6-12. 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