Philip Ardagh Books

This anniversary edition offers an official guide to Tove Jansson's enchanting Moominvalley, beautifully presented in a hardback format. It features original illustrations that capture the charm of the Moomin universe, making it a delightful keepsake for fans.

A counting story that goes wrong when one hungry little T-Rex can't help himself from gobbling up the other dinosaurs!Let's count dinosaurs! Rex the T-Rex is 1. Add Patty the Diplodocus, that's 2. And here's comes Brian the Anklyosaurus to make 3. But wait, where's Brian gone? Rex? Rex! You didn't EAT him, did you? Oh NAUGHTY Rex! The truth is, you just CAN'T count on dinosaurs. In this counting book with a difference, Philip Ardagh and Elissa Elwick bring prehistoric chaos and trouble-making dinosaurs to every page for a truly fun, interactive way to learn how to count to 10.

Philip Ardagh has a passion for history. During his numerous children's events over the years, he has been asked just about every conceivable question about castles and life in medieval times. Here he answers his favourite (printable) ones, in a similar style that made his bookDid Dinosaurs Snore? a monster hit with pre-history fans.Everything from alchemy to the Crusades are covered in this entertaining and informative book, from 'Who built castles?','Where did everyone sleep?' and 'What's a lady's favour?' to the more obscure 'Did they have baths?' and 'Did they have toilet paper?'. There are black and white illustrations throughout as well as fascinating fact boxes and quick quizzes to test what you have learned. The reference section includes timelines, and a glossary and index. If the answer doesn't lie somewhere between these covers, then it probably isn't a castle question worth asking.

The second in the "Unlikely Exploits" trilogy sees the remaining McNally children - Jackie, Le Fay and the twins Josh and Albie - being mysteriously drawn to Fishbone Forest and a forgotten crumbling mansion. Here they meet the terrifying, teddy bear-clutching Mr Maggs.

'...Out glides a limo, as sleek as a plane,With big gleaming hubcaps as bright as champagne' The first in a comic 'What's in the?' picture book series, children will delight in this silly tale of a dog prince in his truck with a very special delivery .

Third instalment of funnyman Philip Ardagh's Olde Worlde Gressingham trilogy following the Green Men. A Robin Hood-esque tale sure to have readers laughing out loud. Particularly suitable for struggling, reluctant and dyslexic readers aged 7+

Meet Furry Purry Beancat - one extraordinary cat with nine extraordinary lives!

Twelve-year-old Eddie Dickens survives encounters with an escape artist in a runaway hearse's coffin, a hot air balloon bearing the escape artist's lovely assistant, a gas explosion, and a jewel thief on the run.

Everything you ever wanted to know about fairies. Find out the truth about fairy rings, fairy godmothers, will-o'-the-wisp and wailing banshees. Learn how to avoid the pranks, jokes and often more sinister traps fairy folk lay for mortals and find out how to take advantage of fairy magic and the fairy realm. 6 yrs+

Meet Furry Purry Beancat - one EXTRAORDINARY cat with nine EXTRAORDINARY lives!

The third book in this hilarious series. Like 'The Twits' for a new generation, the Grunts are neither clean nor clever, but their adventures are most definitely terrifically fun reading. Created by two stars of the children's book world: Philip Ardagh's hilarious text is brought to life with illustrations throughout by Axel Scheffler.

You won't find Grubtown on any maps. The last time any map-makers were sent anywhere near the place they were found a week later wearing nothing but pages from a telephone directory, and calling for their mothers. When the local lighthouse is plunged into darkness and a ship runs aground it's hard to imagine things can get much worse in Grubtown.

Meet Furry Purry Beancat - one extraordinary cat with nine extraordinary lives!

The fourth book in a charming young fiction illustrated series, from bestselling author Philip Ardagh, and illustrator Rob Biddulph.

Two action-packed stories about the superheroes-in-training at Hero Academy. This Read with Oxford Stage 5 collection is ideal for children who are beginning to read independently. Read with Oxford offers an exciting range of carefully levelled reading books to build your child's reading confidence.

Eddie Dickens finds himself far from home in the heathery highlands of Scotland for some further adventures, embracing a whole host of new characters and firm favourites such as Malcolm the stuffed stoat. This volume includes: 'Dubious Deeds', 'Horrendous Habits' and 'The Final Curtain'.

In this, the third and final of Philip Ardagh's Unlikely Exploits, the down-trodden McNally family are down-trodden no more. They're quite the opposite, in fact: stinking rich with plans to put the money to good use whilst others, of course, may have different ideas. This is the Unlikely Exploit in which we discover the remaining McNally children's hidden powers. This is the Unlikely Exploit in which we discover the reasons behind the outbreak of holes riddling the country. This is the Unlikely Exploit in which we discover why the late lamented Mr Maggs had a walking teddy bear and just what its plans are. This is the book Fergal fans have been waiting for...

These books have been specially developed to enhance children's vocabulary and support comprehension. Eddie thinks his new fish, Frank, is boring, but he quickly realizes that Frank is anything BUT boring!

In the melting pot of London in 1839, two young dock workers chase a tiger on the loose - a dangerous splash of colour in a world of soot and grime!

The return of Sally Stick and her dog (and best friend) Fetch. Together, they're Stick and Fetch: Detectives. A girl. A dog. A detective agency. In this hilarious sequel to the hugely popular Barking Up the Wrong Tree, Sally Stick and her shaggy best friend Fetch discover plenty more mysteries to solve. Like, Is there a beaver loose in the town? Who is the handbag thief? And, most importantly, Why does Uncle Bob's house always smell of biscuits? Somehow, despite the accidents, misunderstandings and general confusion that dog the hapless pair wherever they go, they always get results. And they have a lot of fun along the way!

A romping, riotous read-aloud from best-selling author Philip Ardagh and award-winning illustrator Ben Mantle.Bunnies on the bus!Bunnies on the bus!No wonder there’s a fussabout the bunnies on the bus!There are bunnies on the bus, and they’re causing mayhem in Sunny Town! Watch as they whiz past the bus stop, fly by the swings, and zoom over the crosswalk — these bunnies aren’t stopping for anyone. They finally reach the station, but where are they hopping off to now? Uh-oh . . . Acclaimed author Philip Ardagh’s rhyming, high-energy text and “Bunnies on the bus!” refrain is ideal for library or classroom read-alouds, and Ben Mantle’s colorful illustrations are chock-full of zany details perfect for repeat reads.

John Drawbridge has moved to Widemoat Castle to learn to become a knight. So it's no wonder that John decides to keep a diary (even if it is only an imaginary one...) of his time at the castle. Things REALLY liven up when the castle is attacked by an invading Welsh party - but can John foil their plot before it's too late...?

Meet Henry, an ordinary boy in an extraordinary house. There's a gladiator in the basement and an arena in the garden. Step inside Henry's house and join Henry, his dog Mothball and a quirky cast of characters as they find out everything there is to know about the ancient Romans.

A hilarious Little Gem from children's comedy legend Philip Ardagh about a fighting-mad little Norman called Norman. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensure a smooth read for all.

Fact meets fiction in this thrilling story of 18th century smuggling and intrigue!

The third story about detective duo (and best friends!) Sally Stick and her dog Fetch. Together, they're Stick and Fetch: Detectives. A girl. A dog. A detective agency. Stick and Fetch are on holiday, but even in a rickety old seaside hotel there are plenty of crimes to solve and mysteries to unravel. Such as, who is Major Mayhem? Why is that door frightened? And where could the small-bottle-of-shampoo robbers be hiding? This lovable pair are on the case and undeterred despite plenty of mishaps, misdeeds and misunderstandings along the way. A fun-filled adventure featuring two hapless investigators with a LOT of hair.

If you're brave, helpful, honest, good to your planet and kind to animals (even ones that don't do much ... like boring worms) then you, too, can be a LITTLE ADVENTURER.

A thrilling prison break sets the stage for the Grunts as they face off against vengeful enemies seeking retribution. As they embark on a high-stakes adventure, familiar characters return, adding depth to the unfolding drama. The narrative promises to resolve lingering mysteries while delivering excitement and tension in this final installment of the series.

Eddie Dickens gets caught up in a scheme to thwart the theft of an oil painting of Mad Uncle Jack, which was mistakenly commissioned by the War Office, confusing him with another Major Dickens.

Eddie Dickens, after a serious accident, is cared for by monks of the Bertian order, having lost all memory of his identity. Meanwhile, at Awful End, he leaves behind a baby found in the bulrushes and a father who was likely killed in a deliberate act.

This WOW title focuses on concepts which have changed the world, from money to religion, from votes for women to reading your stars. Packed with facts, figures and fantastic photos from the Science Museum, it is written in a chatty, colloquial tone - a brilliant book for learning about ideas.

In the third instalment of the Eddie Dickens saga, our hero finds himself en route to North America with some of the most disreputable prospectors anyone might have the misfortune to share a berth with . . . only to come face to face with some familiar faces (stuffed animal and human) from his past, and with the Great Gretcha who suffers from serious bouts of sleeping sickness.

Fergal McNally's brain - last seen in a pickling jar in the basement of the Sacred Heart Hospital - is stolen as part of an extraordinary scheme which could have lasting consequences for everything from the alphabet to the lives (or deaths) of famous film stars. It's all highly unlikely...

A startled cow falling out of nowhere onto Limbo Goulash while he's riding Marley Gripe's bicycle marks the start of a chain of events strange even by Grubtown's standards. Soon damaged property includes Purple Outing's Music Shack and Minty Glibb's attempt at the world's largest (strawberry) jelly- trifle.

Sally and her shaggy French poodle Fetch embark on whimsical investigations, tackling mysteries with enthusiasm despite their knack for misunderstanding situations. As they race from one crime scene to another on their bicycle, their adventures are filled with chaos and comedic mishaps. This collection features three entertaining stories centered on the lovable duo, showcasing their relentless spirit and the humorous consequences of their antics.

This comprehensive handbook offers insights into archaeology for all ages, detailing the processes of discovering artifacts and exploring sites. It covers essential topics such as identification, dating, preservation, and restoration of findings, making it an invaluable resource for budding archaeologists. Suitable for readers aged 8 and up, it encourages curiosity and understanding of the past through engaging explanations and practical knowledge.

Jane Pinny has moved to the very grand Lytton House to be a Maid Of All Work. But when a priceless jade necklace belonging to the lady of the house disappears, Jane turns accidental detective (with the help of her best friend, a pigeon called Plump...) - can she solve the mystery of the missing jewels before it's too late?

A counting story that goes wrong when one hungry little T-Rex can't help himself from gobbling up the other dinosaurs!Let's count dinosaurs! Rex the T-Rex is 1. Add Patty the Diplodocus, that's 2. And here's comes Brian the Anklyosaurus to make 3. But wait, where's Brian gone? Rex? Rex! You didn't EAT him, did you? Oh NAUGHTY Rex! The truth is, you just CAN'T count on dinosaurs.In this counting book with a difference, Philip Ardagh and Elissa Elwick bring prehistoric chaos and trouble-making dinosaurs to every page for a truly fun, interactive way to learn how to count to 10.

Join Henry, an ordinary boy in an extraordinary house, as he explores creepy-crawlies with Jaggers the caretaker and a quirky cast of characters. Discover the adventures that unfold with a big bug in the wardrobe and a scorpion in the shed.

When famous film star Tawdry Hipbone visits Grubtown for the world premiere of her latest movie, Mayor Gomez couldn't be more excited but, as usual, nothing goes to plan. Miss Hipbone's dog is snatched by a low-flying pelican, and it's a race against time to find him, in a rescue attempt involving Grubtown's usual ragbag of bungling buffoons.

Finnegan, Floss and Peanut are on the lookout for garden creatures, but all Sprat wants to find is a Bear... and nothing is Quite what it seems!

When a yachting trip turns to disaster and the shipwrecked crew, including Mango Claptrap, ends up using the impressively large Flabby Gomez as a man- made floating island, they need help. Who better to rescue them than the exceedingly useless lifeboat crew over at Limp, assisted by Grubtown's very own chief of police Grabby Hanson?

The definite account of how regime change in the Middle East has proven so tempting to American policymakers for decades - despite never achieving the aims it hopes to accomplish - and how it's finally time to forge a new path forward.

When eleven-year-old Eddie Dickens's sickly parents become "a bit crinkly round the edges," he is taken in by his great-uncle and great-aunt, Mad Uncle Jack and Mad Aunt Maude, and embarks on adventures that involve strolling actors, St. Horrid's Home for Grateful Orphans, and a carnival float shaped like a giant cow.

You won't find Grubtown on any maps. The last time any map-makers were sent anywhere near the place they were found a week later wearing nothing but pages from a telephone directory, and calling for their mothers. It's certainly a town and certainly grubby - except for the squeaky clean parts - but everything else we know about the place comes from Beardy Ardagh, town resident and author of these tales. Grubtown is full of oddballs - from the singing Grumbly girls to a family of duck-haters, and an out-sized mayor who's knitting a new house - but Manual Org is too repulsive even for them. Getting him to leave town is top priority, until the discovery of a humongous diamond changes everything...

If you're brave, honest, helpful, good to your planet and kind to animals (even ones that don't do much ... like worms) then you, too, can be a Little Adventurer. From the award-winning Philip Ardagh, and illustrator Elissa Elwick, comes the third installment in the Little Adventurers trilogy! Meet the Little Adventurers - Finnegan, Sprat, Floss and Peanut. Each week they meet in their top-secret shed HQ, ready to share their fun with you! This week it's hot, hot, hot, so their mission is to ... cool down, at the BEACH! The four friends pack their snazzy swimsuits and hop into Finnegan's daddy's car. They're going to make sand sculptures, lick ice cream cones and, best of all, see what teeny-tiny rockpool creatures they can find... With an activity idea and an information page at the back of every story, the Little Adventurers will encourage hours of immersive play, and will ignite the imagination of curious explorers everywhere.

Mr Grunt's a man with a mission. He has to get a Person of Great Importance (or POGI) to someone called Mrs Bayliss by the twenty-fifth. It's an exciting adventure, but what interests Mr Grunt most are the silver coins he's been promised at the end of it. How long will it be before they find themselves All At Sea?

While visiting a distant town, the site of this year's Tap 'n' Type typing competition, the McNally family discover that many strange things are going on there--including the sudden and unexpected breakout of large holes in the area. 75,000 first printing.

Who decided to celebrate Jesus' birthday on 25th December... and why? Who exactly was Saint Nicholas (Santa Claus)? Why do we kiss under the mistletoe? When was the first Christmas card sent? What on earth has a Yule log to do with Christmas? What does nativity actually mean? Did Father Christmas really used to wear green? Who invented the advent calendar? What do fankincense and myrrh look like? What do crackers have to do with Christmas? Where do the flying reindeer come from? Was there really once meat in mince pies? What's all the holly and ivy for? Why are carols called carols? What exactly is a manager? Why are Christmas puddings Christmas-pudding shaped? Why hang Christmas wreaths to celebrate Christ's birth? Were Christmas trees really introduced to England by Prince Albert? Why have a fairy, not an angel at the top of the tree? These are just some of the questions you'll find answered in this fact-filled book.

If Beardy Ardagh is to be believed, things all start going on the bonkers side of very wrong when Mayor Flabby Gomez finally finishes knitting his new home and declares a public holiday in Grubtown for its official opening. And, if that weren't bad enough, there's the matter of a serious leak at Grubtown's new aquarium.

Mr and Mrs Grunt, who are neither clean nor clever, live with their adopted - in fact, abducted - son, Sunny, in a donkey-drawn caravan somewhere or other at some time that is a bit like now but not exactly now. Together the unusual family find themselves in frankly improbable but very funny adventures.

Watch out! Hold onto your tails! The bunnies are back. And this time they're in ... a BOAT! The bunnies are back! And this time, they've commandeered a BOAT! Watch out, Sunnytown beach, the Bunnies are dashing and a-splashing on a speedboat frenzy. They whoosh past the sail-boats, and zoooom across the sand, then it's up on to the jetty where silly billy Bunnies get all covered in spaghetti! But watch out, oh no, where are the bunnies off to now? To the airport, across the tarmac ... it's bunnies on the PLANE. Here we go again...

Philip Ardagh, inspired by the illustrations in "The Girl's Own Paper" from the 1890s, has crafted a new mystery story that weaves together seemingly unrelated images with original illustrations and fresh text.

It's Christmas Eve and Santa's elves have fallen suspiciously unwell (just who gave them all those candy canes?), so it looks like Santa needs some help. Luckily, our gang of bunnies are here to the rescue. Cue chaos at every turn - hopping in and out of chimneys, getting stuck in snow, stuffed in stockings, and having the time of their lives on Santa's sleigh.

The new book from the hilarious Philip ArdaghWhen the Pope visited Spain, an American company decided to cash in on the event by printing special T-shirts for sale there . . . except that instead of reading: 'I saw the Pope' (El Papa) they read 'I saw the Potato' (La Papa)! A splendid romp through the most impressive mistakes, blunders, faux pas, misunderstandings, misinterpretations, universal-truths-that-are-not-true-at-all and howlers ever, all from the magnificently witty pen of Mr Philip Ardagh.

"Forced to leave his woodland home, destroyed by the expansion plans of the evil Gretsch, Wirral the squirrel vows to find the fabled land of Animalia, where all the animals are said to live in freedom and without fear. Aided and abetted by Froggo the hot-air-ballooning frog, Wilhamina the plucky red squirrel, and Ratsy the streetwise rodent, Wirral's personal quest turns into a full-blown plan to save enslaved animals Everywhere --a plan that is fraught with danger."--Jacket

The latest in this series of humorous biographies focuses on Queen Victoria. It points out some interesting facts, such as, after an assassination attempt, she carried a chainmail-lined parasol.

This guide offers a straightforward approach to learning ancient Egyptian, making it suitable for readers aged 8 and up. It is filled with engaging facts that simplify the complexities of the language, encouraging young learners to explore the rich history and culture of ancient Egypt.

In The Exagger-tron, Axel has been called to the Heads office. What exciting mission awaits him?This book is part of Project X Hero Academy, a fully decodable series designed to motivate young readers and turn them into reading superheroes.

Eddie Dickens wird zu seinem verrückten Onkel Jack und seiner noch verrückteren Tante Maud geschickt, da seine Eltern krank sind. In "Schlimmes Ende" erwartet ihn eine Welt voller furchtbarer Darbietungen und schlechter Nachrichten. Ein humorvolles Abenteuer beginnt!

Aus dem Weg! Die Hasen kommen! Aufgepasst! Die Hasen haben sich den Bus geschnappt und rasen wie verrückt durch Mümmelburg. Keiner kann sie aufhalten. Sie rauschen an den Haltestellen vorbei und schliddern um die Kurven. Da sind Hasen auf dem Dach! Hasen im Gang! Hasen überall! Doch, puh, endlich kommt der Bus zum Halten! Am Bahnhof. Und was steht da? Ein Zug! O nein! Diese Hasen werden doch wohl nicht ….?

With his homeland destroyed, Wirral the squirrel vows to find Animalia where all the animals live in freedom and without fear. Aided by a hot-air-ballooning frog, a red squirrel, and a streetwise rat, Wirral's quest turns into a plan to save all enslaved animals in this "urban furry tail" by rock legend McCartney. Full color.

Alle Mann an Bord! Die Hasen rasen los! An einem sonnigen Tag in Mümmelburg genießen alle eine entspannte Zeit am Strand. Doch, aufgepasst! Hier kommen wieder die Hasen angerast. Dieses Mal haben sie ein Boot gekapert und machen den Strand, die Unterwasserwelt und den Hafen unsicher. Quer durch die Sandburgen und mitten durchs Fischrestaurant - diese frechen Langohren kann niemand stoppen. Aber dann machen sie Halt am Flughafen. Die werden doch nicht etwa ...? Für alle, die Hasen und Wimmelbilder lieben Gereimter Text voller Humor sorgt für erste Sprachspiele beim Vorlesen

In "Wilde Weihnachten" sorgt eine Gruppe chaotischer Hasen für Aufregung am Heiligabend, als sie dem Weihnachtsmann helfen wollen. Während sie durch den Schornstein hopsen und den Schlitten kapern, bricht das totale Chaos aus. Ein lustiges Vorlesebuch für Hasen-Fans ab 3 Jahren, die Weihnachten wild feiern möchten.

Die Detektive Bianca Bell und ihr Hund Fletsch lösen ungewöhnliche Fälle, die manchmal nur ihrer Fantasie entspringen. Trotz irreführender Hinweise und chaotischer Kombinationen bleiben sie hartnäckig und knacken jedes Rätsel. Ihre Abenteuer am Küchentisch versprechen spannende Leseerlebnisse!

Zwei Detektive mit Verstand und Schnüffelnase Bianca Bell und ihr Hund Fletsch, ihres Zeichens Detektive mit Verstand und Schnüffelnase, befinden sich im Urlaub. Aber selbst in dem etwas klapprigen alten Hotel am Meer gibt es jede Menge Rätsel und Verbrechen, die aufgeklärt werden müssen. Wo hat die Diebesbande die ganzen gestohlenen Mini-Shampooflaschen versteckt? Und welchen Fluchtweg haben sie genommen? Das Ermittlerteam nimmt die Fährte auf und lässt sich durch nichts beirren – nicht einmal durch das ein oder andere Missverständnis Lesespaß für Groß und Klein vom Meister des schrägen Humors und Wortwitzes Philip Ardagh!

Uwaga! Gdzie są króliki? W saniach Mikołaja! Pomagają mu i elfom dostarczyć na czas wszystkie prezenty... I znów nic nie jest w stanie ich zatrzymać. Przezabawny rymowany tekst, doskonały do głośnego czytania, oraz szczegółowe, kolorowe ilustracja to doskonała zabawa, zarówno dla małych, jak i dużych czytelników.

Uwaga! Króliki w autobusie! Króliki opanowały autobus w Słonecznym Mieście. Z zawrotną prędkością mijają przystanek autobusowy, przelatują nad placem zabaw, mkną nad ulicą. Nic nie jest w stanie ich zatrzymać. Przezabawny rymowany tekst, doskonały do głośnego czytania, oraz szczegółowe, kolorowe ilustracja to doskonała zabawa, zarówno dla małych, jak i dużych czytelników.

Uwaga! Króliki wróciły! Pędzą motorówką! Mkną niesamowicie szybko, rozbryzgując fale. Mijają żaglówki, szorują po piasku, aż docierają do lotniska... I znów nie jest w stanie ich zatrzymać. Przezabawny rymowany tekst, doskonały do głośnego czytania, oraz szczegółowe, kolorowe ilustracja to doskonała zabawa, zarówno dla małych, jak i dużych czytelników.

Pointiert und humorvoll erzählt der bekannte britische Kinderbuchautor Philip Ardagh von genialen Erfindern und ihren wichtigsten Entdeckungen. Vom Nachweis, dass die Erde eine Kugel ist, bis zum Bau eines Flugzeugs, um sie zu umrunden - hier werden die größten Geniestreiche aus Naturwissenschaft, Medizin und Technik leicht verständlich erklärt.

Haben Dinosaurier geschnarcht? Das lustige Frage- und Antwortbuch. Waren Dinosaurier gute Eltern? Waren alle Dinosaurier groß und gemein? Mit einer Extraportion Humor beantwortet Philip Ardagh alle möglichen und unmöglichen Fragen rund um das Thema Dinosaurier. Mit Quizfragen, Stichwortregister und Wörterbuch.

Vítejte v kouzelném Davidově domě, kde se může stát cokoli (a taky se to často stane). Kromě Davida a jeho žravého psa Moulíka se tu setkáte s panem Očkem (vševědoucím správcem domu), nápaditým vynálezcem Koumesem či Kubou Kutílkem, specialistou na převleky. V Rytířích a hradech pochopíte, proč byly kolem hradů vodní příkopy, jak se člověk mohl stát rytířem či jak se ve středověku bojovalo.

Vítejte v kouzelném Davidově domě, kde se může stát cokoli (a taky se to často stane). Kromě Davida a jeho žravého psa Moulíka se tu setkáte s panem Očkem (vševědoucím správcem domu), nápaditým vynálezcem Koumesem či Kubou Kutílkem, specialistou na převleky. V komiksu nazvaném Havěť zjistíte, který hmyz je na světě nejnebezpečnější, jak včely vyrábějí med či jak si pavouci chytají oběd.