Dan Metcalf is celebrated for his imaginative children's adventure series. He brings a distinctive and playful voice to his writing, crafting worlds and characters that spark the imagination. His creative drive is evident in his ambition to develop major adventure series and original superhero comics.
Based on CITV's most-watched after school show starring Johnny Vegas! Packed with character profiles, story spreads, silly pranks and fun games, An Official Guide to... The Rubbish World of Dave Spud is a must-have for fans of the show.
Scientific research on alcoholics as medicine is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1882. Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.
The realities of World War One on the front line, as experienced by a naïve young kitten. When young farm cat Tom is transported from his home in Devon to the trenches of World War One, he makes firm friends with boy soldier Jim. Adopting Tom as his lucky charm, Jim promises to get Tom home to Devon if he makes sure he gets through the war. Tom uses his senses and instinct to protect his friend, fighting his own fears and battles along the way. Between 1914 and 1918, thousands of cats were sent to the trenches in Belgium and France. This is the story of just one. In the centenary of the Great Wars, find out how lives were lived and lost in the trenches of the Somme. One hundred years on, ensure that we remember the fallen. - Fact driven and fully researched to give readers an accurate impression of life in wartime. - Ties in with history curriculum and the current centenary of the Great War. - The cat protagonist provides an impartial viewer of the fighting. - Contains educational glossary and afterword. - Inspired by tales such as Blitzcat by Robert Westall and The Amazing Story of Adolphus Tips by Michael Morpurgo - Provides a view of war from the point of view of an innocent bystander like Fireweed by Jill Paton Walsh.
3142 AD. Humanity is on the verge of extinction after genetically engineered dinosaurs reclaimed the planet during the Dino Wars. Adam Caine lives in the secluded village of Bastion. When an old biological weapon is activated, Adam knows it is down to him to stop it. With his sister Chloe and best friend Dag, Adam must find four Dilotron crystals before time runs out but one might just be at the centre of a city full of carnivorous raptors...
Adam Caine and his friends have been able to find two Dilotron crystals so far but they still need to find two more to deactivate the deadly Coda Program. One might be at the heart of Pteratopolis, the city of pterosaurs, but will Adam and Chloe be able to work together to get it?
Set in 1928, the story follows nine-year-old investigator Lottie and her friends as they embark on a thrilling quest to locate a missing Egyptian cat statue that has mysteriously disappeared from the British Museum. As they unravel clues, the adventure unfolds, blending elements of mystery and friendship, showcasing the determination of young sleuths in a historical setting.
The Americanized version of "The Egyptian Enchantment: A Lottie Lipton Adventure" follows Lottie Lipton on her thrilling escapades. Set against the backdrop of ancient mysteries, Lottie navigates through enchanting landscapes and encounters intriguing characters, all while unraveling secrets of the past. The narrative combines adventure with elements of history and culture, appealing to readers who enjoy a blend of excitement and discovery in their literary journeys.
First published in 2016 by Bloomsbury Education.
Things are not going well for Jackson 'Jax' Hibert. He wanted to fit in at his new school but now everyone knows he's a maths whizz. Even worse, he's been asked to join a secret (and totally uncool) group of code breakers: the Codebusters. Their mission is to solve mysteries and fight crime. So far, they've found a missing hamster... But now, someone has stolen the school's math prize from the trophy cabinet, and the only clue is a mysterious code. This looks like a case for the Codebusters!Funny, exciting or a little bit spooky, Black Cats are fast-paced stories with short chapters and illustrations throughout - stepping stones to reading confidence.Book band: Dark BlueIdeal for ages: 9+
Will Galaxy Defender Jamie Jones be able to stop the evil Crow? Oxford Reading Tree All Stars stories are imaginative yet age-appropriate, perfect for stretching able infants. All Stars is endorsed by Potential Plus, a leading charity which supports children with high learning potential.