John Wood Books

Grome is the monster that all other monsters fear. This is because he is the one that wakes them up in the morning with a big trombone. But one day the trombone goes missing...

Lord Pomp wants a painting of himself, so he invites the village artist, Joy, to his castle. However, during dinner Joy notices hidden messages in her food. Not everything in Castle Pomp is as it seemsaEURO|

"Emotions are like a rainbow--there is a color for every one we fee . . . Simple activities, tips, and tricks help young readers whose jealous green shines brightest in the rainbows of their colorful minds . . . Soon, the other colors of their emotions rainbow will shine with this mindfulness book that supports readers exploring their emotions"--Provided by publisher.

Young readers will discover the joy of building simple machines through engaging activities in this delightful series. Each installment encourages creativity and hands-on learning, making complex concepts accessible and fun for aspiring inventors.

The Dame of Faketown decides that nobody is allowed to walk on the floor. What will her people do?

Young readers are introduced to the fascinating world of simple machines through engaging projects in this delightful series. Each installment encourages creativity and hands-on learning, allowing children to build their own machines while exploring fundamental concepts in mechanics. The series emphasizes fun and education, making it an ideal resource for budding inventors and makers.

Don't read this story. It has gone completely wrong inside. All the pages are mixed up, and the main character is missing. Someone has messed it up. If I were you, I would go and read a normal book.

Our minds are full of color. They are a big, beautiful rainbow of emotions. Sometimes, one color shines brighter than any of the others. Learn what you can do when you are feeling jealous green! Book jacket.

Our minds are full of color. They are a big, beautiful rainbow of emotions. Sometimes, one color shines brighter than any of the others. Learn what you can do when you are feeling confused pink! Book jacket.

Young readers will explore the fascinating world of simple machines through engaging activities that encourage hands-on learning and creativity. This series provides clear instructions and fun projects, allowing children to build their own devices while understanding the principles behind them. Perfect for budding inventors, it combines education with play, fostering a love for science and engineering.

Engaging young makers, this series offers hands-on opportunities to learn about and build simple machines. It combines creativity with educational concepts, allowing children to explore engineering principles while having fun with construction projects.

It should be another normal art lesson for Mr Grumpton. However, suddenly one of his students, Archie, has a very strange trip to the toilet. Now it is up to Mr Grumpton to protect Archie from government agents, greedy businessmen, and an out-of-pocket caretaker

An awful smell ruins the clowns' road trip. One of them is guilty, but who?!?

In 1998 John Wood was a rising executive at Microsoft . Then a trip to Nepal inspired him to set up schools and libraries in the developing world. Fuelled by the same drive that made him a top executive, Wood took his business acumen into the charity sector and created Room to Read, a stunningly effective organisation that has created a network of more than 2,000 schools and libraries throughout Asia and Africa in only six years. Leaving Microsoft to Change the World chronicles John Wood's incredible journey, his first years at Microsoft, his life-changing decision to leave, and the adventure that followed.

Our minds are full of color. They are a big, beautiful rainbow of emotions. Sometimes, one color shines brighter than any of the others. Learn what you can do when you are feeling lonely gray! Book jacket.

There is more than milk and butter in the fridge. Now it is full of rude words too! People come from far and wide to hear what it will say next.

Young readers are introduced to the world of simple machines through engaging activities that encourage hands-on learning. This delightful series guides makers in understanding basic engineering concepts while fostering creativity and problem-solving skills. Each book provides clear instructions and inspiring ideas, making it an excellent resource for budding inventors.

Kid King is trapped with his clown, Jokes Malone. He is worried about the people in the nearby town. After a long winter, the town has run out of food. He needs to help them, but the snow is too thick to leave the castle! Can Kid King save them, or will he be trapped with Jokes Malone forever?

* Unique and targeted Phase 5 introductory focus* Phonetically decodable using graphemes and phonemes aligned with Letters and Sounds* Created in line with the London Institute of Education's approach to book banding* Wonderfully unique and accessible stories that feature a wide variety of characters from different backgrounds* Ordered to support each phase of Letters and Sounds* Feature exercises and questions to offer reinforcement and ascertain comprehension

"It is the day of the gardening contest. But the gardeners are quite odd this year. Sanam has snails in her pockets. Winifred glues clocks on her hands. But all that is nothing compared to what Prue is hiding"--Publisher's description

"Emotions are like a rainbow--there is a color for every one we feel . . . Simple activities, tips, and tricks help young readers make confident orange shine brightest in the rainbows of their colorful minds . . . Soon, the other colors of their emotions rainbow will shine with this mindfulness book that supports readers exploring their emotions"--Provided by publisher.

An ABC book in which each letter of the alphabet is associated with a person's name and profession.

"What do birds eat, where do they build their nests, and why are some so colorful? Come to forest school to find out! Engage your curiosity about birds with exploration through the forest and hands-on activities. Colorful illustrations paired with bright photos make learning about the forest fun"--

"What kinds of rocks and sticks can you spot in the woods? Come to forest school to find out! Engage your curiosity with exploration through the forest and hands-on activities. Colorful illustrations paired with bright photos make learning about the forest fun"--

"Which creatures live in the forest's trees? Which ones live underground? How about the animals in between? Come to forest school to find out! Engage your curiosity about creatures with exploration through the forest and hands-on activities. Colorful illustrations paired with bright photos make learning about the forest fun"--

The Fixer, a unique character who can build and repair anything despite lacking hands, shares insights into enhancing your building and engineering skills. This engaging guide invites readers to explore practical techniques and challenges, encouraging creativity and problem-solving in construction projects.

Celebrating diversity, this series explores the beauty of human bodies in various shapes and sizes. It showcases an inclusive range of individuals from different backgrounds, emphasizing the uniqueness and wonder of our physical forms. Each book aims to promote acceptance and appreciation of all bodies, fostering a positive understanding of diversity.

* An interesting, hands-on approach to STEM subjects* Illustrated characters and beautiful design will bring the topic to life for experienced and reluctant readers alike * STEM subjects such as engineering have international appeal* The build-along, interactive activity will aid teaching and understanding, as well as giving a sense of achievement

Tash doesn’t sleep. At night, Tash runs from the monsters who haunt the jungle. But Tash can’t run forever. Then one day Tash finds a family of bugs with a secret…

The sun has stopped working, but the Prime Minister knows just who to callâe¦

* An interesting, hands-on approach to STEM subjects* Illustrated characters and beautiful design will bring the topic to life for experienced and reluctant readers alike * STEM subjects such as engineering have international appeal* The build-along, interactive activity will aid teaching and understanding, as well as giving a sense of achievement

In a whimsical tale, Sir Squash is the go-to character for solving problems, though his success isn't guaranteed. When he faces a challenge, Bernard steps in to lend a hand. This story cleverly incorporates the phoneme /er/, making it an engaging read for young learners. The playful narrative encourages problem-solving and teamwork, making it both entertaining and educational.

"When you wish upon a star it gets made on The Wishing Starship a factory for wishes. Making wishes is hard work and it gets even harder when one of the shipmates makes a very unsafe wish"--Publisher's description