Nick Sharratt Book order (chronological)

Do you like ketchup on your Christmas tree? Or a Santa hat onyour Christmas pud? Discover all these bonkers combinationsand more in KETCHUP ON YOUR REINDEER?, the fabulous festive follow-upto Nick Sharratt's classic bestseller, KETCHUP ON YOUR CORNFLAKES?Flip the colourful split pages, and find out just how crazyChristmas can be!

Come and explore eight of the craziest museums you've ever seen. Open the sturdy gatefold flaps to find a feast of silly objects to giggle at, from the super-stinky Poo-seum to the totally brain-boggling Confuseum. There's even a museum for you to fill in yourself: the amazing All-About-YOU-seum! Going to the museum has never been so much fun.

GROWING UP. FALLING IN LOVE. COMING OUT. Frankie is nearly fourteen and teenage life certainly comes with its ups and downs. Her mum is seriously ill with MS and Frankie can feel herself growing up quickly, no thanks to Sally and her gang of bullies at school. When Sally turns out to be not-so-mean after all, they strike up a friendship and are suddenly spending all of their time together. But Frankie starts to wonder whether these feelings she has for Sally are stronger than her other friendships. Might she really be in love? Frankie doesn't want Sally to just be her friend. She wants her to be her girlfriend. But does Sally feel the same? The must-have new novel about falling in love for the first time from bestselling, much-loved children's author, Jacqueline Wilson.

Rumble, rumble, dinosaur! Wake up dinos near and far Join the fun with a whole host of different dinosaurs throughout the course of one exciting day in the jungle ... from the friendly brontosaurus to swooping pterodactyls, the gigantic stegosaurus, and of course the FEARSOME T. Rex. Add to that a text to read aloud to the tune of 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star', and you have the perfect preschool combination! Jam-packed with dinos of every variety, this brilliant adventure provides endless fun for dinosaur fans both big and small. Little ones will love singing along to the tune of a favourite nursery rhyme, with bold, colourful illustrations by the instantly recognisable Nick Sharratt and text by the talented Katrina Charman.

Do you like ketchup on your Christmas tree? Or a Santa hat on your Christmas pud? Discover all these bonkers combinations and more in KETCHUP ON YOUR REINDEER?, the fabulous festive follow-up to Nick Sharratt's classic bestseller, KETCHUP ON YOUR CORNFLAKES? Flip the colourful split pages, and find out just how crazy Christmas can be!

Jess and Tracy Beaker have found happiness in The Dumping Ground. Not that Dumping Ground- the children's home that Tracy grew up in- but a seaside antique shop full of treasures, along with Flo, the owner, and Alfie, their dog. Jess is looking for a fantastic new boyfriend for her mum (mostly because Tracy's awful ex Sean is back on the scene). But Jess has bigger problems of her own. She's being picked on by a local kid who's got it in for her. But when Jess uncovers the truth about her new enemy, it means big changes for the Beaker Girls ..

A wonderful new story of friendship against the odds, set in the Victorian world of the much-loved Hetty Feather. Rose Rivers is the daughter of a wealthy artist and lives in luxury in a beautiful home with her siblings. But despite her comfortable life, something is missing - could a new friend be just what Rose is looking for? Beautifully illustrated by Nick Sharratt, Rose Rivers is a brilliant new addition to Hetty Feather's world, by the award-winning and bestselling Jacqueline Wilson.

Featuring a vibrant collection of vehicles like cars, buses, and planes, this board book invites young readers to explore the world of transportation. Accompanied by a musical rendition of 'Baa, Baa, Black Sheep,' it encourages interactive singing and engagement. A web link on the back provides access to the tune, enhancing the reading experience and making it a delightful choice for early learners.

Cosy up for Christmas with this brand-new festive story, starring everyone's favourite Victorian foundling, Hetty Feather! An unexpected gift leads to trouble for Hetty on Christmas Day at the Foundling Hospital, and the dreaded Matron Bottomly is delighted to have an excuse to exclude Hetty from the festive celebrations. Poor Hetty is distraught - but just when it seems that all is lost, a dear friend arrives to whisk her away for a Christmas unlike any other . . .

V nalezinci se slaví Vánoce a Hetty Featherová dostane nečekaný dárek. Její radost však vyvolá žárlivost, která přeroste do maléru. Nepřející vrchní sestra Bottomlyová Hetty zatrhne všechny sváteční dobroty a radovánky. Chudinka Hetty je zdrcená – ale když se zdá, že už je všechno ztraceno, objeví se drahá přítelkyně, aby jí dopřála takové Vánoce, jaké ještě nikdy nezažila… Touto knihou se Jacqueline Wilsonová vrací k Hetty Featherové, oblíbené hrdince své série z viktoriánské doby. Je to dokonalý dárek nejen k Vánocům pro dívky od osmi do dvanácti let od oblíbené a osvědčené autorky knih pro děti a mládež. Knížku opět vtipně ilustroval Nick Sharratt a na konci děti najdou několik stran bonusů: kvíz, mini kurz kreslení, postup na výrobu přáníčka, omalovánky, recepty...

Everyone's favourite feisty heroine - Tracy Beaker is BACK in this entertaining novel featuring her daughter Jess. Now a major TV series on CBBC and iPlayer 'An unbelievable talent' - David Walliams Jacqueline Wilson, most-loved author has sold 40 million copies of her books. Her characters don't need a cape, or a special power to be a hero to generations of children; just huge imaginations, a bit of fierceness and a big heart. And there is no hero fiercer or more iconic than Tracy. Now meet Tracy's daughter, Jess in this heart-warming tale of unconventional families and unconditional love. Jess and Tracy Beaker are the perfect team. They do everything together. Jess thinks Tracy is the best mum ever, even when she shouts at her teachers! Tracy has made the perfect home for Jess, leaving The Dumping Ground far behind her. Yes, it's tiny, a bit mouldy and the Duke Estate is a bit scary. But it's their happy home. Until Sean Godfrey, Tracy's rich boyfriend, whisks them away to a whirlwind life of fast cars and celebrity stardom. Will Jess's brilliant mum turn into a new person altogether? And will Tracy realise that her childhood dream might not be what she needs after all? _____ Shortlisted in the UK Author Category in the National Book Awards 2018! One of The Observer's Best Children's Books of 2018!

Have you ever bashed your nose? Scraped you knee? Stubbed your toe? Then this story is just for you! Come and meet Paul, Greg and Jacinta who all know how to say, 'Ouch| I Need a Plaster!' Sure to make everything better, 'Ouch!' is a fun counting book for all tree-climbers, budding doctors and tomboys everywhere.

Would you like to turn your nosy brother into an inflatable rabbit? Or transform your bossy babysitter into a giant doughnut? If so, then this is the book for you. Enter Nick Sharratt's world of magical mix-ups in this gorgeous new edition of the much-loved book. Create countless combinations of rib-tickling spells with this crazy book of mixed-up magic.

"My mother chose Clover because she wanted me to have a lucky name. Four-leaved clovers are considered very lucky, I believe." Clover Moon lives in poverty-stricken Victorian London, and her brilliant imagination is her best escape. Until tragedy plunges her into a world of grief. Clover soon realises that everything she loved about home is gone. She hears of a place she could run to, but where will she find the courage - and the chance - to break free? Could leaving her family be what she needs to find a place that really feels like home? Clover Moon is a brilliant and brave heroine from the wonderful world of Hetty Feather, brought to us by the bestselling Jacqueline Wilson. Portrays the trials and tribulations of Victorian England vividly and with compassion . . . Highly recommended - The Bookbag

Tilly can't believe it when her best friend Matty is asked to be a bridesmaid. The one wedding she'd really love to attend is her own mum and dad's - but it seems like that's never going to happen. So Tilly decides to make her own dream come true, and puts a notice in the local shop, advertising her services as a bridesmaid.

Nick Sharratt's fabulously funny debut novel is illustrated throughout with his irresistible wit and humour. The King and his cat must find a new home when their castle burns down in an Unfortunate Incident with a dragon. The King discovers lots of new experiences, from washing-up to shopping - then danger looms when the dragon makes its return!

Katy's life changes in dramatic and unexpected ways after a serious accident. Inspired by the classic novel, What Katy Did, Jacqueline Wilson creates an irresistible modern version for the twenty-first-century. Fans of Hetty Feather and Tracy Beaker will fall in love with Katy and her family too

Yet her scholarship and dreams of university are snatched away when her father is sent to prison, and fourteen-year-old Opal must start work at the Fairy Glen sweet factory to support her family. And when Opal meets Morgan, Mrs Roberts' handsome son , and heir to Fairy Glen- she believes she's found her soulmate.

Tina is a triplet, but she's always been the odd one out. Her sisters Phil and Maddie are bigger and stronger and better at just about everything. Luckily, they look after teeny-tiny Tina wherever they go - but when the girls start in scary, super-strict Miss Lovejoy's class, they're split up, and Tina has to fend for herself for the first time. Tina is horrified when she's paired up with angry bully Selma, who nobody wants to be friends with. But when Miss Lovejoy asks them to help her create a butterfly garden in the school playground, Tina discovers she doesn't always need her sisters - and that there's a lot more to Selma than first meets the eye. A beautiful, heartwarming story about friendship, confidence and becoming your own person, from the mega-bestselling author of Tracy Beaker, Hetty Feather and Sleepovers.

1953, England. Elizabeth is to be crowned Queen of England, but Elsie Kettle and her grandmother both fall ill with tuberculosis. Elsie is whisked away to a hospital where she is confined to bed for months and misses he beloved Nan desperately

A fantastic new adventure for brave, feisty Hetty Feather - one of Jacqueline Wilson's most well-loved characters. And even when she is reunited with her beloved childhood sweetheart Jem, Hetty still longs for adventure - especially when an enchanting figure from her past makes an unexpected reappearance.

The fantastic new novel from bestselling author Jacqueline Wilson, starring Diamond, the little circus acrobat who first appeared in the hugely popular Hetty Feather books: Hetty Feather, Sapphire Battersea and Emerald Star . Diamond wasn’t always a star. Born to penniless parents who longed for a strong, healthy son, she was a dainty, delicate daughter - and a bitter disappointment. Discovering she has an extraordinary gift for acrobatics, Diamond uses her talent to earn a few pennies, but brings shame on her family. Then a mysterious, cruel-eyed stranger spots her performing, and makes a deal with her father. Diamond is sold for five guineas, and is taken to become an acrobat at Tanglefield’s Travelling Circus. The crowds adore Diamond, but life behind the velvet curtains is far from glamorous. Her wicked master forces Diamond to attempt ever more daring and dangerous tricks, until she is terrified to step into the ring. But there are true friends to be found at the circus, too: the gentle Mister Marvel; the kindly Madame Adeline; and the glorious Emerald Star, Tanglefield’s brand-new ringmaster, and Diamond’s heroine. When life at the circus becomes too dangerous to bear any longer, what will the future hold for Diamond? And will her beloved Emerald be a part of it?

Hetty Feather and Sapphire Battersea [Paperback] Wilson, Jaqueline

A sequel to 'Dear Mother Goose', this is a hilarious collection of fairy stories with a difference. All the best-loved fairy-tale characters are here and they all have a different problem.

Hetty Feather is a Foundling Hospital girl and was given her name when she was left there as a baby. When she is reunited with her mother, she hopes her beautiful new name, Sapphire Battersea, will also mean a new life! But things don't always go as planned... Follow the twists and turns of Hetty's adventure as she goes out to work as a maid for a wealthy man. She longs to be reunited with her childhood sweetheart Jem - but also finds a new sweetheart, Bertie the butcher's boy, who whisks her away from her chores to experience the delights of the funfair! But Hetty's life may also take a darker path. Can she cope with the trials ahead?

Britain's most popular artist presents a brilliantly original format that very young children will delight in time and again.The witch has hidden a trick and a treat in her magical kitchen cupboards! Which one you find depends on how you open the doors. Whether it's frogspawn or popcorn, lollipops or rabbit plops, there are hilarious rhymes to discover inside in this innovative new novelty book from Nick Sharratt. Perfect for children to read again and again, this spooky title is great not only for Halloween but all year round.

Just imagine what it would be like to be as small as a mouse; or as big as a house. Imagine exploring the depths of the ocean, travelling into the past or the future - or something even stranger... This wonderfully inventive and interactive book allows a child to tell their own story, combining new elements each time. And with intricately detailed illustrations for parent and child to pore over together, this really is a book to share time and time again.

There's something Billy Bonkers doesn't want you to know. Come closer...I'll whisper it: "he has to wear his sister's underpants!" And whether Billy's flying round a go-kart track, chasing a very smelly dog, or finding some priceless long-lost treasure, it's not easy to explain: 'They're NOT MY PANTS!'

The fantastic new story about having a troublesome sister, from mega-bestselling Jacqueline Wilson. Being a sister isn't always easy... but what's the very worst thing about your sister? Marty and her sister Melissa couldn't be more different. Marty loves her Converse trainers, playing football, hiding in her secret den and helping her dad with his DIY. But Melissa loves Justin Bieber and all things pink, girly and pretty. The sisters can manage to live together, despite their occasional scraps but then Mum tells them they have to share a room. For Marty, having to share her bunk beds and lose her private sanctuary turns out to be the very worst thing about having a sister. But the girls soon discover that being too close for comfort can have unexpected consequences, and when an accident happens, the sisters realise they are closer than they thought.

This dip-in book helps parents who want to give their baby the best start in life. It helps them pick the right type of board and picture books to enhance their baby's reading, writing and numeracy skills. It shows them how to develop these skills using imaginative play with lots of storytelling and communication activities.

Dinosaurs Dexter and Daisy take a car trip to visit their friend Delilah. Readers are asked to travel with them and help read and navigate the many signs they encounter along the route.

Ella's life changes after her mother remarriesand it doesn't make her feel very happy - Things get much worse after her baby brother is born when her mother falls into a coma - How is the family going to manage?

Lizzie refuses to speak to anyone. She's fed up at having to join a new family and nothing can coax her to speak to them. Until she meets a member of the family who is more stubborn than her

Lily isn't home alone - but she sort of wishes she was; looking after her three younger siblings is a lot of responsibility. When Mum goes off on holiday with her new boyfriend and her stepdad fails to show up, Lily is determined to keep the family together and show they can cope without any grown-ups.

Smarties Book Prize Gold Award The Gruffalo Activities Books Collection Julia Donaldson Gruffalo Collection 11 Books Set (The Gruffalo, Stick Man, Tabby MacTat, One Mole Digging A Hole, Hippo Has A Hat, Toddle Waddle, Rosie's Hat, One Ted Falls Out of Bed, Night Monkey Day Monkey, Chocolate Mousse For Greedy Goose)

"Follow Tracy in this special adventure in aid of Comic Relief as she heads for fame and fortune. Will she swap Peter's locket live on TV? And is it possible that Tracy herself might lose her heart ...?"--Cover.

London, 1876. Hetty Feather is just a tiny baby when her mother leaves her at the Foundling Hospital. The Hospital cares for abandoned children—but Hetty must first live with a foster family until she is big enough to go to school. Life in the countryside is hard, but Hetty helps in the fields and plays games with her foster brothers, Jem and Gideon. Together they sneak off to visit the travelling circus, and Hetty is mesmerised by the show—especially the stunning Madame Adeline and her performing horses. Hetty returns to the Foundling Hospital to begin her education—the awful uniforms and terrible food are a struggle for her, and she desperately misses her beloved Jem. But now she has the chance to find her real mother. Could she really be the wonderful Madame Adeline? Or will Hetty find the truth is even more surprising?

'I'm Sadie and I'm nearly nine. Mum's a childminder, but she doesn't have to mind me. I can mind myself, easy-peasy. Lucky for Mum, because now she's got the flu, so I've got to mind her - and help with all the babies!'A hilarious, entertaining and lively account, told throughout in Sadie's own words, of one chaotic week in the life of a young girl whose mother is a childminder.

Presents a humorous retelling in rhyme of the classic fairy tale in which a mistreated young woman meets her prince with the help of her fairy godmother.

A lift-the-flap, pop-up fairy tale, featuring a QR code to scan for a free audio reading.

April knows she was found in a dustbin fourteen years ago as a new-born baby. And now she's fairly happily settled with her foster mother, Marion. But she's desperate to recall what happened in the intervening years, and to see if she can find out where she really came from in the first place. This novel presents her story.

A wonderfully written and engaging memoir of Jacqueline Wilson's life as a teenager - her problems with her family, first love, her school life and her friends. Read extracts from her real secret teenage diaries and the stories she wrote as a teenager, to

Pearl and Jodie are sisters. Pearl is the younger one, small, shy and anxious. Jodie is nearly three years older, bold and brash and bad and Pearl adores her. When their parents get new jobs at Melchester College, a Victorian Gothic mansion, the girls spend a bizarre summer holiday in the boarding school with just a few leftover children for company. Things start to change now they are in their new home. Jodie has always been the leader but now it's Pearl who's making new friends. When term begins, their strange summer is over. But things keep on changing. Jodie really doesn't fit in with the posh teenagers in her class. Pearl is blossoming. Maybe she doesn't need Jodie as much as she used to. But Jodie needs her. And when the school celebration of Firework Night comes around and a tragic event occurs, Pearl realises quite how much she does need her big sister.

What can that be in the foggy, foggy forest? Whether it's a fairy queen on a trampoline, three brown bears on picnic chairs, or an ogre doing yoga, children will love trying to guess what each foggy silhouette will be. This unusual novelty book uses opaque paper to create the mysterious misty landscape, and hilarious fairytale fun lies around every corner.

Sylvie and Carl have been friends since they were tiny children. They’ve always played together, eaten with each other’s families, called each other boyfriend and girlfriend and deep down, Sylvie has always believed that they’d end up married to each other. They even have a magical fantasy world that belongs to them alone — and the glass hut where it’s all created, at the bottom of Carl’s garden.But as they become teenagers, things are starting to change. They each have different friends. Sylvie would still rather spend all her time with Carl. But Carl has a new friend, Paul, who is taking all his attention. And he seems much less happy to be called Sylvie’s boyfriend. And in a game of spin the bottle, he avoids having to kiss her. Sylvie can tell his feelings have changed and that her plans for the future may be affected. But can she guess at the true reasons behind it all? A moving, compelling and delicately handled treatment of sexuality from the Children’s Laureate.

Beauty Cookson is no beauty. She's a plain, timid girl who constantly feels inferior to the super-confident, snooty girls at school. Worse than the teasing in the playground, though, is the unpredictable, hurtful criticism from her father. Beauty and her meek, sweet mother live in uneasy fear of his fierce rages, sparked whenever they break one of his fussy house rules. Eventually, after an unbearable birthday party and the very real threat of Dad's out-of-control temper, Mum and Beauty run away. Finding themselves in a quiet, idyllic seaside village, their new-found freedom and a moment of culinary inspiration give them a hobby, an income and even a new nickname for Beauty. Can they begin a happier, sweeter life - without Dad? A charming, page-turning and heart-warming story from this beloved author.

Mandy has been picked on at school for as long as she can remember. That's why she is delighted when cheeky, daring, full-of-fun Tanya picks her as a friend. Mum isn't happy - she thinks Tanya's a BAD GIRL and a bad influence. Mandy's sure Tanya can only get her out of trouble, not into it... or could she?

A lavish, full-colour extravaganza filled with party ideas, quizzes, hobbies and games, plus tid-bits about her books — and fantastic new stories from Jacqueline too. Will make a Jacqueline Wilson fan very happy.

Start with one boy called Nick, and add one girl called Sue, then count all the way to ten cakes for tea! Join friends Sue and Nick on a bright and exciting journey from one to ten and all the way back again.

Sunday bun-day, Monday run-day, Tuesday snooze-day... Every day's a fun day with this little dog and his friends. With pictures and simple rhymes, this story book - with rounded comers - is suitable for beginner readers.

Join Mrs Pirate on a riotous, rhyming shopping trip. With colourful pictures and simple rhymes, this story book - with rounded comers - is suitable for beginner readers.

This is a great picture book to share - the bouncy rhyming text makes it perfect for reading aloud and children will love the simple visual jokes.

Takes a look back at the author's own childhood in the story of friendships, loneliness, books, toys, parents, and more. This work explores her early years with the lightness of touch that imbues her novels and covers issues such as her parents' extra-marital affairs with delicacy. It features photographs and illustrations by Nick Sharratt.

Další příběh Tima, který tentokrát prožije spolu se svým kamarádem Piškotem dobrodružství na dovolené s rodiči. Volně navazuje na knihu "Přežít".

Odhal tajemství trávicí soustavy člověka s tímto zábavným průvodcem. Lidé jsou dutí. Je to tak. Všichni jsme vlastně jenom trubka, na každém konci s dírou. Jedním otvorem vstoupí jídlo a druhým vyjde něco... no úplně jiného. Ale co tak hrozného se děje mezi tím?

Tracy Beaker is back...and she's just desperate for a role in her school play. They're performing A Christmas Carol and for one extremely worrying moment, the irrepressible Tracy thinks she might not even get to play one of the unnamed street urchins. But then she is cast in the main role. Can she manage to act grumpy, difficult and sulky enough to play Ebenezer Scrooge? Well, she does have a bit of help on that front from Justine Pain-In-The-Bum Littlewood.... As Tracy prepares for her big moment, Cam is the one helping her learn her lines. But all Tracy really wants to know is if her film-star mum will make it back from Hollywood in time to watch her in her starring role. This hilarious and heartbreaking new story from the bestselling, award-winning, Jacqueline Wilson, follows her most popular character through ups and downs, laughs and tears. Fifteen years on from her first appearance on the page, Tracy Beaker is as vibrant and entertaining as ever.

Come and shop at the zoopermarket, where the food is not all it seems. A fun lift-the-flap book for young children

Lots of clothes! Let's try them. Maybe we can buy them.   There is chaos in the clothes shop when the animals go on a glorious shopping spree. Zebra's zipper is stuck and Toad's tracksuit is far too big, but Flamingo finds a stylish bag, and Caterpillar's shoes are really cool. There has never been a fashion show like it. Rhyming text is perfect for interactive play with young children and inspires them to play dress up. 

Presents a suitable way to learn about opposites. Whether it's a quiet cat and a noisy dog, a freezing cold or a hot and sunny day or a super fast leopard and a family of slowly-slow snails, this book introduces various sorts of opposites in a memorable way.

A great reissuing of a perennially popular split-page book inviting children to howl with laughter at the fantastic and fantastical food concoctions they create. Do you like ketchup on your cornflakes? Tying in with Nick Sharratt's position as official illustrator for World Book Day 2006, this larger format edition, with its best cover yet, will ensure KETCHUP's continuing longevity.

In Really, Really, strong-willed Daisy has the kind of babysitting experience every child dreams about. When Angela babysits for the first time, Daisy eats up her mum's note and tells her that she usually has ice-cream and chips for tea, never has a bath before bed, and always stays up watching videos till midnight! Will Angela believe her? And what will happen when Mum comes home?In You Do!, Daisy turns the tables on her mum with hilarious results! Each time Mum tries to reprimand Daisy for a bad habit, Daisy has an example of when Mum did it too. Mum tells her: 'Don't pick your nose!'' "You do!' says Daisy, pointing out the time Mum was picking her nose on the way to Gran's. Find out how Mum finally stops Daisy saying "You do!"Includes eight pages of brilliant activities! Match the naughty things that both Mum and Daisy do, plus counting, dot-to-dot and spot the difference fun with Daisy.

Join in the fun at this delicious dinner party, where good manners aren't on the menu!Duck won't eat his carrots. Moth's eating the cloth, and Sheep would rather sleep than wash the dishes. Thank goodness some of the animals know how to behave.Even the smallest toddler will enjoy the wonderfully silly animal antics in this book -- you've never been to a dinner party like it!Trademark Julia Donaldson rhymes and rhythms are perfect to read aloud, and Nick Sharratt's mischievous and funny illustrations make the bright and playful Chocolate Mousse for Greedy Goose a sure winner. Just right for toddlers!Look out Hippo Has a Hat, Animal Music, Toddle Waddle and Goat Goes to Playgroup.

CHOOSING BETWEEN PARENTS AND FRIENDS Candyfloss is the perfect introduction to Jacqueline Wilson. When Floss's mother and stepfather announce they are moving to Australia for six months, Floss has to decide whether to go with them or stay home with Dad--inept, but loving and always lots of fun. And how will her choice affect her friendship with her popular but not-so-loyal best friend, Rhiannon? About girls everywhere, for girls everywhere, Candyfloss speaks in universals: it's about friendship, family, and growing up in a complicated world. Like all Wilson's novels, it has an honesty and cheerful integrity that offers a real alternative to the materialistic values of so much fiction aimed at girls.

A moving exploration of what happens when a school student falls in love with a teacher.

Fairy tales have never been so funky! Oh, please let me cross, said the middle-sized goat But the troll only snapped, What's your hurry? With some herbs and some spices and served up with rice, You would make a delicious goat curry! A traditional fairy tale, retold in witty contemporary verse. With hilarious illustrations and flaps to lift on every page, this book will entertain and amuse readers of all ages.

Alice and Gemma have been best friends since the day they were born. They see each other every day and share everything but one day Gemma finds out Alice is keeping a secret. When Gemma finds out what it is, will she and Alice be able to stay best friends? Suggested level: primary, intermediate.

A wonderful addition to the bookshelves of Jacqueline Wilson's vast fanbase, this fun-packed quiz book will keep children amused for hours. Full of questions about all of her bestselling books, including THE STORY OF TRACY BEAKER, DOUBLE ACT and THE ILLUSTRATED MUM. Also includes questions on Jacqueline herself! Perfect for testing friends, keeping quiet on long journeys and showing off just how much you know about Jacqueline Wilson!

A wonderful rhyme book full of action and noise—guaranteed to make kids love poetry!Whenever I'm tired of being me I swing around like a chimpanzee. Are you tired of being you? Here's a whole bookful of things you can do! There are rhymes to make you wriggle and giggle, shrug and sigh, snap like a crocodile and slither like a snake. Julia Donaldson's verse jumps off the page and Nick Sharratt's snazzy illustrations add to the fun. Do the actions! Make the noises! Audience participation is guaranteed!

If you loved Jacqueline Wilson’sBest Friends, here is another superb, thought-provoking novel for readers of 8+. Em adores her funny, glamorous dad – who cares if he’s not her real father? He’s wonderful to her, and to her little brother and sister. True to form, at Christmas, Dad gives them fantastic presents, including a real emerald ring for his little Princess Em. Unfortunately, he’s got another surprise in store – he’s leaving them. Will Dad’s well-meaning but chaotic attempts to keep seeing Em and the other children help the family come to terms with this new crisis? Or would they be better off with a clean break – just like Em’s arm? From the Hardcover edition.

The Diamond girls move to a terible house on a run-down estate - They need to sort out their differences before their mother comes home from hospital with their new brother.

Imagine you could go anywhere, with anyone and do anything. Where would you live? Where would you sleep? Who would be your friends? What games would you play? Go on . . . you choose! With the help of Nick Sharratt's wonderfully detailed illustrations, Pippa Goodhart looks at a whole range of scenarios where choosing is made fun!

Ten-year-old Andrea tries to deal with her parents' divorce and the presence of stepparents, stepsisters, and stepbrothers

When life with Jayni's violent-tempered father becomes too frightening to cope with, Jayni, her mum and her little brother Kenny are forced to escape in the middle of the night. Slipping out of the house unseen, travelling up to London by train and checking into a hotel - it's almost like playing an elaborate game. They even make up false identities to protect their secret, and Jayni becomes the glamorous-sounding Lola Rose. But when money runs out and reality bites, what will they do next?

Joe and Alan's plan to get revenge on Billy backfires when their secret weapon, the prettiest girl in their fifth grade class, becomes Billy's friend instead

Small pants, big pants, giant frilly big pants... a hilarious celebration of pants that will have you singing, dancing and waving your knickers in the air!

Hilarious tale, now a major film, in which Billy must somehow eat fifteen worms in fifteen days... Ages 9-11.

Wilson is one of the most popular, best-selling children's novelists.

A fourth instalment of the "Girls" series. Ellie, Magda and Nadine are back - but they're not very happy! Buckets of tears are wept and hundreds of tissues filled. Can the girls' friendship survive these testing times?

The best-selling story of two very different girls who share a deep secret.