Dave Gibbons

John Gibbons is an environmental journalist and commentator who has been speaking about climate change in Ireland for over a decade. The Lie of the Land is his first book.

John Gibbons

Stella Gibbons was born in London in 1902. She went to the North London Collegiate School and studied journalism at University College, London. She then worked for ten years on various papers, including the Evening Standard. Stella Gibbons is the author of twenty-five novels, three volumes of short stories, and four volumes of poetry. Her first novel Cold Comfort Farm (1932) was an immediate success and won the Femina Vie Heureuse Prize for 1933. Among her works are Nightingale Wood (1938), The Bachelor (1944), Westwood (1946), and Starlight (1967). She was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society of Literature in 1950. Stella Gibbons died in 1989.

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Romesh Ranganathan

Yasmin Bandara has NO IDEA what she wants to be when she grows up. 
 
Her parents want her to become a doctor and focus on school, they won’t even let her play computer games unless it’s an educational one called Monkey House. Yasmin’s amazing at it, but yawn! 
 
So when her best friend Zane introduces her to an exciting football game called FifPro, Yasmin can’t get enough! She secretly plays whenever she can, hoping one day she’ll be as good as her favourite gamer, mysteriously known as ‘The Goat’. 
 
But balancing schoolwork with gaming is starting to make Yasmin’s head SPIN. And when she’s invited to play in tournaments for both games, she realises she’s got to make a choice. 
 
Can Yasmin make her parents proud AND beat The Goat, or will it be GAME OVER?

Yasmin Bandara Levels Up!

Bluey

Join Bluey and Bingo as they play games in this lift-the-flap adventure! 
 
Bluey and Bingo are having fun playing their favourite games. They freeze dad with their Magic Xylophone, turn the backyard into a zoo (watch out for the big blue daddy gorilla) and dress-up as Rita and Janet, the mischievous Grannies. Lift the flaps to play along and join in the fun! 
 
What other adventures will you go on with Bluey? Also available: 
Bluey: I Love My Family 
Bluey: Queens 
Bluey: Charades 
Bluey: Sleepytime 
 
Bluey is an Emmy award-winning Australian children's television programme currently showing on Disney+ in the UK that celebrates play. Along with her friends and family, blue heeler Bluey enjoys exploring the world and using her imagination to turn everyday life into an amazing adventure. Join Bluey in this fun new collection of story, activity and novelty books.

Bluey: What Games Should We Play?

A Lift-the-Flap Book

Arthur Ransome

'I was wrong,' said Captain Flint. 'He's not mad but bad. It isn't only eggs he wants. He wants to take the credit for it. You're quite right. It's up to us, it's up to the ship, to see he doesn't.'Dick's birdwatching discovery turns the cruise of the Sea Bear into a desperate chase. Not only do the Swallows and Amazons have to prove the facts of the case but they also have to dodge the savage natives and evade the ruthless pursuit of a fanatic egg-collector, determined to kill a pair of rare birds and steal the credit. Fortunately, Nancy has a few plans.

Great Northern?

John, Susan, Titty and Roger, the crew of the Swallow, take on the job of mapping the mass of small islands round Pin Mill while living on the biggest one. But who are the mysterious savages who lurk in the islands - and is the tribal totem they find in their campsite a threat of attack. ?

Secret Water

Bluey is on a family camping trip, where she makes a new friend, Jean-Luc. 
 
Even though Bluey and Jean-Luc don't speak the same language, they teach each other how to camp, plant trees and hunt a "wild pig". 
 
This lovely picture book is all about the magic of friendship.

Bluey: Camping

Ladybird

High Dwight is Book 16 of 23 in Actiphons Level 2, and is designed for an adult and child to read together. This story is also available as part of Actiphons Level 2 Box 2. 
 
High Dwight is so tall that he can see above everyone! But who will he find stuck in the tree? 
 
Actiphons is an energetic phonics series for children who are learning to read. These lively stories practise 70 letter sounds, each with its own fun character and action, to help children become confident, fluent readers. 
 
Every book contains simple activities and tips, as well as a unique code which unlocks a collection of free online resources, including a song, audiobook and animation for each story. 
 
Visit the Ladybird Education website and use the Get Set! reading check to find the perfect Actiphons book for every child.

Actiphons Level 2 Book 16 High Dwight

Learn phonics and get active with Actiphons!

Paul May

"THEY'LL PULVERIZE US!" 
 
Fizz and her mates at Hillside Primary love playing football - but the school team's first match is against the Church Street gang (mean, nasty and horrible - and that's how they play their football too). That's when their teacher decides Smithy gets the job of goalkeeper - a position Smithy HATES. Now they've got to play against the roughest bunch ever, with a goalie who doesn't want to be there. Can Fizz and Smithy team up to beat the Church Street team?

Nice One Smithy!

'Well,' said Nancy, 'You know what it's like. Dark at teatime and sleeping indoors: nothing ever happens in the winter holidays.'Nothing - except a polar expedition, full of mountain rescues, blizzards, igloos, ice sailing and heroic work amidst the frozen wastes. For Dick and Dorothea, newcomers to the lake, meeting up with the Swallows and Amazons sweeps them into a wild adventure where they must prove their worth to the team

Winter Holiday

Tove Jansson

A bright and bold novelty format with a different slide and pull tab on every spread. 
 
It's a beautiful day in Moominvalley and Moomin is going on an adventure! He is determined to find his best friend Snufkin. Could he be hiding up in the trees, or down by the lake, or inside a very dark cave? 
 
Help Moomin explore the great outdoors in this delightful and interactive board book.

Moomin and the Great Outdoors

'Swallows and Amazons for ever!' 
 
Rediscover this classic tale of adventure. 
 
 The Walker children - also known as Captain John, Mate Susan, Able-Seaman Titty, and Ship's Boy Roger - set sail on the Swallow and head for Wild Cat Island. There they camp under open skies, swim in clear water and go fishing for their dinner. But their days are disturbed by the Blackett sisters, the fierce Amazon pirates. The Swallows and Amazons decide to battle it out, and so begins a summer of unforgettable discoveries and incredible adventures. 
 
 EXTRA ACTIVITIES INCLUDED: Crack the Swallow's code and learn all about the adventurous author in the brilliant extra educational resources included in this edition.

Swallows and Amazons

'Ahoy! Ahoy! Swallows! Ahoy!' 
 
Have you ever sailed in a boat or built a camp? Have you caught trout and cooked it yourself? The four Swallows, John, Susan, Titty and Roger return to the lake full of such plans and they can't wait to meet up with Nancy and Peggy, the Amazon Pirates. When the Swallow is shipwrecked and the Amazon's fearsome Great-Aunt makes decides to make a visit their summer seems ruined. Then they discover a wonderful hidden valley and things take a turn for the better... 
 
BACKSTORY: Discover the real Swallowdale, swot up on seafaring and learn all about the adventurous author.

Swallowdale

Eric Hill

It's a lovely day and Spot and his friends are ready to play football together. 
 
Spot and Helen are captains of the red and blue teams, but who will score the most goals? 
Join the group of animal friends and the much-loved Spot as they learn it's the taking part that counts - and, most importantly, have fun. 
 
If you loved this, try Where's Spot?, Spot Goes to the Swimming Pool and Spot Goes to the Fire Station for more adventures with Spot!

Spot Plays Football

Anthony McGowan

Join Ludo, Noah, Jamie and Phillip - the Bare Bum Gang - as they defend their gang headquarters with Smarties tube fart bombs and other ingenious traps. The gang's new (and unwanted!) name is bad enough, but things are about to get much worse. Their number 1 enemies have challenged them to a football match, and the prize at stake is the gang den. And guess what - they're all completely rubbish at football! 
 
How can they save the den? How can they get back their pride? 
 
Find out in the first Bare Bum Gang adventure!

The Bare Bum Gang and the Football Face-Off

James Patterson

Katts and doggs are supposed to be sworn enemies, not . . . in LOVE! Gross! 
 
Wilderness adventurers and expert trackers Molly the katt and Oscar the dogg go camping with their families: parents, siblings, cousins, aunts and uncles. One big reunion! It would be fun if there weren't so many rules to follow at the campsite. ATTENTION KATTS AND DOGGS: No crossing the border, or you'll be asked to leave the Eastern Wilderness Reserve. If you're still alive. 
 
Molly and Oscar must outsmart the rule-makers when they discover that their katt and dogg cousins have run away together - for reasons only Molly and Oscar will understand. Now the clever pair must find and warn their cousins before all four of them are in need of a serious rescue mission.

Katt Loves Dogg

Hey Duggee

Duggee and the Squirrels are off on a camping adventure! 
 
Will they be able to find the perfect place to pitch their tents and who will they meet along the way? Lift the flaps to find out. 
 
Join Duggee and the Squirrels on this fun adventure outside the clubhouse! 
 
Want more Duggee? Also available: 
 
Hey Duggee: Treasure Hunt A lift-the-flap book 
Hey Duggee: Dinosaurs: A lift-the-flap book 
Hey Duggee: Spooky Fun: A lift-the-flap book 
Hey Duggee: Hide and Seek: A lift-the-flap book

Hey Duggee: The Camping Badge

Join Ladybird Class on another imaginative learning adventure! Nia Hedgehog, Noah Panda and friends find themselves in Zap Land, a magical video game world where they can create wonderful buildings and hunt for treasure. But some pesky witches and wizards have other ideas! Can Ladybird Class defeat them and win the game? 
 
The Video Game is from Developing Reader Level 2. It is ideal for children aged 6+ who are confidently using their phonics knowledge and can read short, simple sentences with only a little help. Frequently repeated words help improve fluency and confidence. 
 
Read It Yourself is a series of modern stories, traditional tales and first reference books written in a simple way for children who are learning to read in English. 
 
Beginner Reader Level 0 is a twelve-step programme to support children who are developing their phonics reading skills. It introduces new letters and sounds in a systematic order. 
 
Levels 1 to 4 are written for children who are moving beyond phonics and gaining reading confidence and fluency. Each book includes simple sentences and high-frequency words, as well as a limited number of new words for essential reading practice. 
 
Each book has been thoroughly checked by educational consultants and includes tips for helping children with their reading, as well as comprehension puzzles and book band information. 
 
With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading, Read It Yourself helps every child on their journey to becoming a confident reader.

Ladybird Class The Video Game: Read It Yourself - Level 2 Developing Reader

Chris Chatterton

Hello, Niko! Time for a dunk. 
Uh-oh, Niko! Where are your trunks? 
 
Help little Niko find his trunks, make a splash and race with friends in this interactive board book, packed with push-and-pull sliders and flaps. Children will love joining in with the fun-filled rhyming text and playing along with the story. 
 
Niko is a little bear who sometimes gets things a bit wrong. Whatever happens, he always tries again, learning new skills and having fun along the way! For fans of Maisy and Bizzy Bear, this series is the perfect introduction to daily routines and first experiences for toddlers.

Uh-Oh, Niko: Swimming

You’re never too small to dream big! 
 
Relive all the fun of the original film GOAT from Sony Pictures Animation in this novelization perfect for anyone ready to root for the underdog, or in this case, undergoat! 
 
Find out more in this book based on GOAT, an original film from Sony Pictures Animation (Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, KPop Demon Hunters) and producer Stephen Curry. Voice talent includes: Caleb McLaughlin, Gabrielle Union, Stephen Curry, Nicola Coughlan, Nick Kroll, David Harbour, Jenifer Lewis, Aaron Pierre, Patton Oswalt, Jelly Roll, and Jennifer Hudson. 
 
Will Harris, a small but tough goat, has always dreamed of playing roarball: the fastest, fiercest coed sport in the world. But in a game built for big animals, underdogs like him don't get a chance. When Will gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play with his hero, this determined outsider will change the game forever.

GOAT: The Official Novelization

James Kochalka

Sam-I-Am's grumpy best pal Walter is stuck indoors, missing out on the wonderful world around him. But does he care? Nope! 
 
Sure, it might be nice to have a green-eggs-and-ham picnic on a hike ... But doesn't Sam-I-Am know about all of the bugs? And what about the flowers that make you sneeze? Or the rivers that block your way? No, Walter is not a fan of the outdoors, he certainly is not. And nothing Sam-I-Am can do or say will change his mind. 
 
Too bad for Walter, Sam-I-Am is always up for a challenge!With dynamic illustrations, fun-filled stories and easy-to-follow panelled storytelling, this graphic novel series is an excellent bridge for kids moving into independent reading – a must-have for young readers and Dr. Seuss fans alike.

Dr. Seuss Graphic Novel: Green Eggs and Ham Take a Hike

A Green Eggs and Ham Story

Timothy Knapman

Richard Merritt

We’re ready and waiting, the countdown's begun . . . join ten whizzy racers for super-fast fun! 
 
Zoom through Fairytale Forest with the whizzy racers as they all compete to win the Beanstalk cup! 
 
Watch out as racers avoid the temptation of gingerbread forests, pass through the scarily named Troll booth and dodge angry fairies on their quest to be number one! 
 
With a bouncy rhyming text and vibrant illustrations from Richard Merritt, this countdown racing picture book adventure will bring the fun to children who love cars and counting. 
 
Winner of the Bizziebaby Gold Award 2025!

Ten Whizzy Racers: Chaos at Crackling Creek

Bear Grylls

How did Bear Grylls become one of the world's toughest adventurers? 
 
This is the thrilling story of everyone's favourite real-life action man - from secret childhood missions to climb the town's school buildings and steeples, to starring in his own global TV series and becoming Chief Scout to the Scouting Association. 
 
Known and admired by millions, Bear Grylls has survived in dangerous environments few would dare to visit. Find out what it's like to take on mountaineering, martial arts, parachuting, life in the SAS - and all that nature can throw at you! 
 
Abridged for younger readers.

Mud, Sweat and Tears Junior Edition

Gillian Lobel

Richard Watson

Sunita and Blue Rabbit love riding on Alisha's red bike. But one day Alisha's knees start to get in the way! Mum and Dad say the red bike is too small. Can Alisha learn to ride the new pink bicycle with no stabilisers?

The Pink Bicycle

Anthony Browne

Willy the chimp loves football and dreams of being a star player. 
But he doesn't have any boots so he's never been picked for the team. 
Then, one evening, Willy meets a mysterious stranger and his luck begins to change . . .

Willy The Wizard

Peppa Pig

It is a very busy day at Peppa and George's playgroup, but they have a very special visitor coming in the afternoon. Miss Rabbit is going to teach the children how to calm down and relax with yoga. The children love learning all the different positions . . . and the parents love picking up their calm children!

Peppa Pig: Peppa Loves Yoga

Beatrix Potter

Everyone has gone football crazy! It's rabbits versus squirrels. But surely squirrels can't play football, can they...? Peter Rabbit and his friends have hit the screen on CBeebies and everybody wants to join Peter Rabbit's club! So much more than a story - study the map, enjoy the adventure then complete Peter's special skill challenge.

Peter Rabbit Animation: Football Fever!

It's time for a game of football! Duggee is teaching the Squirrels how to play, but the ball keeps going in the wrong direction. How will they ever score a goal? 
 
Featuring all of your favourite characters from the triple BAFTA-winning CBeebies show, this new board book story is perfect for reading at storytime with little Hey Duggee fans.

Hey Duggee: The Football Badge

Help Spot count the stars to fall asleep in this cosy bedtime story - with real glowing lights! 
 
Spot and his family are on a camping adventure - but when it's time for bed, Spot isn't tired! Perhaps counting the stars as they appear in the sky will make him feel sleepy... 
 
With real shining lights to count throughout the story, and nocturnal animals to discover on every page, this bedtime book helps to develop key early learning skills. 
 
Eric Hill's Where's Spot? was the first ever lift-the-flap book - and his ground-breaking innovation continues to delight and surprise readers with interactive fun. Spot has now been a trusted character in early learning for over 40 years, selling over 65 million books worldwide. 
 
More Spot titles to discover: 
Where's Spot? 
Spot Says Goodnight 
Spot Goes to the Park 
Spot Goes on Holiday 
Find Spot at the Zoo 
Find Spot at Nursery

Spot's Goodnight Stars

A glowing light book

It’s time to play a game of cricket! It’s Rusty’s turn to bat and he loves cricket! Will the grown-ups be able to bowl him out? Join in the game in this paperback picture book. 
 
"You'll never get Rusty out." 
 
Don't miss these other awesome Bluey books: 
Bluey: Zoo 
Bluey: Calypso 
Bluey: Fairytale

Bluey: Cricket

Welcome to The Playgroup Games! 
 
Peppa and her friends are at playgroup playing different sports to try and find their favourite and win a medal for their team. There are lots of sports to take part in! Team Playgroup try basketball, gymnastics, trampolining, skateboarding and so many more. Peppa doesn't know what her favourite is, so she tries them all! 
 
Join Peppa in this exciting picture book to celebrate sport and taking part! 
 
Don't miss these other brilliant Peppa books: 
Peppa Pig: My Mummy is Amazing 
Peppa Pig: Peppa's First Day at School: A Lift-the-Flap Picture Book 
Peppa Pig: Peppa Visits Santa

Peppa Pig: Peppa's Gold Medal

Morris Gleitzman

Premiership football as you've never seen it before. Morris Gleitzman, bestselling author of Bumface and Two Weeks with the Queen, introduces us to a marauding fluffy mascot, a wise-as-an-owl landlady and a WAG called Terrine, in an irresistible story of how one boy helps stressed-out top footballers find the fun in a kickabout again, with help from his fearsome agent (and little sister), Bridie.

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