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Book 1
Book 1

The Tempest

The story of the Tempest, the magical storm that brings a royal party to justice on a savage island, is beautifully re... MoreThe Tempest

(1 review) 4 1
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Book 2
(1 review) 5 1
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Book 2
Book 2

Monsters Move House

Another laugh-out-loud FULL COLOUR monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for... MoreMonsters Move House

(13 reviews) 5 13
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Book 2
Book 2

Monsters go to a Party

Another laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, in FULL COLOUR, perfect... MoreMonsters go to a Party

(19 reviews) 5 19
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Book 2
Book 2

Macbeth

One of Shakespeare's greatest plays retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Macbeth is the braves... MoreMacbeth

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Book 3
Book 3

Billy and the Mini Monsters Monsters to the Rescue

Billy hates swimming. It's cold and wet and horrible. And just when Billy thinks things can't get any worse, his pet Min... MoreBilly and the Mini Monsters Monsters to the Rescue

(3 reviews) 5 3
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Book 4
Book 4

Start-Up History: The Great Fire of London

The Great Fire of London in 1666 is one the most remembered events of British history. This book simply retells the even... MoreStart-Up History: The Great Fire of London

(3 reviews) 5 3
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Book 5
Book 5

The Secret Garden: V&A Collector's Edition

The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a magical novel for adults and children alike. This new hardback is one ... MoreThe Secret Garden: V&A Collector's Edition

(24 reviews) 5 24
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Book 6
Book 6

The Story of Cars [Book with CD]

Recounts the fascinating story of the car, from the first disastrous design ideas to the streamlined models of today. Ag... MoreThe Story of Cars [Book with CD]

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Book 7
Book 7

The Firebird

The Russian folktale retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Prince Ivan sets off in search of th... MoreThe Firebird

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Book 8
Book 8

Billy and the Mini Monsters at the Museum

Billy is feeling nervous about his first ever school trip, so the Mini Monsters decide to join him. "We promise we won't... MoreBilly and the Mini Monsters at the Museum

(2 reviews) 5 2
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Book 9
Book 9

Billy and the Mini Monsters Monsters at the Seaside

Selected for the Summer Reading Challenge 2019 Billy and his family are off to the seaside. The MINI MONSTERS are ver... MoreBilly and the Mini Monsters Monsters at the Seaside

(20 reviews) 5 20
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Book 9
Book 9

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A Midsummer Night’s Dream is one of the most popular comedies of the legendary playwright, William Shakespeare. The play... MoreA Midsummer Night's Dream

(2 reviews) 5 2
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Book 10
Book 10

Monsters at Halloween

A Halloween-themed, laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for... MoreMonsters at Halloween

(9 reviews) 5 9
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Book 11
Book 11

Romeo and Juliet

Attractively presented retelling of the story with fabulous illustrations. Clear, engaging text to encourage independent... MoreRomeo and Juliet

(1 review) 4 1
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Book 12
Book 12

The Prince and the Pauper

The popular adventure by Mark Twain retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. In Tudor England, a y... MoreThe Prince and the Pauper

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Book 13
Book 13

A Midsummer Night's Dream

A delightful version of Shakespeare's play specially adapted for children. The enchanting story of magic and mix-ups, fa... MoreA Midsummer Night's Dream

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Book 14
Book 14

Phantom of the Opera

The famous gothic novel retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Deep below the Paris Opera House ... MorePhantom of the Opera

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Book 15
Book 15

Robin Hood

An exciting story from the legend of Robin Hood, retold for for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Whe... MoreRobin Hood

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Book 16
Book 16

Hamlet

Shakespeare's classic story retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When a ghostly figure appears... MoreHamlet

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Book 17
Book 17

Queen Elizabeth I

A colourful and beautifully illustrated biography of one of England's most famous monarchs. Locked in the Tower of Londo... MoreQueen Elizabeth I

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Book 18
Book 18

The Wind in the Willows

'There is nothing - absolutely nothing - half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats.' From picnics by the... MoreThe Wind in the Willows

(37 reviews) 5 37
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Book 19
Book 19

Adventures of King Arthur: *

The dramatic reign of the legendary King Arthur is brought to life in this epic story of swords and sorcery. The grippi... MoreAdventures of King Arthur: *

(2 reviews) 5 2
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Book 20
Book 20

The Adventures of Robin Hood

Robin Hood steals from the rich to give to the poor, cleverly evading the Sheriff of Nottingham with the help of his fri... MoreThe Adventures of Robin Hood

(1 review) 5 1
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Book 21
Book 21

Mystery Mansion

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Book 22
Book 22

Robin Hood

The champion of the destitute and downtrodden rides again. Meet young Robin Hood before he becomes the hero of Sherwood ... MoreRobin Hood

(1 review) 5 1
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Book 23
Book 23

The Canterville Ghost

This series of books combine good stories with easy reading text for children aged six to seven who have just started re... MoreThe Canterville Ghost

(1 review) 5 1
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Book 24
Book 24

A Little Princess

A gorgeous retelling of Frances Hodgson Burnett's poignant novel. The story of kind-hearted Sara Crewe and her struggles... MoreA Little Princess

(1 review) 5 1
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Book 25
Book 25

The Story of Football

A lively and engaging history of "the beautiful game". Tells the story of football, from its beginnings in the Roman Arm... MoreThe Story of Football

(1 review) 3 1
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Book 27
Book 27

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

Lewis Carroll's fantastical tale is an artist's dream. With the complete, unabridged text and glowing full-colour illust... MoreAlice's Adventures in Wonderland

(43 reviews) 5 43
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Book 28
Book 28

A Christmas Carol

This classic seasonal tale of self-discovery has become one of Charles Dickens's most famous and best-loved works. On ... MoreA Christmas Carol

(9 reviews) 5 9
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Book 29
Book 29

The Story of Castles

This charming series is designed for young children who are just beginning to read alone and are looking for lively stor... MoreThe Story of Castles

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Book 30
Book 30

East of the Sun, West of the Moon

A beautiful, mysterious story of love, loyalty and above all, freedom, magically retold and illustrated in this captiv... MoreEast of the Sun, West of the Moon

(1 review) 5 1
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Book 31
Book 31

Stage Fright

An exciting and original story for children growing in reading confidence. Dom and Abi set out on a dangerous quest to d... MoreStage Fright

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Book 32
Book 32

House of Shadows

A spooky story for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Kit and Ned's new home looks perfectly normal fro... MoreHouse of Shadows

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Book 33
Book 33

Midnight Ghosts

A spine-chilling story for children growing in reading confidence and ability, When Adam and Sally arrive at Twelve Bell... MoreMidnight Ghosts

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Book 34
Book 34

Twelfth Night

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Book 35
Book 35

The Story of Trains

A lively account of the story of trains for children growing in reading confidence. Follows the history of trains from t... MoreThe Story of Trains

(1 review) 5 1
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Book 36
Book 36

"Hamlet"

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Book 37
Book 37

The Clumsy Crocodile

Cassy the clumsy crocodile leaves a trail of destruction at the Everglades Department Store. But her clumsiness saves th... MoreThe Clumsy Crocodile

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Book 38
Book 38

Snow Queen

The enchanting fairytale retold through simple and engaging text with stunning original artwork. Gerda and Kay are best ... MoreSnow Queen

(9 reviews) 5 9
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Book 39
Book 39

The Story of Ships

The fascinating history of ships and the explorers who sailed in them told for children growing in reading confidence an... MoreThe Story of Ships

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Book 41
Book 41

The Wizard of Oz

This is THE WIZARD OF OZ - but not as you know it. ... MoreThe Wizard of Oz

(11 reviews) 5 11
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Book 42
Book 42

The Firebird

Prince Ivan sets off in search of the Firebird, which has been stealing his father's golden apples, in this traditional ... MoreThe Firebird

(3 reviews) 5 3
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Book 43
Book 43

The Story of the Olympics

A brilliant introduction to the history of The Olympics, from the traditional games of Ancient Greece, to their revival ... MoreThe Story of the Olympics

(3 reviews) 5 3
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Book 44
Book 44

The Story of Cars

A lively account of the story of cars for children growing in reading confidence. Follows the history of cars from the e... MoreThe Story of Cars

(3 reviews) 5 3
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Book 45
Book 45

The Gunpowder Plot

Remember, remember the fifth of November… Discover how Guy Fawkes and his gang planned to blow up the King and parliamne... MoreThe Gunpowder Plot

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Book 46
Book 46

Beauty and the Beast

A beautiful Beauty and the Beast fairy tale, exciting activities and colouring pages and a gorgeous eight-card 3D colour... MoreBeauty and the Beast

(13 reviews) 5 13
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Book 47
Book 47

Gulliver's Travels: GCSE

Take Note for Exam Success! York Notes offer an exciting approach to English literature. This market leading series full... MoreGulliver's Travels: GCSE

(1 review) 1 1
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Book 48
Book 48

Treasure Island: Annotated Edition. Illustrated by David Mackintosh

One of the best-loved adventure stories ever written, Treas­ure Island's timeless tale of pirates, lost treasure maps, m... MoreTreasure Island: Annotated Edition. Illustrated by David Mackintosh

(5 reviews) 5 5
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Book 49
(12 reviews) 5 12
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Book 50
Book 50

Pinocchio

The perfect gift for all ages, Pinocchio as you’ve never seen him before: telling his own story through the master story... MorePinocchio

(6 reviews) 5 6
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Book 51
Book 51

Heidi

Heidi is a girl who has been raised by her aunt Dete in Maienfeld, Switzerland after the early deaths of her parents. Ho... MoreHeidi

(14 reviews) 5 14
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Book 52
Book 52

Black Beauty

"Now I say that with cruelty and oppression it is everybody's business to interfere when they see it." Tran... MoreBlack Beauty

(11 reviews) 5 11
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Book 53
Book 53

The Story of Castles

Six titles in the popular "Young Reading" series are re-issued with hardback covers with audio CDs inserted into a walle... MoreThe Story of Castles

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Book 54
Book 54

The Wizard of Oz

The classic story by L. Frank Baum, retold for children growing in their reading confidence and ability, sumptuously ill... MoreThe Wizard of Oz

(1 review) 3 1
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Book 55
Book 55

Robinson Crusoe

(3 reviews) 4 3
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Book 57
Book 57

Jason and the Golden Fleece

The world's most famous myths, retold in dynamic graphic-navel form. These classic myths will hook your reluctant reader... MoreJason and the Golden Fleece

(2 reviews) 5 2
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Book 58
Book 58

The Swan Princess

A beautiful retelling of the poignant tale by Hans Christian Andersen. Appealing original illustrations by Jenny Press. ... MoreThe Swan Princess

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Book 59
Book 59

Aesop's Fables

Sixty of the most famous of Aesop's Fables have been updated and rewritten by the talented anthologist Fiona Waters, and... MoreAesop's Fables

(3 reviews) 5 3
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Book 60
Book 60

Stories of Thor

Three dramatically illustrated stories about Thor, the Norse god of thunder, specially written for readers who are growi... MoreStories of Thor

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Book 61
Book 61

Hercules The World's Strongest Man

A retelling of the action-packed story of Hercules as he completes his most famous set of challenges: the Twelve Tasks. ... MoreHercules The World's Strongest Man

(1 review) 4 1
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Book 62
Book 62

Diwali

The 'festival of lights' is one of the most popular festivals in the Hindu calendar. Like most Hindu festivals, Diwali c... MoreDiwali

(2 reviews) 5 2
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Book 63
Book 63

Romeo and Juliet: Teaching Resource Pack

To accompany the "Romeo & Juliet" graphic novels from Classical Comics and to help with their application in the classro... MoreRomeo and Juliet: Teaching Resource Pack

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Book 64
Book 64

Perseus and the Gorgon

The traditional Greek myth specially retold for children growing in reading confidence. Perseus is determined to rescue ... MorePerseus and the Gorgon

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Book 65
Book 65

The Story of Hanukkah

A retelling of the story of Hanukkah for children growing in reading confidence. Tells the story of the Jewish festival ... MoreThe Story of Hanukkah

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Book 66
Book 66

Spartacus

The remarkable, true story of a slave who gained fame as a gladiator and led a revolt against Roman slave owners. Specia... MoreSpartacus

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Book 67
Book 67

The Fabulous Story of Fashion

The fascinating story of fashion – from cavemen’s coats to the catwalk couture of the modern age. Beautifully illustrate... MoreThe Fabulous Story of Fashion

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Book 68
Book 68

The Story of Rome

The story of the Roman Empire, retold as a story for children growing in reading confidence. Re-tells the history of Rom... MoreThe Story of Rome

(1 review) 4 1
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Book 69
Book 69

The Revealing Story of Underwear

A fascinating delve into the history of underwear. From the first medieval pants to rib-cracking corsets and petticoats ... MoreThe Revealing Story of Underwear

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Book 70
Book 70

The Story of Heidi

This is an evocative picture book based on the beloved classic tale and retold for younger children. Orphaned Heidi is s... MoreThe Story of Heidi

(2 reviews) 5 2
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Book 71
Book 71

The Amazing Adventures of Ulysses

The classic ancient Greek adventure story retold for children growing in reading confidence. Ulysses faces many challeng... MoreThe Amazing Adventures of Ulysses

(1 review) 5 1
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Book 72
Book 72

The Story of Rubbish

The story of rubbish told for children growing in reading confidence. From the recycling cavemen of prehistoric times to... MoreThe Story of Rubbish

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Book 73
(2 reviews) 4 2
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Book 74
Book 74

The Story of Flying

The history of man-made flight for children growing in reading confidence. From Da Vinci to the Wright Brothers, find ou... MoreThe Story of Flying

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Book 75
Book 75

The Shocking Story of Electricity

The story of one of the modern world's most valuable inventions told for children growing in reading confidence. An expl... MoreThe Shocking Story of Electricity

(2 reviews) 5 2
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Book 76
Book 76

The Magical Book

An enchanting tale for children growing in reading confidence based on the story by E. Nesbit. When young King Leo disob... MoreThe Magical Book

(2 reviews) 5 2
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Book 77
Book 77

The Incredible Present

An amusing and original story for children growing in reading confidence. Lily receives an incredible present which gran... MoreThe Incredible Present

(1 review) 4 1
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Book 78
Book 78

Alice Through the Looking-Glass

Walker Ilustrated Classics is a new series which brings together some of the best-loved stories ever told, illustrated b... MoreAlice Through the Looking-Glass

(5 reviews) 4 5
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Book 79
Book 79

The Amazing Adventures of Hercules

The classic Greek myth re-told for children growing in reading confidence and ability. Hercules is set 12 impossible tas... MoreThe Amazing Adventures of Hercules

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Book 80
Book 80

The Fairground Ghost

An amusing and original story for children growing in reading confidence. When the littlest ghost is deemed not scary en... MoreThe Fairground Ghost

(2 reviews) 5 2
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Book 81
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