Category Archives: Accessories
The Christmas Bear
When Father Christmas sets off to deliver the presents, poor Bear is left behind in the workshop! How will he make it to Tom`s house in time for Christmas morning? Lift the flaps to find out, as he chases Santa`s sleigh through icy seas and snowy forests, all the way from the North Pole to
The House at Baker Street
When Sherlock Holmes turns down the case of persecuted Laura Shirley, Mrs Hudson, the landlady of Baker Street, and Mary Watson resolve to take on the investigation themselves. From the kitchen of 221b, the two women begin their inquiries and enlist the assistance of the Baker Street Irregulars and the infamous Irene Adler. A trail
Little Bear`s Spring
Little Bear`s Spring is a glorious reminder for children and adults of just how wonderful the natural world is, and that, sometimes, the unlikeliest of friendships are the best kind.Little Bear has just woken up from his long winter sleep. But when he pokes his head out of the den, the world around him is
Just So Stories
Just So Stories is a collection of Rudyard Kipling`s animal tales in which we learn about `How the Whale got his Throat`, `How the Camel got his Hump`, `How the Rhinoceros got his Skin`, `How the Leopard got his Spots`, `The Elephant`s Child`, `The Sing-Song of Old Man Kangaroo`, `The Beginning of the Armadilloes`, `How
Dilly the Donkey
Dilly the Donkey may be little and wonky – and not as young as she used to be – but each day she lovingly carts the children to school. That is until her owner replaces her with a flashy young horse! Is poor Dilly too old and bent to be of any use? Of course
Busy Pets
With lots to see and heaps to do, in Busy Pets children can join in by pushing, pulling and turning the tabs to learn about looking after pets. Feed the dog some treats, watch the hamster turn in its wheel and visit the bunny in the garden. Children will love playing with this bright and
Murder at the Old Vicarage: A Christmas Mystery
A white Christmas Deepening snow has isolated the village of Byford from the outside world, but as the locals settle down for the festive period, the peace is suddenly destroyed with news of a violent crime at the vicarage. A domestic murder The victim is the vicar`s son-in-law, but few are saddened by his death.
The Disappearing Dictionary: A Treasury of Lost English Dialect Words
Wherever you go in the English-speaking world, there are linguistic riches from times past awaiting rediscovery. All you have to do is choose a location, find some old documents, and dig a little. In The Disappearing Dictionary, linguistics expert Professor David Crystal collects together delightful dialect words that either provide an insight into an older
A House for Mr Biswas: Picador Classic
`A work of great comic power qualified with firm and unsentimental compassion.` – Anthony Burgess A House for Mr Biswas is V. S. Naipaul`s unforgettable fourth book and the early masterpiece of his brilliant career. Born the `wrong way` and thrust into a world that greeted him with little more than a bad omen, Mohun
Bugs snap
Children can learn about turn-taking, rules and winning and losing while enjoying vibrant illustrations of exotic bugs, from beetles, butterflies and bees to leafhoppers and stick insects and dragonflies.
Usborne Book and Jigsaw: Tree of Life
A colourful 300-piece puzzle featuring a graphic illustration of the tree of life, from microscopic bacteria to towering trees and sleepy sloths. It`s accompanied by a book packed with information on the tree of life, the plants and creatures in it, and what makes a living thing.
Usborne Book and Jigsaw Planet Earth
This informative book and jigsaw set is a perfect way for children to learn all about our wonderful planet. It is packed full of appealing illustrations and fascinating facts about mountains, deserts, changing climates and much more.
Sticker Dolly Dressing Winter Wonderland
Join the dolls as they choose and decorate a Christmas tree, have a walk in a snowy forest, go ice skating on a snowy afternoon and watch as twinkly Christmas lights are switched on. Have fun choosing their outfits and adding lots of other fashion accessories.
How to Die in the Outdoors: 150 Wild Ways to Perish
The Book That Makes Dying by Heart Attack Seem Downright Boring Simply by living a normal life, you have an excellent chance of becoming yet another statistic on the list of leading causes of death. But Buck Tilton prefers to ponder the alternatives. In How to Die in the Outdoors, he presents 150 more interesting
Geocaching Handbook: The Guide for Family Friendly, High-Tech Treasure Hunting
This book introduces the reader to the fast-growing outdoor sport of geocaching, which combines aspects of treasure hunting, high-tech navigation, and exploration. New to this book: –Updates to technology and use of social media. –Full chapter on smartphone apps. –Updates to photography-showing more technology and diversity of participants. –Mention of National and State Parks, which
Jet Lag
Object Lessons is a series of short, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. Jet lag is a momentary condition resulting from the human body and its inner clock being pitched against the time-leaping effects of modern aviation. But more than that, it is a situation that explains time, technology, and the
52 Great British Weekends – 2nd edition: A Year of Mini Adventures
Explore the very best getaways that Britain has to offer with this seasonal guide to short travel adventures. Whether it`s island-hopping in spring, wine-tasting in summer, dolphin-watching in autumn, or skiing in winter, here are 52 memorable breaks for all tastes and budgets.All the planning has been done for you, with practical information on the
Sticker Dolly Dressing Sports
Show jumping, gymnastics, surfing, tennis and swimming are just a few of the sports featured in this exciting sticker book. Dress the dolls in outfits for their different sporting events.
