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Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.From the very first 1829 'Rocket' train to the super-fast Shanghai Maglev, this fun book is packed with cool train facts. Discover all kinds of trains, big and small, and learn about their amazing journeys.Gold/Band 9 books offer developing readers literary language and stories with distinctive characters.Pages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.

A vibrant, joyful, and powerful story about a little girl with a LOT of strength trying to find her place in the world.Harriet isn't just strong - she's the strongest girl in the whole world! And though her super-strength is mostly wonderful, it does make things like bouncing on trampolines, mixing cake batter, and putting the cap on the toothpaste a bit, well... tricky.So when the Seriously Strong Touring Circus comes to town, Harriet thinks she might POP with excitement to see other people just like her! Hans the Hairy and Betty Biceps show her that being strong should be celebrated - and when Muscleman Max prepares to break a world record, Harriet suddenly finds herself taking a starring role in the performance- one she could never have dreamed of...This humorous and empowering read features a brilliant cast of larger-than-life characters, and a heroine that you can't help but root for. A true celebration of strength, difference, and finding a place where you truly belong.

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.Most people know about Greta Thunberg and David Attenborough. But there are many other climate rebels around the world. They are not as famous, but they work very hard. This book is about some of these amazing people.

Families come in all shapes and sizes, from spiders who can carry hundreds of their babies, to elephants who babysit each other's calves. Perfect for every animal and wildlife fan, discover the incredible true stories of our wilder family members . . .Did you know that clownfish can have hundreds of babies?Or that some families like to be on the move, like monarch butterflies who will travel together for their entire lives!Did you know that lions are ruled by a king, but in a bee family the queen is the boss . . .Meet families of all shapes and sizes, in these incredible true stories about wild families. These fascinating stories for curious young minds are fully illustrated with imaginative, colourful artwork, perfect for dipping into and to treasure all year round.

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series written for learners of English as a foreign language, each title includes carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Wild Cities, a Level 2 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework. Sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the future tenses will and going to, present continuous for future meaning, and comparatives and superlatives. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear on most pages.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.There are cities everywhere on Earth. More and more people live in cities around the world. But more and more animals make their homes in cities, too. In this book you will visit 13 cities. What animals can you see?

Picture a city. What do you see? Traffic and towering buildings? Or maybe you imagine something a little . . . wilder? These are the astonishing stories of the animals who are adapting to live in our urban world - and how you can help them to thrive. From the pitter-patter of penguins in Cape Town, to the prowl of a leopard in Mumbai, the splash of a seal in Sydney, cities are home to all sorts of unexpected residents. Keep your eyes wide open as as we travel the globe discovering wild cities. With magical illustration and beautiful storytelling, these incredible stories will fascinate every reader who has the travel bug, or is an animal fan, or has ever wondered what else exists in our big cities. Featuring: London, Berlin, Paris, Warsaw, Calgary, New York City, Chicago, Sydney, Beijing, Tokyo, Mumbai, Singapore, Cape Town and Seoul.

Dogs of all shapes and sizes star in this delightful book, but which of them is the biggest? It’s up to you to decide…Children aged 3-5 can meet dogs big and small, with all sorts of unique and special features, in this playful picture book. From tiny Chihuahua Agnes who loves to burrow beneath cushions, to Holly the Collie, who loves chasing her tail, this book contains a pack of adorable dogs. Each is special in their own way, but only one of these lovable pups can be the biggest. A fun surprise at the end of the book reveals just who is the BIGGEST dog in the book.This picture book for children offers: A charming story written by celebrated author Ben Lerwill, following Agnes the Chihuahua and her friends as they search for the Biggest Dog in the book.Adorable illustrations of a variety of dogs by award-winning illustrator Mark Chambers.A surprise open-out page at the very end revealing the Biggest Dog in the book. This fun story introduces different dog breeds and involves playful repetition throughout, reinforcing new vocabulary for little ones. Written by award-winning author Ben Lerwill and illustrated by prizewinning artist Mark Chambers, this book will appeal to dog lovers everywhere and anyone who appreciates animals, no matter their size.

Cats of all shapes, colours and sizes star in this playful picture book, but which of them is the biggest?From tiny kitten Pippa, who loves to explore slippers, to Paisley the Persian cat, who loves cardboard boxes, and Dave the Devon Rex, who is DEFINITELY not related to the T. rex, this book contains a bunch of adorable cats.Each is special in its own way, but only one of these lovable fluffballs can be the biggest. A fun surprise at the end of the book reveals just who is the BIGGEST cat in the book.This picture book for children offers:A charming story written by award-winning author Ben Lerwill, following Pippa the kitten and her friends as they search for the Biggest Cat in the book.Adorable illustrations of a variety of cats by prizewinning illustrator Mark Chambers.A surprise open-out page at the very end revealing the Biggest Cat in the book. This fun story introduces different cat breeds and involves playful repetition throughout, reinforcing new vocabulary for little ones. Purr-fect for cat-lovers, this playful story is the second in the Biggest series.

Join children’s author and award-winning travel writer Ben Lerwill as he takes you on a journey to the one place you can't visit: the Jurassic!Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures were mind-blowing beasts – we all know that – but where did they live, and what would they have actually seen and experienced each day? What were the smells and sounds? Was there rain? Thunder? Snow?This book is a travel guide to Planet Earth 150 million years ago – some 70 million years before T. rex and Triceratops first appeared – but all sorts of iconic creatures roamed the earth and swam the seas: Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, Diplodocus, Brontosaurus and the terrifying Allosaurus to name a few.Perfect for dinosaur lovers and travel enthusiasts alike, Jurassic Planet is the perfect gift for all hungry young minds.

Be inspired by Football Legend Erling Haaland  Discover more about this football superstar's stratospheric risefrom a young boy figuring out the tricks of the football tradein rural Norway to becoming a record-breaking goal scorer on theinternational stage. Young football fans will love finding out all about the livesof their favourite players in this incredible biography series.Also in the series: Tammy Abraham, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, HarryKane, Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappe and Marcus Rashford.Amazing cover artwork illustrated by Stanley Chow, whose iconicwork has found worldwide acclaim.

Be inspired by Football Legend Bukayo Saka! Discover more about how this London-born legend used teamwork,dedication and perseverance to become one of Arsenal's leadingplayers and the youngest member of the England squad. Young football fans will love finding out all about the livesof their favourite players in this incredible biography series.Also in the series: Tammy Abraham, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, HarryKane, Lionel Messi, Erling Haaland and Marcus Rashford.Amazing cover artwork illustrated by Stanley Chow, whose iconicwork has found worldwide acclaim.

Be inspired by Football Legend, Jude Bellingham! From his debut as the youngest first-team player for BirminghamCity, to representing England at the prestigious 2022 FIFA WorldCup, discover more about Jude Bellingham's life story and meteoricrise to stardom.Learn how Jude managed to cope with the monumental pressure of beinghailed as the 'next big thing', what it's like to be cheeredon by 83,000 adoring fans at Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabéu, andwhat makes this footballer's head tick. Football Legends: Young readers will love findingout all about the lives of their favourite players in thiscaptivating biography series. Packed with footie facts and match statsplus Jude's career highlights.Amazing cover artwork illustrated by Manchester-basedartist, Stanley Chow, whose iconic workhas found worldwide acclaim.

It’s 7 o’clock in the morning in Mexico, and Javier is eating his breakfast. He’s having corn tortillas with beans and a glass of orange juice.And at exactly the same time……it’s 8 o’clock in the morning in New York City. Kayla is getting her schoolbag ready. A yellow school bus will take her to the school gates.One Moment in Time is a lyrical celebration of diversity with a heartfelt message of unity. Featuring eleven different children, this book takes readers on a colourful, eye-opening journey around the globe in a single day, showing what children in different countries are each doing at the same point in time. From travel writer Ben Lerwill, and with beautiful illustrations from Alette Straathof this non-fiction picture book introduces children to different cultures around the world.

A brilliant celebration of the many wonderful animals from around the whole world! From rainforests to rockpools, woodlands to cities, One World, Many Animals introduces children to the amazing animals in different types of habitats. We share the world with millions of other animal species. They live in hot places, cold places, busy places and wild places. Planet Earth is their home, just like it is our home.Discover where your favourite animals live, then learn how you can help wildlife around you with tips from travel writer Ben Lerwill.From a jaguar creeping through the steamy Amazonian rainforest to a snow leopard on a Himalayan mountainside, there are plenty of animals to seeBeautiful illustrations and lyrical descriptions bring to life coral reefs, sandy deserts, woodlands, rockpools and the bustling city – plus more!A perfect introduction to biodiversity around the worldA wonderful companion title to One World, Many ColoursOne World, Many Animals will delight readers with vibrant descriptions of wild animals from Ben Lerwill, and there is so much to spot in the colourful pages brought to life with artwork by Alette Straathof.

Come face-to-face with the most amazing prehistoric beasts in this stunning gift book, illustrated by the Kate Greenaway Medal-winner Grahame Baker-Smith.Are you brave enough to meet the incredible giants that shared the Stone Age world with our ancestors? From the woolly mammoth to the fearsome sabre-toothed cat, and from the giant eagle swooping in the skies to the six-metre snake slithering along the forest floor, this is an awesome introduction to prehistory’s biggest beasts. Featuring eighteen animals from all over the world, illustrated with flair by Kate Greenaway Medal-winning illustrator Grahame Baker-Smith, and packed with jaw-dropping facts, this is an atmospheric and absorbing journey through the Stone Age world.

Discover everything you need to know about the Moon in this entertaining visitor’s guide!What’s this floating high in the starry sky? We call it the Moon. But has it always been there? What’s the weather like? And how many giraffes would it take to reach it?! Discover the answers to these questions and many more in this engaging visitor’s guide to the Moon. With eye-catching illustrations and packed with fascinating facts, this accessible picture book is guaranteed to spark curiosity in young readers about our nearest neighbour in space.

Come face-to-face with the most amazing prehistoric beasts in this stunning gift book, illustrated by the Kate Greenaway Medal-winner Grahame Baker-Smith.Are you brave enough to meet the incredible giants that shared the Stone Age world with our ancestors? From the woolly mammoth to the fearsome sabre-toothed cat, and from the giant eagle swooping in the skies to the six-metre snake slithering along the forest floor, this is an awesome introduction to prehistory’s biggest beasts. Featuring eighteen animals from all over the world, illustrated with flair by Kate Greenaway Medal-winning illustrator Grahame Baker-Smith, and packed with jaw-dropping facts, this is an atmospheric and absorbing journey through the Stone Age world.

Travel to every country in Europe and discover fascinating facts in this vibrantly illustrated celebration of the most-visited continent in the world.From the chilly Arctic Ocean all the way down to the sunny Mediterranean Sea, explore everything Europe has to offer in this gorgeous gift book packed with information. Rock out at Glastonbury festival in the United Kingdom, join in La Tomatina food fight in Spain and dare to enter spooky Bran Castle in Romania. Whether it’s food markets or football stadiums, ancient forests or magnificent cathedrals, Europe is full of things to enjoy. Discover natural wonders, rich history, delicious local delicacies and much more in this inspiring introduction to an amazing continent.

Discover everything you need to know about the Moon in this entertaining visitor’s guide!What’s this floating high in the starry sky? We call it the Moon. But has it always been there? What’s the weather like? And how many giraffes would it take to reach it?! Discover the answers to these questions and many more in this engaging visitor’s guide to the Moon. With eye-catching illustrations and packed with fascinating facts, this accessible picture book is guaranteed to spark curiosity in young readers about our nearest neighbour in space.

In the deepest, darkest depths of night, our planet is transforming and thriving ...At night, magic is all around in the natural world, from bioluminescent seas in the Caribbean to the Northern Lights on Arctic winter nights. Explore the lives of animals who tread a different path under the cover of darkness, including the perilous journey taken by baby turtles in the moonlight and the global migration of bearded pigs. Discover nocturnal plants that have evolved to only bloom in the moonlight, and wild mushrooms that depend on their glow-in-the-dark superpower for survival. Follow the people who wake to work hard through the night in towns and cities, such as hospital staff, fishing crews, bakers, firefighters, postal workers and security guards. Learn about our reliance on electric light across the world, and the human body clock's vital connection to light and darkness. A glossary of all notable terms is included at the end of the book.Filled with incredible facts and brought to life by Paula Bossio’s beautifully quirky illustrations, The World at Night takes readers to the ends of the earth and everywhere in between to uncover the hidden wonders of our nocturnal planet.

True tales of wild and wonderful lives to be treasured forever!

In this fascinating and touching book, children can learn about 50 courageous creatures from around the world and throughout history.This fully illustrated collection gathers heart-warming, surprising and often emotionally powerful stories of bravery, discovery and friendship. Featuring a range of animals - from heroes, helpers and adventurers to achievers and many more - young readers will discover some of the most famous and unforgettable animals of all time. Pickles the dog, who tracked down a stolen World Cup trophy The first mammal to be cloned - Dolly the sheep Cher Ami, the heroic pigeon who saved hundreds of livesCompelling and visually arresting in equal measure, WildLives is the perfect introduction to just some of the amazing animals whose wild lives have made history.Related teaching resource pack available on the Nosy Crow website.Other titles in the series include: HerStory and YouthQuake