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GET READY FOR INSTANT FUN AND CHAOS, IN THIS HILARIOUS MIDDLE GRADE COMIC BOOK STORY!When 10-year-old Ollie and his best friend Ivy find a mysterious bag of magical jelly beans, they're catapulted into the adventure of a lifetime. Squeezed inside each bean is a wildly unpredictable, fun-loving monster. And to unleash that monster on an unsuspecting world for ten whole minutes, all they need to do is add a little water!Ollie and Ivy quickly discover that monsters are great for rodeo rides, perfect for scaring off bullies, and exactly what's needed to reach that cookie jar on the top shelf. They can also be an unstoppable force of anarchy! But a little mess and chaos never did anyone any harm - right?IN THE SECOND BOOK IN THIS SERIES...An ancient book, The Bestiary of Bewilderbeasts is the key to understanding the Instant Monsters and where they come from. Ollie is staying up late every night, determined to crack the secret cipher to Chapter 13. Ivy, meanwhile, is more interested in playing with the adorable, uncontrollably multiplying pack of Querbils that she has hidden in the school's storeroom!What will happen when the T.M.I., a sinister government agency, discovers that Ollie and Ivy have a whole bag of powerful interdimensional monsters trapped in bean form? Are the kids ready for a battle against super-sneaky spies and professional monster hunters? Of course not!A fantastically funny, fully illustrated comic book-style story for mischievous kids aged 7+.

"Super FUNNY, super SILLY, and super AWESOME" - Jess Bradley, author of Super DweebGET READY FOR INSTANT FUN AND CHAOS!When 10-year-old Ollie and his best friend Ivy find a mysterious bag of magical jelly beans, they're catapulted into the adventure of a lifetime. Squeezed inside each bean is a wildly unpredictable, fun-loving monster. And to unleash that monster on an unsuspecting world for ten whole minutes, all they need to do is add a little water!In the latest adventure: Thanks to their magical, monster-summoning JELLY BEANS, schoolkids Ollie and Ivy have met DOZENS of crazy creatures from other worlds. But they've NEVER visited another dimension for themselves-until NOW! Can our heroes survive a trip to the horrible home world of evil enchanter LORD HOKUM?A fantastically funny, fully illustrated comic book-style story for mischievous kids aged 7+.

A charming non-fiction book that promotes a caring attitude, confidence, self-esteem and gives children a way to discuss emotions. The book explores topics such as insects and other minibeasts, caring for pets, litter, animal habitats and endangered animals. The book is an ideal starting point for a topic on animals or pets.It is part of a series 'I care about' for children aged 4+. The titles are: My Friends, My Planet, Animals, My Family, My Growing Brain, My Body. The illustrations by Michael Buxton are quirky and fun and are designed to inspire a child's imagination.

A bright and bold non-fiction book for young children getting to grips with looking after themselves and keeping healthy.The book explores topics such as healthy foods, keeping clean, teeth and exercise. The book is an ideal starting point for discussing how we can keep healthy. It promotes a caring attitude, confidence and self-esteem. It is part of a series 'I care about' for children aged 4+. The titles are: My Friends, My Planet, Animals, My Family, My Growing Brain, My Body. The illustrations by Michael Buxton are quirky and fun and are designed to inspire a child's imagination.

A bright and bold non-fiction book for young children getting to grips with looking after themselves and keeping healthy.The book explores topics such as healthy foods, keeping clean, teeth and exercise. The book is an ideal starting point for discussing how we can keep healthy. It promotes a caring attitude, confidence and self-esteem. It is part of a series 'I care about' for children aged 4+. The titles are: My Friends, My Planet, Animals, My Family, My Growing Brain, My Body. The illustrations by Michael Buxton are quirky and fun and are designed to inspire a child's imagination.

A charming non-fiction book that promotes a caring attitude, confidence, self-esteem and gives children a way to discuss emotions. The book explores topics such as what is a family, everyday lives, special days, sharing with siblings, arguments and falling out and how a family cares for each other. The book is an ideal starting point for discussing family topics.It is part of a series 'I care about' for children aged 4+. The titles are: My Friends, My Planet, Animals, My Family, My Growing Brain, My Body. The illustrations by Michael Buxton are quirky and fun and are designed to inspire a child's imagination.

A charming non-fiction book that promotes a caring attitude, confidence, self-esteem and gives children a way to discuss emotions. The book explores topics such as what makes a good friend, best friends and friendship groups and explains what bullying is. It includes practical advice for making and keeping friends. The book is an ideal starting point for discussing friendship issues.It is part of a series 'I care about' for children aged 4+. The titles are: My Friends, My Planet, Animals, My Family, My Growing Brain, My Body. The illustrations by Michael Buxton are quirky and fun and are designed to inspire a child's imagination.

A charming non-fiction book that promotes a caring attitude, confidence, self-esteem and gives children a way to discuss emotions. The book explores topics such as what makes a good friend, best friends and friendship groups and explains what bullying is. It includes practical advice for making and keeping friends. The book is an ideal starting point for discussing friendship issues.It is part of a series 'I care about' for children aged 4+. The titles are: My Friends, My Planet, Animals, My Family, My Growing Brain, My Body. The illustrations by Michael Buxton are quirky and fun and are designed to inspire a child's imagination.

The charming non-fiction book is a gentle first introduction to 'growth mindsets'. It explores topics such as why mistakes are good for our brain, resilience, curiosity and overcoming fears. The book promotes a caring attitude, confidence and self-esteem. It is part of a series 'I care about' for children aged 4+. The titles are: My Friends, My Planet, Animals, My Family, My Growing Brain, My Body. The illustrations by Michael Buxton are quirky and fun and are designed to inspire a child's imagination.

The charming non-fiction book is a gentle first introduction to 'growth mindsets'. It explores topics such as why mistakes are good for our brain, resilience, curiosity and overcoming fears. The book promotes a caring attitude, confidence and self-esteem. It is part of a series 'I care about' for children aged 4+. The titles are: My Friends, My Planet, Animals, My Family, My Growing Brain, My Body. The illustrations by Michael Buxton are quirky and fun and are designed to inspire a child's imagination.

A charming non-fiction book that promotes a caring attitude and an understanding of the ways even little ones can make a difference to the planet. The book explores topics such as litter, waste, energy use and plastic. In a very gentle way, it encourages children to be green and appreciate the planet and is an ideal starting point for discussing environmental issues.It is part of a series 'I care about' for children aged 4+. The titles are: My Friends, My Planet, Animals, My Family, My Growing Brain, My Body. The illustrations by Michael Buxton are quirky and fun and are designed to inspire a child's imagination.

A charming non-fiction book that promotes a caring attitude and an understanding of the ways even little ones can make a difference to the planet. The book explores topics such as litter, waste, energy use and plastic. In a very gentle way, it encourages children to be green and appreciate the planet and is an ideal starting point for discussing environmental issues.It is part of a series 'I care about' for children aged 4+. The titles are: My Friends, My Planet, Animals, My Family, My Growing Brain, My Body. The illustrations by Michael Buxton are quirky and fun and are designed to inspire a child's imagination.

A fun series introducing readers to life online.Are you ready to take your first steps into the online world? Discover the best, safest ways to do it with Going Online - from how to use a mouse to how to navigate a website! These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digital devices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protect themselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spread reinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character 'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:What is going online?Get connectedHardware and softwareTools for the jobEmailWeb welcomeLet's browse!Jumping aroundA world of websitesCookiesGo socialOnline with othersFavourite placesMax Computer recommendsGriz's quizGlossaryFind out more!IndexTitles in the series:Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning OnlineStaying Safe Online

A fun first series introducing readers to life online.Are you ready to take your first steps into the online world? Discover the best, safest ways to do with Going Online - from how to use a mouse to how to navigate a website!.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents: What is going online?Get connectedHardware and softwareTools for the jobEmailWeb welcomeLet's browse!Jumping aroundA world of websitesCookiesGo socialOnline with othersFavourite placesMax Computer recommendsGriz's quizGlossaryFind out more!IndexTitles in the series:Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning OnlineStaying Safe Online

A fun first series introducing readers to life online.Whenever you go on the internet, play a computer game or listen to music on a digital device, coding is what makes it all work! Find out all about coding and learn how to do some simple coding yourself with Computer Kids: Coding Online.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Coding the world All about programs Learn a languageCoding rules, OK! Start and finish Making moves Block party! What's a variable? Decision time Loop the loop Coding lessons Bugs and debugging Keep going Max Computer recommends Griz's quiz Glossary Find out more! Index Books in the series:Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning OnlineStaying Safe Online

A fun first series introducing readers to life online.Whenever you go on the internet, play a computer game or listen to music on a digital device, coding is what makes it all work! Find out all about coding and learn how to do some simple coding yourself with Computer Kids: Coding Online.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Coding the world All about programs Learn a languageCoding rules, OK! Start and finish Making moves Block party! What's a variable? Decision time Loop the loop Coding lessons Bugs and debugging Keep going Max Computer recommends Griz's quiz Glossary Find out more! Index Books in the series:Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning OnlineStaying Safe Online

A fun first series introducing readers to life online.The online world offers great opportunities for learning, from support with homework to discovering how to do your favourite football trick! Find out the best ways to learn and have fun safely online with these friendly guides, perfect for children aged 5 and up. These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Titles in the series:Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning OnlineStaying Safe Online

A fun series introducing readers to life online.The online world offers great opportunities for learning, from support with homework to discovering how to do your favourite football trick! Find out the best ways to learn and have fun safely online with these friendly guides, perfect for children aged 5 and up. These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digital devices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protect themselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spread reinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character 'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Learning onlineUsing a word processorSites and listsHomework helpersTaking notesSearch enginesLet's get searching!Checking out resultsApps and downloadsNot just schoolworkFake newsVirtual visitsOnline lessonsMax Computer recommendsGriz's quizGlossaryFind out moreIndexTitles in the series:Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning OnlineStaying Safe Online

A fun first series explaining to young readers how they can stay safe onlineGoing online can be great fun, but you need to look after yourself and your device. Computer Kids: Staying Safe Online will show you the best ways to do so, from setting strong passwords to spotting a scam to knowing when to ask for help.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Have fun, stay safeSafe spaceKeeping it privateThere's a limitPick your passwordComputer virusesMeet more malwareNo entry!Spam and scamsHelp!Stranger dangerCyberbulliesIf in doubtMax Computer recommendsGriz's quizGlossaryFind out more!IndexBooks in the series:Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning OnlineStaying Safe Online

A fun first series explaining to young readers how they can stay safe onlineGoing online can be great fun, but you need to look after yourself and your device. Computer Kids: Staying Safe Online will show you the best ways to do so, from setting strong passwords to spotting a scam to knowing when to ask for help.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Have fun, stay safeSafe spaceKeeping it privateThere's a limitPick your passwordComputer virusesMeet more malwareNo entry!Spam and scamsHelp!Stranger dangerCyberbulliesIf in doubtMax Computer recommendsGriz's quizGlossaryFind out more!IndexBooks in the series:Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning OnlineStaying Safe Online

A fun first series explaining to young readers how they can be healthy onlineJust like in real life, it's important to be healthy online. Find out how to take care of your body and mind while you're online, from taking micro-breaks and stretching to dealing with cyberbullies.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Staying healthy and happyGet comfortableInput and outputKeeping your device healthyTake a break!Stretch for successYour digital footprintSpreading the wordCareful sharingTrolls, griefers and cyberbulliesScreen timeIRL (In Real Life)Max Computer recommendsGriz's quizGlossaryFind out more!IndexBooks in the series:Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning Online Staying Safe Online

A fun first series explaining to young readers how they can be healthy onlineJust like in real life, it's important to be healthy online. Find out how to take care of your body and mind while you're online, from taking micro-breaks and stretching to dealing with cyberbullies.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Staying healthy and happyGet comfortableInput and outputKeeping your device healthyTake a break!Stretch for successYour digital footprintSpreading the wordCareful sharingTrolls, griefers and cyberbulliesScreen timeIRL (In Real Life)Max Computer recommendsGriz's quizGlossaryFind out more!IndexBooks in the series:Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning Online Staying Safe Online

A fun first series introducing readers to life online.The online world offers great opportunities for having fun online, from gaming with friends to learning how to paint your own masterpiece! Find out the best ways to enjoy yourself safely online with Computer Kids: Having Fun Online.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Having fun online Games galore! Controlling games Good gaming Sounds fun! Arty ideas Arts and crafts computing Fun photos Being social Learning is fun! Virtual reality Indoors and outdoors Max Computer recommends Griz's quiz Glossary Find out more! IndexBooks in the series: Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning OnlineStaying Safe Online

A fun first series introducing readers to life online.The online world offers great opportunities for having fun online, from gaming with friends to learning how to paint your own masterpiece! Find out the best ways to enjoy yourself safely online with Computer Kids: Having Fun Online.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they're online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character'Max Computer' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Having fun online Games galore! Controlling games Good gaming Sounds fun! Arty ideas Arts and crafts computing Fun photos Being social Learning is fun! Virtual reality Indoors and outdoors Max Computer recommends Griz's quiz Glossary Find out more! IndexBooks in the series: Being Healthy OnlineCoding OnlineGoing OnlineHaving Fun OnlineLearning OnlineStaying Safe Online

Learn all about light with Mo the Monster and his friends in this fun first science book for children aged 5+.Mo is a little bit afraid of the dark, but today he is going the funfair and learning all about light and shadows. He and his friend Sid find out about sources of light, how light travels and reflects, while having fun in the hall of mirrors and watching a puppet show and much more. But can Mo stay out of trouble while he's having so much fun? Don't count on it!If a monster can understand science, anyone can! Join Mo the Monster as he discovers the basic principles of science. Along the way, Mo is kept focused (monsters are notoriously easily distracted) with the help of simple, clearly presented information, plenty of questions to answer and lots of science puzzles and activities.The funny, colourful illustrations offer lots of scope for humour and interest to keep children engaged while they learn. Aimed at readers aged 5+.Titles in the series: Energy/Forces and Magnets/Habitats/The Human Body/Life Cycles/Light and Shadows/Machines/Materials/States of Matter/Plants/The Seasons/TimeContentsLearning about light Light sources Blocking light Shadow games Fun with mirrors Rainbow shadows Light rays Mirror tricks The changing moon Big and small shadows Light and senses A-maze-ing light tricks Happy in the dark GlossaryBooks to read and places to visitAnswers

Learn all about light with Mo the Monster and his friends in this fun first science book for children aged 5+.Mo is a little bit afraid of the dark, but today he is going the funfair and learning all about light and shadows. He and his friend Sid find out about sources of light, how light travels and reflects, while having fun in the hall of mirrors, watching a puppet show and much more. But can Mo stay out of trouble while he's having so much fun? Don't count on it!If a monster can understand science, anyone can! Join Mo the Monster as he discovers the basic principles of science. Along the way, Mo is kept focused (monsters are notoriously easily distracted) with the help of simple, clearly presented information, plenty of questions to answer and lots of science puzzles and activities.The funny, colourful illustrations offer lots of scope for humour and interest to keep children engaged while they learn. Aimed at readers aged 5+.Titles in the series: Energy/Forces and Magnets/Habitats/The Human Body/Life Cycles/Light and Shadows/Machines/Materials/States of Matter/Plants/The Seasons/TimeContentsLearning about light / Light sources / Blocking light / Shadow games / Fun with mirrors / Rainbow shadows / Light rays / Mirror tricks / The changing moon / Big and small shadows / Light and senses / A-maze-ing light tricks / Happy in the dark / Glossary / Books to read and places to visit / Answers

Learn all about forces and magnets with Mo the Monster and his friends in this fun first science book for children aged 5+.Mo and his friend are going on an outdoor-activities holiday and learning about forces like gravity and magnetism by going climbing, skateboarding, rafting, exploring and more. But can Mo stay out of trouble while he's having so much fun? Don't count on it!If a monster can understand science, anyone can! Join Mo the Monster as he discovers the basic principles of science. Along the way, Mo is kept focused (monsters are notoriously easily distracted) with the help of simple, clearly presented information, plenty of questions to answer and lots of science puzzles and activities.The funny, colourful illustrations offer lots of scope for humour and interest to keep children engaged while they learn. Aimed at readers aged 5+.Titles in the series: Energy/Forces and Magnets/Habitats/The Human Body/Life Cycles/Light and Shadows/Machines/Materials/States of Matter/Plants/The Seasons/TimeContentsMonster Force Climbing Up A Monster Fall Monster Weight The Force of Friction Floating Forces The Magic of Magnets Monster Magnetism Magnetic Direction-Finding To The Treehouse Splat!A Monster Rescue Real Life Rescue GlossaryBooks to read and places to visit Answers

Learn all about energy with Mo the Monster and his friends in this fun first science book for children aged 5+.Mo and his cousin Rory are going on a cookery course today! They are going to learn about where the gas that cooks their eggs comes from, what heat does to butter, about the electricity that powers the toaster and much more. But can Mo stay out of trouble while he's having so much fun? Don't count on it!If a monster can understand science, anyone can! Join Mo the Monster as he discovers the basic principles of science. Along the way, Mo is kept focused (monsters are notoriously easily distracted) with the help of simple, clearly presented information, plenty of questions to answer and science puzzles.The funny, colourful illustrations offer lots of scope for humour and interest to keep children engaged while they learn. Aimed at readers aged 5+.Titles in the series: Energy/Forces and Magnets/Habitats/The Human Body/Life Cycles/Light and Shadows/Machines/Materials/States of Matter/Plants/The Seasons/TimeEnergy ContentsEnergy for Mo Energy from the Sun Plant-powered energy Renewable energy Gas-powered eggs Electric toast Hot enough to melt butter Project brownie Electric vs muscle energy The right temperature Ding dong Lights out Where electricity comes from GlossaryBooks to read & Brownie ingredients Answers