Sean Longcroft – illustratör

The fourth book in the Jamie Johnson football series- as seen on CBBC!Jamie Johnson starts the season on fire. He's playing for his beloved Hawkstone - andhe's the top scorer in the country.But when a rival joins his team, everything changes.Jamie's temper gets the better of him, and he's sent on loan toa much smaller club.Will Jamie be able to make it back into the big time - or hashe blown his chances for good? Perfect books for every young football/soccer fanAuthor Dan Freedman has been a writer for the FA, the PremierLeague and attended two World Cups.Fast paced story filled with exciting football matches  PRAISE FOR The Kick Off (Jamie Johnson, book 1)“An inspiring read for all football fans” GARY LINEKER.“Dan knows his football” OWEN HARGREAVES.“You’ll read this and want to get out there andplay” STEVEN GERRARD.“If you like football, this book’s for you” FRANK LAMPARD.“Pure class – brings the game to life”OWEN COYLE.

When you press the sound button on each page of this delightful book, you'll hear different instruments getting ready for the big concert... until they all play together at the end. With charming illustrations full of humorous details to talk about, and a sprinkling of facts about the orchestra, this is a perfect introduction to the magic of classical music.

The sixth and final book in the Jamie Johnsonfootball series - as seen on CBBC!"This was the team of teams. The club of clubs. Andnow they wanted him to join them." A transfer to the bestclub in the world beckons for Jamie Johnson.This is big. This is huge!However, a time bomb is already ticking within Jamie...The final whistle about to blow. With brand new characters and all the trademark jaw-droppingfooty action, Dan Freedman and Jamie Johnson return on very topform for the fifth book in the seriesPerfect books for every young football/soccer fanAuthor Dan Freedman has been a writer for the FA, the PremierLeague and attended two World Cups.  PRAISE FOR The Kick Off (Jamie Johnson, book 1)“An inspiring read for all football fans” GARY LINEKER.“Dan knows his football” OWEN HARGREAVES.“You’ll read this and want to get out there andplay” STEVEN GERRARD.“If you like football, this book’s for you” FRANK LAMPARD.“Pure class – brings the game to life”OWEN COYLE.

The seventh book in the Jamie Johnson football series- as seen on CBBC!Before the packed stadiums.Before he became a huge star.Jamie Johnson had to learn from the best.Jamie is the top player at his school but there's something missingfrom his game. He needs that bit of extra flair. He wants thattouch of magic. Can the once-in-a-lifetime chanceto train on the beaches of Brazil give Jamie the skills heneeds to become a legend? Sensational Brazilian setting and full of fantastic footballactionPerfect books for every young football/soccer fanAuthor Dan Freedman has been a writer for the FA, the PremierLeague and attended two World Cups.  PRAISE FOR The Kick Off (Jamie Johnson,book 1)“An inspiring read for all football fans” GARY LINEKER.“Dan knows his football” OWEN HARGREAVES.“You’ll read this and want to get out there andplay” STEVEN GERRARD.“If you like football, this book’s for you” FRANK LAMPARD.“Pure class – brings the game to life”OWEN COYLE.

Holly''s family move to the old house so her dad can do his job: bulldozing the ancient trees to make way for a housing estate. But there''s something haunting the old house. Something old, and angry, that doesn''t want the trees cut down. Something alive...Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers or those with English as an additional language aged 11+, at a manageable length (64 pages) and reading level (8+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

Holly''s family move to the old house so her dad can do his job: bulldozing the ancient trees to make way for a housing estate. But there''s something haunting the old house. Something old, and angry, that doesn''t want the trees cut down. Something alive...Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers or those with English as an additional language aged 11+, at a manageable length (64 pages) and reading level (8+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

Sam is one of the Miners who live on Planet Hell, digging ore to power the Earth. It''s a nightmarish underground life. Going to the surface means death. Nothing can live there. And then one day, Sam finds a note from the Surface, and learns that everything in his life is a lie.A thought-provoking sci-fi story.Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired Up Connect encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, or those with English as an additional language, aged 9+, at a manageable length (96 pages) and reading level (8+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

Sam is one of the Miners who live on Planet Hell, digging ore to power the Earth. It''s a nightmarish underground life. Going to the surface means death. Nothing can live there. And then one day, Sam finds a note from the Surface, and learns that everything in his life is a lie.A thought-provoking sci-fi story.Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired Up Connect encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, or those with English as an additional language, aged 9+, at a manageable length (96 pages) and reading level (8+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

Code-loving Max is unexpectedly recruited to spy on his friend''s uncle, a suspected terrorist. But nothing is quite as it seems in this new world of espionage, double-crosses, kidnaps and car chases - and in the end, it may be Max''s skill with word puzzles that saves the day. A thrilling, non-stop adventure packed with puzzles for the reader to solve.

Code-loving Max is unexpectedly recruited to spy on his friend''s uncle, a suspected terrorist. But nothing is quite as it seems in this new world of espionage, double-crosses, kidnaps and car chases - and in the end, it may be Max''s skill with word puzzles that saves the day. A thrilling, non-stop adventure packed with puzzles for the reader to solve.

The sinister Prankster preys on 12-year-olds in Scott''s town. He challenges them to games, with their heart''s desire if they win. None of them ever win. None of them ever come back. Scott accepts the Prankster''s challenge in the hope of saving his sister''s life. But as the game goes on he realises he''s made a terrible mistake. Because losing is bad... but winning could be worse. Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired Up encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers or those with English as an additional language aged 11+, at a manageable length (80 pages) and reading level (9+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

The sinister Prankster preys on 12-year-olds in Scott''s town. He challenges them to games, with their heart''s desire if they win. None of them ever win. None of them ever come back. Scott accepts the Prankster''s challenge in the hope of saving his sister''s life. But as the game goes on he realises he''s made a terrible mistake. Because losing is bad... but winning could be worse. Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired Up encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers or those with English as an additional language aged 11+, at a manageable length (80 pages) and reading level (9+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

Max has always wanted to be in a circus. The problem is, he''s useless at performing. He''s incredibly clumsy, no good at acrobatics, and his tricks all go wrong, no matter what he does. But that doesn''t stop him trying…When his school talent show is announced Max knows it''s his time to shine. Can he prove to his friends and family once and for all that the circus is the place for him?Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired Connect encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers or those with English as an additional language aged 9+, at a manageable length (64 pages) and reading level (7+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

Max has always wanted to be in a circus. The problem is, he''s useless at performing. He''s incredibly clumsy, no good at acrobatics, and his tricks all go wrong, no matter what he does. But that doesn''t stop him trying…When his school talent show is announced Max knows it''s his time to shine. Can he prove to his friends and family once and for all that the circus is the place for him?Highly readable, exciting books that take the struggle out of reading, Wired Connect encourages and supports reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers or those with English as an additional language aged 9+, at a manageable length (64 pages) and reading level (7+). Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to address underachievement caused by literacy and numeracy difficulties.

Relax on a cruise ship, catch a flight at the airport or travel on a canalboat in this sticker activity book full of bustling travel scenes. There are over 150 stickers to bring each scene to life, from cars, buses, planes and trains to tourists, passengers and much more. - Perfect for keeping kids entertained whilst on the move, on holidays and road trips- Lots to talk about on every page- Perfect screen-free fun- Builds fine motor skills and creativity- Discover more from Usborne's First Sticker series - including animals, trucks, dinosaurs, fairies and more

Young football fans will love this exciting sticker book, with scenes to complete including a training ground, match day and penalty shootout. With over 200 stickers of footballers, officials and faithful fans, plus trophies and accessories.

On your marks, get set, search! Young fans will relish these 100 sporty wordsearches with their lively, cartoon-style illustrations. The puzzles cover everything from football and cricket to para sports and martial arts - with over 1,400 sporting words to find. The wordsearches grow gradually more challenging throughout the book, and are perfect for quiet times alone or playing with friends and family. All the answers are at the back of the book.

Little hands can lift the big flaps in this robust board book to find out what all the trucks are doing on the road, at the dock and at the building site. There's a shiny red fire engine, a big low loader and a rubbish truck as well as a little cat to spot on every spread, and a few hidden surprises along the way.

What goes on behind the scenes in the world of football?This fun-filled flap book celebrates the world's most popular sport played by women, men, boys and girls all over the world. Learn about the history of the game, how footballs are made, and how YOU can become a top professional player. Find out how your local club is run, visit a team's training ground, and pick up tips to sharpen your football skills.With over 60 flaps to lift, there's so much to explore!

Discover over 90 pages of summer-themed sticker fun! Set off on your travels by plane, train or car, then hit the beach for surfing and ice cream, and top it all off with a night camping beneath the stars. With over 400 stickers, charming illustrations and lots to talk about, this engaging sticker book will keep little children entertained for hours.- Comprises three First Sticker Books: Holiday, Travel and Summer.- Build creativity and fine motor skills.- Mess-free, screen-free fun on the go.

Discover the wonder and magic of the orchestra with this engaging sound book. Each page has an embedded button to press to hear instruments from brass to drums, as well as the whole orchestra playing together. There are snippets of information about each instrument and a QR link to listen to the complete piece of music online.

Ant is staying at his Nanny’s flat again but it’s always so boring. All Nanny ever does is sleep and the only good part is when he gets to hear about the Ninja on the news. But Ant hears noises coming from the kitchen and discovers his Nanny dressed head to in black climbing out the window...

When Lilly overhears the unhappy chickens at Big Barn Farm, she knows she has to help them. Farmer Claw keeps them all crammed in together and all he cares about are eggs. Little by little, Lilly helps the chickens escape but how can she keep them safe?

Math is not just numbers on a page. It’s part of everyday life.This engaging math book for kids shows how numbers are used all around us, from shopping and cooking to travel, games, and daily routines. Across 17 short, easy-to-follow chapters, young readers discover how math appears in real-life situations and why it is useful, practical, and nothing to be afraid of. By connecting numbers to familiar environments, the book helps kids see math as something they already use every day.Perfect for children who may feel unsure about math, this child-friendly nonfiction book builds confidence by presenting numbers in a clear, visual, and relatable way. A final interactive double-page spread invites readers to try out what they have learned, reinforcing key concepts through hands-on thinking. Ideal for independent reading, classroom support, or home learning, this book helps kids understand that math is a helpful tool they can use with confidence.Key Features:Real-Life Math for Kids: Shows how numbers are used in everyday situations and environments.Makes Math Feel Friendly and Accessible: Breaks down a subject that can feel intimidating into clear examples.17 Short, Engaging Chapters: Keeps learning manageable and enjoyable.Interactive Final Activity Spread: Encourages kids to apply their new knowledge.Great for Elementary Readers: Ideal for kids building confidence in math and problem solving.For more than 75 years, Albatros Media has been crafting original and innovative children’s books that are both playful and educational, fostering curiosity and a love of learning in young minds. From novelty and board books to picture books, pop ups, and nonfiction, Albatros Media is dedicated to creating high-quality books that inspire imagination and discovery.

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Young children can discover the magic of the orchestra with this sound book. Each page has an embedded button to press to hear instruments from brass to drums, as well as the whole orchestra playing together. There are snippets of information about each instrument and a QR link to listen to the complete piece of music online.