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Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3­-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. Written by experts, it uses proven methods to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points. Perfect for learning English in school or at homeDevelops reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skillsFeatures much-loved characters and authors such as Peter Rabbit, Peppa Pig, Roald Dahl and Eric Carle Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR)Language activities in every book provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) testsFeatures free online resources including audio, answer keys, lesson plans and tips for parentsThe Wizard of Oz, a Level 4 Reader, is A2 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Flyers exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, more complex past and future tense structures, modal verbs and a wider variety of conjunctions.One day, a storm took Dorothy and Toto to the Land of Oz. Dorothy liked the new friends she met, but she wanted to go home.Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information. Σελίδες: 64, Διαστάσεις: 15.4x15.4cm

Σελίδες: 208, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0911, Διαστάσεις: 14.8x14.8cm

Jake Cake is an ordinary kid who likes writing and illustrating stories about his adventures. He swears they\'re all true, but no one ever believes him. In this second book of a four-book series, Jake discovers the school dinner lady is a robot (and she can\'t cook chips!), he has goblins in his garden (they\'re green and they bite) and he\'s tricked by a really tricky witch (trouble!). Σελίδες: 144, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

The perfect antidote to the fast-paced nature of our modern world, the Little Book of Zen is an easy-to-understand guide to the practice of Zen.This bitesize book falls into two parts, starting with an introduction to Zen and a description of the way to get the best out of it. It gives a short history of the practice, which originated in Japan after adaptation from a Chinese philosophy, and shows how the benefits of Zen are just as relevant today. It also includes a variety of easy-to-use meditations for relaxation, stress relief and enlightenment. The second half of the book features categories of Zen-type quotations on life, happiness, nature and more.Zen QuotationsLife and Happiness\'Your mind is a powerful thing. When you filter it with positive thoughts, your life will start to change.\'Gautama Buddha\'The glory of friendship is not the outstretched hand, not the kindly smile, nor the joy of companionship; it is the spiritual inspiration that comes to one when you discover that someone else believes in you and is willing to trust you with a friendship.\'Ralph Waldo Emerson Σελίδες: 192, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0330, Διαστάσεις: 11.8x11.8cm

Captain, Ladybird and Herbert - two Shire horses and a Suffolk Punch - are not pleased when Jenny, a retired seaside donkey, arrives at the Old Horses\' Home. It\'s supposed to be a home for horses, and they don\'t want to share their field with a common little donkey.Then rustlers are spotted in the area: thieves who like nothing better than to steal horses and ship them abroad - to be made into horse pie! Can Jenny and her friends save the huge heavy horses? Σελίδες: 64, Διαστάσεις: 15.3x15.3cm

Are you brave enough to find out what happens when a spoilt girl is spiteful to a giant hungry worm? Can you bear to watch a (very silly) boy poke an angry sleeping sea-monster? Do you dare to discover why should you never, ever steal milk from a Frid?* Beware: Naughty children always get their just deserts . . .Eva Ibbotson\'s Let Sleeping Sea-Monsters Lie contains five delightfully funny cautionary tales, with a foreword by Julia Donaldson, author of The Gruffalo. *A dog-munching rock. Doesn\'t everyone know that? Σελίδες: 144, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0701, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

A fantastic Maeve Binchy - written specially for the World Book Day Quick Reads promotion.\'Her storytelling ability is second to none\' SUNDAY EXPRESS\'It\'s little wonder that Maeve Binchy\'s bewitching stories have become world-beaters\' OK MAGAZINE\'Maeve Binchy is a master storyteller\' NEW YORK TIMESDee loves her children very much, but now they are all grown up, shouldn\'t they leave home?Rosie moved out when she got married, but it didn\'t work out, so now she is back with her parents. Helen is a teacher, and doesn\'t earn enough for a place of her own. Anthony writes songs, and is just waiting for the day when someone will pay him for them. Until then, all three are happy at home. It doesn\'t cost them anything, and surely their parents like having a full house?When a crisis occurs, Dee decides things have to change for the whole family...whether they like it or not. Σελίδες: 128, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0925, Διαστάσεις: 13.2x13.2cm

Peppa Pig: Fire Engine is a colourful and engaging story board book based on the delightful children\'s series.Nee-naw! Peppa and George get to ride in a big red fire engine. But will there be any fires to put out?Children will love this captivating story and familiar characters from the wonderful world of Peppa Pig. This simple children\'s story book will encourage little ones to get interested in reading, and expand their minds. The Peppa Pig range of books are fun, interactive and educational, ideal for encouraging children to start to read by themselves. Titles available from Ladybird include: Peppa\'s First Pet, Peppa Goes to the Library, Peppa\'s Washing Day and Daddy Pig\'s Fun Run. Σελίδες: 16, Διαστάσεις: 17.7x17.7cm

\"Being an adult is like trying to fold a fitted sheet.\"\"I\'m just a girl, standing in front of a salad, asking it to be a donut.\"\"I was hot until my photoshop free-trial expired.\" From Instagram to Twitter, we all want to be a social media star these days. But behind your phone screen are those perfectly filtered lives all they’re really cracked up to be? For millennials everywhere comes a book that says what we’re all really thinking. Whether it’s stuffing your face with pizza while scrolling through Gigi Hadid’s feed or experiencing life at the speed of fifteen WTFs per hour, this is the real life struggle of getting that double tap and achieving #goals. Σελίδες: 144, Διαστάσεις: 11.2x11.2cm

Frankie and his team love playing football. There\'s always time for a game - especially when it\'s a tournament!When Frankie and his friends are whisked to the Canadian Rockies they land with a splash - straight into a freezing river. Thank goodness for a giant rescue dog who turns up just in time. To return the favour, the friends save the dog\'s owner, Danni, from a grizzly bear. But when they get back to school, they realize their mission isn\'t over yet. Something has followed them through the portal... Can they return a large, furry creature to Canada, and help their new friend win the tournament of her life? Σελίδες: 176, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0728, Διαστάσεις: 12.8x12.8cm

Carla Scofield has looked after her family since she was a teenager but it\'s never been a bother because there isn\'t anything she wouldn\'t do for those closest to her. Warm, friendly, and with the ability to make everyone around her laugh, she carries her burden proudly.As the years roll past, Carla sees life around her change dramatically. Wartime brings new challenges and a new job for Carla in a sewing factory, and she shines. It also brings with it love and Carla has a chance at real happiness - but not everyone is rooting for her. With Christmas ahead of her, and her sights set firmly on love and the future, will she be too distracted to sense the danger before it\'s too late?An East End Christmas is an emotional, compelling and page-turning story that will be perfect for fans of Katie Flynn, Annie Groves and Carol Rivers. Σελίδες: 272, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1124, Διαστάσεις: 19.5x19.5cm

Friendships and peer relationships are one of the most difficult things about being a teen. Many face bullying of some kind or another, whether in person or on the Internet or social media. Written by Kidscape founder Michele Elliott, Teen Life Confidential: Bullies, Cyberbullies and Frenemies is a friendly, kind and practical guide to navigating these tricky relationships, and beating the bullies. Are there practical things you can do to stop being bullied - at home, at school and online? What are frenemies and how can you deal with them? How can you learn to make friends and respect yourself? If you\'re a bully, how can you change your behaviour? This brilliant book will tell you what bullying is, where it happens and what you can do about it, as well as how to assert yourself and develop your self-esteem. Advice is supported by quotes from teenagers, who share their own experiences, and will help to make readers feel they\'re not alone. Σελίδες: 128, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0409, Διαστάσεις: 13x13cm

It\'s time to send the animals rescued from the pirate circus home. Uncle Mac sets sail with amazing Esme and her fearless cousins on a journey to hot and cold and distant lands - from Scotland to Siberia to Peru! It\'s a voyage filled with excitement and danger. And dastardly pirates who will stop at nothing to recapture the animals. This is the third of Tamara Macfarlane\'s Esme stories which are perfect for newly confident readers to read by themselves, or for parents to read aloud. High in action and with plenty of humour, the stories are brought to life by Michael Fowkes\' drawings on every double-page spread. Σελίδες: 176, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1112, Διαστάσεις: 12.6x12.6cm

200 EASY RECIPES MADE IN JUST ONE POTHamlyn All Colour Cookbook: 200 One Pot Recipes contains 200 warming, one-pot recipes for delicious, nutritious meals for every occasion. From casseroles and curries to simple suppers and stews, all you need to do is simply prepare your ingredients and then relax until it\'s time to serve. And the best part is that there\'s hardly any washing up afterwards! With photographs and clear step-by-step instructions for every recipe, making mouth-watering meals has never been easier.Check out some of the other titles in the series:Hamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Super SoupsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Halogen Oven RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Fast Vegetarian RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Cakes & BakesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Gluten-Free RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Really Easy RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Pasta DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Tapas & Spanish DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 More Slow Cooker RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Delicious DessertsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Veggie FeastsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Student MealsHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Spiralizer RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Easy Indian DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 CupcakesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Thai FavouritesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 5:2 Diet RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Light Slow Cooker RecipesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Easy Tagines and MoreHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Low Fat DishesHamlyn All Colour Cookery: 200 Cakes & Bakes Σελίδες: 240, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0510, Διαστάσεις: 16.7x16.7cm

**MORE THAN HALF A MILLION COPIES SOLD** For those on the go, it can be tricky to find the time and energy to prepare healthy home-cooked meals. However, with a slow cooker, you can make sure you have tasty, nourishing dishes every day of the week. Requiring only minimal preparation, a slow cooker will cook your ingredients throughout the day or overnight, producing a delicious meal that is ready to eat as soon as you are.From the trusted Hamlyn All Colour Cookery series, this cookbook provides over 200 unfussy, low-cost recipes for you to enjoy, with tasty ideas for breakfast and light bites, meat and fish dishes, vegetarian meals and easy desserts. Whether you want to batch-cook lunch for the week or prep your dinner in the morning so it\'s ready by the evening, your slow cooker will help you save on costs, plan your meals and steer clear of convenience food - all with very little effort.CONTENTS INCLUDES:Breakfasts & Light BitesEggs en Cocotte with Salmon; Banana & Cinnamon Porridge; Gingered Sweet Potato SoupMeat, Poultry & GameSlow-braised Pork with Ratatouille; Sun-dried Tomato & Chicken Pilaf; Spiced Meatballs with Dill SauceFish & SeafoodSalmon in Hot Miso Broth; Macaroni with Smoked Haddock; Tuna ArrabbiataVegetablesMushroom & Walnut Cobbler; Green Bean Risotto with Pesto; Pumpkin & Parmesan GnocchiDesserts, Drinks & PreservesDark Chocolate & Coffee Pots; Chillied Tomato & Garlic Chutney; Mulled Cranberry & Red Wine200 Slow Cooker Recipes has sold more than 500,000 copies in the UK according to Nielsen BookScan Σελίδες: 240, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0809, Διαστάσεις: 14.3x14.3cm

Are you up to the challenge of 200 new Su Doku puzzles, arranged in easy, medium and difficult categories? Keep your mind sharp and test your powers of deductive reasoning with these ever-popular number puzzles. Ideal for whiling away those long commutes, travelling on holiday or relaxing at home. The best value su doku puzzles around. Σελίδες: 240, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

A trusted Spanish dictionary for everyday language learning, with short grammars of Spanish and English. A handy and affordable Spanish to English and English to Spanish dictionary for everyday use, including short grammars of Spanish and English. The clear layout allows for fast and easy access when you most need it. Ideal for use at home, in the office, at school or on holiday. More than 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations. Designed for all those studying Spanish who need maximum information in a portable format. Offers comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of Spanish and English, with additional notes helping the user with those words which are easily confused. Useful grammar supplements covering the main points of Spanish and English grammar, illustrated with clear, helpful examples. Delivers the accuracy and reliability you expect from the Collins name. With in-depth treatment of the most important core vocabulary, this dictionary will help you find the exact translation you want. Σελίδες: 480, Διαστάσεις: 11.1x11.1cm

The home of trusted French dictionaries for everyday language learning. With 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations packed into this Collins Gem French to English and English to French dictionary, you’ll have everything you need to know whether you are on the go, at home, or in the office. All the latest French and English words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle are included in this small French dictionary, plus notes about life in French-speaking countries and top tips on commonly confused words. This is the perfect choice for travellers, students and business people. An essential, user-friendly travel Phrasefinder is included, along with a handy menu-reader ensuring you always get what you expect when you\'re eating out. A clear layout, useful examples, and language and cultural notes make this Collins French Gem dictionary ideal for school and a great companion to GCSE French. For more on French language usage, the Collins French Essential Dictionary (9780008270728) or the French Pocket Dictionary (9780008183622) are available for purchase. Σελίδες: 672, Διαστάσεις: 7.6x7.6cm

The home of trusted Italian dictionaries for everyday language learning. With 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations packed into this Collins Gem Italian to English and English to Italian dictionary, you’ll have everything you need to know whether you are on the go, at home, or in the office. All the latest Italian and English words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle are included in this small Italian dictionary, plus notes about life in Italy and top tips on commonly confused words. This is the perfect choice for travellers, students and business people. An essential, user-friendly travel Phrasefinder is included, along with a handy menu-reader ensuring you always get what you expect when you\'re eating out. A clear layout, useful examples, and language and cultural notes make this Collins Italian Gem dictionary ideal for school and a great companion to GCSE Italian. For more on Italian language usage, the Collins Italian Essential Dictionary (9780008270759) or the Italian Pocket Dictionary (9780008183646) are available for purchase. Σελίδες: 640, Διαστάσεις: 7.6x7.6cm

The home of trusted German dictionaries for everyday language learning. With 40,000 words and phrases and 60,000 translations packed into this Collins Gem German to English and English to German dictionary, you’ll have everything you need to know whether you are on the go, at home, or in the office. All the latest German and English words reflecting changes in modern lifestyle are included in this small German dictionary, plus notes about life in German-speaking countries and top tips on commonly confused words. This is the perfect choice for travellers, students and business people. An essential, user-friendly travel Phrasefinder is included, along with a handy menu-reader ensuring you always get what you expect when you\'re eating out. A clear layout, useful examples, and language and cultural notes make this Collins German Gem dictionary ideal for school and a great companion to GCSE German. For more on German language usage, the Collins German Essential Dictionary (9780008270742) or the German Pocket Dictionary (9780008183639) are available for purchase. Σελίδες: 620, Διαστάσεις: 7.6x7.6cm

Where the sunshine is showing,where warm winds are blowing,where lightning is flashing,where snowflakes are snowing.The weather is changing.Come on! Let’s get going! Join the Cat in the Hat as he introduces beginning readers to the weather. This title and others form part of a series of books that takes an off-beat look at nature and natural sciences through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at early readers – from four to seven year olds – the books are designed to bridge the gap between concept books written for preschoolers and more formal non fiction titles that require fluent reading skills. By presenting the facts in a lively and rhythmic manner, they provide the critical foundation upon which complex facts and ideas can eventually be built. Σελίδες: 48, Διαστάσεις: 16.3x16.3cm

The Bike Lesson is a perfect story for beginning readers, who will delight in spotting the dangers of the road before Father Bear does. And beginning bicylists will want to find out whether Small Bear will get a chance to read his new bike! The Berenstain Bears are back with another hair-brained adventure, this time when Father Bear tries to teach Small Bear how to ride a bicycle. It looks like Father Bear might need to take note of the lessons himself! Beginner Books have been designed to appeal directly to children through the use of humour, rhyme and bright pictures that can be \'read\' even by the non-reading child. Σελίδες: 64, Διαστάσεις: 16.3x16.3cm

The Little Book of Astrology is an accessible introduction to everything you need to enhance your life using astrology. On Twitter and Instagram you will have no doubt seen memes poking fun at everyone\'s signs – but do you know what they really mean? The Little Book of Astrology breaks down each of the 12 sun signs, covering their traits, good and bad points, and attitudes to love, life and work. Each sign is explored in a clear and simple way – and perfect for anyone who wants to know more about the symbols, elements, qualities, birthstones and more about each sign. Σελίδες: 192, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0105, Διαστάσεις: 12x12cm

The perfect stocking filler, Secret Santa gift or conversation starter for Boris haters and lovers this Christmas! This is the man In His Own Words. This is Boris on Boris, Friends & Rivals, Blond Ambition, the World and Brexit, plus a special chapter to capture the best Gaffes and Jibes. Whether you view him as a bumbling buffoon or a charismatic leader, the sheer audacity of Boris\' verbal antics is guaranteed to entertain. And if The Little Book of Boris isn\'t enough, you can collect, compare and contrast the wisdom of Trump, Boris and Corbyn with the full set of In His Own Word titles. Use them to start a lively debate*, to induce a case of riotous laughter, to inspire or to keep you entertained on the loo. *Orange Hippo! publishing takes no responsibility for debates that get out of hand at the pub quiz, office Christmas party or anywhere else. Please read, think and debate responsibly. Σελίδες: 192, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0602, Διαστάσεις: 11.6x11.6cm

A brilliant series for 7+ readers full of adventure, magic and friendship from Paula Harrison, author of the Rescue Princesses and Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue series.Poppy sells candles in the streets of beautiful Penlee, and she has a wonderful secret; she knows there is a magical scarlet fox family living in the town park. When Sir Fitzroy and his brutish soldiers march into town and demand that all magical creatures be captured and taken away, Poppy must help the foxes escape. But the youngest fox is too small to run with his family, and he hasn\'t yet mastered his powers! Can Poppy hide him from the soldiers and help him find his family before Sir Fitzroy can carry out his terrible plan?Beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams, this is the perfect book for young readers who love magic and animals!Don\'t miss the other titles in this series: The Sky Unicorn, The Sea Pony, The Baby Firebird and more! Σελίδες: 112, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

A brilliant series for 7+ readers full of adventure, magic and friendship from Paula Harrison, author of the Rescue Princesses and Kitty and the Moonlight Rescue series.Maya is a dancer with a travelling troupe of entertainers. When Clover, a little unicorn, is trapped by Sir Fitzroy and used to lure the other unicorns into danger, Maya hatches a cunning plan. She and Sophy will disguise themselves and foil Sir Fitzroy\'s plot, and the unicorns will be safe!Beautifully illustrated throughout by Sophy Williams, this is the perfect book for young readers who love magic and animals!Don\'t miss the other titles in this series: The Sea Pony, The Star Wolf, The Baby Firebird and more! Σελίδες: 112, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1001, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

Potted history, quirky facts, sayings, hints and tips about Ireland\'s celebration and the saint it commemorates.The Little Book of St Patrick\'s Day will tell the story of St Patrick and how the holiday began, share the craic with a collection of sayings and describe how the festival is marked around the world (and in outer space).Separate the myths from the facts, find out how to celebrate at home and be dazzled by quirky facts and stats. Why is the shamrock the symbol of the day, did St Patrick really drive snakes out of Ireland and what should you eat and drink on March 17th?Find out in this pocket-sized guide to this Irish celebration that has enchanted people of all backgrounds across the globe.\'For the whole world is Irish on the Seventeenth o\' March!\' The Irish-American poet Thomas Augustine Daly, as seen on Bustle.comOn St Patrick\'s Day 2011, the Irish-American astronaut Catherine Coleman played a 100-year-old flute belonging to the Irish band The Chieftains, while floating weightless in the space station. Her performance was later included in a track called The Chieftains in Orbit. Σελίδες: 192, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0302, Διαστάσεις: 11.8x11.8cm

The perfect parenting companion... Not suitable for children. Mums and Dads have always yearned for a rule book, a hitchhikers\' guide if you will, that spelled out for them how to raise their children properly so they grow up to be well-rounded, decent and likeable adults. Well, that book doesn\'t exist. And it never will. So, why not read this one instead? We won\'t bullshit you with lies. We\'re here to make you laugh. The Little Book of Shit Baby Names ... and Other Pearls of Parenting Wisdom is the ideal antidote to a long day of looking after those little versions of yourself. This tiny tome is the perfect pick-me-up once you\'ve dropped the kids off (at school, not a cliff) or put the baby down (to sleep) and you can finally reflect on how degrading and awful parenting is. This book will make you feel better if only because it\'ll teach you alternative, and perverted, lyrics to \'Wheels on the Bus\'. Packed to the gills with hilarious jokes on all things baby-related, from how to avoid choosing a shit baby name, through to scores of bite-size parenting wisdom that may one day save your sanity from leaking out of your ears. Σελίδες: 192, Έτος Έκδοσης: 0901, Διαστάσεις: 11.8x11.8cm

“From fruit eating bats to smart chimpanzees, from moles in their holes to seals in the seas”, Dr. Seuss’ famous Cat in the Hat takes young readers on a fun-filled tour of the world of mammals. This title forms part of a series of books that takes a look at natural history through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at beginning readers – from four to seven years old – the books are designed to bridge the gap between concept books written for preschoolers and more formal non fiction titles that require fluent reading skills. By presenting the facts in a lively and rhythmic manner, they provide the critical foundation upon which complex facts and ideas can eventually be built. Σελίδες: 48, Διαστάσεις: 16.3x16.3cm

“The T. Rex was strong, with teeth sharp as knives. When most dinos saw him, they ran for their lives!” And so Dr. Seuss’ Cat in the Hat introduces young readers to the fiercest of all the many extinct reptiles featured in this exciting exploration of the Age of Dinosaurs. This title forms part of a series of books that takes an off-beat look at natural history through a fun combination of Seussian rhymes and zany illustrations. Aimed at early readers – from four to seven year olds – the books are designed to bridge the gap between concept books written for preschoolers and more formal non fiction titles that require fluent reading skills. By presenting the facts in a lively and rhythmic manner, they provide the critical foundation upon which complex facts and ideas can eventually be built. Σελίδες: 48, Διαστάσεις: 16.3x16.3cm

It\'s Easter and Peppa and George are having an Easter egg hunt for their friends!Mummy and Daddy Pig help them paint all the colourful eggs and together they hide them all round the garden. Their friends arrive and are soon busy hunting for eggs but Peppa and George have disappeared... where could they have gone? Aha! There\'s Peppa the Easter Bunny and George the chick to surprise their friends! Everybody loves Easter! Σελίδες: 16, Διαστάσεις: 17.6x17.6cm

An interactive photographic board book all about the things babies love most! This bold, playful board book introduces a variety of familiar objects for babies to identify, including a banana, a sippy cup, a ball, and a puppy! Each is introduced with a variety of other objects in the same category, and readers are asked to pick out the featured object from the rest. The very last spread reveals what babies love most . . . being loved! This new board book is the ideal follow-up to Making Faces, which features the same photographer’s playful photos. Σελίδες: 14, Έτος Έκδοσης: 1008, Διαστάσεις: 17.5x17.5cm

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3­-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. - Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts. - Structured language progression to develop children\'s reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills. - Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). - Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests. - A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra activities and learning resources. Roald Dahl: The Magic Finger, a Level 4 Reader, is A2 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Flyers exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, more past and future tense structures, modal verbs and a wider variety of conjunctions.\"I have a Magic Finger. When I get angry . . . things begin to happen!\" What will happen when the finger is pointed at the Gregg family?Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information. Σελίδες: 64, Διαστάσεις: 15.3x15.3cm

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3­-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, favourite characters, modern stories and non-fiction. Written by experts, it uses proven methods to help children learn English and grasp key grammar and vocabulary points.Perfect for learning English in school or at homeDevelops reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skillsFeatures much-loved characters and authors such as Peter Rabbit, Peppa Pig, Roald Dahl and Eric Carle Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR)Language activities in every book provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) testsFeatures free online resources including audio, answer keys, lesson plans and tips for parentsRoald Dahl: The Giraffe, the Pelly and Me, a Level 3 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Movers exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, some expression of future meaning, comparisons, contractions and relative clauses.One day, Billy meets the Giraffe, the Pelican, and the Monkey, who wash windows to buy food. Will Billy help the animals?Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information. Σελίδες: 64, Διαστάσεις: 15.1x15.1cm

If Mrs Tischbein had known the amazing adventures her son Emil would have in Berlin, she\'d never have let him go. Unfortunately, when his seven pounds goes missing on the train, Emil is determined to get it back - and when he teams up with the detectives he meets in Berlin, it\'s just the start of a marvellous money-retrieving adventure . . .A classic and influential story, Emil and the Detectives remains an enthralling read.From November 16th 2013, an exciting new adaptation of Emil and the Detectives will be playing at the National Theatre in London. Σελίδες: 224, Διαστάσεις: 12.9x12.9cm

Learn the alphabet with the help of this bright and engaging book. With gorgeous new illustrations and irresistible cover finishes, this is pocket money power punching well above its weight. Σελίδες: 32, Διαστάσεις: 11.8x11.8cm