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Elmer

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Age:	Age 3 and above
Pages:	32 pages
Dimensions:	21 x 23.3 cm
Format:	Hardback
Author:	David McKee

Elmer the colourful patchwork elephant has been a nursery favourite since this first book was published in 1989. A modern classic, this picture book is known to millions, and continues to be the strongest seller of the whole series, having sold over 2 million copies around the world.

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Charlie and the Chocolate Factory OUT OF STOCK

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Age:	Age 8 - 11 years
Pages:	208 pages
Dimensions:	129mm x 198mm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Roald Dahl

A new edition of the famous Dahl story of Charlie Bucket and his Golden Ticket, and Willy Wonka and his amazing chocolate factory. Great new Quentin Blake cover as well as a whole new exciting end section about Roald Dahl and his world.

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Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator

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Age:	8-11 years
Pages:	208 pages
Dimensions:	129 x 198mm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Roald Dahl

Charlie and Mr. Willy Wonka, the unforgettable heroes of "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," return for a second magical adventure.

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The Steadfast Tin Soldier

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Age:	4 - 7years
Pages:	32
Dimensions:	25.8cm x 21.2cm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	H. C. Anderson

This is Hans Christian Andersen's poignant tale of a one-legged toy soldier who falls in love with a beautiful paper dancer. P.J. Lynch's luminous illustrations perfectly complement Naomi Lewis's translation of this haunting, much loved tale.

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The Snow Queen

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Age:	6+
Pages:	56
Dimensions:	28 x 25.2cm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Hans Christian Andersen

The classic story of Kay, the little boy whose heart and eye are pierced by a splinter of glass and who turns against his playmate, Gerda. When Kay is carried off by the beautiful but cruel Snow Queen, Gerda sets off in search of him. Hans Christian Andersen's greatest tale stunningly illustrated by award winning artist P. J. Lynch.

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Classics Retold - Frankenstein

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Age:	8+
Pages:	144
Dimensions:	19.8 cm x 12.9cm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Retold by John Grant

Based on the classic tale by Mary Shelley, this gripping horror story recounts Victor Frankenstein’s terrible experiment to "build" a human without a soul. But the being he creates, though intelligent and sensitive is so huge and hideous that it is rejected by its creator with terrifying and tragic consequences.

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Kidnapped

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Age:	8+
Pages:	160
Dimensions:	19.8cm x 12.9cm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Retold by Henry Brook

A faithful retelling of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story of daring, intrigue and danger.

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Florence Nightingale

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Age:	7+
Pages:	64
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Lucy Lethbridge

The remarkable story of Florence Nightingale, from her privileged childhood to the horrors of her work in the Crimea and as a hospital reformer.

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Rupert Bear: Fun In Nutwood (A Lift-the-Flap Book)

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Age:	2+
Pages:	12
Dimensions:	21cm x21cm
Format:	Board Book with Flaps
Author:	Egmont Publishing

Meet Rupert Bear, Bill Badger, Edward Trunk, Ping Pong, the Fox twins and little Ming, take a tour around Nutwood and peek into the homes of Rupert and his friends, with this amazing lift-the-flap book.

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Treasure Island - Classics Retold

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Age:	8+
Pages:	160
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Retold by Henry Brook

An exciting retelling of this great adventure story, clearly written in a modern, approachable style to introduce young readers to this much-loved classic story.

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Tom Sawyer - Classics Retold OUT OF STOCK

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Age:	8+
Pages:	160
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Retold by Henry Brook

In his sleepy little town, Tom Sawyer dreams of becoming a pirate, an explorer or an outlaw. But after witnessing a gruesome crime in the graveyard, he sets off on an adventure far more thrilling than he could have imagined. Mark Twain’s classic story, rivetingly retold for today’s younger readers.

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Classics Retold - Tales of King Arthur

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Age:	8+
Pages:	144
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Retold by Felicity Brooks

A collection of faithful retellings of the classic stories of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table, clearly written in a modern, approachable style.

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Each Peach Pear Plum

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Age:	2-5
Pages:	32
Dimensions:	14.2cm x 10.6cm
Format:	Mini Paperback
Author:	Janet and Allan Ahlberg

'In this book with your little eye, take a look and play 'I spy' - so starts this superb classic story from best-selling author/illustrator team Janet and Allan Ahlberg. A poem on each spread gives the clue as to the well-known nursery characters hiding in the picture opposite.

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The Magic Faraway Tree

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Age:	7+
Pages:	192
Dimensions:	19.8cm x12.9cm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Enid Blyton

Jo, Bessie and Fanny take their cousin Rick on an adventure he’ll never forget to the magic Faraway Tree, where he meets Moon-Face, Silky the fairy and Saucepan Man, and visits all the different lands at the top of the Faraway Tree.

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Moonfleet

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Age:	7+
Pages:	64
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Adapted by Rob Lloyd Jones

After stumbling upon a secret laid buried for hundreds of years, John Trenchard finds himself transported into a world of treachery, danger and stolen diamonds. The classic story of smuggling and corruption retold for children growing in reading confidence.

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David Copperfield

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Age:	7+
Pages:	64
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Mary Sebag-Montefiore

The dramatic story of a young boy’s escape from an unhappy childhood into the adventures of an adult life, full of unforgettable characters. This classic Charles Dickens novel is retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories.

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The Gingerbread Man

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Age:	18 months+
Pages:	24
Dimensions:	25cm x 25cm
Format:	Padded Hardback
Author:	Lesley Simms

A delightful picture book retelling the classic tale for younger children. Run, run as fast as you can, you can't catch him, he's the Gingerbread Man! But although he may be able to out-run everyone, can the Gingerbread Man outwit the cunning fox?

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The Story of Pinocchio

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Age:	18 months+
Pages:	24
Dimensions:	250mm x 250mm
Format:	Padded Hardback
Author:	Retold by Katie Daynes

This charming book will enthrall young children, as they follow Pinocchio on his quest to become a real boy.

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Dracula

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Age:	7+
Pages:	64
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Retold by Rosie Dickens

The classic horror story by Bram Stoker retold for children ready to tackle longer and more complex stories.Jonathan Harker has no idea of the horrors that await him in Castle Dracula. An ancient evil is hungry for new blood. Can Jonathan and his friends defeat it?

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Jack and the Beanstalk

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Age:	6+
Pages:	48
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Katie Daynes

The classic tale of Jack and the Beanstalk humorously revisited.

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The Prince and the Pauper

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Age:	6+
Pages:	64
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Retold by Susanna Davidson

The popular adventure by Mark Twain retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability.In Tudor England, a young beggar boy passes the golden gates of Westminster Palace and by chance, meets the Prince. It is a moment that will change their lives forever.

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The Railway Children

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Age:	6+
Pages:	64
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Retold by Mary Sebag-Montefiore

A re-telling of the classic E.Nesbit story for children growing in reading confidence.When their father is accused of spying, Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis' life is changed overnight by their move from London to the countryside. But will their father ever come back?

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Little Women

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Age:	7+
Pages:	64
Dimensions:	19.8cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Louisa-May Alcott (retold by Lesley Simms)

A re-telling of the beloved Louisa May-Alcott story for younger children. The inspirational story follows the fortunes of the March sisters as they struggle through the American Civil War and learn the importance of love, family and following their dreams.

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Oliver Twist

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Age:	7+
Pages:	64
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Based on the story by Charles Dickens

A retelling of the classic Charles Dickins story for children growing in their reading confidence and ability. Oliver grows up in an orphanage, and when he dares to ask for more is cast out into a world of colourful characters in which he will have to keep his wits about him and pick a pocket or two to survive.

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The Wind in the Willows

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Age:	6+
Pages:	64
Dimensions:	19.8cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Kenneth Grahame (Adapted by Lesley Simms)

The classic story retold for children growing in reading confidence. Mole, Ratty, Badger and the infamous Mr Toad love nothing more than messing around on the river. But when Mr Toad develops an obsession with motor vehicles, will his friends be able to help before he loses everything?

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Rumpelstiltskin

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Age:	6+
Pages:	48
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Susanna Davidson

A classic fairytale retold for children growing in their reading confidence. Cunning Rumpelstiltskin tries to trick the Queen by challenging her to guess his rather unusual name, but will he succeed?

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Aladdin and His Magical Lamp

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Age:	6+
Pages:	48
Dimensions:	19.6cm x 13cm
Format:	Hardback with ribbon marker
Author:	Katie Daynes

A classic story re-told with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading on their own. When Aladdin meets his long-lost uncle, he finds a lamp and a genie with the power to grant wishes. But is everything quite what it seems?

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The Gruffalo's Child OUT OF STOCK

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Age:	3-5
Pages:	32
Dimensions:	21.7cm x 21.6cm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Julia Donaldson

The sequel to the bestselling THE GRUFFALO. One dark night the Gruffalo's child disobeys her father’s warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist . . . does he?

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The Gruffalo

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Age:	3-5
Pages:	32
Dimensions:	21.7cm x 21.6cm
Format:	Paperback
Author:	Julia Donaldson

A rhyming story of a mouse and a monster. Little mouse goes for a walk in a dangerous forest. To scare off his enemies, he invents tales of a fantastical creature called the Gruffalo. Imagine his surprise when he meets the real Gruffalo!

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