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ClearAwesome Jokes That Every Kid Should Know (1)
Awesome Jokes That Every 5 Year Old Should Know!
1 copy available · Matthew Gretton
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A collection of kid-friendly jokes designed specifically for five-year-olds. Packed with silly gags, knock-knock jokes, and simple punchlines that young children can learn, remember, and retell to family and friends. Illustrated by Yurko Rymar, the book is designed to get little ones laughing and building confidence through humour.
Big Bright Feelings (1)
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Billy's Bravery is a picture book by Tom Percival, part of his Big Bright Feelings series, which explores children's emotions through gentle storytelling. Billy loves adventures and exploring, but when he faces something that makes him feel scared, he has to find the courage to be brave. The story helps young children understand that being brave doesn't mean not being afraid — it means facing your fears even when they feel overwhelming.
Dr. Seuss Classic Collection (1)
Fox in Socks
1 copy available · Matthew Gretton
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Fox in Socks is a fast-paced tongue-twister book in which a mischievous fox challenges his friend Knox to increasingly tricky and hilarious word games. Packed with rhymes, puns, and absurd scenarios involving beetles, noodles, and tweetle beetles, the book builds in complexity until Knox has had enough. It's a beloved Dr. Seuss classic that turns reading aloud into a wonderfully silly challenge.
Look Inside (1)
Look Inside Space
2 copies available · Matthew Gretton
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This interactive lift-the-flap book takes young readers on a journey through outer space, exploring planets, stars, rockets, and the solar system. With over 70 flaps to lift, children can discover fascinating facts about space travel, the International Space Station, and what lies beyond our planet. It is part of the popular Usborne Look Inside series, designed to make learning engaging and hands-on for curious minds.
Meg and Mog (2)

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Meg is a witch who lives with her cat Mog and owl. When she casts a spell to make supper, things go hilariously wrong. This classic picture book combines bold, colourful illustrations by Jan Pieńkowski with a simple, funny story about a lovable witch and her companions.

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Meg the witch and her cat Mog try their hand at growing vegetables, but their efforts lead to magical mishaps and unexpected results. This is a short, fun picture book from the beloved Meg and Mog series, illustrated by Jan Pieńkowski in his distinctive bold, colourful style.
Oxford Reading Tree (1)

Read with Biff, Chip and Kipper Levels 1-6
1 copy available · Matthew Gretton
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This is a collection of stories from the Oxford Reading Tree phonics programme, spanning Levels 1 through 6. The stories follow the adventures of Biff, Chip, Kipper, and their dog Floppy as they explore everyday situations and, at higher levels, travel through a magical key to exciting new worlds. The set is designed to support children learning to read, progressing from simple word recognition to more complex sentences and stories.
Princess Snowbelle (1)
Princess Snowbelle and the Snowstorm
1 copy available · Matthew Gretton
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Princess Snowbelle must brave a magical snowstorm in her winter wonderland kingdom. With the help of her friends, she sets out on a snowy adventure to save the day. This sparkly picture book celebrates friendship, courage, and the magic of winter.
The Jolly Postman (1)
The Jolly Christmas Postman
1 copy available · Matthew Gretton
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The Jolly Postman is back, this time delivering Christmas cards, letters, and gifts to favourite fairy-tale characters like Goldilocks, the Big Bad Wolf, and Humpty Dumpty. Each page features a real envelope containing a miniature letter, card, game, or other surprise for readers to pull out and explore. It's an interactive, festive celebration of storytelling and the magic of Christmas mail.
Thomas the Tank Engine (1)
Rusty
1 copy available · Matthew Gretton
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Rusty is a story from the Thomas the Tank Engine series, featuring Rusty, a friendly little diesel engine who works on the Skarloey Railway. Rusty helps out on the Island of Sodor, proving that being really useful matters more than what type of engine you are. The story is aimed at young children and features bright, colourful illustrations throughout.
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This interactive non-fiction book takes young readers on a journey beneath the ground to discover what lies under the Earth's surface. From soil layers and underground creatures to caves, fossils, and volcanic activity, children explore the hidden world below their feet through lift-the-flap features and vivid illustrations by Neil Clark.
Little Children's Christmas Activity Book
1 copy available · Matthew Gretton
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A colourful Christmas-themed activity book packed with puzzles, mazes, spot-the-difference challenges, drawing tasks, and other festive activities for young children. Published by Usborne, it offers hours of seasonal fun with engaging illustrations and simple instructions designed for little hands and minds.

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Mr Wolf invites the Three Bears, Little Red Riding Hood, and other fairy tale characters to a grand Christmas dinner party, but his guests can't help wondering what's really on the menu. This playful picture book turns familiar fairy tale expectations upside down with a warm and surprising twist. Jan Fearnley's charming illustrations bring the festive gathering to life with humour and heart.
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A beloved Dr. Seuss classic filled with silly rhymes and whimsical illustrations introducing young readers to a colourful cast of zany creatures. From fish of every colour to strange animals doing funny things, the book playfully explores opposites, counting, and the joy of nonsense. Its bouncy, rhythmic text makes it a perfect read-aloud for little ones learning about words and sounds.
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Rainbows in Bloom is a stunning visual book by floral designer Darroch Putnam that showcases breathtaking flower arrangements organized by the colours of the rainbow. Each spread features vibrant, artfully composed bouquets that celebrate the beauty and diversity of flowers. It is a feast for the eyes that introduces young readers to colours, nature, and the art of floral design.
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Sleepover Surprise follows the excitement and fun of a sleepover adventure. The story captures the joy and anticipation of spending the night with friends, exploring themes of friendship and togetherness. Limited additional publication details are available for this title.

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A retelling of the classic fairy tale in which three little pigs each build a house — one of straw, one of sticks, and one of bricks — and must outwit a hungry wolf who tries to blow their houses down. This Usborne edition brings the beloved story to life for young readers with engaging illustrations and accessible text.
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