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Awesome Jokes That Every Kid Should Know (1)

Awesome Jokes That Every 5 Year Old Should Know!

Awesome Jokes That Every 5 Year Old Should Know!

Mat Waugh

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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.

Captain Underpants (1)

The Adventures of Captain Underpants

The Adventures of Captain Underpants

Dav Pilkey

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George Beard and Harold Hutchins are two mischievous best friends who love pulling pranks and making comic books. When they accidentally hypnotise their mean principal, Mr Krupp, into thinking he's their comic book creation Captain Underpants, chaos ensues as he runs around in nothing but his underwear trying to fight crime. This wildly funny illustrated novel launched one of the most beloved children's book series of all time.

Cat Kid Comic Club (2)

Cat Kid Comic Club: Perspectives

Cat Kid Comic Club: Perspectives

Dav Pilkey

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In this second Cat Kid Comic Club adventure, Li'l Petey and his friends continue learning to create their own comics, but discover that everyone sees the world differently. The baby frog characters explore how diverse perspectives shape storytelling, art, and understanding one another. Packed with multiple comic-within-a-comic stories in varied art styles, the book celebrates creativity and individuality.

Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose

Cat Kid Comic Club: On Purpose

Dav Pilkey

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In this third installment of the Cat Kid Comic Club series, Li'l Petey and his friends continue creating their own comics while learning important lessons about purpose, perseverance, and creative expression. The baby frogs face new challenges as they work on their art, discovering that the journey of making something meaningful matters as much as the finished product. Told through a mix of narrative and comics-within-comics, the book celebrates the creative process with humor and heart.

Charlie Bucket (1)

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Charlie and the Chocolate Factory

Roald Dahl

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Charlie Bucket, a poor boy who can barely afford to eat, wins one of five golden tickets hidden inside Wonka chocolate bars, earning a tour of the mysterious and magical chocolate factory run by the eccentric Willy Wonka. Inside, Charlie and the other ticket winners encounter astonishing candy inventions, mischievous Oompa-Loompas, and rooms full of fantastical sweets, while the badly behaved children face surprising consequences for their greed and disobedience. This beloved classic blends wild imagination with sharp moral lessons wrapped in Roald Dahl's signature wit.

Dog Man (1)

Dog Man

Dog Man

Dav Pilkey

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Dog Man is a hero who is part dog and part police officer, created when a cop and his police dog are injured in an explosion and joined together by a daring surgical procedure. Together as one, Dog Man must protect the city from villains like Petey the Cat while navigating the challenges of being half dog in a human world. This graphic novel from the creator of Captain Underpants is packed with comic-strip panels, flip-o-rama pages, and silly humor.

Dr. Seuss Classic Collection (1)

Fox in Socks

Fox in Socks

Dr. Seuss

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.

Gordon (1)

Gordon Starts a Band

Gordon Starts a Band

Alex Latimer

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Gordon the gorilla decides to start a band, but finding the right musicians and getting everyone to play together proves to be a hilarious challenge. This picture book celebrates the joy of music-making, teamwork, and creative expression with Alex Latimer's characteristically witty storytelling and charming illustrations.

Grimwood (1)

Grimwood

Grimwood

Nadia Shireen

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Ted and Nancy are two fox cubs who flee the city and end up in Grimwood, a wild and wacky forest full of eccentric animal characters. When their new woodland home comes under threat, the foxes must rally their oddball neighbours to save the day. This illustrated chapter book is packed with humour, heart, and memorable characters.

Horrid Henry (2)

Horrid Henry

Horrid Henry

Francesca Simon

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Horrid Henry is the first book in the beloved series about a mischievous boy who is always getting into trouble, much to the frustration of his family. Henry's schemes and pranks contrast with his annoyingly perfect younger brother, Perfect Peter, leading to hilarious situations at home and school. Each chapter follows a self-contained story of Henry's outrageous behaviour and the chaos that ensues.

Horrid Henry and the Zombie Vampire

Horrid Henry and the Zombie Vampire

Francesca Simon

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Horrid Henry is back with four hilarious stories, including one where he becomes obsessed with zombie vampires. As always, Henry schemes, causes chaos, and clashes with his perfect brother Peter and the adults around him. This collection delivers the trademark mischief and laugh-out-loud humour that fans of the series love.

Isadora Moon (2)

Isadora Moon Gets the Magic Pox

Isadora Moon Gets the Magic Pox

Harriet Muncaster

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Isadora Moon, who is half vampire and half fairy, comes down with a case of the magic pox — and the spots cause all sorts of magical mischief! Isadora must cope with the unexpected chaos while her family tries to help her feel better. This charming story blends everyday childhood experiences like being unwell with a wonderfully imaginative magical world.

Isadora Moon Helps Out

Isadora Moon Helps Out

Harriet Muncaster

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Isadora Moon, who is half fairy and half vampire, tries to be helpful in various ways but her good intentions don't always go to plan. With her beloved pink rabbit Pink Rabbit by her side, Isadora navigates everyday situations with her unique magical touch. This charming illustrated chapter book combines magical adventures with relatable childhood experiences.

Meg and Mog (2)

Meg and Mog

Meg and Mog

Helen Nicholl

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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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.

Meg's Veg

Meg's Veg

Helen Nicoll

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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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.

Mirabelle (2)

Mirabelle Gets up to Mischief

Mirabelle Gets up to Mischief

Harriet Muncaster

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Mirabelle is half witch, half fairy and full of mischief. When she decides to use her magic to cause trouble, things quickly spiral out of control in unexpected ways. This illustrated chapter book from the creator of Isadora Moon follows Mirabelle as she learns that mischief often comes with consequences.

Mirabelle in Double Trouble

Mirabelle in Double Trouble

Harriet Muncaster

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Mirabelle, the mischievous half-witch, half-fairy cousin of Isadora Moon, finds herself in a tricky situation when she creates a magical double of herself. With two Mirabelles causing chaos, things quickly spiral out of control in hilarious and magical ways. This story explores the consequences of taking shortcuts and the importance of being true to yourself.

My Freaky Family (1)

Brainy Boris

Brainy Boris

Laurence Anholt

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Brainy Boris is part of Laurence Anholt's My Freaky Family series, featuring the eccentric and lovable members of the family. In this installment, Boris is the brainy one, and his clever antics lead to entertaining and humorous situations. The book is a short, illustrated chapter book aimed at young readers who are building confidence with independent reading.

Not Yet (1)

Pugs of the Frozen North

Pugs of the Frozen North

Philip Reeve, Sarah McIntyre

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Shen and Sika enter the Great Northern Race, a sled race across the frozen wilderness, with a team of sixty-six pugs pulling their sled. Along the way they face magical obstacles, strange competitors, and icy dangers as they race toward the mysterious tower of the Snowfather. This is a wildly imaginative and funny illustrated adventure from the team behind Oliver and the Seawigs.

Oxford Reading Tree TreeTops (1)

Sand Witch

Sand Witch

Alan MacDonald

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Sand Witch is a short, illustrated story about a young witch who causes mischief at the beach. Part of the Oxford Reading Tree series, it combines a fun seaside setting with a playful magical twist, using simple language and lively illustrations to engage emerging readers.

Paddington (1)

Paddington Turns Detective and Other Funny Stories

Paddington Turns Detective and Other Funny Stories

Michael Bond

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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This collection brings together several funny short stories featuring Paddington Bear, the lovable bear from Darkest Peru who always manages to get into sticky situations. In these tales, Paddington tries his paw at detective work and other adventures, with his well-meaning but chaotic efforts leading to hilarious results. Full of the warmth and gentle comedy that characterises the beloved Paddington series.

Princess Mirror-Belle (2)

Princess Mirror-Belle

Princess Mirror-Belle

Julia Donaldson

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Princess Mirror-Belle is about a mischievous princess who appears out of mirrors and claims to be the mirror image of a girl called Ellen. Mirror-Belle drags Ellen into all sorts of chaotic and funny situations, insisting she is from a magical world where everything is back to front. The book is a collection of short stories full of fairy-tale twists and humour, perfect for young readers who enjoy magical adventures with a comedic edge.

Princess Mirror-Belle and Snow White

Princess Mirror-Belle and Snow White

Julia Donaldson

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Ellen's mischievous mirror-world friend Princess Mirror-Belle appears once again, this time getting involved in a school production of Snow White. Mirror-Belle's outrageous claims and topsy-turvy logic cause hilarious chaos as she insists she knows the real story behind the fairy tale. This is a short, illustrated chapter book from Julia Donaldson's popular Princess Mirror-Belle series, blending everyday school life with magical mirror-world adventures.

Seriously Silly Stories (2)

Freddy Frogface

Freddy Frogface

Laurence Anholt

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Freddy Frogface is part of Laurence Anholt's "Seriously Silly Stories" series, a humorous retelling of the classic fairy tale "The Frog Prince." In this zany version, a frog with a face only a mother could love finds himself tangled up in a silly royal adventure. The story is packed with jokes, wordplay, and Arthur Robins' lively illustrations.

Rumply Crumply Stinky Pin

Rumply Crumply Stinky Pin

Laurence Anholt

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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A playful retelling of the classic Rumpelstiltskin fairy tale, part of Laurence Anholt's Seriously Silly Stories series. In this humorous twist, the familiar story is given a comical makeover with silly names, ridiculous situations, and laugh-out-loud moments. A young girl must guess the name of a quirky little man who has helped her, leading to a fun and surprising adventure.

The Bad Guys (1)

The Bad Guys

The Bad Guys

Aaron Blabey

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Mr Wolf, Mr Shark, Mr Piranha, and Mr Snake are villains who want to become heroes. Together they form a crew and attempt their first good deed — rescuing 200 dogs from a pound — but their scary reputations keep getting in the way. This full-colour edition of the first book in the series introduces the lovable gang of misunderstood bad guys on their hilarious quest to prove they can be good.

The Jolly Postman (1)

The Jolly Christmas Postman

The Jolly Christmas Postman

Allan Ahlberg, Janet Ahlberg

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.

Thursday Murder Club (1)

The Last Devil to Die

The Last Devil to Die

Richard Osman

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton Hey

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The Thursday Murder Club are drawn into a new case when an old friend in the antiques business is murdered, and a dangerous package goes missing. As the four retirees — Elizabeth, Joyce, Ron, and Ibrahim — investigate, they find themselves tangled up with drug dealers, old secrets, and the ever-present realities of ageing and loss. This fourth instalment in the beloved series blends cosy crime with warmth, wit, and genuine emotional depth.

Treehouse (1)

The 169-Storey Treehouse

The 169-Storey Treehouse

Andy Griffiths

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Andy and Terry's treehouse has grown to an incredible 169 storeys, packed with even more outrageous and imaginative levels than ever before. The duo find themselves caught up in another wild, fast-paced adventure filled with absurd humour, zany inventions, and chaotic situations. With Terry Denton's hilarious illustrations on every page, this instalment continues the beloved series' tradition of laugh-out-loud storytelling and madcap fun.

Gordon the Meanest Goose on Earth

Gordon the Meanest Goose on Earth

Alex Latimer

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Gordon is a goose with a reputation for being the meanest goose on the entire planet. Through his interactions with others, the story explores whether Gordon can change his ways and what it means to be kind. This funny picture book by Alex Latimer delivers a tale about behaviour and friendship with charm and wit.

Mr Wolf and the Three Bears

Mr Wolf and the Three Bears

Jan Fearnley

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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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.

One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish

One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish

Dr. Seuss

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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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.

Princess Smartypants

Princess Smartypants

Babette Cole

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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Princess Smartypants is a princess who enjoys her independent life and has no desire to get married. When her parents insist she find a husband, she sets impossible tasks for her suitors, and the one prince who succeeds gets a surprise he didn't expect. This witty picture book turns the traditional fairy tale on its head with Babette Cole's distinctive, exuberant illustrations.

Roald Dahl: Easter EGGstravaganza

Roald Dahl: Easter EGGstravaganza

Roald Dahl

1 copy available · Matthew Gretton

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A themed activity and story collection featuring beloved Roald Dahl characters with an Easter twist. It includes puzzles, games, recipes, and excerpts from Dahl's classic stories, all illustrated by Quentin Blake. This is a fun seasonal book designed to entertain young Roald Dahl fans during the Easter holiday.

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