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When Harry finds a bucketful of dinosaurs in the attic, they soon become inseparable. But when the dinosaurs get lost, how will Harry get them back? Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs is a Level 3 Read it yourself title, suitable for children who are developing reading confidence and stamina, and are eager to start reading longer stories with a wider vocabulary.

When Harry is chosen to be class football captain, he's worried that his team will be rubbish during the football competition. Luckily, Mr Oakley and the dinosaurs are there to help! Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. Harry and the Dinosaurs United is a Level 4 Read it yourself title, ideal for children who are ready to read longer stories with a wider vocabulary and are keen to read independently.

Ladybird's First Fabulous Facts is an illustrated non-fiction series for 3-5 year olds. Fun and fascinating facts engage young children and bring their favourite interests, hobbies and obsessions to life. Dinosaurs shows what these prehistoric creatures looked like, where they lived, what they ate and what happened to them. Dinosaurs of all shapes and sizes are introduced, as well as other prehistoric animals such as pterosaurs and plesiosaurs. You can look out for other titles in the series: Minibeasts, My Body and My Planet Earth.

Lily and Rose are helpful fairies who love to take care of their garden friends. But will Patch the elf's naughty tricks mean that the fairy friends stop helping those who need it? Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. Fairy Friends is a Level 1 Read it yourself title, suitable for very early readers who have had some initial reading instruction and are ready to take their first steps in reading real stories. Each story is told very simply, using a small number of frequently repeated words.

The creators of the number one preschool children's TV show Peppa Pig, bring you the new magical award-winning world of Ben and Holly's Little Kingdom. Join Ben and Holly and all their friends in a right royal rather noisy knees-up, with this fantastic 18 button sound book! Visual prompts encourage preschoolers to follow along in the story and push the corresponding sound button.

This Ladybird Histories book all about Ancient Egypt is perfect for children learning about Ancient Egypt and the egyptians at school. It includes Ancient Egypt's kings and queens, how ancient Egyptians lived and why they believed in mummification and different egyptian gods. Packed full of interesting and entertaining details that will delight all readers — from lifestyles, battles, and important characters to the influence the past has played on the world around us today. Everything you need to know about Ancient Egypt for school homework! Ladybird Histories is a series of books about periods and people in history that children find especially engaging. Look out for other titles in the series: Tudors and Stuarts.

Help your child with their early phonics learning with this Ladybird I'm Ready for Phonics book. Focusing on the initial letter sounds at the beginning of simple words, this fun and bright book is a great way to introduce phonics, letters and sounds to your little one. Other products in the Ladybird's I'm Ready series include phonics flashcards and Ladybird's phonics app.

Friends Charlie and Marv are trying to invent a new invention for a school project — but it's harder than it looks! Maybe Charlie's little sister Lola can come up with some ideas... Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. Charlie and Lola: I Am Inventing an Invention is a Level 4 Read it yourself title, ideal for children who are ready to read longer stories with a wider vocabulary and are keen to read independently.

Charlie's little sister Lola wants to buy a good present for her friend Lotta's birthday. But when Lola sees something she really wants for herself, will Lotta's present be forgotten? Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird's best-selling series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills. Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading. The wide range of classic fairy tales, favourite characters and exciting modern stories in the Read it yourself series appeal to all children, whatever their interests, and have bright, detailed pictures to help support the text. Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools. Charlie and Lola: You Won't Like This Present as Much as I Do is a Level 3 Read it yourself title, suitable for children who are developing reading confidence and stamina, and are eager to start reading longer stories with a wider vocabulary.

Keep Peppa Pig fans busy with the Holiday Sticker Activity Book, the perfect activity book to keep your little piglets happy. Jet away on holiday with Peppa and George and find out what funny adventures the Pig family gets up to abroad! This sticker book is packed with lots and lots of fun, holiday-related stickers. The perfect activity and sticker book for little Peppa Pig fans. There are a variety of Peppa Pig books available in the Ladybird Books range including Peppa's Busy Day, Peppa's Easter Egg Hunt, Peppa and George's Theatre Show and many more.

Hop aboard! Peppa and George are always on the move and so are their family and friends. This sticker book is packed with lots and lots of stickers of vehicles, including cars, vans, trains and diggers. Perfect for keeping little Peppa fans busy. Based on the hit pre-school animation, Peppa Pig, shown daily on Five's Milkshake and Nick Jnr.

Tick-tock, tick-tock, it's Peppa and George's clock! Read the story and join Peppa and George on their very busy day, turning the clock hands as you go. This delightful children's novelty book is perfect bedtime reading and features Peppa Pig and your favourite characters from the show. There are a variety of Peppa Pig books available in the Ladybird Books range including the Happy Holiday Sticker Activity Book, Peppa's Easter Egg Hunt, Peppa and George's Theatre Show and many more.

Peppa Pig, George and their friends are going on a big adventure to Grampy Rabbit's Dinosaur Park. At the park they follow some mysterious footprints, go down a giant dinosaur slide, and track down a huge dinosaur egg. At the end of the day Peppa and all her family and friends sing the Dinosaur Stomp song! A new story book with 5 sound buttons that bring the story to life. The perfect gift for toddlers.

Pirate Pete and Princess Polly are two of Ladybird's best-loved characters, who have the same experiences as every young child. Now, these young friends are back in a brand new sound book to help show preschool children the benefits of having good manners and being polite and kind. Pirate Pete and Princess Polly: Please and Thank You is a sturdy board book that covers common situations at nursery and at home where children may need to say 'please', 'thank you' and 'excuse me'. It also shows key everyday manners such as chewing with your mouth closed, helping others and washing hands before eating. Children will enjoy cheering Pete and Polly's good behaviour on every page by pressing the exciting cheer sound button. This also acts as motivation for children to show off their own good manners. Saying please and thank you has never been so fun!

Pirate Pete I'm a New Big Brother is part of Ladybird's successful Pirate Pete and Princess Polly range — introducing children to key milestones in a fun and reassuring way. This Ladybird sound book describes the excitement and fun of having a new sibling and becoming a big brother. The simple text and colourful illustrations will help little boys understand what happens when a new baby joins the family and how lovely it is to be a big brother. Other titles in the series include Pirate Pete's Potty, Princess Polly's Potty, Pirate Pete and Princess Polly Please and Thank You.

Princess Polly I'm a New Big Sister is part of Ladybird's successful Pirate Pete and Princess Polly range — introducing children to key milestones in a fun and reassuring way. This Ladybird sound book describes the excitement and fun of having a new sibling and becoming a big sister. The simple text and colourful illustrations will help little girls understand what happens when a new baby joins the family and how lovely it is to be a big sister. Other titles in the series include Pirate Pete's Potty, Princess Polly's Potty, Pirate Pete and Princess Polly Please and Thank You.

The Further Adventures of the Owl and the Pussycat — a beautiful new story by Julia Donaldson Gruffalo author, Julia Donaldson, revisits Edward Lear's favourite rhyme in this wonderful new story set in a nonsensical land full of adventure. When their beautiful golden ring is stolen, the Owl and the Pussy-cat must travel far from the safety of the Bong-tree glade as their search for the thief leads them across the Sea, to the Chankly Bore and beyond... Full of enchanting lyricism this new rhyme, beautifully illustrated by Charlotte Voake, promises to be as important and successful as the original. Julia Donaldson was born in 1948. She grew up in London and studied at Bristol University. She worked for a few years in publishing and as a teacher, while also writing and performing songs and street theatre with her husband Malcolm, and writing and directing two musicals for children. She has written over a hundred books and plays for children and teenagers, including the award-winning stories The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale, which are among the UK's best-selling picture books. Julia has won many awards, including the Smarties and Blue Peter Awards and is currently the Children's Laureate. Charlotte Voake was born in Wales and studied at the University of London. Her first illustrations were published while she was studying there in 1978. She has won the Sheffield Children's Book Award and the Smarties Book Award twice. She has been shortlisted for both the Kurt Maschler Emil Award and the Kate Greenaway Medal. Also by Julia Donaldson: The Gruffalo; Superworm; Room on the Broom; The Magic Paintbrush; The Snail and the Whale; A Squash and a Squeeze; Zog; The Highway Rat; Tabby McTat; Monkey Puzzle; Stick Man; Jack and the Flumflum Tree; and What the Ladybird Heard.

Illustrated by picture book star Helen Oxenbury, this magical make-believe adventure is the perfect bedtime tale for little boys and brave children everywhere. Night is falling, bedtime is looming and playtime is nearly over... but brave King Jack is more than a match for fearsome dragons and terrible beasties. Peter Bently and Helen Oxenbury weave a tale of such powerful magic that King Jack and the Dragon looks set to become a classic every bit as powerful as We're Going on a Bear Hunt. This wonderful new tale is now reissued in hardy board book format, to be enjoyed again and again by the hardiest little warriors.

The trip-trot, leap-a-lot, skipping, hopping hare challenges the forest animals to a race and Tiptoe Tortoise takes him on. But can he really win...? This simple picture book with its bouncy rhyming text will delight pre-schoolers and help encourage their language development. Bright, contemporary artwork perfectly complements the text and adds to the fun. Part of the new 'Ladybird I'm Ready to Read' series, it is perfect for reading aloud and sharing with young children.

Chick has found something strange in the farmyard. Is it a rock? Is it a brick? Whatever could it be? Duck, Frog and Dog all have their own ideas. But the four friends get a big surprise when Tortoise pops her head out of her shell — 'Boo!' This simple picture book with its bouncy rhyming text will delight pre-schoolers and help encourage their language development. Bright, contemporary artwork perfectly complements the text and adds to the fun. Part of the new 'Ladybird I'm Ready to Read' series, it is perfect for reading aloud and sharing with young children.

You can come and explore the colourful world of Hello Kitty in this lovely sticker book. Have fun completing the scenes using the big stickers and learn to count along with her! The perfect book to keep toddlers quiet and occupied when you're out and about or travelling.

This colourful flashcard set, part of Ladybird's I'm Ready...range, is perfect for supporting a child learning synthetic phonics. It closely follows the Government's Letters and Sounds document, ensuring that your child will not be deviating from the way they learn synthetic phonics at school, and also contains a helpful parent note and phonics glossary of all the key terms. There are 44 different phonemes (letter sounds) in the English language that can be blended together to make words. Ladybird's I'm Ready for Phonics flashcard pack features all the key phonemes, in the order that children learn the sounds in Reception and Year 1 at school. Each individual card contains one phoneme. Let your child say the phoneme, and then turn the card over to see an example of that sound in a word, with a clear, colourful illustration of that word. If your child has difficulty reading the word, look at the sound buttons underneath. These show how many different sounds make up that word, and will help your child to blend them together. Some phonemes can however be spelt in different ways. For example, /c/, /k/ and /ck/ are different graphemes (the written representation, or spelling, of phonemes) of the same letter sound. Examples of how they are used in words include: /cat/, /kite/ and /lock/. The most common graphemes are also included in the pack, so that some sounds are taught more than once in different guises. With over 70 years' experience, trust Ladybird to help build your child's reading confidence!

Say hello to LEGO® Friends — LEGO's gorgeous new range aimed exclusively at girls! Meet the characters — Andrea, Emma, Mia, Stephanie and Olivia — and have fun using your cool stickers in this brilliant activity book!

Angelina and the New Baby — a wonderful story by Katharine Holabird and Helen Craig. This classic Angelina story is a brilliant introduction to the arrival of a new baby. Angelina is so excited by the arrival of a new baby, Polly, and can't wait to be a big sister. But Angelina's family spend so much time doting on the baby that Angelina soon feels left out and forgotten. Yet Angelina hasn't been forgotten and, when they see how upset she is, her family show her that love for your children only increases as they get older. It was previously published as Angelina's Baby Sister. Katharine Holabird grew up in Chicago, USA. She wrote the first Angelina Ballerina book, Angelina Ballerina, in 1982. Katharine has three grown-up children and lives in London with her husband. Helen Craig was born in London. She became an apprentice photographer aged sixteen and went on to set up her own studio. Helen has illustrated over 60 children's books. She has a grown-up son, several grandchildren and lives in Cambridge.