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The Dark World is in danger, for the Veil is vulnerable. War is soon to come. On one side are Tal and the Underfolk rebels, struggling valiantly for freedom. On another side are Milla and the Icecarls, preparing to assault the Castle in order to preserve their world. And on a third side lies the most sinister force of all, a force of such power that it could unleash the ultimate destruction.

Tal and Milla are only one step away from death. Evil is only one step away from triumph. An old war is made new again. The ultimate power is up for grabs. As shadows rage, ancient spells return, illusion reigns and corruption threatens. The search for hope is the bravest quest. The Seventh Tower is the key to it all.

Albert Einstein. The genius who invented e=mc2. Possibly the brainiest scientist in history – and the battiest! But did you know that Al’s life was almost as wild as his hair? Not only was an unruly young Al expelled from school, but he was spied on by the Nazis and the FBI. And after he died, he had his brain removed! Yes, even though he’s dead, Al’s still full of surprises!

You’ve probably heard of Elvis. He is dead famous for: being the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll; having trouble fitting into his spangly white jumpsuits – and causing a riot with a wiggle of his pelvis! But did you know that Elvis had his hair insured for a million dollars, flew halfway across America for 22 giant sandwiches, and had a tooth stuck in his lung? Yes, even though he’s dead, Elvis is still full of surprises!

Told from the differing male viewpoints of Billy, Jackie his dad and Michael his friend, this is the tough, heart-warming story of Billy Elliot with Melvin Burgess, author of Junk, adding power and even greater depth to the characters in this novel. The life of 12-year-old Billy, a coal-miner's son from Northern England is changed forever when he stumbles on a ballet class during his weekly boxing session. Before long he finds himslef wanting to dance and showing a raw talent seldom seen by the class teacher. But Billy knows he must keep his participation a secret. His mother is dead and his father and brother are fiercely involved in a bitter miner's strike; they wouldn't understand his fascination with ballet. This is Billy's gritty, poignant struggle to realise his talent and find a differnet future.

Think again! This delightful series brings something unusual to the study of history: humor. You Wouldn't Want to... revels in the darker side of life in ancient times. The reader is on center stage as he or she gets a tour through life as a slave, warrior, explorer — even a mummy! Hilarious illustrations, captions, and sidebars leave no doubt that you simply wouldn't want to be there.

Teaching phonics is a delight with this big collection of irresistible poetry! Each kid-pleasing poem helps kids master key decoding skills and targets a key letter-sound relationship — consonants, vowels, blends, digraphs, and more.

The author/illustrator of the highly successful Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists series lends his creative talents to another fun, informative series, this one featuring world-famous composers.

The author/illustrator of the highly successful Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists series lends his creative talents to another fun, informative series, this one featuring world-famous composers.

The author/illustrator of the highly successful Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists series lends his creative talents to another fun, informative series, this one featuring world-famous composers.

The author/illustrator of the highly successful Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists series lends his creative talents to another fun, informative series, this one featuring world-famous composers.

Presents a biography of Marc Chagall.

Alphabet Soup, Cereal Box Consonant Search, Clown Slide Blends, Flip the Vowel Flapjacks... Kids will clamor for these easy and irresistible games and activities that teach and reinforce alphabet recognition, consonants, blends, short and long vowels, and more! Activities can be used for independent work, in learning centers, or with the entire class. Packed with ready-to-use patterns. For use with Grades K-2.

Clifford the Small Red Puppy and his big friend teach young children about slow/fast; first/last; up/down; wet/dry; and more!

Sometimes it seems that the youngest students have the most questions. The Scholastic First Encyclopedia series, now available in a paperback format, is still the resource to which these children can turn. Designed with the earliest readers in mind, these vibrantly illustrated books contain easy-to-understand text that provides the answers to the questions kids have about the world. With all the standard reference tools such as an index, glossary, and well-labeled diagrams, the First Encyclopedias go a step further. Every detail has been carefully designed for very young children. Kids will use standard research features, but in a simplified format that will make finding information a snap! In particular, the unique cross-referencing system makes it easy for any child to find additional information on a topic. A First Atlas features up-to-date information about the world, including maps that reflect the latest boundary changes. Recent changes include the creation of Nunavut, Canada's newest territory, and East Timor breaking away from Indonesia.

Make sure your child is ready for the 11+ English Test. Scholastic Practice Papers will help prepare your child with confidence so they can achieve to the best of their ability. Strong English skills underpinned by knowledge of grammar, punctuation and spelling are crucial for success in 11+. These papers will help to boost their scores by offering stretching Level 6 tests based on these core areas of language. From Scholastic, whose resources have been trusted by teachers for more than 25 years, this pack provides three complete tests and mark schemes, as well as clear guidance for parents, pupils and teachers on getting the best out of test practice.

Make sure your child is ready for the 11+ English Test. Scholastic Practice Papers will help prepare your child with confidence so they can achieve to the best of their ability. Strong English skills underpinned by knowledge of grammar, punctuation and spelling are crucial for success in 11+. These papers will help to boost their scores by offering stretching Level 6 tests based on these core areas of language. From Scholastic, whose resources have been trusted by teachers for more than 25 years, this pack provides three complete tests and mark schemes, as well as clear guidance for parents, pupils and teachers on getting the best out of test practice.

The author/illustrator of the highly successful Getting to Know the World's Greatest Artists series lends his creative talents to another fun, informative series, this one featuring world-famous composers.

Ever since Harry Potter had come home for the summer, the Dursleys had been so mean and hideous that all Harry wanted was to get back to the Hogwarts School for Witchcraft and Wizardry. But just as he's packing his bags, Harry receives a warning from a strange, impish creature who says that if Harry returns to Hogwarts, disaster will strike. And strike it does. For in Harry's second year at Hogwarts, fresh torments and horrors arise, including an outrageously stuck-up new professor and a spirit who haunts the girls' bathroom. But then the real trouble begins — someone is turning Hogwarts students to stone. Could it be Draco Malfoy, a more poisonous rival than ever? Could it possibly be Hagrid, whose mysterious past is finally told? Or could it be the one everyone at Hogwarts most suspects...Harry Potter himself!

When naughty George and Harold hypnotise their headteacher, they accidentally create the greatest superhero in the history of their school — Captain Underpants! His true identity is so secret that even HE doesn’t know who he is… but he’s Fighting For Truth, Justice And All Things Pre-Shrunk And Cottony! If you’re a naughty villain like the diabolical Dr Diaper, watch out! Captain Underpants has wedgie-power on his side, and he’s coming your way. “Stop, in the name of underpants!” First in the fantastic series which has boys falling over themselves to get their mitts on a book!

The fascinating story of Oliver Cromwell warts and all. How the Roundheads ousted the Royals! Illustrated with PhilipReeve s fantastic cartoons.

Welcome to the Dark World. Tal lives high above, in a mountaintop castle where light is the ultimate commodity, the spirit world is the only escape and isolation from the outside world is complete. He does not think to question his world. He does not dare to dream of anything else. Then one day he tries to steal a sunstone, the only way of assuring his family's safety. The attempt fails, and Tal falls from the Castle... straight into the unknown.Tal is found by Milla, an Icecarl marauder who tries immediately to kill this boy who has fallen from the sky. Tal and Milla are complete opposites — he lives in his head, she lives through action and combat. Although they do not trust each other, they must help each other get to the Castle... fighting many obstacles along the way. The world of The Seventh Tower is a remarkably intricate, imaginative one, rich in detail and intrigue Together, Tal and Milla will unravel the Castle's mysteries — and struggle to find a place for themselves. In this exciting joint effort between Lucasfilm and Scholastic, an imaginative work weaves magic, adventure, family, and honor into a fantasy world unlike one ever described before. Two worlds: one spiritual and magical, the other aggressive and warriorlike. Two young voyagers: one born to think, the other to fight. Two conflicts: the restrictions of a way of life, and the threat of death. All colliding.

In this exciting joint effort between Lucasfilm and Scholastic, an imaginative work weaves magic, adventure, family, and honor into a fantasy world unlike one ever described before. Two worlds: one spiritual and magical, the other aggressive and warriorlike. Two young voyagers: one born to think, the other to fight. Two conflicts: the restrictions of a way of life, and the threat of death.

A snap to learn, each of these games helps children score high on spelling tests. The creative fun includes Spelling Bingo, Word Rollercoaster, Letter Tic-Tac-Toe, Spelling Soccer, Go Fish, and many more.