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A New Zealand Christmas story. One that reveals the nightmare of every child without a chimney - how is Santa going to get in? A small child is horrified to realise that the house doesn't have a chimney, and Christmas is rapidly approaching. How will Santa leave his presents? Ultimately the child solves the problem. Told in a rhythmic text originally produced as a song for young children and now presented as both a story and a song in this book and CD combination.

Eric Puybaret's breathtaking artwork will lead readers on a magical journey over the rainbow and way up into the sky where happy little bluebirds fly and dreams really do come true. With a CD featuring an exquisite rendition of "Over the Rainbow", plus two other songs (I see the Moon and White Coral Bells) performed by Grammy Award winner Judy Collins, this beautiful set is sure to delight and touch the hearts of parents and children alike.

This hardback edition of a much-loved title in the Young Reading series is accompanied by an audio CD, read by Richard Teverson. The illustrated series has been developed to help young readers grow in reading confidence and ability.

It's a lovely day and Mr Gumpy decides to go for a ride in his motor car. But everyone else wants to come too! As the motor car and its passengers makes its way across the field, the rain begins... Mr Gumpy asks for volunteers to push the car, but everyone has an excuse, until it gets so bad that they all have to get out and help. Eventually, the sun shines once more as they drive across the bridge - and there's time for a swim on the way home.

Listen, dance, or sing along with these delightful nursery rhymes. Progress to the read-and-sing versions, following the words and pictures page by page of the nursery rhyme readers: one book for each of the 10 nursery rhymes.
CD Track Titles

Hickory Dickory Dock
Hey Diddle Diddle
Baa Baa Black Sheep
Jack and Jill
Humpty Dumpty
Little Miss Muffet
There was a Crooked Man
Ring o' Rosies
Incy Wincy Spider
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star Read an... read more

Young soldier Jim McLeod waits in the trenches of World War I for the order to attack the enemy. With him are his friends, and Nipper, the messenger dog. When they charge across no-man's-land, Jim is shot and finds himself face to face with an enemy soldier.

In this classic Seussian tale the good doctor primes his readers against all the little mishaps and misadventures that can befall even the best of us - from bang-ups and hang-ups to lurches and slumps - encouraging us to take life in our stride! This picture book format with audio CD, read by Miranda Richardson, is perfect for reading with children and as a gift for any life-changing occasion such as graduation, changing or leaving school etc. With his unique combination of hilarious stories, zany pictures and riotous rhymes, Dr. S... read more

Gerald the giraffe longs to dance, but his legs are too skinny and his neck is too long. His knees buckle whenever he tries to twirl. At the Jungle Dance, the warthogs waltz, the chimps cha-cha, and the lions tango. "Giraffes can't dance", they all jeer when it's Gerald's turn to prance. But there is one little creature who believes in Gerald. "Everything makes music", the cricket explains, "if you really want it to". So Gerald starts swaying to his own sweet tune.
With light-footed rhymes and high-stepping illustrations... read more

The Cahills thought they were the most powerful family the world had ever known. They thought they were the only ones who knew about Gideon Cahill and his Clues. The Cahills were wrong. Powerful enemies -- the Vespers -- have been waiting in the shadows. Now it's their time to rise and the world will never be the same. In Vespers Rising, a brand new 39 Clues novel, bestselling authors Rick Riordan, Peter Lerangis, Gordon Korman and Jude Watson take on the hidden history of the Cahills and the Vespers, and the last, terrible legacy... read more

This is an informative, gorgeously illustrated study of the majestic polar bear, complete with story CD. Huge, magnificent, alone, a white bear moves through the frozen Arctic. Powerful hunter, tender mother and gentle playmate - she shares this land of ice and snow with the Inuit people, who watch and learn from her. Come on an unforgettable journey into the world of the polar bear...Containing factual information suitable for classroom projects and activities, and including a CD of the story, this emotive, atmospheric picture boo... read more

Explore the wonderful world of guinea-pigs through information, music and story! Dick King-Smith loves guinea-pigs - the way they look, their cuddliness, the noises they make...he's kept hundreds, so he knows all about them and how best to care for them. And so will you, when you've read this book. In the accompanying CD, actor Stephen Tompkinson reads the story.

Ten-year-old Jamie Matthews has just moved to the Lake District with his Dad and his teenage sister, Jasmine for a 'Fresh New Start'. Five years ago his sister's twin, Rose, was blown up by a terrorist bomb. His parents are wrecked by their grief, Jasmine turns to piercing, pink hair and stops eating. The family falls apart. But Jamie hasn't cried in all that time. To him Rose is just a distant memory. Jamie is far more interested in his cat, Roger, his birthday Spiderman T-shirt, and in keeping his new friend Sunya a secret fr... read more

This Package contains - Soft cover book plus audio CD containing Sung / Spoken and Instrumental versions of the classic nursery rhyme.

Good evening. Mr Gum is a complete horror who hates children, animals, fun and corn on the cob. This book's all about him. And an angry fairy who lives in his bathtub. And Jake the dog (who must be saved from terrible, terrible evil), and a little girl called Polly and an evil stinky butcher who's all covered in guts. And there're heroes and sweets and adventures and a massive fat bloke called Jonathan Ripples and everything... Winner of the Red House Children's Book Award, "You're a Bad Man, Mr Gum" is a zany, riotously funn... read more

It's the beginning of the summer holidays and William and the Outlaws see an endless expanse of gloriously carefree days stretching ahead - but how to fill them...? The six classic adventures contained in this unabridged reading are: "William and the Holiday Centre"; "William's Treasure Trove"; "William and the Cottage"; "William Tackles the Job"; "William and Detective Journalism"; and, "William and the Parsons' Guy". This title is read by Martin Jarvis.

Lily isn't home alone - but she sort of wishes she was; looking after her three younger siblings is a lot of responsibility. When Mum goes off on holiday with her new boyfriend and her stepdad fails to show up, Lily is determined to keep the family together and show they can cope without any grown-ups. But taking care of 6-year-old twins, her 3-year-old sister and the family's flat feels overwhelming and Lily is worried that school or social services might discover their situation and break up the family. What could be better th... read more

In 1982 Raymond Brigg's definitive picture book, "The Snowman", was made into an enchanting animated film, now loved by generations of children and an intrinsic part of Christmas. To celebrate 25 years since its release, this very special gift set combines an audio CD with a magical book containing pictures from the film and a simple text. The CD has two readings: one is a straight reading and the second has a special sound to indicate where to turn the page. The recording also features the classic song, Walking in the Air, as sung... read more

Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and the nursery or classroom. Complete with Audio CD. Pages feature peek-through holes.

All children love this traditional rhyme and singing along will help to develop number skills. Bouncy illustrations, innovative die cutting and popular rhymes make Books with Holes a must for every child. Available in three formats, suitable for babies, toddlers, pre-schoolers and the nursery or classroom. Complete with Audio CD.

Far, far away over the high, high mountains in an old castle wall, in a tiny, tiny hole there lives a little mouse called George. He's very small and rather timid and he can be a bit clumsy too. But when a huge and terrifying dragon attacks the castle, George springs into action! Because as fans of George and the Dragon know only too well, George has a very special talent. With brilliant music and sound effects, this CD is a wonderful accompaniment to the story. Also featuring a track with a sound for every page-turn so younger... read more