Elsa wants a dog. Dad says that dogs are noisy, messy and expensive, and that you can't have a dog if you live in a big block of flats. But then Dad hasn't met Rod! Rod may be a dog, but he's very tidy. He likes modern art, bicycle rides and broccoli - and he even remembers to flush the toilet. Perhaps Rod is just too good to be true . . .  A warm and original story about family life and imaginary friends, featuring stunning artwork with a retro charm and added sparkle that will appeal to all ages.  A Dog Called Rod is a fresh and funny book from Tim Hogood, the award-winning author-illustrator, of WOW! Said the Owl.  The perfect book for any child who has ever wanted a pet - and for any parent who has had to say no.                  ..

Dinosaurs aren't extinct. They're living in another galaxy . . . Meet the Dinostars.  Join Captain T-Rex and his team in this exciting series of dinosaur space adventures! With fun space facts, a removable pop-up Dinostar and character cards in each book and a fantastically funny story with bold bright artwork by the talented author-illustrator, Ben Mantle.  The Dinostars discover a new planet where everything is mysteriously quiet. But why did everybody leave? When Captain T-Rex and his team come across a cute little cave creature they might be about to find out. . .    Also available: Dinostars and the Planet Plundering Pirates                  ..

Everyone's favourite postal dog is busier than ever. This time his deliveries take him far and wide, to the castle, the Fun Park, the Library and the Arcade! Use the 'Can You Find' activities to find each character and spot the additional items hidden in each busy scene.  A story and activity rolled into one, this unique search-and-find book is packed with brilliant characters and first words, plus fascinating and funny details that will keep both young and old looking - and laughing - for hours.  For all fans of WHERE'S WALLY - with even more things to find, and a story too.                  ..

Digby Dog is the best delivery dog in town. From a missing T.Rex bone for the Dinosaur Museum to a replacement bow for the violinist in the orchestra, Digby's parcels always reach the right place at the right time. But Digby needs your help!  Use the 'Can You Find' activities to find each character and spot the additional items hidden in each busy scene.  A story and activity rolled into one, this unique book is packed with fascinating and funny details that will keep both young and old looking - and laughing - for hours and hours.                  ..

With beautiful cover illustration by Alex T. Smith, creator of the Claude series, Dial a Ghost is a wonderfully spooky young fiction title from the award-winning author of Journey to the River Sea, Eva Ibbotson.  'Get me some ghosts,' said Fulton Snodde-Brittle. 'Frightful and dangerous ghosts!'  Fulton has gone to the Dial a Ghost agency with an evil plan. He wants to hire some truly terrifying ghosts to scare his nephew Oliver to death. The Shriekers are the most violent and sickening spectres the agency has, but a mix-up means the kind Wilkinson ghosts are sent in their place. Now Oliver has some spooky allies to help him outwit the wicked Snodde-Brittles . . .                 ..

Hi! I'm Daisy Dreamer and my totally true imaginary friend Posey invited me to his amazing world of make believe! Oh, and you're totally invited, too!  Remember me? Daisy Dreamer? Of course you do, silly! And you remember my totally true imaginary friend, Posey, too. Obviously! But did you know that Posey comes from a totally true imaginary world! You won't believe the things that live there, like sparkle fairies, pretty pixies, ghosts, and cloud critters, just to name a few. And guess what! They all have a story to tell. And guess who's going to tell it. Yep, that's right. Me, Daisy Dreamer, the girl with her head in the clouds.   With easy-to-read language and illustrations on almost every page, the Daisy Dreamer chapter books are perfect for emerging readers.                 ..

Anyone in a leadership position is only too aware that we live in uncertain times: disaster can strike any business, at any time, and usually without warning. Public institutions, too, face a range of threats - from global recession, resurgent terrorism and a stream of appalling natural disasters. For leaders in such organisations, these crisis situations can present both opportunities and threats. How they lead through such challenging times will propel their careers to new heights - or destroy them completely.  Crisis Leadership examines the challenges faced by leaders at each stage of the crisis 'lifecycle', from the instant they learn of the crisis, through to moments of critical decision-making and the final tumultuous days. Tim Johnson offers a unique insight into the lessons learned by people in the most challenging of situations.  Blended with operational guidance from the author's extensive experience in crisis management, Crisis Leadership provides an overview of the crisis 'lifecycle', to ensure that readers will come away from this book with a deeper appreciation of the critical nature of each key stage and the leadership challenges they bring - from the first signs of an emerging crisis to dealing with the long-term consequences they can create.                 ..

Alice and the Mad Hatter's Tea Party shows you how to throw an Alice in Wonderland party fit for even the maddest of Mad Hatters! This book is brimming with suggestions for decorations you can make, instructions for games to play and ideas for costumes; there are even simple recipes so you can have the perfect Mad Tea Party! Plus press-out decorations and over two hundred stickers.   Based on the classic children's book Alice's Adventures in Wonderland, by Lewis Carroll, this gorgeous tea party guide features colour illustrations by the original Alice artist, John Tenniel, plus additional artwork and photographs for the Make and Do sections.                 ..

Clifford is in trouble all over town for his habit of digging, but when a storm threatens the library, he may be the only one who can save it. Original. ..

Cleo finds out why she shouldn¹t lie in this easy-to-read story that is based upon an episode of the Clifford PBS-TV series. After hearing the tale of Stinky the ghost skunk, Clifford and T-Bone are wary of entering the woods where the ghost is supposed to live. Cleo convinces hem there¹s nothing to be afraid of. Then she pretends to see, and be, Stinky the ghost to scare her friends! Clifford and T-bone leave the forest, frustrated by Cleo¹s pranks. But when Cleo really does need help, no one¹s there! Cleo gets a taste of her own medicine and learns to always be truthful with her friends. ..

This funny Halloween story about Clifford the Big Red Dog, based on an episode from the award-winning TV show, is just right for beginning readers. It's Halloween, and the whole town dresses up in funny or spooky costumes and gathers at the beach to watch a scary ghost movie together. When Clifford investigates the big white movie screen afterwards, it falls on him, covering him like a ghost! He runs through town, unintentionally scaring everybody. Emily Elizabeth's friend Jetta learns that it's okay to admit to being afraid. ..

Another beginning reader about everyone's favorite Big Red Dog, based on an episode from the award-winning TV show. Clifford can't stop scratching an itch on his back. He even rubs his back against an apple tree--until all the apples fall! Emily Elizabeth wants to take him to the vet, but he doesn't want to go. Finally he learns to trust her, and the vet helps make it all better. Funny and touching, this Big Red Reader is just right for beginning readers. ..

In Lift-the-Flap Fairy Tales: Cinderella, the traditional fairy tale is retold in Stephen Tucker's irreverent, playful rhyme that's perfect for reading aloud, and brilliantly accompanied by Nick Sharratt's bright and vibrant illustrations.   There are flaps to lift and pop-up surprises on every page: open the invitation to the Royal Ball, see the Fairy Godmother appear in a puff of smoke, and watch Cinderella's pumpkin magically turn into a magnificent coach!  Includes a free audio CD read by Anna Chancellor, with two tracks: listen to the story alone, or follow along with the book by turning the pages when you hear the chime.  Look out for the other five stories in the Lift-the-Flap Fairy Tales series:  Goldilocks, Jack and the Beanstalk, The Three Little Pigs, The Three Billy Goats Gruff and Little Red Riding Hood.                  ..

Crackpot' is what everybody calls the Pott family. So when they go to buy a new car and come back with a WRECK, nobody is surprised. Except for the Potts themselves.   First, the car has a name. And she tells them what it is. Then they find that she can   fly . . . and swim . . .   Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is a car on a mission to stop a criminal gang in its tracks - and she is taking the Potts with her!   Jump into the world's most loved magical car, for her first adventure ever!                  ..

A hairy mammoth takes a cheeky little baby on a thrilling ride through a moonlit landscape populated by a sabre-toothed tiger, a leaping hare, a laughing hyena and even, just maybe, by a big brown bear . . . But where are they going? And what has it to do with the baby's scribblings on the cave wall?   Created by the critically acclaimed author Julia Donaldson and Kate Greenaway medal winner Emily Gravett, Cave Baby celebrates the messy creativity of babies!                  ..

A sparkling series of stories about fairies and friendship. With a removable pop-up fairy and animal in each book, plus gorgeous glittery covers. It's the perfect series to collect!  Mimi and her fairy friends decide to paint a rainbow to brighten up a dull, rainy day. But the magic paintbrushes are missing! With a sprinkling of magic, maybe Catkin the fairy kitten will be able to help?  Also available: Freckle the Fairy Puppy and Comet the Fairy Unicorn.                  ..