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Join Bertie as he has a brush with some angry bees, deals with his warring grannies and tries to smuggle Whiffer into a very smart hotel.

You've probably heard of Al Capone. He is dead famous for: being handy with a machine gun, having one or two scars and hanging around with a rather nasty gang. But did you know that Al lived with his mum all his life, was a trend-setter in banana-coloured suis, and went bananas in Alcatraz prison?

In the fifth Dirty Bertie book, the world's grubbiest trouble-magnet strikes again! Bertie devises a new scheme for making filthy lucre, has a sickly time at the fairground and manages to teach a toddler her first word: Bum!

Join Angela in three deliciously funny stories as she strives to prove that she always knows best!

Join Bertie in Jackpot!, his 25th adventure as he wins the lottery (or thinks he does), cooks up a storm in the kitchen and finds himself face to face with a ghostly demon dolly!

Introducing Angela Nicely, a fantastically funny series from the creators of Dirty Bertie! Join Angela in three deliciously funny stories as she strives to prove that she always knows best!

Huxley and Flapjack are enjoying a trip to the seaside when they meet Whizz, who invites them aboard his submarine to search for the shipwreck of the Isabella. Huxley’s excited to go deep-sea diving – he’s sure there’ll be treasure to find – but Flapjack can’t help worrying. What if something BIG and FISHY finds them first…

Calling all Dirty Bertie fans! Dirty Bertie – the boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits – is back for another helping of comic chaos! With ever-increasing madcap schemes and crazy capers, Bertie continues to delight his legions of fans who revel in his revolting ways. Join Bertie in Aliens! his 26th adventure, as he encounters aliens in the school playground, takes to the skies at a balloon festival and becomes a modern day Robin Hood! Dirty Bertie is a hugely popular series created by award-winning illustrator, David Roberts (Tyrannosaurus Drip, The Wind in the Willows, The Troll, Eddie Dickens Trilogy). With each hilarious story approximately thirty pages long and split into chapters with illustrations on nearly every spread, Dirty Bertie is ideal for confident readers to enjoy by themselves, or for sharing with your child.

You've probably heard of Winston Churchill\. He's the one who raised his fingers in a V sign and smoked a massive cigar. Inside: Get to know the man behind the cigar in Winston's secret diary! Re-live events of the century in The Winston Weekly! Read how Winston led Britain to victory in the Second World War! Horribly funny ~ Horribly gripping ~ Horribly famous

Meet Dirty Bertie - a boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits! He's the world's grubbiest trouble-magnet and he's full to bursting with madcap plans and crazy ideas. Join Bertie for three comically chaotic Christmas stories as he makes his very own Christmas crackers, performs in the school nativity play and has to dress up as an elf to help out at Santa's Grotto.

Given a fresh look with covers, a different TreeTops logo, this title includes parental notes on inside back cover, and also teaching materials.

Entertaining reads for children of high reading ability, average maturity and interest level at KS1High Five HenryHenry the lollipop man brightens up the day by giving each child a high five as they cross the road to school. Then one day, a driver objects and there are no more high fives. Something must be done.

A brilliantly funny new series from Dirty Bertie author, Alan MacDonald, featuring a pig on a bike, a Poopomatic, and a talking dog! Meet Oscar. He's no ordinary dog . . . Sam has wanted a dog for AGES, so when Oscar turns up on this doorstep he can't believe his luck. And when he finds out that Oscar's secret he can't believe his ears! Oscar thinks humans are silly and rather badly trained - but when the freedom of the town's dogs is under threat, Oscar's about to discover that a dog's best friend is his boy. Alan MacDonald is the author of many books for children, including the bestselling Dirty Bertie series, which he worked on with award-winning illustrator David Roberts. His series Troll Trouble (Bloomsbury) has been optioned for film by Twentieth Century Fox, and Alan has also published picture book The Prince of Pants (Scholastic) with the illustrator Sarah McIntyre. When not busy with books, Alan writes for children's TV series such as Horrid Henry, The Tweenies, Boo! and Fimbles. Sarah Horne has illustrated many hilarious children's books, including Llama United by Scott Allen (Pan Macmillan) the Fizzlebert Stump series by A.F. Harrold (Bloomsbury), the Guinea Pigs Online series by Amanda Swift and Jennifer Grey (Quercus) and Michael Rosen's Laugh Out Loud Joke Book (Scholastic). Sarah grew up in Derbyshire and now lives in London.

The book reveals lesser-known aspects of Queen Victoria's life, highlighting her adventures and personal relationships beyond her public persona. Readers will discover her penchant for disguises during holidays and her close friendship with a blunt Scottish servant. This exploration offers a fresh perspective on the iconic monarch, showcasing her humanity and the intriguing details that shaped her reign.

Join Dirty Bertie for another helping of comic chaos as he takes on the challenge of beating Know-all Nick in a sledge race, breaks a revolting world record, and changes the course of history during a battle re-enactment...

Join Bertie as he takes Angela Nicely on a dinosaur hunt, bites off more than he can chew at a chocolate factory, and gets into an alarming situation pet- sitting next door's cat!

Angela's on a mission! Whether she's learning a new skill for the school talent contest, getting lost on a nature walk, or squaring up to the boys on the football pitch, she's determined to stand out from the crowd!

A Dirty Bertie collection for fans of the world's grubbiest trouble magnet! Featuring nine stories from MASCOT!, SPIDER! and OUCH!

Meet Bertie – with his madcap plans and hilarious escapades, he’s sure to be up to his neck in trouble!Join Bertie in Wild! his 36th adventure as he looks after stick-in-the-mud Mr Weakly on an awesome activity day, joins Gran for her driving lessons and renders Mum speechless with a bedroom makeover to remember.

Calling all Dirty Bertie fans! Dirty Bertie - the boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits - is back for another helping of comic chaos! With ever-increasing madcap schemes and crazy capers, Bertie continues to delight his legions of fans who revel in his revolting ways. Join Bertie as he finds fame in front of the cameras, gets into a spot of bother on a fishing trip and becomes a modern-day Robin Hood. Dirty Bertie is a hugely popular series created by award-winning illustrator, David Roberts (Tyrannosaurus Drip, The Wind in the Willows, The Troll, Eddie Dickens Trilogy). With each hilarious story approximately thirty pages long and split into chapters with illustrations on nearly every spread, Dirty Bertie is ideal for confident readers to enjoy by themselves, or for sharing with your child.

Based on the traditional fairy tale The Magic Porridge Pot, this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home. Find out what happens when a magic pot won't stop cooking porridge! Part of the Ladybird First Favourite Tales series - a perfect introduction to fairy tales for preschoolers - this hardback book contains lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. Ideal for reading aloud and sharing with 2-4 year olds.

Meet Dirty Bertie - a boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits! He's sure to be up to his neck in trouble!Join Bertie in Poop! his 34th adventure as he tries to prove Whiffer isn't the mystery pooper, scuppers Miss Boot's chances of winning Teacher of the Year and steals the spotlight on the set of a blockbuster movie.

Join Bertie as he struggles to escape from the clutches of Angela Nicely, looks after the elderly class hamster, ends up with a star solo trumpet performance, even though he's never played one before...

Join Bertie as he samples life as a swashbuckling pirate, cooks up a storm in the poshest restaurant in town, and teams up with Dad at the school sports day in an attempt to beat Royston Rich!

Dirty Bertie – the boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits – is back for another helping of comic chaos! Join Bertie as he finds himself in the dog house over his new robot dog, mistakes the Queen for one of his gran's friends at a royal garden party and causes mayhem at his cousin's wedding!

Calling all Dirty Bertiefans! Dirty Bertie – the boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits – is back for another helping of comic chaos! With ever-increasing madcap schemes and crazy capers, Bertie continues to delight his legions of fans who revel in his revolting ways. Join Bertie as he turns Know-All Nick into a monster, gets stuck on a mountain with Dad and comes face to face with his French double! Dirty Bertieis a hugely popular series created by award-winning illustrator, David Roberts (Tyrannosaurus Drip, The Wind in the Willows, The Troll, Eddie Dickens Trilogy). With each hilarious story approximately thirty pages long and split into chapters with illustrations on nearly every spread, Dirty Bertieis ideal for confident readers to enjoy by themselves, or for sharing with your child.

After a mishap with a goat, the Troll family leaves Norway for the suburb of Biddlesden. Confronted with mundane meals and the dreaded "Shower," their new life promises to be chaotic and messy.

Squeak, a timid mouse, embarks on a brave adventure to the kitchen for chocolate cake, encouraged by his confident sister. Fears of getting lost or encountering the menacing orange cat loom large as he navigates the dark hall. To ensure he can find his way back, Squeak ties a piece of string around his waist, blending themes of courage and sibling support in this delightful tale.

Follow the gingerbread man as he tries to escape all manner of hungry animals and people. This title contains lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. It is suitable for introducing young children to classic stories and fairy tales.

Angela knows best! Whether she's matchmaking her teachers, flogging homemade lemonade, or dealing with the Ugly Sisters, she always has an answer for everything...

Huxley has some pocket money to spend, and where better to spend it than the grand opening of Jollygoods, a new department store in town. But after a mix up with a robber, Huxley is mistaken for a thief. Can Huxley - with a LOT of help from Flapjack - catch the real robber and still make it home in time for tea?

Based on the traditional folk tale 'The Magic Porridge Pot', this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home. Join Rose on her adventures with the pot of porridge that never runs out! Part of the Ladybird 'First Favourite Tales' series, this hardback book contains lots of funny rhythm and rhyme to delight young children. Ideal for reading aloud and sharing with preschoolers.

This book explores the notorious life of King Henry VIII, highlighting his weight issues, six marriages, and extreme actions. It reveals that he was once a handsome athlete, accused his second wife of witchcraft, and even bricked up his bedroom at night.

Dirty Bertie, the boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits, is sure to be up to his neck in trouble! Join Bertie as he concocts a magic potion for Miss Boot, finds himself at Know-All Nick's house for the worst sleepover ever and unexpectedly wins out over the school bully.

A motley crew of pirates take to parenthood in this whimsical Little Gem from Alan MacDonald, author of the bestselling Dirty Bertie series.

Join Bertie as he takes a flea-ridden Whiffer to the vet, does a naughty dare at school and gets a ride in shiny red fire engine!

Pirates don't go to school! Or do they? A fantastically funny tale, perfect to reassure 'first day at school' nerves.

A Dirty Bertie collection for fans of the world's grubbiest trouble magnet! Featuring nine zany stories from BEES!, RATS! and FLEAS!

Captain Underpants meets Marvel comics in this very funny and very silly new series from the bestselling author of Dirty Bertie

Dirty Bertie's third book finds him facing the shame of losing a dare with Know-All Nick and having to wear his pants to school, playing the part of the dog in the local amateur dramatic society's production of Oliver! and taking Whiffer to Royston Rich's birthday party, where Whiffer leaves a very unwelcome present...

Join Bertie in three hilarious new stories as he faces a barrage of footballs as the school's new goalie, battles to stay clean for the school photographer and has a spookily terrifying sleepover!

Join Bertie as he attempts to catch sister Suzy's horrible illness, finds himself partnering Gran at a dancing competition and meets his match in the new babysitter who's even grubbier than he is!

The Story of the Many Ill-Fated Attempts by Europeans to Create Permanent Settlements in the New World

Join Dirty Bertie, everyone's favourite trouble magnet, as he crosses paths with a cheeky rodent, takes part in a chaotic cross-country run, and tries to get his dog Whiffer to eat healthily - with disastrous results!

Angela knows best! Whether it's trying to succeed as a top model, proving that her head teacher wears a wig, or finding herself out of her depth on a spa weekend, she's determined to make a splash!

A Dirty Bertie collection to delight his legions of fans who revel in his revolting ways! Enjoy the comic capers of Dirty Bertie - the boy with nosepickingly disgusting habits - in this bumper book of nine revolting stories from Mud!, Germs! and Loo!, Stinky Stories would make an ideal birthday present or stocking filler for any Dirty Bertie fan. Join Bertie as he joins the school football team as the new goalie, attempts to catch his sister's horrible illness so he can stay off school, and finds himself desperate to go to the loo on the school coach! Dirty Bertie is a hugely popular series created by David Roberts. With each hilarious story approximately thirty pages long and split into chapters, Dirty Bertie is ideal for reluctant boy readers or readers in search of hilarity but with a short attention span.

Bertie, bribed by his mum to stop picking his nose, gets more than he bargained for with a magic trick and drives a museum potty on a school outing.

Ever wanted to know...Who banned chocolate and started a war? Why murderers liked chocolate? Why chocolate is GOOD for your teeth? It's all in ... Totally Triffic Chocolate !

A fire crew helps a petstore owner search for her missing pets.

Meet Dirty Bertie - a boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits! He's full to bursting with madcap plans and crazy ideas, and if it's trouble you're after, look no further - Bertie's sure to be up to his neck in it. Join Bertie as he stages a school dinner revolt, takes Whiffer to dog training and sabotages his sister's sleepover. It can only end in chaos!

This guide presents a selection of royals from around the globe, through interviews by pesky reporters and confessions in private diaries. Read Prince Charles's secret school report find out which royal took six tonnes of luggage on an overseas tripand see her Majesty's top ten recycling tips.

Join Bertie as he tries to get out of a pink party, fails to be polite for a whole day and a makes really rubbish entry into the summer fair's flower arranging competition...

Calling all Dirty Bertie fans! Dirty Bertie - the boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits - is back for another helping of comic chaos! More disgusting than ever, with crazier plans and increasingly madcap schemes, Bertie continues to delight his legions of fans who revel in his revolting ways. Join Bertie in Zombie! his 21st adventure, as he finds himself on the run from a zombified Eugene, discovers a new dance craze, and gets caught up in some monkey business on a trip to the zoo. Dirty Bertie is a hugely popular series created by David Roberts. With each hilarious story approximately thirty pages long and split into chapters, Dirty Bertie is ideal for reluctant boy readers or readers in search of hilarity but with a short attention span.

At the Dankmarsh School for poor orphans, the childen sleep four to a bed and exist on watery porridge. Teachers don't last long, so when a new one arrives they are intrigued, especially since he has an eyepatch, a huge moustach, and calls himself the Captain.

Primrose can't wait to look after three lively baby mice for the afternoon. That is, until the babies discover a sticky cake, some wet washing and an open door. Can Primrose restore order before the babies' mother returns home for tea?"

Everybody knows Victoria married a chap called Albert and wore black clothes - all the time. But did you know that Victoria went on her holidays in disguise, and was best pals with her rude Scottish servant? This title discusses everything you ever wanted to know about the woman with the enormous empire.

The tasty gingerbread man is on the run — will anyone be able to catch him?Based on the traditional fairy tale 'The Gingerbread Man', this vibrantly illustrated story is sure to become a favourite in every home. Follow the gingerbread man as he tries to escape all manner of hungry animals and people!

Oliver Cromwell is dead famous for giving King Charles I the chop, clobbering Cavaliers with his Roundheads and having some rather revolting warts. But did you know that he cancelled Christmas, banned swearing and went to a party covered in poo?

First chocolate was a strange, scummy drink the Aztecs thought was hot stuff. Next it was slurped by the Spanish who liked it so much they kept it a secret for a hundred years. Now we chomp our way through tonnes of choccie bars every year. This mouth-watering guide spills the beans on a taste sensation that conquered the world. You can meet the woman who eats nothing but chocolate and the potty inventor of the chocolate medicine spoon. Find out which yummy bars are top of the chocs - and which are total flops. Go on, give yourself a treat - get your teeth into hundreds of tasty choctastic facts. PLUS make yourself sick with some weird chocolate recipes.

There's a new animal in the jungle, one that's never been seen before. What sort of thing could it be? Could it be a monster? Chinese whispers spread about a "spottyhippomus" - no, a "dripaslobbermouth" - no, a "grippersnappertooth - no, a "snarlyhissopus"! All this fuss over a "hippopotamus".

A guided tour of the historic town of Buxton, showing how the areas you know and love have changed over the centuries.

In The Personality Potion Danny is scared to audition for a part in the school play. His Uncle Hal gives him a magic potion, it is green and fizzy and full of stars and it works wonders. Or does it?TreeTops Fiction contains engaging novels from top authors and illustrators with the variety children need to develop a love of reading!

A Dirty Bertie collection for fans of the world's grubbiest trouble magnet! Featuring nine stories from BURP!, MONSTER! and DISCO!

Everybody knows that king Henry VIII is horribly famous for having a bit of a weight problem, marrying six unlucky wives and getting very carried away with his chopping block. But this book will also tell them the facts no other biography is likely to tell them!

A Dirty Bertie collection for fans of the world's grubbiest trouble magnet!

The conservation of biodiversity is one of the most important challenges facing the world today. In this Very Short Introduction, David Macdonald introduces the concept of biodiversity and the basic biological processes it involves. He considers not only the threats to biodiversity but looks at solutions for the future.

Meet Dirty Bertie - a boy with nose-pickingly disgusting habits! He's sure to be up to his neck in trouble!Join Bertie in Splash! his 35th adventure as he takes Know-All Nick for a ride at the waterpark, goes on the trail of Angela's missing cat and finds himself out-manoeuvred by Miss Boot on the dance floor.

A Dirty Bertie collection for fans of the world's grubbiest trouble magnet! Featuring nine stories from TROUBLE!, WORMS! and FETCH!

When Ella visited Gran, she loved playing with her dolls. But since Gran's death, playing just doesn't feel right. Will Ella ever be able to play and not feel sad?Prompt thoughtful discussions and develop higher-level comprehension skills with Reflect - a series of emotionally powerful fiction and non-fiction with realistic settings.

Uncle Kamal tasks Omar with taking an important cake safely across Paris. Follow Omar as he sets off on his bike for an adventure full of mishaps and mayhem. Readerful is designed to motivate children to read more. This Independent Library book is for pupils aged 6 to 7 in Y2/P3 at Oxford Reading Level 7 to read without support.

The Dragon family live far away from town and the people in it. Frankie and Zuzu Dragon, however, want to spread their wings! Will a surprise visitor change their lives for good?Readerful is designed to motivate children to read more. This Independent Library book is for pupils in Y2/P3 at Oxford Reading Level 9 to read without support.

Treetops is the Oxford Reading Tree series of fiction with built-in progression for pupils aged seven to 11. Specially written for children who need the support of carefully monitored language levels, this story, entitled The Great Spaghetti Suit, seeks to be accessible, motivating and humorous. The series is organized into Oxford Reading Tree stages (from stage ten to stage 14), with each stage introducing more complex narrative forms, including: flashbacks and changes in viewpoint; descriptive writing; extended reading vocabulary; and more pages, more text, and fewer illustrations. Each stage is supported by the Teacher's Guide, which offers guidance on using Treetops to assess children's reading ability, and includes a variety of activities, many on photocopiable sheets.

Již sedmá knížka s třemi příběhy Rošťáka Bertíka – kluka se zvyky, které všechny dospělé kolem děsí! Bertík má plnou hlavu ztřeštěných plánů a šílených nápadů, a jestli prahnete po potížích, už dál nehledejte – Bertík v nich vězí až po krk! Tři humorné příběhy, které dozajista zaujmou mladší školáky. Vše je doplněno velkým množstvím skvělých ilustrací Davida Robertse.

Další kniha nezbedných příhod rošťáka Bertíka, jehož ztřeštěné nápady děsí všechny dospělé bez špetky smyslu pro humor. Určeno mladším dětem. Krátké příběhy psané většími písmeny ocení i začínající čtenáři.