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Fans of Clare Balding and Jacqueline Wilson will love this fun and heartwarming new adventure series for animal-mad 8-12 year olds from superstar equestrian influencer Esme Higgs!Summer has always loved horses but she never thought she'd be able to learn how to ride them - not with money being so tight at home. Then she discovers the Starlight Stables where she meets a new gang of friends and learns how to ride in return for helping-out with the horses. It's a dream come true!Summer falls in love with life at the stables and especially with Luna, a beautiful dapple-grey pony. But one day, Summer arrives at the stables to find that Luna has been stolen in the night. It's up to the Starlight Stables Gang to follow the clues and rescue Luna before it's too late! Full of fun, friendship and and mystery, this is the first book in the brand-new Starlight Stables Gang series. Beautifully illustrated by Hannah George.

A NATIONAL BESTSELLER"Sure to help readers reflect on where and how they fit into the world. Highly -recommended."--School Library Journal"Another winner from a proven author."--Booklist The stand-alone companion to Rosanne Parry's New York Times bestseller A Wolf Called Wander tells the story of a wolf named Warm. Warm is not the strongest or biggest in his pack, but when he needs it most, he finds within himself the heart of a true leader. This Voice of the Wilderness Novel is an animal survival story illustrated in black and white throughout. Features educational back matter, including a map.Warm is the smallest pup, the one his father calls the heart of the pack. But all Warm sees is his bigger brothers Sharp and Swift, even his sisters Pounce and Wag, winning all the wrestling matches. Warm finds his place in the pack helping take care of the young pups, a role he is assured is important, but doesn't always feel like it is. When enemy wolves attack, the pack is forced to defend themselves. Instead of joining the fight, Warm leads the pups away to safety, only to find himself alone on the mountain with four helpless pups. His pack has scattered. The pups are his responsibility now. Fearful and uncertain, Warm and the pups climb higher and higher into the mountains. Their journey is grueling, lonely, and full of danger, and they face hunger, storms, fire, and enemy wolves nipping at their heels. Will Warm have the courage to be the leader his pack needs when the fiercest enemy of all comes to challenge him? Will Warm and the pups ever find a place to call home?A Wolf Called Fire is a stand-alone companion novel to A Wolf Called Wander. The story is inspired by Wolf 8, a real Yellowstone wolf who was the smallest of his pack and was constantly bullied by his bigger brothers. Wolf 8 survived a tumultuous first year and grew up to be a different sort of leader--one who fought many rival wolves to submission but never killed any. He became the patriarch of the largest wolf pack in Yellowstone, not by being the biggest or strongest, but by choosing to be collaborative and generous.Each Voice of the Wilderness novel contains: Spectacular black-and-white illustrations throughoutA map of the protagonist's journeyInformation about the real-life animals who inspired each storyDetailed descriptions of the habitats, flora, and fauna mentioned in the bookResources for young readers who want to learn moreRosanne Parry's stand-alone Voice of the Wilderness novels include A Wolf Called Wander, A Whale of the Wild, A Horse Named Sky, and A Wolf Called Fire.

Dot, her best friend Beans and her dog McClusky all love sniffing out a good mystery and together they will solve the case and save the day . . . Dotty is sporty, funny, creative, clever and FEARLESS: She is great with codes and puzzles and most of all - if there's a mystery to solve - she's your girl. This time round her trusty sidekick, Beans and TOP DOG, McClusky are keeping secrets from Dotty - will she like their surprise?

Little Bear and his parents are familiar to almost all beginning readers. And now beginning readers meet Grandmother and Grandfather Bear, whom they are sure to love as much as Little Bear does.Like all children, Little Bear loves to visit his grandparents. There is always so much to do, so much to see, and so much to eat. His grandfather is never too tired to play (that is, almost never) and his grandmother tells him stories about Mother Bear when she was a little cub. Also, like all grandparents, the elder bears indulge their grandson more than his parents do. And Little Bear enjoys that!This account of a truly perfect day will enchant beginning readers. Once again Else Holmelund Minark and Maurice Sendak have created a warm and tender world.

Arthur is in top form as he tries to figure out who Muffy's secret admirer is, enters a poetry contest with all his friends, and attempts to rein in Buster's ego when he becomes a local hero.

The Year Is 1943. The Setting Is The Seaside Village Of Slapton, Devon, For This Moving Story Which Is A Subtle Blend Of History And Human And Animal Relationships. Suddenly The Villagers, Together With Families From Six Neighbouring Villages Totalling 3000, Are Ordered To Move Out So That Us Troups Can Practice Their Landings In Preparation For D-Day, When The Forces Will Invade France. Everyone Packs Up, But Lily Still Can T Find Her Precious Cat, Tips. Maybe Two Friendly American Soldiers Will Help Her Search? Dare She Climb Over The Forbidden Barbed Wire Fence? Sadly, Lily Leaves Without Tips. Will She Ever See Him Again? And Will The Village Be The Same Place When They Finally Return? This Is A Compelling Read For The Family To Share. Michael Morpurgo Creates A Powerful Atmosphere In This Exciting And Moving Story Of How Civilians And Especially Children Were Affected By The War. The Guardian

Mattie is nine years old and she worries about everything. Which isn't surprising. Because when you have a family as big and crazy as hers, there's always something to worry about.Will the seeds she's planted in the garden with her brothers and sisters grow into fruit and veg like everyone promised? Why does it seem as if Grandma doesn't like them sometimes? And what's wrong with Mum?Fortunately, reassurance is always close to hand in this first winning story about the lovable Butterfield clan.

Darcy, a friend of Krista's from school, leaves her dog with Krista to look after while she's away. Molly is a beautiful golden retriever and Krista loves her. She has a wonderful time with Molly, running her along the cliff path on summer evenings. But then Molly disappears! Everyone is involved in the search, but she is nowhere to be found. Krista rides out in search, feeling scared about Molly and guilty that she hasn't looked after her well enough for Darcy. She calls Shining Star, but he has urgent matters to deal with. Can he help in the search for Molly?

An all-new, original book featuring two new Vet Volunteers! Meet Jules and Josh, the new twins in town! While Josh adapts quickly to Ambler, Jules accidentally makes an enemy of Maggie. Hoping a pet will help her feel better, Jules adopts the class rabbit, Chewie, but things go downhill when there are complications with Chewie's spay surgery. With Dr. Mac out on a call, it's up to Jules to work with Maggie to help the rabbit - and maybe even prove that she and Josh are worthy of becoming Vet Volunteers. This brand-new book in the beloved Vet Volunteers series brings all the kids together for another exciting animal adventure!

Miles, months, and mountains can't possibly keep them apart. Eleven-year-old Abby and her Shetland sheepdog, Tam, are each other's everything—best friends, a championship-winning agility team, and loyal beyond either of their imaginings. But then the unthinkable happens and Abby and Tam are separated by a tragic accident. As their days apart turn to weeks and then months, dangers and changes fill up Abby's and Tam's lives. Will they ever find their way back home to each other? Set in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Bobbie Pyron's evocative, memorable storytelling is rich with music, miracles, unexpected friendships, and abundant hopefulness.