HEROES AND UNICORNS AS YOU’VE NEVER SEEN THEM BEFORE. The first book in the award-winning, international hit fantasy adventure series for children age 9+, and fans of Harry Potter, Percy Jackson, Eragon and Fireborn. Give the gift of adventure this Christmas!WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR 2022WINNER OF THE INDIE BOOK AWARDS 2023!‘The most popular children’s fantasy hero since Harry Potter’ – The Daily Telegraph Thirteen-year-old Skandar Smith has only ever wanted to be a unicorn rider. To be one of the lucky few selected to hatch a unicorn. To bond with it for life; to train together and race for glory; to be a hero.   But just as Skandar’s dream is about to come true, things start to take a more dangerous turn than he could ever have imagined. A dark and twisted enemy has stolen the Island’s most powerful unicorn – and as the threat grows ever closer, Skandar discovers a secret that could blow apart his world forever . . .   Get ready for unlikely HEROES, elemental MAGIC, sky battles, ancient secrets, nail-biting races and FEROCIOUS UNICORNS, in this EPIC ADVENTURE series that will have your heart soaring.THE EPIC ADVENTURE CONTINUES . . .PRE-ORDER SKANDAR AND THE CHAOS TRIALS, THE UNMISSABLE BRAND NEW BOOK IN THE SERIES, NOW!Praise for Skandar and the Unicorn Thief:  'Steadman has a vast imagination, her world-building is a joy, the battle scenes are thrilling and her characters charm.' – The Times Children's Book of the Week‘Pacy, enthralling and epic, a gripping read.’ – Louie Stowell, author of Loki and Otherland ‘A dazzling feat of imagination. I loved every breathless moment of it!’ – Cat Doyle, author of The Storm Keeper’s Island and co-author of Twin Crowns‘The best book I’ve ever read.’ – Patrick, age 10 ‘My book of the year. Not since Harry Potter have I felt this excited about a series. Readers are sure to be clamouring for the next book. You’ll never look at unicorns the same way again, nor will you want to!’ – Dominique Valente, author of the Starfell series  ‘Never have unicorns been so ferocious, fearsome and thrilling! A fantastically gripping read!’ – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey  ‘A magnificent book. I raced through it – at turns enthralled, delighted, amazed. It’s everything I could have wanted and more. No doubt this book is going to fly.’ – Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear  ‘Skandar and the Unicorn Thief brims with wild adventure, fierce sky battles, elemental magic, ferocious unicorns and a terrifying enemy. Steadman's cinematic writing draws you in from the very first page, creating a hugely compelling, unforgettable read. Endlessly thrilling, unputdownable and utterly unmissable.’ – Aisling Fowler, author of Fireborn  ‘A. F. Steadman has created a stunning new world that feels both familiar and fresh, with a cast of characters that will stay with you long after you’ve finished reading.’ –Tọlá Okogwu, author of Onyeka and the Academy of the Sun'Perfect for those who have consumed the Harry Potter books and Philip Pullman’s His Dark Materials trilogy and are looking for their next fictional feast.' – The Sunday Times Read more

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. Read more

A fact-packed fun book of horse and pony themed puzzles.Test your knowledge and get thinking with this fact-packed National Geographic Kids fun book of horse and pony themed puzzles. Shetland ponies, Arabian horses, mustangs and more – all the favourite equines are here!Inside are brain-tickling quizzes as well as number games, crosswords and word searches, in varying levels of difficulty with fascinating facts along the way. Read more

The rollicking adventurous picture book from the number one bestselling author and illustrator of The Gruffalo, Stick Man and Zog.'Give me your buns and your biscuits! Give me your chocolate eclairs! For I am the Rat of the highway, and the Rat Thief never shares!' Life is not safe for the other animals, as the villainous Highway Rat gallops along the highway, stealing their food. Clover from a rabbit; nuts from a squirrel - he even steals his own horse's hay.Will he finally meet his comeuppance, in the form of a cunning duck? Sturdy board pages with softly rounded corners are perfect for little onesA fabulous, rollicking rhyme, in the style of the famous Alfred Noyes poem, 'The Highwayman', from the UK's number one picture book author and illustratorPerfect read-aloud rhyming text and stunning pictures on every page with lots of details to spotAdventure, friendship and learning to be kind are at the heart of this storyThe Highway Rat has been adapted into a popular animated film starring voices from David Tennant (Highway Rat), Nina Sosanya (Duck), Rob Brydon (Horse), Tom Hollander (Squirrel) and Frances de la Tour (Rabbit)The animated film of Tabby McTat stars voice artists including Jodie Whittaker (Doctor Who) as the narrator, Rob Brydon (Gavin and Stacey) as Fred, Sope Dirisu (Gangs of London) as Tabby McTat, alongside Cariad Lloyd, Joanna Scanlan and Susan Wokoma.Look out for Jonty Gentoo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler in 2024.'A classic picture book ... great to read aloud' BBC Radio 4 Read more

Bestselling follow-up to the international hit picture book, The Wonky Donkey!The Wonky Donkey has a daughter in this hilarious picture book sequel to the runaway hit.Wonky Donkey had a child, it was a little girl. Hee Haw!The Wonky Donkey was recommended as a favourite bedtime read by Tom Fletcher on BookTrustReaders will love the antics of this stinky punky plinky-plonky winky-tinky pinky funky blinky dinky donkey!Lyrical, laugh-out-loud story and beautiful illustrationsA fantastic gift for newborns and young childrenPRAISE FOR THE DINKY DONKEY"Should be packaged with an oxygen supply, as it will incontestably elicit uncontrollable gales of giggles." - Kirkus Reviews "This is an excellent story that all young children, and adults, will enjoy to read over and over again. The perfect partner to The Wonky Donkey." - Books for Topics Read more

From the fun of a first riding lesson to the drama of a dressage competition, this entertaining activity book will keep young horse and pony lovers busy for hours on end. With over 250 reusable stickers of horses, riders, equipment, trophies and more, and a fold-out back cover to store stickers when not in use. Read more

Complete colourful and exciting scenes with over 500 stickers to choose from!From a unicorn wedding to a mermaid lake, saddle up for a magical horses and unicorns adventure and meet the animals that live in the Enchanted Forest. A perfect title for horse and unicorn fans everywhere!Mess-free fun ideal for on-the-go. Easy to peel stickers means 555 Sticker Fun books can be taken anywhere at anytime!Favourite themes - choose from a selection of best-selling titles.24 action-packed scenes in every book.Over 2 MILLION copies sold worldwide!The activity fun doesn't stop there - look out for the hidden character on every spread!Ideal for taking out and about, on holiday, to restaurants, plane or train journeys. Read more

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!After solving the mystery of the stolen pony, the Starlight Stables Gang are ready to have a relaxing summer and enjoy the Haversham Horse Trials, but things aren't as sunny as they seem. Can the Starlight Stables Gang band together and work as a team once again, or will it prove too much for one of the friends?Read the second adventure in the Starlight Stables Gang series - a brand new story told from the viewpoint of Jessie! Read more

Saddle up and jump into the wonderful world of horses with the perfect guide for any fan who wants to know everything about horses and ponies.Discover more than 135 horse and pony breeds, from the Holstein to the Shetland, the Swedish Warmblood to the Hackney Pony, and learn about the different colours and markings horses can have. Look at how the equine family has evolved from a small deer-like creature and delve into horse behaviour. Find out how they are used in sports and at work, and even learn about a horse's anatomy.Giving you fast facts for kids at your fingertips, Pocket Eyewitness Horses makes learning about horses even more exciting, with bite-sized chunks of information and vibrant photography bringing the horses and ponies alive on the page.Packed with amazing encyclopedic stats, helpful photographs for each horse and pony entry, and genius gem facts, Pocket Eyewitness Horses will help you get to know your trot from your canter and tell you everything you need to know about horses in this handy pocket-sized guide. Read more

A colouring book for children, full of fun and cute unicorns, princesses, rainbows, animals and castles.This colouring book contains 50 designs of unicornsYou will find both simple patterns and those with richly detailed backgrounds.All the unicorn drawings are cheerful and easy to colour. Such a colouring book does not get boring so quickly for children and stimulates them to colour creatively. The patterns are one-sided for easy colouring.The colouring book is designed for children aged 4 to 8 years.It is the perfect gift for anyone who loves unicorns.The colouring book contains funny drawings that have a positive impact on your child's well-being. By painting such pictures, children do not get bored so quickly, which gives many hours of wonderful and relaxing coloring fun.Premium soft cover dimensions: 8.5 x 11 inchesPages: 50 individual designs.Check out our blog at www.coloringbookkim.com Read more

Enjoy this 'Listening to the Horse' inspired children’s equestrian book, packed full of body language, behavior, horse health, grooming, feeding, safety, tack, groundwork and riding tips for the young rider. Perfect for boys & girls ages 6-11 who love horses & ponies!This much loved children's book is based on the philosophy of Listenology and listening to the horse, being kind & practicing good horsemanship. It is written by Elaine Heney, the author of the acclaimed ‘Listenology’ book series. And to make it totally unputdownable, this book is also packed full of horse themed activities including mazes, word scrambles, crosswords & horse themed puzzles. So much fun for kids! Discover the world of horses with this ‘must read’ book for kids.Book contents:Horse behaviourThe horse handwriting challengeHorse body language explainedHow to bond with your horseThe horse bonding quizCommon horse breedsFind 5 common horse breedsExploring the horse disciplinesAmazing horse colorsThe horse colours word scrambleIntroduction to horse anatomyParts of the horse’s body challengeThe equine skeletonDiscover your horse’s teethYour horse’s feet explainedHorse care quizWhat every horse needsEquine feeding & environmentCommon illnesses in horsesHelping the sick horseSick horse word scrambleHelp the vet mazeGrooming your horseParts of the saddle & bridleBridles & haltersFind the lost saddle puzzleThe magic of horse mathImportant horse safety tipsHorse safety quizHorse rider clothingAdvantages of the mounting blockHorse training basics for successStarting groundwork with your horseHorse riding & listening to the horseUnderstanding walk, trot & canterHorse words scrambleWhat not to do with your horseGreat horsemanshipPony savings trackerElaine Heney is the #1 best-selling author, award-winning film-maker, director of Grey Pony Films, and creator of the 'Listening to the Horse™' documentary. She has helped over 120,000+ horse owners in 113 countries to create awesome relationships with their horses. Elaine lives in Ireland with her horses Ozzie & Matilda. Discover Elaine’s series of world renowned online groundwork, riding & training programs at Grey Pony Films. Read more

Shortlisted for The Wainwright Prize for Nature and Conservation Writing for ChildrenWilding: How to Bring Wildlife Back - An Illustrated Guide is a stunningly beautiful gift book written by Isabella Tree, which tells the story of the Knepp Estate in West Sussex.It is illustrated in full colour with lino prints and watercolours by Angela Harding, photographs from Knepp, and easy in-garden activities to 're-wild' your own spaces.Knepp is now home to some of the rarest and most beautiful creatures in the UK, including nightingales, peregrine falcons, scarce chaser dragonflies, and purple emperor butterflies. When you walk out into the scrubland on an early spring morning the sound of birdsong is so loud it feels like it’s vibrating in your lungs. This is the story of Knepp, and a guide telling you how to bring wildlife back where you live.Includes timelines, an in-depth look at rewilding, spotlight features about native animals including species that have returned and thrive - butterflies, bats, owls and beetles.The book encourages you to slow down and observe the natural world around you, understand the connections between species and habitats, and the huge potential for life right on your doorstep.'Perfect for anyone looking to make the life of even a hedgehog a little easier' – Daily Mail Read more

A fabulous addition to the best-selling Usborne Touchy-feely series, which boasts over 1 million sales worldwide. Bold illustrations, simple text and carefully chosen textures on every page, including fuzzy noses and tufty tails, are designed to help develop sensory awareness. Read more

A stunningly beautiful hardback edition of the most famous animal stories in the world. Black Beauty is a handsome, sweet-tempered colt with a strong spirit. As a young colt he is free to gallop in the fresh green meadows with his beloved mother, Duchess, and their kind master. But when his owners are forced to sell him, Black Beauty goes from a life of comfort and kindness to one of hard labour and cruelty. Bravely he works as hard as he can, suffering at the hands of men who treat animals badly. But Black Beauty has an unbreakable spirit and will, and is determined to survive...Collect our Puffin Clothbound Classics: 9780241444313 The Little Prince 9780241663554 The Jungle Book 9780241568811 Charlotte's Web 9780241688243 Little Women 9780241688250 Peter Pan 9780241688267 The Railway Children 9780241688236 Chinese Cinderella 9780241411216 Treasure Island 9780241411209 The Wizard of Oz 9780241655702 Watership Down 9780241663578 The Worst Witch 9780241663547 David Copperfield 9780241663561 The Neverending Story 9780241623909 Stig of the Dump 9780241623916 The Dark is Rising 9780241411162 The Secret Garden 9780241411148 Black Beauty 9780241411155 Dracula 9780241425121 Frankenstein 9780241425138 Wuthering Heights 9780241425114 Tales from Shakespeare 9780241425107 Tales of the Greek Heroes 9780241411193 A Christmas Carol 9780241621196 Grimms' Fairy Tales 9780241425145 Hans Christian Andersen's Fairy Tales Read more

If you love horses as much as you love to draw, this book will make you holler Giddy up! With step by step instructions for more than 60 drawing projects, The Ultimate Guide to Drawing Horses provides something for every horse fanatic. Projects include many favorite and exotic breeds, show horses in action, beautiful nature scenes, and tips for drawing horse faces, manes, and other key features. Grab a sketchpad and climb in the saddle. Read more

Circus Maximus, the greatest sporting stage of the ancient Roman world, where the best horses and charioteers compete in a race to the death, and one girl dreams of glory. Ben Hur meets National Velvet in the ultimate 9-12 adventure story by debut children's author, Annelise Gray. Twelve-year-old Dido dreams of becoming the first female charioteer at the great Circus Maximus. She's lost her heart to Porcellus, a wild, tempestuous horse she longs to train and race. But such ambitions are forbidden to girls and she must be content with helping her father Antonius - the trainer of Rome's most popular racing team, The Greens - and teaching the rules of racing to Justus, the handsome young nephew of the Greens' wealthy owner. When her father is brutally murdered, she is forced to seek refuge with an unlikely ally. But what of her dream of Circus triumphs and being reunited with the beloved horse she left behind in Rome? And the threat to her life isn't over as she faces a powerful and terrifying new enemy... the emperor Caligula.'I loved this adventure - full of brilliant horses, and a determined heroine following her dreams against all the odds. Looking forward to discovering what's in store for them next' Pippa Funnell, MBE Read more

A fun and useful activity book, for all pony loving children at all stages of their equine journey.Includes: Colouring pages, revision worksheets, word searches, crosswords, tarsia games, word scrambles & useful note pages.Topics covered: Tack, Colours & Markings, Grooming, Clipping & Wardrobe, Anatomy and General Knowledge.Welcome to Pony Creative Learning Activity BookI am Catherine, I am an ex stable lass, horse loving artist and Mummy to Bertie.Learning to ride and learning all about horse management can be prettydaunting so I have hand illustrated this book in a way to provide a fun experience whilstshowing the importance of correct horsemanship.Pony Creative Learning Activity book is suitable for children with some experience of ridingand spending time with ponies. All children learn at a different rate but this book is for children around 7-8 years old +This activity book covers Colours & Markings, Grooming, Anatomy,Clipping & Wardrobe, Tack and General Pony Knowledge using fun colouring pages,worksheets & revision sheets, crosswords, word searches, word scrambles and much more.References and answers can be found at the back of the book and are a handy go to whilst completing the book and for future learning! The book is designed however for you and your child to reserch the subjects as you complete the book and there are handy note pages for each section....Research subjects using other books, spending time in the yard, handling ponies, using magazines, the internet, speaking with local riding instructors or local stable yards and with friends.Once completed, it‘s the perfect reference book for years to come and of course a lovely equestrian journey keepsake! Read more

An original story from the top Netflix show, Free Rein! 15-year-old Zoe's life changes forever when she meets a wild and dangerous horse called Raven. Having swapped her life in LA for the craggy cliffs, wild beaches, and mysterious moors of an island off the coast of England, it's not long before Zoe is drawn into the wonderful world of Bright Field stables. Read more

Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched Collectively: The Starlight Stables Gang Series 2 Books Collection Set By Esme Higgs, Jo Cotterill (The Starlight Stables Gang & Jessie and the Star Rider): The Starlight Stables Gang: 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!Jessie and the Star Rider: 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! After solving the mystery of the stolen pony, the Starlight Stables Gang are ready to have a relaxing summer and enjoy the Haversham Horse Trials, but things aren't as sunny as they seem. Can the Starlight Stables Gang band together and work as a team once again, or will it prove too much for one of the friends? Read more

Ponies is replete with brilliant photographs and catchy content that will both teach and entertain. Children will be captivated as they watch a brand new baby foal walk within minutes of being born then quickly turn into one of the most graceful animals on Earth. Like all of our level 1 readers written by skilled children’s books authors, this title invites kids to learn more about their favorite topics in a familiar format that instills success.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information. Read more