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Check out our brand new children's books!

Learn a new skill, brush up on an old one, or just learn what not to do when rock climbing! Our new books are a great way to learn and entertain at the same time!

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The Invaders by John Flanagan

The Invaders by John Flanagan - Hal and the Heron brotherband are on the trail of Zavac and his precious cargo. But first they must find shelter to wait out the icy winter. That gives them plenty of time to come up with a plan - but will they be able to find the pirates when the weather clears? And when they do, how can they possibly beat the mighty Raven and its crew of vicious cut-throats and killers? - Wheelers Books.

 

The Water Hole by Graeme Base

The Water Hole by Graeme Base - The Water Hole is a fusion of counting book, puzzle book, storybook and art book. Graeme Base takes the reader on a journey of discovery, from the plains of Africa and the jungles of the Amazon to the woodlands of North America and the deserts of the Australian outback. As one rhino gives way to two tigers, with three toucans waiting in the wings, the tale unfolds on many levels. Page by page the numbers increase as the animals come to their water hole to drink. But at the same time, the cast of frogs frolicking by the water hole is diminishing. What is going on? - Wheelers Books

Titanic Lost and Saved

Titanic Lost and Saved -First-hand accounts alongside a wealth of original documents, photographs and letters, this title tells the story of the Titanic, from descriptions of the passengers and the ship inside and out to why the Titanic was considered 'unsinkable' and the dangers of floating ice. Stories of heroism on board, stories from the lifeboats and theories for raising the Titanic are included. The book concludes by considering lessons that were learnt from this disaster.  - Wheelers Books.

Miss Popularity goes camping by Francesco Sedita

Miss Popularity goes camping by Francesco Sedita - Cassie Cyan Knight -- former Texas girl, forever fashion plate -- has finally started to adjust to life in preppy, rural Maine. But then Cassie learns that the sixth grade is going on a field trip. . . to a nature preserve! There, Cassie will have to endure hiking, camping and -- gulp! -- white-water rafting. Worse, how on earth is Cassie supposed to survive without cell reception and hair products?
But with a little luck, a lot of pluck, and her supportive best friend, Etoile, Cassie may just conquer the wilderness after all -- and teach her classmates a thing or two about camping in style! - Wheelers Books.

The Water Dragon by Jian L

The Water Dragon by Jian Li - Long ago, in a remote village in China, there lived a kind and generous little boy. He spent his days in the forest, collecting wood to trade for food. One day, the boy made a wondrous discovery: a magic pearl that caused his money jar and rice crocks to overflow, both of which he shared with the poor villagers.
But strange things began to happen. It no longer rained. The crops died. The rivers dried up. A terrible drought had struck and would not release its grip. The brave young boy, full of dreams of a white, water-spewing Dragon, took his magic pearl on a journey--and discovered how to save his village. - Wheelers Books

Shark Wars

Shark Wars - One legend. A thousand shivers. Only one shark will rule the ocean. Since the dawn of time, shark clans called Shivers have ruled over the earth's oceans, protectors of all who swim. For eons, the Big Blue has prospered under Shiver Law, and the delicate balance of sea life kept sacred. Until now. With the ocean on the brink of chaos, a young reef shark named Gray - exiled from the safety of his peaceful reef home - must venture deep into Open Water to unlock the secrets of his destiny...This is the next great boys' adventure series - save your friends, rule the ocean. - Wheelers Books

Dragon Orb Longfang

Dragon Orb Longfang - Book Three in the Dragon Orb Series Four Dragonriders on a Mission to Save their World Kira and her dusk dragon, Longfang, must find the third orb to save the Oracle, leader of all dragonkind. Following a path beset with dangers, and traps that maim and kill, the four dragonriders must reach the twilight world of the Castle of Shadows. Kira knows enough to be anxious. What twisted sacrifice will this orb demand? - Wheelers Books

The Singing Mermiad by Julia Donaldson

The Singing Mermiad by Julia Donaldson - The singing mermaid is tempted away from her home at Silversands to join the circus. The audiences love her but the poor mermaid, kept in a tank by the wicked circus owner Sam Sly, soon longs to return to the freedom of the sea. Will she ever escape? With glitter throughout, this is a beautiful, lyrical new picture book from the creators of the bestselling WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD. - Wheelers Books

Customise your clothes

Customise your clothes - Customising your clothes saves money, is good for the planet and it's fun! From making fabric flowers to glamming up your trainers, this book will show you how to bring out the designer in you. A bright new series that uses a series of fun projects with easy-to-follow steps and handy tips to encourage every reader's creativity and imagination. - Wheelers Books

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Moshling Mayhem

Moshling Mayhem - Based on the awesome Moshi Monsters, this Pick Your Path book allows you to explore Monstro City and decide how the story ends. - Wheelers Books.

 

How to eat a Huhu grub

How to eat a Huhu grub - How to eat a Huhu Grub is a must for every adventurous boy and girl in the kiwi home and includes all sorts of important information you need to know - like how to make an origami water bomb, how to spot native trees, what to do if you are stranded in the bush, how to play marbles, car games, paper planes that fly, how to make a chopstick trebuchet and much much more! Cleverly illustrated by 14 year old Conrad and written and designed by his dad Nick, this is a must have for every boy and girl. - Wheelers Books

Alice Miranda at schoo

Alice Miranda at school - Can one tiny girl change a very big school? Alice-Miranda Highton-Smith-Kennigton-Jones can't wait to start boarding school. When she arrives at Winchesterfield-Downsfordvale Academy for Proper Young Ladies, the adventure begins ...only not quite as Alice-Miranda expects. - Wheelers Books.

The Adventures of Tintin

The Adventures of Tintin - This is an easy-to-read adaptation of the film for younger readers, featuring gorgeous full colour movie artwork throughout! When Tintin buys a model ship called the Unicorn, he doesn't realize he's about to become the center of a centuries-old family feud involving nefarious pirates and treasure! Following clues from the high seas to the blazing-hot desert, Tintin makes new friends and outwits new enemies as he uncovers the secret of the Unicorn. - Wheelers Books.

The Flytrap snaps

The Flytrap snaps - When Spencer Fogle hears blood-curdling screams on his way home from school, he doesn't realise he is about to become embroiled in a dark plot hatched by the richest man in town, Jimmy Jangle. But what is Jangle planning exactly? All Spencer knows is that it involves carnivorous plants, genetically engineered flies, and a mysterious file called The Fly Papers ...and could that suspicious girl at school, Tora de Ronde, have anything to do with it? - Wheelers Books

The Sweetheart deal

The Sweetheart deal -When fashionable Skyler meets mathlete Nathan, worlds collide -- and a makeover challenge begins! Can Skyler take Nathan from geek to gorgeous in time for the Valentine's Day dance? - Wheelers Books

Seeds of rebellion

Seeds of rebellion - Picking up after the incredible cliffhanger ending of A World Without Heroes, the next Beyonders book opens with Jason back in our world. Yet after all his efforts to return home, he finds himself itching to cross over to Lyrian. - Wheelers Books

Eye of the storm

Eye of the storm - In the not-too-distant future, huge tornadoes and monster storms have become a part of everyday life. Sent to spend the summer in the heart of storm country with her meteorological engineer father, Jaden Meggs is surprised at the strides her father's company StormSafe, has made with custom shelters that keep her family safe in even the worst of storms. At her exclusive summer science camp, Eye On Tomorrow, Jaden meets Alex, a boy whose passion for science matches hers. Together, they discover that her father's company is steering storms away from the expensive neighborhoods and toward the organic farming communities that are in competition with his bio-engineered food company, NatureMade. Jaden must confront her father, but when she does, she uncovers a terrifying family secret and must call on both her scientific knowledge and her faith to save the people she loves most from one of her father's monster storms. - Wheelers Books

So you think you know the Olympics

So you think you know the Olympics - So you think you all about the Olympics? Have a go at these: Which country's population was granted a day's holiday when its men's football team won gold at the 2000 Olympics? At the 2012 games, only two stadiums used for the football events are Premier League grounds. Can you name both? Name one of the three sports that George Eyser, a man with a wooden leg, won at the 1904 Olympics. Whether you want to test your knowledge or are keen to learn more about the biggest sporting event EVER, here are over 1000 Olympic teasers that cover everything from the history of the games and sports knowledge to weird and wonderful trivia that will put even gold medallists to the test and will make sure that you're ready for London 2012! - Wheelers Books

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