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PramBusters! by Anne Fine
Category: HelpMeLearn | Series: Little Gems
When the rain threatens to ruin the fun at summer camp, Malik and his friends are tasked with inventing a pram that any baby would love. But when ideas start flowing, tensions run high and it turns out that not everyone agrees on exactly what a baby would need. Only the PramBusters can be sure to sort t ...Show more
Rose's Dress Of Dreams by Katherine Woodfine
Category: HelpMeLearn | Series: Little Gems
Inspired by the life of Rose Bertin, Katherine Woodfine’s stunning Little Gem is written with an evocative sense of period furthered by fresh and beautiful full-colour illustrations by Kate Pankhurst. Young Rose dreams of sewing beautiful dresses for the women of Paris. But when a chance encounter wit ...Show more
Sea Urchins and Sand Pigs by Cornelia Funke
Category: HelpMeLearn | Series: Little Gems
From the internationally bestselling author of Inkheart comes a tale of sunshine fun! With treasure trails, dune pigs and the occasional visiting mermaid, there's never a dull moment in Sandy Cove, as a gang of children find out when they visit the holiday village one hot summer! High quality cream pa ...Show more
Skulduggery by Tony Robinson
Category: No Category | Series: Little Gems
A fun, swashbuckling adventure. Ben arrives at pirate school ready and raring to learn all about how to be the best pirate he can be! But instead of lessons in walking the plank, cutlass-swinging and singing sea shanties, the Headmistress seems more focused on teaching business and economics. Ben can't ...Show more
Snug by Michael Morpurgo
Category: HelpMeLearn | Series: Little Gems
A great countryside story. Wherever Lisa goes, her cat Snug follows. But as Snug grows up he spends more time away from home and one night comes home all beaten up. A beautifully illustrated and delightful story about animals and friendship. High quality cream paper and a special easy to read font ensur ...Show more
Sophie Takes to the Sky by Katherine Woodfine
Category: HelpMeLearn | Series: Little Gems
Katherine Woodfine reimagines the childhood of Sophie Blanchard, the world's first female hot-air balloonist, in this inspiring story of courage and self-belief.
Special Delivery by Jonathan Meres
Category: HelpMeLearn | Series: Little Gems
An old lady's failing memory leads to an unlikely friendship in this gorgeous Little Gem from bestselling author Jonathan Meres. All Frank wants is a new bike - but first he has to save up some money! When he starts helping with his sister's paper round, the last thing Frank expects is to meet a very sp ...Show more
Splash Day! by Nick Sharratt
Category: HelpMeLearn | Series: Little Gems
Splish, splosh, splash! It's Splash Day and everyone is ready for a water fight! They've got their trunks and wetsuits, some wellies and rubber rings, and Mrs Rose even has a great big hose! Join in with all the splashing fun in Nick Sharratt's beautiful debut Little Gem. Bursting with lots of rhyme, rh ...Show more
Stars of Mine by Kevin Crossley-Holland
Category: No Category | Series: Little Gem
A King marries a poor girl after being told she can perform amazing feats with a spinning wheel. But what will happen to her when he realises he's been tricked?
Superdad's Day Off by Phil Earle
Category: HelpMeLearn | Series: Little Gem
Stanley is a normal little boy, whose dad just happens to be the greatest superhero on the planet. Six days a week, Dad saves the world from disasters, aliens, and bad guys. Friday is his day off and he always spends it with Stan. But one Friday, Dad and Stan meet a series of people desperately in need ...Show more
Tea Party Parade by Nick Sharratt
Category: HelpMeLearn | Series: Little Gems
Illustration superstar Nick Sharratt adds another bright and bold rhyming early reader to bestselling Little Gems. Today's the day - it's the tea party parade! The kids are in their costumes and the teachers are marching too. Teacups are twirling, cake slices are spinning, and the big finale is going to ...Show more
The Bad Trousers by Ros Asquith
Category: HelpMeLearn | Series: Little Gem Ser.
A charming birthday story about one boy and his Granny's awful knitting, with artwork by Katie Morag creator Mairi Hedderwick. When your birthday is just around the corner, it can be tempting to second-guess the presents you might be getting. Robbie's pretty sure he's getting his dream present - a kitte ...Show more