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  Awesome Animals of Asia - The...

  Nicole Orr

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  The 7 continents of the world have their own history, climate, and natural biomes. Delve into a fun, fact-filled non-fiction book that explores the animals of the continent of Asia. Learn what countries make up the continent of Asia and fascinating information about 23 of the most interesting mammals, birds, insects, lizards, and ocean creatures. See full-color photos of the animals, most in their natural habitat. Also included is a list for further reading, websites to explore, a glossary and an index.

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  Billy Bookley and My Book of...

  Simon Register

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  Billy Bookley and His Book of Magic Tricks is a fantastically fun story, full of warmth, adventure and the rising of an underdog. Billy Bookley is a poor and lonely young boy, whose long school days are cruelly spent being teased and bullied by the horrible boys and girls in his class just for the way he looks. Then one day, a magical twist of fate and fortune gives him the opportunity to finally turn the tables on his bullies – once and for all! This will change both his and their lives forever. Will he triumph against the odds? Will Billy take advantage of this chance at glory? Will he risk being brave? Will he dare to grasp this chance to take revenge on his bullies? Or will it all prove too much for this one quiet young boy to handle alone? Only time will tell what the future holds for Billy Bookley!

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  Hey! Can You Help Me Find My...

  Afsheen Kashif

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  This book emphasises the importance of developing syllable awareness in pre-readers and early readers to enhance their pronunciation, reading, spelling, and writing skills. Research shows that effective pronunciation is essential for improving communication skills, as it ensures clarity and understanding (Prikazchikov et al., 2024). By recognising syllables, young learners can identify sound units within words, which fosters phonological awareness. This awareness is crucial for understanding the complex sound system of a language, including words, sentences, syllables, onsets, rhymes, and phonics (Gillis, M., 2019).
  
  Research indicates that early awareness of syllables helps children connect letters to syllable-sound units, which in turn enhances their phonemic awareness. This skill is crucial for mastering reading, writing, and spelling (Zagar et al., 2020). An example of syllables and phonemes can be learnt from the word "passionfruit". This word can be phonetically analysed into 3 syllables: Pas-sion-fruit, each with a distinct vowel sound and 12 phonemes, represented as p-a-s-s-i-o-n-f-r-u-i-t.
  
  To further improve children's reading and writing abilities, research from the Effective Provision of Preschool Education (EPPE, 2004) shows that high-quality preschool programmes significantly benefit children's intellectual, social, and emotional development. Additionally, a supportive home learning environment—characterised by activities like reading, singing, shared thinking, and modelling positive behaviours—plays a crucial role in enhancing children's academic and social skills. These factors help increase children's proficiency in reading and maths by age 6.
  
  Sylva et al. (2004) The Effective Provision of Preschool Education (EPPE) Project: Final Report: A Longitudinal Study Funded by the DfES 1997-2004. SSU/FR/2004/01. [online]. London: EPPE. Pp. 1–9. Available at: https://discovery.ucl.ac.uk/id/eprint/10005309 (Accessed: 13 July 2025).
  
  Zagar, D. et al. (2020) 'Syllable-first rather than letter-first to improve phonemic awareness', Scientific Reports, 22103(10), pp. 1–8. doi: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-020-79240-y
  
  Prikazchikov et al. (2024). Teaching Pronunciation with Confidence. Ames: Iowa State University Digital Press.

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  The Burpy Frog

  Gavin McTear

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  Billy and his parents live in the heart of the Australian outback, where wild animals are always nearby. Every evening, they enjoy their meals outside on the veranda, sharing the space with insects, geckos, and frogs. But there's one little problem: someone at the table needs to learn some manners! Surprisingly, it's not Billy who needs the lesson. Instead, a very noisy frog must discover how to be more polite. Join Billy and his family in this delightful story where the most unexpected guest has the most to learn about good table manners!

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  Jack Goes Dancing

  Alex Barber

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  A spinoff to the popular title Ella Plays Football - Her Game Too which was called an inspiration by Sky Sports commentator Martin Tyler.
  
  Read the inspiring story of Jack! He loves dancing so much but is picked on by the girls who don't think boys should dance. Follow along as Jack navigates the challenges of bullying and self-doubt, determined to prove that dance has no gender.
  
  With colourful illustrations, this heart-warming tale reminds young readers to chase their dreams and never let anyone dim their spark. Jack's infectious passion for dance will inspire kids to embrace their unique talents and not be afraid to be different. Discover the power of perseverance in this uplifting story that celebrates the joy of following your heart.
  
  Featuring professional dancer Craig Barber, as seen in various shows and performances throughout the UK.

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  Mr Johnson & The Ever Most...

  Brenda D. Burns-Owens

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  Mr. Johnson notices one particular pig and casually tells Sammy, "Looks like she's ready for auction." Sammy's heart sinks. "Please don't take Gabby to the auction, she's not that kind of pig!" But Mr. Johnson, unfazed, reminds Sammy to finish his chores and moves on to other farm duties.
  
  Feeling the weight of his responsibilities, Sammy checks on his mischievous baby goat, Beckett, who's been warned to stay out of his mother's garden. As if keeping Gabby off the auction list wasn't enough.
  
  Later, Beckett meets Gabby, and as he leaves the pig pen, he calls out, "I'll come visit you if you're still around." But as he walks away, he feels a pang of regret, noticing the worry on Gabby's face. Unsure if he has upset her, Beckett decides to seek advice from Alexander the mouse.

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