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| Lost Island of Tamarind, The |
Nadia Aguiar
£5.99, Puffin Books
Three children. Alone on the ocean waves, after a fierce storm throws their parents from the Pamela Jane into the icy waters below. Maya, Simon and Penny now face a wild rescue adventure that will lead them to a truly magical place . . .
Imagine an island with green mountains looming over pink sandy beaches and tide pools lit by the moon. An island with the darkest of secrets, where pirates lurk and jaguars roam – and a precious stone holds a power that is both wondrous and terrifying. This is where the children must go.
No one from the Outside has escaped the island before. Danger is everywhere. But they can’t turn back now. Could you
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| Rainy Day Guide to Ireland |
Orla Kearney
€9.99, Gill & Macmillan
Most guidebooks to Ireland are aimed at adults. But many of those adults also bring their children on holiday with them. Here’s the first guidebook written for children. It contains details of the country, its history, culture, legends and places to visit. And as its title implies it also gives lots of ideas for the inevitable rainy day. Activity pages appear throughout the book. Finally there’s a special pocket built into the back cover in which the child can keep tickets, leaflets and other memorabilia of the holiday.
All in all, this is a book for children that adults won't want to be without!
Orla Kearney writes, edits and publishes Primary Times, a 'What's On and Where to Go' guide for parents and children in Kildare, Meath and Wicklow. |
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| Slow Cooking - Easy Slow Cooker Recipes |
Katie Bishop
£9.99, Collins
Slow Cooking includes 140 mouth-watering recipes that can prepared in advance and cooked while you're at work or just relaxing at home. More and more people are discovering the benefits these affordable cookers – they are economical, environmental and produce perfect results every time. Cookery writer and journalist, Katie Bishop, shows just how little effort is required to make great family recipes such as Rolled Shoulder of Lamb, Mini Chestnut, Mushroom and Red Wine Pies, Classic Bouillabaisse, Herby Italian Stuffed Peppers and Oat, Sunflower and Honey Bread. This book provides a fresh insight into this old-fashioned method of cooking, with straightforward dishes that will delight your friends and family. |
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| Cá bhfuil Murchú? |
Anne Donovan
€5.95, O'Brien Press
Is cairde maithe iad Ruairí agus Murchú.
Ach lá amháin ní raibh Ruairí ábalta Murchú a fháil in áit ar bith.
Chuardaigh Mamaí agus Daidí agus Ruairí gach áit.
Ach ansin fuair siad glaoch teileafóin: an bhfuil Murchú faighte?
Murphy is Rory’s best friend.
Every day they play together.
But one day Rory cannot find Murphy. Mam and Dad and Rory search everywhere.
Then a phonecall comes – has someone found Rory’s best friend?
SOS 15 Red Flag: For readers aged 8 years plus.
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| Provence & the Cote d'Azur with your family |
Frommer's
£12.99, Wiley
From lavender fields to sandy beaches, discover a destination with:
Picturesque hilltop villages with jaw-dropping views
Golden beaches bordering a dazzling Mediterranean Sea
Fast, exciting and glitzy resorts
Fairytale castles and gothic palaces to explore
Local food delicacies to delight all generations
Breathtaking nature reserves and parks
Let Frommer's show you where your family can:
Experience some of the most popular festivals in Europe
Discover artworks by Matisse, Picasso and Renoir
Try tree climbing, canyoning or white-water rafting
Enjoy a game of French boules with the locals
See hundreds of butterflies or visit a 'bird hotel'
See where the 'Man in the Iron Mask' was kept prisoner
Create your own unique perfume
We all know that planning a family holiday can be a nightmare. Which restaurants will cook off the menu to please small fussy appetites? Which beaches have clean toilets and safe bathing?
This is exactly the kind of specific information the With Your Family travel guides offer. They're packed with essential 'on the ground' advice on planning a holiday to please every member of the family - whether you're travelling with babies, small children or teenagers.
Each listed destination, activity and accommodation has been visited and tested - and only truly family friendly entries are featured. For more family fun, download the Frommer's Holiday Fun Pack at www.frommers.co.uk
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| Money Doctor Finance Annual 2009 |
John Lowe
€10.99, Gill & Macmillan
The Money Doctor Finance Annual 2009 is the fourth edition of this annual publication. Speaking in plain English, it tells you how the budget changes will affect you, how you can take advantage of new rules, how you can use clever tips to your own advantage and how to avoid pitfalls.
The most keenly priced family finance guide on the Irish market |
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| Child Obesity - A Parent's Guide |
Judith Manson
£8.99, Need2know
Child obesity has been described as a ticking time bomb, which is now as big a threat to society as global warming. Overweight children are never out of the news and obesity rates are soaring.
This comprehensive guide to obesity, its causes and effects, shows parents, carers and those concerned about children’s eating habits, how to defuse the time bomb and tackle obesity.
Using expert advice and the latest information, this book will help readers to find solutions to obesity by offering practical advice and achievable strategies which can be used to help children obtain a healthy weight, develop good eating habits and an active lifestyle. Child friendly recipes, food facts and progress charts are included.
Whether you think your child may be obese, or want to find out how you can prevent obesity, this essential guide is packed with all the latest facts you will need to help children live healthily.
Key Points
What Causes Child Obesity
Diagnosing Obesity
Physical and Mental Effects of Obesity
Tackling & Beating Obesity
Healthy Eating
Exercise and Active Lifestyles
Readership
Parents, carers and teachers.
Contents:-
Introduction
1. What Do We Mean by Obese?
2. The Causes and Effects of Obesity
3. How Can I Tell if My Child is Overweight or Obese?
4. Getting Ready to Tackle Obesity.
5. Small Steps to Success
6. The Basics of Healthy Eating
7. Making Healthy Eating Happen
8. Getting Active, Staying Active
9. What Will Success Look Like?
10. Useful Contacts and Resources
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| My Secret War Diary |
Flossie Albright
£12.99, Walker Boks
A fascinating diary account of the Second World War, as seen through the eyes of a young girl.
Flossie is just nine years old when, in 1939, Britain declares war on Germany and her father leaves the family home to join the army. Flossie is left to bring up her baby brother and to face a whole host of new experiences on her own. Her diary becomes an outlet for relaying all the news from at home and abroad. From the first evacuees arriving to her sweetheart being killed in Normandy in 1944, Flossie has to endure much hardship. But her own special blend of courage, humour and fighting spirit see her through to the Armistice, when she can welcome her dad home at last.
Suitable for children aged seven years and older.
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| Drawing for the Artistically Undiscovered |
Quentin Blake
£12.99, Klutz
A book for people who want to draw but don’t mind starting at the beginning - it’s a sketchbook with training wheels!
There’s plenty of open space for you to play on, but around the edges you’ll find handrails of help and encouragement.
With illustrations by Quentin Blake, the book includes artist quality watercolour pencils and one artist quality sketch pen. Ideal for adults and children alike - everyone should have one! |
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| Ripley's Believe it or Not 2009 |
Prepare to be Shocked!
£17.99, Random House Books
Following hot on the heels of last year's best-selling edition, "Ripley's Believe it or Not 2009" offers a whole new feast of bizarre facts, fiends and freaks -all guaranteed to fascinate, surprise and amaze. Stare in wonder at the man who swallowed a solid steel sword underwater; gasp at the pelican who ate a pigeon; and, marvel at the man who swam down the Amazon, dodging piranhas, pirates and whirlpools. Illustrated throughout with extraordinary colour photographs, this fascinating book is a must-have for anyone intrigued by the stranger aspects of our planet and its inhabitants.
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| Stories From The Stable |
Bob Hartman
£4.99, Lion Hudson
Here is a collection of eighteen fun, fast-paced stories for Christmas from one of the UK's most popular storytellers. Bob Hartman is renowned for his retellings of traditional stories from around the world. This Christmas collection contains eleven episodes that link directly to the Nativity story, with a further seven folktales that provide memorable insights into the real meaning of Christmas.
A very readable black and white text with line drawings throughout.
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| SARAH JANE ADVENTURES: TIME CAPSULE/GHOST HOUSE |
BBC AudioBooks
£5.99, BBC AudioBooks
Two new audio book adventures for Sarah Jane Smith and friends, following on from 'The Glittering Storm' and 'The Thirteenth Stone'. Sarah Jane is the most popular Dr Who companion, and Elizabeth Sladen, who stars as Sarah Jane in the CBBC TV series, reads these exclusive audio stories for ages eight years and over. |
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