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A lively introduction to a mathematician whose curiosity shapes both his work and his way of living. The book combines biography with number puzzles, equations and visual discoveries, presenting collaboration and mathematical thinking as central parts of Erdős’s life.

A warm animal story about a stray donkey finding care, friendship and a place to belong. Flash’s curiosity, inventions and collecting lead to mishaps as well as helpful discoveries, while the other animals model kindness and practical support.

This is a puzzle-led mystery with a spooky turn: Elizabeth explores a remote hotel, works with Freddy on codes and wordplay, and encounters curses, unsettling phenomena and an evil ghost. Personal histories include bereavement and mistreatment, while the story stresses kindness, trust and resisting evil.

This is an encouraging, action-focused introduction to caring for oneself, other people and the planet. Its strongest offering is turning large global aims into small, concrete things children can try, discuss or make together.

A clue-driven mystery set among gifted students, pairing investigation with questions about grief, friendship and the human cost of treating crime as an intellectual puzzle.

A short, visually expressive story about a newcomer, suspicion and the possibility of belonging. Its emotional centre is the contrast between what the animals assume and what they learn about the stranger’s past.

A lively invitation to look closely at slugs, bees, spiders and other small creatures in familiar places. Its blend of humour, sketches, factual detail and observation activities makes ordinary surroundings feel worth investigating.

This offers an engaging, fact-led exploration of animal mouths, using surprising comparisons and interactive guessing to make biology feel playful. The glossary may help readers meet unfamiliar scientific vocabulary.

This offers a gentle but bittersweet story about being lost, misunderstood and welcomed. Its strongest feature is the space it gives children to interpret Beegu’s feelings, experiences and unanswered questions.

A warm, comic fantasy built around an unusual friendship: David is the alert pupil, while the Phoenix is a grandiose, imperfect teacher. Its adventures are episodic, but the continuing pursuit and growing bond give them a clear emotional thread.

This is a gentle winter tale about a young fox’s first snow, a practical need for mittens, and a journey that brings him into contact with unfamiliar people.

This is a Halloween mystery with a child protagonist, unsettling neighbours and a risky investigation. It appears to combine spooky suspense with family and friendship elements, while leaving the central threat and ending unclear.

A lively mystery-adventure about Logan and his friends investigating disappearing dogs. The story combines an unusual alien explanation with an urgent attempt to help the animals, while presenting the investigation as humorous and heartwarming.

A playful fantasy turns a bedroom into a gateway to the zoo. Sylvie’s affectionate experiments with small bears, penguins and monkeys are funny and unruly, while the forgotten door introduces a clear shift from controlled adventure to possible pandemonium.