New Releases by Jill Newton

What is a Zonkey? Why do some horses have feathers? How can a horse sleep standing up? Which horse dances to the beat of the tom toms? Who was the eight -headed horse of Indian folklore? Come on a journey around the world and meet 80 unique breeds of horses and ponies which have adapted to harsh environments in unusual ways. Be introduced to incredible equines, both real and mythical, that dance, talk, spell, save lives on the battlefield and have even won Oscars! This book is brimming with facts about the brave and bizarre acts performed by this amazing animal that helped shape civilisations for over six thousand years.

AV2 Fiction Readalong by Weigl brings you timeless tales of mystery, suspense, adventure, and the lessons learned while growing up. These celebrated children’s stories are sure to entertain and educate while captivating even the most reluctant readers. Log on to www.av2books.com, and enter the unique book code found on page 2 of this book to unlock an extra dimension to these beloved tales. Hear the story come to life as you read along in your own book.

Mouse is in trouble - he''s disturbed Lion''s sleep. So he makes Lion a promise - is it too big to keep! Get set for a hoot with these tip-roaring rhymes - retellings of classic Aesop''s Fables.

When Jo, Bessie and Fanny climb up to the top of the Faraway Tree, they meet Silky, Moon-Face and the Saucepan Man. Their new friends show them an exciting secret - how to visit lots of strange and magical lands, where they have many thrilling adventures.

Claude''s friends have just finished a beautiful underwater garden and now they want to celebrate by throwing a splendid party. Claude, however, isn''t invited because he couldn''t be bothered with gardening--too boring! But when he realizes he''s been left out, Claude understands the importance of contributing and finds his own special way of pitching in.

Jo, Bessie and Fanny have a visit from snooty friend Connie. Connie won''t believe in the Faraway Tree and the magical people who live there - Moon-face, Silky the fairy and Saucepan Man. There''s only one way to prove her wrong - together the children climb the tree, and visit some of the lands at the top of it, like the Land of Secrets and the Land of Treats. And after a few adventures, Connie learns to be a nicer person altogether

The bus is late, the lines are long, and all the animals are waiting, some more patiently than others. When the bus finally arrives, each animal is told "Please don''t chat to the bus driver." But no animal can resist just a few words. Soon the bus driver is so busy listening that things are going all wrong. When the battered, very late bus eventually comes to a grinding halt, all the animals disembark and wait for the next bus. When it arrives, they are given the same instructions. And guess what they do? Packed with exuberantly colorful illustrations, this is a story sure to tickle the funny bone.

The paper-engineered book with pop-ups and flaps on every page is part of a house-shaped box that contains a plush, snuggly version of the animal featured in the book. Author Jill Newton explores the pleasures and pitfalls of trying to keep a wild animal as a pet--showing that the animals belong in their own homes. Full-color art.

Things begin disappearing when a family''s sofa is delivered.

Cheetah appreciates his friendship with Hippopotamus more when he learns there are more important qualities in a friend than being able to run fast.

Winston, a cat who loves to eat fish, tries to live in the sea.

Helston, gateway to the Lizard, has long been a market and coinage town serving the mining districts to the west and north. But no mining affected the peninsula, so that it was never changed by engine houses or rows of miners'' cottages. It was a superstitious land of contrasts, often called the Gemini peninsula, where smuggling was rife. The Cornish language was spoken until well in the 17th century and old Celtic beliefs and customs still survive. The most famous is Helston''s Furry Dance, with its roots in the pagan festival to welcome the Celtic summer.