Books with author Abie Longstaff

Aggie needs to get a present for her Mum's birthday and Gron has a piece of amber that would be perfect! But getting the amber may be harder than Aggie thought, especially when a wild boar appears...This prehistoric adventure from well-loved author Abie Longstaff is perfect for children who are learning to read by themselves are for Key Stage 1. It features engaging illustrations from Shane Crampton and fun characters young readers will find hard to resist.Bloomsbury Young Readers are the perfect way to get children reading, with book-banded stories by brilliant authors like Julia Donaldson. They are packed with gorgeous colour illustrations and include inside cover notes to help adults reading with children, as well as ideas for activities related to the stories.Book Band: TurquoiseIdeal for ages 6+

Kittie Lacey, the most fabulous hairdresser of them all, is making a splash in this sixth Fairytale Hairdresser storyThe little memaid is all in a lather—the Sea Witch has stolen her beautiful singing voice! Kittie Lacey will need all her hairdressing (and matchmaking) skills to tackle this terrible tangle and guarantee a happy ever after. This magical, fairy tale adventure is awash with funny fairy tale references to spot and favorite friends to find, with a sprinkling of glamour and a surprise glitter spread. A fabulously fun story full of favorite fairy tale characters, starring the best hairdresser in all the land, Kittie Lacey!

Kittie Lacey is the best hairdresser in all of Fairyland. . .A brave, stylish heroine for whom no tangle is too troublesome and no frizz too fearsome! ________Kittie Lacey is off on a very overdue holiday on Aladdin’s Magic Carpet Tours. But it’s not long before Kittie needs to come to the rescue! When she finds herself tangled up in a world of flying carpets and mysterious jewels she needs to put all her skills to the test to rescue Aladdin, free the genie and save the day. Will she manage it? Have you read any more of Kittie’s fairytale adventures?Fairytale Hairdresser and the Sugar Plum FairyFairytale Hairdresser and Father Christmas Fairytale Hairdresser and Snow White Fairytale Hairdresser and Cinderella

In the third magical adventure in the new young fiction series from the creators of the Fairytale Hairdresser series, Tibben the Potions Master’s apprentice must travel over the frozen tundra to find out why it’s gone so dark. Perfect for first readers whether reading alone or reading aloud. This is the third book in the enchanting six-book Magic Potions Shop series. Book 1: The Young Apprentice; book 2: The River Horse; book 3: The Blizzard Bear; book 4: The Lightning Pup; book 5: The Fire Bird; book 6: The Emerald Dragon

In the fifth magical adventure in the new series from the creators of the Fairytale Hairdresser, Tibben, the Potions Master’s apprentice, and his friend Wizz must journey to the Parched Desert to get to the bottom of the mystery fierce hot winds, which are blowing sand all over the Kingdom of Arthwen. Perfect for first readers whether reading alone or reading aloud. This is the fifth book in the enchanting six-book Magic Potions Shop series. Book 1: The Young Apprentice; book 2: The River Horse; book 3: The Blizzard Bear; book 4: The Lightning Pup; book 5: The Firebird; book 6: The Emerald Dragon

The fourth in a series of witty, modern retellings of classic fairytalesSnow White has fled from the palace and the wicked queen is on her trail. With the help of seven musical dwarves, a magic mirror, and a dashing doctor prince, can Kittie Lacey save the day? All little princes or princesses will love the incomparable Kittie Lacey, a feisty, stylish heroine for whom no tangle is too troublesome and no frizz too fearsome.

A dazzling take on the modern Cinderella story with the fabulous hairdresser Kittie Lacey as fairy godmotherThe queen of hearts is holding a ball to find the perfect girl for her perfect prince. But Cinderella doesn't have an invitation or a dress—what's a girl to do? Luckily, Kittie Lacey, fabulous hairdresser to the fairytale stars, is on hand to give Cinderella a new 'do, find her the perfect dress, and get her in to the ball. But with so many other fairytale characters to fight through, including a pair of all-too-familiar sisters, will Cinderella and her prince ever find each other? Filled with gorgeous gowns, glamour, glitter, and hairdos to make your dreams come true, this classic story has never looked so good.

A fabulously fun story featuring favorite fairytale characters and the amazing Katie Lacey, fairytale hairdresser Join Kitty Lacey, the fairytale hairdresser, as she tames the wildest of locks, deals with the most demanding and unusual of customers, ultimately foils the Witch's evil plan, and plays cupid to the newly coiffed Rapunzel. A decent haircut really can work wonders!

When the wicked Snow Queen puts a spell on Kay, Gerda is worried she will lose him forever. Follow Gerda on her adventure to the Snow Queen’s home and find out if she is able to save her friend in this retelling of the traditional tale, beautifully illustrated by Kate Greenaway-winning illustrator Michael Foreman.•Collins Big Cat Phonics Progress books are specifically designed for struggling readers, giving them age-appropriate texts that they can read, building their confidence and fostering positive attitudes towards reading. This title has a text level of Band 4 / Blue, which provides longer, repeated patterns with sequential events, and an interest level of Band 10 / White.•Text type: A retelling of a traditional story•A map on pages 14 to 15 enables children to recap Gerda’s journey and discuss each stage of the story.•Curriculum links: Citizenship