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Classic Children's Stories
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items Children's stories that are great gifts. Full of enchanting tales and well-known classics.
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For girls
For Boys
For everyone
For girls
Classic French story written in rhyme.
Madeline
Sweet stories reminescent of another time.
The Milly-Molly-Mandy Storybook
Sweet story about a young orphan girl who grows up in the idyllic countryside of Prince Edward Island, Canada. She's a romantic at heart.
Anne of Green Gables [Painted Edition]
About a 12 year old tomboyish American girl living in the 1860s. Charming, funny and sweetly nostalgic.
What Katy Did
A sweet, melancholy story about a young girl who goes to live with her uncle and cousin in an austere English manor with a wall, that has a door that leads somewhere magical... The Secret Garden.
The Secret Garden
For girls with that adventurous can-do attitude. They will certainly love going on this adventure with Sophie as she learns to be more courageous and challenge herself.
The Desert Challenge
This charming, classic tale will transport you back to Orchard House in Massachusetts during the American Civil War and all the delightful goings on of the March sisters. A beautiful tale of sisterhood, family and friendship.
Little Women
For any girl who's ever wished to be a princess… this wonderful tale about a young girl, Sarah who, despite her poverty, acts as nobly as royalty. A Little Princess is a story that will warm your heart.
A Little Princess
For Boys
A wonderful story for boys and tomboys alike. Follow Mowgli and friends in the charming tale that Disney used to base their film of the same name.
The Jungle Book
While everyone can definitely enjoy Asterix comics, these cheeky, witty and creative narratives about two Gauls with magic powers are sure to delight any boyish soul.
Asterix Omnibus Vol. 10
These easy-reads have dynamic fantasy narratives with magical objects and exciting adventures. The illustrations are also pretty awesome too.
The Hidden Stairs and the Magic Carpet
This highly inventive and funny story is for adventurous boys who like a bit of mischief. This tale, rooted in a real-world behaviour camp setting focuses on Stanley Yelnats and his family who have terrible bad luck. When he is wrongly accused of som...
Holes
This wonderful adventure story told by adventure-man himself, Bear Grylls is sure to have you ready to go out and experience your own adventure. And who knows? One day those survival skills might just come in handy.
The Blizzard Challenge
Another Bear Grylls adventure that'll transport you to the middle of jungle. A sure-fire success for any adventurous boy who loves the outdoors.
The Jungle Challenge
A graphic novel version of Tolkien's epic tale about Bilbo and the dwarves as they race towards the Lonely Mountain. A wonderful way to introduce boys to the world of Middle Earth.
The Hobbit
For everyone
Charming story about a bear named Paddington
Paddington Classic Adventures Box Set
Charming stories about mice and other creatures living in the hedges of the English countryside. Suitable for ages 6-7. The illustrations are stunning!
The Complete Brambly Hedge
The Tale of Peter Rabbit is a stunning and charming addition to a child's bookshelf. Peter's cheeky and adventurous nature will charm and delight everyone.
The Tale of Peter Rabbit
The beautiful original story about J.M. Barrie that will surely make imaginations soar all the way to Neverland.
Peter Pan
This classic Dr Seuss tale is a must-have for any children's bookshelf. Sure to delight with its kooky characters and rhyme.
Dr. Seuss - The Cat In The Hat [60th Anniversary Edition]
This box-set of the Chronicles of Narnia is a charming addition to any family bookshelf. With the original illustrations by Pauline Baynes, you'll be able to relive these classic stories again and again.
The Chronicles of Narnia
This is a stunning picture book version of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. The illustrations add to a whimsical magic of this classic children's story.
Best-loved Classics: The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe
This quirky story is a fantastic addition to any Roald Dahl fan's library. The magical narrative of the mysterious chocolate factory and the golden tickets will delight youngsters and bring a bit of nostalgia back for parents and older children. Best...
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Colour Edition)
Roald Dahl's book about a boy and a giant peach is one of those evocative and whimsical stories that sets young imaginations alight.
James and the Giant Peach
Michael Morpurgo is one of those writers who can make a simple narrative come alive in the minds of young readers. This story about a young boy Michael trying to survive on an island is a true classic and will delight kids who prefer more realistic a...
Kensuke's Kingdom
The BFG is a wonderful story that delights imaginations no matter their age. With themes of injustice and kindness, this is a great story that will warm your heart. A bedtime story that you'll revisit over and over.
The BFG
There's a reason why Percy Jackson books are in such demand. That's because the story of Percy, Annabeth and Grover is a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Seeped in Greek mythology, this fantasy-mystery is a real page-turner.
Percy Jackson And The Lightning Thief
This classic story about Harry taking his first steps into the Wizarding World is made even more magical by Jim Kay's illustrations, making every moment come to life. A wonderful edition ready to make it's debut as your child's next favourite bedtime...
Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone
The second installment of J.K. Rowling's magical series. Jim Kay's illustrations bring every moment to life and all the michief and shenanigans that Harry and Ron (and Hermione) get up to in their second year at Hogwarts.
Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets