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This book encourages children to embrace their curiosity and creativity, teaching them to solve problems in fun and inventive ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnother noteworthy title is \u003cstrong\u003eThe Island of Forgotten Gods\u003c\/strong\u003e, a thrilling adventure that transports readers to a mysterious island, teeming with ancient legends and fascinating mythology. Ideal for budding adventurers, this story ignites an interest in mythology while emphasising the importance of bravery and friendship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVictor Piñeiro's books are perfect for fostering a love for reading in children, providing exciting journeys that captivate the imagination while subtly imparting important moral values. Discover his works and watch as young readers embark on unforgettable adventures page after page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-island-of-forgotten-gods-by-victor-pineiro-9781464237980","title":"The Island of Forgotten Gods","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Nico decides to spend his summer with his abuela and cousins in Puerto Rico, he didn't expect to be hunted by the legendary chupacabra. But soon he discovers that the only way to save the island is by facing the very gods who created it. From the author of \u003cem\u003eTime Villains\u003c\/em\u003e comes a new fantastical adventure about family, tradition, and seeing things for what they truly are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNico wants to be a film director. So far his creativity has been limited to short videos he puts out on social media, but he has grand plans to put together a real movie soon. The catch? His parents are sending him to Puerto Rico for the summer, to stay with his iconic (but carless) Abuela Luciana and his cousins, who are Abuela Summer veterans. Still, he wants to make the best of \"the boringest summer ever\" (as his cousins put it) by filming his masterpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut when filming begins, they spot a gargoyle-like creature that can only be one thing—the legendary chupacabra. This creature begins following them, chasing them when they're alone at night, and seemingly hunting them down. At the same time, a strange cult also seems to have it in for the trio, hoping to capture them first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSoon they are thrown into a horror-tinged adventure that brings them face-to-face with ancient Tainos, even more ancient Taino gods, and the mysterious chupacabra, who is somehow linked to everything—including their enigmatic Abuela. 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Can Javi and his friends stop Count Dracula from taking over the school?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith Blackbeard banished from their present time, life has gone somewhat back to normal for Javi, his sister Brady, and his best friend Wiki. And Javi can now focus on his favourite thing in the world—crafting extreme sandwiches. Except their beloved Principal Gale has to make an unexpected trip back to Oz, leaving the excessively strict and downright terrifying Ms. Vlad in charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith the school all kinds of doom and gloom, the trio is desperate for some change. Luckily, that arrives in the form of their new Vice Principal, Mr. Dragon. 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