Magic Keys Book 1

MAGIC KEYS places the primary emphasis on reading. If the student is a good reader, he becomes a happy and productive performer. Learning the notes one by one gives him security not only in recognizing the notes, but also in finding their positions on the keyboard.

Use the English you already know to quickly learn the basics of Spanish with this unique, accessible guide featuring original illustrations by Andy Warhol—from one of America’s most prominent language teachers. Read, write, and speak Spanish in only a few short weeks! Even the most reluctant learner will be astonished at the ease and effectiveness of Margarita Madrigal’s unique method of teaching a foreign language. Completely eliminating rote memorization and painfully boring drills, Madrigal’s Magic Key to Spanish is guaranteed to help you: • Learn to speak, read, and write Spanish quickly and easily • Convert English into Spanish in an instant • Start forming sentences after the very first lesson • Identify thousands of Spanish words within a few weeks of study • Travel to Spanish-speaking countries with confidence and comfort • Develop perfect pronunciation, thanks to a handy pronunciation key With original black-and-white illustration by Andy Warhol, Madrigal’s Magic Key to Spanish will provide readers with a solid foundation upon which to build their language skills.

Following on from the launch of The Magic Key on BBC Educational television in September, OUP is publishing its second wave of picture books based on the Magic Key adventure the characters have in each episode. This section of the television show is also due to be broadcast on Children's BBC television soon. The children are whisked into a world where planes fly themselves and air traffic control isn't what it should be. To his horror, Chip finds he's the temporary Flight Controller, in charge of four wacky flying machines. Giving commands doesn't come naturally to Chip and airborne chaos ensues. Then, the Green Machine nearly collides - with Biff on board! Chip is her only hope . . . * The Magic Key is to be a major 26 part BBC television series featuring the characters from Oxford Reading Tree. * The Oxford Reading Tree characters are recognized by children in virtually all primary schools, and know and loved by parents and children. * This is the first time BBC Education and BBC children's have jointly invested in a children's TV series. It will be shown on both. Transmission dates to be confirmed. * The series is produced by HIT Entertainment, makers of Kipper, Percy the Park Keeper and Bob the Builder programmes. * A merchandise programme is under development with Marks and Spencer. * These are the only official tie-in picture story books featuring the Magic Key adventures. * These books following on from the publication of six story books and six activity books published in September 2000.

Following on from the launch of The Magic Key on BBC Educational television in September, OUP is publishing its second wave of picture books based on the Magic Key adventure the characters have in each episode. This section of the television show is also due to be broadcast on Children's BBCtelevision soon. Nadim, Wilf, and Floppy encounter Grabber Lotterdosh and his sidekick 'anorak' Grubbytech. Finding himself in a high-tech factory is Nadim's idea of heaven - until Wilf and Floppy are captured. Can Nadim rescue them before they are 'robotized' and forced to work on a non-stop production line forever? Only if he can find the instructions . . . * The Magic Key is to be a major 26 part BBC television series featuring the characters from Oxford Reading Tree. * The Oxford Reading Tree characters are recognized by children in virtually all primary schools, and know and loved by parents and children. * This is the first time BBC Education and BBC children's have jointly invested in a children's TV series. It will be shown on both. Transmission dates to be confirmed. * The series is produced by HIT Entertainment, makers of Kipper, Percy the Park Keeper and Bob the Builder programmes. * A merchandise programme is under development with Marks and Spencer. * These are the only official tie-in picture story books featuring the Magic Key adventures. * These books following on from the publication of six story books and six activity books published in September 2000.

Unlock the magic with this holiday picture book perfect for kids 4-8! It's an age-old question. How does Santa get into every house around the world...no matter what doors, locks, chimneys, or windows exist? Find the answer to this question in Santa's Magic Key! In this unforgettable holiday story, a boy realizes on Christmas Eve that his new house does not have a chimney, and with the post office closed and Santa coming by the end of the night, he has no way of telling Santa. But when the boy finds a mysterious key, he'll soon discover just how this key will solve his problem. Add a new classic to your holiday collection with this magical tale that reveals how Santa can always spread gifts and joy on Christmas Eve by using his magical key. This beautiful book is full of illustrations that capture the wonder of the holiday season.

13-year-old Timothy Magee was ready for another birthday-the one time a year that he got to see his spirited, feisty grandfather. He was prepared for the usual festivities-gluttonous consumption of treats, a few interesting presents, and hours of gaming with his friends. What he wasn't expecting was his life to be forever changed by a magical birthday gift he is sworn to keep secret and safe until his grandfather magically reappears. This is the beginning of a new series; infused with the magical fantasy of Harry Potter and humorous wit of A Series of Unfortunate Events-Timothy and His Magic Key will fill your sails with the winds of adventure like no other!

The High Kingdom has known twenty years of peace. The true reason unknown to everyone save Sultan Vilos the First. At the height of The Crown War, Vilos made a deal with a powerful sorcerer. Vilos’s reign would be secured in exchange for his first born daughter. The sorcerer promised to come for the princess on her eighteenth birthday. That day is today. The sorcerer is coming to claim his due and if he doesn’t get it, all Hell is going to break loose.

Following on from the launch of The Magic Key on BBC Educational television in September, OUP is publishing its second wave of picture books based on the Magic Key adventure the characters have in each episode. This section of the television show is also due to be broadcast on Children's BBC television soon. Kipper, Gran, and Floppy spin into Crayon World, where Fraser the Eraser is intent on rubbing everything out. Fraser even takes Gran hostage - and it takes all of Kipper's ingenuity to work out how to stop Fraser from rubbing everything out and get him to release Gran, before Crayon World becomes a blank sheet. * The Magic Key is to be a major 26 part BBC television series featuring the characters from Oxford Reading Tree. * The Oxford Reading Tree characters are recognized by children in virtually all primary schools, and know and loved by parents and children. * This is the first time BBC Education and BBC children's have jointly invested in a children'sTV series. It will be shown on both. Transmission dates to be confirmed. * The series is produced by HIT Entertainment, makers of Kipper, Percy the Park Keeper and Bob the Builder programmes. * A merchandise programme is under development with Marks and Spencer. * These are the only official tie-in picture story books featuring the Magic Key adventures. * These books following on from the publication of six story books and six activity books published in September 2000.