Space Ranger Fred and the Shoelace Adventure

<p>Fred Sanders is almost seven and dreams of one thing only: becoming an intergalactic space ranger. He reads about them talks about them and imagines every spare moment of his day whisked away on daring missions with his hero Zando Centauri.</p><p></p><p>So when a real rocket lands in his front garden-complete with roaring engines blowing curtains and Zando Centauri himself stepping out-Fred can hardly believe his eyes. Within minutes he is suited up strapped in and blasting away from the boredom of his bedroom towards the far reaches of the galaxy.</p><p></p><p>But Zando hasn't come for a simple joyride. Emperor Gandori of planet Jambori is facing a crisis. He has been given a pair of very special shoes from a neighbouring world... and they have shoelaces. No one on Jambori has the faintest idea what to do with them. The ball is tonight and without help the Emperor risks causing a cosmic diplomatic disaster.</p><p>Luckily Earth has just the right expert: a space ranger-in-training who has recently mastered the art of tying laces.</p><p></p><p>Join Fred as he zooms past Jupiter lands in a colourful alien castle and teaches a puzzled emperor the magic of bunny ears and loops. Packed with imagination gentle humour and the joy of everyday achievements <em>Space Ranger Fred and The Shoelace Adventure</em> celebrates confidence curiosity and the belief that even small skills can save the day.</p><p></p><p>For young readers who love adventure-with a sprinkle of silliness and a whole galaxy of fun.</p>