Children’s / Teenage general interest: Communities, places and peoples

Book SynopsisJames Maclaine has written books about meerkats, general knowledge and manners, come up with countless drawing, doodling and colouring ideas, and devised puzzles and things to do for a range of activity books. His Junior Illustrated Thesaurus is the book that he wishes he'd had as a child.

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Book SynopsisFrom the brains behind Brain Quest comes the 2nd edition of the revolutionary World history study guide. Updated to include recent history and revised to reflect a more complete, balanced recounting of historical events.Big Fat Notebooks offer the support of a knowledgeable teacher in the form of an approachable peer-the notes of the smartest kid in class. Everything You Need to Ace World History in One Big Fat Notebook is the same indispensable resource so many students depend on, updated with new and improved content exploring ancient civilizations, indigenous cultures, social movements, war, colonialism, imperialism, and more! The revised edition provides a thoughtful, nuanced recounting of global historical events that de-centers Western, Indo-European perspectives.The Big Fat Notebooks meet Common Core State Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and state history standards, and are vetted by National and State Teacher of the Year Award-winning teachers. They make learning fun, and are the perfect next step for every kid who grew up on Brain Quest.

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Book SynopsisLong-listed for the UKLA 2023 Book Awards for Children’s Fiction. A beautifully illustrated and presented intergenerational graphic novel that follows 11-year-old Benji and his elderly grandmother, Bubbe Rosa, as they traverse Brooklyn and Manhattan, gathering the ingredients for a Friday night dinner. Praise for Alte Zachen ''The graphic novel format brilliantly allows us to see Bubbe in both her present and her past, allowing the reader to better understand her in all her cranky, opinionated grandeur, along with her sweet, caring grandson, Benji. A wonderful intergenerational story about the value of old things.” -- Marissa Moss, Children's Book Author & Illustrator ''To outsiders, Benji’s Bubbe is just a crabby old lady. To the boy, and eventually to us, she becomes a vulnerable figure deserving of great tenderness. “Alte Zachen” is less ambitious and searing than Art Spiegelman’s “Maus,” but like that graphic novel it expands our understanding of the gulf that can exist between generations, particularly those divided by catastrophe''. -- Wall Street Journal ‘’Bubbe is a delight and the love and patience Benji shows for her is so uplifting. This is award-winning storytelling’’. -- Books for Keeps ''A powerful and affecting story from author and publisher Ziggy Hanaor, with atmospheric illustrations from Benjamin Phillips''. -- Centre for Literacy in Primary Education Bubbe’s relationship with the city is complex & nothing is quite as she remembered it and she feels alienated and angry at the world around her. Benji, on the other hand, looks at the world, and his grandmother, with clear-eyed acceptance. As they wander the city, we catch glimpses of Bubbe’s childhood in Germany, her young adulthood in 1950s Brooklyn, and her relationships; first with a baker called Gershon, and later with successful Joe, Benji’s grandfather. Gradually we piece together snippets of Bubbe’s life, gaining an insight to some of the things that have formed her cantankerous personality. The journey culminates on the Lower East Side in a moving reunion between Rosa and Gershon, her first love. As the sun sets, Benji and his Bubbe walk home over the Williamsburg Bridge to make dinner. This is a powerful, affecting and deceptively simple story of Jewish identity, of generational divides, of the surmountability of difference and of a restless city and its inhabitants.

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Book SynopsisDavid Beckham's footballing career was one of iconic moments and interesting haircuts. From being Manchester United's golden boy to an international sensation, this beloved English footballer was unlike any other player. After all, nobody can bend it like Beckham.

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An investigative history course directly accessible to all pupils at Key Stage 3.

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Book SynopsisA brilliantly fun search-and-find puzzle book for children from 6+, developed in consultation with the British Museum.Tom's not only lost in time, he's lost his cat, too! Can you find Tom and his naughty cat, Digby, across the pages? Packed with detailed artwork, fascinating renaissance Florence facts and over 100 other things to find - from an apprentice working on a sculpture to a juggler at a carnival ball - lose yourself in Michelangelo's Italy with this brilliantly interactive book! The perfect book for fans of Where's Wally!Filled with stylish artwork by award-winning illustrator Fatti Burke.Most of the places mentioned in this book still exist in Florence today! Why not follow the story and explore where Tom visits?Have you read Tom's other adventures? Find Tom in Time: Ancient Egypt, Ancient Rome, Ming Dynasty China, and Ancient Greece

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Book SynopsisA brilliantly fun search-and-find puzzle book for children from 6+, developed in consultation with the British Museum.Tom's not only lost in time, he's lost his cat, too! Can you find Tom and his naughty cat, Digby, across the pages? Packed with detailed artwork, fascinating ancient Greek facts and over 100 other things to find - from a philosopher giving a speech to an athlete who has dropped their javelin - lose yourself in ancient Greece with this brilliantly interactive book! The perfect book for fans of Where's Wally!Filled with stylish artwork by award-winning illustrator Fatti Burke.Now in paperback!Have you read Tom's other adventures? Find Tom in Time: Ancient Egypt, Ancient Rome and Ming Dynasty China

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Book SynopsisFilled with images showing different aspects of the Diwali festival of lights, from families enjoying sparklers and gifts to scenes of Diwali sweets and temple offerings, rangoli patterns and diya lamps. Just brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an uplifting array of vivid colours. A mess-free way to keep children busy. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.

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Book SynopsisA vibrant celebration of things that go, with a lively text from author Moira Butterfield and pictures from debut-talent Bryony Clarkson.Come and hitch a ride in vehicles of every shape and size from family cars to double-decker buses, chugging tractors to speedy supercars, and gigantic monster-trucks to noisy fire engines. With bounce-along rhythms and fascinating facts from author Moira Butterfield, and bright, lively pictures by rising star Bryony Clarkson, any single reading of My Big Book of Transport is sure to result in a victory lap or two!Trade Reviewa stylish, rhyming celebration of things that go * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisA colouring book for budding artists. It features black and white drawings of many of the main sights to be seen in London, from buildings and people, to statues and transport. It includes line drawings that allow the readers to colour them in their own style. Each picture is accompanied by simple but interesting facts about London.

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Book SynopsisA gloriously illustrated celebration of trailblazing women. Women in Science highlights the contributions of fifty notable women to the STEM fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics, from both the ancient and modern worlds. The book also contains fascinating infographics and an illustrated scientific glossary. The extraordinary women profiled include well-known figures like the physicist and chemist Marie Curie, as well as lesser-known pioneers such as Katherine Johnson, the African-American mathematician who calculated the trajectory of the Apollo 11 mission to the moon. Women in Science celebrates the achievements of the intrepid women who have paved the way for the next generation of female engineers, biologists, mathematicians, doctors, astronauts, physicists and beyond ...Trade ReviewThis is most definitely a book to be read by your daughters and your sons and one which is sure to inspire a future generation of 'Women In Science'. * The Bookbag *Readers will find a wide variety of nationalities, ethnic backgrounds, orientations and social classes. Girls will find someone who looks like them. Hooray! And it's not just a selection of the usual suspects either - Marie Curie is here, yes, but so are less famous women who were and are no less pioneering and brilliant. ...... and you know, Women in Science is also beautiful. Ignofotsky is a graphic designer and she has produced here not just beautiful illustrations that draw the eye and persuade it to linger, but also a great density of information distilled into nuggets of wonderful clarity. I could look at this book for hours. I wish I could have owned it as a child because I just know I would have returned to it over and over again.Highly, highly recommended. * The Bookbag *A fascinating and superbly presented book * Parents In Touch *I am in love with this book ... all girls should have a copy * Waterstones.com *Gorgeously illustrated ... Ignotofsky introduces us to a succession of extraordinary individuals * Teach Primary *A wonderful celebration of pioneering female scientists ... truly inspirational * South Wales Evening Post *A wonderful celebration of the achievements of the intrepid women from both the ancient and the modern worlds ... Inspiring and informative * Surrey Advertiser *Thoroughly inspiring and informative: a must for every child * Book Trust *Women in Science - what an absolutely beautiful AND brilliant book! * Cherry Healey *A stunning book celebrating the contributions of 50 trailblazing women. * Little London *The history of science is full of the achievements of women scientists and they are celebrated in this fascinating book which will be an inspiration to all young people looking to a career in science - and will hopefully encourage those who still feel science is a man's world. * Parents In Touch *One of the attractions of this book is the sheer variety of women represented. It is inspirational for any young child to see the contribution of female talent to so many significant scientific advances. * The Carousel *This is a treasury of fascinating information beautifully illustrated. A book that will inspire future generations of women scientists, the secret to success remains the same, "creativity, persistence and a love of discovery were the greatest tools these women had. * Royal Society *With short, inspiring stories and the accessibility of a graphic novel, Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed The World is the perfect book to share with the science- and tech-minded people (male and female, young and old) in your life ... The must-read, girl-power STEM book. * InStyle.com *The book is a beautifully curated collection of personal narratives from female scientists from a wide variety of backgrounds and disciplines, with a dash of whimsy thrown in. * Upworthy *If there were constellations celebrating the incredible accomplishments of women in science, Rachel Ignotofsky's illustrations would serve as the blueprints. Women in Science captures the joy of so many essential discoveries while also celebrating the extraordinary lives of the women who've achieved them. -- Rachel Swaby, author of Headstrong: 52 Women Who Changed Science and the WorldThough the number of women working in Science, Technology, Engineering and Manufacture (STEM) is slowly on the increase, there is still a huge abscence of women pursuing jobs within the sector today. And that is exactly why young readers need a book like Women in Science! Ignotofsky explores a subject matter that is not only relevant but, in my opinion, essential for inspiring the next generation of female pioneers for the future. What I love most about the look and feel of this book is that it uses colorful infographics. It is, in no way, prissy or feminine. And with a real mixed bag of over fifty women discussed, with more mentioned at the back, you can't help but read it and think how great an addition it would be to any school library. * The School Librarian *Table of Contents 6: Introduction 8: Hypatia 10: Maria Sibylla Merian 12: Wang Zhenyi 14: Mary Anning 16: Ada Lovelace 18: Elizabeth Blackwell 20: Hertha Ayrton 22: Karen Horney 24: Nettie Stevens 26: Florence Bascom 28: Marie Curie 30: Mary Agnes Chase 32: Timeline 34: Lise Meitner 36: Lillian Gilbreth 38: Emmy Noether 40: Edith Clarke 42: Marjory Stoneman Douglas 44: Alice Ball 46: Gerty Cori 48: Joan Beauchamp Procter 50: Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin 52: Barbara McClintock 54: Maria Goeppert-Mayer 56: Grace Hopper 58: Rachel Carson 60: Lab tools 62: Rita Levi-Montalcini 64: Dorothy Hodgkin 66: Chien-Shiung Wu 68: Hedy Lamarr 70: Mamie Phipps Clark 72: Gertrude Elion 74: Katherine Johnson 76: Jane Cooke Wright 78: Rosalind Franklin 80: Rosalyn Yalow 82: Esther Lederberg 84: Statistics in STEM 86: Vera Rubin 88: Annie Easley 90: Jane Goodall 92: Sylvia Earle 94: Valentina Tereshkova 96: Patricia Bath 98: Christiane Nusslein-Volhard 100: Jocelyn Bell Burnell 102: Sau Lan Wu 104: Elizabeth Blackburn 106: Katia Krafft 108: Mae Jemison 110: May-Britt Moser 112: Maryam Mirzakhani 114: More women in science 116: Conclusion 118: Glossary 120: Sources 122: Acknowledgements 124: About the author 126: Index

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR AT THE NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS 2018 & THE SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER 1 BESTSELLER (April 2018) ___________'This book can save lives. This book can change lives. This book can help to bring forth another generation of boys who dare to be different.' Benjamin Zephaniah___________Daniel Radcliffe, Galileo Galilei, Nelson Mandela, Louis Armstrong, Grayson Perry, Louis Braille, Lionel Messi, King George VI, Jamie Oliver... all dared to be different.Prince charming, dragon slayer, mischievous prankster... More often than not, these are the role-models boys encounter in the books they read at home and at school. As a boy, there is an assumption that you will conform to a stereotypical idea of masculinity.But what if you're the introvert kind? What if you prefer to pick up a book rather than a sword? What if you want to cry when you're feeling sad or angry? What if you like the idea of wearing a dress?There is an ongoing crisis with regards to young men and mental health, with unhelpful gender stereotypes contributing to this malaise. Stories for Boys Who Dare to Be Different offers a welcome alternative narrative. It is an extraordinary compilation of 100 stories of famous and not-so-famous men from the past to the present day, every single one of them a rule-breaker and innovator in his own way, and all going on to achieve amazing things. Entries include Frank Ocean, Salvador Dalí, Rimbaud, Beethoven, Barack Obama, Stormzy, Ai Weiwei and Jesse Owens - different sorts of heroes from all walks of life and from all over the world.A beautiful and transporting book packed with stories of adventure and wonderment, it will appeal to those who need the courage to reject peer pressure and go against the grain. It is the must-have book for all those boys who worry about stuff and all those parents who worry about their boys who worry about stuff. It will educate and entertain, while also encourage and inspire.*For tales of even more brilliant men who have dared to be different, STORIES FOR BOYS WHO DARE TO BE DIFFERENT 2 is out now!*Trade ReviewThis book can save lives. This book can change lives. This book can help to bring forth another generation of boys who dare to be different. * Benjamin Zephaniah *[The stories] coalesce into a rousing symphony of against-the-odds achievement. * Financial Times *[This] will help to inspire a younger generation to understand that you don't have to be tough, strong and a dragon killer to be worthwhile. * Stylist *Offer[s] a refreshing twist . . . and will encourage young boys to resist the gender stereotypes that can damage men as much as women. * Daily Express *

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Book SynopsisPart of the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Harriet Tubman, the Underground Railroad conductor who 'never lost a single passenger.' Little Harriet was born into slavery on a plantation in Maryland. Though life was hard, Harriet persisted. She used all of her strength and bravery to escape slavery and journey north on the Underground Railroad. Harriet made the dangerous mission back to the South many times, fighting her whole life to bring others with her to freedom. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the abolitionist's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS! Trade Review“Strikingly illustrated, they’re superb first biographies for younger readers.” * The Huffington Post *“The kind of books that adults will covet and collect as well… The language and structure is simple enough for young readers, while a biographical timeline at the end of each book offers greater historical complexity” * The Irish TImes *“A QUIRKY kids biography series“ * The Voice *

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Book SynopsisThis is a fascinating introduction to philosophy that will stretch your brain, challenge your problem-solving skillsand leave you totally weirded out. In this book we'll attempt to answer questions such asAre you in a video game right now?If your body is constantly changing, are you still you?Would you rather be a happy pig or an unhappy human?If these questions sound weird to you, well, it's only going to get weirder from here. By the end of the book you may be wondering whether you actually exist at all. Which would officially make you a philosopher!From Plato's cave to Descartes' I think therefore I am, this book will introduce you to some of the weirdest ever philosophical thoughts and encourage you to think up some answers of your own. And it's packed with funny stories and cartoons, as well as silly quizzes that will test your knowledge and tickle your funny bone.Written by philosophy lecturer Dr Brandon Robshaw, this mindboggling guide to philosophy is perfect for kids aged 912.

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Book SynopsisA celebration of the wonders of nature and life—all waiting for you to discover when you spend a day in the park!With its chirping birds, bounding dogs, and flickering fireflies, a day at the park bursts with life—from sunrise to sunset to sunrise. Though no more than some acres in a big city, the park still hums with the richness, variety, and mystery of the natural world.This picture book was inspired by artist Robert Salmieri's love for Prospect Park in Brooklyn, NY. With a mixed media technique including collage and painting, each spread reveals the variety of activity and moods that he observed at different times and different locations in the park. He hopes that this book will inspire young readers to seek out and enjoy nature and wildlife everywhere it is found, from the smallest towns to the biggest cities.

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Book SynopsisBe bold like Boudicca, as adventurous as Amelia Earhart and super sporty like Usain Bolt! Inspire little minds as you explore the achievements and lives of key figures from the past and present. How did Galileo make important discoveries and how did Frida Kahlo overcome hardship? This series will inspire you to be whatever you want to be.

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Book SynopsisPublishing for the 75th anniversary of the Partition of India in August 2022, this book is a unique exploration of the rich and complicated history of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Britain.There are many ways of telling the same story, and how you tell it depends on your point of view. Some stories are so complicated, or difficult to explain, that they're not often told at all. Like the story of how a company ended up running a country, or how one man drawing a line on a map could change the lives of millions of people forever.This book aims to piece together the interesting, surprising, and sometimes very sad story of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Britain, and how these countries have shaped one another over the centuries. From exploring the vast empires and amazing inventions of ancient India, to revealing the challenges faced by South Asian migrants to Britain - or celebrating the amazing culture, innovations, inventions, and achievements of British people of South Asian heritage today - this book shows how the past, present and future of these four countries will always be intertwined.Written by Donna and Vikesh Amey Bhatt who were inspired to write this book for their two young sons, with consultancy by Rajbir Hazelwood, historian of South Asia and Modern Britain, Lands of Belonging includes an exploration of the impact of British rule over India (India, Pakistan and Bangladesh were all one country at the time), from the foundation of the East India Company to India's involvement in supporting Britain during both World Wars, to India's fight for independence and the British government's decision to Partition the country, resulting in the largest migration of people in history.

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Book SynopsisAn Observer Picture Book of the Year A Read for Empathy Collection Choice, chosen by EmpathyLab A cinematic journey through the Seoul subway that masterfully portrays the many unique lives we travel alongside whenever we take the train. A poetic translation of the bestselling Korean picture book. Accompanied by the constant, rumbling ba-dum ba-dum of its passage through the city, the subway has stories to tell. Between sunrise and sunset, it welcomes and farewells people, and holds them — along with their joys, hopes, fears, and memories — in its embrace. Originally published in Korean and brought to English-speaking audiences with the help of renowned translator Deborah Smith (The Vegetarian), I Am the Subway vividly reflects the shared humanity that can be found in crowded metropolitan cities. ★ ‘[S]ensitive, closely observed portraits.’ —Publishers Weekly ★ ‘A contemplative, poignant rendering of everyday journeys.’ —Kirkus Reviews ★ ‘[B]eautiful and unusual.’ —Youth Services Book Review ★ ‘Bewitching.’ —Foreword Reviews ★ ‘A poetic tribute to Seoul and its people, I Am the Subway makes for an unforgettable journey.’ —BookPageTrade Review‘This is one of the finest picture-book portraits of city life that I have ever read, and a beautiful reminder that humans the world over share many of the same worries and emotions, and the same daily rhythms.’ -- Imogen Carter * The Observer *‘In this beautiful and unusual book, first-person narration by a subway tells us all about the regulars who ride its cars in busy Seoul each day. The free-verse passages by the empathetic transportation system have a rhythmic style that recalls the rocking of the cars. Meanwhile, its regular riders each get a short passage to tell their own stories…This book perfectly encapsulates the wonder of crowds; how what looks like a seething mass (on what we learn is one of the world’s largest underground systems), is made up of individuals with unique and touching stories.’ -- Susan Harari * Youth Services Book Review starred review *‘In this picture book, a subway train shares intimate stories while ferrying passengers around Seoul … Watercolour washes establish figures and shapes at once suggestive and formalistic; artful lines and gradations detail features, facial expressions, and hairstyles, defining unique human beings amid a sea of anonymity … A contemplative, poignant rendering of everyday journeys.’ * Kirkus Reviews, starred review *‘A bestselling Korean picture book is translated to bring this entrancing tale of ‘the unique lives of strangers you might never meet again’ to a new audience. Told from the perspective of the Seoul subway, the story peels back layers on the people who board, reminding us that everyone we encounter has a story we don’t know. Bewitching.’ * Foreword starred review *‘This is a love song, a poem to a means of transportation, an excuse to talk about a beloved city and a true invitation to get to meet the people of Seoul, getting to know their names, their joys, their hopes, and of course, the stations they come to and from.’ * Geek Dad *‘[A] celebration of humanity, diversity, and people of all walks of life.’ * Books Grow Minds *‘Journey through the Seoul subway as it ba-dum, ba-dums across the city and dip into the many lives that rely on it each day. Striking the perfect balance of being a universal story while staying deeply rooted in its sense of place, any reader who uses public transportation regularly will see echoes of their experiences in the crowded train cars. The illustrations, soft and expressive, are an important layer to the reading experience, adding more details and colours as the individual stories of each passenger unfolds.’ -- Stephanie Heinz, bookseller at Print Bookstore‘Having lived in South Korea for a couple years I am so happy to read this beautiful celebration of the small moments that happen everyday all around us in the most mundane yet fantastic of places.’ -- Ryan Kimmett, bookseller at Kismet Books‘The subway leads the reader on a journey of the heart, experiencing each new arrival with their story and thus their humanity. Poetic and powerful, this book has led me on not only a journey through Seoul but the experience of moments in the day and a connection to each rider.’ -- Jesica Sweedler-DeHart, librarian at Neill Public Library‘Splendid...Kim’s eloquent, fine-lined watercolour illustrations capture the commuters’ humanity and the beauty in what might otherwise be dismissed as mundane… A poetic tribute to Seoul and its people, I Am the Subway makes for an unforgettable journey.’ -- Julie Danielson * BookPage, starred review *‘Poetic … an enchanting exploration of shared experience through travel … The delicate watercolour paintings perfectly encapsulates the mechanical microcosm of the subway where colours are used to transport the reader into the complex and fascinating lives of the passengers that frequent the train, accentuating that what makes life interesting is the people you share it with.’ -- Fiona Buckley * Irish Examiner *‘A rhythmic, soothing journey that celebrates the unique lives of passing strangers and the transience of the transit experience… luscious and lovely… The watercolour technique of translucent people coming into colour as the train ‘meets’ them is fascinating, and a semi-anthropomorphised narrator who has known some of its passengers since they were born and can recognise others by their shoes alone is captivating and wholly original.’ -- Becca Worthington * Booklist *‘Dazzling … A gorgeous celebration of Seoul and its people.’ * Waking Brain Cells *‘A poetic journey through the Korean subway.’ -- Imogen Carter * The Observer *‘One of the most beautiful books, and it’s narrated all by the actual subway! [A] lovely reminder that everyone we see in passing has a rich backstory.’ * The Tiny Activists *‘This poetic and quietly vivid day in the life of the Seoul subway is one of our absolute favourite books this year.’ -- Avery and Augustine, Books for Diversity‘Absolutely took my breath away … Expressive, tender, cinematic, and unique in so many ways - I've never really read a book like it before … Impossible not to walk away with a sense of wonder with each read.’ * Inclusive Storytime *‘A gorgeous picture book about the lives and thoughts of subway goers. It’s an imaginative picture book that’s beautifully illustrated … an excellent read aloud.’ * Baby Librarians *‘Beautifully highlights how all of us have our own unique story and how public transport brings with it a shared humanity that helps all of those stories intersect whether we realise it or not.’ * Kid Lit is Magic *‘Brilliant … With creamy, cinematic illustrations, this read offers a portrait of individual everyday journeys, reflecting our shared humanity even in the most crowded of metropolitan areas.’ * Mai Story Book Library *‘Magnificent … Kim insightfully acknowledges "the unique lives of strangers you might never meet again" on spread after spectacular watercolour spread, the diverse passengers each caught in a single moment in time … Lucky readers, climb aboard: extraordinary explorations await.’ -- Terry Hong * Shelf Awareness, starred review *‘[S]ensitive, closely observed portraits of Seoul’s subway passengers … in this quiet treasure of a tale, every person in the crowd has a story, a family they love, and dreams they cherish.’ * Publishers Weekly, starred review *‘I Am the Subway encourages us to think about the strangers around us and feel empathy toward them … Watercolour artwork captures both the bustling character of Seoul and the strange, liminal nature of a subway train making it unique and full of personality — perfect for a book that personifies the subway itself.’ * GeekMom *‘The illustrations in I Am the Subway are wonderful, so colourful and detailed, any child will just want to look and look at them. The soft paper makes the delicate water colours even more captivating, like the deeply blue sea Granny has swum in, the cobbler with lots of shoes to repair and the fabulous, brilliant illustration of Na-yoon’s city. This is a glorious book, one to love and cherish and read over and over again.’ -- Gwen Grant * Armadillo Magazine *‘[A] poetic journey through the Korean subway, narrated by the train itself.’ -- The Guardian, best children's books of 2022

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Book SynopsisWho Do You Think You Are? meets You Choose! in this inclusive picture book that opens up discussions about what makes us who we are.Perfect for ages 3+, this is a joyful celebration of all the pieces, places and people that make us who we are. It is a wonderful way to get children thinking about and learning about their own families, and also opening up discussions about all of the other pieces that come together to make us all unique: from our friends and food we eat, to activities we get up to and the places we go.Children will enjoy finding out more about themselves and their families, and thinking about other families and friends who are similar or different to their own.How do you do! Have you come far?WHO DO YOU ACTUALLY THINK THAT YOU ARE?What's going on? What's this about?Just turn the page, we're going to find out!Turn the pages of this book and discover all the things that make you YOU!Smriti Halls is published in over 30 languages and has written several award winning pictuTrade Review‘A jaunty, rhyming, colourful celebration of all the things […] that make us unique’ Metro (Best children’s books to buy for kids of every age for Christmas 2021 feature)

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Book SynopsisOne of The Guardian's Best New Children's Books for Summer 2018.Longlisted for the North Somerset Teachers' Book Award.Instead of just studying history, let's think about HerStory too! In this uplifting and inspiring book, children can learn about 50 intrepid women from around the world and throughout history. Telling the stories of their childhood, the challenges they faced and the changes they made, each gorgeously illustrated spread is a celebration of girl power in its many forms. With a range of pioneering careers - from astronauts to activists, musicians to mathematicians and many more - young readers will be inspired to follow their own dreams and to make the world a better place. Compelling, motivating and brilliantly illustrated in equal measure, this is the perfect introduction to just some of the amazing women who have shaped our world.List of women featured: Elizabeth I, Joan of Arc, Indira Gandhi, Theresa Kachindamoto, Empress Wu Zetian, Harriet Tubman, Boudicca, Hatshepsut, Isabella I of Castile, Sacagawea, Frida Kahlo, Beatrix Potter, Coco Chanel, Billie Holiday, Anna Pavlova, Mirabai, Maya Angelou, Georgia O'Keeffe, Emily Bronte, Sarah Bernhardt, Florence Nightingale, Helen Keller, Anne Sullivan, Mary Seacole, Shirin Ebadi, Maria Montessori, Mother Teresa, Wangari Maathai, Elizabeth Blackwell, Eva Peron, Marie Curie, Rachel Carson, Ada Lovelace, Hypatia, Rosalind Franklin, Mary Anning, Katherine Johnson, Dorothy Hodgkin, Dian Fossey, Valentina Tereshkova, Malala Yousafzai, Rigoberta Menchu, Amelia Earhart, Hannah Szenes, Rosa Parks, Noor Inayat Khan, Emmeline Pankhurst, Cathy Freeman, Sophie Scholl, Anne Frank.This is a lush non-fiction collection with beautiful illustrations, photos and interesting facts. Herstory celebrates fearless women from all over the world, and is sure to inspire young girls and women everywhere.

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Book SynopsisThis sticker activity book is the perfect way of learning about London! With puzzles to complete, pictures to colour in, mazes to find your way through - and, of course, hundreds of stickers to use!- Can you draw your own dinosaur that could live in Crystal Palace Park?- Can you decorate Buckingham Palace using stickers?- Or how about finding your way through the London Underground maze?Whether you''re planning a sight-seeing trip around the captial, searching for a souvenir or just looking for something to keep your child occupied, the activities in this book will guarantee hours of fun!

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Book SynopsisAll the most horrible facts about the Groovy Greeks ready for readersto uncover, including why girls ran about naked pretending tobe bears, who had the world's first flushing toilet and why dedicateddoctors tasted their patients' ear wax. These bestsellingtitles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generation of TerryDeary fans.

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Book SynopsisKids can test their knowledge of Planet Earth with these 100 geography-themed crosswords, covering everything from animals and plants to cities, countries, rivers, mountains and volcanoes. The puzzles gradually grow more challenging throughout the book, and all the answers are at the back.

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Book SynopsisEverything Ireland - a celebration of the Irish people, their richculture and fascinating history.

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Book SynopsisEdson Arantes do Nascimento, better known as Pelé, scored over 1,000 goals throughout his career, won the World Cup three times and inspired thousands to play the beautiful game. An accurate and powerful player, he took football to new and extraordinary heights.

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Book Synopsis'Spellbinding ... a pitch-perfect treasure' LoveReading4Kids Set your sails east with this stunningly original new history of the world. Peter Frankopan, number one bestselling author and historian, explores the connections made by people, trade, disease, war, religion, adventure, science and technology in this extraordinary book about how the east married the west with a remarkable voyage at its heart – the journey along the Silk Roads. From ancient world laws laid down by King Hammurabi and the mighty Persian empire, to terrifying huns, the rise of Europe, two world wars and politics today, The Silk Roads illustrated edition moves through time and history sewing together the threads from different peoples, empires and continents into a phenomenal history of the globe. With stories from each and every corner of society, Frankopan’s magnificent brand new text based on his literary triumph The Silk Roads, sumptuously illustrated by Neil Packer, is a must-have world history. ‘An extraordinarily vivid book on an often-neglected corner of history’ Inis Reading Guide ‘Not just children, but people of any age will find this book an absorbing read’ New York Journal of Books ‘Peter Frankopan’s text is pitched at exactly the right level for children to read and for adults to share with them. The illustrations of Neil Packer are completely captivating … this is a perfect marriage and a book to treasure’ Armadillo magazine ‘Studded with stylish, evocative illustrations from Neil Packer … this is an ambitious account that nevertheless tackles big themes in a friendly, accessible way’ History Revealed magazine

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Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.The Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela, a Level 2 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework. Sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the future tenses wi

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Book SynopsisWhat happens inside a farm? Lift the flaps to find out what a busy farmer and her family do throughout the year, from milking cows and shearing sheep to hosting an open day, running a farm shop and welcoming guests for 'pick your own'. The book gives children an insight into daily life on a family-run farm, as every member of the family works together to keep the farm running.

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Book Synopsis''Naomi Klein''s work has always moved and guided me. She is the great chronicler of our age of climate emergency, an inspirer of generations'' - GRETA THUNBERGThe first book for younger readers by internationally bestselling social activist Naomi Klein: the most authoritative and inspiring book on climate change for young people yet.Warming seas. Superstorms. Fires in the Amazon. The effects of climate change are all around us.Reforestation. School-strikes for climate change. Young people are saving the world and you can join them because you deserve better. Are you ready to change everything?Includes notes on the COVID-19 pandemic, 2020, and how you can get involved to make the world a safer and better place.From the Great Barrier Reef to Hurricane Katrina to school environmental policies to Greta Thunberg - climate change impacts every aspect of the world you live in and

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Book SynopsisThe polar bear is known by many names in different languages—White Bear, Ice Bear, Sea Bear. It is Sailor of the Icebergs, Whale''s Curse, Seal''s Dread. It is the animal deserving of great respect, the Ever-wandering One, the Master of Helping Spirits, Grandfather, or God''s Dog. Whatever its name, what is certain is that this majestic, Arctic animal is threatened by extinction and in need of human protection before it disappears from our world forever.

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Book Synopsis "In our evermore hectic and overwhelming world, Stories for Kids Who Dare to be Different is refreshing proof that dreams do come true and that it is ok to be different. An inspiring read for any young person, particularly those struggling to find their place in the world." Megan Hine_______Björk, Dr Seuss, Whoopi Goldberg, Andy Warhol, Ellen MacArthur, Greta Gerwig, Andrea Bocelli, Hua Mulan ... these are men and women who all dared to be different. Boys will be boys and girls will be girls - or so the meaningless saying goes. Because what if you're a girl and you like cage fighting? Or you're a boy and you love ballet? And what if you've always dreamed of being a scientist but you can't see anyone who looks or sounds like you, and who has left a legacy - in the form of microscopes and Bunsen burners - for you to follow? This is the book for children who want to know about the lives of those heroes who have led the way, changing the world for the better as they go. Following the runaway success of Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different, parents asked for a celebration of role models of both genders for boys and girls within the same book. Stories for Kids Who Dare to Be Different is the answer. These are the extraordinary stories of 100 famous and not-so-famous men and women, every single one of them an inspiring pioneer and creative genius in their own way, who broke the mould and made their dreams come true. Like Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different, this is a beautifully illustrated, evocative and inspirational book of amazing stories of amazing people, that will delight sons and daughters, nephews and nieces, and give them the courage to be themselves.*For tales of even more brilliant people who have dared to be different, STORIES FOR BOYS WHO DARE TO BE DIFFERENT 2 is out now!*Trade ReviewIn our evermore hectic and overwhelming world, Stories for Kids Who Dare to be Different is refreshing proof that dreams do come true and that it is ok to be different. An inspiring read for any young person, particularly those struggling to find their place in the world. * Megan Hine *This book [Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different] can save lives. This book can change lives. This book can help to bring forth another generation of boys who dare to be different. * Benjamin Zephaniah *[The stories] coalesce into a rousing symphony of against-the-odds achievement. * Financial Times (Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different) *[Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different] will help to inspire a younger generation to understand that you don't have to be tough, strong and a dragon killer to be worthwhile. * Stylist *Offer[s] a refreshing twist . . . and will encourage young boys to resist the gender stereotypes that can damage men as much as women. * Daily Express (Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different) *

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Book SynopsisJoining the Our World series for very young readers, this board book with endnotes about daily life in Türkiye was created by a Turkish author and illustrator.

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Book SynopsisQueer Heroesis avibrantly illustratedbook of biographies celebrating the achievements of great LGBT artists, writers, innovators, athletes and activists.

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