Children’s / Teenage general interest: General knowledge

Book SynopsisPacked with fun, incredible and often downright disgusting facts about the animal world, this is a book that will both entertain and educate. With questions like: ‘What if people behaved like animals?’, ‘What if you had pop-up claws?’, ‘What if you could taste with your feet?’ and ‘What if your mum puked in your mouth?’. Curious kids will be able to entertain their friends and families for hours with the eye-opening animal facts on every page and Paul Moran's quirky illustrations will spark the imagination and inspire kids to think outside the realms of possibility.

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Book SynopsisWhat is dark matter? How fast could a T. rex run? How did Mary Queen of Scots keep her dying wishes secret from her enemies? Scientists and historians have discovered a lot about our past, our future and how the world works, but SO MUCH remains unknown. This exciting information book filled with 100 fascinating and mind-blowing facts explores the edges of human knowledge and the vast world of science just waiting to be uncovered.With eleven books to explore in this best-selling and award-winning series, there are over 1,100 facts to discover. Packed with bold, graphic illustrations and clear text, the series is perfect for dipping in and out of, and for sharing with family and friends.

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Book SynopsisJoin scientist Letizia Diamante to chomp your way through pages of facts about the most astonishing mouths, sharpest teeth, stretchiest cheeks and stickiest tongues in the animal kingdom.

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Book SynopsisFilled with over 200 incredible and totally awesome facts, and featuring hilarious artwork by Andrew Pinder, this fun, info-packed book will keep curious 9-year-olds entertained for hours on end.

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Book SynopsisYou'll never guess how your body fights germs or how dinosaurs fought each other, what kind of animal is named after Sir David Attenborough and what sunsets look like on Mars. All is revealed in this delightful collection of four books. A brilliant addition to any family bookshop, the Big Book of Things to Know contains amazing facts from Lots of things to know about Your Body, Space, Animals and Dinosaurs in a single volume bursting with vibrant illustrations and packed with quirky and surprising things to know.Clear, approachable text will spark young readers' curiosity and is perfect for fact-hungry children to share with family or impress their friends with.

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Book SynopsisIdeal for readers of 6+ with an interest in design and construction [] From treehouses to skyscrapers, timber to future tech, Clarke's well-judged text is heightened by Sae-Heng's bright, flat images. The GuardianGet designing and building with architect and TV presenter GEORGE CLARKE. From marvellous materials to future tech discover the stories behind our homes.Packed with fun, facts and challenges perfect for readers aged 6 to 9.Welcome to LITTLE EXPERTS inspiring the next generation of experts! Written by expert authors, famous for their passion and expertise Must-read introductions to key non-fiction topics with vibrant, colour illustrations throughout Created to empower and inspire!Also available in the series:Marvellous Vehicles by JAMES MAY, a writer and broadcaster who is best known for co-presenting Top Gear and The Grand Tour.Superhero Animals by CHRIS PACKHAM CBE, one of the UK's leading naturalists and an award-winning conservationist, who began his TV career presentinTrade Review'Perfect for a budding property mogul.’ – The Scotsman 'Each [Little Experts book] is beautifully illustrated and aimed at children aged six to nine, but equally educational for any adults reading along too.' – The Big Issue

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Book SynopsisDiscover all the answers to 50 big questions about the world in this gorgeous book, perfect for curious young readers. Where do stars go in the daytime? Do animals talk to each other? What are people made of? Questions pop into our heads all the time and every day. This beautifully-illustrated gift-book provides gentle, playful and easy-to-understand answers to 50 common questions about the wonderful world around you with words by bestselling author Moira Butterfield and artwork by exciting talent Cindy Wume

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Book SynopsisFactology: Ancient Egypt is a fact-packed introduction to this iconic time in history, presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics. Did you know that the pyramids of Giza were once covered in a white casing made of glimmering limestone that was so polished it would reflect the Sun's rays? Discover the truth about this early human civilisation: its ancient ways of life, rulers, rituals, mythology, animals and everyday people. This visually stunning history guide introduces the Egyptian gods and pharaohs, the mysteries of mummification, the great pyramids, the language of hieroglyphics, the world of Egyptian wildlife and much, much more! Each volume in the Factology series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to its subject, explaining key concepts and highlighting significant events in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining. The KS2 and KS3 school curriculum is consulted when devising each volume, to ensure that the books cover important educational topics, making them a perfect teaching aid for learning history and STEM subjects.

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Book SynopsisFull of hundreds of sensational facts these hilarious books make learning fun for everyone, not just six year olds. Find out about amazing animals, spectacular space, exciting events, awesome people, tricky technology and more in these fact-packed books.

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Book SynopsisLearn about the incredible life of Salvador Dalí, one of the pioneers of the Surrealism movement.Little Salvador was born in Figueres, Spain, in the shadow of the death of his elder brother. In his teenage years, he was introduced to Cubism and Surrealism, which had a profound effect on his life. After an education in fine art, he began a career as an artist. Many people doubted Salvador and found him and his work to be too eccentric, but he proved his doubters wrong by creating some of the most iconic and enduring artworks to have ever graced the world. Salvador''s life inspires generations of little creators to follow their own style. This powerful 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 artist''s life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explo

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Book SynopsisWelcome to FACTopia! A wonderland of crazily connected facts. Did you know that a squid has a brain shaped like a doughnut? Or that some butterflies drink turtle tears? Every Britannica-verified fact in the book is connected to the next in an ingenious trail of information. Hop from topic to topic in unexpected and hilarious ways, and discover extraordinary facts about space, bones, dinosaurs, goats, spiders, crocodiles, sharks, robots, Ancient Rome, kings and queens, pharaohs, and more. But there's not just one trail through these pages: sometimes your path branches and you can choose to jump to a totally different (but still connected) part of the book. Discover where your curiosity will take you! This wittily illustrated book is the perfect gift to inspire and delight curious kids. Trade Review"Choose your own path through a wonderland of amazing, exciting and sometimes downright silly facts in this brilliant new book." * The Week Junior Science + Nature *"There’s something for everyone in this compelling and highly readable mini-encyclopedia. This brightly illustrated small hardback is an ideal resource for children to dip into." -- Tom Tolkien * The School Reading List *"This coruscating cornucopia of extraordinary facts is truly a fun and fact-filled reading adventure." -- Pam Norfolk * Lancashire Evening Post *"Pupils can choose their own path through this dazzling world of information ... In a world of misinformation, it’s great to know that the 400 facts in this book have been verified by Encyclopaedia Britannica. With more than 300 witty illustrations and photos, and topics from space and dinosaurs to volcanoes and pharaohs covered, there should be something here for everyone.” * Teach Primary Magazine *"A wonderful compendium of facts … The book will surprise you and fascinate you. Fantastic fun for curious children aged 8+." -- Brenda Marshall * The English Association *

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Book SynopsisLearn that even animals have best friends in this follow-up to The Not Bad Animals. Someone that’s always there for them through thick and thin, to help them out with all of the usual things that friends do. You know, like picking ticks off your back, letting you know when a lion is about to make you its dinner and helping you hunt down some tasty prey.   The animal kingdom is full of odd couples that prove that sometimes it’s better to be together! Like the rhino and the African Oxpecker, the coyote and the badger, and the crocodile and the plover bird.   This funny and informative book is a great way to teach your kids about some of the more interesting partnerships in the natural world, with pop out fact boxes and hilarious illustrations. Uncover some unlikely friendships from the world of animals and discover how creatures get through every day with a little help from their frie

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Book SynopsisHow does the body protect itself from infections? What makes your tummy rumble? Are you taller at the beginning or end of the day?This extraordinary book actually takes you inside - and around - the human body to see how it works, with the help of some truly unique illustrations and some very small people! Explore your brain, your bones, and everything in between in incredible cross-section drawings of all the body systems. Inside each one are teams of tiny characters busy at work, and explaining what''s going on.Every page is packed with jaw-dropping facts. Did you know that the skin is your largest organ - in an adult it''s 2 sq m (22 sq ft). Have you ever thought about how heavy the brain is? Well, it''s about 1.4 kg (3 lb) and is crammed with 100 billion nerve cells that help you think and move. And by the time you turn 75, your heart will have pumped blood around your body 4,000 million times! With the challenge of finding two tiny explorers making their way through the body, learning about anatomy has never been so much fun!

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Book SynopsisGet up close to nature with naturalist and TV presenter CHRIS PACKHAM CBE and encounter the amazing animal superheroes that will help us save the world.What links whales, earthworms, dogs and wasps? They are all SUPERHERO ANIMALS! Explore the amazing creatures that will help us save the world with CHRIS PACKHAM CBE, one of the UK's leading naturalists and an award-winning conservationist. How does whale poo make the underwater world go round? Why are tiny ants so mighty? What makes bats heroes of the night? Find out all this and more!Packed with fun, facts and challenges perfect for readers aged 6 to 9.Welcome to LITTLE EXPERTS inspiring the next generation of experts! Written by expert authors, famous for their passion and expertise Must-read introductions to key non-fiction topics with colour illustrations throughout Created to empower and inspire!Also available in the series:How to Build a Home by GEORGE CLARKE, an architect, writer, lecturer and TV presenter.How Families Are Made by DR AMIR KHAN, an award-winning full-time GP and resident doctor on Lorraine and Good Morning Britain.Why Money Matters by DEBORAH MEADEN, entrepreneur, Dragons' Den investor and host of the BBC Radio 5 Live's The Big Green Money Show podcast.Amazing Bodies by DR RONX, award-winning trans non-binary emergency doctor and TV presenter.Marvellous Vehicles by JAMES MAY, a writer and broadcaster who is best known for co-presenting Top Gear and The Grand Tour.Why Politics Matters by ALASTAIR CAMPBELL, a writer, podcaster and strategist who is best known for his work as former PM Tony Blair's spokesperson.How to Save a Life by DR RONX, award-winning trans non-binary emergency doctor and TV presenter.Trade Review'Each [Little Experts book] is beautifully illustrated and aimed at children aged six to nine, but equally educational for any adults reading along too.' – The Big Issue

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Book Synopsis''Accessible and fun ... truly a kind of genius!'' Bill Bryson----Everything you thought you knew about your senses is wrong!How many senses do you have? I bet you said five. But you'd be wrong. You have THIRTY-TWO! This SENSE-ational human body book explores the thirty-two amazingly awesome, broccoli-hating, wee-sniffing senses that help you figure out the world around you. They tell you ...How some people can SMELL sickness,When you need to do a POO,And why words CAN actually hurt you!With bold and fun illustrations by John Devolle, this is the perfect book for kids that are curious about our bodies and how they work.

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Book SynopsisThis info-packed fact book is bursting with over 250 mind-blowing facts and fun illustrations.Did you know ...The biggest star discovered is 1,708 times wider than our Sun. Five billion of our Suns could fit inside it.Many prehistoric mammals were ancestors of familiar animals today - Mesohippus (the early horse) was the size of a sheep and had three toes!The book is split into 9 themed chapters, covering a range of topics from Giant Beasts and Tiny Life to Technology, Travel and Transport, with fascinating facts on every page. Each fact is brought to life by a fun illustration by cartoonist Andrew Pinder. With tons of awesome things to discover, this hilarious, info-packed book will keep kids laughing and learning for hours on end.Also available in the series:9781780559254 Awesome Facts for Curious Kids: 6 Year Olds9781780559261 Awesome Facts for Curious Kids: 7 Year Olds9781780559278 Awesome Facts for Curious Kids: 8 Year Olds9781837250653 Awesome Facts for Curious Kids: 9 Year Olds (August 2025)9781837250660 Awesome Facts for Curious Kids: 10 Year Olds (August 2025)

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Book SynopsisThe inspiring stories of 50 key figures in Great Britain's history, who had an impact on the ways we live, think and feel today.Throughout the centuries, the history of this small island nation has been shaped by the people who were born in Britain or arrived on its shores. From early Britons to modern pioneers, leaders, writers, athletes and activists, this country has contained a wealth of incredible talent, only made 'greater' by our history of immigration, integration and innovation.This beautiful large-format gift hardback features stunning full-colour artwork throughout. Each page spread is devoted to a tale of an incredible Briton, told by talented writer and children's book critic Imogen Russell Williams and brought to life by Sara Mulvanny's vivid illustration. Discover the enthralling and diverse stories of 50 brilliant Britons through the ages, from the warrior queen Boudicca of early Britain, who rose in revolt against the Romans, to activist Malala Yousafzai, who fights for every girl's right to an education today. The gripping tales include key figures from all areas of British life - science, medicine, entertainment, sports, activism and more.Featuring the inspirational lives and achievements of amazing people such as Florence Nightingale, Alan Turing, Mary Prince, Stormzy, Charles Darwin and Noor Inayat Khan, Great Britons is not only a celebration of our history as an island, but also as part of a far larger and greater world.

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Book SynopsisReaders can discover all the facts about the Savage Stone Age includingwhat they used instead of toilet paper, why a hole in theskull is good for headaches and how to make a Stone Age mummy. Refreshedwith a fantastic new design for 2016, these bestselling titlesare sure to be a huge hit with yet another generation of TerryDeary fans.

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Book SynopsisThe fun-filled quiz book that kids and the whole family will enjoyHave fun with family and friends with this book of brain-teasing riddles that will have everyone scratching their heads!I'm the world's fastest land animal. I can't climb trees. What am I?My eyes are bright, my chest is red, you might see me perched on your garden shed! What am I?My fur is black and white. I spray my enemies with a very smelly liquid. What am I?Packed with rhyming riddles, laugh out loud jokes, tricky teasers and tons of colourful photos they are sure to keep animal fans of all ages entertained!

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Book SynopsisFootball School Season 4 is part of the bestselling Football School series, which teaches you about the world through football, packed with superstar stories, fun facts and laugh-out-loud illustrations. Perfect for readers 7+ and recommended by the National Literacy Trust, BookTrust, the Premier League and parents and teachers.This book is packed with awesome true stories, real science and fascinating facts and will make you laugh loads and it''s all about football! Discover when robots play football, where the highest ever football match took place, how referees keep time in matches and what llamas and professional footballers have in common. With hilarious illustrations throughout and laugh-out-loud gags, this is the perfect book for football-mad children everywhere.We love this book series! Match of the Day WeeklyIntelligent, inspiring, funny Head of Education, Premier LeagueCollect the series!FootbalTrade ReviewIt’s a genius format that makes everything accessible and interesting, whether you really love football or not – it’s just a common pitch to spread everything across. The cartoon illustrations are silly and also keep the pages looking lively and inviting to reluctant readers. * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisKatie has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.Trade ReviewA good way to intrigue children and to get them guessing even before they lift the flap... the illustrations are both entertaining and informative, and the text is written simply and clearly, with an added touch of humour. This is the age when children are constantly questioning - capitalise on it by getting them a copy of this super book. * Parents in Touch *If you’ve ever scratched your head, furrowed your brow, stroked your chin, or said “let’s Google it” in response to your young one’s query, let Questions and Answers take the brain strain and relax in the knowledge you’re never too old for a fascinating fact. * curiousmum.co.uk *Inquisitive kids and puzzled parents alike will love Lift-the-Flap Questions and Answers. * curiousmum.co.uk *

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Book SynopsisChildren love to learn secret codes and write encrypted messages and this book will teach them everything they need to know, including Semaphore and Morse code, Grid code used in the American Civil War, Egyptian hieroglyphics and traditional number replacement and alphabet switching codes.

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Book SynopsisFactology: Bugs is a fact-packed introduction to insects presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics. Did you know that 90% of all animal species on Earth are insects? For 400 million years bugs have thrived on Earth and in this full-to-bursting volume we're introducing you to lots of them! From web-spinning arachnids to masters of camouflage like the stick insect, get ready to meet all sorts of incredible invertebrates. This visually stunning science guide explores the evolution of insects, their life cycles, special skills, habitats and importance for the wellbeing of our entire planet, as well as showing you how to make a bug hotel, plus much, much more! Each volume in the Factology series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to its subject, explaining key concepts and highlighting significant events in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining. The KS2 and KS3 school curriculum is consulted when devising each volume, to ensure that the books cover important educational topics, making them a perfect teaching aid for learning history and STEM subjects.

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Book SynopsisSilly scenarios and questions for guaranteed family fun!Have fun with family and friends with this interactive game book, bursting with 200 side-splittingly funny scenarios, silly choices and thought-provoking questions all about the world. With no right or wrong answers, it's the game that everyone will enjoy!Would you rather travel by gondola or toboggan?Do the salsa or the Highland fling?Eat the world's stinkiest fruit or the hottest chilli?Jam-packed with brain-busting facts and tons of colourful photos it is sure to get conversations going and bring out some hilarious answers!

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Book SynopsisDive beneath the waves with this fun search and find fact book from National Geographic Kids.

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Book SynopsisHORRIBLE HISTORIES GRUESOME GUIDES: DUBLIN takes his readers on agore-tastic tour of the streets of Dublin, exposing all of its mostscurrilous secrets. Tourists can plot their path to the past- picnic with pirates at St Stephen's Green, creep around the cruelcathedrals and then head to dreadful Dublin castle.

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Book SynopsisAn exciting, laugh-a-minute guide to every Olympic and Paralympic sport - updated for the 2024 Paris Olympics!From boxing to boccia, find out just what it takes to become an Olympic and Paralympic star in this hilariously informative guide to the games.

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Book SynopsisSo you think everyday life is boring?! Hoo-ee, are you wrong! There'sso much EXTRAORDINARY science going on from the minute you wakeup to when you go to sleep. While you're asleep, too. Dara OBriain, takes you on a journey from the comfort of your favouritechair to the incredible science behind your everyday life and oninto the future!

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Book SynopsisThe perfect companion or introduction to the highly successful Big Nate books. Packed with laughs and 224 pages of creative activities this book is great value for money. Big Nate is created by Lincoln Peirce, who inspired Jeff Kinney, author of Diary of a Wimpy Kid'.Nate is BIG and he's only going to get BIGGER. As you might expect from the boy-genius, Nate's activity book is set to surpass all others with 224 pages of word puzzles, drawing games, brain-bending quizzes and lots and lots of laughs.Readers can get hands-on and create their own comics, test their Big Nate knowledge and laugh at weird and wacky facts such as the wildest world records ever. With fresh, exciting content on each page the Big Nate Boredom Buster lives up to its name.Trade Review“Lincoln Peirce is one of my cartooning heroes, and BIG NATE ranks as a comics classic. Year in and year out, Big Nate is among the best comics on the funny page.”Jeff Kinney, author of ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’.

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Book SynopsisPack your brain with over 100 of the yuckiest facts and trivia from around the world!From yucky germs to animals who clean the snot out of their noses with their tongues, you'll find everything you need to know about the silliest, most disgusting facts within the pages of this fun-filled book. Don't read this while you're eatingFully illustrated throughout!Look out for more Amazing Facts books:Amazing Facts Every 6 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 7 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 8 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 9 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 10 Year Old Needs to Know

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Book SynopsisPack your brain with football fun and trivia funny, fact-filled and fully illustrated!Discover over 100 extraordinary facts about the beautiful game from all around the world!Find out which women's football team is ranked No. 1 in the world.Discover the story behind the animal that found a stolen FIFA World Cup trophy.Meet the legendary footballer who signed their first professional contract on a napkin.From jaw-dropping goals to the silliest celebrations, this fun-filled, stat-packed book has everything you need to know about your favourite football stars and the pioneering players who paved their way.Fully illustrated throughout!Look out for more Amazing Facts books:Amazing Facts Every 6 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 7 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 8 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 9 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 10 Year Old Needs to Know

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Book SynopsisMeet the champion of the England women's team, Heather Knight, in this thrilling unofficial biography!Heather Knight is a talented all-rounder and first-class batter, with a stellar career across all formats of the game. She has led the England women's squad all around the world as captain, netting some spectacular victories along the way.Cheer at her most exciting matches, celebrate the records and find out some incredible new facts in this action-packed new book.Look out for the rest of the Amazing Cricket Stars series:Ben StokesVirat KohliMitchell Starc

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Book SynopsisUnearth the secrets of our natural world with The Lore of the Land, a richly illustrated compendium of folklore and wisdom from the land, skies and seas. From thundering rivers to shady groves, flickering marshes to lightless caves, and from snow-capped mountains to the depths of the ocean, discover the folklore of Earth's wildest places. Stories and spirits abound in these land- and seascapes, where traditional wisdom and mysterious magics have intertwined over centuries. Each of the six chapters covers a different natural landscape, revealing the worldwide folklore surrounding Woodlands, Seas & Oceans, Wetlands, Mountains, Rivers & Streams and Hills & Caves. Beginning with tales from cultures spanning the globe, each chapter then dives into the legends of how these places were formed, their place in the human imagination 

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Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.This photographic non-fiction book invites you in to experience the activities, animals, art and natural beauty of Kakadu National Park in Australia.Pages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

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Book SynopsisSimon Hugo is the co-author and author of several best-selling LEGO books including LEGO Ideas Book: New Edition, the LEGO DC Super Heroes Character Encyclopedia and LEGO Star Wars: Choose Your Path. He has written on a variety of other pop-culture subjects including James Bond, Star Trek and Doctor Who.

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Book SynopsisThe second in a series of concept books created for the National Trust, this board book takes very young readers on an autumnal walk through the countryside. With beautiful illustrations from Ros Beardshaw, this elegant little book is a great way of bringing children closer to nature.

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Book SynopsisThink you know a lot about Earth's natural wonders? Prepare to know even more about the world's biggest deserts, tallest mountains and deepest canyons. You'll be surprised by how much you'll discover in this totally terrific book of trivia about natural wonders. Dynamic design pairs with engaging photos and carefully levelled text to make the facts easy to read but hard to forget, making these books perfect for both on-level and struggling readers.

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Book SynopsisMummies, pyramids, pharaohs, King Tut! Kids everywhere are fascinated by the wonders of ancient Egypt, and this colorful reference book is jam-packed with 1,000 fascinating facts.From the Great Pyramid and the Valley of the Kings to the Nile River and Cleopatra, discover all you have ever wanted to know about this ancient civilization. Unearth ancient hieroglyphs and their meanings; find out what was in King Tut''s tomb; and get insights about the science of mummification. Learn about ancient Egyptian gods and famous pharaohs, and follow Egypt''s battles for power in the world. After this deep dive into Egyptology, you''ll be able to dazzle your friends and family with your newfound knowledge.

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Book SynopsisElectrifying illustrations and an empowering story combine to introduce young readers to the world of science, observation and problem-solving.There's NOTHING that Ruben doesn't find fascinating. Why do leaves change colour? What makes ice cream melt? On a trip to the beach with his mum, he discovers how the world works and the brilliant scientists who have helped us understand it. Maybe he can try out some awesome experiments and become a scientist too?With pages encouraging kids to try out their very own science experiments such as germinating seeds and writing with invisible ink, this brilliant picture book written by scientist and TV presenter Dr Shini Somara unlocks a love of science and celebrates women in STEM.The second book in an exciting new series. Also available:- An Engineer Like Me- A Coder Like Me- A Mathematician Like Me

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Book SynopsisFrom the winner of the 2020 Children's Sports Book of the Year Award.This inspiring collection shows young readers that football has the power to change the world, and so do they! The ultimate gift for every football-obsessed child.Did you know that football can change the world?Well, have you heard of . . .*The children who built a floating football pitch?*The match that stopped a nation fighting?*The girl who kicked down barriers to win the World Cup?*The footballer who fought food poverty?Readers will uncover the most incredible and unbelievable stories of football changing the world for the better, and discover how they can too.Compiled by bestselling author Matt Oldfield, this is the second book in the award-winning Unbelievable Football series. Inspiring, entertaining and conversation-starting, this is a book for football fans everywhere.

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Book Synopsis'Never mind the kids, I’ve had an education from reading this book! ... Recommended for any budding scientists, eco-warriors or fans of weird facts' Rachel Riley, TV presenter and mathematician ‘The best way to get out of being bored is discovering something new. The great thing about this book is it whizzes you off to a world of facts you had never heard of. Result: not being bored. Result!’ Michael Rosen, Children’s poet and author ‘Every page bursting with fantastic facts you never thought you needed to know. Indispensable, planet-saving, fact-tastic fun for all the family!’ Dallas Campbell, BBC Science presenter In this new book, TV science expert Dr Emily Grossman answers incredible and important questions about our natural world. You’ll find out silly things like why some animals do square-shaped poos and which direction a dog is likely to face while weeing, but you’ll also learn what climate change and wildlife loss are actually doing to our planet and what YOU can do to help. Covering a diverse range of key science topics, from human biology and animals and plants to the weather and space, Dr Emily shows readers why Earth is so weird and wonderfully great. Did you know there's a planet in our solar system where it actually rains diamonds? Imagine that! If you lived there, you'd always be picking them out of your hair, your pockets and probably your pants! Dr Emily also tackles Earth's BIGGEST problem: climate change. Through clear, sensitive explanations, you’ll find out what is actually happening to our Earth and what this means for both humans and wildlife - and what we can all do to help! Written by TV science expert, STEM ambassador and advocate for women in science Dr Emily Grossman, this book will make your eyebrows rise, your jaw drop and your world WHIZZ! It will also give you hope about our future and how we can ALL make a difference. ‘I love this book! It's funny, accessible and quirky and has exactly the right balance of questions and information to light the flame of scientific inquiry in young minds. A must-read for all budding young scientists’ Lucy Hawking, Children’s science author ‘Since we got this book, all my kids want to talk about is diamond rain, tuna fish eyeballs and how to save the planet … thank goodness Emily has written down the answers to their insatiably curious questions in a single handy and hilarious volume’ Helen Arney, Science presenter, comedian and author Emily Grossman's first book Brain-fizzing Facts: Awesome Science Questions Answered was shortlisted for the Teach Primary Book Awards 2020.Trade ReviewThe best way to get out of being bored is discovering something new. The great thing about this book is it whizzes you off to a world of facts you had never heard of. Result: not being bored. Result! * Michael Rosen, Children's poet and author *Never mind the kids, I’ve had an education from reading this book! Dr Emily explains complex science, including vital info to help protect the planet, in really easy-to-understand bites. If you want to learn something new and fun whilst entertaining the offspring, then this is the book for you! Recommended for any budding scientists, eco-warriors or fans of weird facts * Rachel Riley, TV presenter and maths expert *Emily's book is the perfect antidote to dated school syllabuses ... I wish I’d had it as a kid! * Matthew Shribman, Science presenter and Head Teacher *Since we got this book, all my kids want to talk about is diamond rain, tuna fish eyeballs and how to save the planet … thank goodness Emily has written down the answers to their insatiably curious questions in a single handy and hilarious volume * Helen Arney, Science presenter, comedian and author *Dr Emily has chosen the most amazing facts for this book. And the explanations that go with them are really clear. My kids wouldn't let me stop reading it! * Steve Mould, Science presenter and author *I love this book! It's funny, accessible and quirky and has exactly the right balance of questions and information to light the flame of scientific inquiry in young minds. A must-read for all budding young scientists * Lucy Hawking, Children's science author *What a pyrotechnic display of fascination this book is! ... Emily has a writing style and instinct that knows exactly how to drive forward a healthy curiosity and inquisitiveness. I’m sure many future scientists will describe this book as the starting point that hooked them in * Jon Culshaw, voice actor, comedian and amateur Astronomer *This fact-full book will engage and entertain young readers. They'll grow into better citizens - committed to ensuring that life on Earth will flourish * Lord Martin Rees, Astronomer Royal *Every page bursting with fantastic facts you never thought you needed to know. Indispensable, planet-saving, fact-tastic fun for all the family! * Dallas Campbell, BBC Science presenter *This fascinating book landed on our shelves yesterday and we are so excited about it! It really is World-whizzing! ... From stinky poo facts, to learning all about buzzy bees and dinosaurs, it really has it all! ... A must have for the summer holidays and absolutely perfect if you have a reluctant reader too * The Book Den, Hythe *From the very beginning, i.e. the investigation of whether dogs face a certain direction in which to wee I was sold! This is not only a question I have posed myself on many a dog walk but I know for a FACT kids are going to love this book. This is what kids want to read and so do I * Bookseller at Little English Bookworm *

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Book SynopsisRecord Breakers at the Olympic Games celebrates the best records, achievements and stories in the history of the modern summer Olympic Games.Comprehensive in scope, the book features record performances in every sport and discipline since Athens 1896, and highlights the jawdropping efforts and dramatic moments that make up the Games'' tapestry of tales. Additonally, the book charts new sporting additions, such as skateboarding and rock-climbing, which have attracted a new legion of young fans. There is also a section devoted to the Paralympics, citing the stars and star performances that have propelled the profile of the Paralympic movement in modern times. This is a perfect guide for young fans in the run up to the Paris Games in 2024.

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