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Book SynopsisWhat is a black hole? How do we know that stars and galaxies are billions of years old? What is the difference between stars and planets? Glenn Murphy, author of Why is Snot Green?, answers these and a lot of other brilliant questions in this funny and informative book. Packed with doodles and information about all sorts of incredible things, like supermassive black holes, galaxies, telescopes, planets, solar flares, constellations, eclipses and red dwarfs. Space: The Whole Whizz-Bang Story contains absolutely no boring bits!Discover more funny science with Disgusting Science: A Revolting Look at What Makes Things Gross.

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Book SynopsisHow does someone become a YouTube star? What do YouTube stars do? Learn about how YouTube stars make videos, talk to fans and more!

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Book SynopsisYou'll never guess what doctors call tummy rumbles or how many smells your nose can recognise, and did you know that you could catch a yawn? This delightful information book is full of fun and surprising things to know about the human body, all brought to life by Susanna Rumiz's warm, humorous illustrations. You'll be amazed by what's inside!Table of Contents1 Take a deep breath2 Why do you have a belly button?3 Babies are WEIRDER than you think...4 You'll never guess how much you'll eat5 Inside your tummy...6 Which muscle is your strongest?7 Excuse me!8 How much time you'll spend on the toilet9 All different shapes and sizes10 One-of-a-kind prints11 You're electric!12 Your tongue only knows five tastes13 Why Brussels sprouts are yucky14 Your height changes even when you're fully grown15 Space travel makes you taller16 Why your blood is red17 Ba-bump, ba-bump, ba-bump...18 Every body needs help with something19 Vital organs?20 Ahh-choooooooo!21 A LOT of snot22 Drink up!23 You couldn't live without...24 Bodies worth MILLIONS!25 You'll never guess who's hairier26 Around and around the world...27 Which is more tiring, standing or walking?28 You're a lot like everyone else...29...and you're quite like a banana30 Remember, remember...31 How your ears help you balance32 Long ago hairdressers cut more than hair33 How long a beard can grow34 What's eating your lunch35 Rumbling tummies36 Your bones are alive37 Funny bones38 What's that smell?39 What's the time?40 OUCH!41 Your brain can't hurt42 Have a laugh43 The tiniest things can hurt your body the most44 How your body fights germs45 You're about to yawn...46 While you're dreaming47 Glossary48 Index

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Book SynopsisSort the truth from the lies with the Fact or Fake series packed full of unbelievable, mind-boggling facts!This high-interest series for children aged 9-11 sorts the facts from the fakes. From the human body and dinosaurs to history and science, each statement is proved right or wrong, and accompanied by eye-popping graphics that bring each subject to life! Prepare to be surprised and amazed by these sometimes strange, but always fascinating, truths.In Fact or Fake: The Truth About Planet Earth, will you separate the facts from the fakes?:Is it true that our planet is radioactive?Is Antarctica really the coldest place on Earth?A day is 24 hours long, or is it?The North Pole is moving. Is that fact or fake?Eye-catching illustration, quirky fonts and clever design treatment make this an appealing and unputdownable high interest leisure read for children aged 9+ Other titles in the series: The Truth about the Human Body The Truth about Science The Truth about History The Truth about Space The Truth about Animals The Truth about Planet Earth The Truth about Dinosaurs The Truth about Sports The Truth about Inventions The Truth about Survival Skills

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Book SynopsisSort the truth from the lies with the Fact or Fake series packed full of unbelievable, mind-boggling facts!This high-interest series for children aged 9-11 sorts the facts from the fakes. From the human body and dinosaurs to history and science, each statement is proved right or wrong, and accompanied by eye-popping graphics that bring each subject to life! Prepare to be surprised and amazed by these sometimes strange, but always fascinating, truths.In Fact or Fake: The Truth About Dinosaurs will you separate the facts from the fakes?:Is there really a dinosaur named after Hogwarts School? Is it true that Stegosaurus had two brain? Dinosaurs were great parents, fact or fake?T rex stood upright, or did it?Eye-catching illustration, quirky fonts and clever design treatment make this an appealing and unputdownable high interest leisure read for children aged 9+ Other titles in the series: The Truth about the Human Body The Truth about Science The Truth about History The Truth about Space The Truth about Animals The Truth about Planet Earth The Truth about Dinosaurs The Truth about Sports The Truth about Inventions The Truth about Survival Skills

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Book SynopsisThe perfect gift for teenagers and young women - a beautifully illustrated book of goddess life lessons, myths and legends.For centuries, cultures around the world celebrated tales and myths of daring and brave goddesses. These twenty-one legendary ladies were tenacious, smart and strong. Meet...· Osun, the Yoruba goddess of love who stands up to those who believe women are less important than men· Rhiannon, the Welsh queen of fairies who won't let anyone make decisions for her and instead follows her heart· Freyja, the Norse goddess of love and death who sets boundaries and is comfortable with being a single independent womanThese rich and often forgotten female stories of the ancient past will inspire you to be just as confident, courageous, fierce and fearless in the future. 'With an ancient, earnest heart, Live like a Goddess continues a venerable tradition of reading myth not just for fun but for personal enrichment. I am warmed by these diverse tales and their lessons in ambition, wisdom and courage' - Amy Jeffs, author of the bestselling Storyland"Menzies presents gem-like stories of powerful women, lifting them up to guide future generations. A gorgeous reclamation of our human heritage." Luna McNamara, author of Psyche and ErosTrade Review"Illuminating" * Take a Break *"Menzies presents gem-like stories of powerful women, lifting them up to guide future generations. A gorgeous reclamation of our human heritage." -- Luna McNamara, author of Psyche and Eros"A playful new book with an ancient, earnest heart, Live like a Goddess continues a venerable tradition of reading myth not just for fun but for personal enrichment. I am warmed by these diverse tales and their lessons in ambition, wisdom and courage" -- Amy Jeffs, author of the bestselling Storyland

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Book Synopsis365 Cool Ways to Remember Stuff is packed with tips, tricks, rhymes and mnemonics to help with memorizing everything, from grammar, spelling and punctuation to maths, science and history.Can you remember how many days there are in each month? Or the names of the planets in the solar system? How about the difference between a noun and a verb? 365 Cool Ways to Remember Stuff will show you how to memorize the key facts in almost every school subject. With the help of the book’s simple pointers, even the trickiest of facts will become memorable. The fun illustrations and engaging, educational text are sure to inspire and empower kids to confidently learn, remember and use new knowledge, both in and out of school.

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Book SynopsisFrom the FIFA World Cup and UEFA European Championships to the record-breakers of Serie A, the Bundesliga and the Premier League, football''s record-breaking stars are here. This book is packed with thousands of eye-popping stats about incredible trophy-winning teams and legendary goalscorers from around the globe, and contains all the need-to-know facts and figures from the 2018-19 season and the 2019 UEFA Nations League Finals. The ultimate football facts and records book for kids aged 8+.

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Book SynopsisWho's scored the most goals in the history of football? (and, no, it's not Pele)Who is the dirtiest player in Champions League history?What do Harry Kane and North Korea have in common?And which creature is the most common Premier League mascot?The Match of the Day magazine Footy Facts & Stats book is bursting with thousands - literally thousands - of brilliant facts and amazing stats from the world of football. It contains everything you need to know about the game's biggest legends, the most iconic moments and the greatest tournaments.Get ready for a trivia overload from the Premier League, Champions League, Football League, the biggest and best leagues from around the world, the WSL, the FA Cup, World Cup, European Championships and much, much more.Discover all the fantastic facts about your biggest heroes, the biggest clubs and the biggest icons ever to have played the beautiful game.Dive into the amazing world of football's incredible record-breakers - we're talking big money transfers, net-busting strikers and red-card collecting hardmen.Oh, and learn how to say 'football' in every language!This, from the Match of the Day magazine team, is the ultimate guide to the wonderful - and sometimes wacky - world of football trivia!

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Book Synopsis Explore the amazing ways animal babies are just like us in this enchanting non-fiction picture book There are babies everywhere! Some babies can fly and some babies can swim. Most animal babies are very different to us, but there are lots of special ways that we might be the same. Especially when we were very little . . . With a friendly text that's perfect for reading aloud, this book encourages children to think about what makes them unique while learning about amazing similarities they might share with babies in the animal kingdom. From giraffes wobbling as they walk to puppies losing their baby teeth, each spread is fully illustrated with heart-warming collage artwork that beautifully captures the love between parent and child. This is a very special book to share again and again.

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Book SynopsisRobust insights into the often mind-bogglingly arduous journeys of animals all over the world. - Kirkus Reviews Migration is one of the great mysteries of the natural world. With no engines or GPS devices, birds fly thousands of miles to their African feeding grounds, salmon cross oceans so that they may return to the rivers in which they were born and monarch butterflies spend their entire adult lives traveling from the grasslands of the Midwest to the forests of Mexico. This book takes a close look at how and why different animals migrate. The science of migration and navigation is broken down into clearly understood texts, and then brought to life with beautiful packaging and vivid illustrations by Aquila illustrator, Ed J Brown.

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Book SynopsisWhat is the most popular pet in the world? Where is the hottest place on Earth? When was the first country formed? Learn these and dozens of other fascinating facts about the planet and its people with this dynamically-illustrated and informative guide, with 48 colourful pages packed to the brim with graphs and charts about the world in which we live.Topics covered in the book include: The Earth’s distance from the sun Record-breaking weather Largest and smallest countries Awesome animals World religions The World Wide Web Planets in motion And much, much more. With out-of-this-world illustrations by Gwen Keraval and intriguing facts compiled by Eliza Berkowitz, this is an enjoyable learning resource for both adults and kids alike.About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids – an imprint of the world’s leading travel authority Lonely Planet – published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

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Book SynopsisHop aboard our special mini-bus for an unforgettable tour around the most fascinating destination in the entire Universe - you! In the company of our expert mini body guides, this book will get down to a microscopic level to explore all the various muscles, bones, organs and systems that make up the human body. Get ready to weave through great forests of hair, take a breakneck cruise along an artery (dodging red blood cells on the way) and get up close and personal with enormous eyes, mountainous toes and giant hearts. With a mixture of cartoons, photography and CGI art - and with fun fact-filled text - it's the human body as you've never experienced it before. Content includes: Brain, Nervous System and Senses The Mouth & Digestion Life Support (Heart, blood, muscles and bones) Defence and communication (skin, immune system, kidneys) Building Blocks (cells, DNA, genes) About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

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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 SynopsisCelebrating the Queen's Platinum Jubilee, the incredible history of HM Queen Elizabeth II's 70-year reign, told through the enthralling life stories of 25 amazing people who have called Britain home.The reign of HM Queen Elizabeth II has been long and eventful. Over the past 70 years, Great Britain has seen incredible changes in the ways we live, think and feel, shaped by the inspiring people who were born in Britain or arrived on its shores. As we approach the Platinum Jubilee in June 2022, learn about the Queen's life and 25 other amazing history-makers - from modern pioneers, leaders and scientists to writers, athletes and activists - in this beautifully illustrated special edition paperback. 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 colour illustration. The book also features a gloriously illustrated timeline, showing key events from Queen Elizabeth's long reign.Discover the life-changing events of the last 70 years, from the foundation of the NHS by Aneurin Bevan to the creation of the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine by Sarah Gilbert. Learn about how amazing activists like Paul Stephenson and Malala Yousafzai fought hard for equal rights for all, and scientists like Stephen Hawking and Tim Berners-Lee made incredible advances that allowed us to know more about the universe, or communicate in a whole new way via the Internet. The diverse 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 Alan Turing, Malorie Blackman, Stormzy and Tanni Grey-Thompson, Great Elizabethans is not only a glorious celebration of Queen Elizabeth's reign, but also the citizens who have contributed to such an incredible 70 years.

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Book SynopsisLet Mitchell Symons be your guide into the weird and wonderful world of trivia.Camels are born without humps.Walt Disney, creator of Mickey Mouse, was scared of mice.Only 30% of humans can flare their nostrilsA group of twelve or more cows is called a flinkAnd an elephant produces an eye-wateringly pongy 20 kilos of dung a day!Trade ReviewChildren and adults alike will want to keep delving in for just one more fact * Scotsman *Mitch knows more totally useless things about useless subjects than anybody on Earth -- Chris Tarrant

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Book SynopsisWhy do we sleep? Do animals dream? Where is the oldest bed in the world? In this compendium of 5-minute true stories, you will travel to Ancient Egypt to explore the five beds of Tutankhamun, jet off into space to see how astronauts get ready for bed, and plunge underwater to learn how hibernating turtles breathe through their bottoms. With up-to-the-minute, expert information and stunning illustrations, this book is the ultimate brainy bedtime companion for young children.Trade Review“There is something thrilling about facts that are often stranger than fiction." -- Joanna Lumley * The Telegraph *“Nonfiction lovers will enjoy these short and intriguing pieces about the night: the starry skies, record-breaking beds, space travel, nocturnal jobs and animals.” * The Times *"A brightly illustrated anthology of short factual pieces on the theme of 'night', from how sharks sleep, to what causes the Northern Lights." -- Claire Allfree * The Telegraph *"This beautifully illustrated anthology occupies a curious space between a reference book and bedtime fables." * Big Issue North *"Why do we sleep? Where is the oldest bed in the world? How do sharks snooze underwater? This compendium of 30 Britannica verified true stories about bedtime takes you on a journey of wonder and learning to find out the answers to all this and more." * The Telegraph *

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Book SynopsisFind it! British birds contains 25 common birds for children to search for, along with amazing facts and mind-bending puzzles. Perfect for minimising screen time, Find it! books keep children entertained, engaged and curious about the world around them.

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Book SynopsisWhat did the world’s first playgrounds look like? What do families all over the world eat for breakfast? How did dinosaurs look after their babies? In this compendium of 5-minute really true stories you will meet all types of family – human and animal! – and learn about the many ways they spend time together. From family bicycle rides to animal migrations, and from tidy up time to cosying up with pets, discover the amazing science and history of family activities. With up-to-the-minute, expert information and stunning illustrations, this book will bring out the joy of the everyday things we do at family time.Trade ReviewAn interesting book for those children who enjoy non-fiction and learning something new or as a shared read aloud for an adult and child -- Kathryn Beilby * Read Plus *A useful resource to introduce curious young learners to new concepts gradually based on their existing knowledge. The short explanatory text about familiar topics provides a good level of elaboration and extension. * Reading Time *

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Book SynopsisDid you know that scientists can tell how old a whale is from its earwax? Or that sharks existed before trees? Welcome to FACTopia, a world of perfectly amazing facts verified by Encyclopaedia Britannica! Every 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 fungus, dreams, dogs, tyrannosaurs, planets, diamonds, bumblebees, robots, jellyfish, Egyptian mummies, 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! Trade Review"Every fact is linked to the next in a trivia treasure trail you’ll return to again and again, and each page is laid out with bright illustrations and photographs complementing simple, memorable text ... This is a fabulously fun way to learn new things and encourage inquisitiveness – adults and children alike will find themselves dipping into it for years to come." -- BookTrust * Books we love in July 2022 *

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Book SynopsisTravel back in time to become a dinosaur spotter. Step into your time machine, travel back millions of years and get ready to spot more than 160 incredible dinosaurs. Get up close to Tyrannosaurus rex, Spinosaurus, Velociraptor, Giganotosaurus and all your other favourites. Meet the dinosaurs that scientists have only just discovered, too! Crammed with incredible illustrations, hundreds of facts, special features, fact boxes, pronunciations and an A–Z directory, this is the perfect gift for every budding palaeontologist and daring dinosaur explorer.Table of ContentsINTRODUCING DINOSAURS What is a dinosaur? Dinosaur weigh-in Different hip bones Feeding Anatomy of a dinosaur Skeletons, skulls and skin Brains and communication Eggs and babies Living in herds Predators and scavengers Survival techniques Size and speed Armour and defence Claws and spikes A–Z OF DINOSAURS Abelisaurus and Abydosaurus Albertaceratops and Albertosaurus Allosaurus and Alvarezsaurus Alwalkeria and Amargasaurus Ambopteryx and Anchisaurus Ankylosaurus and Antarctopelta Apatosaurus and Argentinosaurus Avimimus and Bambiraptor Barosaurus and Baryonyx Beipiaosaurus, Bonitasaura and Borealopelta Brachiosaurus and Byronosaurus Camarasaurus and Carcharodontosaurus Carnotaurus and Caudipteryx Centrosaurus and Ceratosaurus Chasmosaurus and Coelophysis Compsognathus and Corythosaurus Cryolophosaurus, Dacentrurus and Deinocheirus Deinonychus, Diabloceratops and Dilong Dilophosaurus and Diplodocus Dracorex and Dromaeosaurus Dryosaurus and Edmontonia Edmontosaurus and Einiosaurus Eocarcharia and Eocursor Eoraptor and Eotyrannus Equijubus, Erketu and Erythrovenator Euoplocephalus and Europasaurus Euskelosaurus and Eustreptospondylus Falcarius and Fukuiraptor Fukuisaurus and Futalognkosaurus Gallimimus and Gargoyleosaurus Gastonia and Geminiraptor Giganotosaurus and Gigantoraptor Guanlong and Herrerasaurus Heterodontosaurus and Hippodraco Huaxiagnathus, Hypsilophodon and Iguanacolossus Iguanodon and Incisivosaurus Jingshanosaurus and Juravenator Kentrosaurus and Kerberosaurus Kosmoceratops and Lambeosaurus Leaellynasaura and Liaoningosaurus Maiasaura and Majungasaurus Mamenchisaurus and Masiakasaurus Massospondylus and Megalosaurus Mei and Microraptor Minmi and Mononykus Muttaburrasaurus and Nigersaurus Nomingia and Ornitholestes Oryctodromeus and Ouranosaurus Oviraptor and Pachycephalosaurus Parasaurolophus and Pelecanimimus Plateosaurus and Prosaurolophus Protoceratops and Psittacosaurus Qantassaurus and Rugops Saltasaurus and Saurolophus Scelidosaurus and Scipionyx Scutellosaurus, Segnosaurus and Seitaad Shunosaurus and Shuvuuia Sinocalliopteryx and Sinornithosaurus Sinosauropteryx and Sinovenator Sinraptor and Sonidosaurus Spinosaurus and Stegosaurus Struthiomimus and Styracosaurus Talenkauen and Tenontosaurus Torosaurus and Triceratops Troodon and Tyrannosaurus Ubirajara, Unaysaurus and Utahceratops Utahraptor and Velociraptor Wuerhosaurus and Yinlong Index

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Book SynopsisSeries Description: The Awesome Women series box sets each feature three board books to inspire young readers to be anything they want to be. The stories pay tribute to awesome female role models by recounting their struggles and challenges and detailing their success. This series emphasizes essential character traits that these female role models exemplified such as grit, courage, resilience, optimism, perseverance, curiosity, strength, and conscientiousness to cultivate a growth mindset. Synopsis: The Awesome Women series: Leaders: Authenticity box set features three board books to inspire young readers to be anything they want to be. Each story pays tribute to an awesome female role model by recounting her struggles and challenges and detailing her success. Young readers will also learn interesting nuggets about each leader, such as the fact that Condoleezza Rice was told she would not make it to college because of the colour of her skin, that Jacinda Ardern brought her three-month-old daughter to work with her at the UN assembly hall, and that Margaret Thatcher lost her first two parliamentary elections before becoming the formidable "Iron Lady". The Awesome Women series also includes the Awesome Women series: Leaders: Boldness box set, featuring Angela Merkel, Halimah Yacob, and Hillary Clinton. Readers will also have fun searching for the authors and illustrator's daughters Andrea and Beth hidden in the illustrations!

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Book SynopsisEnjoy hours of laughter with hilarious questions for kids that get harder as the book goes on. Who will win the competition for the best answers? Who will outsmart everyone?Laugh and learn with 160+ questions designed to make kids giggle, think, and figure out who's the wittiest (and silliest) of all! Would You Rather? Made You Think! Edition provides endless hours of fun for eight- to twelve-year-olds who love a challenge--and a good laugh.Would You Rather? Made You Think! features: Learning through play. Kids will exercise their brains with these either/or scenarios that make them think creatively, use their imagination, and pull together facts quickly. Family time away from screens. 160+ age-appropriate questions, ranging from the mind-boggling to the totally gross. An exciting game for competitive kids. Try to outsmart family and friends with the most creative answer.Levels organized by

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Book SynopsisDid you know that a zeptosecond is a trillionth of a billionth of a second? Or that the US once had 144 different time zones? Or that across your lifetime, you’ll spend about 33 years in bed? Discover more questions, answers, and theories in this bumper book all about the past, present, future, and beyond! The Book of Time is brimming with fascinating information about the concept of time. What is time? How does it work? And is it even real? The book uses time as a lens to explore a wide variety of STEAM subjects that kids know and love—such as space, dinosaurs, animals, the human body, and machinery—with a completely fresh perspective. Through a simple yet fascinating approach, you’ll learn about: The measurements of time Big and small time Time-travel Paradoxes And lots more mind-boggling things Cool, graphic illusTrade Review“Get your children off the internet – and into a cracking science book […] Clive Gifford is out save children’s non-fiction from terminal decline, and he’s back with the dizzyingly informative The Book of Time” * The Telegraph *“A fascinating treasure trove.” * The Bookseller - Editor's Choice *“A brightly illustrated book to help young readers understand the concept of time, via 40 different topics from time zones to how long in your life you’ll spend in bed.” * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisWelcome all rascals and tricksters to this marvellous miscellany of mischief and magic! This playful book explores the world of deception and trickery – both the good and the bad.   Learn the secrets of infamous magic illusions and tricks and discover the stories of some of history’s most notorious hoaxes, pranks, and cons. While some are great fun, others contain a serious lesson . . . after all, understanding scams of the past can help protect you in the future. Meet infamous pranksters such as Marcel Duchamp (the French artist who pranked the art world), renowned illusionists and escape artists such as Adelaide Hermann (one of the first female magicians), and cunning con-artists such as George C. Parker (the American who 'sold' the Statue of Liberty).  The themed spreads explore a range of topics such as made-up monsters, alienTrade Review“This blend of history, biography and activities reveals the antics of magicians such as African American illusionist Richard Potter and French prankster Marcel Duchamp and has themed spreads on April Fool’s Day, alien hoaxes and more.” * The Bookseller, Children's Previews *

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Book SynopsisA laugh-out-loud book based on everyone’s favourite game, Would You Rather?Would you rather ...Be able to fly or be able to turn invisible? Eat rotten eggs or drink expired milk?Have hands for feet or have feet for hands?Containing hundreds of devious dilemmas and quick-witted questions on the silly, smelly and everything in between, this is a game book like no other. Featuring themed sections, flowcharts and treasure hunts as a fresh take on the format, it’s guaranteed to keep children (and adults!) entertained for hours on end.

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Book SynopsisRead fun facts daily throughout the year, or look up birthdays to see what amazing events in history happened on that day!Did you know that Buzz Aldrin took the first selfie in space on November 12th 1966? Or that October 21st is International Day of the Nacho? Something amazing really does happen every single day!

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Book SynopsisEver wondered why we knock on wood, cross our fingers, or say white rabbits on the first day of the month? Dive in and learn about fascinating traditions and superstitions from all over the world!The Good Luck Book explores the surprising - and sometimes scary - history of the world''s most practised traditions and superstitions (and plenty more that you probably won''t have heard of!). Discover superstitions old and new from China to Chile, the USA to the Ukraine. Learn how and why they started, and why people still participate in them today. Featuring fascinating topics, including animals, nature, sport, life events, the human body, and lucky locations, The Good Luck Book is packed with bold original illustrations, fun facts, and the origin stories behind rituals and superstitions. Ideal for young readers curious about world culture and why we do the things we do, this colourful and charming book will amaze and entertain.

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Book SynopsisEducational sensation TheDadLab presents an amazing collection of over 300 mind-blowing facts plus eight activities - perfect for Christmas stockings! Did you know? Giraffes can''t swim, but kangaroos are surprisingly good at it! All watermelons have an even number of stripes Honey we can eat today has been found in 3,000-year-old Egyptian tombs! Every odd number contains the letter ''e'' If you were at Point Nemo in the ocean, you''d be closer to astronauts in space than anyone on Earth!Nothing beats discovering something new, especially when it''s as surprising as the fact that you are hurtling through space at the speed of 107,000 kilometres per hour at this very moment!Educational sensation Sergei Urban from TheDadLab shares the most curious facts to blow your mind, from real-life super-animals and flying cars to robot rock bands and golf on the moon. Find out for yourself just

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Book SynopsisOur New York Times best-selling Almanac is packed with incredible photos, tons of fun facts, National Geographic exclusives, games, activities, and fascinating features about animals, science, nature, technology, and more.This new edition features:  EXCLUSIVE National Geographic Explorer interviews and features   EXCLUSIVE Interactive Almanac Challenge 2024, plus the results of the Almanac Challenge 2023  BONUS SECTION of sidesplitting jokes and riddles   NEW fun-tastic things to see and do in 2024  NEW cutest animal superlatives and animal rescue stories  NEW science and dinosaur discoveries  NEW fun games, quizzes, and activities  NEW weird and wacky places around the world  NEW experiments to do, places to explore, and ways to change the world  UPDATED reference material, including fast facts and maps of every country&nb

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Book SynopsisPrepare for the pooches! Leap into the perfect combination of facts, stories, photos, and fun stuff all about one of the world’s most favorite animals—DOGS!Dogs are popular pets all over the world. They do just about everything with us: cuddle on couches, hike through the hills, and even sometimes sleep on our beds. And they come in all shapes and sizes, with breeds ranging from tiny toys to gargantuan giants. Dogs have been people’s constant companions for thousands of years, and there’s almost no end to the jobs they do for us. It’s no wonder we call dogs our best friends!For animal lovers who are absolutely obsessed with everything dogs, this book has it all: tons of mind-blowing facts; all the breeds; exciting games; hands-on activities; hilarious dog jokes; and fascinating research, such as whether dogs recognize themselves in the mirror.Key features include:Roundups of the coolest, most talented, incredible

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Book SynopsisDiscover over 100 of the world’s most remarkable creatures in this beautifully illustrated tour of Earth's wildlife. Animals come in all sorts of weird and wonderful shapes and sizes. From the record breaking tongue of a chameleon to the dashing dance of the peacock spider, you'll learn about the most amazing examples from air, land and sea. Discover playful dolphins, sleepy koalas and even a fish that keeps its babies safe in its own mouth, uncovering the secrets of their survival, the incredible habitats they call home as well as the environmental threats putting them in danger. A central gatefold offers a world map which reveals the locations of all the animals included in the book.

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Book SynopsisA new book that will inspire children, by the global bestselling author of Stories for Boys Who Dare to be Different.The words in Dare to be Different have great power.Ben Brooks has brought together 100 people who have all in some way or another used words to do wonderful things. Some may have changed a single life, while others have changed the course of history for almost everyone on earth. But whether their effects were big or small, these individuals' speeches, letters, poems, songs, stories, and advice prove one thing: words can make the world a better place. And they can make you feel better about yourself too.This extraordinary compendium includes personal letters that were written for just one reader to help guide them through life's journey; sometimes they were intended for millions of people to hear about grand declarations of war, peace or new discoveries. Most of the time, though, they are words of wisdom that children will love to hear, about kindness, bullying, or whether it's OK to sometimes eat chocolate for breakfast.From Plautus' plays about the power of laughter to Selena Gomez's speech about bullying; and from F. Scott Fitzgerald's letters of encouragement to his daughter, Scottie, to Bambi, the mysterious graffiti artist who sprays words of truth on walls, there is something to be learned from every quote in this inspiring and illuminating book.Children will be enthused and comforted by the wonderful true stories Brooks has brought from across history and from around the world. Each one is exquisitely illustrated by Quinton Winter, who made the Stories for Boys series so visually exciting.

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Book SynopsisWhat''s the weather? Wake up to this ultimate reference, teeming with fascinating facts, amazing features, the latest science, and tons of close-up images of the wildest weather on the planet.Did you know that a bolt of lightning can crack through the air at up to 136,000 miles per hour and reach temperatures hotter than the surface of the sun? Or that if all the ice in the Antarctic melted, the oceans would rise by about 220 feet? Welcome to the amazing world of weather. From how weather happens to the most extreme weather in the world, it''s all covered in this easy-to-use reference featuring all the major types of weather and what kinds of weather happen in particular places, from the desert to the tropics to the poles. The main content is highlighted with fun facts, Did You Know? details, and colorful photos and graphics. Thematic spreads cover topics such as climate change, weather survival stories, animal adaptations to weather, and much more. Fans

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 16 and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding vocabulary.No one really knows how Stonehenge was built or why Tikal was suddenly abandoned. Find out about the world''s most mysterious structures in this non-fiction book.Orange/Band 6 offers varied text and characters, with action sustained over several pages.The focus sounds in this book are: /ai/ a, eigh /ee/ e-e , y, e, ey /oo/ u /igh/ ie, y /ch/ tch, t /c/ ch /j/ g, ge, dge /l/ le /f/ ph /w/ wh /v/ ve /s/ se /z/ sePages 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 Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds with c

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.Learn all about rewilding and how nature fights back even when it appears to have been wiped out. Discover how farmland grows back into forest, deserted cities turn into wilderness, and life appears on volcanoes which erupt from the sea.Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books.Text type: An information bookIdeas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activitiesBitten by a crocodile, charged by giant otters and chased up a tree by peccary wild boars

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.A fascinating history of humankind. Discover how we evolved from ape-like beings to the modern humans we are today.Pearl/Band 18 books offer fluent readers a complex, substantial text with challenging themes to facilitate sustained comprehension, bridging the gap between a reading programme and longer chapter books.Text type: An information bookCurriculum links: History and ScienceIdeas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.Human evolution is such a fast moving and exciting subject, with new finds changing our ideas and understanding of our ancestors. As Wendy and Michael couldn't find a book on

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.Dreams can be strange, funny or scary, but they all have something in common. Almost everyone has them! Scientists are trying to understand why. Do dreams help our brains to store yesterday's experiences, or prepare for the future? Or are they just a side effect of a busy brain at work? Let's dive into different ideas about dreams and find out!White Plus/Band 10+ books provide challenging plots and vocabulary as well as opportunities to practise inference, prediction and reading stamina.Pages 46 and 47 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall.Ideas for reading in the b

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.Skyscrapers tower over our cities, but how are they built and what are they made of? Explore these fascinating buildings and discover some surprising facts about how they're made.Ruby/Band 14 books give increasing opportunities for children to develop their skills of inference and deduction.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.

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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.Discover all the different types of fascinating beetles that can be found around the world their habitats, what they look like and how they protect themselves in this highly photographic non-fiction book by Sally Morgan.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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