Children’s / Teenage general interest: Hobbies, quizzes, toys and games

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Book SynopsisFollowing the original runaway-hit, The Ultimate Reading Challenge, comes this beautiful portfolio that deepens and expands a child’s love of reading with 15 unique challenges and cool prizes!A reading challenge just for kids! Each pocket inside this portfolio presents young readers with a bookish challenge. Once a challenge is completed, it's time to open the pocket to claim an awesome prize! While many reading challenges and programs are met by reading speed or quantity of books read, the challenges presented in The Ultimate Reading Challenge for Kids! are carefully designed to expand any young reader's experience with reading and create opportunities for accomplishment and success. The perfect gift for both bookworms and reluctant readers, The Ultimate Reading Challenge for Kids! encourages young readers to connect with books in new and creative ways. Challenges include: • Read a book based on a true story. • Watch a movie based on a book. • Read outside. • Read a book out loud. You could read to a sibling, parent, grandparent, or pet. • Create a reading nook: Be creative! Closets, corners, and trees all make for great nooks. And more! Prizes include: • A hologram bookmark • Puffy stickers • A rad keychain • Bookplates And more!

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Book SynopsisA new title in the hugely successful Clever Kids® series, this book is packed with memory, word and number games for you to solve. From battleships and mind-bending spot the differences to mazes and number pyramids, there are plenty of puzzles to give your brain a workout. Created by bestselling puzzle book author Gareth Moore, author of the chart-topping success Brain Games for Clever Kids.

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Book Synopsis All projects have been pretested for school use and are suitable for youngsters. ? Bulletin of National Association of Secondary School Principals.What better way to learn than by doing? This thoughtfully conceived woodworking primer by educator Jerome E. Leavitt makes learning basic carpentry skills enjoyable and rewarding for boys and girls ages8 and up. With special sections on basic hand tools, squaring a block of wood, and wood finishing, this unique how-to book presents step-by-step instructions for making 15 popular wooden items ? all scaled to the beginner''s capabilities: Sailboat, Clock Shelf, Bird Feeder, Candlesticks, Hot Dish Coaster, Towel Holder, Steamboat, Cart, Toy Sled , Birdhouse for a Wren, Book Rack, Shoeshine Kit, Table Lamp, Flower Box, and Tie Rack. Carefully planned to appeal to young woodworkers, each project includes clear, simple directions, enhanced by clean, accurate diagrams and attractive line drawings. New carpenters will beam with pride and accomplishment at having constructed useful, tangible objects to keep or to give as presents to parents or friends.

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Book SynopsisAmazing art projects that will keep kids busy for hours! With the fun and creative drawing activities in This is Not a Maths Book, you’ll be able to make your very own designs to amaze your family and friends. The projects are explained with diagrams and step-by-step instructions, making them simple and fun to complete. As you sketch, you’ll discover the amazing maths principles in each challenge that makes it work. Each page has lots of space to draw, and there’s a section of graph paper at the back of the book so that you can keep on creating! You’ll discover how to make: Your own optical illusions Perfect circles Parabolic curves Mandalas Tiled patterns Fractals Snowflakes Stomachion puzzles Tessellations Loop-de-loops Golden spirals Square-tangles Sketches on a slant 3-D webs Impossible triangles Get ready to find out how art can be maths, and maths can be art! But remember – this is absolutely NOT a maths book. Or is it…? Winner of a British Book Design and Production Award 2015, Primary, Secondary and Tertiary Category Winner of the ALCS Educational Writers Award, 2016

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Book SynopsisA new title in the 'Buster Laugh-a-lot' series, this hilarious collection features over 300 gags for 9-year-olds to share.What do you call a boy opening a bag of crisps?Russell.What do dogs love to dance to?Pup music.What do mermaids do on their birthday?Shell-abrate!Ten side-splitting chapters cover a range of themes perfect for 9-year-olds to read and share with their friends and family – including ‘Spy Sillies’, ‘Mythical Mayhem’, ‘It’s All in the Name’, ‘Holiday Howlers’ and ‘Arty Antics’, as well as ridiculously random collections of ‘Bonkers Banter’ and ‘Jolly Jesters’. Designed to be easy to read and with wonderfully silly illustrations by Andrew Pinder for extra laughs, this laugh-out-loud collection will keep young jokers entertained for hours on end.Also available in the 'Buster Laugh-a-lot' series:9781780556260 Jokes for Funny Kids: 6 Year Olds9781780556246 Jokes for Funny Kids: 7 Year Olds9781780556253 Jokes for Funny Kids: 8 Year Olds9781780557168 The Jumbo Joke Book for Funny Kids9781780557083 The Christmas Joke Book for Funny Kids9781780557847 Animal Jokes for Funny Kids9781780557854 Knock Knock Jokes for Funny Kids9781780559070 Dinosaur Jokes for Funny Kids9781780559087 Silly Jokes for Funny KidsPublishing in 2023:9781780559636 Jokes for Funny Kids: 5 Year Olds9781780559650 Jokes for Funny Kids: 10 Year Olds9781780559438 Gross Jokes for Funny Kids

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Book SynopsisFrom the tough to spell to the downright funny, these are the 365 words all kids should know!Some words have strange double meanings. Others seem impossible to pronounce. Then there are the words that sound the same but mean something completely different when you change their spellings. And the ones with unusual stories behind them. Some are words you’ll need at school, while others you can use at home or with your friends. This book is packed with new words, old words, silly words, sporty words, political words, slang words, musical words, foodie words and loads, loads more.As well as simple definitions of each word, there are pronunciation tips, fun facts and handy mnemonics to help with spelling.

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Book SynopsisPrepare to meet the dragons of the Ninjago Realm!LEGO® NINJAGO® fans will love this fun-filled pack which includes bricks, a 48-page book of ideas and activities and over 260 reusable stickers. Use the LEGO® bricks and instructions provided to build an Elemental Dragon, Evil Dragon or Dragon Mech. When you’re done, use your imagination to customize your beast with the reusable stickers.With more than 10 different rebuild configurations, you can keep redesigning your dragons over and over again.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations, the Minifigure and NINJAGO are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2022 The LEGO Group. LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations, the Minifigure and NINJAGO are trademarks of the LEGO Group. ©2022 The LEGO Group.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the Creative Play Awards 2023Discover the treasures of our natural world with 52 fun activities following the seasons.Filled with activities and games for children aged 7 years and up to do out and about in nature that are budget-friendly and will entertain all year round.From spring birdwatching walks to summer park games, autumn wildlife tracking to winter nature rubbings, these 52 things to see and do will inspire children to go on a nature walk and have fun outdoors!Fun activities for every week of the yearEasy-to-follow instructions and tipsColourful photographs and illustrationsFrom authors of A Year of Nature Craft and Play, (9780008467944), awarded Highly Commended in the 2022 Creative Play Awards.

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Book SynopsisDiscover needlecraft with 20 simple and fun sewing craft projects for young crafters to try.This hands-on sewing book shows inquisitive children how to do basic needlecraft. Explore more than 20 fun-filled projects, each with clear instructions and step-by-step photos that are easy to follow.Stitch by Stitch will make young crafters aged 7-11 become confident at sewing projects, from stitched felt flowers to a cute crocheted bag. They will discover how to knit a simple doll''s scarf and find out how to create a colourful patchwork cushion. Award-winning author Jane Bull combines her unique arty style and excellent instructions to teach children how to knit, sew, crochet, appliqué, embroider, and patchwork.This hands-on sewing book for kids offers:- Projects that will help children acquire skills in basic stitching, knitting, and crocheting from a small crocheted bag to a sewn patchwork ball.- A revised edition which has lightl

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Book SynopsisDiscover your own inner Attenborough with this quiztastic book featuring more than 100 animals!Explore the animal kingdom and meet more than 100 species in this quiz book for children aged 9+, teaching you about a variety of species, from lions to crocodiles to butterflies - and everything in between.Every creature in this book is shown in beautiful detail, with quiz questions surrounding its portrait which will encourage engagement. Turn the page to find the answers to the questions - delivered in fast-fact style, including what they eat, where they live, how big they are compared to humans, and more images and facts.This animal quiz book for children offers: - Fast and fun learning through the use of detailed animal images and interesting facts.- Hundreds of quick-fire questions for children to quiz themselves and challenge friends and family.- Information that has been endorsed and authenticated by experts and up-to-date anima

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Book SynopsisFeatures a set of cards containing simple activities which includes games such as noughts and crosses, as well as puzzles and quizzes.Trade ReviewIt’s always a challenge to pack activities on outings to keep small children occupied. These activity cards from Usborne are perfect for that, and small enough to fit into your handbag. My children loved them. * Families SouthWest Magazine *I wouldn’t want to travel without this nowadays! The best bit is that they wipe clean and can be used again and again. The card they are printed on is pretty sturdy and they don’t require anything to lean on in order to use them so they are a pretty great activity for the car as well as any other form of travelling. * Rock'n'roller baby blog *Taking off on foreign climes can be thrilling, but that flight to the sun will be less stressful for everyone if overexcited small people are occupied. 100 Things for Little Children to Do on a Journey aims to fill the time with a compact pack of wipe-clean double-sided activity cards complete with pen, which invites children to spot the difference, complete mazes, search for words and much more. * We Love This Book *Really clever. You get a wipe clean pen, so you can do the puzzles and play the games over and over, plus there’s drawing options as well, and they pack down into a small box – perfect for the plane. * Mummy Travels *Younger children have even more cards in the 100 Things for Little Children to do on a journey set in which, as well as a myriad options for drawing ('someone magical sitting on a spotty toadstool'), puzzles and the odd maze, I am delighted to see that there is a card which encourages children to look out of the car window to find various items. Another option is 50 Things to do on a car Journey and all that has to be done is to choose a card and follow the instructions on the back. Either of these would be great help now that motorway travelling is a distinct hindrance when it comes to playing pub cricket. * Newbury Weekly News *

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Book SynopsisOracle decks are perfect for telling stories, and reading cards can help kids and their parents speak to how they feel, what’s going on in their lives, and the exciting things that might be coming in the future. Cards can be reminders to be kind, serve as gentle prompts for speaking about tough topics, or they can even just be fun conversation starters—particularly when they’re decorated with artist Michelle Romo’s signature vibrant illustrations. Filled with robots, fairies, roller skates, and kitty cats, The Cosmic Kindness Oracle is the perfect super cute and useful tool for anyone who wants to feel guided in their daily life, and the ideal deck for beginners and families.    

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Book SynopsisHelloI'm a freelance surface pattern designer and illustrator, based in Stafford, UK .I work on bespoke briefs for clients and also license my existing designs across many product areas .

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Book Synopsis''A brilliant book of 100 games you can play anywhere in your house or garden.'' The Sun Playing games can be so enjoyable but don''t you often find yourself playing the same old games time and time again? Well, why not let Ivan Brett inspire you with over 99 games to entertain any gathering of friends or family? Inside The Floor is Lava you''ll find 100 games to satisfy any busy family and most require no equipment other than pencil and paper. There''s everything from fiendish brain teasers and number puzzles to witty wordplays and physical challenges. You''ll find something for everyone to enjoy and avoid the whole family resorting to screen-time! In short, this is a how-to for turning time together into quality time together. It''s time to put down your screens and pick up the fun! You''ll find games for every occasion: * occupy the kids on rainy Trade ReviewRemember making up games on the long drive to your summer holiday? Ivan Brett has put the best into a new book. * S Magazine, Sunday Express *Great fun and full of unusual and interesting ideas. * Parentsintouch.co.uk *No phones, no headphones... these fun and portable pastimes can make road trips a lot more pleasurable. * Simple Things *The book that no home should be without at Christmas! * Lancashire Post *These games will make long car journeys with the grandchildren fly by! * Saga *This book is actually full of brilliant family-friendly games to play in whatever situation you find yourselves. Included inside are games for potentially fraught occasions such as traffic jams, sitting around the kitchen table, or long journeys and flights, as well as for when you're just stuck inside on a rainy day. With 100 games lovingly curated, it's the perfect catch-all to have on hand. * Expert Reviews *100 games to keep your coronavirus lockdown creative and as much fun as possible * the Sun *A brilliant book of 100 games you can play anywhere in your house or garden. * Sun *

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Book SynopsisTest your knowledge of all things spooky in this frightfully fun trivia and quiz book based on the animated Scream Street series.Where is the spookiest place on earth? Why do bats have fangs? And who discovered the ancient tombs in Egypt? Put your knowledge to the test in this bumper book of facts, quizzes and more that's perfect for fans of ghoulish goings-on. Packed with creepy quizzes and terrifying trivia, this fun-filled collection is perfect for this spooky time of year. Filled with hilarious cartoons and fascinating facts, this spin-off from the ever popular TV series is the perfect way for fans to learn more about what makes Scream Street so fangs-tasically fun!

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Book SynopsisComplete with colourful and engaging illustrations throughout, this memory book is the perfect gift for children to treasure forever.This book invites kids to write their own autobiography. It creates their personal timeline using prompts, pictures and detailing preferences. It features opportunities for the reader to fill in the facts all about themselves – from their arrival, their first memories and their family, to who they are right here, right now and on to their dreams about the future. This book will act as a lasting record of exactly who they are. From the author of the best-selling title All About Me.

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Book SynopsisRoger Priddy's Let's Pretend: Firefighter Set has everything your little firefighter needs to save the day! The alarm bell goes off, there's a fire to put out – time for the firefighters to spring into action!Inside this creative play set, the big board book has three busy scenes as firefighters Ben and Lucy gather their equipment, zoom off in their truck, and fight a fire at the bakery, keeping everyone safe.The set comes with 15 sturdy fire fighting puzzle pieces which can be used both to match to the spaces on the book pages and for independent play. A fabulous set for little firefighters which will provide them with hours of creative, imaginative play.All pieces can be stored back inside the book for easy storage and taking on the go.

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Book Synopsis Chess is fun! This follow-up to the bestselling Batsford Book of Chess for Children is a lively collection of chess puzzles, games and activities, guaranteed to increase your child's enjoyment of the game while improving their skills and deepening their understanding. In conversational text aimed at children aged 7 and up, meet our two chess-obsessed heroes Jess and Jamie as they address the reader in a straightforward and relatable way, and are this time joined by their friends Harry and Marnie, who love chess just as much as they do! Explore fun problems and puzzles such as the Box 'Em In Challenge, easy chess variants such as Three Check Chess and Progressive Chess, a heap of guess-the-next-move quizzes, and revision pages to help remind children of the chess basics. This book works well as a companion to Chess for Children but also as a standalone activity book. Whether your child is just beginning to learn chess or already gripped by the game, Chess for Children Activity Book will help you encourage their interest and make learning chess a real pleasure.

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Book SynopsisAn ideal introduction to the educational, fun-filled hobby of stamp collecting! With pictures of more than 1,100 stamps from nearly 200 countries (and spaces for at least 2,600 more!), this inexpensive album and guide also contains hints and tips on building a collection, plus an easy-to-use Stamp Identifier Table and Index.

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Book SynopsisFeatures of this updated edition include:99 oversized clue cards with 15 clues questions eachAll-new Person, Place and Thing artA title reference on each game card connects to The Action Bible Expanded EditionGame instructions with several ways to playPerfect for traveling, family game night, or the classroomMakes learning about the Bible fun and intriguingExpands Bible knowledgeAdaptable for multiple age levelsFor 1 or more players; ages 6+.

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Book SynopsisShari Last is an author and editor who has contributed to many bestselling books for children. She writes on a wide range of topics, from lions and LEGO to science and Super Heroes.

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Book SynopsisSuzi sloth is going on holiday and taking all her friends with her. Sloths are more adventurous than you may think and they plan to travel far and wide – to the busy streets of Delhi, the canals of Amsterdam and even the beaches of Sydney. Pack your passport and get ready for a globetrotting adventure to find Suzi’s pals in their new urban jungles.Test your spotting skills with this exciting search book. Each colourful page is filled with fun illustrations, hard-to-find sloths and extra bonus items to search for. With ten different sloths, each with a unique, quirky personality, the hunt for the whole gang is an enjoyable and engaging journey.

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Book SynopsisKate Nolan (Author) Kate grew up in the Cotswolds and now lives in the West Midlands, where she worked as a primary school teacher before joining Usborne in 2019. Since then, she has worked on books on all sorts of topics, from airports and trucks to unicorns and butterflies.Simon Tudhope (Author) Before joining Usborne, Simon worked in Moscow as sports editor for a local paper. These days he writes about things that aren't actually real, but are very important nevertheless. Mysteries and monsters and impossible quests in faraway realms that you won't find on any map. All the sort of stuff he loved as a child, basically. (And still does.)Phillip Clarke (Author) Phil Clarke grew up in the Cotswolds, and joined Usborne in 1999. He's written far more than he can rightly recall about such things as trees, stars, rocks, sharks, unicorns and dinosaurs, and crafted many puzzles. He lives with his family in the Midlands, and spends his spare

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Book SynopsisA comprehensive guide for new players learning the ropes of the world's most popular game—Minecraft! NOT OFFICIAL MINECRAFT PRODUCT. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG.​ Believe it or not, playing just about an hour of this game, you’ll stop wondering about the odd graphics and be immersed in a new, vibrant, delightful world—exploring, fishing, farming, fighting (if you want), fossil-hunting, and so much more. In fact, the cheerful and colorful graphics are essential to creating a game world unlike any other, in which you can touch, pick up, and place pretty much anything you see, anywhere; where you can travel as far as you want in any direction, from desert to ocean to snowy mountains and crystal caves; and create any structure, from a humble animal pen to a giant working rollercoaster, using just the blocks the world is made of. There’s just so much to do in Minecraft that it’s very easy to overlook some of the extensive and fantastic gameplay. And that’s why you’ll want this guide. It will show you how to survive and thrive in this deep, broad, and complex world. It’s chock full of pro tips, challenges, and step-by-step instructions that will get you on the ground and running—and sneaking, boating, swimming (or even flying with rare elytra wings)! From how to find or build a simple shelter on your first night, to finding exotic hidden temples (and loot) and dimensions, this guide will step you through the must-know basics of the world’s most popular game, Minecraft. Three hundred million people are already playing. Join us! This book includes: What to do on your first day (and second, and third, and more!) The important places to visit and loot How to travel and what to bring with you How to not get lost How to gain the upper hand with skeletons, zombies, and other creepy mobs The sturdiest and strongest weapons and tools to craft How to build and destroy (TNT anyone?) The best way to mine for precious diamonds Where to go if you like a battle (and how to avoid them!) How to find the hidden dimensions (and denizens) like the Nether and the End Pro tips, challenges, and step-by-step activities to get you in the groove

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Book SynopsisIn Duckling, Duckling, PEEKABOO, babies' favourite game is brought to life with easy grab-and-pull mechanisms and a shiny mirror.Open the pages to reveal the yellow duckling, the green frog and many other adorable park animals! With stunning illustrations by Grace Habib, punchy design to engage babies’ senses and soft learning about colours, this is a perfect gift for babies aged 6 months or over.Also available: Puppy, Puppy, PEEKABOO

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Book SynopsisTurn your LEGO world kawaii with more than 50 adorable ideas, plus an exclusive Owlicorn model!Get inspired by this colourful collection of original LEGO build ideas, all based around cute kawaii style. Use your LEGO bricks to create quirky builds, such as unicorns, hotdogs, cacti, cupcakes, and many more. Plus, express your cute style with bag charms and zany pencil pots. Perfect for little LEGO fans who are obsessed with all things cute!2020 The LEGO Group.

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Book SynopsisQuentin Blake has illustrated more than three hundred books and was Roald Dahl's favourite illustrator. In 1980 he won the prestigious Kate Greenaway Medal. In 1999 he became the first ever Children's Laureate and in 2013 he was knighted for services to illustration.

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Book SynopsisLearn the incredible battle secrets of amazing LEGO mechs and compare your favourites. From Lloyd''s Titan Mech to Spiderman''s Spider Mech, discover all the most fearsome LEGO mechs and what gives them the edge in battle. Find out how many mechs Batman has, and read about all the battle features of LEGO Jurassic World''s Dino-Mech. See awesome mechs go head-to-head, plus read how you can up-spec your mech. With amazing photography that shows off each mech in stunning detail, plus fact-packed data boxes so you can compare each mech, this book is perfect for any fan of LEGO mechs.2021 The LEGO Group.

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Book SynopsisThe ultimate guide for every gamer who wants to master Minecraft!This book is full of cool Minecraft builds, awesome tips, andlists of all the best tools and resources you need to become a masterbuilder.

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Book SynopsisThe hilarious joke book from multi-award-winning actor and comedian MATT LUCAS creator of Thank You, Baked Potato, an official UK download chart-topper and Amazon bestseller!With laugh-out-loud artwork from Sarah Horne, illustrator of the bestselling Charlie Changes into a Chicken. Perfect for readers age 6+THE PERFECT STOCKING FILLER!If you're planning on reading this very very very very very very very silly book of jokes, there are some things you're going to need:Spare pants In case you wet yoursNeedle and thread In case you split your sidesLarge box In case you laugh your head off (you'll still want to keep it, right?)Are you ready? Come on in then the jokes are waiting!Also available:My Very Very Very Very Very Very Very Silly Book of PranksMy Very Very Very Very Very Very Very Silly Book of Games

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Book SynopsisJourney with Wally on this ultimate maze adventure! With eleven extraordinary maze scenes, plus mini-mazes and extra searches to challenge you, too. Wow!Wally invites you to join him on an incredible journey of a lifetime! Every fabulous location he visits is a magnificent mind-boggling maze, with twists and turns in all directions. Trace your fingers along the paths from start to finish and complete the maze challenges and searches along the way. Wander through galleries, blast off from a space centre, pick-and-mix a route through a sweet factory, sneak behind the scenes in Wallywood and boogie the night away at the disco. With even more places to discover and checklists of extra things to look for in every scene, this is a truly a-maze-ing experience!

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Book SynopsisWould you rather ride in a self-driving car or have a robot chauffeur? Behind each of these silly scenarios are some fun facts to help YOU CHOOSE an answer. Which would you rather do?Full of fascinating facts, this book will keep kids entertained for hours! They can read on their own or have fun asking each other the questions. There are no right or wrong answers but plenty of ideas to think about.Perfect for readers aged 9+, You Choose is an entertaining and humorous series that encourages children to develop their critical thinking and decision-making skills. Full of brainteasers and supported by educational information, readers can learn some bizarre and amazing facts about different machines and how they work.Read the others titles in the series: Animals, Ancient History, Dinosaurs, Planet Earth, Space.

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Book SynopsisThink you know about dinosaurs? THINK AGAIN! Discover the mind-blowing truth behind their REAL prehistoric story, told to you by the world's ultimate dinosaur professor. The Age of the Dinosaurs is a must-have for any young dinosaur-enthusiast! You've likely seen Jurassic Park, heard of Godzilla and know about Rex in Toy Story. Dinosaurs are everywhere: on TV, in books, you can search them on the internet and see their bones at museums. And you MIGHT think you know everything there is to know about dinosaurs; but what if you've got it wrong? Join modern-day dinosaur hunter Dr Steve Brusatte as he takes you on a brilliant prehistoric journey – armed with cutting edge technology, he is piecing together the complete story of how the dinosaurs ruled the earth for 150 million years. Discover their incredible true adventures, meet other dinosaur hunters, find out what it's like to be a paleontologist and even how it feels to discover a new type of dinosaur!Trade ReviewA comprehensive look at the when, where, and why of dinosaurs. Interesting in-depth stories about ever popular dinosaurs are presented with comprehensive scientific evidence in an upbeat, kid-friendly way. Photographs and realistic drawings help bring the science to life. A treasure trove of information. * Kirkus *Steve Brusatte offers a sparkling account of his trade and its discoveries. * Wall Street Journal *An impressively comprehensive volume . . . With Brusatte maintaining an excited, conversational tone that refuses to underestimate its audience, more serious dinosaur aficionados will find much to learn and love. * Booklist *Brusatte hits a perfect note for young readers, infusing the text with his enthusiasm while making sophisticated vocabulary and concepts readily accessible . . . [his] work pops with all the excitement of a dinosaur-themed “CSI” show. Budding scientists and dinosaur enthusiasts will relish this deep dive into the detective work that comprises a fascinating field. * School Library Journal *

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Book Synopsis 5 simple step-by-step instructions teach you how to draw all kinds of animals Perfect for beginner artists of all ages—both kids and adults! Practices pages included alongside each drawing If you’re aspiring to be an artist, this book will help you learn fast! Do you want to learn the secrets of becoming a great artist? All it takes is following the five simple steps within the pages of this book! Connect shapes, follow the lines, and before you know it, you’ll be developing your artistic talent. Each of the sixty images included has step-by-step, easy-to-follow directions to help you learn to create each of these cool illustrations.Whether it is a dog, cat, lion, tiger, bear, giraffe, lizard, or owl you’ll quickly become a pro at drawing them all with ease. You can either trace the images using the original image or hone in on your freehand skills by using the facing practice page included after each sheet of instructions. There is even a colored sample to give you an idea how to put the finishing fluorescent touches on your illustrations!How to Draw Animals also has the added bonus of more than 30 scenic background pages that leave room for you to doodle images and practice your newly acquired skills. Each coloring image provides space for you to sketch an image from the dozens of animals that you’ve learned from this book.Sharpen your pencils and get ready to spring your illustrations to life. This book will teach you how embrace your inner Picasso and have fun doing it!

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Book SynopsisGo for goal with this fun-packed book of over 100 football-themed mazes.From boots and balls to fans and flags, these mazes come in all shapes and sizes (and there’s even a pie-shaped one for when you get peckish). With twists, turns and tackles, each maze is guaranteed to challenge even the most fanatical of footie fans. Start off in the lower leagues, then progress through trickier and trickier tangles until you’ve made it all the way to the final trophy.And, for readers eager to boost their football know-how, there are also loads of real-life football facts to wow your mates with.

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