Children’s / Teenage general interest: Machines and how things work

94 products


  • Look Inside an Airport

    Usborne Publishing Ltd Look Inside an Airport

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisAirports are thrilling and fascinating places for children, full of unusual equipment, strange machines and - of course - lots of planes. This book allows young children to find out more about how an airport works. Richly informative, with colourful, friendly illustrations and lots of flaps to lift and look beneath.

    5 in stock

    £9.49

  • FixIt Duck

    HarperCollins Publishers FixIt Duck

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisNew cover reissue in million copy best-selling Duck in the Truck series.Plop! goes the drip that drops from the cup.Duck looks down and Duck looks up.A leak in the roof, oh! What bad luck.This is a job for FIX-IT DUCK.'Can he fix it? No he can''t! Duck wants to show off his DIY skills. But, the trouble is, when Duck starts fixing things, the problems are only just beginningTrade Review‘With a nod to Dr. Seuss and a wink to John Burningham, Jez Alborough deals an irresistible lesson in rhyme and rhythm as well as storytelling, which is hugely entertaining.’ Child Education Reviews for Duck in the Truck: ‘Rhyme, illustration, wit and inventiveness combine to produce outstanding quality.’ TES Primary ‘Alborough’s text is perfect for reading out loud and the mix of close-up and panoramic illustrations give an animated, live-action feel.’ Junior ‘Colourful, arresting and busting with action.’ Child Education Praise for Hit the Ball Duck:‘A really great story; the best Duck book so far.’ The Guardian

    2 in stock

    £7.59

  • B-2 Stealth Bomber

    Bellwether Media B-2 Stealth Bomber

    1 in stock

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    1 in stock

    £12.34

  • The Planets in Our Solar System

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Planets in Our Solar System

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £6.30

  • Magnets Push Magnets Pull

    Holiday House Magnets Push Magnets Pull

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £8.54

  • Emergency Vehicles

    Faber & Faber Emergency Vehicles

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe fastest police cars and motorbikes. . .The most powerful trucks . . .Firefighting helicopters . . .A thrilling book packed with full-colour technical illustrations and information about emergency vehicles from around the world. Featuring various emergency scenarios, and fully researched to be up to the minute, this book is already a hit in-house .

    5 in stock

    £7.59

  • Kays Incredible Inventions

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Kays Incredible Inventions

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisDo you ever wonder where the stuff around you all came from? No, not from the shops. I mean, who had the amazing idea of making video games or the annoying idea of building a school?In the latest laugh-out-loud book from the record-breaking and extremely handsome Adam Kay and Henry Paker, you'll learn about everything ever invented, from the daft to the disgusting to the downright dangerous.You'll discover all about:- The queen who pooed on the first ever toilet- How velcro was invented by a dog- Why the Ancient Greeks wiped their bums on dinner platesAs well as 48,762,851,208 other facts. (Approximately.)Praise for Kay''s Anatomy:''An enjoyably gross look at the human body. Hours of gruesome fun guaranteed'' i''Like listening to a teacher who makes pupils fall about'' Sunday Times''Totally brilliant!'' Jacqueline Wilson''Fun and informative'' Malorie Blackman''Very funny - this exciting book is bound to inspire the next generation of medics'' Sunday ExpressPraise for Kay''s Marvellous Medicine:''A ridiculously funny read that will delight, gross out and educate all at the same time'' Independent''Educational and entertaining. It should be on the national curriculum!'' Harry Hill''Completely marvellous and very funny'' BookTrust

    2 in stock

    £13.49

  • Why Money Matters

    HarperCollins Publishers Why Money Matters

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisA Financial Times BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023 Critics Choice' WINNER! BEST NON-FICTION BOOK silver award Made For Mums Toy AwardsA canny and accessible guide to the world of money The TimesWhat links potato mashers, piggy banks and PIN numbers? MONEY! Explore the fascinating world of money and discover how it shapes the world we live in with Dragons' Den investor and entrepreneur DEBORAH MEADEN. When did we first use coins? What are some of the world's most unusual jobs? Find out all this and more alongside accessible introductions to banks, taxes and pocket-money budgeting.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:Why Politics Matters by ALASTAIR CAMPBELL, a writer, podcaster and stTrade Review“Stuffed with facts about earning money, savings, interest and even tax. It won the vote of my seven-year-old twin nephews.’ Financial Times “A canny and accessible guide to the world of money” – The Times "A fascinating book for young readers about how money shapes our world… without it ever feeling overwhelming" – LoveReading4Kids “Outstanding” – Armadillo Magazine MyWeekly Children’s Book of the Week “Money can be a confusing concept for little ones – but Dragons’ Den investor and entrepreneur Deborah Meaden does a great job at explaining it in this colourful, informative book.” MyWeekly “Deborah explains the history, purpose and importance of money, something all children should know more about helping them feel empowered and motivated to become financially secure adults.” – Vicki Broadbent (Honest Mum blogger, author, broadcaster and former teacher) '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

    10 in stock

    £9.49

  • How Everything Works

    Dorling Kindersley Ltd How Everything Works

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £22.50

  • How to Build a Racing Car

    Walker Books Ltd How to Build a Racing Car

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisBuild your own moving race car from household objects in this step-by-step guide based on the science behind Formula One.Take your place at the starting gate and fire up your engine: it's time to build your very own racing car! Join presenter and maker Fran Scott for a crash course in racing engineering, then use your new-found skills to build your own awesome air-powered machine using household objects. From the chassis to the engine, discover the science behind Formula One in this perfect project for budding young engineers. So what are you waiting for? 3, 2, 1 let's race!Trade ReviewWith easy to follow instructions, encouragement and clear, colourful illustrations, young readers should have no problem creating their car, one step at a time. * How it Works *A great STEM book for any budding F1 driver or engineer. * Read for Good *A humorous and brilliant approach to problem solving […] Indeed, the reassuring message peppered among all the fascinating facts and activities is that mistakes are a brilliant opportunity to experience what being an engineer is all about. * Book Corner *The hands-on activities and interactive approach make this an interesting way to learn about a range of STEM areas and to provide a learning experience. […] Cleverly written and beautifully illustrated, this book will provide hours of fun. -- Children's Books Ireland * Reading Matters Guide 2023 *Featured in the Bookseller's children's previews for May 2023 * the Bookseller *

    2 in stock

    £13.49

  • Mammoth Science

    DK Mammoth Science

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review“Not only informative but laugh-out-loud delightful.” —The Wall Street Journal“A unique and amusing encyclopedia of general scientific topics from master draftsman Macaulay…” —The Horn Book

    5 in stock

    £17.99

  • Astronáutica / Space for Smart Kids: La ciencia

    Penguin Random House Grupo Editorial Astronáutica / Space for Smart Kids: La ciencia

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £15.14

  • Robots

    Starry Forest Robots

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £9.89

  • Percys Bumpy Ride

    HarperCollins Publishers Percys Bumpy Ride

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisCelebrate thirty years of Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends with this funny story in the classic series from award-winning author and illustrator Nick Butterworth!Percy the park keeper has been busy in his workshop for days. As his animal friends try to guess what he is making, Percy suddenly emerges sitting on top of a very strange machine. The animals jump aboard for what turns out to be a very bumpy rideIncludes a surprise fold-out page!More than 9 million Percy the Park Keeper books sold, worldwide!Trade ReviewOne Snowy Night‘A heartwarming bedtime tale…’ Susan Hill, The Independent ‘A lovely book to share at bedtime’ Children’s Book News ‘… it’s just right for reading aloud on a cold day’ Books for Keeps The Rescue Party:‘…it’s good for reading aloud to under-fives, and later the six-pluses will still want to read it themselves.’ The Independent on Sunday After the Storm:‘…look no further for the best present for any child from two to six.’ Susan Hill, The Sunday Times Percy’s Bumpy Ride:‘Imaginatively detailed illustrations and just the right amount of suspense.’ Practical Parenting

    5 in stock

    £7.99

  • The Robot

    HarperCollins Publishers The Robot

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisA humorous story featuring two whacky scientists building a robot. They assemble the robot carefully with each body part, but where is the head? In this simple text, each body part is named as it is added, and as the different parts are used, a repeated reply of thank you reinforces the phrase.Pink B/ Band 1B books offer emergent readers simple, predictable text with familiar objects and actions.Text type A patterned story with predictable structureThe body parts are repeated in a single labelled diagram of the completed robot on pages 14 and 15 providing opportunities for speaking, listening and writing.This book has been levelled for Reading Recovery

    2 in stock

    £7.87

  • Whats Underground

    HarperCollins Publishers Whats Underground

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisPhotos and illustrations combine to give a detailed picture of the fascinating life that goes on underground. We meet animals who live underground, see trains that travel underground and follow pipes, wires and cables from houses deep into the ground.Blue/ Band 4 non-fiction books use children's language patterns to give information which is supported by the illustrations and design.Text types A non-chronological report.The cross-sectioned diagram on pages 14 and 15 allows children to recap and discuss the text.Curriculum links Geography: the local area; Science: light and dark.This book has been levelled for Reading Recovery.

    1 in stock

    £8.33

  • Going Fast

    HarperCollins Publishers Going Fast

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisFaster than a speeding boat, and more exciting than a trip on a bobsleigh, this fact-packed non-chronological report looks at the fastest animals and machines in the world. Action-packed illustrations and photographs accompany text explaining what enables each featured animal or machine to be so fast.Turquoise/ Band 7 books offer literay language and extended descriptions, with longer sentences and a wide range of unfamiliar terms.Text type A non-chronological report.The table on pages 22 and 23 summarises the features that make each animal and machine a contender in the Going Fast category.Curriculum links Science: Forces and movement.This book has been levelled for Reading Recovery.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

    2 in stock

    £9.02

  • Look at Them Go

    HarperCollins Publishers Look at Them Go

    1 in stock

    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.This photographic information book looks as some simple mechanics and physics behind interesting items, such as the clock, the bicycle and a hot air balloon!Red B/Band 2B books offer simple but varied text with familiar objects and actions, combined with simple story development and a satisfying conclusion.The focus sounds in this book are: /ar/ /oo/ /ow/ /ear/ /er/ /oo/ /ee/ /ur/ /ai/ /air/ tt, bbPages 14 and 15 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 children, incl

    1 in stock

    £7.87

  • Percys Bumpy Ride A Percy the Park Keeper Story

    HarperCollins Publishers Percys Bumpy Ride A Percy the Park Keeper Story

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA hilarious story in the 9-million-copy best-selling classic series from highly regarded author Nick Butterworth!Trade ReviewOne Snowy Night‘A heartwarming bedtime tale…’ Susan Hill, The Independent ‘A lovely book to share at bedtime’ Children’s Book News ‘… it’s just right for reading aloud on a cold day’ Books for Keeps The Rescue Party:‘…it’s good for reading aloud to under-fives, and later the six-pluses will still want to read it themselves.’ The Independent on Sunday After the Storm:‘…look no further for the best present for any child from two to six.’ Susan Hill, The Sunday Times Percy’s Bumpy Ride:‘Imaginatively detailed illustrations and just the right amount of suspense.’ Practical Parenting

    1 in stock

    £6.99

  • Shinoy and the Chaos Crew What is a robot

    HarperCollins Publishers Shinoy and the Chaos Crew What is a robot

    3 in stock

    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.Part of the Shinoy and the Chaos Crew non-fiction series, this information book ties into The Day of the Dodgy Doubles.Find out the answers to questions you''ve always wanted to know about robots.Robots aren't just scientific-looking people. They're all around us, and can do a lot of human jobs. Find out all about robots, and what the future holds for them.Lime/Band 11 books have longer sentence structures and a greater use of literary language.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.

    3 in stock

    £10.20

  • Marvellous Vehicles

    HarperCollins Publishers Marvellous Vehicles

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisIt's sensibly written and beautifully illustrated. The TelegraphHit the road with writer and broadcaster JAMES MAY to discover incredible human-powered vehicles from bicycles and submarines to amphibious vehicles and even a helicopter. Yes, really!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:How to Build a Home by GEORGE CLARKE, an architect, writer, lecturer and TV presenter.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.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.Amazing BodiTrade Review“Outstanding” – Armadillo Magazine “This dynamic book explains the difference between potential energy and kinetic energy, as well as detailed insight into vehicles on the ground, in the air and on the water. Super!” – Vicki Broadbent (Honest Mum blogger, author, broadcaster and former teacher) “It’s sensibly written and beautifully illustrated.” – The Telegraph "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

    15 in stock

    £8.49

  • The Robot Meets a Tiger

    HarperCollins Publishers The Robot Meets a Tiger

    4 in stock

    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 little robot is fully energised and ready to go, it''s time to explore! But danger strikes when all of a sudden a huge creature blocks his path. How will the robot use its skills to escape the creature's sharp claws and spiky teeth?

    4 in stock

    £8.57

  • Dig a Pit

    HarperCollins Publishers Dig a Pit

    1 in stock

    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.

    1 in stock

    £7.62

  • Ships

    HarperCollins Publishers Ships

    1 in stock

    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. The 7+ books are designed for children aged 7+ who need more practice to acquire phonics skills.Ahoy! Hop aboard this exciting non-fiction book and learn about all kinds of ships. From small and quick ships, to larger, stronger ones, they''re all amazing! Which one is your favourite?

    1 in stock

    £8.10

  • How to Swallow a Pig

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc How to Swallow a Pig

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisTrade Review* "Jenkins and Page present another fascinating, fun, and attractive look at the natural world." —School Library Journal, starred review "Youngsters who glory in learning animal facts will be thrilled; for those who enjoy pretending, there are inviting opportunities for imitation. Readers and listeners alike will eat this one up." —Kirkus * "Colorful, precise, and often striking against the white pages, the cut-paper collage illustrations fulfill their purpose beautifully. Fascinating facts presented with droll wit—a winning combination." —Booklist, starred review * "Numbered instructions, accompanied by Jenkins’s always excellent paper collages, demonstrate how to repel insects like a capuchin monkey, catch a meal like a crocodile, or defend oneself like an armadillo. Beneath the irreverent tone, there’s ample information about the animals’ traits and behavior...adding up to a highly enjoyable mix of science and humor. —Publishers Weekly, starred review —

    2 in stock

    £11.39

  • Little World Building Site

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Little World Building Site

    4 in stock

    Book SynopsisA new title in the interactive Little World series from Ladybird - moving board books that make our big world little.Little World is designed for curious toddlers, allowing them to explore familiar landscapes and faraway places, from cities and beaches to outer space and ocean depths.The gentle narrative is perfect for reading aloud, guiding children through the busy building site - from the early morning cup of tea to digging up the earth, churning the cement and building the walls. A novelty slide, push or pull on every spread will engage children as they spend a day on the building site.Sam Meredith''s bright artwork and charming characters encourage interaction and play, with lots to spot, see and enjoy on every spread.The Little World series:Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Look out for other titles in the Ladybird Little World<

    4 in stock

    £6.99

  • Stuff

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Stuff

    5 in stock

    Book SynopsisThis is the first children''s book from CBBC presenter Maddie Moate: a collection of extraordinary stories about STUFF.Do you ever wonder where your stuff comes from, and what happens to it when you''re finished with it? Did you know that you can make paper out of elephant poo? And plastic packaging out of seaweed? And did you know that if you throw away an old T-shirt, it can take 200 years to break down?Written and researched by Maddie Moate, the star of CBBC''s Do You Know? and Let''s Go Live with Maddie and Greg, and illustrated by Paul Boston, this book is full of mind-bursting facts and extraordinary stories of the ingenious ways people around the world, and across history, have made, used and re-used the stuff around them.Trade ReviewStuff is yet another example of Moate's professional curiosity. It's a bright, fun children's book that leads the reader around the world . . . -- Stuart Heritage * The Guardian *

    5 in stock

    £8.54

  • Busy Day Mechanic An action play book

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Busy Day Mechanic An action play book

    7 in stock

    Book SynopsisJoin in and help the busy mechanic in this playful, interactive flap book!Can you help the busy mechanic to fix the monster truck? Join in and use the flaps to mend the car, put on a new wheel, and fill up the engine. With interactive action-flaps, you can do it, too!Each clever flap provides an action or scene-change to encourage children to actively engage and explore. The playful flaps are perfect for little hands to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.Original concept and illustration by Dan Green.The Busy Day series:Introduces the worldBoosts motor skillsRecommended for children aged 2+Also available in the Busy Day series:AstronautAthleteBuilderChefFarmerFirefighterFootballerTrain DriverVet

    7 in stock

    £7.59

  • Do You Know Level 1  3D Printing

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Do You Know Level 1 3D Printing

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £6.30

  • Do You Know Level 3  Coding and A.I.

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Do You Know Level 3 Coding and A.I.

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £6.30

  • Do You Know Level 1  Robots

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Do You Know Level 1 Robots

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisLadybird Do You Know? is a STEM-based ELT graded reading series recommended for children aged 5+ who are learning English as a foreign or second language.These levelled non-fiction books feature video content, project work and critical-thinking activities. Each book asks a range of BIG questions on STEM topics from nocturnal animals to building bridges, developing children''s language, communication and investigation skills.The four levels progress from CEFR Pre-A1 to A2.Visit the Ladybird Education website for online video content, audio, comprehension activities, and suggestions for project work. Robots, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.Do robots play sports? How can robots help our planet? Find out more about robots of all shapes and sizes.

    2 in stock

    £6.30

  • Do You Know Level 2  The Internet

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Do You Know Level 2 The Internet

    2 in stock

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    2 in stock

    £6.30

  • Do You Know Level 4  Video Games

    Penguin Random House Children's UK Do You Know Level 4 Video Games

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisLadybird Do You Know? is a STEM-based ELT graded reading series recommended for children aged 5+ who are learning English as a foreign or second language.These levelled non-fiction books feature video content, project work and critical-thinking activities. Each book asks a range of BIG questions on STEM topics from nocturnal animals to building bridges, developing children''s language, communication and investigation skills.The four levels progress from CEFR Pre-A1 to A2.Visit the Ladybird Education website for online video content, audio, comprehension activities, and suggestions for project work. Video Games, a Level 4 Reader, is A2 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Flyers exams. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, more complex past and future tense structures, modal verbs and a wider variety of conjunctions.Can you live inside a video game? Are video games a sport? Find out more about graphics, virtual reality and video games.

    1 in stock

    £6.30

  • DK Super Readers Level 4 Extreme Machines

    Dorling Kindersley Ltd DK Super Readers Level 4 Extreme Machines

    3 in stock

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    3 in stock

    £6.30

  • Now  Ben

    St Martin's Press Now Ben

    3 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe inventions and inspiration of Benjamin Franklin and how they''ve stood the test of timeWhat would you do if you lived in a community without a library, hospital, post office, or fire department? If you were Benjamin Franklin, you''d set up these organizations yourself. Franklin also designed the lightning rod, suggested the idea of daylight savings time, and invented bifocals-all inspired by his common sense and intelligence. In this informative book, Gene Barretta brings Benjamin Franklin''s genius to life, deepening our appreciation for one of the most influential figures in American history.Now & Ben is a 2007 Bank Street - Best Children''s Book of the Year.

    3 in stock

    £8.54

  • Wow in the World Wow in the Wild

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Wow in the World Wow in the Wild

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisBased on their #1 kids podcast, Wow in the World, hosts Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz take readers on a hilarious, fact-filled, and highly illustrated journey through the animal kingdom!Feathers, fins, fur, feet—the animal kingdom is made up of nearly 9 million known species! From flying fish to flightless birds, each living creature has a unique role to play in the life of planet Earth. In this book, Mindy Thomas and Guy Raz, hosts of the mega-popular kids’ podcast Wow in the World, will take you on a fact-filled adventure to explore the funniest and most fascinating animals known to humankind. Build your own insect! Play hide and seek, chameleon-style! Look for six signs you might be a fish! And much, much more! Featuring hilarious illustrations and filled with facts, jokes, photos, and quizzes, this book is a call to the wild kids of the world. Join us as we venture onto land and into the sky and sea to discover the WOW of Earth’s creatures, both big and small.

    1 in stock

    £13.49

  • The AllTogether Quilt

    Random House USA Inc The AllTogether Quilt

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £19.94

  • Who Was Henry Ford Who Was Paperback

    Penguin Young Readers Group Who Was Henry Ford Who Was Paperback

    4 in stock

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    4 in stock

    £6.92

  • The Brainiacs Book of Robots and AI

    Thames & Hudson Ltd The Brainiacs Book of Robots and AI

    15 in stock

    Book SynopsisThe Brainiac?s Book of the Climate and WeatherBrainiacHands-on activities include building a grippy robot hand, making a mechanical hopping frog, testing yourself for artificial intelligence, and writing the first bill of robot rights. Readers will also find out which gross and scary jobs only robots can do, how nanobots could battle bugs inside the human body, and why self-driving cars might save lives.Through quirky stories, infographic data dumps, and entertaining activities, readers will discover all there is to know about robots and artificial intelligence.Trade Review'Offer[s] younger readers basic understandings of how mechanical motion is generated, algorithmic programming, and present and future possibilities while keeping the tone light with jolly interjections and talking heads exchanging robot jokes throughout' - Kirkus Reviews

    15 in stock

    £13.49

  • Balloons Over Broadway

    Clarion Books Balloons Over Broadway

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisFrom Caldecott Honor artist Melissa Sweet comes the perfect Thanksgiving Day picture book. Let''s have a parade!Meet the master puppeteer who invented the first balloons for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Melissa Sweet brings to life the inspirational story of the puppeteer who invented the giant balloons floating in the sky during the annual parade celebrating Thanksgiving. The Caldecott Honor artist brilliantly captures the essence of Tony Sarg, a self-taught immigrant with a fascinating imagination.The collage illustrations coupled with Sweet’s storytelling portray Sarg’s joy in his childhood inventions and his ingenious balloon creations that still bring delight to viewers around the country. This nonfiction illustrated book will capture the hearts of all ages.“This clever marriage of information and illustration soars high.” (Kirkus starred review)

    1 in stock

    £15.29

  • The Worlds Most Magnificent Machines

    Faber & Faber The Worlds Most Magnificent Machines

    1 in stock

    Book SynopsisA beautiful and thrilling round-up of 32 of the best Magnificent Machines from across history by Blue Peter award-winning David Long.The longest ship ever built, the heaviest digger and the largest aeroplane, the world's first working motorcar, and its most expensive one. What machines like these have in common is that they all say a lot about the inventiveness and imagination of the people who conceived and created them. Some of them are useful, others are just a bit of fun, but the best ones are truly magnificent, and fascinating to discover.Designed to drive faster, fly higher, carry more cargo or in the case of space rockets travel hundreds of thousands of miles to places no-one has ever been before, not every idea has worked but the best have been inspired and inspirational, and in a few cases they have gone on to change the world. It is the human stories and atmospheric art that make this a book to actually re

    1 in stock

    £18.00

  • What Is the Story of Transformers

    Penguin Putnam Inc What Is the Story of Transformers

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £7.59

  • Planes Board Book

    HarperCollins Publishers Inc Planes Board Book

    2 in stock

    Book SynopsisChildren explore the many ways we use airplanes, from seaplanes to crop dusters to planes that write messages in the sky. Byron Barton's Planes "will delight the youngest, and have enough meat for older preschoolers and beginning readers."—Kirkus ReviewsSupports the Common Core State Standards

    2 in stock

    £8.72

  • The Farm That Feeds Us A year in the life of an

    Quarto Publishing PLC The Farm That Feeds Us A year in the life of an

    10 in stock

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    10 in stock

    £15.18

  • DK Super Readers Level 3 Magnets

    DK DK Super Readers Level 3 Magnets

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisIs it magic? No, it’s science! Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the magic of magnets - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress.Magnets is a beautifully designed reader all about the magnetic force - how it works, what it does, and what it is used for. The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the science of magnets, as well as some fun facts and magic tricks using them!

    10 in stock

    £12.74

  • DK Super Readers Level 3 Magnets

    10 in stock

    £5.90

  • El libro de los transportes Cars Trains Ships and

    DK El libro de los transportes Cars Trains Ships and

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisEmprende un viaje sin igual por tierra, mar y cielo con esta guía de transportes repleta de imágenes increíbles y datos fascinantes.¿Alguna vez te preguntaste cómo eran los primeros autos?¿O cuántas personas viajaron al espacio?¿Cuántos metros puede descender un submarino? El libro de los transportes responde a esta y muchas otras preguntas. Descubre todo sobre el fascinante mundo de los transportes, desde minimotores y helicópteros hasta modernos buques de guerra y trenes de alta velocidad- Texto informativo y accesible - Un enfoque altamente visual para el mejor aprendizaje- Combinación diagramas coloridos con infografías- Incluye líneas temporales que cuentan la historia del transporte desde la primera rueda hasta los últimos híbridos Con más de 1000 imágenes increíbles y datos curiosos, esta enciclopedia infanti

    10 in stock

    £22.49

  • Wheels Cars Cogs Carousels and Other Things That

    Kingfisher Wheels Cars Cogs Carousels and Other Things That

    10 in stock

    Book SynopsisDiscover how wheels make the world go round! This fact-packed book takes young readers on a colorful journey through the subject of wheels of all kinds, from Roman chariots to driverless cars, via roller coasters, cogs and gears, monster trucks, and much more. Find out about wheels that whiz you around at fairgrounds, how to ride downhill on a penny-farthing, and why wheels can even help you decorate your bedroom!With Fatti Burke's quirky and colorful illustrations, Wheels is a wonderful journey of discovery.

    10 in stock

    £14.44

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