Children’s / Teenage reference: Subject-specific reference

Book SynopsisTrade ReviewDK presents a readily accessible guide to fill in the blanks and help educate younger readers on the components, cells and organs that comprise us. Well-drawn 3D illustrations play a key role, reinforced by diagrams, infographics, tables and text to present a vast amount of information in a welcoming format. Recommended for budding scientists. * How it Works *My daughter is very interested in her body and bodily functions and this book help us answer all her questions... Each part of the body is warmly described in accurate details. It's definitely one of my daughter's favourite books -- Parent with child age 8 * Toppsta *This is an absolutely wonderful encyclopedia for older children. It is beautifully laid out with extremely engaging illustrations... I can see this book being a tremendous resource for my daughter over the coming years and one that we use on a regular basis -- Parent with child age 8 * Toppsta *An excellent educational book -- Parent with child age 7 * Toppsta *I shall be taking this book along with me to school to use... as I think it will be really helpful during biology classes. The human body is amazing. Always so many things to learn. Even my mum has enjoyed reading this book with me too -- Child age 11 * Toppsta *A spectacularly visual feast for the eyes and the mind! What an extraordinary book and probably the best book on the human body I have ever read -- Parent with child age 9 * Toppsta *Both my daughter and I found this book extremely fascinating and easy to read. The whole book is bright and engaging with lots of pictures and descriptions of how our body works -- Parent with child age 7 * Toppsta *

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Book SynopsisThe experts at National Geographic present a delightful reference that introduces young children to bugs of all kinds: big and small, jumping and crawling, colorful and creepy. This charming book explores backyard favorites, such as ladybugs and lightning bugs, and introduces kids to more exotic species that inhabit rain forests and deserts around the world. Colorful photos are paired with profiles of each insect, along with facts about the creatures'' sizes, diets, homes, and more. This book will quickly become a favorite at storytime, bedtime, and any other time!

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Book SynopsisThe home of trusted English learner''s dictionaries for everyday language learning.Collins Easy Learning Grammar and Punctuation is an accessible guide to English grammar and punctuation.With clear, concise explanations on everything from adverbs to word order, and from apostrophes to semicolons, this book is indispensable for understanding correct usage.Fully updated based on extensive corpus research, the second edition of Collins Easy Learning Grammar and Punctuation is a uniquely helpful guide to all areas of English grammar and punctuation, providing clear guidance through the intricacies of the English language.Each grammatical and punctuation point is clearly described in a user-friendly format that combines explanations with examples from modern English.Trade Review.

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Book SynopsisTrees are amazing, and this first picture book is the perfect introduction for kids keen to learn more about them. In a supersized lightweight format, the book can be read on the floor, held up by a teacher or parent to show and share with a group, and enjoyed by all children whether alone or with others. Thematic spreads introduce incredible trees of all kinds, including lots of the most popular and well-known varieties that children might recognize, as well as intriguing and unusual species to find out about. Beautiful large illustrations by expert natural history artists are full of detail, and there is a bonus at the back of the book with an entire pictorial forest of even more trees to explore!

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Book SynopsisHut!Read all about today's greatest gridiron stars in this exciting book full of action-packed photos. Stars of the NFL includes profiles of 28 top players. This includes great quarterbacks like Jalen Hurts and Patrick Mahomes, other offensive powerhouses like Tyreek Hill and Travis Kelce, defensive mainstays like Aaron Donald and T. J. Watt, and special team standouts like Justin Tucker.Learn about their life stories, their unique styles of play, and their defining moments on the field. Brimming with colourful photos and key stats, Stars of the NFL joins Abbeville's growing lineup of sports books for young readers, including Stars of World Soccer, Stars of the NBA, and Stars of Major League Baseball.

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Book SynopsisWinner of Best Book, Publication, or Recording prize at the Falstaff Awards 2015 and shortlisted for the 2016 SLA Information Book Award.This innovative dictionary is written by leading experts in linguistics and Shakespeare, David and Ben Crystal. It provides students with invaluable support while they read and understand Shakespeare''s plays. Key features include:• Over 4000 difficult words explained with clear definitions from the 12 most-studied plays including Macbeth, Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night''s Dream, and Henry V• Language and usage notes include fascinating insights into Shakespeare''s world and the Elizabethan theatre• 24 full colour illustrated pages on themes such as dress, armour, maps, music and more, bringing Shakespearean times to life• Easy to use with its clear signposting, accessible design, and expertly levelled contemporary look and feel• For children aged 11-16 and a great supporting resource for GCSE preparationTrade Review"Sometimes you find a book and think, 'Why didn't someone do this years ago?' The answer is probably that no-one else could have approached the job or seen it through to completion so magnificently. This is much more than a valuable resource to make Shakespeare's vocabulary accessible to students; it is so crammed with delicious snippets that it is a delight to browse." * UK Literacy Association (UKLA) *"Savvy navigation tools, skilful indexing and clever colour coded referencing." * The BookBag *"Guaranteed to enhance enjoyment and understanding of Shakespeare's work." * Parents In Touch *"Stunningly useful book" * The Guardian *"A modern and dynamic approach to Shakespeare's language usage" * Editing Matters *"It is not only scholarly and comprehensive, it is hugely enjoyable" * Books for Keeps *"A charming and deliciously meaty book, it's a must for every primary and secondary English and Drama classroom in my view, and essential for the school library too." * Susan Elkin, The School Librarian *"It's a joyful celebration as much as an aid to teaching and learning and affectionate as it is scholarly" * Teach Secondary *

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Book SynopsisThe only encyclopedia for kids ages 5 and up that covers the subjects of human geography, physical geography, and geology together in one inspiring book.Covering essential curriculum areas such as human geography, physical geography, geology, and ecology, First Earth Encyclopedia is a comprehensive introduction to the world around us and answers questions including: how does our planet work; what shapes it; and how do people use Earth''s resources? Kids can explore fascinating topics including where and how people live, weather, world environments, how to use maps, and the way our planet is changing. Perfect for school, home, and just for fun, First Earth Encyclopedia is the ideal first encyclopedia about Planet Earth.

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Book SynopsisThis beautiful book is the latest addition to the National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book series. These colorful pages will introduce young children to the wonders of space, with colorful illustrations by David Aguilar and simple text that is perfect for beginning readers or for reading aloud. The book will explain basic concepts of space, beginning with what is most familiar to kids and expanding out into the universe.Chapters include: • Chapter 1 focuses on the Earth, moon, and sun.  • Chapter 2 introduces kids to the other planets in our solar system.  • Chapter 3 explains other objects in our solar system, such as dwarf planets, comets, and asteroid belts.  • Chapter 4 voyages even farther afield, touching on concepts such as the universe, the Milky Way, stars, galaxies, and black holes.  • The last chapter delves into space exploration: humans on the moon, spaceships, the International Spac

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Book SynopsisPreschoolers are full of Where? questions, and this next book in the best-selling Little Kids First Big Book series is full of fascinating and often surprising answers for them.This charming reference book zeroes in on location, location, location. More than 200 colorful photos are paired with age-appropriate text featuring answers to questions like, Where does the sky end? Where is the highest mountain? and, Where was ice cream invented? Containing several kid-friendly maps designed to expand the learning experience, this book inspires kids to be curious, ask questions, and explore the world around them.

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Book SynopsisBug Clubï s Comics for Phonics are designed to support children with their reading practice and are packed with characters they will love. Finely leveled and 100% decodableComics with kid-cred to motivate even the most reluctant readerWell-structured with a clear pace and progression to get all children reading by 6Includes non-words for plenty of blending practice

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Book SynopsisThe third in our award-winning Atlas series, following Dinosaur Atlas and Animal Atlas, Lonely Planet Kids’ Bug Atlas focuses on the magical miniature world of creepy crawlies. Continent by continent, we take a tour around the globe to uncover fascinating bugs, insects, scorpions, spiders and other icky things that live around, alongside - and often even on - us.Maps show where the critters live, while gatefolds and flaps open to reveal their wonderful, and sometimes very weird, mini lives. From spiders the size of dinner plates, stick insects as long as golf clubs and mega-ant colonies that stretch across countries to cannibal mantises, zombie ants, giant millipedes, beautiful butterflies, shiny iridescent beetles and more, this is a fascinating, in-depth exploration of the world of bugs.As with previous titles in this series, Bug Atlas features a mixture of art and photography, densely packed with information and illustrated with incredible images.Features include: Detailed maps of every continent showing where all the fascinating bugs live. Data boxes for each amazing species, listing its name, size, habitat, diet and more. Life-size elements, both big and small, showing you just how enormous a goliath-bird eating spider is (you don’t want to know) to tiny bugs that share our homes almost unnoticed. Incredible macro photography revealing the minute detail of these minibeasts Animal Adaptations – Showing how each species is perfectly adapted for its environment, including the amazing camouflage of leaf insects. 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 travelers, 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 SynopsisTake a closer look inside Earth with this incredible board book about our planet, with see-through acetate pages. Have you ever thought about how amazing our world is? What happens deep under the Earth's surface? How do volcanoes form? And how does our planet stay a healthy place for us to live? Children will love discovering the answers with amazing see-through pages and clear, friendly text. With labelled acetate diagrams - from outer space to super soil - alongside human and animal life too, this is a fantastic first look at our world for curious children everywhere.From weather systems to the water cycle, The Earth Book is an exciting way to explore all the amazing things our planet does.Other books in the series: The Body Book and The Tree Book

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Book Synopsis"Chords for Kids" is a handy resource for children and early learners of guitar and keyboard. Chords are one of the most important ways that children can learn about music. They provide a fast route into playing with others and encourage a feeling for structure and composition. The simple and clean layout provides chord diagrams on each spread, for both guitar and keyboard, allowing a parent or teacher to explain easily. Using a simple tab-per-key approach, it covers all of the basic chords in each key, including majors, minors, triads, fourths, sixths, sevenths and ninths. Some variations are included at the back for further exploration.

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Book SynopsisThe latest collection of terrific trivia from the bestselling author of WHY EATING BOGEYS IS GOOD FOR YOU and double Blue Peter Best Book with Facts Award winner.The answers to these incredible questions will boggle your brain!Can rocks have snot?Why do doughnuts have holes in the middle?Could a human child ever be raised by animals?What have hyenas got to laugh about?And why is it impossible to belch after blast-off?!

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Book SynopsisDiscover everything you''ve ever wanted to know about space in a stellar book for aspiring experts, featuring exclusive astronomical insights and info from National Geographic explorer and astrophysicist Munazza Alam!Ready to go on an out-of-this world adventure? Travel across the Milky Way and into new galaxies to explore every corner of space so YOU can become an absolute expert. Get up close to the sun and moon, asteroids and comets. Learn about the Oort Cloud, supernovas, black holes, and rockets and other spacecraft. Discover the incredible work of astronauts, astronomers, physicists, and other cool space scientists. On this journey across the universe, you''ll make your way from our familiar home here on Earth to planets and solar systems that are many light-years away. Rub elbows with the stars on this cosmic adventure complete with special features, sidebars, wacky trivia, and more.

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Book SynopsisCan Dennis, Gnasher and the crew catch Bea in time before Dennis’s parents get home and find out she’s missing?Trade Review“The first thing I ever picked up to read for pleasure was The Beano.” – David Walliams

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Book SynopsisDelve into the world of the four Hogwarts school houses - Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, and Ravenclaw - in this enchanting guide featuring recent LEGO Harry Potter sets and minifigures. Learn all about the Sorting Ceremony, when each young witch and wizard is put in the house they naturally belong to.Explore the magical world of Hogwart''s houses:- Key characters, locations, events, and items.- Presents the Hogwarts founders and their history.- Comes with an exclusive Percy Weasley minifigure in his prefect robes.Find out about the four founders of Hogwarts and the personality traits associated with each house''s students. From Ron Weasley to Draco Malfoy, learn which house your favourite LEGO Harry Potter minifigures are in, and discover fun facts about students, teachers, creatures, and locations. Explore the school''s magical classrooms, the cosy Gryffindor common room, and the Great Hall with its house tables. Plus, join stu

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Book SynopsisIntroduce young readers to some of the world''s most interesting and important people in this bold and lively first biography book. More than 100 colorful photos are paired with age-appropriate text featuring profiles of each person, along with fascinating facts about about their accomplishments and contributions. This book inspires kids about a world of possibilities and taps into their natural curiosity about fascinating role models from education advocate Malala Yousafzai to astronaut Neil Armstrong.

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Book SynopsisFrom the #1 New York Times bestselling World Almanac comes a full‑color, full‑of‑fun book with answers to your questions about everything under the sun––and beyond it! Why do we have eyebrows? What are the odds of being struck by lightning? Why do sports referees wear black and white stripes? Why do we eat popcorn at the movies? Everyone wants to understand the world around them. And everyone knows the best way to do that is to ask a ton of questions! The World Almanac Book of Why seeks to give answers to every curious query, from the serious to the silly. Pages full of information, full-color photos, and dynamic design details will keep readers engaged and eager to discover answers to questions they have asked before––and maybe even answers to questions they would have never thought to ask.

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Book SynopsisLord Robert Winston is Professor of Science and Society and Emeritus Professor of Fertility Studies at Imperial College London. Robert is one of a kind - a world-renowned scientist, television presenter, and writer, who has combined groundbreaking academic work with an ability to communicate ideas and understanding to the general public. He has used his expertise to contribute towards numerous DK books including Inventors (2020), Ask a Scientist (2019), Science Squad (2018), Home Lab (2016), and Utterly Amazing Human Body (2015).

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Book SynopsisDiscover the secrets of biology, from the simplest life forms through the astonishing variety of animal and plant life.Basher Science: Biology is a compelling guide to a community of characters who come together to keep life moving. Learn why mitochondria are the powerhouse of the cell, then zoom out to discover fascinating facts about reptiles and jellyfish. Each part of the human body is spotlighted, from your brain down to your toenails, helping readers understand how we see, move, digest food and more!Basher's unique illustrations combine with chatty, first-person text by expert author Dan Green to hook even the most reluctant readers and help them to understand the science behind the headlines.

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Book SynopsisWant to dive into The High Republic era of the Star Wars galaxy, but don''t know where to start? Look no further! Centuries before the fall of Anakin Skywalker and rise of the Galactic Empire, the noble and wise Jedi Knights must face frightening new threats to themselves, the galaxy, and the Force itself! Meet the brave Jedi, ruthless Nihil marauders, cutthroat mercenaries, and evil monsters who call this era of the galaxy home.Featuring more than 250 characters from The High Republic publishing initiative, this character encyclopedia is a perfect introduction to an exciting new era of Star Wars storytelling. AND 2023 LUCASFILM LTD.

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Book SynopsisLevel: KS2Subject: EnglishSuitable for 2026 SATsGet ready for SATs with targeted practice questionsBoost children's test-taking confidence by using the realistic SATs-style questions included in this Key Stage 2 English SATs Question Book by Collins. Specifically designed to get children ready for the Spelling SAT (Paper 2), this book covers all the content and skills that children will be tested on. Regular progress tests are included throughout to check understanding every step of the way. An audio download is provided to ensure children are prepared for success ahead of their SATs. Answers and marking schemes are included too. For more SATs revision books, try our KS2 Reading SATs Question Book (9780008201593) or the KS2 Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling SATs Question Book (9780008201609) for extra SATs practice.

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Book SynopsisPacked with fun facts for kids, this book helps your child in discovering all about marine life from whales and turtles to clownfish and tang, from jellyfish and octopus to seagulls and pelicans.

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Book SynopsisJourney through a mammoth timeline, richly illustrated with over 1500 photos, maps and illustrations. Written in association with the esteemed Smithsonian Museum.A beautiful visual reference book with key events of world history, written in an elementary language for budding historians.Take chronological steps through human history, starting long before we even began to write. Learn about significant global events like the rise of different societies, revolutions, invasions, and new discoveries. Meet the most memorable people from history books including charismatic leaders, brutal dictators, influential thinkers, and innovative scientists.Written with kids ages 9 to 12 in mind, this book uses unpretentious language and gives straightforward fun facts. The Child Of The Time feature encourages young people to imagine themselves in the past and lets them know that children had a place in history. Older readers will love this engaging educational book too

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Book SynopsisTake a tour of the animal kingdom and learn everything there is to know about the wildlife that inhabit the Earth in this complete guide to animals.Introducing Animal Ultimate Handbook, the latest title in DK''s Ultimate Handbook series which takes you on a journey of a lifetime as you discover some of the world''s most incredible mammals, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Whether you are trekking through the hot and humid rainforest, exploring the dark depths of the ocean, or climbing the snow-capped, icy mountains, you will learn all about some of the extraordinary animals that live on Earth.This ultimate kids'' factbook book includes must-know facts and stats about more than 200 species of animal, from where they live to how they communicate with one another, and much, much more. With modern, detailed illustrations and unique information confirmed by our own animal expert, this book is perfect for inquisitive, young animal-lovers.Ex

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Book SynopsisMeet the coolest, funniest, and quirkiest LEGO MinifiguresDiscover fun facts, jokes, play ideas, and build inspiration from your favorite collectible LEGO Minifigures.Take on a LEGO rocket speed-building challenge with Space Fan.Find out Party Clown''s funniest joke.Build your perfect pet with Pug Costume Guy.Learn a fun real-world fact about the fastest time to eat a pizza from Pizza Costume Guy.And much more!2022 The LEGO Group.

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Book SynopsisShari Last - after studying film at university and spending lots of her time watching films, Shari Last was lucky enough to find herself writing books about films. Now a mum to four young boys, her knowledge of Star Wars, LEGO, and Marvel comes in useful on a daily basis.

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Book SynopsisLord Robert Winston is Professor of Science and Society and Emeritus Professor of Fertility Studies at Imperial College London. Robert is one of a kind - a world-renowned scientist who has combined groundbreaking academic work with an ability to communicate ideas and understanding to the general public.

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Book SynopsisBe inspired by Football Legend, Cole Palmer!

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Book SynopsisJoin political buff David McCullagh and illustrator Graham Corcoran as they guide you through all the things that make our country work. Why do we have a president and a Taoiseach? What is the Seanad and why can only some citizens vote in its elections? Who makes the rules for Ireland and how are they enforced? And what do we do if we want to change them?Learn what it means to be a citizen and the positive role you can play by helping others, protecting what works and creating change in the world you live in.The latest book in the Gill Books series of important topics tackled by experts, this engaging guide demystifies political systems, elections, voting and government, and explores issues including human rights, freedom of speech and fake news. With clear text and bright illustrations, this book is for anyone who wants to understand

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Book SynopsisNever Mind the B#ll*cks, Here's the Science is Professor Luke O'Neill's biggest runaway bestseller in which he grapples with life''s biggest questions and tells us what science has to say about them. Now adapted for children, Show Me the Scienceasks the same questions do we have control over our lives? can we escape working in terrible jobs? why do we need vaccinations? are men's and women''s brains different? will we destroy the planet? and encourages children to apply a scientific mindset in attempting to answer them.Covering topics from global pandemics to artificial intelligence, this is a celebration of science and all the brilliant answers it can offer us for a budding generation of professors!

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Book SynopsisEngaging exploration answering questions about God that Christians believe inTable of Contents1 Does God exist?.............. 82 Was the world made in seven days?............. 103 Did Adam and Eve really exist?..................... 124 Was Jesus an imaginary person?.................... 145 Why is Jesus known as the Son of God?................. 176 Who is God the Holy Spirit?.207 What is the Trinity?....... 228 Who were the first Christians?................ 249 What is heaven like?........ 2610 Does God really forgive everything?................ 2811 Why do believers say that God is love?............... 3112 Why is the Bible called the Word of God?........... 3313 Is the Bible historically accurate?.................. 3614 Who wrote the Gospels?..... 3815 Was Jesus born at midnight on 25 December?... 4016 Didn’t Jesus have unusual friends?........... 4317 What were Jesus’ commandments?............. 4718 Did Jesus really do miracles?................. 4919 Are parables coded messages?................. 5120 What proves that Jesus really died?.............. 5321 Were the apostles cowards?.5622 Who invented prayer?...... 5823 How does God answer prayers?.................. 6124 What are the signs of Christians?............... 6325 What is the difference between the church and the Church?................ 6526 How is Christianity different to other religions?................. 6827 What does God want for people?................... 70More useful words........... 77Index........................ 78

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Book SynopsisYoung readers can discover the marvels of the animal kingdom with this this delightfully illustrated full-colour guide. From the bottom of the oceans to the skies above us, our planet is killed with millions of incredible creatures. This fact-packed hardback book is full of incredible knowledge about these animals, from their hunting tactics to habitats. Young readers can follow the life cycle of a frog, discover why bats squeak and explore the coral reef. They can also try the practical activities included such as collecting animal footprints and making a mini wildlife pond. Find out about: • Different types of creatures from around the world. • How animals live together in packs and herds. • How animals adapt to their natural habitats. • How we can help endangered species.With clear text, vibrant visuals, and a glossary of key terms, this beautifully illustrated hardback is an engaging and accessib

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Book SynopsisScared of speaking in public? You're not alone! Written by a former teacher and poetry slam coach, Fearless Public Speakinghelps tweens and teens feel more comfortable and confident in front of a crowd. With a funny, friendly, slightly irreverent approach, Jones covers it all: how to write your speech, deliver it, use any necessary audiovisual equipment, and even troubleshoot when things go wrong.

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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 SynopsisCultures all over the world have great heroes and heroines whose exploits have made them the stuff of legend. In this wondrously illustrated atlas, explore some of the great figures of mythology and their incredible exploits. From Heracles of Greece, to Maui of the Pacific, to the Empress Jingu of Japan, The Atlas of Heroes and Heroines is full of fascinating stories of bravery and cunning.From the author and illustrator of The Atlas of Monsters.Trade ReviewChildren will respond well to the personal approach of this book, which gives it a good structure and purpose. Alicea has to give a speech at school, and decides to use Aunt Helena's wonderful adventures as its basis. STarting in Ancient Greece and moving on to emcompass the whole world, Aunt Helena's adventures are full of interest. In this atlas, superbly illustrated by Stuart Hill, children will explore many of the great figures of mythology and their incredible exploits. From Heracles of Greece, to Maui of the Pacific, to the Empress Jingu of Japan, this lovely book is full of fascinating stories of bravery and cunning. The presentation and writing style is excellent and will really engage children's attention; the range of heroes (including heroines, of course) is fabulous. Good to see an index included so children can revisit favourites. * Parents in Touch *Put on your pith helmet and get your compass ready as we join a young girl preparing to follow in the footstep of her long-lost great aunt who set out to discover the legendary heroes and heroines of world mythology. London author and journalist Sandra Lawrence and illustrator and designer Stuart Hill - creators of the wonderful Atlas of Monsters - have once again combined their talents on this fascinating, giant-sized atlas which explores cultures from all over the world in the form of an exciting adventure story. Alicea has unearthed papers revealing the daring exploits of her Great Great Aunt Helena, an explorer who packed sheepskin vest, flying helmet and goggles, and set out on an epic journey to track down famous heroes. Using maps, fascinating facts and notes from Helena's journal, we travel with Alicea from Greece, the Middle East and Africa to other amazing destinations like China, Japan, the Pacific, Australia, New Zealand, North and South America, and then back to Britain and Europe. Along the way we meet some of these countries' mythological legends and learn all about their incredible exploits. From Heracles of Greece and Maui of the Pacific, to the Empress Jingu of Japan and our own famous sorcerer Merlin, Alicea discovers fantastical stories of bravery, magic and cunning while cracking codes and ciphers. Beautifully designed and illustrated, this globe-trotting, fact-finding extravaganza is entertaining, accessible and perfectly formed for curious, adventure-loving children and adults. * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisThis beautifully illustrated collection tells the awe-inspiring stories of 50 women who have pushed the boundaries of human excellence and endeavour. Standing out for their achievements in sport, science, the arts, politics, and history, these women have made huge contributions to today's society. Featuring incredible women from the past and present such as Beyoncé, Sheryl Sandberg, Mary Anning, Emmeline Pankhurst and Malala Yousafzai. The Anthology of Amazing Women is a wonderful read for anyone wanting to read up on the incredible women who have lived and changed our lives.Trade Review'Sandra Lawrence's Anthology of Amazing Women is a gripping, moving collection of stories of 50 women who have changed the world for the better - complete with stunning illustrations.' * The Week *

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Book SynopsisIt's in our galleries, on our streets and even in our homes.Join Keith, a world-renowned art historian (who also happens to be an ostrich), on a journey outside the gallery walls in search of the true meaning of art.This extraordinary introduction to art history encourages children to see things from a different angle, challenge their own ideas, and most importantly have fun. After all, art isn't just for experts, it's for everyone to enjoy!

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Book SynopsisIn this exciting new series from Priddy Books, Priddy Explorers, children can learn about fascinating subjects in a fun and accessible way. Each book has a different Priddy Explorer, a child who guides the reader through the topic they are learning about.Explore the wonders of the Sharks and other creatures of the deep in Priddy Explorers: Sharks. This beautiful book is full of exciting information, fascinating photographs, and colourful illustrations of sharks, fish, and the deep oceans they live in. Children can learn what makes a shark a shark, how sea creatures protect themselves from predators, how different types of sea creatures live, and much more. The specially commissioned illustrations and stunning photographs help children understand each topic and provide hours of fun.

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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 SynopsisTravel back in time and use your super scanner to reveal the secrets of the dinosaurs, from the amazing survival skills of tiny Compsognathus, to the sheer power of a T. rex's jaws

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Book SynopsisThe home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use.The perfect word reference for daily use with 300,000 synonyms and antonyms. Contains practical usage notes, and a fantastic crossword-solving supplement, this is the ideal thesaurus to take your language use and knowledge further.Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, with all the words and alternatives you might need, as well as a huge choice of opposites.The clear, accessible layout makes the thesaurus easy to use and ensures users can find the language they need when they need it.

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Book SynopsisAssisted by his knight, Sir Cumference, and using ideas offered by his wife and son, King Arthur finds the perfect shape for his table

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