Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

Book SynopsisLearn how to collect the evidence and crack the case in Basher’s eye-opening guide to the world of forensic science.- What secrets do Tyre Track, Fingerprint and Bloodspatter hold?- How do DNA Collection and DNA Profiling help identify criminals?- Why are maggots, flies and beetles Forensic Entomologist’s best friends?With age-appropriate real-world examples, Basher’s world of forensic science has the answers to these questions, and more. Every crime scene is laced with traces left behind by the people doing wrong. Bagged, tagged and analysed, these traces help investigators work out how a crime unfolded. From Protective Clothing and Ballistics to Autopsy and Fire Investigator, Basher introduces the key players at the crime scene, back in the lab or out in the field. Look inside to get the lowdown on their crime-solving skills!Perfect for home or school, Basher's highly original books have sold over 3 million copies worldw

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Book SynopsisRob Colson is an author and editor of a wide range of books for children and adults, including many natural history, maths, and science titles. Previous titles as author: Ultimate Cars, Ultimate Machines and Super Science. Other titles include Bone Collection: Animals, Puzzles, Conundrums, and Enigmas.Moreno Chiacchiera is an Italian illustrator who has published dozens of history, maths, and science books for children. His bright, busy artworks are full of intriguing details that children love to explore in great depth.

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Book SynopsisRob Colson is an author and editor of a wide range of books for children and adults, including many natural history, math, and science titles. Previous titles as author: Ultimate Cars, Ultimate Machines; Super Science. Other titles: Bone Collection: Animals, Puzzles, Conundrums, and Enigmas.Moreno Chiacchiera is an Italian illustrator who has published dozens of history, math, and science books for children. His bright, busy artworks are full of intriguing details that children love to explore in great depth.

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Book SynopsisThe animal kingdom is brought to life in Pop-Up Planet: Animals! Journey across five of Earth's most incredible habitats, including an African savannah, a tropical rainforest, a scorching desert, a leafy forest and the freezing poles. Meet the wildlife wonders that live there - from trumpeting elephants and chattering monkeys to fuzzy bees and hungry big cats. Five large pop-up scenes showcase children's favourite creatures and the accompanying spotters' guides reveal the animals in even more detail. Young readers will love exploring each scene as animals of all shapes and sizes pop up.Fascinating facts and eye-catching illustrations by Dragan Kordic will delight and entertain even the most reluctant reader. A perfect gift to read together as you discover the wonderful world of animals.Discover more pop-ups with the other titles in the series - Pop-Up Planet: Dinosaurs and Pop-Up Planet: Oceans.

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Book SynopsisCarole Stott has written more than twenty books on astronomy and space including Kingfisher Knowledge: Stars and Planets, I Wonder Why: Stars Twinkle and Astronomy. Before turning to full-time writing, she was curator and then the head of the observatory at the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, England.Marie-Ève Tremblay is an award-winning illustrator based in Montreal, Canada. She finds inspiration for her work in her trips abroad, in nature and encounters in everyday life. She has illustrated numerous children's books as well as for magazines and television.

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Book SynopsisThe bestselling I Wonder Why series has the answers to all the questions you’ve ever wanted to ask about the natural world, history, space, and more!Which bird flies underwater? Is the Red Sea really red? How deep is the ocean? Learn the answers to these questions and more in I Wonder Why: The Sea is Salty, a fascinating question-and-answer book all about seas and oceans. Award-winning children's author Anita Ganeri makes learning about the natural world fun with her accessible and entertaining style, and information is presented in bite-sized nuggets, making it ideal for dipping in and out.Bright illustrations by Gareth Lucas bring the seas and oceans to life, from sharks and dolphins to pirate ships and underwater volcanoes. Dive in and discover strange underwater creatures beyond your imagination, and fascinating facts about our relationship with this watery world.

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Book SynopsisRob Colson is an author and editor of a wide range of books for children and adults, including many natural history, maths, and science titles. Previous titles as author: Ultimate Cars, Ultimate Machines and Super Science. Other titles include Bone Collection: Animals, Puzzles, Conundrums, and Enigmas.Moreno Chiacchiera is an Italian illustrator who has published dozens of history, math, and science books for children. His bright, busy artworks are full of intriguing details that children love to explore in great depth.

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Book SynopsisThis essential title from award-winning author Clive Gifford provides children with all the information they need to know how the world works!We are surrounded by amazing things in the natural world, and we live in an age of exciting advances in science, engineering and technology. But do we really understand how and why things happen the way they do? This book explains all!- Witness the formation of Earth and the evolution of living things- See how animals and plants have adapted to live in every corner of the planet- Learn how ancient people lived and created their technology- Discover today’s incredible scientific and eco-friendly advancesCovering a range of children's favourite subjects, including space, nature, wildlife, dinosaurs, volcanoes, technology and much more, How the World Works is guaranteed to provide the answers to a world of tricky How? and Why? questions!

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Book SynopsisDiscover how to write like a pro with this concise, witty guide to grammar and punctuation for students of the English language.Basher Basics: Punctuation is a compelling guide to a community of characters who make up a sentence, from loud-mouthed Exclamation Mark to the chattering Quotation Marks. Learn the difference between a dash and a hyphen, and the best place to use an ellipsis. Basher's unique illustrations combine with chatty, first-person text by expert author Mary Budzik to hook even the most reluctant readers and help them to understand the rules of the English language. Perfect for home or school, Basher's highly original books make difficult concepts tangible, understandable and even lovable. With sales of over 3 million copies around the world, they are a brilliant way to communicate science, history and geography.

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Book SynopsisDive into the wonders of the world's oceans in this incredible guide to the tides, beaches and creatures that call them home. Basher Science: Oceans is a compelling guide to a community of characters who make up the world's oceans and cover almost three-quarters of Earth. Learn how tides are influenced by the Moon and the role of ocean currents in keeping the oceans healthy. Discover the creatures that lurk in the dark ocean depths from the sharp-toothed angler fish to the squishy sea cucumber, and learn more about favourite animals like dolphins, narwhals and penguins.Finally, see the impact that humans are having on the oceans, from scientific expeditions to the dangers of pollution.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.Perfect for home or school, Basher's highly

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Book SynopsisLearn about the amazing research that is revolutionizing biology, from advances in medicine to genetic engineering.- Is there an animal that can survive in outer space?- How long does a face transplant take?- Can we 3D print new organs?Meet the world’s toughest bacterium and a biologically immortal flatworm whilst learning about epigenetics, superbugs, nanomedicine and cloning. Extreme Biology is a compelling guide to developments at the very forefront of science – a must-read for anyone wishing to understand, and engage with, modern biology.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. This is the ideal companion to Basher Science: Biology and other titles in the Basher Science series.

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Book SynopsisAndrew Charman has written more than fifty books for young children, including Kingfisher's I Wonder Why Leaves Change Colour. He lives in Wales with his wife and son.Gareth Lucas is an illustrator and designer from Essex, England. After studying at Brighton and Central Saint Martin's Art Schools, he has worked on a variety of children's books centred around the natural world. In 2016, he was the winner of the Sainsbury's Childrens Book Awards for Peekaboo A to Z.

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Book SynopsisWhether for a school concert, a fancy dress party or just to relieve the boredom of a rainy day, choose from more than 50 projects to quickly update your everyday clothes and accessories.

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Book SynopsisThe second book in a magical middle grade adventure series, inspired by The Arabian Nights and perfect for readers of Kiran Millwood Hargrave, Michelle Harrison andSophie McKenzie.The Sahar Peninsula lies just beyond the horizon, but it isn''t the easiest place to get to. No maps will take you there, nor can it be charted by gazing up at the stars, or down at a compassFarah is a Moonchild with a very special kind of magic and a jinni of her own. But although she loves her magical animal companion a lizard called Layla Farah isn't entirely convinced that she's cut out for the life of adventure, which seems to bring endless danger!When it becomes clear that Farah and her fellow Moonchildren Leo and Amira have unlocked moon magic that could destroy the Sahar Peninsula, Farah and her friends are thrust into another accidental adventure. And it takes them to a burning desert and another mysterious city which holds deadly secrets of its own Go on more magical adventures in Moonchild: VoyTrade ReviewPraise for A Pocketful of Stars: 'Bushby's debut is poignant and atmospheric' Guardian ‘A gorgeous story of friendship and growing up' Cathy Cassidy 'Moving and heartfelt', Anna James, author of Pages and Co 'A wonderful adventure', The Week Junior Praise for Moonchild: Voyage of the Lost and Found ‘Gorgeous, evocative storytelling', Fiona Noble, The Bookseller ‘Readers will be enchanted and will finish the book dreaming of adventures under sultry night skies.’Books for Keeps 06.08.2020 – ‘You’ll be swept away with Amira on a wonderful adventure.’The Week Junior 15.08.2020 – Book Club’s Book of the Week ‘This captivating adventure is full of magic, mystery and danger.’BookTrust 01.09.2020 ’If you like magic, myths and crazy adventures, then this is the book for you! It made me want to write my own stories too!’ – Emmy (aged nine) in First News

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Book SynopsisMeet a cast of larger-than-life jungle animals in this hilarious cautionary tale about good manners!The animals of the jungle are all very good at sharing and taking turns All except Hog. Hog barges and grabs, yells and stomps. He''s greedy and bad-tempered and terribly, terribly rude.Until, that is, he meets a tiger an impeccably polite toger with very sharp teeth and suddenly the animals see a very different side to HogWith a delicious twist will keep readers guessing . . . and gigglingPerfect for fans of Barbara Throws a Wobbler and Fergal Is Fuming!Trade Review“A hilarious, mordant, exuberantly illustrated picture book about the pitfalls of bad manners.” The Guardian

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Book SynopsisWith tabs to pull and slide, this eco board book is the perfect introduction to green living for little readers!Discover the amazing ways in which we make the energy we need while helping keep our planet clean and safe.What are the different ways to make green energy? Spin the turbine to make wind energy, or open the dam to get energy from water . . . and more!There is so much we can all do to help create sustainable energy, and help protect the planet from harmful waste and depleting resources. Learn all about them in this interactive board book!Perfect for a new generation of mini eco-crusaders!The First Eco Book series helps support early literacy and children's development in various skills: Interactive tabs make for a fun and exciting reading experience Questions encourage children''s comprehension of the story Helps nurture a love of and confidence in reading independentlyAlso available:Green Home

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Book SynopsisA MONSTROUSLY FUNNY NEW VOICE,' MAZ EVANS, WHO LET THE GODS OUT?The second seriously silly adventure in the hilarious series that turns everything you thought you knew about monsters upside down!Perfect for young monster hunters aged 8+ and fans of Sam Copeland, Jenny Pearson and the How to Train Your Dragon seriesWhen the monsters start misbehaving it's a monster hunter's job to sort them out!In their second adventure Jack, his best friend Nancy and Stoop (a grumpy, 200-year-old monster hunter) head up to Scotland after reports of some mysterious monsters causing chaos in an ancient abbey. And maybe they'll even get a glimpse of Nessie! But when they get there they find some obstacles in their path whether that's the fog goblins, disgruntled ghosts, some very odd loch monsters and even a rival monster hunting agency.Oh and there's also an ancient curse that spells THE END OF THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT! A monster hunter's work is never done.Trade Review‘A book that needs to be hunted down immediately!’ Jack Meggitt-Phillips, author of The Beast and the Bethany ‘Frightfully funny and jam-packed full of monstrously amazing illustrations that compliment the text perfectly. A bombardment of brilliance!’ Laura Ellen Anderson, author of the Amelia Fang and Rainbow Grey series ‘A little bit of magic, a touch of fantasy and a whole load of monsters – what’s not to love?’ Irish Examiner ‘You’d be monstrously mad to miss it!’ Lancashire Evening Post Praise for the first book: ‘A monstrously funny new voice,’ Maz Evans, bestselling author of Who Let the Gods Out ‘A funny, fast-paced tale for young adventurers, with gags sharper than a dragon's front teeth,’ David Solomons, award-winning author of My Brother is a Superhero ‘Monster Hunting for Beginners is the best kind of children's book: funny, fast paced and bursting with adventure. The brilliant pictures match the story perfectly. Children are going to gobble this book up!’ Jenny McLachlan, bestselling author of The Land of Roar ‘Ian Mark has created a magnificently hilarious masterpiece of monster proportions. I howled with laughter! The next in the series better come out soon, or I’ll hunt him down like I might the Crusted Hairy Snot Nibbler,’ Jenny Pearson, author of The Super Miraculous Journey of Freddie Yates “This fantastical debut sparkles with energy and a melange of mayhem-making monsters.” Love Reading 4 Kids

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Book SynopsisThe popular story about Little Miss Princess and a very special party is now available in a bigger, deluxe edition in honour of The Queen's Platinum Jubilee!Little Miss Helpful is organising a very special party. A street party with Little Miss Princess as the guest of honour, no less! But Little Miss Helpful isn''t as good at organising things as her name would suggest and so it isn''t long before things start to go wrong especially once Little Miss Naughty gets involved! Packed full with all your favourite Mr Men and Little Miss characters this book is a right royal giggle from start to finish!The Mr Men and Little Miss have been delighting children for generations with their charming and funny antics. Bold illustrations and funny stories make Mr Men and Little Miss the perfect story time experience for children aged two up. Have you met them all?Trade ReviewThe colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971. The IndependentThe timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly. The TelegraphThe Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf. The Telegraph

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Book SynopsisThis timely, moving debut novel follows a teen's efforts to keep his family together as his parents face deportation. Mateo Garcia and his younger sister, Sophie, have been taught to fear one word for as long as they can remember: deportation. Over the past few years, however, the fear that their undocumented immigrant parents could be sent back to Mexico started to fade. Ma and Pa have been in the United States for so long, they have American-born children, and they're hard workers and good neighbors. When Mateo returns from school one day to find that his parents have been taken by ICE, he realizes that his family's worst nightmare has become a reality. With his parents' fate and his own future hanging in the balance, Mateo must figure out who he is and what he is capable of, all as he's forced to question what it means to be an American. Daniel Aleman's Indivisible is a remarkable story—both powerful in its explorations of immigration in America and deeply intimate in its portrait of a teen boy driven by his fierce, protective love for his sister and his parents.

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Book SynopsisAn instant New York Times bestseller! An Indiebound bestseller! An Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature Honor Book!Troublemaker follows the events of the LA Riots through the eyes of 12-year-old Jordan as he navigates school and family. This book will highlight the unique Korean American perspective. 12-year-old Jordan feels like he can't live up to the example his older sister set, or his parent's expectations. When he returns home from school one day hoping to hide his suspension, Los Angeles has reached a turning point. In the wake of the acquittal of the police officers filmed beating Rodney King, as well as the shooting of a young black teen, Latasha Harlins by a Korean store owner, the country is at the precipice of confronting its racist past and present.  As tensions escalate, Jordan's father leaves to check on the family store, spurring Jordan and his friends to embark on a dangerous journey to come to his aide, and come to terms with the racism within and affecting their community.

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Book SynopsisAs the award-winning Arthur TV series reaches its twenty-fifth anniversary, what better way to celebrate America''s favorite aardvark than with this collection of life lessons perfect for graduations and other milestones!Join Arthur and his friends as they share the funniest and most heartfelt moments from the longest running children''s television show in US history and classic book series created by master storyteller Marc Brown. This treasure trove of quotes and life lessons is divided into five sections that will inspire readers of all ages to listen to their hearts, work together, have an original point of view, and most of all, to believe in themselves! Back matter includes behind the scenes information on how the books and series came to be. Featuring over 60 pieces of all-new artwork and a gifty trim size perfect for impulse buys, here is a keepsake perfect for superfans young and old-as well as the next generation being introduced to this beloved everg

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Book Synopsis Fans of Far from the Tree, We Are Okay, and Emergency Contact will love this epic, utterly unforgettable contemporary novel about a lost shipwreck, a missing piece of family history, and weathering the storms of life.    The Larkin family isn't just lucky—they persevere. At least that's what Violet and her younger brother, Sam, were always told. When the Lyric sank off the coast of Maine, their great-great-great-grandmother didn't drown like the rest of the passengers. No, Fidelia swam to shore, fell in love, and founded Lyric, Maine, the town Violet and Sam returned to every summer. But wrecks seem to run in the family: tall, funny, musical Violet can't stop partying with the wrong people. And, one beautiful summer day, brilliant, sensitive Sam attempts to take his own life. Shipped back to Lyric while Sam is in treatment, Violet is haunted by her family's missing piece—the lost shipwreck she and Sam dreamed of discovering when they were children. Desperate to make amends, Violet embarks on a wildly ambitious mission: locate the Lyric, lain hidden in a watery grave for over a century. She finds a fellow wreck hunter in Liv Stone, an amateur local historian whose sparkling intelligence and guarded gray eyes make Violet ache in an exhilarating new way. Whether or not they find the Lyric, the journey Violet takes—and the bridges she builds along the way—may be the start of something like survival.   Epic, funny, and sweepingly romantic, The Last True Poets of the Sea is an astonishing debut about the strength it takes to swim up from a wreck.

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Book SynopsisDale Donavan has heard the same lecture over and over again: Art will get you nowhere in life. A kid with a creative streak, Dale wants nothing more than to doodle, play video games, and create comics forever-maybe even as a full-time job one day. But between his grandfather pushing him to focus on his studies and a school with zero interest in funding arts programs, Dale feels like his future has already been decided for him. That is, until he comes up with the perfect plan: What if he starts an after-school art club, gathers a team of creative students like himself, and proves all the naysayers-his stubborn vice principal in particular-wrong? This might just work, but if the club isn''t financially successful by the end of the semester, the school with shut them down. This may be Dale''s only chance to show the adults in his life that a career as an artist is not just a dream but a possibility!

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Book SynopsisAspiring bakers will embrace this charming picture book about baking pie by using simple math, from one of the world’s most creative and celebrated mathematicians.X + Y are dreaming of baking infinite pie. But they don’t know if infinite pie is real. With the help of quirky and uber-smart Aunt Z, and a whole lot of flour and butter, X and Y will learn that by using math they can bake their way to success!This charming and tasty story from mathematician and author of How to Bake Pi, Eugenia Cheng, reassures young readers that math doesn’t have to be scary—especially when paired with pie!Additional back matter includes: a letter from Eugenia encouraging readers not to be intimidated by math, explanations of the math concepts explored in the book, and a recipe for Banana Butterscotch Pie!

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Book SynopsisA 2024 YALSA Top Ten Great Graphic Novel for Teens • An NPR Best Book of 2023 • A 2023 NCSS Notable Social Studies Book  'Inspiring and exciting, powerful and very poignant' —Anderson Cooper  ★ '[A] gripping narrative, told with great immediacy' —Horn Book, starred review  ★ 'Highly recommended.' ―School Library Journal, starred review  “A powerful true story that demonstrates the power of one young person determined to change the world” — Victoria Jamieson, author of Roller GirlA teenage boy risks his life to tell the truth in this gripping graphic memoir by youth activist Muhammad Najem and CNN producer Nora Neus.  Muhammad Najem was only eight years old when the war in Syria began. He was thirteen when his beloved Baba, his father, was

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Book SynopsisYALSA Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Award Finalist ★  New York Times bestselling author Michael Eric Dyson and critically acclaimed author Marc Favreau show how racial inequality permeates every facet of American society, through the lens of those pushing for meaningful change.   The true story of racial inequality—and resistance to it—is the prologue to our present. You can see it in where we live, where we go to school, where we work, in our laws, and in our leadership. Unequal presents a gripping account of the struggles that shaped America and the insidiousness of racism, and demonstrates how inequality persists. As readers meet some of the many African American people who dared to fight for a more equal future, they will also discover a framework for addressing racial injustice in their own lives. 

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Book SynopsisA sensitive, timely and ultimately uplifting portrayal of how an elementary school struggles, copes, and heals together after something bad is discovered written on the wall, illustrated by bestselling artist Corinna LuykenThis kind of thing won''t be tolerated at our school, the principal declares the day the bad-something is discovered written on a wall. The incident makes the kids nervous, giggly, and curious at first, but then they''re worried, confused, sad and angry. Everyone is suspicious. Who did it, and why? They miss the days before the bad-something appeared, because everything?and everyone?feels different now. It takes a lot of talking, listening, looking, and creating something good together to find a way to heal. The story acknowledges that while the scars of such incidents remain, it is possible to teach tolerance and feel true community once again.Written and illustrated by the acclaimed creators of Adrian Simcox Does NOT Have a Horse!, here is a brave book about the power of words that tackles one of the most difficult topics for elementary school-aged children?hate speech?in a direct, realistic, and empathetic manner.

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Book SynopsisFans of Babymouse and Owly will love this early graphic novel series about the everyday adventures and high jinks of Reginald “Reggie” Guinn, a little kid penguin with a big personality!   Reggie is just like any other kid: always looking for fun and adventure! But Reggie’s curious, playful side sometimes gets him into trouble. Like when he tries to give himself a haircut before picture day…and ends up gluing his feathers back on his head! Or when he sneaks a mouthful of cookie dough from the kitchen…then feels the sun baking cookies in his tummy! Or when his babysitter puts him on a kid leash while they walk to the park…and he rebels by acting like a dog!Reggie: Kid Penguin is a collection of six silly stories that explore kid-friendly themes, all through the eyes of a lovable, spunky penguin.  

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Book SynopsisA dark, queer YA fantasy that's perfect for fans of the Three Dark Crowns series. After Emanuela Ragno kills the one person in Occhia who can create water, she must find a way to save her city from dying of thirst.   Emanuela Ragno always gets what she wants. With her daring mind and socialite schemes, she refuses to be the demure young lady everyone wants her to be. In her most ambitious move yet, she's about to marry Alessandro Morandi, her childhood best friend and the heir to the wealthiest house in Occhia. Emanuela doesn't care that she and her groom are both gay, because she doesn't want a love match. She wants power, and through Ale, she'll have it all.   But Emanuela has a secret that could shatter her plans. In the city of Occhia, the only source of water is the watercrea, a mysterious being who uses magic to make water from blood. When their first bruise-like omen appears on their skin, all Occhians must surrender themselves to the watercrea to be drained of life. Everyone throughout history has given themselves up for the greater good. Everyone except Emanuela. She's kept the tiny omen on her hip out of sight for years.   When the watercrea exposes Emanuela during her wedding ceremony and takes her to be sacrificed, Emanuela fights back ... and kills her. Now Occhia has no one to make their water and no idea how to get more. In a race against time, Emanuela and Ale must travel through the mysterious, blood-red veil that surrounds their city to uncover the secrets of the watercrea's magic and find a way to save their people -- no matter what it takes.

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Book SynopsisWith Let’s Draw Cats, you can learn to bring your feline drawings to life, guided by realistic illustrations and step-by-step instructions for a variety of cats and kittens. The easy-to-follow visual and written instructions in this book make it achievable and fun to draw lifelike cats and kittens. Each drawing lesson begins with basic shapes and progresses, step by step, to a finished piece of artwork, making it easy to follow along. You just need to grab a pencil, a piece of paper, and your copy of Let’s Draw Cats, and then flip to the cat you want to draw. The drawing projects include:   Cat Head Detail Cat Sleeping Ragdoll Siamese Cat Stretching Kitten Bengal Persion Calico Maine Coon The detailed written instructions in this 48-page book also provide tips for placement of detaiTable of Contents Tools & Material Drawing Basics Cat Head Detail Cat Sleeping Ragdoll Siamese Cat Stretching Kitten Bengal Persian Calico Maine Coon About the Author

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Book SynopsisMath rocks! At least it does in the gifted hands of Sean Connolly, who blends middle school math with fantasy to create an exciting adventure in problem-solving. These word problems are perilous, do-or-die scenarios of blood-sucking vampires (How many months would it take a single vampire to completely take over a town of 500,000 people?), or a rowboat of 5 shipwrecked sailors with a single barrel of freshwater (How much can they drink, and for how long, before they go mad from thirst???). Each problem requires readers to dig deep into the tools they’re learning in school to figure out how to survive.Kids will love solving these problems. Sean Connolly knows how to make tough subjects exciting and he brings that same intuitive understanding of what inspires and challenges kids’ curiosity to the 24 problems in The Book of Perfectly Perilous Math. These problems are as fun to read as they are challenging to solve. They test readers on fractions, algebra, geometry, probability, expressions and equations, and more.Use geometry to fill in for the ship’s navigator and make it safely to the New World. Escape an evil Duke’s executioner by picking the right door—probability will save your neck.

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Book SynopsisOut of a giant egg as big as a basketball comes a baby dinosaur who wonders, what dinosaur will I become when I grow big and tall? A ferocious Velociraptor with his three sharp talons? A winged Pterosaur, the only dinosaur who could fly? A long-necked Diplodocus who eats only leafy vegetables? Or maybe the king of the dinosaurs Tyrannosaurus Rex?

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Book SynopsisIt’s the mother of all kids’ joke books—an all-encompassing, gut-busting, and bestselling collection of more than 1,700 jokes, tongue-twisters, riddles, and puns for all occasions. Here are 61 elephant jokes, including: What did the elephant say when he walked into the post office? / Ouch! Dozens of knock-knock jokes, like: Knock-knock. / Who’s there? / Doris. / Doris who? / Doris locked. That’s why I knocked! Plus teacher jokes and creature jokes, doctor jokes and robber jokes, food jokes, gross jokes, why-did-the-chicken-cross-the-road jokes, and name-game jokes: What do you call a man in a tiger’s cage? / Claude. And for all aspiring comedians, there are joke-telling pointers and tips, funny facts, and spotlights on comic TV shows, books, and actors, from Steve Carell to Tina Fey to SpongeBob Squarepants. It’s the ultimate gift for the incurable jokester.  

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Book SynopsisAs exciting as any Greek myth, as inspiring as any story about knights of the round table, these stories of the Christian saints are filled with history, adventure, and inspiration. Here, the lives of 70 Christian saints are organized chronologically (from 2nd century bishop St. Polycarp to Mother Teresa) and richly illustrated for kids ages 8-12.Trade Review"Unlike other children's books about the saints that can be heavy-handed in imparting spiritual lessons, Wallace's work relies on the stories themselves to leave their own impressions. They incorporate both legend and historical facts." -Catholic Review "The saints included span centuries and cultures, including well-known figures... more obscure ones like Mary of Egypt and John Nepomucene, and those from non-Western cultures... Wallace presents them all with quiet confidence that the stories matter, and she convinces us that they do. Thornborrow's illustrations combine traditional iconography with modern graphic art, effectively dramatizing each tale. Unusual, well-done." -Kirkus Reviews "Wallace's prose is evocative and reverent. She opens with 2nd-century CE Polycarp, bishop of Smyrna, and weaves chronologically to end with Teresa of Calcutta (Mother Teresa). Each biographical sketch begins with the date, location where the saint lived or is known, emblem, patronage, and feast day, culminating in legends about the saints amplified by Thornborrow's luminous ink illustrations... Wallace's accounts of the lives of saints will appeal any Christian, particularly those who read graphic novels." -Publishers Weekly "An accessible and dynamic compendium... the emphasis here is on humanity and faithful deeds, not grisly martyrdom." -The Wall Street Journal Named by Quill Quire as one of the best book covers of 2020.

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Book SynopsisToday is the day of the big neighborhood parade. Baton twirler Jazmin is ready to lead the way for the dogs and kids, music and fun. But then the clouds crowd in. The sky darkens. Thunder roars. And the rain begins. SLAP clatter clatter SLAP SLAP! Is Jazmin’s parade ruined? Or can she use her spirit, her fearless energy, and her mighty baton to save the day? Award-winning illustrator Eric Velasquez’s artwork in oil paint on watercolor paper is a perfect complement to debut author Addie Boswell’s lyrical, rhythmic words.Trade Review“A delightful read-aloud that deals with making the best of a disappointing situation.” —School Library Journal “The exhilaration of the storm is at the center of Boswell’s debut picture book, and illustrator Velasquez is at his best in the dynamic unframed spreads that show the African American kid in warm shades of brown on her city street, leaping and shaking her arms at the gray stormy skies.” —Booklist

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“A pleasant choice for all collections.” —School Library Journal “A good choice for story hours or family sharing during the holiday.” —Booklist

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Book SynopsisPinch is a packrat. He collects lots of stuff. When his friends decide to hold a tag sale, Pinch is horrified. The last thing he wants to do is recycle his things. But then he realizes that he can make money at a tag sale—enough money to buy more stuff!How Pinch changes and finds a way to beautify his town will reinforce the benefits of practicing the three R’s—reduce, reuse, and recycle!

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Book SynopsisOn your mark…get set…COOK! The International Cookbook for Kids is packed with features that make cooking a snap: 60 classic recipes from Italy, France, China, and Mexico More than 100 full-color photographs and illustrations Easy-to-follow recipe format Kid-tested recipes ranging from appetizers to desserts Chef’s tips discussing ingredients, nutrition, and technique Safety section discussing basic kitchen precautions Special taco-party section Trade ReviewGourmand World Cookbook Award, best book for Children and Family in USA Disney Adventures Book Award, “Hands-On” category “The International Cookbook For Kids by professional chef Matthew Locricchio [is] specifically designed to be the perfect introduction to the joys, pleasures, and accomplishments of cooking for kids ages 12 and older.” —Midwest Book Review “Picture-perfect for young cooks.” —Daily News, New York “A tempting buffet of recipes for classic dishes from the ‘big four’ of world cooking: Italy, France, China, and Mexico. Locricchio promotes cooking as teamwork involving family and friends…A strong collection of popular dishes attractively presented.” —School Library Journal “Dishes that have kid appeal written all over them.” —San Francisco Chronicle “Country-Style Pork…This recipe can be described with just one word: Awesome!” —Boston Globe “Just the kind of cookbook to give a child.” —Kansas City Star “Young chefs will learn the real secret of the great chefs—the joy of sharing. Young and old alike will have fun following classic recipes from four of the world’s finest cuisines—and then sitting down to a great meal.” —Chef Frank Brigtsen, Brigtsen’s Restaurant, New Orleans, Louisiana

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Book SynopsisCreate Pretty and Inspirational Hand Lettering Projects for Your Family, Friends, and Yourself! Hand lettering is making a comeback, spurred by platforms like Instagram and Pinterest. And not just adults are getting into hand lettering and calligraphy. Kids, too, can find relaxation as well as enjoyment in using hand lettering to create handmade projects for themselves and their families. The Kids'' Book of Hand Lettering will introduce young crafters to the joys of hand lettering through 20 fun and inspired DIY projects that are easy to create at home. Nicole Miyuki Santo will walk children through the basics of hand lettering, including different lettering styles and tools (markers, brush pens, and paint pens) before they begin their projects, which include room art, bookmarks, picture frames, tote bags, party balloons and more. With full-color instructional and inspired photos and pep talks throughout to help spark creative juices, The Kids'' Book of Hand Lettering is sure to become a modern-day hand-lettering staple for crafty kids (and their parents too).

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Book SynopsisThis lavishly illustrated, fact-filled atlas-a follow-up to Maps of the World-allows children to discover the fascinating and mysterious world below sea level. Covering every ocean and major sea in the world, MAPS OF THE WORLD''S OCEANS is a vibrant and comprehensive atlas that children of all ages will love to explore. The dozens of colourful, detailed maps are filled with hundreds of illustrated icons highlighting creatures that inhabit the waters of the world from deep-ocean sharks to sea birds that rely on the water to survive. Also featured are vital vegetation, submerged shipwrecks and icons representing the myths and legends of the various peoples who supposedly lived by the seas. Along the surface, readers will explore ports, lighthouses, famous explorers and voyages, old navigation secrets and more. Flip the next page from any map and the corresponding icon key explains why these fish, animals, various organisms and more are so vi

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Book Synopsis This enchanting introduction to the wonderful world of ballet allows you to listen while you learn about the world’s greatest ballets, dancers, choreographers, and composers!   Experience the history of dance in a whole new way—by listening and learning at the same time. You'll meet the captivating characters that make up the ballet universe—from talented dancers such as Misty Copeland to legendary composers such as Tchaikovsky—and learn all about twenty-five timeless dances that have mesmerized the world over including Swan Lake, The Nutcracker, Peter and the Wolf, Fancy Free, and more. The book includes access to a website where you can download the music from each ballet and bring these classic performances to life!   Full of fun facts throughout plus a removable poster of ballet positions you can learn yourself, this introduction will make you a dance expert in no time. So put

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Book SynopsisIntended for children between the ages of eight and twelve, who are curious about the possibility of ''something more'' in their lives, this handbook focuses on three major areas of the witch''s life: friendship, personal fulfillment, and family. Each section includes spells, rituals, potions, and other useful information, such as tables about crystals, chakras, and herbs.

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Book SynopsisTeach your kids how to understand their emotions and communicate in a healthy and productive way with this full-color guide to growth from Mallika Chopra, the daughter of Deepak Chopra.Following in the footsteps of wellness author Mallika Chopra's successful Just Breathe and Just Feel, her third book, Just Be You, is an engaging, easy-to-read guide for young kids to learn tools that will help them live a good life. The United States and other nations are quickly becoming aware of the importance of children's ability to be independent and meet challenges head on; parents are eager for resources that help kids learn how to navigate life on their own.Just Be You will help kids become focused on growth mindset by self-reflection, setting intentions for their lives, and being of service to themselves, their families, and the global community. Designed specifically with kids ages 8-12 in mind and with full-color illustrations throughout, Mallika's book offers mindful exercises to help young people explore and find their voice. Mallika believes that if children learn early on to reflect, to be comfortable with uncertainty, to contribute in a way that's unique to them, and to feel good about the journey, they will lead healthier, more adjusted, and happier lives.

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Book SynopsisOne of Lambda Literary's Most Anticipated Books of the MonthOne of PopSugar's Best New YA Books Released in SeptemberChoose your path forward in this mystical interactive YA about the powers of friendship, self-discovery, and tarot.It's the summer before college and four best friends—Amelia, Chase, Cleo, and Logan—are on the first leg of their road trip inspired by the unique tarot deck that Amelia inherited from her grandmother. However, their trip full of visiting occult shops, bonding and sightseeing, takes a major detour as the friends discover that their tarot deck is more valuable—and coveted—than they could've ever imagined. As the friends race to finish this mystical scavenger-hunt across the West coast and uncover the mysteries of their tarot deck, it is you who will decide where to go next and how the story will end. With four possible final and romantic endings, you will get to make actual choices to further the friends’ road trip adventure in this unique interactive novel.​Will you uncover the mysteries of the tarot deck and the legacy left behind? Will you help Amelia and Chase learn and grow? And will you unravel the secrets these friends keep from each other—and from themselves?

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Book SynopsisUpdated for 2020, readers can easily relive the course of American history through a detailed timeline, more than 50 vivid photographs and illustrations, information about each president''s term in office, and the major political issues of each era.

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