Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

Book SynopsisPeople come in all sorts of shapes and sizes. This series talks about all the ways in which our bodies are different and wonderful. Each book features an inclusive selection of people from all walks of life.

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Book SynopsisEmmeline Widget has never left Widget Manor – and that’s the way she likes it. But when her scientist parents mysteriously disappear, she finds herself being packed off on a ship to France, heading for a safe house in Paris. Onboard she is befriended by an urchin stowaway called Thing. But before she can reach her destination she is kidnapped by the sinister Dr Siegfried Bauer. Dr Bauer is bound for the ice fields of Greenland to summon a legendary monster from the deep. And he isn’t the only one determined to unleash the creature. The Northwitch has laid claim to the beast, too. Can Emmeline and Thing stop their fiendish plans and save the world? A dazzling fantasy adventure, perfect for fans of ROOFTOPPERS, THE UNCOMMONERS and A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS

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Book SynopsisHave you ever wondered how we have so many amazing inventions? Many inventions just started out as an idea. This series explores some of the most important inventions throughout history and takes a look at the brilliant people whose big ideas gave us lots of the things that we take for granted today.

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Book SynopsisThere is a lot more than just sand at theseaside. Come along on a trip to see what seaside creatures you can spot at the beach. The sky, sand, sea and rockpools are teeming with all sorts of life.

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Book SynopsisThe complete adventures of Shamrock Sean, the loveable leprechaun. Follow Sean as he goes fishing, finds a magical wishing well and watches a chick magically hatch.

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Book SynopsisJoin Finn and Zeek, two alien tour guides, as they find out about the zones in the deep sea and the creatures that live there.

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Book SynopsisJoin Finn and Zeek, two alien tour guides, as they find out about dangerous plants!

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Book SynopsisA stunning illustrated collection of Irish legends, including: The Salmon of Knowledge, How Cú Chulainn Got His Name, The Children of Lir, The King with Donkey’s Ears, Fionn and the Giant, The White Wolfhound, and Oisín. This is a unique book, the only German language edition of an Irish legends collection for children. In a handy pocket format, which is also available in English, French, Spanish and Italian.

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Book SynopsisRead the extraordinary story of how a farmer found what became the biggest dinosaur found to date. Beautifully bound with stunning illustrations, a collectable narrative non-fiction series will start a lifelong interest in science for kids. QR code links to free teacher and parents' resources and fun kids pack to download.

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated book about humankind's relationship with birds, from the impacts made by early settlers through to the modern day challenges of climate change.

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Book SynopsisFilled with over 750 questions, this is the ultimate quizzing challenge for curious minds. Curious kids are guaranteed to be kept on their toes by this mind-boggling mix of multiple choice, true or false, head-to-head and picture quizzes.There are rounds on geography, history, sport, science, pop culture, animals, general knowledge and even all the weird and wonderful stuff that doesn? t fit into any other category. No matter the specialist subject, it? s put to the test in here!Quizzers can dip in and out as they choose and tackle the majority of the quizzes on their own, or they can pit themselves against friends or family with the head-to-head rounds.

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Book SynopsisMake Your Own Unicorns combines an ever-popular theme with a new format in a product that will fly off the shelves

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Book SynopsisExplore the workings of amazing machines, from cars to factories to smartphones, with incredible illustrations and dozens of shaped flaps to lift

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Book SynopsisA new coach is needed - but what can a wheelchair basketball champion teach Fergus and friends about cycling? Fergus is sure their new coach is going to be his ultimate hero, cycle champ 'Spokes' Sullivan, so when Grandpa introduces Charlotte Campbell, the children are all less than impressed. Charlie is the successful captain of the Paralympic wheelchair basketball team and has some interesting training methods. She gets the team doing yoga and wheelbarrow races, and enters them in the Wreck-It Run, a charity race where everyone creates their own adapted bikes from parts and must compete in pairs. Fergus is sure Charlie is off her rocker - how will this help them get faster for the International time trials?Trade Review'The latest instalment in Chris Hoy and Joanna Nadin's popular Flying Fergus series should keep primary school age cyclists entertained.' * Cycle Magazine *Another brilliant book in the series * Frost Magazine *

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

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Book SynopsisIf you love cute baby animals, come spend the day in the Australian outback with this adorable and bouncy kangaroo joey. From Ella Bailey's acclaimed series of beautiful and educational picture books comes another tale of how one young animal friend spends his day. He's only a little kangaroo, but that doesn't stop him being curious and learning all about life in his corner of our big blue planet.Trade ReviewIt's so colourful for toddlers to look and enjoy the wonderful illustrations -- Kid.books.we.love on InstagramReaders will love spending the day with this joyful kangaroo! -- @mrs.brunksreadsalouds on Instagram

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Book SynopsisMany of us hold on to old fears, traumas and stresses and allow them to define and frame our lives. This book shows how to relieve these problems and help you look and feel better on a profound level. Based on the idea that the body is composed of twenty-one important hinges, Meet Your Body shows how we can 'oil' and free these hinges, stretching the body out so we can feel healthy and happy more of the time.Noah's therapeutic work uses a hands-on manipulation of the body's connective tissue designed to enhance posture and freedom of movement. From this theory of structural integration, Karrasch has developed a focus on the inseparable connection between our minds and our bodies, our bodymindcore. Guiding the reader through the various hinges of the body, from the big toe to the hip to the head, the author shows how learning to isolate and stretch these hinges in new ways can lead to a happy bodymindcore, making a great difference to overall health and wellbeing. Each chapter addresses a particular hinge physically as well as sharing ideas about its emotional component, and includes photographs and drawings illustrating a variety of bodymindcore techniques. This book offers people with both ordinary and extraordinary body challenges new ideas for how they can make changes in the way their bodies work for them. A practical guide to releasing bodymindcore trauma, Meet Your Body challenges us all to get in touch with and listen to our bodies to improve our health and overall happiness.Trade ReviewThis book is accessible to all those with an interest in finding out more about the physical body and how it can be helped through enhanced posture and freedom of movement. -- Seed Institute NewsletterI would hugely recommend this book and know that I will return to it again and again over time. I have used some of the exercises and definitely feel the benefit. If you are interested in your own health or are a therapist looking for new exercises to use with your clients, this book will definetely give you inspiration. -- Tracy Footitt's Shiatsu BlogThis book gives an interesting understanding of the structure of the human body for a qigong practitioner. He takes the holistic view that we need to work with all our hinges, not just the ones that are giving us a problem... I think that bodyworkers such as cranio-sacral therapists have a lot of insights to offer the qigong world. -- Ken Morgan, Medical Qigong Education CentreA gem in the field of Structural Integration. All body workers should have a copy of this book. Here is the best attempt, so far, to describe how to "talk" to a Structurally integrated body, hinge by hinge. I've seen no better source for body meditation and awakening the integrated body. Noah writes with special intimate knowledge of his material." -- GSI NewsletterTable of ContentsPrologue. 1. The Big Toe Hinge. 2. The Ankle Hinge. 3. The Knee Hinge. 4. The Hip Hinges. 5. The Sacred Hinge. 6. The Stomach Hinge. 7. The Heart Hinge. 8. The Arm Hinge. 9. Shoulders, Elbows, Wrists and Fingers. 10. The Head Hinge. 11. Afterword: Putting It All Together.

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Book SynopsisToo many of us hold our physical, mental and emotional pain within our bodies, where it slows energy, manifests as tension and can have a damaging impact upon our health. In his new book, Noah Karrasch shows that wellbeing and healing come from the detangling of blocked emotions and the restoration of the free flow of energy through the body. Written for bodywork and manual therapy practitioners from a wide variety of disciplines, as well as other healers who want to expand their skills, this generously illustrated book explains how and where emotions and static energy are held in the body, and how they can be released and rebalanced in therapies that challenge bodymindcore awareness. It includes many new ideas and techniques: useful conversation starters to help practitioners encourage clients to self-identify their challenges, detailed explanations of myofascial release techniques and self-reflective exercises designed to first help the practitioner truly understand the process for him or herself, through his or her own body, in order to become a more empathetic and effective therapist. This important book will enable bodywork and manual therapy practitioners to work more confidently, and more intuitively, with their clients.Trade ReviewAlthough directed at bodyworkers and other healers, this experiential manual combines easily understandable postural and emotional releasing techniques, common-sense medical wisdom and superb chakra system explanations, making it completely accessible to both therapists and clients. -- Spirit of Change MagazinePersonally, I believe the essential reason for life is to do good to others, to nurture them. Noah's CORE program is a tremendous evolution in the nurturing practice of fascial, muscle, tendon and skeletal alignment. In this exciting new book, Noah goes well beyond the physical adjustments with practical exercises. Follow his CORE advice to optimal health. -- from the Foreword by C. Norman Shealy, MD, PhD, President Holos Institutes of Health, Professor Emeritus of Energy Medicine, President Emeritus of Holos University Graduate Seminary and Founding President of American Holistic Medical AssociationNoah Karrasch - recognizing that the line between therapist and client is a thin one indeed - has written a book that would serve either consumer or provider in reaching below the surface to the psychological and expressive correlates that nearly always accompany postural pain/strain patterns. So many somatic psychology books are psychobabble with a smattering of the body thrown in for 'holism'. By contrast, this book starts with the body, giving exercises and insights that provide a way in to authentic self-expression. -- Thomas Myers, author of Anatomy TrainsBlending informative case histories and examples from his own work, Noah brings a blend of ancient and modern thought to his bodywork approach. Littered with useful and provocative images and exercises, this book will help a therapist get to many of their clients' 'Core' issues by contacting both the emotional and the physical aspects of pain. A worthy addition to any bodyworker's bookshelf. -- James Earls BA (Hons Psych.), structural integration practitioner, author of Fascial Release for Structural Balance and Director of Kinesis UKJust as a skilled bodywork session should speak to all the layers and unite the disparate energies of the body, Freeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release brilliantly unites the specific manual techniques and structural theory of a holistic bodywork session with the deeper psychological and emotional understanding of, not only our clients, but of our own processes. In this fine book, Noah Karrasch moves knowledge to the next plateau of wisdom. -- Art Riggs, Advanced Certified Rolfer, international teacher, and author of Deep Tissue MassageFreeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release expands our awareness of the many ways we get 'stuck' in the flow of our lives. I'm fascinated by the powerful parallel of this work with Interactive Imagery and Biofeedback, and encouraged at the multiple avenues we have to be HEALTHY HUMANS. While respecting our emotions, we can release 'stuck' and move freely. -- Patricia Pike, Guided Imagery and Biofeedback Practitioner, MissouriFreeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release is an immensely valuable book for everyone who wants to be alive, fully alive. It is a practical guide to health and emotional freedom, integrating models from East and West into an empowering vision of how free and unblocked we can be, if only we dare to. -- Michael Kaufmann, NLP Practitioner, Reiki Master and meditation teacherFor many people - especially physicians, and health care providers, discussions about chakras and Chinese healing concepts are so far out of our frame of reference, and so far out of our knowledge and experience, that it is something that we avoid. In this book, Noah brings together in a 'physical way' relating or connecting the chakras and traditional Chinese medicine with physical human anatomy. Now, I can picture the concepts, and begin a process of integrating traditional western and eastern forms of healing. He also 'brings a challenge' to each healer, regardless of our title, to go deeper into the core structure and function of the person - combining the dimensions of physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual self. It is a 'good read', but also an enlightening and refreshing view of the integrated whole person. -- Ralph Harvey, MD, Cornerstone Family Practice, PLC, Associate Professor, Michigan State University College of Human MedicineI first came to know of Noah through a mutual friend who recommended I meet this 'American therapist' who had a different approach to soft tissue work. Over the years he has shared those views with many of my students who have all come away from his classes both enriched and inspired. I have witnessed his generosity of spirit, his compassion for those he serves, and it is reflected in this gem of a book. He has brought together a philosophy that in essence has been around for a long time, but not connected in a way in which Noah has been able to demonstrate. Follow his journey, make it yours, it will bring a new dimension to your treatments as well as yourself. -- Susan Findlay, BSc RGN, Dip SMRT, MSMA MLCSP, MCNHC, Director of North London School of Sports MassageHugely informative, easily accessible to body worker, student and receiver alike. Everyone will come away with something useful. -- Bev Breeze, Shiatsu practitioner and instructor, LondonMy coffee sat cold on the counter as I paged through. It's exciting to see a book written about putting the spirit back in bodywork both for the client and the therapist. YES. I love the way you have blended your CORE Fascial Release Bodywork with the chakra system as you think about the areas being worked on. Attention and Intention of both client and therapist working together. Perfect. -- Brenda Messling, Massage Therapy Instructor and Teacher of Creative Healing, Arkansas, USAAs a Chartered Physiotherapist and Pilates teacher, Noah's CORE Fascial Release technique and its representation in this book have quite simply changed the way I work. It has helped to make complex cases simple, creating new parallels with the manual work used in Physiotherapy and the exercises prescribed in Pilates. Freeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release will aid any movement therapist to 'bridge the gaps' in their ability to deliver consistently successful therapy. -- Robert White, Chartered Physiotherapist and Pilates Teacher and Director of Body2Fit, Stockton-on-Tees, UKFreeing Emotions and Energy Through Myofascial Release is a compendium of classical structural bodywork principles, concepts from Oriental Medicine, and psychological common sense. Noah Karrasch challenges healers of all disciplines to explore their own body-mind connections and disconnections in order to become more fully present with their clients. We are blessed to be beneficiaries of his twenty-five years of dedication to holistic healing. -- Mary Bond, author of The New Rules of Posture, How to Sit, Stand and Move in the Modern WorldBased on a wealth of personal experience and a blend of 'East meets West', it is packed full of useful, expertly explained nuggets of 'things to consider' and 'hands on techniques' to aid the bodyworker and inspire the layperson. -- Shona McStravick, Aromatherapist, The Wren Clinic NewsletterTable of ContentsDedication. Acknowledgments. Foreword by C. Norman Shealy, MD, PhD. 1. To the Therapist. Touching the Core. 2. Meet Your Body. A Review. Thirteen Major Hinges. Creating Length Between Those Hinges. Meet Your Body. 3. The Crucial Spot. The Fort of Self: Defeat, or Worth? No Breath, No Spirit. Eastern Wisdom. The Biggest Stuck Spot. Achievement Mode. Not Good Enough. 4. Now, Do Something! The Big One: Lose, or Use? Stretch the CORE. Simple, Good Rules. Stretching Emotionally. 5. Test the Toes. An Amazing Joint: Can't, or Will? Your Own Two Feet. Am I Pleasing Them? Stay on Your Toes. I Can Do Anything. 6. The Back Up Plan. Who Rules: Survive, or Thrive? Why Am I In Pain? Exploring Our Pain. Unresolved Thought Forms. Atlas Wedge. Making Headway. 7. Trust Your Gut. The Churn: Judge, or Discern? Hurting the Ones We Love. Judgement vs Discernment. Encouraging Discharge. PSOAS: Primary Stoner Of All Stress. Stepping Out of Fear. 8. Shame is Optional. Forbidden Zone: Ashamed, or Aflame? The Only Dis-Ease. What Did Love Look Like? The One We've Got. Get Real. 9. Relax The Loins. Steady On: Locked, or Loose? It's the Kidneys! Stand Your Ground Safely. How We Congest and How We Cope. A Friendly Universe? A Three Layer System of CORE Work. 10. Lead With Your Heart. The Core Bloom: Barren, or Full? Vitamin 'G'. The Center Of Right Energy. Congestion vs Circulation. The Heart Hinge. 11. Find Your Voice. Your Expression: Strained, or Soaring? Escape. How Big is Your Universe? What Will You Express? Find the CORE. 12. Reach Out To Serve. Well-Oiled Machine: Off, or On? Let it Go! Replacing Resentments. Burdens You Shoulder: A Pain in the Neck? Less Multi-Tasking. The X Factor. Stretching at the CORE. 13. So Now Relax: Who Rules: Survive, or Thrive? Let the Crown Rule. Another Twist of the Mind. Pay Attention! Beauty, Order, Harmony. Embrace the Shadows. Integration. 14. What We're Hungry For...Moving Forward. A World Challenge. Duty Takes a Rap. Practicing Independence with Interdependence. Appendix A: Emotional Anatomy. Appendix B: Suggested Readings. Appendix C: Glossary of Movement Terms. Index.

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Book SynopsisHarriet the Spy meets Small Spaces in this heartfelt new paranormal mystery series for middle grade readers.Danica and her partner Jack are Renley Crow's best kid detectives. Well, they're the only kid detectives . . . until Kennedy Fang moves to town. Kennedy's convinced his new house is haunted, and he needs Jack and Danica's help to figure out what's going on. The only catch? Kennedy wants to solve the case with them. Danica's not wild about working with her competition, but there's a bigger problem: her tita has forbidden her from meddling with the spirit realm. Not that Danica believes in spirits. But when Kennedy shows her a box of letters addressed to all three kidsletters that start to fly around his atticDanica knows she can't turn down their biggest case yet. Even if it means uncovering scary truths about the world . . . and about herself.

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Book SynopsisAASECT Book Award for Children under 18 years oldAmerican Library Association 2021 Rainbow Book List Top 10 Title for Young ReadersThis vibrant and beautifully illustrated book teaches children sex, gender and relationships education in a way that is inclusive of all sexual orientations and gender identities. Covering puberty, hormones, pregnancy, consent, sex, babies, relationships and families, it uses gender-neutral language throughout and celebrates diversity in all its forms, including race, ethnicity, faith, bodies, gender and sexuality. For use with children aged 8-12, it will help answer their questions and spark open discussion with parents, carers and teachers.With informative illustrations and further resources and a guide for adults, The Every Body Book is the ultimate sex, gender and relationships education resource for children.Trade ReviewA groundbreaking book and invaluable resource for families navigating those first conversations around puberty, sex, consent and gender, The Every Body Book has given "the talk" an inclusive makeover. This book is a must read for parents and caregivers of children of all gender identities and expressions - along with anyone who wants their children to learn the value of kindness, respect and diversity. -- Jo Hirst, Author of A House for EveryoneThis book is fantastic! It's inclusive, medically accurate, gender affirming, body positive, and comprehensive in its delivery of the education young people need to understand bodies, identities, relationships, and sexual health. It delivers information using a tone that invites young people's curiosities and normalizes their unique experiences, coupled with beautifully diverse illustrations. This book is a must-have for youth, families, schools, and professionals working with young people. -- Melissa Carnagey, founder of Sex Positive FamiliesThis is a greatly needed book in our world right now. I hear from children, youth, parents, physicians, therapists and educators every week that they have a need for this type of comprehensive, clear, respectful and inclusive information. Rachel has done an incredible job of making the content relevant and relatable. We will all benefit from having this book to help young people know their bodies and feel good about their bodies, and for once - truly every body's body! Thank you Rachel. -- Linda A. Hawkins, PhD, MSEd, LPC, is Co-Director of the Gender & Sexuality Development Clinic and a family services specialist at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.Age-appropriate detail is given, and there are plenty of suggestions of resources for finding out more if interested. The illustrations are excellent, full of colour and factual detail, and proper medical language is used throughout. This is a really good introduction to the facts of life and will provide lots of information to those just starting out on the journey through their own sexual bodies. -- Healthy Books

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Book SynopsisLearn to greet people around the globe in this interactive atlas of hellos. With over 150 languages, flaps to reveal pronunciation and fact-files explaining how to write ‘hi’ in hieroglyphs and how to sign ‘hao’ in Native American hand talk. Hello World opens up a world of exploration and greetings at your fingertips.

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Book SynopsisJoin a busy ladybird as she hunts for aphids and searches for a safe place to lay her eggs. This beautiful book for young readers uses stunning, detailed photographs and carefully leveled text to show a 24 hour period in the life of this little beetle. The engaging text is perfect for building an enjoyment of non-fiction reading.

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Book SynopsisJoin a leafy tree as it spends the day sucking up water with its roots, making food with its leaves, and becoming a home and meal for lots of its animal neighbours. This beautiful book for young readers uses stunning, detailed photographs and carefully levelled text to show a 24 hour period in the life of this amazing plant. The engaging text is perfect for building an enjoyment of non-fiction reading.

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Book SynopsisTen illustrators delve into the world’s woodlands to explore the creatures, culture and conservation for our forested areas. This super-sized book draws back the canopy of the rainforest, wends its way through the fir trees and dives into the depths to uncover fascinating facts about our forests.

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Book SynopsisYoung puzzlers can explore the enchanting world of unicorns with this beautifully illustrated, full-colour wordsearch book. With a range of fun themes - from flowers in a magical meadow to guests at a unicorn party - this activity book is guaranteed to keep puzzle fans aged 7+ entertained for hours.

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Book SynopsisReal, compulsive and intense: Cat Clarke is the queen of emotional suspense. For fans of Paula Hawkins, Gillian Flynn, Megan Abbott and Jandy Nelson.SHE WAS LOST... When six-year-old Laurel Logan was abducted, the only witness was her younger sister, Faith. Faith's childhood was dominated by Laurel's disappearance - from her parents' broken marriage and the constant media attention to dealing with so-called friends who only ever wanted to talk about her sister. NOW SHE IS FOUND... Thirteen years later, a young woman is found in the garden of the Logans' old house, disorientated and clutching the teddy bear Laurel was last seen with. Laurel is home at last, safe and sound. Faith always dreamed of getting her sister back, without ever truly believing it would happen. But a disturbing series of events leaves Faith increasingly isolated and paranoid, and before long she begins to wonder if everything that's lost can be found again...Trade ReviewClarke excels at genuine page-turners with a heart of darkness and I read this in one greedy sitting. * The Bookseller *A satsifying and...all-too-credible thriller * Inis *Undoubtedly one of the most exciting and talented YA writers in Britain * Library Mice on Cat Clarke *I wholly, unabashedly and completely recommend this book * Inis Magazine on Cat Clarke *Clarke...succeeds brilliantly, thanks to the reality of the characters and the depth of the emotion * The Scotsman on Cat Clarke *Moving, thought provoking and utterly gripping from start to finish * Mizz on Cat Clarke *Blending coming-of-age elements with psychological suspense, Clarke carefully weaves a story in which the unnerving truth is slowly unveiled. As with the best thrillers, the truth is far from a straight line, and what readers believe changes with every turn of the page. In this fast-paced and darkly entertaining novel, Clarke's true success lies is in crafting a realistic and haunting story of two young women who redefine what it means to be sisters. * Publishers Weekly *

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Book SynopsisAninspirational book for young people who want to make the mostof life.

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Book SynopsisIf lots of people do lots of small things, it can make a HUGE difference. This book will give kids the help and inspiration they need to be busy, caring citizens, from helping out with a local charity to doing good deeds for neighbours. Packed with innovative and creative hands-on projects, readers will soon discover that even the smallest action can truly help. Some of the activities take just a few minutes, while others are longer-term projects that will inspire young people to embrace the idea that EVERY ACTION COUNTS!

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Book SynopsisSHORTLISTED FOR THE LAUGH OUT LOUD BOOK AWARDS!Meet Wilf. He worries about everything. He is a Mighty Worrier. And now the most evil man in the world has moved in next door...Things Wilf was worried about before:1. Stuffed animals. 2. Peanut Butter.3. Creepy crawlies that have waggly feeler things instead of eyes.Things Wilf is worried about now:4. The most evil man in the world.5. The most evil man in the world living next door.6. Anyone called Alan.When Alan, a self-styled Evil Lunatic, moves in next door with his grumpy robot sidekick and his silent right-hand-dog, Kevin Phillips, Wilf knows he will have to find a way to overcome his anxiety and fears. And soon he realises: only he can stop Alan's ridiculous yet still Quite Evil plan to destroy the world...Join Wilf for a fantastically funny adventure, illustrated throughout by Jamie Littler!Trade ReviewA lively, funny story that should delight and reassure many children who are worriers themselves * Jacqueline Wilson *Genuinely touching and wonderfully funny. A total delight of a, what I call, book. * Miranda Hart *Funny, imaginative and adventurous...anyone should read this to turn their frown upside down. * Guardian Children's Book Reviews *An endearing story that will have worriers everywhere cheering for this unlikely hero * Mother Daughter Bookclub *With fantastic attention to all the funny details that make Wilf's life (and his nemesis, Alan) so worrisome, this is a truly laugh-out-loud read that also has a reassuring message for children who worry about the world -- Anna Loudon * Booktrust *

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Book SynopsisKatie Daynes (Author) Katie has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.

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Book SynopsisBigfoot, Loch Ness Monster, and more gigantic monsters are they just spooky stories or real monsters? A HiLo read with awesome photography, cool facts, and a wow factor edgy design. A reluctant reader page-turner!

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Book SynopsisA new edition of Michael Foreman's glorious anti-war picture book, featuring a message from the author and illustrator reflecting on the book's enduring relevance now and then.There was once a general who wished to be famous and rule all the land...One day he fell off his horse and landed on the soft grass. It smelled so sweet that he decided to lay there for a while and enjoy the warm sunshine. He saw squirrels, rabbits and hedgehogs and walked through a field of beautiful flowers. From that day on he vowed never again to march his armies across the land and to change the world around him into one of peace and beauty, for which he became the most famous general of all. Michael Foreman OBE, one of the UK's best-loved and most prolific creators of children's books, illustrated The General, his first picture book, in 1961. Now, over sixty years later, it has been reproduced in all its glory, featuring new endnotes from the author and illustrator to bring this well-loved and important story to a new generation of readers.Trade Review"This feels as pertinent now as it did when it was originally published" * The Bookseller *This fine new edition is both a work of art and a period piece. Michael Foreman's illustrations lie somewhere between Ronald Searle and John Piper, and his ranks of soldiers and aerial views of cities are resolved into abstract patterns that now seem of their time. It is also a book with a valuable message worth any child taking to heart." * The Sunday Times *Michael Foreman's illustrations for Janet Charters' The General first appeared nearly 50 years ago. This new and sumptuous anniversary edition is a reminder of the precocious brilliance of his early work, with each page a triumph of colour and design. The story of a famous general increasingly drawn to peaceful solutions remains as topical as ever and should not be missed. * The Independent on Sunday, Arts & Books Easter Special *Janet Charter's anti-war text is as ironically apposite today as it was in 1961 when US involvement in the Vietnam War was escalating...As Foreman's first picture book, The General is incredibly assured, His trademark dexterity with watercolour was is consummate in his glowingly luminous depiction of the general's medal studded uniform and in his depiction of the ploughed field where a former soldier sows seed for the next harvest. Also characteristic are his confidently humorous characterisations of generals and troops. His mosaic city map reminiscent of Paolozzi and his stylised flowers are very 60s and now full of retro charm. * Books for Keeps No.181 *"Illustrations and text complement one another so beautifully that the magic of the original still shines through even after half a century." * Booktrust children’s Books *"...He's best known for his children's work, characterised by impeccable draughtsmanship, subtle wit, powerful atmosphere and a wonderful luminosity that seems to rise up from the page..." * The Herald *"Without repetition, few contemporary illustrators have produced and published such a rich mix of titles, with images that truly engage, enchant and edify their readers with such distinguished consistency". * Carousel *"The revelations about embracing life over war are obviously going to connect in 21st century America and the ending, with its subtle point in a Cold War direction is just icing on the cake". * Eclectica Magazine (online) *"Glorious, wonderful watercolours from MF clearly show why this book was chosen to be reissued as a 50th anniversary edition". * For immediate release reviews blog. *Written at the height of the Cold War, 'The General' is still a highly relevant picture book to read and discuss in KS2 PSHE classes. The distinctive illustrations will inspire children's artwork in KS2 - particularly the mosaic-style depiction of the army camp from above. * Tom Tolkien, The School Reading List *

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Book SynopsisExplore the top 20 short-haired felines, scoring high for affection and playfulness. Amazing full-colour illustrations capture their character, whilst fun bite-size facts make this an awesome read for both kids and adults.

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Book SynopsisTrees is a captivating nature series exploring the diverse world of trees. From bonsai to towering redwoods, this series delves into the science of trees with engaging facts covering all of the key topics. Beautifully illustrated with fun bite-size text, it's a wonderful introduction into the world of trees. Accessible to all children, including reluctant or struggling readers. Why Do We Need Them?is one of four nature books in the series of Trees. Find outwhat they do for the ecosystem, how we need the for the air we breathe and what life would be like if we didn't have them. Beautifully illustrated scenes with accessible text shows different species plus the animals and nature that surrounds them.

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Book SynopsisMaisie Voyager used to explore the world with her parents. She now lives in a tall town house with Aunt Hetty, experiencing 'normal' life. But strangers start appearing, cryptic messages are left, and Aunt Hetty is kidnapped!Following a trail of clues that leads her to abandoned tin mines and a hunt for treasure, Maisie discovers that evil Dr Gallows and his gang have taken her family hostage and it's up to her to save them. Facing many challenges along the way including sinister strangers, cold dark tunnels and the colour purple, Maisie has a big adventure ahead of her with big decisions to make.Suitable for children aged 9+ this captivating novel is a great read and offers a positive heroine with a unique outlook on life that all children will relate to, especially those on the autism spectrum.Trade Review*Winner of the gold medal in the 'Pre-Teen Fiction - Mystery' category of the Moonbeam Children's Book Awards*'Her autism is, however, never explicitly stated and her personality is handled in an entirely natural way allowing the story to, as it should, take centre stage... This is a well-paced, fast-flowing and enjoyable adventure which deserves to be widely read.' -- Nasen SpecialOne of the real advantages of this book is that any child will enjoy it, while those with Asperger's will find much to identify with as well as enjoying the rip-roaring adventure. I could hardly put it down! -- healthy BooksIt's an exciting story, with mystery, intrigue and tension. It's also a compassionate view on being different... Maisie has a fascination for detail and a refreshing attitude to life, making her a positive, alternative role model for girls. -- JUNOLucy Skye has created a world full of exotic places, a unique heroine, scary villains and a huge mystery. Her flowing prose makes the reader feel safe in her hands, secure in the knowledge that the next page will be as exciting as the one before. -- Kathy Hoopmann, author of the Asperger Adventures SeriesMaisie is a great heroine, and she and Aunt Hetty are well-realized characters. Readers will appreciate her descriptions of how things feel to her, how she makes sense of things, and the fact that she has so much free rein. -- School Library JournalWhat better way to teach teens about ASD than to encourage them to read about people like themselves, who are brave, intelligent and who have a strong sense of right and wrong. This is exactly what The Adventure of Maisie Voyager, by Lucy Skye is, a work of fiction by a British author who works for the National Autistic Society in the U.K... I couldn't stop reading The Adventure of Maisie Voyager! It was a fun and easy book to read and will be an inspiration to many a young adult reader who wants a positive role model of a child on the autism spectrum. -- Autism Society of Michigan NewsletterThe book is ideally suited for children between the ages of eight and thirteen. It is a detective novel with a difference, enlightened by a lot of subtle emotional intelligence, gently guiding the reader about feelings. I am fifty and enjoyed it enormously so would also recommend it for adults over fifty who enjoy jejune escapism. The only thing missing for me was a child curled up by my side to read it to but those of you with young children or grandchildren have a treat in store. -- Asteens

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Book SynopsisAn exploration of the fascinating and mysterious life of underwater worlds. Visit the fascinating inhabitants from sea snakes tostonefish, playfuldolphinstoclever sharks. Explore this importanthabitatand the challenges within. Beautifully illustrated, sure to be a bookshelf favourite.

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Book SynopsisIn this book, meet the people who drive milk tankers and learn all about their trucks and how they do this important and highly skilled job. Sit behind the wheel of a tanker as the driver navigates along narrow tracks to visit farms. Discover how computers and a miniature onboard laboratory are used by the driver to test the milk's quality. And join the driver as they unload at a vast plant where milk is packaged into cartons or made into cheese and yogurt. Filled with detailed photos, this book is perfect for introducing newly fluent readers to non-fiction reading.

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Book SynopsisHave you ever felt a sense of dread and worry creeping over you?That might be the Panicosaurus coming out to play…Sometimes the Panicosaurus tricks Mabel's brain into panicking about certain challenges, such as walking past a big dog on the street or when her favourite teacher is not at school. With the help of Smartosaurus, who lets her know there is really nothing to be afraid of, Mabel discovers different ways to manage Panicosaurus, and defeat the challenges he creates for her.This fun, easy-to-read and fully illustrated storybook will inspire children who experience anxiety, and encourage them to banish their own Panicosauruses with help from Mabel's strategies. Parents and carers will like the helpful introduction, explaining anxiety in children, and the list of techniques for lessening anxiety at the end of the book.Trade ReviewThis is a fantastic book... The strategies discussed are therapeutically sound. -- Youth in MindThe Panicosaurus cleverly explaing how the brain works to produce anxiety and ways in children can take control of their emotions. -- Autism eye...wonderfully thought-out creatures... The pictures are glorious - full of colour and fun and adding greatly to the imaginative text. -- Healthy BooksAn essential book for all children. It offers children an insightful look into emotions and what to do when you feel your 'panicosaurus'. For educators and families it arms you with strategies for success. A much loved book for all. -- Sue Larkey, Autism Spectrum specialist, teacher and author of Making it a Success and Practical Sensory Programmes, New South Wales, AustraliaThe Panicosaurus is a delightful book which cleverly explains to children how the brain works to produce anxiety and ways they can manage and take control of their own level of anxiety. The illustrations are great and the storyline and simple analogies used to explain the parts of the brain vying for control of the body are wonderfully suited to the level of young children with Asperger's syndrome. I read this with my six-year-old once and she is already far less afraid of the dark based on her newfound understanding of how the Panicosaurus in her brain works to make her anxious and how she can fight back. -- Hunter Manasco, Assistant Professor, Department of Speech-Language Pathology, Misericordia University, Pennsylvania and author of An Exceptional Children's Guide to Touch: Teaching Social and Physical Boundaries to KidsThis book is masterful in its simplicity. It approached the experience of anxiety and its eventual undoing in such a heartfelt, practical and concrete manner that parents and their children will read it and find a cast of characters they will consider their new best friends. Truly wonderful. -- Brian R. King, clinical social worker, consultant on the autism spectrum and author of Strategies for Building Successful Relationships with People on the Autism Spectrum: Let's RelateThis delightful book which has the capacity to help many children with their anxiety, including those with Asperger Syndrome... This colourful, fun storybook helps to explain what is happening to a child when they feel anxious... I would highly recommend this book to any parent or professional with a child suffering with anxiety. I have used it with many of my clients and have been impressed with its impact. -- Wellbeing MentorThis is an excellent tool for parents and teachers to help explain what happens to our bodies when we feel anxious, with strategies to help the child alleviate anxiety. It's an easy read...There are also lovely colourful illustrations to accompany the story. I really enjoyed reading this and would definitely use it with any child who is struggling with these issues. -- Alison Walters, AuKids readers’ panel * AuKids magazine, Summer 2014, Issue 24 *

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Book SynopsisWe are all connected. Whether it is with your family, the mossy earth beneath your feet, the warm guidance of your ancestors, you belong in connection with all around you. Along the backdrop of Haida Gwaii’s breathtaking landscapes, Indigenous storyteller Ḵung Jaadee invites you to witness the many threads of relationship that connect us across time and space. What makes you feel connected?With a gentle introduction to self-soothing practices, this book engages the reader through questions to reflect on their connection to the world around them. Grounded in Indigenous cultural teachings, the story touches on traditions including creating a spirit plate. Carla Joseph’s radiant artwork captures the life and spirit of all living things with remarkable detail.Medicine Wheel Publishing is committed to sharing diverse voices and perspectives, creating a platform for stories that celebrate Indigenous cultures and inspire understanding and respect among readers of all ages.

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Book SynopsisCertain characteristics of autism, such as difficulty understanding social cues, may make women vulnerable to potentially dangerous situations. Robyn Steward has written this supportive guide to help all women on the autistic spectrum live independently, make their own choices in life, and be safe whilst doing so.This book will provide you with the knowledge to recognise potential risks to your personal safety and the skills and strategies required to avoid and overcome them. Informed by a survey of, and interviews with, women on and off the autistic spectrum, it explores common safety issues encountered by women and offers practical advice to help you stay safe and supported in your independence. Topics covered include friendships, relationships and sex, alcohol and drugs, money and employment and staying safe outside the home and online.This handbook is your guide to super safe living as an independent woman and will help you to stay safe whilst living life to the full. It may also be of interest to your family, friends and carers, giving them insight into life on the spectrum and confidence that you will enjoy your independence in an informed and safe manner.Trade ReviewPacked with "autism alert cards" and references that will prove key to the safety of any woman struggling with autism and independence. -- The Midwest Book ReviewIt does not matter how bright a young person on the spectrum is, you cannot send them out into the world without skills for living, loving and resilience. Robyn's book comes framed with experience and the personal knowledge that autism does not stop with childhood… Knowledge keeps us all safe… This is a book everyone who works with teenagers and young adults with autism should have as a reference and it forms an essential resource for women with autism providing the kind of insight only a woman on the spectrum could provide. -- Lynne Moxon, Chartered Psychologist who teaches socio-sexual skills, Senior Lecturer, University of NorthumbriaRobyn has written a brilliant, no nonsense, straight-talking guide in how to navigate the daunting world of people and relationships - not just the obvious stuff, but the subtle things that women on the autistic spectrum are likely to stumble into trouble with. This is a useful book for women themselves and those looking out for them. -- Sarah Hendrickx, Hendrickx Associates, freelance trainer and consultant in autistic spectrum conditions, author of several books on Asperger syndromeA woman on the autism spectrum who lives in a big city such as London has perhaps an intensified need for clarity in the issue of safety, and an insight others might not possess. Like the underground system she loves, Robyn Steward has created the equivalent of a “color-coded tube map” to help you navigate a variety of situations. But this is more than just a list of dos and don'ts – Robyn's intelligent, yet clear and personable voice makes it a compelling and enjoyable read. -- Rudy Simone, author of Aspergirls, 22 Things a Woman Must Know If She Loves a Man with Asperger's Syndrome and 22 Things a Woman with Asperger's Syndrome Wants Her Partner to KnowThis book provides a how-to-guide for spotting unsafe situations while offering concrete tips for safer living for women on the autism spectrum. Spoken from the voice of a young woman with autism, readers will be given practical strategies for navigating socially vulnerable relationships and situations – a useful tool for helping independent women living on the spectrum stay safe. -- Dr Elizabeth Laugeson, author of The Science of Making Friends, Assistant Clinical Professor, UCLA, Founder and Director, UCLA PEERS ClinicRobyn has addressed the subject of safety for women on the autistic spectrum in a very creative way. She is open and honest when discussing sensitive topics and has collected together a wealth of practical, common sense information based on her experiences and of others on the autistic spectrum. Of particular interest is her chapter on the internet and digital information sharing which is currently very relevant for any woman, not just those on the spectrum. This book is a must read for helping woman navigate the social complexities of life. -- Dr Judith Gould, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Director of the NAS Lorna Wing Centre for AutismRobyn Steward covers important issues of daily life including friendship, sex, alcohol, the Internet, money, and mental health, providing information to help you make informed decisions about your actions...This is an excellent book for any woman on the autistic spectrum, and for anyone who loves or supports a woman with autism. -- Asperger UnitedSteward, a 26-year-old autistic woman, is an autism trainer, mentor, consultant, and artist. She begins her first nonfiction work with an explanation of her "nothing is too basic" approach, explaining that everyone learns differently. She discusses how certain characteristics of autism (literal thinking and difficulty reading social cues) can create vulnerability in potentially dangerous situations. Using an online survey, which questioned people both on the spectrum and not, she obtained information about matters pertaining to safety, such as friendship, relationships and sex, alcohol and drugs, money and employment, and staying safe outside the home and online. VERDICT To the nonspectrum reader, much of this work may seem painfully naive. But that, in essence, is Steward's point, and she succeeds admirably at educating her audience in matters of personal safety. An invaluable resource for autistic individuals as well as those who live and work closely with them. -- Library JournalTable of ContentsThe Purpose of this Book. Important Information. About Me (The Author). Introduction: How Does Being On the Autistic Spectrum Affect Safety Issues?. 1. Platonic Friends. 2. Sex. 3. Romantic Relationships. 4. Drugs, Alcohol and Other Substances. 5. Preparing to Go Out. 6. Internet, Mobile Devices and Digital Information Sharing. 7. Money. 8. Work. 9. Mood. 10. Useful Skills and Strategies for Multiple Situations. Appendix A: Record Sheets for Reporting Abuse. Appendix B: Erogenous Zones Diagram. Final Thoughts. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisTravel deep underground and unearth the amazing rocks hidden beneath our feet. Fascinating bite-size facts, impressive photographs and hands-on activities bring science to life, making this book perfect for budding rock detectives.

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Book SynopsisTravel deep underground and unearth amazing prehistoric fossils hidden beneath our feet. Fascinating bite-size facts, impressive photographs and hands-on activities bring science to life, making this book perfect for budding rock detectives and dinosaur enthusiasts!

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Book SynopsisWhen things don't go our way, the Disappointment Dragon can come to visit and take us down to his home in the Valley of Despair…The Disappointment Dragon sometimes comes to see us all and, if we let him, he can make us feel sad or angry. He visits Bobby when he is not picked for the school football team, he also finds Lucinda when she has to miss an exciting school trip because she has the Chicken Pox. He even tries to take the whole of Class Three down to the Valley of Despair when their favourite teacher moves away. Will the Dragon of Hope be able to chase away the Disappointment Dragon and help them see things more positively?The fun characters in this charming, fully illustrated storybook will help children to cope with, and discuss openly, their feelings of disappointment. There are many creative suggestions on how to banish the Disappointment Dragon and an introduction for adults explaining disappointment in children and how they can help.Trade ReviewThere are dozens of helpful suggestions for coping strategies at the end of the book, including little poems or "mantras". While the story is written by a specialist in Asperger syndrome and the pictures are by her son who has AS, the stories would be good for anyone who, perhaps, has a problem with dealing with disappointment. Great for schools took and everyone will love the dragons! -- Healthy BooksThe disappointment dragon is Kay Al-Ghani at her best. Through the use of simple and powerful language Kay has crafted a guide for modelling the power of resilience to our children. It isn't often that you find a children's book that is as educational to the parent as it is to the child. -- Brian R. King, clinical social worker, consultant on the autism spectrum and author of Strategies for Building Successful Relationships with People on the Autism Spectrum: Let's RelateThis fun, easy-to-read and fully illustrated storybook will help children who experience disappointment, and encourage them to use a range of helpful strategies to manage disappointment. The stories in this beautiful book will allow children to understand that everyone experiences disappointment for a range of reasons, however it is important to learn how to overcome it. Educators, parents and carers will like the helpful information at the end of the book, explaining disappointment in children, and the list of techniques for children to try to banish the Disappointment Dragon. The Disappointment Dragon will be a wonderful companion to Kay Al-Ghani's previous two books The Red Beast and The Panicosaurus. -- Sue Larkey, Autism Spectrum specialist, teacher and author of Making it a Success, Practical Sensory Programmes and Practical Mathematics for Children with an Autism Spectrum Disorder and Other Developmental Delays(...) colourful, heart-warming book... The stories within this book show children they are not alone with these difficult feelings. We read about the personal journey the fund characters take, leading them to the dragon of hope and a better understanding of disappointment. -- Wellbeing MentorThis is a great therapeutic story book which cleverly conceptualizes the feeling of disappointment as a dragon... Written by a Specialist Advisory Teacher for autism, with more than 35 years' experience in education... aimed at any child who may be struggling to deal with their emotions when things don't always go to plan, the visual concept would particularly appeal to children with autism, helping them to understand the feeling of disappointment. This book serves as an excellent discussion point about coping strategies and "armour" that can help the children to fight off the disappointment dragon... At the end of the story, there are notes and discussion point with additional strategies to try. I would definitely recommend this book to parents and teachers (both special needs and mainstream) to read with their children and to implement the strategies. -- Tori Houghton, Co-editor, Speech and Language Therapist * AuKids magazine, Summer 2014 *This book is much more than a picture book for children...The author's intention is to model for children how to manage complex emotions such as disappointment... The book includes information for adults and a list of techniques for children that teachers, parents and professionals will find helpful.... The stories in the book could beused by parents and professionals as a tool to support children in exploring their own experiences of disappointment and other emotions. The colourful descriptive examples not only bring the story alive, but give examples of when disappointment may arise so children can then link back to their own experience. -- Nina Ridsdale * BAPT - Play Therapy *Table of ContentsIntroduction. The Disappointment Dragon. The Disappointment Dragon and Making the Team. The Disappointment Dragon and the Chicken Pox. The Disappointment Dragon and Goodbye Miss Robinson. How to Banish the Disappointment Dragon.

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Book SynopsisIt?s a big question?are glaciers the key to climate change?Glaciers are incredible, as are the glaciologists who study them! As these giant ice sheets melt rapidly, their study could be vital to understanding our changing planet. Discover . . . How ice preserves ancient plants and animals How glaciers change the shape of the Earth The surprising ways these chunks of ice teach us about our planet?s past, present, and future climate . . . and so much moreBeautifully bound with stunning illustrations, The Big Questions Answered is a narrative nonfiction series and complete young science resource in one, with QR codes to download free teacher and parent resources and kids'' packs. Start a lifelong interest in science?it can change the world!

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