Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

Book SynopsisFrom Edinburgh Castle to Glenfinnan Viaduct, and Greyfriars Bobby to Tobermory, put the pieces of Scotland together with this brilliantly detailed 300-piece jigsaw puzzle for children aged 7 and up, bursting with everything that makes Scotland iconic!

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Book SynopsisJoin your favourite Disney and Disney Pixar characters in this amazing sticker activity book, packed with simple puzzles, mazes, learning activities and more

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Book SynopsisWhere does my food go?How many hairs are on your head?Why aren''t my veins red?Ready to find out?Follow Q, your all-knowing guide, on this epic journey through the human body and discover the answers to all your biggest questions about the insides (and outsides) of you.WARNING: Only curious kids allowed!- Discover tons of unimaginable facts that are beyond belief! - Quiz curious minds by asking peculiar questions, then unfold the flap to reveal the answers - With incredible photography to back up the facts

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Book SynopsisWe breathe deep and expand like the galaxy, We breathe out many thousands of stars, And if ever we start to feel panicky, This reminds us of just who we are. The perfect soothing read for quiet time, Happy gently encourages young readers to explore their emotions and the beautiful world around them, with stunning illustrations and thought-provoking rhymes on every page. Lyrical, emotive language encourages your child to step back and really appreciate their life within the moment. From savouring the taste of every meal to taking time to explore new places, there are so many ways we can slow down and find happiness. This beautiful poetry combined with ideas for how to practice mindfulness in the real world make this a wonderful introduction to finding inner peace. Katie Hickey's gentle, charismatic illustrations take readers on a journey to a place of happiness and calm, with bright and uplifting colours and comforting scenes of nature and home. A great read for little ones who enjoyed Slow Down by Freya Hartas (Magic Cat Publishing) or Here We Are by Oliver Jeffers (Harper Collins Children's).

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Book SynopsisBuild your own original globe model of our closest neighbour in space - the Moon. Then dive into the accompanying book to explore over 100 bite-size facts about the Solar System, space travel and discoveries. With seek-and-find fun in each scene, this book and model kit will ignite a lifelong interest in the science and exploration of our universe.

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Book SynopsisHunter the Polar Bear lives happily in his frozen Arctic home yet as the ice starts to melt he finds himself in a tricky situation. As help comes from high above him, Hunter is in a race against time to get back to the ice. Hunter's Icy Adventure is based on true events and it is this powerful message which invites children and adults alike to question the impact of climate change on our environment. With ideas and activities which reinforce the story this is a book which will inspire children to make changes to the world around them. There is a huge growing national and international consciousness about the effects of climate change and it is important to teach children about this devastating global issue without overwhelming them or shocking them. The Wild Tribe Heroes series of books guides young readers through the issues in a gentle and friendly way together with further information to inspire children to make changes to their own and their families lives. Sold over 30,000 books in the series in just 2 years No.1 Bestselling books Personal letters of congratulations from Sir David Attenborough and Prince Charles All books are based on true stories which means that children are more connected to the issue. Featured in national media - BBC, ITV, Guardian, Huffington Post and Mail on Sunday Sold by WH Smiths, Waterstones, National Trust, RNLI, Surfers Against Sewage, #2MinuteBeachClean, MCSUK Stocked by over 250 museums, national libraries, bookshops and gift shops, zero waste and farm shops and major tourist attractions such as The Eden Project, London & Chester Zoos. Reached over a million children worldwide in schools Translated into 15 different languages so farTrade ReviewPraise for the Wild Tribe Heroes series ; "This super story has struck a chord with primary aged children from EYFS to year 6. We used it as a teaching text during our waste week and it has been inspirational and prompted some fantastic learning. A must have for all primary school teachers!"' ; "We are really enjoying having this book as one of our bedtime stories. My son loves it and it's been great to help him understand why we need to look after our seas." ; "Every school should have a copy and it should be required reading. Beautiful illustrations, a happy ending and educational but fun. My kids just love it!" ; "As an early childhood teacher there is nothing more rewarding than seeing a class of little faces completely engrossed in a story...Ellie's book Duffy's Lucky Escape does just that. The book provides just the right balance of education, concern and action for children to feel empowered and begin really important conversations about looking after our oceans. Thanks Ellie! Your book is a resource I will share with the children many many times to promote lifelong, positive attitudes towards caring for our environment." ; "I have not come across many books in my 15 years of education that have had such an impact! A must have for all primary school teachers."

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Book SynopsisChildren love to group, name, identify, and discover, which is the perfect way to explore vast topics, such as the jobs people do. Filled with hundreds of meticulously and stylishly rendered items, this book takes a fun approach to a serious subject. Each spread is ingeniously populated with objects that pertain to a different career: from musician, astronaut, and doctor, to builder, chef, and gardener. The artwork will keep young readers occupied and entertained for hours. Best of all, it will encourage endless discussion about the many unique and interesting things people need to get their jobs done.

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Book SynopsisChildren are, in many ways, born philosophers. Without prompting, they ask some of the largest questions about time, mortality, happiness and the meaning of it all. Yet too often this inborn curiosity is not developed and, with age, the questions fall away. This is a book designed to harness children's spontaneous philosophical instinct and to develop it through introductions to some of the most vibrant and essential philosophical ideas of history. The book takes us to meet leading figures of philosophy from around the world and from all eras - and shows us how their ideas continue to matter. The book functions as an ideal introduction to philosophy, as well as a charming way to open up conversations between adults and children about the biggest questions we all face. What people are saying about Big Ideas for Curious Minds: “This is an absolute must have for ALL children. It is absolutely fantastic and helps children understand a number of their daily struggles. In fact I take that previous comment back, this is an absolute must for EVERYONE. I have had read it from cover to cover, and as a 40 year old woman I have honestly learnt something new.” Freddies Mummy UK “This is a beautifully produced book published by the School of Life (founded by well known philosopher Alain de Botton). It is a very accessible starting point for exploring philosophy and how philosophical ideas can be applied to everyday life, in fact it is very explicit about this.” Ewingel “I can't stop reading and talking about this book with others. It is easy to follow and great for an introduction to philosophy for kids. Well written, great illustrations, ideas and clever how it relates the philosophers' ideas to the lives and issues that children have. 5 stars!” Thomas Leesa “The book itself is genius with an introduction to leading figures of philosophy from around the world from all eras. Alongside that there are chapters teaching our children crucial lessons about life, about love, and about loss. Topics such as ‘Why you feel lonely’, ‘Politeness matters’, ‘People are unhappy not mean’, and ‘The mind-body problem’ offer invaluable insights into philosophy in a way that our children can really get on board with. When the book arrived and I had a quick glance through it, my immediate reaction was that it was far too old for my children. And yet when I took the time to start reading, and to admire the beautiful illustrations, I found myself still sat there, an hour later, realising that this was exactly the kind of book I want each of my children to read as they grow.” Five Little Doves “The focus of these chapters are incredibly meaningful, some of my favourites include ‘People are unhappy, not mean’, ‘Learn to say what’s on your mind’, ‘Good things are (unexpectedly) hard’ and ‘Politeness matters’. The book has been written by the fantastic School of Life and it is suggested for curious minds aged 9+. I think most adults would also find these ideas incredibly helpful to reflect on; who doesn’t need reminding that when someone is angry, maybe it’s not you who is responsible?” Louise Treherne, Role Models “Although Big Ideas for Curious Minds is aimed at children I have got a lot from it too – and I wish I had read it myself as a child… This book has taught me, and LP, new ways of thinking and new ways of being.” What the Redhead Said Trade Review“This is an absolute must have for ALL children. It is absolutely fantastic and helps children understand a number of their daily struggles. In fact I take that previous comment back, this is an absolute must for EVERYONE. I have had read it from cover to cover, and as a 40 year old woman I have honestly learnt something new.” Freddies Mummy UK “This is a beautifully produced book published by the School of Life (founded by well known philosopher Alain de Botton). It is a very accessible starting point for exploring philosophy and how philosophical ideas can be applied to everyday life, in fact it is very explicit about this.” Ewingel “I can't stop reading and talking about this book with others. It is easy to follow and great for an introduction to philosophy for kids. Well written, great illustrations, ideas and clever how it relates the philosophers' ideas to the lives and issues that children have. 5 stars!” Thomas Leesa “The book itself is genius with an introduction to leading figures of philosophy from around the world from all eras. Alongside that there are chapters teaching our children crucial lessons about life, about love, and about loss. Topics such as ‘Why you feel lonely’, ‘Politeness matters’, ‘People are unhappy not mean’, and ‘The mind-body problem’ offer invaluable insights into philosophy in a way that our children can really get on board with. When the book arrived and I had a quick glance through it, my immediate reaction was that it was far too old for my children. And yet when I took the time to start reading, and to admire the beautiful illustrations, I found myself still sat there, an hour later, realising that this was exactly the kind of book I want each of my children to read as they grow.” Five Little Doves “The focus of these chapters are incredibly meaningful, some of my favourites include ‘People are unhappy, not mean’, ‘Learn to say what’s on your mind’, ‘Good things are (unexpectedly) hard’ and ‘Politeness matters’. The book has been written by the fantastic School of Life and it is suggested for curious minds aged 9+. I think most adults would also find these ideas incredibly helpful to reflect on; who doesn’t need reminding that when someone is angry, maybe it’s not you who is responsible?” Louise Treherne, Role Models “Although Big Ideas for Curious Minds is aimed at children I have got a lot from it too – and I wish I had read it myself as a child… This book has taught me, and LP, new ways of thinking and new ways of being.” What the Redhead Said

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Book SynopsisThe must-have Back to School thesaurus for Year 7.This English School Thesaurus is the essential word finder for all students of English. Developed with teachers to support the requirements of the school National Curriculum, this English student thesaurus has a clear and easy-to-use layout, with an alphabetical indicator on each page, making it easy to find information quickly.This Collins pocket thesaurus includes thousands of synonyms and antonyms as well as short definitions for all main entry words. Examples are given for all synonyms to show how they are used and to help students choose the right one for their context. The more synonyms' feature and types of' panels help to extend students' vocabulary and extra help is given to help avoid overuse of very common words. A special section focusses on writing skills and helps students to use language effectively and achieve success in all areas of written work. For more on English language usage, the Collins School Dictionary and Thes

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Book SynopsisAn all-female detective agency righting wrongs at the end of thenineteenth century; infiltrating a scandalous upper class world straightout of Bridgerton and using their wit and bravery to unmaska villain.

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Book SynopsisThe Collins COBUILD Primary Learner''s Dictionary is an engaging illustrated dictionary aimed at learners of English aged 7 and over. The dictionary has been specially created for primary school students, whose first language is not English, but who attend English-language schools.Ideal for young learners of English and primary school students who are studying through the medium of English, the Collins COBUILD Primary Learner's Dictionary has been extensively updated to cover all the essential words, phrases, and idioms that students need to learn. The definitions are written using simple language and the dictionary contains thousands of examples of real English, showing the learner how English is really used. New to this edition is the inclusion of CEFR levels, helping learners to focus on the words that are most important. Throughout the dictionary, learners will find hundreds of line drawings illustrating key terms, and there is also a useful full colour illustrated supplement of esTrade ReviewNo more guessing games or relying on teacher intuition. Working from a regularly updated corpus of over 4.5 billion words taken from authentic sources, Collins COBUILD products provide learner-friendly resources on how words are really used. (Dr Wayne Trotman, Teacher-Trainer, Izmir Katip Çelebi University, Turkey)

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Book SynopsisA heartfelt and honest story, and an introduction to the Palestinian struggle for readers between nine and eleven years-old, set on the Israeli-occupied West Bank.Written by Elizabeth Laird, in collaboration with Sonia Nimr, a Palestinian archaeologist, storyteller, writer and translator, who lives in Ramallah.Twelve year-old Karim Aboudi lives with his family in Ramallah, on the West Bank of Palestine. After a terror attack takes place, they are trapped in their home, bound by a strict curfew enforced by the Israeli military. .Like any other child, Karim longs to play football with his mates – not to be stuck inside with his teenage brother and fearful parents.When the curfew ends, he and his friend discover an unused patch of ground that's the perfect site for a football pitch. Nearby, an old car hidden intact under bulldozed buildings makes a brilliant den.But in this city there's constant danger, even for schoolboys. And, when Israeli soldiers find Karim outside during the next curfew, it seems impossible that he will survive.'A fine book, and a daring book' – Michael Morpurgo, author of War Horse'This book must go down as a brave, serious and successful attempt to reach out and have this story heard' – Michael Rosen, poet and authorTrade ReviewA fine book, and a daring book -- Michael Morpurgo, author of War Horse, Private Peaceful and Kensuke's KingdomThis book must go down as a brave, serious and successful attempt to reach out and have this story heard -- Michael Rosen, poet and author of Chocolate Cake and Unexpected Twist * Books For Keeps *A Little Piece of Ground has the same rights as any other book to be on the shelves of shops and libraries. I also think that by reading books like this, and acknowledging other points of view, it will be easier for both sides to understand each other -- Fourteen year-old reader * Jewish Chronicle *

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Book SynopsisNominated for the 2019 Kate Greenaway MedalWhy do octopuses have eight arms? Why do crabs run sideways? Are jellyfish made of jelly? Yuval Zommer's beautiful new book provides the answers to these and many more fishy questions. His wonderfully quirky illustrations show off all kinds of slippery, shimmery and surprising sea creatures, including sea turtles, whales, sharks, rays and seahorses. Chatty, funny and full of amazing facts, it will be devoured by children eager to find out about the most exciting creatures from the deep blue.Trade Review'Zommer excels at creating distinctive illustrations' - Minerva Reads'Packed full of amazing facts and quirky illustrations, it will be devoured by children eager to dive deep into the mysterious depths of our seas and oceans' - Ni4Kids Magazine'A brilliant introduction to the wonderful world of water!' - North Somerset Teachers Book Award Blog'A truly gorgeous book and a fantastic addition to your natural history selection' - Read It Daddy'This divine celebration of aquatic creatures will feed hungry minds' - Smallish Magazine'Filled with fun, fishy questions and facts about all manner of slippery, shimmery sea creatures. It will be returned to again and again by kids of all ages' - Pregnancy & Parenting Magazine'Brilliantly bright pictures and fun find-the-sardine hunt on every page to add to the fun' - Angels & Urchins'Fun and beautifully done' - The Book Trust'A dive into an underwater world … packed full of bright illustrations and fun facts about the ocean’s amazing creatures' - World of Animals magazine'Jam-packed with stunning illustrations and tons of facts' - Research-Rich Pedagogies'A sparkling underwater introduction' - Metro'An absolute must for any inquisitive young minds’ bookshelves' - Families London'A wonderful celebration of ocean life and a timely reminder of our responsibility to protect it' - Get Kids into Books'Lavishly produced with the most interesting and thoughtful information, a total triumph' - Book Lover Jo'A colourful treat for youngsters' - BBC Wildlife

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Book SynopsisIf Van Dijk is your favourite football superstar, then this is the book for you! Discover how he went from playing football in cages and in the streets in the Netherlands to being named the UEFA Men''s Player of the Year in 2019. Learn how Van Dijk came to captain the Netherlands national team and become one of the strongest defenders in the world, currently playing for Liverpool. Football Superstars: Van Dijk Rules is written in an engaging and accessible style that''s ideal for emerging and reluctant readers. The simple narrative text is supplemented with cartoons and visual jokes, and presented with an energetic, graphic look. Sections and chapters make it easy to navigate and fun to dip in and out of. A supporting cast of players, managers, TV pundits and even the authors themselves chip in with quotes, jokes and comments to add to the playful and informative fun.

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Book SynopsisFiona Danks and Jo Schofield offer suggestions for things to do with a stick, in the way of adventures and bushcraft, creative and imaginative play, games, woodcraft and conservation, music and more.Trade Review'it is the most practical lessons this book can teach a young outdoors enthusiast (how to build shelters and sun clocks) that make The Stick Book something special'When I leafed through the book, I was so enthralled that I immediately planned a den-building party and picnic for my daughter's tenth birthday.This book, which offers over 70 interesting things to make or do with a stick, will open up a world of creativity: from fashioning a plain staff to wild weaving or making stick and paper lanterns. Simplicity and a deep satisfaction go together, as where two sticks and a piece of string achieve the sophisticated job of measuring the earth. There are loads of photographs to add inspiration. Fed up with your children's demands for the latest electronic gadgets? Why not give them a stick instead?Delights in this most universal of playthings… I have been removing sharpened sticks from under beds all half term.A book bursting with the most brilliant ideas - you will never have reluctant country-walkers again.These ideas will help the whole family get more hands-on with nature.A guide to the ultimate free toys for children...Packed with ideas to suit the most adventurous and boisterous youngsters and those who'd rather take their time creating things to take home.This book, which offers over 70 interesting things to make or do with a stick, will open up a world of creativity: from fashioning a plain staff to wild weaving or making stick and paper lanterns. Simplicity and a deep satisfaction go together, as where two sticks and a piece of string achieve the sophisticated job of measuring the earth. There are loads of photographs to add inspiration. Explores the almost limitless potential for play offered by sticks. It is an attractively packaged book of 70 activities for children in a handy format for stuffing into a rucksack or coat pocket. The book teems with colour photographs and the text is easy to follow.Truly more ideas than you can shake a stick at!Will open up a world of creativity: from fashioning a plain staff to wild weaving or making a stick and paper lanterns. Simplicity abd a deep satisfaction go together as when two sticks and a piece of string achieve the sophisticated job of measuring the circumference of the Earth.What are you waiting for? Go outdoors, grab a stick, have The Stick Book handy, fire up your imagination and off you go. This is an amazingly different book bursting with ideas, a unique guide to fun and games, grab yourself one now!Musical instruments, dens and bush craft are all within one's grasp, with a stick! (So is poking an eye out so do be careful.)This book offers masses of suggestions for things to do with a stick, in the way of adventures and bush craft, creative and imaginative play, games and more.A book jam-packed full of ideas of sticky stuff!...a great resource for practitioners.This book might just get you out of one of those, 'Mammy I'm bored' situations.Ideal for entertaining all ages.This is an excellent addition to the authors' other books on outdoor play.A great book to encourage outdoor play and exploration at very little cost!When I leafed through the book, I was so enthralled that I immediately planned a den-building party and picnic for my daughter's tenth birthday.'it is the most practical lessons this book can teach a young outdoors enthusiast (how to build shelters and sun clocks) that make The Stick Book something special'Table of ContentsDiscovering sticks Adventure and bushcraft sticks Make a fire Cook over a fire Build a den Make a DIY tent Make a staff Make a stick sword Make a catapult Make an ancient spear-thrower and a spear Make a bow and arrows Make a pea-shooter Magic sticks Make a star wand Make a wizard's wand Make scavenging sticks Make a witch's broomstick Make a wiggly snake Make shadow pictures Make stick characters Make stick and clay animals Make a fairy house or an elf castle Make miniature worlds for toy people and animals Make hobby animals Make woodland monsters Make woodland magic carpets Make a flying creature Make fairy and fish sticks Make wild storyboards Creative sticks Draw in mud and sand Make charcoal pencils Make a paintbrush Make a picture frame Make a woody crown Make a necklace Create stick art for a woodland gallery Choose a stirring stick Make a nest Make a dream-catcher Make a loom for wild weaving Weave a wild basket Make stick and paper lanterns Make natural mobiles and wind chimes Make a wreath Decorate a seasonal stick tree with stick stars Stick games Throw a stick for a dog Play pick-up sticks Make a flying machine Play capture the flag Play quoits Play Aunt Sally Invent your own stick games Do the stick tower challenge Play tracking with sticks Play the woodland mapping game Sunny sticks Navigate with a stick and the sun Make a sun clock Measure the radius of the earth Musical sticks Make percussion sticks Make stick rattles Bushcraft busking with a can guitar Watery sticks Play Pooh sticks Mini raft challenge Make a pond-dipping net Make a fishing rod Measure the depth of a stream Woodcraft and conservation Make your own walking/tracking stick Make a stretcher Make a mouse trap Plant a tree Make a habitat pile Make a creepy-crawly hotel Make a bird feeder Stick stuff Index Acknowledgments

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Book SynopsisThis delightful sticker activity book is full of dolls to dress.

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Book SynopsisAn out-of-this-world new adventure from bestselling author of THE DANGER GANG and THE CHRISTMASAURUS, Tom Fletcher.George, Neila and Bash are the worst band on Earth. George wants them to be brilliant - but Neila has stage fright, and Bash is too distracted by his obsession with stars, aliens and faraway planets. But what they lack in talent and confidence, they make up for in heart.They''re determined to blow their friends away at their school Battle of the Bands contest. But the moment they start to play...They''re beamed up into space!!!Now the kids face an even bigger challenge: Battle of the Bands, but the intergalactic version. They''re competing against alien bands from every galaxy! And if they don''t win, they might never make it home again... Can the worst band on Earth become the best band in the universe?Listen to the intergalactically awesome SPACE BAND soundtrack now, performed by McFLY!

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Book SynopsisTrade Review'Beautiful … There is humour in the images, and compelling detail and elegant composition' - Children’s Book of the Week, Sunday Times'Informative and beautifully colour-illustrated' - Green Living Parent'Gorgeous' - Minerva Reads'Brimming with hundreds of meticulously wrought, vibrant illustrations' - Parent Talk'Amazing' - Jen Campbell, Christmas Gift Guide'Stunning, vivid illustrations and a light, witty touch … a fascinating read' - Countryside Magazine'A beautifully illustrated homage to trees and their vital importance to us all' - Mainstreet Books'Remarkable … Creatively and imaginatively presented, the book really brings the world of trees to life' - Parents in Touch

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Book SynopsisWhen the ill-treated animals of Manor Farm rebel against their masterMr Jones and take over the farm, they believe that this meansfreedom and equality for all. But then a ruthless Napoleon takescontrol and the other animals soon realise that they are not allas equal as they thought.

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Book SynopsisTWO CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS ADVENTURES NOW IN FULL COLOUR! George and Harold have created the greatest superhero in the history of their school - and now they're about to bring him to life! MEET CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS! HIS TRUE IDENTITY IS SO SECRET, EVEN HE DOESN'T KNOW WHO HE IS! FIGHTING FOR TRUTH, JUSTICE AND ALL THINGS PRE-SHRUNK AND COTTONY!

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Book SynopsisDiscover all the foul facts about the Rotten Romans inthis classic Horrible Histories title. These bestselling titles are sure to be a hugehit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans. With a striking newspaper look throughout!

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Book SynopsisDiscover all the foul facts behind the story of Britain and Ireland'sseafaring heritage in this brand new Horrible Histories book. In Horrible Histories: All at Sea. Full of the dreadful truth behindthe story of Britain and Ireland's seafaring heritage, thisis a seriously horrible historical read with all the gore and more.

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Book SynopsisTop 50 Kings and Queens is packed full of foul facts and loathsomelists all about our ruthless rulers. Filled with new material,this pocket-sized guide to rotten royalty has all the trademark HorribleHistories humour. With eye-catching layouts and new illustrationsfrom Martin Brown, it's perfect for fans of the series andnew readers alike.

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Book SynopsisThe master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attentionto the foul but fascinating Horrible History of the World, frombrain-nibbling Neanderthals to terrified teenage soldiers in thetwentieth century. A brand new classic Horrible Histories book,perfect for fans old and new.

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Book SynopsisA bold, fun counting book in an eye-catching, animated style of illustration. Includes an amusing fact or anecdote per animal.Trade Review‘A delightful trio of brilliantly bold books that make me want to be a toddler on my learning journey all over again!’ * Armadillo Magazine *‘Ilic’s colourful, funny and chaotic illustrations are full of movement and action, meaning there’s lots of interest for little ones and a fun reading experience for adults as well.’ * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisDiscover the spellbinding magic of In the Hall of The Mountain King in this musical retelling of Peer Gynt—push the button on each beautiful scene to hear the vivid sound of an orchestra playing from Grieg’s score. This tale of a boy’s adventure through the valleys and mountains of the Norwegian countryside begins at a wedding feast far, far away. Peer Gynt is bored and he’s longing for adventure. After sneaking off from the party, he finds himself at a peaceful lake where he meets some dairy people. When he lies about his escapades riding reindeer through the sky, they dare him to go to the lair of the Mountain King, the king of the trolls.   The king’s halls are dark and spooky, and it isn’t long before Peer is captured. How will he escape? And will he learn the importance of humility and the value of friends? As you and your little one journey through the magical s

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Book SynopsisA richly atmospheric gift of a book about gratitude and forgiveness, from the award-winning creators of The Wolf''s Secret and illustrated by the internationally acclaimed artist Júlia Sardà.Leina owns the only boat in town - she ferries townsfolk over to the forest where they chop trees and hunt animals. But everyone in the town fears the forest and not everyone who goes in comes back out again...When Leina''s friend, Oren, doesn''t return, she goes on a mission to find him. In the forest she meets the mysterious Mr Spadefoot who introduces himself as The Lord of the Toadstools.Mr Spadefoot is strange and magical and Leina suspects that he knows where she can find Oren. She accepts his invitation for dinner in his underground palace and there she discovers the secret of the forest and the mystery of the missing townsfolk.

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Book SynopsisFiona Watt (Author) Fiona Watt is an Editorial Director and writer at Usborne Publishing. She graduated from Exeter University with a Bachelor of Education in Art and Design. She taught for three years at a primary school in Kent, before spending two years at a British school in The Netherlands. She started working at Usborne in 1989 and has written and edited hundreds of books including baby and novelty, sticker, art and craft, cookery, science and activity books. She has written all the titles in the award-winning THAT'S NOT MY series and many in the highly successful Sticker Dolly Dressing series. She is the sixth biggest-selling UK children's author, with over 10 million of her books sold in the UK since records began.Trade ReviewWonderful book, can't recommend it more. Very impressed, excellent value for money and especially great for children with special needs. * Bizziebaby *

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Book Synopsis From amazing cloud formations and rainbows to twinkling stars and planets, become an expert sky explorer with this brilliant guide to the wonders of the sky, both by day and night. Wherever you are, whatever the weather, there's always something to see if you look up! Learn how to tell your cumulonimbus from your contrails, your stars from your satellites, and much more in the beautifully illustrated spotter's guides to the sky by day and by night. Find out what makes the sky blue, the difference between lunar and solar eclipses and how mirages happen. And even discover how to make a rainbow, create your own lightning and steer by the stars yourself! In a handy pocket format with vibrant elastic closer, this book also includes top spotting tips for your adventures, plus a quiz to test your expert explorer knowledge.

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Book SynopsisThe original, award-winning Felt Flap series - perfect for babies and toddlers!Each title in this stylish series has five spreads with friendly characters to find behind colourful felt flaps.In Where's Mr Train?, you're on the look out for Mrs Tram, Mr Ferry, Mrs Bus and Mr Train himself!Lift the final flap and there's a surprise mirror - always a hit with the little ones.Parents adore these books because they are beautiful but tough enough to withstand even the most enthusiastic of young readers. And children love them because they are just so much fun. Other titles in the series include, Felt Flaps Where's Mr Lion?, Felt Flaps Where's Mr Unicorn? and Felt Flaps Where's Mrs Ladybird? Felt Flaps Where's Mr Lion? won Sainsbury's Children's Book of the Year 2017The felt flaps in this sturdy board book are perfect for little ones to turn and tug, which means you can get even the tiniest tot into books and finding the activity fun. Ingela Arrhenius' illustrations are a real bonus. They are bright and retro and sure to capture your baby's attention. A perfect book to share with very little ones. BookTrust

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Book SynopsisWhen Frankie McGee insists on borrowing yet another book about tractors, his mum crumbles. She begs him to read a book about something else – cars, planes, cranes, trains – anything! Frankie launches into all of the various, glorious factors that make up the love that he has for all tractors – but will he be able to bring his mum around? With irresistible rhyming text by award-winning author Davina Bell and unforgettable illustrations by Jenny Løvlie, Illustrator of award-winning The Girls, this story is sure to charm and amuse the whole family.Trade Review"With charming illustrations by Jenny Lovlie, and a perfectly-pitched story-in-rhyme by award-winning Davina Bell, I Love Tractors is a wonderful ode to the joys of finding your thing through books." -- Joanne Owen * LoveReading4Kids *"at its heart, it is a beautiful ode to libraries and the love of reading… It also wonderfully celebrates the fixation and obsessional quirks that so many children experience when it comes to their favourite things" * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisEach time you move one of the sliders in this unique novelty book, a jungle animal springs into view and makes a fun sound. But there's more! Move the same slider back again, and you'll see and hear a completely different animal. Babies and toddlers will love moving the sliders back and forth to enjoy all the jungle animals in this delightfully illustrated book - the first in an exciting new series.

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Book SynopsisA twisty and heart-pounding mystery at sea, from award-winning A.M. Howell."An exquisitely plotted nautical adventure, packed with mystery and derring-do." Judith Eagle, author of The Accidental StowawayJuly, 1936. As the Queen Mary sets sail across the Atlantic, Alice can't wait for the summer of adventure that lies ahead. She's excited to explore the huge ship, with its shops, animals and even celebrities on board.But while Alice's sailor father focuses on winning a prestigious race, she witnesses a shocking attack. Alice and her new friend Sonny start to uncover a dark sabotage plot, and as they investigate gold bars, anonymous notes and lost silk gloves, secrets in their own lives come to the surface.When fog threatens the boat's journey, and dangerous enemies show themselves, Alice and Sonny are in their own race to solve all the mysteries unfolding. But what they discover might change both their lives forever...Praise for A.M. Howell:WINNER OF THE MAL PEET CHILDREN'S AWARDWINNER OF THE EAST ANGLIAN BOOK OF THE YEARA SUNDAY TIMES CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK"Howell is a hypnotically readable writer, who keeps the pulse racing, while allowing every character slowly to unravel." The Telegraph"Gripping plot as well as authentic historical detail." The Daily Mail"Fans of Emma Carroll will adore this historical tale of derring-do and righted wrongs." The Times"Atmospheric, full of period detail, and most importantly, thrilling." The iTrade ReviewA thoroughly modern thriller, in which the characters are drawn with psychological acuity, and Alice's uncertain relationship with her father forms one of the most intriguing narrative threads. And as with Howell's previous books, our plucky heroine endears herself to the modern reader by riding roughshod over gender stereotypes. * Daily Telegraph *A true ocean delight packed with peril, adventure & secrets galore. * Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear *An exquisitely plotted nautical adventure, packed with mystery and derring-do. -- Judith Eagle, author of The Accidental StowawayWill appeal to fans of the Adventures on Train series. * The Bookseller *This new series kicks off aboard the RMS Queen Mary in 1936. Witnessing an attack draws Alice into a mystery, and soon she uncovers secrets within her own family. * Sunday Express *An exciting story with treachery, secrets and danger. * Books for Keeps *A high-octane nautical adventure, brimming over with secrets and sabotage, and the most wonderful crew of characters you could hope for. I could feel the sway & taste the sea spray. Really marvellous. This is the first in a new series & I can't wait to set sail again. * Nicola Penfold, author of Where the World Turns Wild *I was riveted from port to starboard, bow to stern by this brilliant book. Absolutely unputdownable and I'm already looking forward to the next! * Zillah Bethell, author of The Shark Caller *Brilliant story which kept me gripped until the very end! -- Ewa Jozefkowicz, author of The Dragon in the BookshopA thrilling, sea-salted adventure on the ocean wave in the fi rst book of twisting, turning and heart-pounding newseries from A.M. Howell, one of middle grade's most exciting authors. * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisWould you risk the future to change the past?Greenwich, London, 1894.Luna, Konstantin and Aidan are time-travelling thieves, stealing artefacts from the future to bring progress forward. And they are about to venture on their most treacherous mission.For The Butterfly Club have their eyes on a shiny new prize. In Egypt's Valley of the Kings a man named Howard Carter will stumble upon an unimaginable treasure – Tutankhamun's mummy: the greatest archaeological discovery of all time.The three children are given an impossible task: travel to 1922 and uncover the mummy first. But when the time-thieves disturb Tutankhamun's long sleep they wake something else too – a deadly and ancient curse. And now they must face the terrifying consequences of their actions...Trade Review'If mystery, daring and the discovery of the thrilling secrets of Tutankhamun's tomb tickle your reading taste buds, then feast on the second book of a rip-roaring, time-travelling mystery by the bestselling STAGS author, M.A. Bennett' * Lancashire Post *'Chock-full of fascinating historical snippets' * mybookcorner.co.uk *'A gripping journey full of fascinating characters from history, undercover deception, a threatening curse and foreshadowing of the future. I love the combination of imaginative story and true facts. Primary children love learning about the Ancient Egyptians and are always intrigued by King Tutankhamun. They will devour this story and be encouraged to think about the consequences of history' * scopeforimagination.co.uk *'This is a clever and engaging read – an intriguing book for readers Y5+ for fans of history that want a bit more action than a straightforward non-fiction fact book may provide' * whatiread.co.uk *'This is a series to make you think, question and ponder. The what ifs are cleverly written and the outcomes even better than you can imagine! With a third in the series on the way. These will hook readers in and have them begging for more' * myshelvesarefull.com *

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Book Synopsis'A hugely entertaining mystery' – Fiona Noble, The Bookseller Children's Previews 'One to Watch' Greenwich, London, 15th February 1894.Luna thinks that an evening at her aunt's butterfly club sounds deathly boring.But it turns out that the meeting, held in the Butterfly Room at the Greenwich Observatory, is not at all as Luna expects. The Butterfly Club is a society with an unusual secret . . . they use time travel to plunder the future for wonders.Together with her friends, Konstantin and Aidan, and a clockwork cuckoo, Luna boards the Time Train. The gang travel to 1912 and find themselves aboard a great ship travelling from Southampton to New York. They locate a man called Guglielmo Marconi and his new invention: the wireless radio. But as the ship heads into icy waters, they discover its name:The RMS TITANICCan Luna and the boys save Marconi and his invention from the doomed ship?Can they get the radio back home to the Butterfly Club?And how will their actions change the rest of time?Trade Review'A hugely entertaining mystery' -- Fiona Noble, The Bookseller, Children's Previews 'One to Watch'

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Book SynopsisDiscover the four seasons in spell-binding detail, brought to life in art made entirely from pressed flowers and leaves. Artist Helen Ahpornsiri transforms petals, leaves and seeds into bounding hares, swooping swallows and fluttering butterflies. Turn the page to watch flowers unfold, see birds take flight or peek inside animal homes. Marvel at the magic of each moment and rediscover the wonders of a year in the wild . . .Trade Review'Helen Ahpornsiri's A Year in the Wild is a meditative wander through the seasons, with text that feels as if it should be voiced by David Attenborough, and quietly spectacular artwork' -- Imogen Russell-Williams * The Guardian *An extraordinarily beautiful celebration of nature through the year, using nature itself * Juno magazine *

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Book SynopsisKatie 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.Trade ReviewA fun, hilarious and gentle way to teach your child about their bodies. * Made for Mums *

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Book SynopsisHannah Watson has wonderful memories of staying above her grandma's bookshop as a child, sneaking down after closing time to look through the children's books. This love of books translated into studying English and French literature at Durham University and The Sorbonne in Paris. She joined Usborne Publishing after graduating in 2015, and cherishes the thought that some of her books can now be found by curious children on bookshop shelves.

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Book SynopsisSam Taplin (Author) Sam Taplin grew up in a beautiful valley in Yorkshire, where he dreamed of being a writer, and after three years reading other people's books at university he started writing his own for Usborne. He's been doing it ever since. When he's not writing about lonely rabbits or inquisitive bears, he likes doing card tricks, writing songs and playing long games of chess by the fire.Trade ReviewExpect gales of giggles and tons of touchy-feely, singalong encores! * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisA charming lift-the-flap story from the bestselling, record-breaking partnership of Julia Donaldson and Rebecca Cobb.One little boy is very excited when he receives an invitation to go and play at his friend Dan's house. But there's just one problem, he doesn't know which house on South Street Dan lives in. Along the way he meets some very interesting neighbours, including a cook, a pirate and ghost. But which door does Dan live behind? A wonderful game of dressing-up awaits. Will he ever be able to find the right house?Written in Julia Donaldson's trademark rhyming style and with adorable illustrations packed full of details to spot from the award-winning Rebecca Cobb, this is a book to delight young children, and to read again, and again . . . and again!

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Book Synopsis**A Christmas treat - Daily Mail** _______________ THE BUNNY ADVENTURES: OVER 1.5 MILLION COPIES SOLD! DISCOVER THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING SERIES _______________ We’re going on a sleigh ride, HO! HO! HO! Can you find the hidden gifts? Whoosh! Off we go! Ho! Ho! Ho! Climb aboard Santa's sleigh and join the fun as four bunnies set off on a thrilling festive adventure. With ten presents to find hidden under the flaps, it’s an action-packed treasure hunt! You’ll need to watch out for the obstacles along the way – snowy clouds, church spires, flocks of flying geese – and help the sleigh back to the North Pole in time for Christmas! The perfect Christmas gift, full of festive fun and winter magic, from the bestselling author of We're Going on an Elf Chase. _______________ The Bunny Adventures series is the perfect collection for young children, full of exciting adventures, fun lift-the-flap pages, and made of very sturdy paper for little hands. Collect them all for a wonderful gift to be read, re-read, and treasured for years to come. _______________Trade ReviewA wild Christmas-themed story that is full of surprises! Readers will love the bouncy text, vibrant illustrations, and the surprises hidden under the flaps on the pages! * Storytime Magazine *A Christmas treat * Daily Mail *Perfect for Christmas counting fun! * Sunday Express Magazine on WE'RE GOING ON AN ELF CHASE *

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Book Synopsis 'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN 'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER 'An absolute must-have for every young person’s bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST Prepare to be inspired with this fantastically great new series for young readers from bestselling author Kate Pankhurst, descendent of suffragette Emmeline Pankhurst. In this first book, read the true stories of amazing scientists and discover things that are out of this world! Women have been responsible for many of the world's most groundbreaking scientific discoveries. These are the stories of incredible female scientists whose hard work and persistence changed our understanding of science, and transformed people's ideas of what women can do. · Reach for the stars with the first African-American woman to go into space Mae Jemison · Explore volcanoes with the fearless Katia Krafft · Invent a treatment for malaria with the determined Tu YouYou · Make scientific discoveries that will change the world with Marie Curie Including comic strips, family trees, maps and more, Fantastically Great Women Scientists and Their Stories is a celebration of women who made some of the world's most important scientific breakthroughs. A fantastic gift for girls and boys alike! List of women featured: Mae Jemison, Marie Curie, Elizabeth Blackwell, Janaki Ammal, Caroline Herschel, Katia Krafft, Tu Youyou and Rosalind Franklin.Trade Review...the third in Kate Pankhurst’s colourful picture-book celebrations of notable females; with their playful use of speech bubbles and perspective shifts, they remain significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls. -- Imogen Russell Williams on Fantastically Great Women Who Worked Wonders * The Guardian *It's a tremendously engaging read: smart, informative, inclusive and accessible, with gorgeous, visually creative art. -- Fiona Noble on Fantastically Great Women Who Made History * The Bookseller *This one succeeds, thanks to its interesting choice of role models, gorgeous colourful illustrations, a sense of humour and sharp language that informs without patronising * The Times on Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World *Every element of this book is pieced together perfectly; the amount of information, the fun way it is presented, the illustrations and of course the diverse mix of women. This book should be available in every school and every library and is sure to inspire young people to follow their hearts * Acorn Books on Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World *An absolute must-have for every young person’s bookshelf * The Huffington Post on Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World *

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Book SynopsisPeppa and her friends are celebrating Easter at the petting farm! They are searching for eggs to paint and decorate.Join Peppa on her search in this brilliant touch-and-feel story. Stroke the chicken''s fluffy feathers, feel the guinea pigs'' soft fur and touch the pretty petals.Happy egg hunting!Don''t miss these other brilliant Peppa books:Peppa Pig: What''s at the Zoo, Peppa? A Touch-and-Feel PlaybookPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Easter Hide and Seek: A Lift-the-Flap BookPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Halloween Fun: A Touch-and-Feel Playbook

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