Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books
Dorling Kindersley Ltd LEGO Star Wars Character Encyclopedia Updated
Book SynopsisElizabeth Dowsett grew up playing with lots of LEGO bricks. She edited her first LEGO book in 2009, the LEGO Star Wars: Visual Dictionary, which went on to sell over a million copies. The first LEGO book she wrote was LEGO Harry Potter Building the Magical World, which was a No. 1 New York Times Bestseller.She has been writing and editing illustrated books for more than 15 years and has worked on more than 50 LEGO titles. She lives in England, where she enjoys building LEGO sets with her two children.
£15.29
Quarto Publishing PLC Martin Luther King Jr 33 Little People BIG DREAMS
Book Synopsis In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Martin Luther King Jr., the inspiring minister and civil rights activist. Little Martin grew up in a family of preachers: his dad was a preacher, his uncle was a preacher, his grandfather was a preacher… so maybe he’d become a great preacher too. One day, a friend invited him to play at his house. Martin was shocked when his mother wouldn’t let him in because he was black. That day he realized there was something terribly unfair going on. Martin believed that no one should remain silent and accept something if it's wrong. And he promised himself that – when he grew up – he’d fight injustice with the most powerful weapon of all: words. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photTrade Review“Although many publishers have a young readers series of historically important Americans, this one might be a better one to show, in just over 400 words, what the man meant to the nation and the civil rights movement of the 1960s.” —The New York Journal of Books
£9.49
Hachette Children's Group A First Look At: Autism: I See Things Differently
Book SynopsisThis reassuring picture book explains what autism is in simple terms, helping children with siblings or classmates with autism understand what everyday life feels like from a child with autism's perspective.The superb A First Look At series consists of a number of reassuring picturebooks that give advice and promote interaction between children, parents, and teachers on a wide variety of personal, social and emotional issues. Notes for parents and teachers at the back of the book provide valuable advice for how to share this book with your child or class. Suitable for Key Stage 1 (ages 5-7), occasional prompts throughout the text give a chance to discuss the issue being raised. Written by trained psychotherapist, journalist and parent, and illustrated by an experienced children's book artist, this is a part of an acclaimed and successful, long-running series of picture-book non-fiction books for Early Years. Books in the series give advice and promote interaction between children, parents and teachers on a wide variety of personal, social and emotional issues. They are excellent tools for teachers to use during classroom discussions.Trade ReviewThere are 700,000 people in the UK who are autistic and what life feels like for them is conveyed beautifully in this simple picture book. It offers an insight into some of the sensory difficulties that people with autism experience, as well as explaining what is perceived as their odd behaviour. * The Sun *
£9.52
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Top Girls
Book SynopsisMarlene thinks the eighties are going to be stupendous. Her sister Joyce has her doubts. Her daughter Angie is just frightened. Since its premiere in 1982, Top Girls has become a seminal play of the modern theatre. Set during a period of British politics dominated by the presence of the newly elected Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, Churchill's play prompts us to question our notions of women''s success and solidarity. Its sharp look at the society and politics of the 1980s is combined with a timeless examination of women''s choices and restrictions regarding career and family.This new Student Edition features an introduction by Sophie Bush, Senior Lecturer at Sheffield Hallam University, UK prepared with the contemporary student in mind. METHUEN DRAMA STUDENT EDITIONS are expertly annotated texts of a wide range of plays from the modern and classic repertoires. A well as the complete text of the play itself, this volume contains: A chronology of the play and the playwTrade ReviewTop Girls has a combination of directness and complexity, which keeps you both emotionally and intellectually alert. You can smell life, and at the same time, feel locked in an argument with an agile and passionate mind. -- John Peter * Sunday Times *The work builds to a superb emotion-draining climax that sent me out of the theatre convinced that this is the best British play ever from a woman dramatist -- Michael Billington * Guardian *[Churchill's] play is brilliantly conceived with considerable wit to illuminate the underlying deep human seriousness of her theme -- Bryan Robertson * Spectator *Table of ContentsChronology (Churchill's life and work, alongside significant political, social and cultural events) Contexts * Historical contexts (women’s rights/advancement; Thatcher’s Britain) * Theatrical contexts (The Royal Court; Max Stafford Clark; production history; critical responses) * The play today (an interview with David Shirley, director of the play in 2014) Themes * Women and work * Female Genealogy: Mothers and daughters (killing your mother; giving up your daughter); sisters (and sisterhood); 'Herstory'/re-finding women's histories * Women’s ability/freedom to occupy multiple/conflicting roles * Women aping masculine behaviour/dress/passing as men * 'Getting away'/freedom/travel/social mobility * Class (individualism vs socialism; economic/social mobility; materialism vs human compassion; 'successful' women ignoring the plight of less fortunate women) Dramatic Technique * Language * Structure * Characterisation/multi-roling Academic Debate (including suggestions for further reading) Related Work Play Text (with on-page glossing/notes) Glossary of Dramatic Terms
£10.99
Little Tiger Press Group Bee: Nature's tiny miracle
Book SynopsisA bee appears, striped black and gold; A wonder of nature is about to unfold. A gorgeous board book by award-winning author and illustrator Britta Teckentrup! Turn the pages to follow the miraculous little bee and its journey from flower to flower in this delightful peep-through board book. Lyrical text by Patricia Hegarty is paired with stunning artwork by the award-winning illustrator Britta Teckentrup to bring the miracle of pollination to life. Die-cuts let you peep through the pages and vibrant artwork captures the fascinating lives of bees. Also available in the Peek-through Nature series: Don't miss the full range of stunning books that focus on the natural world, including Moon, Tree, Sea and Home! For more Britta Teckentrup books that explore social themes, don’t miss We Are Together, Under the Same Sky, Kindness Grows and A Happy Place.
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK How to Grow a Unicorn
Book SynopsisA rollicking, rhyming read-aloud treat from wordsmith extraordinaire, debut author Rachel Morrisroe, and the ridiculously talented, bestselling Steven LentonWelcome to Mr Pottifer''s Parlour of Plants: a magical shop with the most surprising plants you''ll ever see!Sarah thinks she''s discovered the perfect gift for her garden-loving grandma, but before you can say GARDEN FULL OF UNICORNS, things grow wildly out-of-hand! Live your own hilarious unicorn fantasy in this rip-roaring, rhyming delight from a terrifically talented new picture book author, with illustrations from the brilliant, bestselling illustrator Steven Lenton - illustrator of Shifty McGifty and The Hundred and One Dalmations picture book.
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK Jessie and the Star Rider
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Flying Eye Books Amazon River
Book SynopsisBeginning with a tiny trickle high in the mountains, smaller streams join until they form the world’s largest river. Crossing a continent, it winds through lush rainforests until it meets the ocean. From piranhas to the giant anaconda, this mighty waterway is home to the world’s most incredible ecosystem. Welcome to the Amazon River.Trade ReviewStylish illustrations by the Brazilian artist d'Hipolito perfectly compliment this poetic non-fiction volume about the Amazon - its wildlife, historic civilisations and the jeopardy it's in now. Both text and images make the information zing. * The Sunday Times *The illustrations are vibrant and luscious - the river and rainforest live and breathe in this book. -- JUNO MagazineA fine blend of Amazon basics, the river's rarities, and human influence. * Booklist.com *
£10.44
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The History of Information
Book SynopsisChris Haughton is an Irish designer and author living in London. He has published seven books and an app. His books have been translated into more than 30 languages and have won awards in more than a dozen countries.
£17.00
Walker Books Ltd India Incredible India
Book SynopsisJourney through India and explore its incredible diversity in this richly illustrated book, with words from a Costa-winning author.Written by award-winning author Jasbinder Bilan with detailed artwork by Nina Chakrabarti, this is a joyful celebration of India and its incredible people, places and wildlife. Watch elephants bathing from a houseboat in Kerala, marvel at ancient cave paintings in Bhimbetka, wander through Delhi''s bustling streets, and ride a train through the snow-capped peaks of the Himalaya. Uncover India''s fascinating history and culture, and explore the unique mix of the traditional and modern that makes India the incredible country it is today.Winner of the Books for Topics Book of the Year!Shortlisted for The Week Junior Book Awards 2023!A truly stunning book to pour over for hours. WRD magazineThis colourful, evocative journey through India [] does a superb job of conveyinTrade Reviewa visual pleasure, a celebration of tradition and modernity and a book to make readers dream of exploration. -- Nicolette Jones * children's book of the week, Sunday Times, Sunday Times Ireland *[...]in her first nonfiction title, Bilan celebrates India’s people and places, revealing what makes the country so special and vibrant. -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller *this colourful, evocative journey through India […] does a superb job of conveying the vast scale, variety and richness of the subcontinent, touching intriguingly on its wealth of wildlife, food, festivals, dance, scientific innovation and history. * Guardian *This book can be dipped into, read at length or can be explored in as many diverse ways as there are regions in India. Every time the covers are opened there is something new to discover. Readers will be able to almost see and smell the wonderful things which are being described. Through the pages, they can travel in their thoughts and widen their horizons and grow in knowledge, creativity and ideas. Curiosities will be sparked, questions will flow, and imaginations will be fired up. * IBBY UK *A truly stunning book to pour over for hours. * WRD Magazine *
£12.74
Hachette Children's Group The Cosmic Diary of a Future Space Explorer
Book SynopsisA real-life astronaut is here to tell you what it''s REALLY like to blast off into space - and everywhere we might travel in the future! Could we build a colony on Mars? Will we ever land on Venus? Can we play football on the Moon?Your mission, if you choose to accept, is to pull on your spacesuit and join your guide, real astronaut Tim Peake (and a host of expert STEM characters), in this fascinating adventure through space, time and the diary of one truly incredible space adventure. With help from some robot adventurers, you''ll discover space missions of the past and present, and where we might travel in the future . . .Written by real-life astronaut Tim Peake, this children''s non-fiction book is essential for readers who want to discover more about space travel, the universe and our place in it.
£11.69
Penguin Random House Children's UK Roald Dahl Whizzpopping Joke Book
Book SynopsisDiscover this rip-roaringly funny collection of jokes for kids, with over 500 gigglesome gags and illustrations by Quentin Blake.Why is six afraid of seven?Because seven eight nine!Inspired by Roald Dahl''s wonderful world, these jokes are guaranteed to make even the Trunchbull laugh! Spend hours chortling your way through pages filled with your favourite Roald Dahl characters, including Matilda, the BFG, Willy Wonka and Fantastic Mr Fox.Give the gift of laughter with this joke book for kids (whether they''re 8 or 80!)
£7.59
OUP Oxford Oxford School Dictionary Thesaurus
Book SynopsisA one-stop dictionary & thesaurus for upper primary students.The Oxford School Dictionary & Thesaurus combines a comprehensive dictionary at the top of the page with a companion thesaurus at the bottom, for the upper primary student moving into secondary school. The dictionary contains clear simple definitions, up-to-date example sentences, and support on spelling, grammar and punctuation. The thesaurus provides thousands of up-to-date synonyms, arranged by the meaning that is closest to that of the headword, instead of alphabetically, to enable users to select the most accurate alternative. Having the dictionary and thesaurus entry on the same page makes it a very easy-to-use one-volume reference tool. It is powered by the Oxford Children''s Corpus, a unique electronic database of millions of words of writing for children. Plus, for downloadable word games, puzzles, and activities, go online to the www.oxforddictionaries.com/schools website.
£10.44
Penguin Random House Children's UK Theres an Elf in Your Book
Book SynopsisA festive interactive adventure from bestselling author Tom Fletcher!GOLLY GUMDROPS . . . A LITTLE ELF HAS FOUND THEIR WAY INTO YOUR BOOK!What does Elf want?Oh! Just to see if you''ve been naughty or nice this year!Elf will ask you a few simple questions to find out. And surely there won''t be any tricks to try and get you to be naughty . . . will there?Hmmm, this could be quite a tricksy little elf. You''d better keep your wits about you if you want to make it on to Santa''s Nice List!A fantastically fun and uniquely interactive treat from the creators of There''s a Monster in Your Book. Discover a wonderful new Christmas tradition in a book to read again and again.Also available:There''s a Monster in Your BookThere''s a Dragon in Your BookThere''s an Alien in Your Book
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK A Different Sort of Normal
Book SynopsisCHILDREN''S NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR, THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS - SHORTLISTEDBLUE PETER BOOK AWARDS BEST BOOK WITH FACTS - LONGLISTEDOBSERVER CHILDREN''S BOOK OF THE MONTHDiscover the award-winning true story of one girl''s journey growing up autistic and undiagnosed a must-read book about autism, neurodiversity and embracing who you are - for kids and adults alike. If you''ve ever felt different, out of place, like you don''t fit in - this book is for you. ''This book is what I needed as a kid! Empathetic, joyful and beautifully authentic.'' - Elle McNicoll, author of A Kind of Spark''I REALLY love it. It''s the book I wish I''d had when I was a kid. Buy it for your kids, your parents, your grandparents. Mostly buy it for yourself'' - Holly Smale, author of the Geek Girl SeriesHonest, real and downright brilliant' - Louise Gooding, author of Wonderfully Wired BrainsHi! My name is Abigail and I'm autistic.But when I was a child I didn't know I was autistic. In fact - it wasn't until I was in my thirties that I discovered my neurodivergence and my life finally started to make sense.This book follows my journey of self discovery from childhood through adulthood, as I attempt to navigate the confusing world around me - a world predominantly built for neurotypical brains.In this book you'll find:VERY IMPORTANT FACTS about neurodiversity, neurodivergence, autistic traits, autism and gender, sensory sensitivities, social communication, emotions, friendships, bullying, sensory overload, meltdowns, family, school, special interests, masking, puberty AND MOREVERY PERSONAL STORIES involving toilets, cats, poo, swimming pools, my ridiculous family, my slightly unusual way of trying to make friends, falling up the French stairs wearing a skirt, getting locked in a cinema overnight and MORE embarrassing (and often hilarious) moments like thesePLUS TIPS for supporting the neurodivergent people in your life, advocating for your own needs as a neurodivergent person, and learning to embrace what makes you different.It's for children. It's for adults. It's for neurodivergent people. It's for neurotypical people. It's for parents, carers, siblings, teachers, librarians, psychiatrists, doctors, nurses - and everyone else too.Basically - it's for you.EXTRA IMPORTANT AND LITTLE KNOWN FACT: A Different Sort of Normal is also indirectly a story about growing up as an auDHD person - because nearly a year after this book was published I received my ADHD diagnosis!Discover why readers love A Different sort of Normal:Funny, poignant and wise, with a rich seam of understanding and empathy . . . one of the best children''s non-fiction books I''ve read in a long time' The BooksellerProbably the most accessible & engaging book I have ever read' Dyslexic ReviewsInsightful, accessible and easy to navigate, this is an essential book for autistic and allistic (non-autistic) readers of all ages' BookTrust''Funny, fascinating . . . a rewarding and highly entertaining read'' GuardianA hugely engaging, funny and informative account of being neurodivergent' ObserverEmpathic, informative, hilarious, endearing gem of a book' - ****** Reader ReviewMy 9yr old has read this cover to cover so many times but I'd recommend it for a huge age range including adults tooThis book was our favourite and most useful purchase post diagnosis. It is written with such care, kindness and good humour about many of the insights into autistic life that would never feature in the DSM.' - ****** Reader ReviewI'm so happy this book exists. It's laugh-out-loud funny, warm and wise. Abigail Balfe is like the fun but ultimately responsible and trustworthy big sister all autistic kids need in their lives.' ***** Reader ReviewThis helped me feel seen and heard as a late dx''d adult. My local autism services now recommend this book to newly diagnosed people as it is easy to digest with lots of personal anecdotes as well as facts about autism written in an easy to understand way.' ****** Reader ReviewAlthough I don't have Autism, I do have ADHD. If you are familiar with ADHD, you may or may not know that a lot of ADHD symptoms overlap with autism. I instantly felt a connection with Abigail, her brain ticks like mine, and it's fantastic! I wish little me who struggled growing up, had this book to read. I instantly felt like someone else understands me without having to say anything' ****** Reader ReviewTrade ReviewA funny, fascinating illustrated memoir that conveys - via joyous tangential leaps, vivid doodles and informative notes - how it felt to grow up autistic and undiagnosed . . . a rewarding and highly entertaining read * Guardian *I REALLY love it. It's the book I wish I'd had when I was a kid (I'd have known I was autistic immediately, right down to the cats). Buy it for your kids, your parents, your grandparents. Mostly buy it for yourself * Holly Smale *Illuminating * The I Paper *A hugely engaging, funny and informative account of being neurodivergent * Observer *This book is what I needed as a kid! Empathetic, joyful and beautifully authentic. I loved it! * Elle McNicoll, author of A Kind of Spark *Funny, poignant and wise, with a rich seam of understanding and empathy . . . one of the best children's non-fiction books I've read in a long time * The Bookseller *Insightful, accessible and easy to navigate, this is an essential book for autistic and allistic (non-autistic) readers of all ages * Booktrust *An amazing, life-changing hug of a book I wish I had when I was growing up. It's funny, eye-opening and supremely reassuring and an important, myth-busting look into autism and how that experience can vary so much. For anyone and EVERYONE who has ever felt different. Time to reclaim it and celebrate it * Rashmi Sirdeshpande *This book is a great explainer, full of empathy for different situations, which explodes many misconceptions about autistic people along the way! I wish I had had this available many years ago when teaching an autistic child on a one-to-one basis * Love Reading 4 Schools *What a difference Abigail Balfe's new book is going to make for so many people! A Different Sort of Normal is a wonderful blend of humour, information & reassuring comfort * Emma Perry *Highly illustrated, beautiful and an essential book for young autistic people * Lizzie Huxley-Jones *
£8.54
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Wonderfully Wired Stories Minnas Masks
Book SynopsisAfter years working in children's entertainment, Louise Gooding channelled her creativity into writing. Louise has a keen interest in sharing stories that feature characters that stand out, are different, and who have something to say. Inspired by stories from her own experiences and those of her family, she took up writing to find a way of discussing neurological and physical diversity, and how to explore other sensitive issues within children's books.
£7.59
Dorling Kindersley Ltd My Holy Communion Memory Book
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£15.65
Dorling Kindersley Ltd My Cat
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£9.49
Hachette Children's Group Bend It Like Beckham
Book SynopsisIf you're 18, love Beckham and can bend a ball like him the world's your oyster, right? Wrong. If you're Jess - 18, Indian and a girl - forget it.Trade ReviewThis is a really excellent book -- I saw the film but the book is better! -- Danielle Lewis, Craigmount High * Teen Titles *Why did I like this book? Simple! It was brilliant. Hilarious and sad. -- Kylie Hughes, Heysham High School * Lancashire Children's Book of the Year Award *A brilliant read -- Gemma Ashcroft, 17 * Boox *Sheer joy to read * AllinfoaboutchildrensbooksUK.com *
£9.25
Scholastic US Guts
Book SynopsisA true story from Raina Telgemeier, the #1 New York Times bestselling, multiple Eisner Award-winning author of Smile, Sisters, Drama, and Ghosts!Raina wakes up one night with a terrible upset stomach. Her mom has one, too, so it''s probably just a bug. Raina eventually returns to school, where she''s dealing with the usual highs and lows: friends, not-friends, and classmates who think the school year is just one long gross-out session. It soon becomes clear that Raina''s tummy trouble isn''t going away... and it coincides with her worries about food, school, and changing friendships. What''s going on?Raina Telgemeier once again brings us a thoughtful, charming, and funny true story about growing up and gathering the courage to face -- and conquer -- her fears.
£10.44
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Sun is also a Star
Book Synopsis*Now a major film starring Yara Shahidi and Charles Melton* The New York Times bestselling love story from Nicola Yoon, author of Everything, Everything.Natasha: I’m a girl who believes in science and facts.Trade ReviewMoving and suspenseful * Publishers Weekly *Lyrical and sweeping, full of hope, heartbreak, fate. . . and the universal beating of the human heart * Booklist *Profound . . . both deeply moving and satisfying * Kirkus *
£8.54
Scholastic The Wild Wood
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Scholastic A Single Thread of Moonlight New edition
Book SynopsisIris Grey's childhood was idyllic... until her father remarried. Far too spirited to be forced into a life of servitude, sheruns away to London, where she crosses paths with handsome, cleverand cold Nicholas Wynter. Will their spark burnbright or will it be extinguished in the flames of their ambition?
£8.54
Quarto Publishing PLC Shakira
Book SynopsisFrom the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Shakira, the world’s most popular Latin American singer. As a child, little Shakira knew she was born to be performer. Even as a little girl, she was full of natural rhythm and she was obsessed with singing, writing songs and dancing whenever she got the opportunity. At 14 years old she recorded her first album, and although it wasn't a success, she knew she had found her calling. She persevered, and within four years she had finally got her first hit! She soon became a Latin American icon, winning many awards and creating global hits across the world, becoming widely known as the Queen of Latin Music. With her fame, Shakira started a foundation to help children in her native country, Colombia and other developing countries across the world, providing th
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Arcturus Publishing How to Talk to Dolphins and Other Incredible
Book SynopsisWilliam Potter is a talented and versatile author of children's and adult non-fiction and comic books. His comic book oeuvre includes well-known properties such as Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Sonic the Comic. He has also successfully kickstarted the creator-owned comic Geezer in collaboration with Philip Bond. He lives in Haslemere, UK.Richard Watson studied illustration at Lincoln University School of Art and Design and achieved a first class BA honours degree upon graduating. He uses a range of techniques to produce his artwork, mixing traditional drawing and painting with collage and mixed media.
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HarperCollins Publishers Cindergorilla
Book SynopsisLove fairy tales? Love animals? Love laugh-out-loud storytelling? Look no further!Cindergorilla loves to dance. She longs to go to the Saturday Night Disco Ball, where the other gorillas strut their stuff, but her horrid aunt and cousins, Gertrude and Grace always say no. Instead Cindergorilla must stay home and do the housework!But all that changes when Cinder gets a visit from her Hairy Godmother . . .The second hilarious title in a fun-filled fairytale series with empowering messages for young readers!Perfect for fans of The Fairytale Hairdresser and The Lion Inside series.Look out for:RabunzelComing soon:Snowy WhiteTrade Review‘Fizzing with energy . . . a gloriously silly but also empowering story’ – Julia Eccleshare, Pick of the Month, LoveReading4Kids on Rabunzel
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Hachette Children's Group Hani and Ishus Guide to Fake Dating
Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE YA BOOK PRIZE 2022! Hani and Ishu couldn''t be less alike - and they definitely don''t like each other. But when fates collide and they pretend to date each other, things start to get messy... A heart-warming queer YA love story for fans of Becky Albertalli.Everyone likes Hani Khan - she''s easy going and one of the most popular girls at school. But when she comes out to her friends as bisexual, they don''t believe her, claiming she can''t be bi if she''s only dated guys. Panicked, Hani blurts out that she''s in a relationship... with a girl her friends can''t stand - Ishu Dey.Ishu is the polar opposite of Hani. An academic overachiever, she hopes that becoming head girl will set her on the right track for university. Her only problem? Becoming head girl is a popularity contest and Ishu is hardly popular. Pretending to date Hani is the only way she''ll stand a chance of being elected.Despite their mutually beneficial pact, tTrade ReviewHani and Ishu's Guide to Fake Dating is funny and warm, cleverly balancing skilled storytelling and romantic themes with an exploration of issues such as race and otherness, queer-ness and sexuality * Bookseller *
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Hachette Children's Group Team Planet Protect Geoparks
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£10.90
Hachette Children's Group Neurodiverse Planet
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Geography for Beginners
Book SynopsisThe world we live in is complex and constantly changing. It's battered by weather, shaken by earthquakes, and mined, farmed and polluted by humans. This book helps readers understand these processes, make sense of our relationship with the planet, and find ways to change it for the better. Geography is a HUGE subject area that deals with so much more than map-making, rocks, and town planning. This book unpicks how an awareness of geography helps people think about how important the world around us is, from the landscape we live on to the relationships between entire countries. Part of the award-winning 'for Beginners' series, which explains big subjects to kids in late primary and early secondary education. Each book outlines what those subjects are about, which big questions experts are grappling with, and what jobs people who study them might go on to do.Table of ContentsWhat is geography?Chapter 1: Journey into the EarthWhat the Earth itself is made of, how that all works, and how we find out more about it.Chapter 2: Weather and climateWhat goes on in the Earth's atmosphere, the difference between weather and climate, and how they both affect people's lives around the world.Chapter 3: Watery worldAll about oceans, rivers and ice - and how people's lives depend on water in all sorts of ways.Chapter 4: Homes, towns, citiesWhere people live, why they live there, and how people shape the places around them.Chapter 5: How money and power shape the worldHow countries and borders work, and how and why some countries are more powerful than others.Chapter 6: Improving livesUsing the tools of geography to find out how people live in different countries and identify ways to improve lives.Chapter 7: Big issuesWhat are some of the big questions that geographers ask? What geography mysteries are yet to be solved?Geography is EVERYWHERE!GlossaryJobs in geographyIndexAcknowledgements
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Tyndale House Publishers NLT HandsOn Bible Third Edition Softcover
Book SynopsisNew look! Updated with a fresh, colorful new design, the Hands-On Bible is the BEST OVERALL BIBLE for kids and families. It features loads of exciting hands-on activities and unique experiences to help children want to read and explore the Bible.Jesus taught with hands-on lessons and illustrations. The Hands-On Bible uses the same experience-based learning to communicate God's Word in an active, understandable way. With hundreds of fun, memorable activities, the colorful Hands-On Bible is packed with activities and experiences that invite kids to crawl inside the Scriptures and do God's Word! Exciting Bible features include 102 Hands-On Bible Experiences, 52 Key Verse Activities, 31 Bible Hero Biographies, 16 Bible Bonanza Experiences, 82 Jesus Connections, 66 Bible Book Intros, 69 Fun Facts, a Where to Turn When I'm . . . index, kid-friendly Q & A, and charts and maps.The Hands-On Bible includes the ent
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Hachette Children's Group Early Reader: The Loch Ness Monster Spotters
Book SynopsisA charming and humorous Early Reader story about one of the world's best known mythical monsters, from HORRIBLE SCIENCES illustrator Tony De Saulles.Meet the McFee family. They are Loch Ness Monster spotters. They wear Loch Ness T-shirts, Loch Ness hats and Loch Ness badges. But the Loch Ness Monster spotting family have one problem. They have never EVER spotted the Loch Ness Monster!Early Readers are stepping stones from picture books to reading books perfect for building confidence in new readers and reluctant readers. A blue Early Reader is perfect for sharing and reading together. A red Early Reader is the next step on your reading journey.Trade ReviewThey're brilliant stories told by amazing authors and illustrators. Stuffed full of colour, not many words per page, they're perfect for children moving from picture books into reading chapter books. * Steve Cole, THE SUN *
£8.04
Hachette Children's Group The Official Agatha Christie After School Detectives Club
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Hachette Children's Group Strange Science How do Plants Eat Animals The Strange Science of Living Things
Book SynopsisDiscover the most weird, wonderful and wacky aspects of living things with fun comic strips
£14.24
Hachette Children's Group Animal Stats Sea Life
Book SynopsisA bright and colourful look at nature in numbers: jam-packed with facts and figures, making science and numeracy fun!
£13.29
Hachette Children's Group Science Toons Changing States
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Hachette Children's Group Its Tough to Be A Black Mamba and Other Snakes
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Walker Books Ltd Penny and the Little Lost Puppy
Book Synopsis“A sweet-shop array of rainbow hues and fascinating details lend this story a child-pleasing, involving freshness.” – GuardianThe author-illustrator debut from one of the best artists working today – featuring one adorable little dog! Moving home can feel a bit lonely, so Penny can’t believe her luck when she finds a new friend right in her garden: a puppy who wants to play all day long! But the next morning, Penny's playmate is nowhere to be seen ... wherever can she have gone? To find out, Penny and Dad will have to get to know their new town a little better. With this charming tale, the award-winning artist behind The Christmas Eve Tree and the critically acclaimed Tiny series makes her debut as an author-illustrator: here is a story about making friends and finding ways to belong, matching a gentle text with spectacular, detailed artwork. The result is a book to pore over – perfect for any young dog fans.Trade Review[A] touching story from one of our greatest children’s illustrators [...] To open one of Sutton’s books is to submit to fantasy. * The Times *Sutton’s intricate illustrations complement her simple, gently suspenseful prose. * The Daily Telegraph *There are more intricate images in Penny and the Little Lost Puppy, Emily Sutton’s debut as author-illustrator. A sweet-shop array of rainbow hues and fascinating details lend the story of a little girl, a lost puppy, a new home and a new friend a child-pleasing, involving freshness. Kids of four or five plus will enjoy the more sophisticated picture book. * The Guardian *
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd Little Chick
Book SynopsisA peep-through adventure on the farm with Little Chick, to share with the youngest readers, illustrated by award-winning author-artist, Petr Horácek.Who can you find on the farm? Join Little Chick and peep through the cut-outs on each spread to spy a whole host of animals. And there is a very special someone waiting at the end of the book.Trade ReviewVibrant artwork with cutaway pages and cleverly placed die-cuts, together with simple question and answer texts, will captivate little humans as they follow the titular animals through their simple stories… With his trademark glowing colours, Petr Horácek’s interactive ‘peep-through’ books will be enjoyed by adult sharers and the very youngest listeners. * Red Reading Hub *
£7.59
Walker Books Ltd I REALLY Like Slop
Book SynopsisPerfect for children just learning to read, this highly original book is told entirely in speech bubbles with a repetitive use of familiar phrases. From the king of pre-school comedy, the award-winning author of Don''t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!Gerald is careful. Piggie is not.Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to.Gerald and Piggie are best friends.In I Really Like Slop!, Piggie invites Gerald to try her favourite food ... slop! But Gerald is not so sure he's going to like it. AT ALL. Mo Willems creates another hilarious escapade starring the award-winning duo that will have early readers breaking into laughter from the first page.
£7.59
Amazon Publishing Biggest Fake in the Universe
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£11.69
Second Story Press As a Boy
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£10.79
Second Story Press Where Will I Live?
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£10.79
SPCK Publishing Bubbles: Stories of Jesus
Book SynopsisWhile bathing baby and very young children, enjoy three popular stories that Jesus told three popular Bible stories with its splashes and sounds to make. This simple and colourful bath book is perfect for sharing during bath time to encourage chatting about the finding of the lost sheep, the return of the lost son and the good Samaritan. An exciting book for bath time for little hands to spot things and explore. The Bubbles series of bath books are water-proof, non-toxic, completely baby safe and they float.
£5.99
Little Tiger Press Group Dead Yard Seeds of Doom
Book SynopsisBudding film-maker Jermaine is at his great-great uncle's Dead Yard, a service for the deceased that lasts the entire night. There's music, tons of people and lots of food, so when Jermaine spots a plate of patties - his favourite snack - he digs in immediately.But upon taking a bite he finds himself in big trouble. Turns out that at a Dead Yard, a table is set up under a tent with food for the departed loved one. No one is allowed to eat from it before midnight, which is believed to be the time when the spirit passes through. Jermaine wishes he knew that before 22:53! Now he's got the angry spirit of his Uncle Carl in his life. ALL. THE. TIME. But that isn't the only creepy happening in town. Kids are suffering from a mysterious illness that sounds A LOT like the Jamaican ghost tales his great gran has told him. With cursed cassava seeds in the house and a strange being lurking in the neighbourhood too, Jermaine and Carl will have to work together to keep the people they care about safe. The first in a spook-tastic new series, perfect for fans of GOOSEBUMPS, HIDE AND SEEKER and DREAD WOOD.
£7.59
BookLife Publishing Dino-Trek for a Diplodocus
Book SynopsisPrepare your palaeontologist pack - we're going on a dino-trek to find out about the legendary Tyrannosaurus Rex. Notebooks and magnifying glasses at the ready - let's go digging!
£5.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd My First Lifttheflap Spot and Say Bugs
a huge range and FREE tracked UK delivery on ALL orders.
£9.49
Bonnier Books Ltd Yorkshire A Very Peculiar History
Book SynopsisA pocket-sized guide to the very peculiar county of Yorkshire!
£7.59
