Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

Book SynopsisExplore various ocean habitats and discover some of the amazing creatures that live under the sea. From the wide-open ocean to a bright and bustling coral reef, explore all sorts of ocean habitats and discover the amazing creatures that inhabit them. Children will love discovering some amazing marine facts while they add over 100 stickers to the various underwater scenes.

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Book SynopsisPress the ten buttons in this delightfully illustrated book to hear the building site come to life. From rumbling diggers and beeping trucks to brick-laying, hammering and sawing, the detailed scenes and evocative sounds show all the different jobs the busy builders do as a new house slowly takes shape.

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Book SynopsisThis beautifully illustrated book is the perfect first spotter's guide for young nature lovers. From birds, bugs and other animals to trees and flowers, there are over 250 things for children to spot in one handy book. Each entry has fascinating facts and spotting tips, as well as an enchanting illustration.

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Book Synopsis Unwrap the mysteries of ancient Egyptian mummies in this fascinating gift book from the British Museum What is a mummy? How exactly were they made? And is there really such a thing as a mummy's curse? Find out the answers to these questions and many more, in this gruesome guide to the mummification process. Filled with grisly detail, you'll uncover secrets of the embalmers, tales of the tomb robbers and even what happened when pets were mummified! Meet some famous mummies from around the world, from Tutankhamun to the 'unlucky mummy', and find out what happened when archaeologists discovered mummies thousands of years after they were buried . . . With quirky colour illustrations on every page, children aged 7+ will enjoy learning more about mummies!

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Book SynopsisThe award-winning Jolly Dictionary complements the Jolly Grammar books and is designed to teach children how to look up and understand words they don’t know. Teaching children how to use a dictionary will improve reading and writing, and help them become independent learners. The dictionary has been colour coded into four sections, (matching the Jolly Phonics Alphabet poster) so that children are able to find the words they are looking quickly. A unique Pronunciation Guide is given for each of the 6,000+ age-appropriate words. The definitions have been carefully written so that children find them easy to read and understand. The Jolly Dictionary is also beautifully illustrated throughout and features Inky, Bee and Snake.

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Book SynopsisIntegrated Spoken Language is a series of four books written to help children aged 4-8 years develop their speaking and listening skills. This book is suitable for Year 3/Primary 4. The activities centre around images and common themes and may be used independently as discrete spoken language lessons or linked to a specific learning area. This teacher resource book is accompanied by a full-colour, digital download of images for use on whiteboards. Features: * Contains 25 theme-based units focused around 25 separate poster images to appeal to the interests of pupils. * Each unit presents a variety of engaging activities to develop and practise speaking and listening skills, including role plays, barrier games, story creation, debates and discussions. * Each unit contains photocopiable support materials for the activities that require them. * The activities centre around images and common themes and may be used independently as discrete spoken language lessons or linked to a specific learning area. This teacher resource book is accompanied by a full-colour, digital download of images for use on whiteboards.Table of ContentsTeacher Background Information ............................. iv-viii Curriculum Links .................................................................... ix-xi Further Teacher Notes .............................................................. ix Spoken Language Activities ......................................... 2-113 In the Garden..........................................................................................2-7 Classroom From the Past.......................................................... 8-11 Classroom Safety...........................................................................12-15 Playground Bullying.....................................................................16-19 Moving House.................................................................................20-23 Going on an Aeroplane.......................................................... 24-27 Cooking................................................................................................. 28-31 Kitchen Safety.................................................................................32-35 Going to the Dentist..................................................................36-43 At the Park..........................................................................................44-47 At the Stadium................................................................................48-51 At the Restaurant/Cafeteria .............................................. 52-55 At the Pet Shop..............................................................................56-59 Fairy Garden.....................................................................................60-63 In the Country..................................................................................64-69 Winter Forest....................................................................................70-73 At the Zoo............................................................................................74-77 In the Ocean......................................................................................78-81 In the Neighbourhood..............................................................82-85 In the City.............................................................................................86-91 Living in the Past..........................................................................92-95 At the Parade...................................................................................96-99 We are all Superheroes.....................................................100-105 At a Construction Site........................................................106-109 Farming...............................................................................................110-113

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Book SynopsisThis book is simply stunning! Our planet is covered in an incredible variety of awesome plants, from the tiny blades of grass under our feet to giant redwood trees towering above our heads. They''re in our gardens, cities and even in our homes. They are all fascinating in so many different ways?but what exactly is a plant, and how do they grow? Plant explores the science behind plants in a fun and curious way, with fascinating bite-size facts and stunning full-color illustrations throughout. Covering key topics, including germination, pollination, seed dispersal and much more. Discover remarkably resilient plants that have adapted to the harshest conditions on Earth, from the driest desert to the icy Arctic. ? Kill or cure? Discover amazing plants used in miraculous medicines, and some poisonous ones that could prove deadly! ? What''s that smell? Sniff out the world''s stinkiest plants, including one that smells like a rotting corpse! ? What do plants need to grow? Find lots of helpful tips to help you become a green thumbed gardener! ? Could plants save our planet? Discover how plants clean up our air and help to fight climate change. From the food we eat, to the clothes we wear, plants play a vital role in all our lives. Take a closer look at the fruit and vegetables on your plate and discover where chocolate and passion fruit come from. There are great tips and activities for growing your own plants, even if you don''t have a garden! Luxuriously bound, with 64 breathtakingly illustrated full-color pages, this book is a number one gift for nature-loving youngsters. Once read, this book will stay with kids forever!

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Book SynopsisA human body book with a twist - discover the science behind the weird and unusual stuff our bodies can do from Dr Azmain Chowdhury, with illustrations from Daniel Nelson.You know your heart is always beating, your intestines digest your food, and even that your brain is still awake when you’re asleep - that’s no mystery. But why do we get 'brain freeze' if we eat ice cream too quickly? And why on earth do we get butterflies in our stomach when we’re nervous? And is it true we can squirt milk from our eyes?!This book focuses on the bizarre things all of our bodies do - including things we don’t understand (looking at you, appendix). Dr Azmain also asks the burning medical questions we’ve all been wondering about: Why does coriander taste like soap to some people? How long can we stay awake for? Can our hearts actually break after a romantic break-up? (Asking for a friend). Filled with gross, surprising, and downright terrifying facts, it’s bloated with cool science to impress your friends.

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Book SynopsisDuffy's Lucky Escape will transport you to a tropical paradise where Duffy the Sea Turtle lives amongst beautiful coral reefs and colourful fish only for Duffy to learn that not all that floats is food. As time is running out Duffy has a lucky escape when kind people step in to save the day. Duffy's Lucky Escape is based on true events and it is this powerful message which invites children and adults alike to question the impact of ocean plastic 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 dangers of ocean plastic 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. ; 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 and 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 SynopsisMarli’s Tangled Tale takes you to the cool and green cliffs where Marli the Puffin lives with her soon to hatch egg until one day the excitement of the far away town visits in an unexpected way. As hope starts to fade her tangled tale takes a twist just in time for the surprise waiting for her back at home! Marli's Tangled Tale is based on true events and it is this powerful message which invites children and adults alike to question the impact of ocean plastic 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 dangers of palm oil and deforestation 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. ; 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 and 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 SynopsisGirls with Goals tells the story of the incredible rise of women's football from it's humble origins in 19th century Britain to the bans, challenges, laws and astonishing victories that have propelled it to being the global phenomenon it is today.

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Book SynopsisI devoured it whole.'- KIRAN MILLWOOD HARGRAVE** SHORTLISTED FOR THE YA BOOK PRIZE 2022 **The Hollow sisters - Vivi, Grey and Iris - are as seductively glamorous as they are mysterious.Trade ReviewStepping nimbly among the liminal spaces and eerie real-world haunts of our heroine's cipher-sister, this haunting modern fairy tale will wrap you up like a glittering fog, before going for your throat. -- Melissa AlbertThis dark, deliciously twisted novel has everything you could hope for as a reader - a brilliant concept, glamorous characters with secrets to hide, immersive world building, and some of the finest writing I've seen in YA fiction. I'll put it like this - I am obsessed with the House of Hollow. -- Louise O'NeillDark and delicious, HOUSE OF HOLLOW hums with malice and mystery. I devoured it whole. -- Kiran Millwood HargraveIn House of Hollow, Krystal Sutherland turns her razor-sharp imagination to new horizons and proves, once again, that words blossom at her command. This story will steal up your spine, slip beneath your skin, and stick to you like honey. -- Samantha ShannonUtterly gripping, deliciously strange and haunting. -- Katherine RundellAlive with lush language and a dark fairy tale feel, this is a compelling readalike for lovers of Holly Black's many wonderful fair folk standalones and series. -- Abby Bussen * School Library Journal *Iris' smart and assured narration easily carries a fast-paced story entwining themes of grief and loss with elements of folklore and some very inventive body horror. The pervasive feeling of dread builds to a shocking twist. A lush and darkly twisted modern fairy tale. * Kirkus *House of Hollow is an eerily beautiful dark fable of sisterhood and horror stories that won't stay put on their pages. -- Anna JamesLush, sinister, beautiful and laced with corruption - the ultimate twisted fairytale -- Imogen Russell WilliamsA gorgeous, grisly modern fairytale. * Guardian *A genre-twisting mystery with a supernatural edge. * The Bookseller *I gobbled this eerie and gorgeous book whole. It has proper Shirley Jackson vibes. Totally spellbinding. * Holly Bourne *

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Book Synopsis“A subtle, deceptively simple book about inclusion, hospitality, and welcoming the ‘other.’” —Kirkus Reviews “A boundlessly inclusive spirit...This open-ended picture book creates a natural springboard for discussion.” —Booklist “This sweet extended metaphor uses an umbrella to demonstrate how kindness and inclusion work...A lovely addition to any library collection, for classroom use or for sharing at home.” —School Library Journal In the tradition of Alison McGhee’s Someday, beloved illustrator Amy June Bates makes her authorial debut alongside her eleven-year-old daughter with this timely and timeless picture book about acceptance.By the door there is an umbrella. It is big. It is so big that when it starts to rain there is room for everyone underneath. It doesn’t matter if you are tall. Or plaid. Or hairy. It doesn’t matter how many legs you have. Don’t worry that there won’t be enough room under the umbrella. Because there will always be room. Lush illustrations and simple, lyrical text subtly address themes of inclusion and tolerance in this sweet story that accomplished illustrator Amy June Bates cowrote with her daughter, Juniper, while walking to school together in the rain.Trade ReviewIllustrator Bates applies her signature watercolor, gouache, and pencil style to a quiet story about a smiling umbrella, a tale sparked by a conversation with her seventh-grade daughter, co-author Juniper Bates.The eponymous rain protection is a big, red, friendly, helpful umbrella that sits near the front door and "likes to spread its arms wide" when it rains. As the pages turn, the umbrella grows in size, its smile ever widening, "to give shelter." It gathers all in—tall, hairy, plaid. "It doesn't matter how many legs you have," the omniscient narrator assures, as a basset hound droops forlornly outside its shelter before being welcomed in. While the book does not bill itself as political, it is hard to read it without thinking of current events—and of the umbrella as a metaphor for the United States. "Some people worry that there won't be enough room under the big umbrella," the narrator warns. "But the amazing thing is…there is." The final spread of this gentle picture book is an illustration of diverse people in a park: a black jogger; a white man in a wheelchair with a small dog on a leash; a brown woman wearing a hijab with a butterfly in her palms; two men and three children (in child seats), all of different skin colors, riding a tandem bike. A subtle, deceptively simple book about inclusion, hospitality, and welcoming the "other."(Picture book. 3-6) -- Kirkus * 11/1/17 *Wearing a yellow slicker and boots on a rainy day, a child carries an open red umbrella down a city street. On each page, a sentence lightly personifies the umbrella: “It likes to spread its arms wide. / It loves to give shelter. / It loves to gather people in.” More and more folks join the child under its rapidly expanding canopy, until, in the last illustration, the umbrella arches over a park filled with animals and culturally diverse, differently abled people, all enjoying themselves and their surroundings. The appealing watercolor, gouache, and pencil illustrations work beautifully with the text to tell the story. In contrast to the gray skies, the red umbrella stands out visually, creating a warm, cheerful space for those beneath it. The main attraction of this expansive picture book is neither the plot nor the concept, but the upwelling of a boundlessly inclusive spirit reminiscent of Leodhas and Hogrogian’s Caldecott-winning Always Room for One More (1965). Well designed for classroom read-aloud sessions, this open-ended picture book creates a natural springboard for discussion. -- Booklist * Nov 1, 2017 *This sweet extended metaphor uses an umbrella to demonstrate how kindness and inclusion work. The big umbrella waits by the door with a smile. “It is a big, friendly umbrella. It likes to help.” It’s a rainy day and help is welcome, so the umbrella, once opened, provides shelter to all comers. First to its owner, and then to a ballerina, a dog, a skater, a monster…there is no limit to how many can fit under its widespread arms. “Some people worry that there won’t be enough room under the big umbrella. But the amazing thing is…there is.” Bates’s signature sketchy watercolors begin the story on the endpapers with a downpour and heavy, wet clouds. The muted colors of the rainy cityscape give contrast to the smiling red umbrella and the folks it is protecting. Each page is lighter than the one before until the sun is out, and a final spread opens to show just how much room there is. Bates and her young daughter thought up the idea for this story during a rain storm. The message is direct but not didactic, useful in discussion about classroom and family behaviors, community-building and kindness in general, not to mention helpful for discussion about the current political climate. VERDICT A lovely addition to any library collection, for classroom use or for sharing at home. -- School Library Journal * December 1, 2017 *

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Book SynopsisMaurice Hamilton, the award-winning author of more than thirty books about motor sports including the Racing Legends series, has attended over 500 Grands Prix around the world. He has been a commentator on F1 races for BBC Radio 5 Live for twenty years, and has written about F1 for newspapers and magazines worldwide for decades.Combining her love of comics with a passion for social equality, Cat Sims has pursued her dream career as an artist and illustrator for the past decade. She has worked on a huge range of commercial and personal projects for clients including The New Yorker, Jacobin, Adidas, BBC and many more.

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Book SynopsisIntensely moving and heart-warming CosmoBold GuardianI loved every word Malorie Blackman This is not about being ready, it''s not even about being fierce, or fearless, IT''S ABOUT BEING FREE.Michael waits in the stage wings, wearing a pink wig, pink fluffy coat and black heels. One more step will see him illuminated by spotlight. He has been on a journey of bravery to get here, and he is almost ready to show himself to the world in bold colours ... Can he emerge as The Black Flamingo? WINNER OF THE STONEWALL BOOK AWARD SHORTLISTED FOR THE CILIP CARNEGIE MEDALSHORTLISTED FOR THE JHALAK BOOK PRIZE*The paperback edition has beautiful gold foil added to the striking cover design*Trade ReviewCelebratory and passionate, Atta's bold verse novel calls to its readers to find their own blazing, performative inner truth * The Guardian *The short lines give Michael's story an epigrammatic quality and an urgent pace that is deeply involving. A compact hardback edition, it has been beautifully produced by Hodder * Financial Times *The heartwarming coming-of-age YA novel * Bustle *A novel told in beautifully-written verse...an uplifting coming of age story * The Independent *Beautiful...a delight to read, whatever your age * The Independent *This incredibly raw debut novel excellently captures internal struggles of growing up and learning to find your voice. Written in verse, this is one that is sure to make you shed a tear. * Grazia *A powerful and revealing young adult novel...bold, tender and full of blossoming moments of heartache and joy * Attitude *Studded with poetry and illustrations, The Black Flamingo shows us what life can look like when we begin to live in bold color. * Buzzfeed *One of poetry's greatest modern voices...The Black Flamingo is a powerful coming-of-age story about finding who you are, all told in beautifully-written verse...with an overarching message of embracing who you are and showing your true colours in the world that often imposes mundanity, it's a book that anyone can appreciate * Gay Times *A force to be reckoned with, and a voice that demands to be heard * PRIDE magazine *A deeply moving story of love, self belief and identity. It is a wonderfully honest and moving read - perfect for fans of Elizabeth Acevedo and Sarah Crossan. told through beautifully constructed poetry, this is the coming of age story of Michael, a mixed race gay teen. Readers will be completely absorbed by Michael's personal journey, and will laugh, cry and cheer for him * The Scotsman *Ultimately inspiring * Irish Times *A moving coming-of-age story, written with heart and panache * Irish Independent *Beautifully constructed poetry * Scottish Booktrust *A gorgeous and moving first person exploration of sexuality, poetry, blackness and love...a nuanced piece of freeform verse that oozes with warmth, insight and forgiveness...a beautiful piece of work, filled with love and insight and words I would have longed to read as a teenager/20-something and still to hear them again as an adult * The Queer Review *Readers won't be left disappointed * The Queerness *Uplifting and dazzlingly unique * LoveReading4Kids *Big hearted and dizzyingly flamboyant * Achuka *Beautiful, sharp, bold and utterly original * Book Riot *An excellent book to spark discussions, break down barriers, open peoples eyes to other lives * Independent Book Review *One of our top reads this year * Just Imagine *This book felt both quiet and ferociously loud and proud at the same time, tackling deep emotions and giving me frequent goosebumps. It tackles toxic masculinity, internalised homophobia and racism with thought-provoking, phenomenal writing that utterly entranced me * Suffolk Libraries *A fierce, poetic, moving coming-of-age story...There's plenty of fabulous, rousing scenes to inspire, amuse and move. Lyrical, direct, honest and witty, The Black Flamingo is a breath-taking exploration of race, identity, sexuality and gender * Pen & inc. *A masterful, evocative, imperative snapshot of our time - who we are today, and everything we could be, if we gave ourselves a try...Emotionally, there are plenty of gut punches, but there's also warmth, wisdom, and hope * Justin Myers, The Strategist UK *An important, necessary and hopeful book that should be enjoyed by readers of all ages * Wasafiri *Clever and unique * Book Clubs In Schools *If you're going to read one verse novel this year, this decade, or in your life, make it this one. You won't regret it. * Vee Bookish Blog *A classic in the making * Bookworms Anonymous Blog *I adore this book...The world needs to know more about Michael. We need books like this to spread acceptance, inclusivity, diversity. This gorgeous book has just smashed my heart and made me fall so deeply in love with it. * A Little Haze Book Blog *Every inch of it is full of heart and power and joy * Did You Ever Stop To Think blog *A beautiful, real story told with grit...Dean Atta has a fresh narrative voice and he is a gifted poet. I'd definitely recommend this read. * A Take From Two Cities *An intimate contemporary verse novel that explores identity and belonging...Michael's journey to embracing his identity as The Black Flamingo is long and often painful, but ultimately triumphant. * Happy Golden Kim blog *A gorgeous story * Lisa Talks About...blog *This book is inspiring and uplifting and inclusive and raw and...well, a masterpiece. Please, everyone, go out and read it. As one of the best books I've read this year, I can tell you that you won't be disappointed, trust me. * Novel Ideas Blog *The Black Flamingo is a powerful and emotional coming of age story...Dean Atta has written a beautiful coming of age story that teens and young adults desperately need. The Black Flamingo has opened my eyes and broadened my understanding with it's bold and powerful story telling. * Library Looter blog *The Black Flamingo is a must-read for everybody...The Black Flamingo is a beautifully written, poignant story that deserves to be experienced by all * Unapologetically Kelly blog *Beautiful and eloquent * The Book Duchesses blog *I so amazed by the sheer beauty of this...this is one of the most brutal and honest reads I have come across. On each page you can feel the heart poured onto it, can feel the emotion bleeding from each page, and share in the vulnerability...This has to be the most powerful and beautiful book I have read * Babbles n Books blog *The Black Flamingo is all about being free in our minds and our bodies, not conforming to gender rules of society and finding our place in the world. The pages layout is stunning, with a lot of drawings and different shapes. To read this book is to enter Michael's life, from his birth to his rebirth, his struggles, his questionings. The writing style took my breath away multiple times and made me shiver at the end. I L O V E D I T. * The Bookish Garden blog *An emotive read * The Teacher Bookworm blog *I cried with joy * The Hungry Reader blog *Emotive, strong and powerful * Lost In Literature blog *An excellent book to spark discussions, break down barriers, open peoples eyes to other lives. * Independent Book Reviews *A beautifully written coming-of-age story...I cried, I laughed, and overall, it's a really empowering book. * Anniek's Library blog *The Black Flamingo is a celebration of complex layered identity...It leaves room for messiness, mistakes, and the strange meandering coincidences of life as we watch Michael grow up, exploring the facets of his identity and celebrating the intersections between them. It handles a lot of topics and nuance in a way that keeps the underlying messiness while reaching for something healthier and more whole with every page. There's a lot of growth in the secondary characters as well, even minor characters learn and change in meaningful and obvious ways by the time the story is over. I loved reading this and highly recommend it. * Reviews That Burn *Absolutely fantastic * Kalafudra's Stuff *This book really does have it all...This book is a wonderful celebration of being Black, being queer and doing Drag. * The Books Are Everywhere *Beautiful...I cannot praise this book enough, please read it I'm sure you will love it * Reviews By Rhiannon *Beautifully written * The School of English *Powerful * Paperback Princess *I absolutely loved this book...written so beautifully * Books For All 245 *Inspiring * Books Let Us Escape *A very modern masterpiece * The Guyliner *The Black Flamingo is the book I wish I had when I was younger ... joyful, emotional and full of depth -- Travis Alabanza * performance artist and poet *A bold and joyous hymn to self-discovery and acceptance * The Bookseller *Dean Atta's tender coming of age novel casts a fresh and enriching perspective on what it means to be seen as different at the level of race, culture, identity, heritage and gender ... an important book for young people -- Malika Booker * Poet *

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Book SynopsisThis delightful revised edition of All Dogs Have ADHD takes an inspiring and affectionate look at Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). With all-new images from the canine world, it explores a variety of traits that will be instantly recognisable to those who are familiar with ADHD. Charming colour photographs of dogs bring to life familiar ADHD characteristics such as being restless and excitable, getting easily distracted, and acting on impulse. It combines humour with understanding to reflect the difficulties and joys of raising a child with ADHD and celebrates what it means to be considered 'different'.

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Book SynopsisSam grew up in Buckinghamshire, falling off various bicycles before reading books and making up his own stories about more competent heroes. After studying English at Cambridge University, he joined Usborne in 2013, and now writes titles ranging from fold-out solar systems to maze books full of swashbuckling pirates. Sometimes, Sam cycles to work.Trade ReviewChildren will love learning to draw everything from an astronaut to an octopus, a fairy tale castle to a monkey in the jungle. There is plenty of room on each page to incorporate your own creations and the finished masterpiece can be torn out to display on fridges and walls. * Lancashire Evening Post *

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Book SynopsisMeet sparring snow leopards, sprinting cheetahs, and slumbering jaguars in this book about the biggest cats on Earth. Follow pumas and cheetahs as they roar, hunt, fight, and play their way through the day. Wildlife expert Tyus D. Williams cleverly weaves the story in the style of a nature documentary, including gentle science explanations perfect for future zoologists.Trade Review"Ideal for 5+ fans of Owen Davey’s wildlife books" * The Guardian *"Prabhat’s graceful art makes vivid use of colour as it depicts cats in moments of intense action... A carefully constructed, absolutely engaging primer on fierce cats in the wild." STARRED REVIEW * Kirkus *Praise for the A Day in the Life series:"From action scenes to tidbits of intriguing information to paragraphs of explanation, the text has plenty to offer animal lovers. Varied in layout, these fully illustrated books feature vibrant, stylized artwork with distinctive palettes. An attractive series for kids intrigued by animals in the wild." * Booklist *"It’s one of those books where you keep thinking to yourself, “Oh, I didn’t know that!” The book will also make people want to do more to save big cats and their habitats." * Time for Kids *

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Book SynopsisComplete your collection with these limited Classic Football Heroes International editions - now with a bonus World Cup chapter!Diego Maradona is a true footballing legend, and arguably the greatest player ever. The Argentinian playmaker was renowned for his unbelievable skills and agility, as he effortlessly weaved his way up the pitch and through the opposition defence. Nicknamed 'The Golden Boy', Maradona earned ninety-one caps and scored thirty-one goals for his country, including in the 1986 World Cup where he captained his team to victory - scoring the two most famous goals of all time, against England, along the way!

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Book SynopsisA dramatic coach crash forces Hailey to re-examine her relationships with her fellow singing-club members in this gripping drama from queen of teen thrillers Sophie McKenzie. A singing-club trip ends in disaster when the coach carrying the members spins out of control. Hailey is trapped at the back of the coach with her nemesis Bex, who’s taken the lead role in their latest performance, and handsome Kit, on whom Hailey has a massive crush. As the coach hangs over the edge of a precipice and Kit escapes to find help, Hailey and Bex have to get over their initial judgements about each other and work together if they are to stand a chance of survival. Will they find a way to safety?Trade Review"Teen drama sky rockets in this story of life and death … Teen readers will be completely gripped by this high-stakes story." – Scope for Imagination, blog “This is a superb book, typical Barrington Stoke – short chapters, quick but excellent story … Enjoyable, short, punchy read.” – Teaching assistant

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Book SynopsisHow much bamboo can a giant panda eat?Do aliens exist?What we would do if we didn''t have a prime minister?Why do hammerhead sharks have such strange-shaped heads?Find out the answers to these curious questions and much, much more!Ponder where ideas come from with award-winning illustrator, Rob Biddulph. Find out why you taste things differently when you have a cold with Michelin star chef, Heston Blumenthal. Learn about everything from how astronauts see in the dark to what the biggest dinosaur was with experts from the Natural History Museum.Fascinating facts are accompanied by gorgeous illustrations making the perfect gift for Christmas. Whether you read a question a day, or dip into it whenever you are feeling curious, this is a book to treasure and share all year round.Illustrated by Momoko Abe, Kelsey Buzzell, Beatrice Cerocchi, Alice Courtley, Sandra de la Prada, Grace Easton, Manuela Montoya Escobar, Richard Jones, Lisa Koesterke, Gwen Millward, Sally Mullaney, and Laurie Stansfield.

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Book SynopsisA 2019 NEWBERY HONOR BOOKA gripping, nuanced story of the human cost of conflict appropriate for both children and adults.                                                                                                                 -Kirkus, starred reviewIn the vein of Inside Out and Back Again and The War That Saved My Life comes a poignant, personal, and hopeful tale of India's partition, and of one girl's journey to find a new home in a divided countryIt's 1947, and India, newly independent of British rule, has been separated into two countries: Pakistan and India. The divide has created much tension between Hindus and Muslims, and hundre

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Book SynopsisLooking for a unique baby gift? Here are twenty gorgeous shoes, booties and pumps to crochet in a range of colours and styles, for both boys and girls. Choose from red strawberry-style shoes with flowery toes, smiley car shoes, Christmas booties and even shoes shaped like frogs! Each pair of shoes requires relatively small quantities of yarn and can be crocheted quickly, easily, and on the go using the clear instructions provided. Each project is accompanied by lists of the materials and equipment required and inspiring photographs. As all babies are different, sizes and age suggestions are given for each project, from birth to twelve months, but general advice is also given at the beginning of the book on how to increase or decrease the size of the projects.Table of ContentsIntroduction 4 Crochet know-how 6 Flower Power Pumps 8 Bobble Booties 10 Summer Sandals 12 Dotty Booties 14 Kimono Slippers 16 Flowery Sandals 18 Elephant Booties 20 Red Button-up Shoes 22 Pretty in Pink Booties 24 Bubblegum Booties 26 Stars & Stripes Booties 28 Blue Car Shoes 30 Christmas Booties 32 Strawberry Shoes 34 Pompom Pumps 36 Duckling Shoes 38 Flower-toe Booties 40 Purple Stripe Booties 42 Frog Shoes 44 Baby Boating Shoes 46

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Book SynopsisDiscover all the foul facts about the Terrifying Tudors in this classic Horrible Histories title. With a striking newspaper look throughout!

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Book SynopsisFind out all about what makes a good friend in this fun lift-the-flap book.Find Out About: Making Friends helps curious preschoolers learn about being a good friend and making new ones. Featuring friendly child characters and familiar situations, this book shows how friends interact and how to be inclusive, make new friends and have fun. With fun flaps to lift, this is an excellent, interactive book for children and their parents and carers to share together. The recap game at the end encourages children to go back into the book and talk about what they have learned on their empathy journey.Also available: Animals, Feelings, Kindness, Things That Go, Saving Our Planet, Racism, Families

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Book SynopsisReaders can discover all the foul facts about the AWESOME EGYPTIANS, including why some pharaohs wore false beards, which king had the most blackheads and revolting recipes for 3000 year old sweets. These bestselling titles are sure to be a huge hit with yet another generation of Terry Deary fans.

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Book Synopsis'A stunningly illustrated recipe book for kids (or anyone, really). It tells the story of different residents of a house cooking foods from around the world. Simply sweet.' - Yotam OttolenghiIn each apartment, someone is preparing a special dish to share with their neighbours. Mr Singh is making coconut dahl with his daughter while Maria mashes some avocados for her guacamole. Will everything be ready on time? Written and magnificently illustrated by Felicita Sala, this glorious celebration of community is filled with recipes from all over the world and simple instructions perfect for young chefs. Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street is a visual feast to share and delight in. Trade Review‘A stunningly illustrated recipe book for kids (or anyone, really). It tells the story of different residents of a house cooking foods from around the world. Simply sweet.’ -- Yotam Ottolenghi‘Beautifully depicting an apartment building with people cooking food from all over the world … Really uplifting and charming.’ -- Nigella Lawson‘Part biography of an apartment block’s inhabitants, part children’s recipe book, each highly evocative illustration depicts a different resident or family in their kitchen preparing a dish ... the book is a wonderful celebration of multiculturalism and food bringing people together. It’s also a unique way to encourage independent readers who are would-be cooks.’ -- Imogen Carter * The Guardian *‘The world’s cuisines are brought together with some well-considered pencil strokes – a book for adults to drool over, as well as children.’ -- Amy Bryant * The Telegraph *‘This is such a lovely children’s book … with beautifully drawn recipes from green rice to salmorejo.’ -- Bee Wilson, author of The Way We Eat Now‘Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street works outside the kitchen, too. It is not only a recipe book, it is a heartwarming story about the global residents of number 10.’ -- Anna Shepard * Waitrose Weekend *‘Packed with simple recipes from around the world, this is the perfect gift for tiny budding cooks.’ -- Nina Pottell * Prima *‘There is much more to this book than recipes … Across these few recipes are so many new flavours or tastes I’d given up trying on my daughter … Felicita Sala, I salute you.’ -- Sophie Morris * i *‘Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street has been inspirational, allowing us to add several surprising new dishes to our weekly menu. The format offers an imaginative starting point for exploring a variety of ethnic cuisines.’ -- Sara Keating * The Irish Times *‘One book has caught my eye this year – Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street by Felicita Sala. Although directed at children, the recipes are perfect for any family cooking. The drawings are beautiful.’ -- Julie Scrumptious * Sunday Mail *‘This lovely recipe book celebrates community, culture and food from around the world.’ * The Week Junior *‘The book provides a fantastic tour of international cuisine and there is a lot to talk about in each apartment … An enchanting book that can be used in different ways.’ * Early Years Educator *‘A warm, beautifully illustrated celebration of community and culture, including simple recipes from around the world.’ * The Bookseller *‘What a delectable treat of a picture book … this would be a wonderful book to share with a class as part of a project on food, or diversity and culture. The recipes are irresistible and children would enjoy finding out about their provenance as well as making them.’ -- Rachel Elvidge * Just Imagine *‘One of the most beautiful books to land on our desks for a while.’ * City Kids *‘What a delightful and unique cookbook for kids! … The illustrations are charming and colourful, and the recipes are delicious … This easy cookbook comes highly recommended for foodies of all ages. The food will taste even better when shared with family and friends!’ -- Angela Crocombe * Readings *‘Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street is bound to be a favourite in every child’s house, giving, as it does, ten recipes for delicious food to cook and share. It’s a beautifully illustrated book and the pleasure starts immediately you open the cover ... The deep, soft colours, the wonderful faces and rooms, are so detailed and interesting, it’s almost as if each picture is just waiting to be walked into ... A book to be kept.’ -- Gwen Grant * Armadillo *‘This delightfully illustrated children’s cookbook offers a global menu of dishes to share with friends, family, and neighbours … Combining simple, fresh flavours with recipes from around the world, this book will nourish and inspire budding cooks while whetting the appetites of their more experienced helpers.’ -- Susie Q * Susie’s Reviews and Giveaways *‘Every page in this book has detailed illustrations with simple recipes that the children can follow. It would be such fun to help the young ones to cook this food that comes from different places around the world.’ FOUR STARS * Good Reading *‘A visual feast to share and delight in.’ * The Green Parent *‘This eye-catching, mouth-watering cookbook beautifully evokes the joy of food and its power to unite.’ -- Frances Atkinson * Sydney Morning Herald *‘Delightful.’ * Child Magazine *‘Beautifully illustrated ... Lunch at 10 Pomegranate Street is not just a cookbook, however, and tells a charming, simple picture story perfect for bedtime with little ones ... Ultimately, the book is about breaking bread with friends to build strong communities.’ -- Camille Smith * The Weekly Times *‘A perfect Christmas present for young chefs, with its simple and easy-to-follow recipes and enticing watercolour illustrations. It will convince reluctant readers to get stuck in a book, and fussy eaters in the kitchen too!’ * Bristol Magazine *

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Book SynopsisIncludes entertaining, hands-on lessons that begin with contour drawing techniques and feature numerous exercises that show budding artists how to make basic shapes and forms, create the illusion of volume with light, use perspective and accurately draw people, animals, landscapes and more.Trade Review“This is a gold mine of information for any kid that doodles.” --Library Media Connection“This is a gold mine of information for any kid that doodles.” --Library Media Connection

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Book SynopsisA delightful collection of well-known Bible stories providing a simple introduction to the important messages of the Bible. Charming, rhyming text and beautiful illustrations make this the perfect book for young children and adults to read together. Content Benefits: This carefully selected collection of Bible stories are presented in a bright and colourful picture book format and will delight and inform young children. Introduces young children to some of the best loved Bible stories Engaging illustrations and rhyming text Ideal bed time reading Perfect for reading with young children Price point makes this ideal for Sunday Schools awards and prizes Perfect gift idea for any occasion Suitable for children aged 3 plus Binding - Paperback Pages - 24 Publisher - Authentic Media

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Book SynopsisLet''s face it, other humans can be difficult to understand sometimes!There is no need to worry! Yenn, Tanya and a tiny meerkat called Min are here to help you find out everything you need to know about friendships, improving relationships with your family members, and how to deal with disagreements that can arise with the people in your life.Answering the difficult questions like ''What makes a good friend?'' and ''Why do adults tell me to do things?'' this book gives you helpful tips, tricks, and advice you need to help you understand other humans whilst staying true to your own awesome autistic self!

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Book SynopsisWill Gater is an astronomy journalist, author, and presenter. His work has appeared in New Scientist, BBC Sky at Night magazine, Physics World, Focus, and Astronomy Now, among others. He is the author of several popular astronomy books and is an experienced observational astronomer and astrophotographer. Alongside his efforts to popularise science and astronomy on TV and radio he recently toured his first live show, 'The Story of the Solar System', in theatres around the UK.Trade ReviewDo judge a book by its cover; this one is as gorgeous as it looks. Not only that, it contains the full glory of the cosmos in a language that's simple and engaging enough for an eight-year-old. Although The Mysteries of the Universe is aimed at children, it really is a treat for all ages. Visually stunning, with a fabulous selection of space photos, artworks and illustrations, it is also all-encompassing in its astronomy. * BBC Sky At Night magazine *

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Book SynopsisEmily Bone (Author) Emily Bone grew up among the rolling hills of Hampshire, writing stories about the ants and birds in her garden. After studying English at Cambridge, she found her dream job at Usborne in 2007. Since then, she's written about many weird and wonderful creatures, along with books on space, fashion and food.

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Book SynopsisKirsteen Robson (Author) Kirsteen Robson joined Usborne in 1997 with a background in music, education, and Christian publishing. She has written and edited over 300 Usborne titles, from dictionaries and encyclopedias to activity books with flaps, stickers and sounds. She loves the challenge of writing about anything from aardvarks to zombies.Sam Smith (Author) Sam grew up in Buckinghamshire, falling off various bicycles before reading books and making up his own stories about more competent heroes. After studying English at Cambridge University, he joined Usborne in 2013, and now writes titles ranging from fold-out solar systems to maze books full of swashbuckling pirates. Sometimes, Sam cycles to work.

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Book SynopsisWelcome to Dungeon Academy, where monsters and creatures train for the dark world that awaits just beyond the Dungeon walls.But Zellidora Zelli' Stormclash wasn't a monster or a creature. She was something far worse. Zelli was a human.Disguised as a minotaur, Zelli keeps to herself and does her work. While in class, Zelli learns of the great human adventurer, Allidora Steelstrike, who oddly resembles her. Could Zelli be a Steelstrike?Seeking answers to her true lineage, Zelli embarks on a dangerous adventure. But she won't be alone. A vegan Owlbear, a cowardly Kobold and a shapeshifting Mimic who only transforms into nice things will join Zelli on her quest for the truth. And who knows, perhaps these monstrous misfits may discover truths of their own

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Book SynopsisThe most magical things can happen even on the rainiest of days... How many people can you fit under one umbrella? It wasn’t even meant to rain the day the blue umbrella turned up, but for the people who used it that day, they found something more than just shelter: something truly amazing had happened. A community had come together, bound by kindness and friendship.Trade Review"A warm message lightly told and beautifully illustrated" * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisExplore the night sky with this fact-packed guide to astronomy for children aged 7+.From planets to meteor showers, stars to satellites, kids will learn how, where, and when to see 100 things in space using binoculars, a telescope, or just their eyes.Written by astronomer, Tom Kerss, and in partnership with the National Space Centre, it contains handy tips, easy-to-use star charts for each season and amazing facts about our solar system along the way.Discover constellations, clusters and galaxies that are visible in the Northern HemisphereExplore planets, comets and asteroidsFind out about the moon's orbit and phases and how to view lunar eclipsesLearn how to take amazing photographs of the night sky.

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Book SynopsisFrom the critically acclaimed author of Musical Truth comes a new soundtrack to pivotal historical moments from around the world.From Billie Holliday to Aretha Franklin, Fela Kuti to Donna Summer, Elton John to Michael Jackson - it turns out that 40 classic tunes reflect and encapsulate the key historical moments of the 20th and 21st century.Musical World features music from a vast range of genres including Jazz, Rock n Roll, Disco and Hiphop. Jeffrey Boakye, teacher, historian and broadcaster, explores the roots and wider impact of these genres, touching on why they were celebrated or seen as problematic, their political and cultural impact, and their ongoing legacy today.Featuring a dance that lead to a new sense of sexual liberation, feminism, the Vietnam war, the carving up of the African continent, antisemitism, HIV, homosexuality and the impact of disco, and a football anthem. . .It will make you cry, question and gasp - this is a

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Book SynopsisShari Last is a children's book author and editor. She has written books on a wide range of topics - from Star Wars and LEGO to dinosaurs and the human body. She is also a mum to four wonderful boys and spends her days talking about lots of different things - from Star Wars and LEGO to dinosaurs and the human body.Julia March is a writer and editor with more than 16 years' experience in children's licensing. She loves LEGO minifigures, and has a particular soft spot for the baddies and villains. Her titles include LEGO Batman Movie: the Essential Guide; LEGO Ninjago Movie: the Essential Guide; and a variety of DK Readers and sticker books. Julia lives and works in London.

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Book SynopsisA new title in the ‘Buster Laugh-a-Lot’ series, this hilarious collection has over 300 silly jokes for funny kids to enjoy and share.What do you call blueberries playing music together?A jam session.What do you call a magic dog?A labracadabrador.Why was the monster so full?He was goblin his pie.Brimming with over 300 laugh-out-loud jokes split into ten chapters, from Alien Antics and Silly Schoolin’ to Zany Zingers and Gross Giggles, this is the ultimate collection of silly jokes that every funny kid needs to know. Designed to be easy to read and accompanied by hilarious illustrations by Andrew Pinder for extra fun, this comical collection will have young jokers howling with laughter.Also available in the 'Buster Laugh-a-lot' series:9781780556260 Jokes for Funny Kids: 6 Year Olds9781780556246 Jokes for Funny Kids: 7 Year Olds9781780556253 Jokes for Funny Kids: 8 Year Olds9781780557168 The Jumbo Joke Book for Funny Kids9781780557083 The Christmas Joke Book for Funny Kids9781780557847 Animal Jokes for Funny Kids9781780557854 Knock Knock Jokes for Funny Kids9781780559070 Dinosaur Jokes for Funny Kids

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Book SynopsisKayla Miller, the New York Times bestselling author-illustrator of Click, Camp, Act, and Clash, returns with a new Olive story!

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