Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

Book SynopsisFrom the best-selling series comes Atlas of Ocean Adventures – a deep-dive through the world's oceans to discover strange creatures and the unique environments in which they live.Trade ReviewThe fifth book in the popular Atlas of Adventures series goes underwater, with infographics, maps and Lucy Letherland’s beautiful illustrations. Adventures include lunching on lanturnfish in Costa Rica, hunting with great whites in South Africa and crunching coral with parrotfish in Thailand. * The Sunday Times *Atlas of Ocean Adventures is a fantastic book that I would recommend for any young person who is keen to explore the amazing creatures that live in the world's oceans. The book is full of gorgeous illustrations that make you want to turn page after page. Through engaging explanations about how the animals live, eat, hunt and survive the reader can gain deeper insight into marine life. The book also draws attention to some of the key threats facing the marine environment at the current time and gives some ideas on how we can all help. * Helen Webb, Co-Founder, Sea-Changers *Set out on an ocean adventure with this beautiful atlas, which will take you travelling with leatherback turtles across the Pacific, ice-bathing with a walrus, and crunching coral with parrotfish in Thailand. Turn over the super-sized pages for plenty of facts as well as fabulous maps, infographics and illustrations. * The Week Junior *Table of ContentsEmbark on an undersea adventure PACIFIC OCEAN Aerial Acrobatics with the Spinner Dolphins, Hawaii Long-Haul Travel with the Leatherback Turtle, Mid-Pacific Snoozing with the Sea Otters, USA Lunching on Lanternfish, Costa Rica Gathering with the Hammerheads, Cocos Island Dancing with the Blue-Footed Boobies, Galápagos Islands Sheltering with the Clownfish, Australia Cracking Clams with the Tuskfish, Australia Hiding Away with the Sea Dragons, Australia Luring Prey with the Anglerfish, Mariana Trench ATLANTIC OCEAN Hunting with the Great White Sharks, South Africa Putting up a Fight with the Octopus, South Africa Stinging with the Man-of-War, Canary Islands Feasting with the Whale Sharks, Mexico Taking off with the Flying Fish, The Caribbean Rock-Hopping with the Sally Lightfoot Crabs, Brazil Migrating with the Magellanic Penguins, Argentina Coming Home with the Albatrosses, South Georgia Island INDIAN OCEAN Lurking with the Saltwater Crocodile, Andaman Islands Crunching Coral with the Parrotfish, Thailand Setting an Ambush with the Bobbit Worm, Indonesia Island Hopping with the White-Bellied Sea Eagle, Indonesia Putting on a Show with the Cuttlefish, Australia Puffing Up with the Porcupine Fish, The Maldives Launching with the Giant Trevallies, The Seychelles Giving Birth with the Seahorse, Madagascar SOUTHERN OCEAN Soaring with the Shearwaters, Auckland Islands Fighting with the Elephant Seals, South Orkney Islands Battling with the Colossal Squid, Ross Sea ARCTIC OCEAN Ice-Bathing with the Walrus, Svalbard Deep-Diving with the Thick-Billed Murre, Canada Journeying North with the Blue Whale, Greenland Oceans in Danger Can You Find? Index

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Book Synopsis In this cozy bedtime story, follow a child and his grandma through a winter landscape to explore how the Earth goes to sleep for winter. Spot the sleeping animals as the tale unfolds, then learn about their hibernation habits from the information pages at the end. Co-authors Sean Taylor (picture book author) and Alex Morss (ecologist, journalist, and educator) offer a gentle introduction to the concept of hibernation. In the frosty, quiet forest, the snow blankets the ground and the trees have shed their leaves. Where have all the animals gone? Are they asleep too? In each cutaway scene, see what the child cannot – that underground below his feet are dens with sleeping creatures, and within the hollow trunks of trees, animals are nesting. After the story, annotated illustrations explain the hibernation facts for each animal and what they will do when they wake up for spring.Trade Review‘Charming words exclaiming and explaining the magic of natures most dynamic seasons all against a backdrop of vibrant and detailed illustrations.’ * Nick Baker, Naturalist and TV Presenter *'Perfect for expanding children’s knowledge of the natural world’ * SLOAN! Magazine *"This is a super story to teach children about the wonder of hibernation in the animal world and the illustrations are just beautifully evocative of this winter wonderland… definitely one to curl up in a chair with to read with your children over and over again.” * Mini Travellers *'joyful picture books for younger kids, introducing them to the science behind the seasons through what they see in their own back yards.’ * The Morning Star *‘[The authors] have the skills to share with a young audience knowledge about winter habits of the animals around us and around the world whilst also ensuring we have an interesting, entertaining story filled with plenty of facts. Reading non fiction has never been so much fun.’ * Armadillo Magazine *

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Book SynopsisIn the hilarious eighth book of this blockbuster graphic novel series, Narwhal and Jelly celebrate the spookiest time of the year Halloween with a super twist!Dive into three new stories that are sure to fright and delight! Narwhal loves Halloween it''s a great excuse to dress up in a spooky and silly costume, like a ghost, a mermaid, a banana or maybe even Marlow the Mustachioed Moose. It''s a skeleTON of fun! Jelly isn''t dressing up, though he''s a little scared of this time of year, and would prefer to hunker down in a hidey-hole until Halloween is over. But when a scary sea monster makes an appearance and swallows Narwhal (gulp!), can Jelly, with the help of some super friends, pluck up the courage to save his best bud?Trade Review’Hilarious and charming. The most loveable duo.’ Dav Pilkey, bestselling author of the DOGMAN series and CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS ’Undersea advenutres have never been so darn cute . . . The incessant charm and unabashed joy should make this an easy sell. Swimmingly delightful and a guaranteed smile-maker.’ Starred review, Kirkus Reviews ’Bound to be popular among young readers.’ Starred review, School Library Journal ’Geez, Narwhal and Jelly are adorable. There’s no other word as appropriate for this duo . . . readers will likely clamour for the next outing’ Starred Review, Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books ‘Readers ready for underwater goofiness of the non-SpongeBob variety will be eager for more adventures from this duo’ Publishers’ Weekly

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Book SynopsisFilled with images showing different aspects of the Diwali festival of lights, from families enjoying sparklers and gifts to scenes of Diwali sweets and temple offerings, rangoli patterns and diya lamps. Just brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an uplifting array of vivid colours. A mess-free way to keep children busy. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.

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Book SynopsisA Natural History of Magical Beasts is a complete guide to magical creatures from around the world, from their lifecycles and behaviour to how they have hidden themselves from human discovery for centuries.Trade ReviewFictional zoologist Dr Dimitros pagonis recounts how he discovered dragons, griffins, basilisks, unicorns and yetis over the course of his career and explains the anatomy, behaviour and lifecycles of these mythical creatures. Published as a highly illustrated gift edition hardback.” * The Bookseller, Children's Previews *

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Book SynopsisYour kids will discover God''s incredible creation, learn more about God and the Bible, and become little scientists with the Indescribable Activity Book for Kids, based on the massively popular Indescribable Kids series, which has sold almost one million copies.Bestselling author and founder of the Passion movement Louie Giglio shares this interactive activity book for ages 6-10, combining biblical truths with scientific facts and fun activities and helping kids explore the wonder of God''s creation at a whole new level! With more than 100 activities, this book includes mazes, puzzles, riddles, and logic games word searches, crosswords, and complete-the-story exercises STEM projects for kids simple science projects and at-home activities ideas for helping your community and people around the world maps and diagrams coloring and drawing prompts and much more! STEM-based learning hTrade Review'Culture may have forced God and science to part ways, but childlike wonder brings them together again. Louie Giglio's Indescribable invites kids and adults alike to find a new kind of awe for the world around us and in so doing to find a new kind of awe for God too!' * Jay & Katherine Wolf, communicators, artists, and authors of Hope Heals (parents of James and John) *'Having two little girls of my own, I feel like I know a thing or two about children's books. This book, Indescribable, is so unique and definitely stands out from the rest. The illustrations are outstanding, and the devotions share the wonders of God in such a creative way. I think this is a book that you will come back to over and over with the children in your life.' * Chris Tomlin, Grammy Award–winning recording artist and author of the Good Good Father children's book (father to Ashlyn and Madison) *'Indescribable is an absolute must-have for children and adults alike. In each one of these 100 devotions, Louie powerfully takes big scientific facts and ideas and weaves them into daily stories about our astonishing God- Indescribable is an invaluable resource that will engage little minds and grip little hearts with pure gospel truth each and every day- proving just how indescribably awesome our God is.' * Ann Voskamp, New York Times bestselling author of The Broken Way and One Thousand Gifts *'Indescribable is the coolest kids devotional book around! The illustrations are adorable, and I love the way Louie uses the wonders of science and the world around us to open little ones' eyes to truths about who God is and how big and 'indescribable' His love for them is. I'm buying this one for friends and saving my copy for grandkids.' * Korie Robertson, Wife of Duck Commander® CEO Willie Robertson and New York Times bestselling author of Strong & Kind: Raising Kids of Character (mom to Rebecca, John Luke, Sadie, Bella, Willie, and Rowdy) *'Indescribable is the perfect companion to bedtime tuck-ins. This book will capture your child's imagination, teach them about science, and expose them to the truths and majesty of their creator!' * Jamie Ivey, Host of The Happy Hour podcast and author of If You Only Knew (mom to Amos, Cayden, Deacon, and Story) *'This book is so original! I don't think I've ever seen a book that leads kids from inspiring scientific facts into devotion and worship. The design itself is stunning, but the content of the book is the real hero. And if you can't take my word for it, take the word of my seven-, eight-, and eleven-year-olds, who are currently fighting over who gets to read it first at bedtime!' * Matt Redman, Grammy Award–winning recording artist, worship leader, and author of the book 10,000 Reasons (dad to Maisey, Rocco, Noah, Levi, and Jackson) *Praise for other books in the Indescribable Kids series: 'Indescribable has breathed fresh air into the devotional time I share with my sons. Each day's reading is not only inspired and biblically based but also informative and eye-opening. I'm so grateful for this tool that engages my boys and points them (and me) to the awesome wonder of our great God. Thank you, Louie.' * Priscilla Shirer, author and Bible teacher (mom of Jackson, Jerry Jr., and Jude) *

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Book SynopsisThe perfect book for adults and children to share, MONSTERS is set to become a bone-chilling classic that will lurk under every bed!Ever wondered what terrorised the Scape Ore swamp in 1980s South Carolina? Or who visits the naughty children in Northern Europe to punish them on Christmas Eve? Or how bloated undead feeders got upgraded to a shape-shifting castle-dwelling Count?From well-known and well-feared monsters like Bigfoot and the Loch Ness Monster, to the lesser-known, but just as weird and wonderful Japanese Sea Serpent and Chinese Hopping Vampires, this terrific book is the must-have guide to monsters from all over the world. Each monster is brought to life in a bright and bold way by the fantastically stylish illustrator of the bestselling Stories for Boys Who Dare to Be Different series, Quinton Winter. These illustrations feature alongside the fascinating folklore and history which surrounds the monsters, researched by author and monster enthusiast, Sarah Banville. Get ready to dive into MONSTERS, but beware of what you might find there ...

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Book SynopsisWhat’s it like being a firefighter? Let’s find out! Step inside the life of Frank the firefighter and discover the challenges he faces in his very busy job. Follow him and his crew from the moment the fire station alarm bell rings to his arrival at the emergency and learn about the inspirational life of a firefighter.An entertaining story following a day in the life of a firefighterfor children aged 4+, with fun illustrations to engage and inspire young readers. Turn to the back of the book for more information about what a firefighter’s job involves, the equipment they need and the other busy people that work alongside them. The Next Steps include discussion points about the story to prompt further conversation, develop vocabulary and support comprehension.People who help us, people who care, busy people are everywhere! Encourage the next generation of busy people and learn about a range of careers in this inspiring series for young children. Each story focuses on a different professional as they go about their daily work, exploring what each job involves, why it’s important and how it can be rewarding. If you enjoyed this book, check out the other titles in the Busy People series:Busy People: AstronautBusy People: BuilderBusy People: Construction WorkerBusy People: DoctorBusy People: FirefighterBusy People: LibrarianBusy People: Police officerBusy People: TeacherBusy People: Vet

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Book SynopsisExplore the fascinating world of jellyfish and discover the secrets they keep.

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Book SynopsisA very giftable book of Bible words and prayers for a special moment

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Book SynopsisWinner of the CLPE Award for Children's Poetry 2020. This dazzling poetry collection bubbles with excitement and creativity, capturing the sheer joy of the natural world. Discover parades of beast-doodles, preposterous penguins, talking blossoms, playful birds, humble fleas and a host of other exotic and everyday creatures who jump off the page and into our hearts.Thought-provoking, delightfully original and beautifully illustrated, Cherry Moon will encourage children of every age to explore the power, enchantment and wonderfulness of poetry and nature.

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Book SynopsisWith a stand-out foil cover and a classic princess theme, this new title in the popular series is sure to be a hit!

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

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Book SynopsisBook one in the new OFFICIAL Minecraft fiction series for readers age 7+ the Stonesword SagaJoin Morgan, Ash, Harper, Po, Jodi and Theo as they return for another adventure in the world of Minecraft. Someone or something has turned the Evoker King to stone. Do the gang have what it takes to solve the mystery and return the Evoker King to normal? Theo''s coding skills might just be what the gang need, but does he have what it takes to be a part of the team or will his meddling put a crack in the code that none of them will survive?For fans of the Minecraft game, Jumanji and Wreck it Ralph.

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Book Synopsis''A wonderfully useful book, told with wit and wisdom'' - Adam Kay, best-selling author of THIS IS GOING TO HURTGet up or you''ll miss the best part of the day! You treat this place like a hotel. Can you just put that phone down for one minute?!After years of reliable performance, has something recently gone wrong with your parents? Do you find yourself stressed out, arguing about the most ridiculous things?Is it like you''re processing the same world with entirely different brains? Do you and your parents want to fix things? There are hundreds of books for them about how to deal with you.Now, for the first time, doctor of brains and international bestselling author, Dean Burnett has written a book for YOU to understand just what on earth is going on. Like, just WHY are your parents:- Obsessed with tidiness- Not letting you get enough sleep- Just generally not getting anything that''s important to you! But don''t worry. These are very normal parent malfunctions, and by understanding the science behind where they''re coming from, you''ll know exactly how to troubleshoot conflict when it occurs (and even fix it before it does). You''ll never be able to remove arguments completely. But imagine what you''d be capable of if you weren''t wasting all that time and energy arguing about tidying your room.Trade ReviewDean Burnett has written the book I needed in my teens...It's too late for me, but parents and youths, save yourselves * Holly Brockwell, Evening Standard *A wonderfully useful book, told with Dean Burnett's trademark wit and wisdom * Adam Kay, best-selling author of THIS IS GOING TO HURT *A transformative book that could save many troubled teen-parent relationships * Alom Shaha, author of Mr Shaha's Recipes for Wonder *A light touch on a serious subject. Great for helping teenagers learn how to maintain good mental health through the tricky years of adolescence, and understand just why their parents are so annoying! * Dr Beth Ross-Gilles, Child Clinical Psychologist *Every kid should have a copy of this book (parents can read it in secret late at night) * Tracy King, STEM Campaigner *Refreshingly frank, warm, honest and funny and really does relate to all the realities of the parent-teen relationship... Read this book if you're a teenager. If you know a teen, do them a favour and buy them a copy. * Make (Good) Trouble *

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Book SynopsisFrom the delightful world of beloved classic children''s author, Beatrix Potter. The perfect book to help prepare your little one to become a kind and caring older sibling, with everyone''s favourite mischievous bunny: Peter Rabbit! Peter Rabbit is used to being an only bunny, so he gets quite a surprise when not one, not two, but three baby rabbits join the family! Peter is not at all sure at first how he feels about his new siblings. Mrs Rabbit has thought of names for two of them: Flopsy and Mopsy - but it''s Peter who gets to choose the third one! Suddenly he feels important and useful.This is the first title in a new series of very young stories for readers of 2+ set in Peter Rabbit''s world. The simple tales will deal with the first experiences and emotions of small children, as seen through the eyes of Beatrix Potter''s classic characters.

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Book SynopsisWhat’s it like being a doctor? Let’s find out! Step inside the life of Doctor Miranda and discover the challenges she faces in her very busy job. From checking a pregnant lady's blood pressure to writing a prescription for medicine, learn about the inspirational life of a doctor.An entertaining story following a day in the life of a doctor for children aged 4+, with fun illustrations to engage and inspire young readers. Turn to the back of the book for more information about what a doctor’s job involves, the equipment they need and the other busy people that work alongside them. The Next Steps include discussion points about the story to prompt further conversation, develop vocabulary and support comprehension.People who help us, people who care, busy people are everywhere! Encourage the next generation of busy people and learn about a range of careers in this inspiring series for young children. Each story focuses on a different professional as they go about their daily work, exploring what each job involves, why it’s important and how it can be rewarding. If you enjoyed this book, check out the other titles in the Busy People series:Busy People: AstronautBusy People: BuilderBusy People: Construction WorkerBusy People: DoctorBusy People: FirefighterBusy People: LibrarianBusy People: Police officerBusy People: TeacherBusy People: Vet Trade ReviewThe 'Busy People' series from QED is a great resource for teaching about 'what people do' and included in the series are a number of professions including Teacher, Firefighter and Vet, as well as Doctor. [… ]The books are clearly illustrated and labled, and show a good gender balance, too!

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Book SynopsisBuckle up for twists, turns, and emotional loop-de-loops in the most roller coaster-y Pigeon bookever! The Pigeon WILL be ready. Will YOU!?

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Book SynopsisAn edge-of-your-seat adventure packed full of puzzles, spooks and mystery! Amity has run off into Badwell Woods. Her brother Claude goes after her, only to discover his little sister’s scarf dangling near a house in the trees. Has she gone inside? He enters, not expecting a three storey-building with NO stairs. And a party laid out when there’s nobody else around. Only when the front door locks behind him does he realize it’s a housetrap. And they’ve been caught . . . ‘GLORIOUSLY SPOOKY AND UTTERLY SPLENDID.’ HANA TOOKE, author of The Unadoptables A fabulous twist on a timeless haunted house adventure from the acclaimed author of the Milton the Mighty series Scooby-Doo meets The Mysterious Benedict Society via Escape Room Full of friendship, teamwork and logic versus instinct – all wrapped up in a book with thrills, heart and bags of atmosphere Perfect for readers aged 9 and up PRAISE FOR MILTON THE MIGHTY: '[The] first book in a fantastic new series from Emma Read' THE TIMES 'A charming and thoughtful read' THE SCOTSMAN

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Book SynopsisFrom the bestselling author of The Unadoptables: a stunning adventure about a missing friend, a gothic city, and a secret society full of wonder, invention and maybe a hint of magic . . .Find the courage to be extraordinary . . .Ema Vašková has always felt different. In a family of famous scientists, there''s not much room for superstition or omens - but they seem to follow Ema wherever she goes. It doesn''t help that she appears to predict events before they happen, and has a peculiar fear of shadows . . .When Ema is sent to stay with her eccentric uncle in Prague, she fears she''ll lose the chance to ever fit in. But then she meets Silvie - a girl who finally sees Ema for the extraordinary person that she is. Soon the girls are meeting for secret midnight adventures, and facing Ema''s fears together.But then disaster strikes. Silvie goes missing - and it''s up to Ema to find her. Now she must gather the courage to hunt the city,Trade ReviewAdventures beguilingly rich and strange beneath a series of "full-ish" moons * Kirkus, Starred Review *

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Book SynopsisUncover the Earth''s inner secrets as you explore the world''s most magnificent volcanoes and earthquakes like never before. Become an eyewitness to the world''s most explosive volcanoes and powerful earthquakes with this picture-led guide that will take you on a visual tour of the hotspots of the world. Explore everything you need to know about the Earth''s most extraordinary natural forces - from active volcanoes, including Kilanea in Hawaii and Etna in Italy, to devastating earthquakes that have hit San Francisco and Japan. Discover how the eruption of Mount Vesuvius devastated the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, but left in its wake remarkably preserved treasures.Throughout the pages of this newly- revised incredible history book, you can expect to find: -All information updated by expert consultants-Packed with amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines-Includes brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in th

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Book SynopsisThe six servants of the Light - the Drew children, Will, Bran and the mysterious Merriman - have reached their last, desperate fight against the forces of the Dark. They face one final, daunting task: to find the crystal sword. Their search will lead them from their own world to the haunting, magical Lost Land between sea and shore - and they will each stare death in the face before the battle''s final moments.The fifth and final spellbinding book in the highly acclaimed Dark is Rising sequence.

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Book SynopsisBlast off into the cosmos with the latest title in the popular ‘How Things Work’ series which includes How Cities Work, How Airports Work, How Trains Work and How Ships Work – books that reveal the inner workings of familiar places and vehicles.Featuring fantastic illustrations by James Gulliver Hancock, this title explores the ultimate vehicles: spaceships – how they do what they do, what they’re used for and their development through history. Spreads will look at how rockets blast off into space, how people were sent to the Moon and back, how space centres prepare spaceships and astronauts for amazing adventures across the cosmos. It will also look at all different types of spacecraft: space stations and satellites orbiting Earth, rovers trundling over the surface of Mars, and probes travelling at thousands of miles per second through the outer reaches of the Solar System on incredible journeys of discovery.Full-page gatefolds and flaps explore spaceships both big and small, inside and out. It’s going to be out of this world!Contents: Leaving Earth: The history of spaceflight Satellites Rockets Manned Spaceflights Space Probes Landers Moon Missions Rovers Space Centres Space Telescopes Space Stations Spaceships of the Future About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

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Book SynopsisIn this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the beloved supreme court justice. Little Ruth’s mum taught her to be a lady – which meant to be her own independent self. Ruth promised herself she would do everything her mother didn’t get the chance to do. And she excelled: at university, as a law professor, and later on the supreme court fighting gender discrimination. Ruth became one of the most iconic figures in U.S. politics, standing up for what she believed in, fighting for racial and gender equality, and defending democratic values. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the justice’s life.LittlTrade Review‘The incredible life of the influential US Supreme Court justice is new in the Little People, Big Dreams series.' * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisKirsteen 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.

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Book SynopsisNational Geographic Primary Readers is a high-interest series of beginning reading books that have been developed in consultation with education experts. The books pair magnificent National Geographic photographs with lively text by skilled children’s book authors across four reading levels.Trade Review“The National Geographic books have been excellent for stimulating children's interest in the natural world. They provide something different to our regular non-fiction library books because they are pitched at an appropriate level for our children to be able to access independently… I can't recommend them highly enough.” - Andrew Stear, Headteacher, Milford School “The National Geographic books make a huge difference to the children within our school. Children love the fascinating images, the easy to understand text and how informative these books are about the world around them.” - David Baker, Deputy Headteacher, Springfield Primary

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.Learn about extreme exploration. Adventure with the bravest explorers up the highest mountains, down into the deepest seas, across parched deserts and even into space!Sapphire/Band 16 books offer longer reads to develop children''s sustained engagement with texts and are more complex syntactically.Text type: An information bookIdeas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.Curriculum Links Geography

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Book SynopsisReady for a LIFESIZE adventure?Step into the book and see how you measure up against some of the world''s most incredible LIFESIZE OCEAN ANIMALS. Go face to face with a turtle, see how you'd look with megalodon teeth, dive down for a peek at an anglerfish and open the FOLD-OUT PAGES to discover a GIGANTIC spider crab!This interactive non-fiction adventure features LIFESIZE illustrations of some of the world's smallest and largest ocean animals and invites children to think about how they compare with these wonderful creatures.This huge, playful book is the perfect introduction to animals for children from picture book star, Sophy Henn.Dive into the book for an underwater adventure . . .Collect the rest of the series for more LIFESIZE fun!LIFESIZE (9781405289573)LIFESIZE DINOSAURS (9781405293952)LIFESIZE BABY ANIMALS (9781405299497)LIFESIZE CREEPY CRAWLIES (World Book Day 2023) (9780008591304)LIFESIZE DEADLY ANIMALS (9780008534301)Sophy Henn''s book ''Lifesize Creepy Crawlies'' was a Su

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Book SynopsisA feminist YA horror-thriller-romance retelling of The Picture of Dorian Gray by the TikTok sensation and author of The Society for Soulless GirlsPenny Paxton is the daughter of an icon. Her supermodel mother has legions of adoring fans around the world, and Penny is ready to begin her journey to international adoration, starting with joining the elite Dorian Drama School.When Penny's new mentor offers her an opportunity she cannot refuse, to have a portrait painted by a mysterious artist who can grant immortal beauty to all his subjects, Penny happily follows in the footsteps of Dorian's most glittering alumni, knowing that stardom is sure to soon be hers.But when her trusted mentor is found murdered, Penny realises she's made a terrible mistake a sinister someone is using the uncanny portraits to kill off the subjects one by one. As more perfectly beautiful students start to fall, Penny knows her time is running out . . .A seductive and searing exploration of beauty, identity, and wTrade ReviewA contemporary reworking of The Picture of Dorian Gray, this book shines a light on beauty standards and the pursuit of perfection.- The Observer “A haunting, emotional and sapphic retelling, one which reels you in and doesn’t let go.” – Paper Lanterns Praise for The Society for Soulless Girls ’A twisty, sexy, smart haunting of a book, full of eloquent rage' Kiran Millwood-Hargrave ‘An intimate exploration of women’s anger, bladed with mystery and sapphic desire. Laura Steven has cut a modern Gothic gem, leaving room for glints of her trademark humour’ – Samantha Shannon ‘A fast-paced feminist horror, that manages to be oh-so-romantic and oh-so-haunting all at once’ – Alexandra Christo, bestselling author of TO KILL A KINGDOM ‘As seductive as it is sinister’ – Kate Dunn ‘Dark, clever and filled to the brim with feminist rage, Steven has crafted the sapphic dark academia of dreams – and of nightmares’ – Francesca May

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Book SynopsisAnother charming tale in The Little Red Train series which will appeal to all little boys and girls obsessed with engines, trains and things that go!The nasty Swish Train drivers have challenged Duffy and Jack to a race and the winner gets to keep the Little Red Train''s very last route! When the flag goes down, the Swish Train speeds straight out of sight, but there''s worse to come . . .There''s oil on the tracks, sheep on the line and someone has switched the points! Can Jack''s quick-thinking save the day?Trade ReviewA thoroughly entertaining children's story -- Andy Howells * South Wales Argus *

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Book SynopsisAn all-new collection of short stories from the world of Magnus Chase!Travel the Nine Worlds with your favourite characters from the world of Magnus Chase in a brand-new series of adventures.Find out why Amir Fadlan hates clothes shopping in Midgard, see how Mallory Keen learns in icy Niflheim that insulting a dragon can be a good idea, and join Alex Fierro as they play with fire (and a disco sword) in the home of the fire giants, Muspellheim.But watch out for Thor, who is jogging through all Nine Worlds so he can log his million steps - and is raising quite a stink . . .

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Book SynopsisFollowing a serious illness, Will is sent to stay with his uncle in the wild, bleak mountains of Tywyd. He is troubled by vague memories until he meets the mysterious Bran - and suddenly Will knows the task that lies ahead. With Bran''s help, Will set outs to find the golden harp and awaken the six sleepers who must join the final battle between the Dark and the Light. But Will is about to encounter his most terrifying opponent yet: the Grey King.

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Book Synopsis*Read the book before you see the film, out September 2021!* Dear Evan Hansen, Today''s going to be an amazing day and here''s why...When a letter that was never meant to be seen draws high school senior Evan Hansen into the Murphy family''s grief over the loss of their son, he is given the chance of a lifetime: to belong. He just has to stick to a lie he never meant to tell. That the notoriously troubled Connor Murphy was his secret best friend.Suddenly, Evan isn''t invisible anymore. And Connor''s wealthy parents have taken him in like he was their own, desperate to know more about their enigmatic son from his ''closest friend''.As Evan gets pulled deeper into their family, he knows that what he''s doing may not be right, but if he''s helping people, how wrong can it be?No longer tangled in his once-incapacitating anxiety, this new Evan has a purpose.He''s conTrade ReviewEven in book form, Evan Hansen's story sings. Required reading, especially for anyone who's ever needed to be found * Becky Albertalli, author of Love Simon *Dear Evan Hansen: The Novel is a terrific reinvention of an already brilliant piece of art * Jodi Picoult, author of My Sister's Keeper *Yep, the hit musical will make you cry just as much in book form * Entertainment Weekly *A must-read for teens and those who care about them * Publishers Weekly *The writers of Dear Evan Hansen have given fans a rare gift * Teen Vogue *PRAISE FOR DEAR EVAN HANSEN:A gorgeous new musical for anyone with a beating heart * The New York Times *One of the most remarkable shows in musical theatre history * The Washington Post *As eagerly awaited as Hamilton * Baz Bamingboye, Mail on Sunday *

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Book SynopsisLearn simple ways to help the planet with Peppa and George in this brand new story!It is Love Our Planet Week at playgroup, and Madame Gazelle asks the children to make a scrapbook of all the things they can do to help look after our planet. Peppa and George recycle, grow their own vegetables, turn off the taps when they are brushing their teeth and scooter to playgroup instead of going in the car. They learn that every little thing makes a BIG difference! Peppa loves our planet! Everyone loves our planet!All Peppa Pig books are printed on paper from responsibly managed sources. This Peppa Pig book is printed with environmentally friendly vegetable inks and a water-based finish on the cover.

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Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series written for learners of English as a foreign language, each title includes carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Wild Cities, a Level 2 Reader, is A1+ in the CEFR framework. Sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, introducing the future tenses will and going to, present continuous for future meaning, and comparatives and superlatives. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear on most pages.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.There are cities everywhere on Earth. More and more people live in cities around the world. But more and more animals make their homes in cities, too. In this book you will visit 13 cities. What animals can you see?

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA harrowing but hard to put down tale. * Financial Times *PRAISE FOR THE BOY WHO FOLLOWED HIS FATHER INTO AUSCHWITZ:A deeply humane account and a visceral description of everyday life in the camps. Could not be more timely and deserves to have the widest possible readership. * Daily Express *An emotionally devastating story of courage - and survival * i *Brilliantly researched and written * Daily Mail *An extraordinary affecting tale . . . with many twists * The Times *

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Book SynopsisDiscover the astounding ancient architecture, the history of civilization, and the beauty of our planet in these Wonders of the World.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating architectural feats and natural treasures of the world in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of more than 50 wonders of the world. Children will be mesmerised by human-made landscapes such as the Statue of Liberty to record-breaking natural marvels like the River Nile.This unique, beautifully illustrated guide takes kids on an incredible journey around the world''s most spectacular sights. Using striking full-colour photographs and illustrations, discover the Pyramids of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus, the Mausoleum atHalicarnassus, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Lighthouse of Alexandria and much more!Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on Wonders of the World, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new eyewitness feature- Amazing facts, diagrams, statistics, and timelines- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldEyewitness Wonders of the World introduces the ultimate guide to remarkable architecture and natural wonders. Children can learn about the most incredible natural and human-made wonders, through amazing facts, diagrams, and statistics to see them as never before. This all-emcompassing wonders of the world guide is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning, as well as teachers, parents and librarians.So, what''s new? Part of DK''s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new eyewitness feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Journey down the River Amazon and explore the rainforest with Eyewitness Amazon, learn how to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

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Book SynopsisIn this brand new story, Peppa remembers meeting her baby brother George for the first time!Tiny Peppa learns what babies can and can''t do, and finds out what it means to be a big sister.This heartwarming story will be loved by all fans of Peppa Pig, especially those who are getting ready to welcome a new sibling.Everybody loves Babies! Also Available: Peppa Pig: Peppa''s Song ContestPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Countdown to BedtimePeppa Pig: Peppa''s Camper VanPeppa Pig: Peppa''s Muddy Puddle Walk

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Book SynopsisPacked with stunning photography, Eyewitness Football is the perfect guide for any football fan who wants to know everything about the beautiful game. Become an eyewitness to world cup winners and champions past and present in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a tour of the beautiful game. Children will love reading about tricky tactics, freshening up on football skills knowledge, and getting to grips with the science and technology behind the game.This fact-packed football guide for children aged 9+ includes bite-sized biographies of well-known players - from Lionel Messi to Zinedine Zidane - to fill you in on those important details needed to impress, as well as club shirts and memorabilia pictured from years gone by and the shining trophies you still see today. Action-packed photographs help you relive moments of glory, while record breakers and national team profiles are listed for quick-fire mastery of famous football history

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Book SynopsisPacked with stunning photography, Eyewitness Planets explores Earth''s neighbourhood, space and the Solar System.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating world of outer space, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of Earth and its neighbourhood with this spectacular planetary guide. Children will be mesmerised by this eyewitness view from Mercury to Neptune, of the rocky planets, gas giants, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and other bodies that make up our Solar System.This unique, beautifully illustrated guide reveals the secrets of space, examining the latest space exploration equipment, and the scientists behind discoveries both ancient and new. Using striking full-colour photographs and illustrations, discover where comets come from, learn why Pluto is now classified as a dwarf planet, and much more.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on planets, you can expect to find: - A fresh

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Book SynopsisAllegra McEvedy MBE is a professional chef, writer, and broadcaster. She has been cooking professionally for 30 years and worked in numerous award-winning restaurants, both in London and in the US. Allegra is the co-founder of LEON, the popular, healthy, fast-food restaurant group, and has more recently opened her own wine bar and restaurant in London. As well as an experienced chef, she is also inspiring children to be passionate about cooking by presenting children's TV programmes, such as Junior Bake Off and Step Up to The Plate. Allegra has written 8 cookbooks, all of which have sold internationally.

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