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Do fish wear pyjamas? What's the sound of an iceberg melting? How many sheep did it take to launch a Viking longship? Which is faster - a tsunami or a bullet train? Find the answers to these and many more questions in a book that explores the history, science, environment and art of our planet's seas and oceans. Richly illustrated and perfect for broadening children's knowledge of an essential subject, away from the classroom.Ideal for fact loving readers aged 8+.Each book in this best-selling, award-winning series presents 100 bite-sized topics, with bold, graphic illustrations and clear text. Perfect for dipping in and out of, and for sharing with family and friends.Discover all the titles in the 100 Things to Know series:1. 100 Things to Know About Science2. 100 Things to Know About Saving the Planet3. 100 Things to Know About Music4. 100 Things to Know About Numbers, Computers & Coding5. 100 Things to Know About Food6. 100 Things to Know About the Human Body7. 100 Things to Know About Space8. 100 Things to Know About the Oceans9. 100 Things to Know About Planet Earth10. 100 things to Know About History11. 100 things to Know about the Unknown12. 100 things to Know about Sport

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A colorful and charmingly illustrated non-fiction book for very small children, with lots of flaps to lift, holes to peek through and farm animals to spot. Children can peek inside the hen house at sunrise in search of eggs, watch the cows being milked behind the big barn doors and spot the lambs frolicking in the fields. Little hands will love to lift the flaps to see the vegetables growing underground, or the peas inside their green pods, and to spot all the produce being sold in the farm shop, from cheese, bread and honey to knitted hats and lambswool jumpers. An engaging and interactive introduction to life on a farm and where food comes from.

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Brush water over the black and white illustrations and watch as the animal scenes burst into beautiful color! Sixteen detailed pictures include kangaroos, penguins, hippos, meerkats and lots more. With a handy fold-out back cover to prevent colors running through to the page beneath.

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Step outdoors with this book and wave goodbye to boredom! Open a bug hotel, read the night sky and go bird spotting, then learn to draw animals, write a nature poem, and do an outdoor quiz. With specially selected links to websites for even more fun outdoor activities. Wherever you are, wherever you go, there’ll never be a dull moment again!

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A beautifully illustrated, non-fiction picture book about space for very young children. Little astronauts can find out about planets, stars, asteroids, space travel, the International Space Station and lots more. With lots to spot and talk about, vivid illustrations and simple language, this is a fun and entertaining way to introduce little children to a fascinating subject. With links to carefully selected websites where children can find out more about constellations and space via the Usborne Quicklinks website.

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Visit a sandy beach, dive into rock pools and explore the fascinating seashore in this delightful sticker book. Use the 240 stickers of interesting birds, plants, sea creatures, pebbles and shells to bring the beautifully illustrated scenes to life.

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Swim with the turtles as they dive through the pages of this delightful title in the well-loved That's not my... series. Babies and toddlers will love touching the tactile patches and looking for the familiar little white mouse.

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A wonderful collection of six classic Greek myths and legends, specially retold for younger readers. Includes the stories of 'The Wooden Horse', 'The Minotaur' and 'The Odyssey', as well as a guide to the Greek Gods. Beautifully bound in padded hardback, and packed with information, color and culture, this makes a thrilling read for any child. With a pronunciation guide to Greek names on the Usborne Quicklinks website.

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Bring the magical world of unicorns to life in this gorgeous activity book, perfect for unicorn lovers of all ages. There are 600 transfers of unicorns, stars and snowflakes to decorate the pages, and adorable unicorn pictures to color, too.

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Everything in the Universe is made up of just 118 chemical elements, all of which are listed in the Periodic Table. Lift the flaps in this informative book and discover which elements are crucial to life, which are smelly, explosive or radioactive and lots more. An essential introduction to the building blocks of chemistry, with over 125 flaps.

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An informative introduction to the world of money, covering everything from bank accounts, earning and borrowing to government spending, taxes and inflation. With bright, infographic pictures, a detailed glossary and links to specially selected websites where you can visit a virtual bank, see money from around the world and more.

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Nobody has everything they need, all the time – so how can we make do with what we have? Economics is all about understanding the choices we make to solve this problem. With bright, infographics pictures, this informative book describes why markets are so important, how businesses work out what to sell, and how governments choose how to run a country. Includes Usborne Quicklinks to specially selected websites for more information.

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Readers can complete their own monster truck, army truck, fire truck and many more by adding sticker wheels, headlights and mirrors. With 10 pages of colorful stickers, this book will keep children entertained for hours! Full of the largest, loudest, and most powerful trucks.

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A high-octane sticker book with over 10 pages of stickers with which young car enthusiasts can customize a range of supercars. Complete each car by adding wheels, headlights and trim - includes a rally car, a Le Mans car, a Pro Mod racer, an SUV and many more.

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This engaging introduction to chemistry tackles the key concepts and big ideas in a friendly and accessible way. From atoms to molecules, discover the basic building blocks of the universe and find out how chemists use them to create amazing new medicines, materials and more. Follow step-by-step chemical reactions, explore the periodic table and learn all about chemistry's real-life applications from solving crimes to producing green energy.

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This enchanting advent boxset contains a wonderful, ready-made library of 24 beautifully illustrated storybooks. Count down the days to Christmas with magical tales of princes and princesses, elves and emperors, a puppet and even a dinosaur. A mix of fairy tales, traditional stories and timeless classics, the stories offer something for everyone. As the big day approaches, there are plenty of festive treats to share, including The 12 Days of Christmas, A Christmas Carol and, of course, the story of the nativity. Even after the excitement of Christmas has faded, the exciting stories in the boxset can be enjoyed again and again, for many years to come. Titles in this set:CinderellaThe Dinosaur Who Lost His RoarLittle Red Riding HoodThe Emperor and the NightingaleThe Three Little PigsThe NutcrackerThe Gingerbread ManThe Ant and the GrasshopperJack And the BeanstalkThe Frog PrinceThe Jungle BookThe Twelve Days of ChristmasGoldilocks and the Three BearsThe Elves and the ShoemakerThe Wizar

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A SUMMER SPECIAL EDITION OF THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER, WITH EXCLUSIVE COVER AND EXTRA CONTENTWINNER OF THE 2021 BOOKS ARE MY BAG READERS' AWARD FOR YOUNG ADULT FICTIONNOMINATED FOR THE CARNEGIE MEDAL 2022"This summer's hottest YA debut." Entertainment WeeklyACE OF SPADES is Gossip Girl meets Get Out, with a shocking twist. Buried secrets come to light when two students are targeted by an anonymous bully with an explosive agenda.Hello, Niveus High. It's me. Who am I? That's not important. All you need to know is...I'm here to divide and conquer. - AcesWelcome to Niveus Private Academy, where money paves the hallways, and the students are never less than perfect. Until now. Because anonymous texter, Aces, is revealing the darkest secrets of two students.Talented musician Devon buries himself in rehearsals, but he can't escape the spotlight when his private photos go public.Head girl Chiamaka isn't afraid to get what she wants, but soon everyone will know the price she has paid for power.Someone is out to get them both. Someone who holds all the aces. And they're planning much more than a high-school game...Unputdownable and utterly compulsive, this high-octane thriller takes a powerful look at institutionalized racism. As seen in Vogue, The Guardian, Marie Claire, The New York Times, Elle, Buzzfeed, Cosmo and Entertainment Weekly, and on BBC Front Row, perfect for fans of Karen McManus, Holly Jackson and Angie Thomas.*This summer special features an exclusive cover from award-winning Kingsley Nebechi, and exciting extra content: an exclusive never-seen-before chapter and brand-new author letter.*"ACE OF SPADES is the thought-provoking thriller we ALL need." Nic Stone, #1 NYT bestselling author"A heart-racing and twisty thriller." Alice Oseman"Strong Gossip Girl vibes and a whole lot of mystery." Buzzfeed"Thunderous and terrifying. There's no way you're putting this down until you get to the last page." Maureen Johnson, NYT bestselling author

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This engaging book takes a fresh look at the changing world of work and helps kids develop a greater understanding of what opportunities lie ahead of them. From following your dreams, to discovering what grown-ups do all day, to real-life advice from people in the field, find inspiration under every flap.

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Chang's paintings are so good, his birds and animals seem alive. So when the Emperor's new temple needs painting, he sends for Chang. But why is Chang painting dragons without any eyes? Is it true, as he claims, that if he adds eyes the painted dragons will actually come to life? With free online audio.

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Filled with simple, black-and white images including a cat, toad, witch, wizard, monster and many more. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and, hey presto, vibrant colours magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and helping them learn brush control skills at the same time. 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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"Beautiful and heartwarming, gentle yet powerful, truly a book to treasure." Sophie Anderson, author of The House with Chicken LegsEverything so far, if Peijing had to sum it up, was a string of small awkward experiences that she hoped would end soon.The night of the Mid-Autumn festival, making mooncakes with Ah-Ma, was the last time Peijing remembers her life being the same. Now facing a new home, a new school and a new language, everything is different. But Peijing hopes her new friend Joanna can show her the way.Soon though, cracks start to appear in Peijing's family. The grown-ups are no longer themselves and Biju needs her to be the dependable big sister. Peijing has no idea how she's supposed to cope with the uncertainties of her own world while shouldering the burden of everyone else. If her family are the four quarters of the mooncake, where does she even fit in?A big-hearted, magical story about sisterhood and a family finding their way in a new place.

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Perfect for storytime, this collection of ten traditional and much-loved stories includes The Princess and the Pea, Jack and the Beanstalk, Goldilocks and the Three Bears and Little Red Riding Hood. Beautifully designed pages with Richard Johnson's enchanting illustrations bring each tale to life. Includes an introduction to the stories and notes on where they came from.

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'Oh, ONE can be fun. ONE Bun, ONE sun, ONE tree. You see? Just me.Ah, TWO. Yahoo! That's me AND you - a couple, a pair. Let's share!'So begins a lively rhyming story that follows ONE little bunny's attempts to host a fun birthday picnic as her friends fox, penguin, bear, tiger, sloth, toucan, dinosaur and giraffe arrive one by one to swell the numbers to NINE. But it is guest number TEN, a skunk with a rather unusual perfume, who causes most problems, prompting each animal to make its excuses and leave. Nevertheless, it is the skunk who turns out to be the best of the bunch and in more ways than one. Rhyming text and appealing illustrations combine perfectly to help consolidate counting up to ten and back again, also gently reinforcing the early numeracy concepts of one more and one less.

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Dee and Gus want to be the stars of the Dino Valley charity show. But will they give anyone else the chance to shine? Find out in this latest addition to the popular Dinosaur Tales series.

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On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me... Here are all twelve days of Christmas, from the festive rhyme, wonderfully illustrated by Violeta Dabija and full of extra details for little ones to spot. With online audio.

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This adaptation of the classic nursery rhyme has been specially extended to make it even more appealing to young readers. Join Mouse on her busy day as she cooks, cleans and dances to the chimes of the old grandfather clock. A QR code on the back cover provides a link to an audio recording of the rhyme.

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This friendly write-in book is packed full of engaging activities to prepare children for starting school. Lively illustrations and cute animal characters keep learning fun, with activities specifically designed to appeal to 3-5 year olds. Children can trace, draw and write as they discover all the things they need to know about school.

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Packed with pumpkins, bats, witches, wizards and monsters, this puzzle book includes mazes, dot-to-dot, spot the difference, simple logic puzzles and wordsearches that will keep children entertained while helping develop their skills in reading, counting and observation. It is ideal for journeys, holidays and dreary autumn days.

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"A spooky, funny, magical and atmospheric adventure with a compelling hero you will adore. " Jessica Townsend, New York Times bestselling author of NevermoorMaybe some ghosts enjoy walking through walls and being invisible - not me. I never asked to be a kid ghost. With no memory of the kid she was before she was taken by the Witches, Corpse is bound to haunt the rock-that-doesn't-exist for ever. Until she learns of a treasure, one that can reunite Corpse with her family and her name. She must set off for answers, on a journey across the stormy sea, battling magic, zombie-skeletons and monsters. But the Witches want the treasure too. And they'll do anything to get to it first. Welcome to Elston-Fright, a forgotten town where witches lurk, sea monsters roam and a girl is on the hunt for answers...

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Claire the polar bear is desperate to see Santa at the Christmas fair. But first one thing interrupts, then another... Will she ever get to meet Santa? A sweet rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, starring quirky characters and stunning illustrations. With free online audio.

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"All I want for Christmas is for everyone to read this book." A.F. Steadman, author of Skandar and the Unicorn Thief"A gorgeous, heartwarming story full of hope, humour and love. The perfect gift for Christmas." Hannah Gold, author of The Last Bear When Oscar and Molly rush outside to investigate a crash in the night, they're not expecting to find a dazed Angel Gabriel wandering around their grandparents' back garden. And they're certainly not expecting to find themselves in a race to save Christmas. But if they don't track down a missing shepherd, wise man, donkey and the actual Mary and Joseph, who've all crash-landed in Chipping Bottom, not only will Christmas cease to exist, but they will too.Operation Nativity is on.Featuring fun festive activities to try with your family! Praise for Jenny Pearson:WINNER OF THE LAUGH OUT LOUD BOOK AWARDSHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA BOOK AWARD, WATERSTONES CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE and the BRANFORD BOASE AWARD."Breaks records for funny and touching storytelling." David Baddiel"As funny and tender as it could ever be." Frank Cottrell-Boyce"Heart-warming and genuinely funny." The Times

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This magically illustrated gamebook plunges you into a story with a difference - one where the hero is YOU.But as you stare out at the stars from your prison cell window, you're not feeling very heroic. You, a city guard, thrown in jail because someone whispered a word in your ear. Just a single word...Then your cell door creaks open, and you're let loose on an epic adventure where every choice is yours, and your survival depends upon the decisions you make. Who to fight? Who to trust? In a world that's unravelling before your eyes, the mystery goes deeper than you could possibly have dreamt.Bringing together a thrilling story, beautifully illustrated picture puzzles and an exciting combat system (with a link to an online dice-roller), this is an adventure that will have you gripped from beginning to end.

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With a host of friendly animals to guide them, children can learn how to subtract one number from another, and how to write a subtraction calculation. The activities in this book build confidence and provide lots of practice in taking away numbers under 20, including zero.

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The Greatest Showman Nevermoor, The Spectaculars is the enchanting new adventure series that combines magic, theatre and danger with a large pinch of starstuff...When three figures arrive at Harper's window in a flying canoe, informing her that she is due to start her apprenticeship, Harper discovers she is a Spectacular - a magical performer, gifted special powers from the stars.Harper is thrilled to be part of the Spectaculars' travelling theatre and boarding school, until everything is plunged into great danger. With her new friends Trick and Thief, Harper sets out to save her school... But while dreams come true at the Wondria, nightmares might just be lurking in the wings.'A story of magic, friendship and theatre that shines star-bright' Maria Kuzniar, author of The Ship of Shadows'Beautifully written, imaginative and witty, The Spectaculars immerses you in a thrilling magical world with characters you fall in love with right from the start' Hannah Durkan, author of Zeina Starborn and the Sky Whale

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"One good turn deserves another" is a moral lesson for the ages. But it doesn't have to be boring! This enchanting story of a down-on-their-luck cobblers, who stumble upon a hidden world of magical, mischievous elves. With beautiful illustrations and free online audio.

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What marks out a real princess? Why, the ability not to be fooled by fine trappings and the seeming comforts of a lush-looking bed. A gorgeous and funny retelling of a timeless tale, with free online audio.

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From Santa to snowmen, little children will love the magical illustrations in this festive early years colouring book. Bold, simple outlines and large areas to colour in make this book ideal for developing pencil control skills.

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The ideal stocking-filler for young puzzle-lovers, this book contains 100 festive crosswords to keep little elves and angels full of cheer for the 12 days of Christmas and beyond. Their themes range from Santa and his reindeer, decorations and jolly snowmen to gifts, nativity, carols, songs and holiday food - with a feast of general knowledge besides. The grids grow gradually more challenging as the book progresses and are perfect for quiet times alone or playing with friends and family. Ideal screen-free fun, and great for children's spelling and vocabulary, too. All the answers are at the back of the book.

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"A non-stop adventure, full of spellbinding, sorcerers and selkies. Cat Gray's storytelling proves that magic really does exist." Helena Duggan, author of A Place Called Perfect"Spellstoppers is a charming page-turner and I lapped up every moment of this magical tale." Clare Povey, author of The Unexpected Tale of Bastien Bon LivreWelcome to Yowling - a secretive seaside village where magic is just one step away...Max has spent years thinking he is cursed, because whenever he touches anything electrical it explodes. But then he is sent to Yowling and discovers he is a Spellstopper, someone with the rare ability to drain dangerous build-ups of magic and fix misbehaving enchanted items.When Max's Grandad is kidnapped by the cruel Keeper of the malfunctioning magical castle that floats in the bay, only Max's gift can save him. Together with his new friend Kit, Max throws himself into an adventure filled with villainous owls, psychic ice cream and man-eating goldfish. But can he really pull off the biggest spellstop ever?The perfect summer-holiday magical adventure for fans of Diana Wynne Jones, Catherine Doyle and Thomas Taylor.

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The sea creatures are having a rough ride at the moment, navigating plastic litter, chemical spills, warming oceans and fishing supertrawlers. They share their predicament with some sparky, beach-loving kids - and together they make an exciting plan to save the world's seas and oceans.

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Children will adore this magical activity book, filled with fantastical unicorns and delightfully diverse mermaids. Scenes include rainbows in the sky, diving under the sea to gather pearls, meeting a mermaid queen, finding a treasure chest and lots more. With hundreds of stickers of clothes, accessories, decorations, flowers and sea creatures to add to the scenes, this appealing activity book can be enjoyed time and time again.

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Daisy the dinosaur is off on a camping trip with the rest of the Dino Valley Explorer Club. But she's so lazy, she can't see the point of all the activities. It's up to Sid and Daisy's fellow club members to help her change her ways. This addition to the Dinosaur Tales series illustrates to children the benefits of joining in and helping others.

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Helped by a group of friendly animals, children can begin to explore dividing. The activities in this book build confidence in understanding division, including by equal sharing, equal grouping and using related multiplication facts.

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With the help of Beaky the toucan and his jungle friends, children can explore the rules of written English. The activities in this book build confidence in using punctuation, understanding tenses, and identifying nouns, verbs, adverbs and adjectives.

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Helped by a group of friendly jungle animals, children can develop their multiplying skills. The activities in this book build confidence in understanding multiplication, including by repeated addition, counting and identifying multiples.

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Crammed full of puzzles and games that will keep children occupied for hours, this book contains 17 solo games and 13 to play with a friend, including classics such as 0s and Xs, word searches, matching games and Sudoku.

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Add the stickers to create a magical world where pixies have picnics, fairies live in a toadstool town, woodland folk play hide-and-seek and live in lantern-lit treehouses.

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