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This book introduces young readers to a variety of lorries they can see in their community and in the world. Learn about the basics of how lorries work, along with a brief history. A short photo timeline reinforces how technology has changed over time.

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When thinking about Ninjas, people often picture deadly killers wearing black clothing. However, while ninjas could be fierce and skilled warriors, they weren't just assassins who crept around in the dark. They more often worked as spies and secret agents who gathered intelligence and information on enemy clans. Dynamic illustrations and engaging tales of ninja warriors teach readers what it was like to be a stealthy secret agent in Medieval Japan.

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Have you ever wondered how people create such engaging video blogs? Learn how to plan, shoot, edit and post vlogs. It's time to put your video-blogging skills to the test. And action!

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How do the senses work? How do they help us function? Find out all about the senses in this fascinating and engaging book that uses flowcharts, text boxes and brightly coloured design to bring science to life.

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Yasmin is bored! But a glimpse of the pretty clothes in Mama's closet turns a boring evening into a glamorous fashion show, until...OOPS! Mama's shalwar kameez is ruined! Can Yasmin's nani save the day before Mama gets home?

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Where does clean drinking water come from? Discover the story behind one of the necessities of life. From facts on how much water we use daily to how dirty water becomes bacteria-free and safe enough to drink, readers will learn about why we need sanitation and where clean drinking water comes from.

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When a legendary Amazonian shield is stolen, Wonder Woman finds herself hot on the heels of Giganta and Gorilla Grodd. But soon she discovers that the villains aren't working together, and Giganta might be the Amazing Amazon's best hope for foiling Grodd's plans. Can Wonder Woman tame the titan long enough to pry the shield from the gorilla's grasp? Or will Giganta wind up wielding the weapon with a dastardly double-cross?

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Form an orderly queue! Get your special edition copy of the Celtic Courier today! Bursting with news and features, including headline news, religious news, farming news, food and drink, fashion highlights, arts and entertainment, property, handy hints and even items for sale, you will find everything you need to know about what's going on in Celtic Britain. Written and designed in a newspaper style, the Celtic Courier covers topics in the KS2 History Curriculum in a fun and inventive way.

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Come along and investigate the continent of Antarctica. What are its landforms? Which animals live there? What do scientists study there?

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Did you know igneous rock is formed as a result of volcanic activity? This type of rock is made up of minerals. Find out more about minerals, where igneous rocks form and what purposes they serve. You may even have igneous rocks in your own home!

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After detention, a young boy steps aboard the late bus. When the bus takes an unexpected turn toward a graveyard, his long day suddenly goes from bad to worse! Will the detour be the ride of his life . . . or his final destination? The addictively creepy SCHOOL BUS OF HORRORS from Michael Dahl, the bestselling author of LIBRARY OF DOOM will keep young readers on the edge of their bus seats until the final stop.

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What is Britain's largest town? Why did cities develop on the coast? In this fascinating book, you can find out about the geography and life of British villages, towns and cities today. Learn about market towns, village society, capital cities and much more. There is plenty to discover - so let's explore Britain!

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Computer coding in the kitchen? Yes! Best friends Gabi and Adi are baking a special birthday treat - and making a recipe is a lot like creating a function in a computer code.

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What are Britain's biggest mountains? How do mountains form? In this fascinating book, you can find out about the geography of British mountains and valleys. Learn about U-shaped and V-shaped valleys, mountain rescue services, who lives and works in mountains and valleys and much more. There is plenty to discover - so let's explore Britain!

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Simple text describes ponds, the plants and animals in ponds, and how people use ponds. Full-colour photographs perfectly match the text on each spread.

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The weather turns cool. Leaves fall to the ground. Learn all about autumn days.

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We look at different sizes and colours of clouds.

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A dragon character introduces us to his family members.

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Learn all about British Ambulance and Air crew - how they help us, what they do, how they serve the community and much more.

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Learn all about British Lifeboat crew - how they help us, what they do, how they serve the community and much more.

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Welcome to Russia! Look at the fairy-tale castles of Moscow. Search forests for endangered Siberian tigers. Learn about the people, places and traditions of the world's largest country.

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Provides an introduction to the history and development of the television and explains how a television works. Includes information on some of the inventors who were influential in the invention of the television.

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Forces and motion go hand in hand. Forces make objects go faster, slow down, change direction and change shape. Learn about gravity, friction and other types of forces and the effects they have on objects.

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Do you know who the first woman in space was? Did you know a dog went into space before a person ever did? Find out about the explorers who dared to go beyond our planet.

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When a princess learns of her husband's secret past, he turns into a snake. The princess must be brave in order to help him. Can they work together to break the prince's curse? A young man is given a special shape-changing power. He and his brother use the new power to trick and take from others. Will they get caught and pay the price for their trickery?

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Max and his parents are part of a secret group called the Space Guards who help protect Earth from danger. When Max's parents and other Space Guards are captured on a dangerous mission, Max has to save them on his own.

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Mai is excited to begin her music lessons so that she can become famous throughout China. When Mai loses her mother's special jade flute, she is certain that her gift of music is lost as well. Will Mai find the jade flute, or will she find something even more special?

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People all around the world practice special traditions. Some traditions involve holidays, food, or clothing. Others involve daily habits, such as how to say 'hello' to a new person or when to remove your shoes. What traditions do you share with others around the world?

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Four children are left behind in their underground home while their parents and the others leave to see if the surface is safe again after The Disaster. However, they've been gone too long, and food is running out. But before Miriam, Isaiah, Chen and Davis can finish their plans, their home is flooded and destroyed. They barely escape it and lose everything. WIth no food, shelter or extra clothes, they realise they aren't safe yet. Adapting to live underground makes the surface dangerous for them, and they have to find cover fast. Even so, not everyone wants to help. Can they work out how to work together before it's too late?

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Dylan is eager to be as good as his friend, Wren, at archery. In a big competition he looks as if he might even win! But when his success catches the attention of last year's winner, Lewis, things start to go wrong. Can he work out what Lewis is up to before it's too late?

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Twins Bri and Ari are thrilled to be reunited with their parents. Their parents have been studying sea turtles on the Solomon Islands in the South Pacific for months. But once they get to the research station, life quickly becomes dull. Bri and Ari just want to go exploring and have some adventure. But when they finally get permission to travel by themselves to a nearby beach, they are swept away to strange island full of dangers both seen and unseen. Will they be able to survive?

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It's the early 1600s, and the streets of Italy are bustling. But Michelangelo Galilei, the much younger brother of well-known Italian philosopher and scientist Galileo Galilei, feels lost in the crowd. It seems as though Michelangelo has nothing in common with his older brother. Michelangelo spends countless hours practising his lute, while his brother seems to spend all his time testing long-held scientific beliefs. Then Galileo improves a small telescope, opening up a whole new world to them both. But will it be enough to fill the expanse between them?

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Cassia and her family live in a tiny apartment in ancient Rome. Her parents are too poor to send her to school. Instead, Cassia and her brother spend their days working at a stinky laundry cleaning dirty clothes. Cassia dreams of a better life for her and her family. If only they could move out of the noisy city onto a quiet farm. But how will Cassia ever be able to make her dream come true?

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With his father suddenly struck ill, Tenji is thrust into the role he's been longing for - guiding climbers to the summit of Mount Everest. But can he convince the group that he's up to this extreme challenge?

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It's 1942 - the middle of World War II - and Elephant Bill, his Elephant Company, and a group of refugees are in danger of being captured by the invading Japanese. They must flee their work camp in Burma as soon as possible to keep ahead of the enemy. Bandoola, Elephant Bill's favourite elephant leads the way. On their way to safety in India, they face many dangers through the jungle and across five mountain ranges. Will Bandoola and Elephant Bill lead them to safety? Or will they be captured by the enemy?

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Can you imagine a time when the punishment for stealing was death by hanging? Or when a person had to plunge their arm into boiling water to prove their innocence? It is hard to believe, but these are all punishments for crimes committed in Britain during the last 1,000 years. Some crimes have changed and others remain the same. However, how we punish crime has changed a lot, thankfully! This book tells the gruesome story of British crime and punishment over the centuries, from 1066 to the present. With fascinating topic fact boxes and a timeline, this book will keep readers on the straight and narrow!

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Read all about it! Get your special edition copy of the Viking Express today! Like a Viking warrior's muscles, it is bulging with news and features, including headline news, religious news, farming news, food and drink, fashion highlights, arts and entertainment, property, handy hints and even items for sale. In here, you will find everything you need to know about what's been going on in Britain with the Vikings around. Written and designed in a newspaper style, the Viking Express covers the KS2 History Curriculum in a fun and inventive way.

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Most plants get the food they need through water, soil, and sunlight. But some plants eat insects and even small animals! Explore the world of meat-eating plants and find out how they catch their food and eat it.

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Aiden and Olivia have always found the house next door a bit scary. But when their ball goes into the neighbour's back yard, their mother forces them to face their fears and ring the bell. Find out what they discover on the other side of the door.

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Africa is an amazing continent! Discover Africa's people, places, animals and landforms.

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As Chief of the Fire Brigade, Aimee’s mum is always too busy to spend time with her. Aimee knows her mum’s job is important, but sometimes she wishes Mum was around more often. But one day, a special guest visits Aimee’s school. Who might this special guest be?

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An orange hen is new to the farmyard. Will the other animals make her feel welcome?

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A classroom of children use various materials to make bridges.Connect to the nonfiction text pair, Materials.

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Alfie Wolfe's feet stink! And they may cost the Hound Hotel a client, namely Ms. Snoot and her energic Labrador retriever, Stanley. But after gleefully rolling in dead fish, Stanley may give Aflie's feet a run for their money. Stinky fun awaits!

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Find out everything there is to know about the city of Edinburgh in this fascinating city guide. Learn about Edinburgh’s history, its location, culture, festivals, hidden gems and even where the best places to shop are! A map of Edinburgh city centre will help you find the locations of the key places mentioned in the book. Impress your friends with your knowledge of this beautiful and historic city.

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A girl makes a picture and is surprised by a friendly bee.

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The Stone Age Tablet is celebrating its anniversary in this special edition -- 500,000 years old today! Bursting with prehistoric news and features from previous editions spanning the Stone Age, Iron Age and Bronze Age. Written and designed in a newspaper style, the Stone Age Tablet covers the KS2 History Curriculum in a fun and inventive way.

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A boy helps his grandma with tasks inside her house.

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