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While on a camping holiday, a grandfather and his grandchildren enjoy a variety of fun memory games! Their differences in age and ability to remember will lead them to wonder how memory works and why memory changes with age. Information and explanations about the magic of memory are provided through each activity and game - including the cognitive models for short-term, verbal and visuo-spatial memory processes by Baddeley. Ages 5-7

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Some might say that having “a growth mindset” is everything (a.k.a.: believing that your qualities can be cultivated for success and seeing challenge as opportunity). Within that, self-esteem is a core foundation for growth. In this book, the 4 elements of self-esteem according to the work of psychologist Debora Plummer, become 4 chapters of engaging activities and games for developing young minds! Ages 5-7

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A series of illustrated books specifically designed for elementary school children; narrating the stories of great historical figures who have left their mark on humanity. The volume on Malala Yousafzai is a must-read for all children; a young, Pakistani, female activist who stood up (and continues to stand up) for injustice - from her life-changing ride to school in October of 2012, to her Nobel Peace Prize in 2014, and the incredible work she is still doing today. Ages 6 +

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Timed for the company’s centennial, this spectacularly illustrated coffee-table book traces the awesome evolution of BMW motorcycles from the birth of its iconic R23 “airhead” boxer twin, in 1923, to the superlative race-winning S100RR superbike Images complemented by enrapturing text describing the personalities and societal forces behind these beloved two-wheeled models. Decade by decade, motorcycle enthusiast, journalist, and photographer Christopher P. Baker captures its wide-reaching revolution from pre-war road bikes to post-war award-winning six-cylinder touring bikes. Pick it up and never put it down.

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The new Top Ten series presents a wide range of subjects to children in a way that plays off of their innate sense of excitement and curiosity. Do you think you can name the ten deadliest dinosaurs in history? Surely, you're imagining large carnivores, such as the T. rex. But did you know that brute force didn't always prevail? Sometimes an unsuspected secret weapon used at the right time could be more effective and destructive. So, even a peaceful herbivorous dinosaur could turn into a deadly machine! The danger level will increase as we count down from ten all the way up to terrible number one! In each book, the text builds on common knowledge to unhinge unexpected facts and amazing realities about the world around us. Ages: 6 plus

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Explore the history of the earth and life as recorded by rocks. If you're not absolutely excited: think again! Learn and play to understand the mysteries of our planet; from the functioning of volcanoes, to the impetus of earthquakes, to the creation of minerals. How does it work? How does it impact us? We are excited about this new series from the best-selling concept, Geology: Mad for Science. 56 packed pages with games and activities, including instructions for inventing your own gems and for executing your own, easy-to-do, experiments at home! Ages: 8 plus

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Bye Bye Diaper and Bye Bye Pacifier are two board books designed to support children during two difficult early childhood transitions: leaving the diaper and the pacifier. The main character is a bunny most children can relate to – unfamiliar with the potty and unwilling to part with his pacifier. Bunny acknowledges his fears and begins a journey that leaves him feeling empowered and excited by these life transitions. In addition to a relatable protagonist and narrative, these board books are physically designed to engage children with a unique slider on each page – discovery of the novelty will offer an unexpected surprise at each turn! Ages: 0 to 3

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Travelling the world! Open your little suitcase to discover the world, the people and the animals that inhabit it, and many other curiosities. Colour illustrations, short and simple texts, ideal for making toddlers want to take a first look at the world. A puzzle with large format pieces that the child can easily handle. And when it's finished, the funniest thing will be to seek and find all the various topics discussed in the book. Have a good trip! Ages: 4 plus

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With the colourful cards of the Storyteller, children will be able to create their own adventures following the basics of the theories of Vladimir Jakovlevic Propp on fairy tales, using the available subjects (animals, objects, symbols and places): Initial balance, Rupture of the initial balance, Adventure of the hero, Restoration of balance. In this box, the developed ability is Communicating: the vocabulary grows thanks to the gaming experience, linguistic expressions and storytelling skills are driven through story sequences that the child can combine into always new adventures to read and imagine. Ages: 5 to 7

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From the Amazon rainforest in South America to the Congo in Central Africa, find the animals hidden in each scene using the special "flashlight" included in the book. Who's hiding in the grass? And what about the shadow in the branches of that tree? Thanks to the magic flashlight in this book, children will be entertained looking for more than 60 animals hidden in the wonderfully illustrated pages. Each spread highlights a different part of the world and provides bite-sized facts about the creatures found in that jungle. Ages: 5 plus

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Checkmate! has all the excitement a chess fan could want, from world champions, to history's most famous matches, to the role of chess in society. This volume begins by retracing the history of chess through 16 players who have been officially recognised as the greatest world champions-looking at their lives and contributions to the game. The following section describes the most iconic matches, either because of their intensity, the players' fierce rivalry, or the political conflict between countries, as in the famous match between Russian Boris Spassky and American Bobby Fischer during the Cold War. The final chapter looks at the modern-day chess scene and the rise of artificial intelligence in chess games.

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Curiosity is a natural quality for children, which is enhanced when travelling. These little guides are intended just for them, with itineraries around big cities like Paris and London to explore the most iconic places (starting from their rooms). The books feature also little games and activities to be ready for real-life explorations! The big cities won't have secrets anymore. Ages: 6 plus

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Are you ready to escape from the frightening Pharaoh's tomb and from the doomed Treasure Island? These activity books are a proper escape game: follow the path on the big poster and solve the riddles and quizzes of each room to find key to proceed to the next one! Each room contains different games and activities that can enhance the readers logic and creative skills. Matt stickers at the end can be used to solve riddles and to complete the poster to finally escape! Ages: 7 plus

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Avery is a little curious child who simply loves history and... can travel in it! Every title is an adventure in history bringing together fiction and non-fiction: follow the "fictional" story of Avery and his friends and learn history with the special in-depth non-fiction spreads. Each volume is a great adventure that's just about to begin! Follow him in his adventures with the Vikings and in the Middle Ages, as well as along his days in Rome, Greece, Egypt and with the Aztecs. A new special format bringing together fiction (with the fun adventures of Avery) and non-fiction spreads focusing on the main assets of the cultures of each historical period. Ages: 7 plus

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Are you ready to escape from the frightening Pharaoh's tomb and from the doomed Treasure Island? These activity books are a proper escape game: follow the path on the big poster and solve the riddles and quizzes of each room to find key to proceed to the next one! Each room contains different games and activities that can enhance the readers logic and creative skills. Matt stickers at the end can be used to solve riddles and to complete the poster to finally escape! Ages: 7 plus

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A brand-new series dedicated to the dreams of the little ones: this gender-friendly titles will let young children recreate stories to live their dream career! Developed for children aged 4 to 6 to show them a day in the life of a firefighter, dancer, doctor and astronaut, using a fun and playful approach. It includes short, simple texts that will deep the various aspects of each career choice, with detachable cardboard figures that can be used to create imaginary stories and adventures. Children can detach the wonderful cardboard cut-outs from the page and build the 3D figures of different professionals and their environments. A best-selling format, the build-up, paired together with the important topic of "what to do when you grow up", to be inspiring and creative for children. Ages: 4 plus

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Bedtime is, for children, a very important moment of the day: which is why this rich illustrated collection of fairy tales and popular stories from all over the world is the perfect way to help children fall asleep and enjoy a good serene night's rest. The stories can be read by parents for younger children or can be used as a reading exercise for 5+ children. The 70 stories included in the book, represent the many different genres of short stories and the traditions of the different countries of the world. The delightful illustrations by Anna Láng will transport children to an enchanted land, guaranteeing the sweetest of dreams. Ages: 5 plus

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Epic landscapes will be the setting of the 8 games included in this volume, where the grand dragons illustrated by Anna Láng will almost come to life in this large format board book. Each spread is a board game set in the wonderful world of dragons: classic board games re-interpreted to fit the theme, as well as original games will entertain the little ones (and their parents!). Ages: 6 plus

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Jean De La Fontaine's most beloved classic fables and tales about animals (and humans), enhanced by iconic illustrations, will delight and entertain young readers while teaching valuable lessons. Each board book will cover the most important topics for character development. A precious collection presented in honour of the anniversary of Jean de la Fontaine's birth, which was 400 years in 2021. Ages: 3 plus

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Pre-writing is the activity that brings the little ones closer to the writing world. Following Pros, the little yellow alien, throughout the pages of this activity book, children will be challenged in different tasks and exercises. Lines, circles, shapes, spirals: all the different parts that will later make up letters and numbers can be experienced through fun games and activities. The exercises start before holding a pen: with a fun sticker of the little spaceship, children can start to trace the lines to train the movements of the hand. Colouring within the borders, following lines, closing and opening shapes: children will start to hold a pen correctly gradually and enhancing in new abilities that will prepare them for writing later in life. Ages: 4 plus

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The little Sloth is really curious about the noise and bustle he hears from the branch he hangs upon. One little step at a time, he will come down and discover how his friends in the forest live. Surprised by the mess, confusion and restlessness of the lives of chimps, tigers and toucans, he will teach them how to appreciate the virtues of calm and reflection, to learn, together with the little readers, his motto: "Take it... sloth!" Aimed at 4-6 year olds, this book includes activities to develop the consciousness of the different emotions and how to cope with impatience and waiting times, as well as learning to pacing it down. The moments of "boredom" will become occasions to develop creativity and free the children's fantasy, as well as learning how to fill the lull moments as long car trips or rainy afternoons. Ages: 4 plus

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A cute series thought for the littlest ones: through this funny board books children will learn a bit more about themselves and the parts of their bodies. The books include flaps to lift, fun texts and a very modern graphic layout. What are the different parts for? How do they move? Cute board books for children to understand how their bodies work. Each book has a game proposal at the end, for children to play with their parents to earn awareness on their bodies. Ages: 3 plus

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A cute series thought for the littlest ones: through this funny board books children will learn a bit more about themselves and the parts of their bodies. The books include flaps to lift, fun texts and a very modern graphic layout. What are the different parts for? How do they move? Cute board books for children to understand how their bodies work. Each book has a game proposal at the end, for children to play with their parents to earn awareness on their bodies. Ages: 3 plus

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Nature has an important role in Montessorian pedagogy. According to Maria Montessori, taking care of animals and plants is highly satisfying for the child: knowing that someone needs him/her and that his/her work gives rise to life is a great incentive for his/her sense of responsibility, but also for his/her emotional development, and ability to imagine and control the actions and emotions that are part of the world of childhood. The activities in this book are intended for children from 2 to 10 years, with the aim of recovering the natural bond between the child and the world of nature. They are subdivided into 4 areas, according to what Maria Montessori observed to be the most important aspects in the child's relationship with nature. The activities are designed partly for the home, but are always inspired, where possible, by experience in the open air, in the garden, in the vegetable garden, in the alley behind the home, or in the playground. Ages: 2 to 10

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Everyone loves baby animals! Cute, tender and a bit goofy, the baby animals of each species are naturally born funny. This book shows the baby animals in their original sizes, showing them as they appear in nature. Page after page, the reader will be surprised by the details and characteristics of each baby, while learning everything about their behaviours and physical development. The latest title of our bestselling 100% Full Size series. After animals and bugs, children will learn from the pages all the real sizes of the cute baby animals included in this big format volume. Ages: 6 plus

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This book contains 8 incredible logic and strategy board games through which the eternal challenge of two characters is renewed, the witty, highly intelligent detective and his historic enemy, the astute criminal mind. Through the different scenarios, children can have fun with games that can enhance their mathematical, strategical and logical skills. The latest title of a great international best-selling series. A book that easily becomes a series of big game boards for hours of fun! More than 70 pull-out markers at the end for children to play with this book. Complete game sets for hours of fun! Ages: 8 plus

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A cute board book with pages that look like a little chalkboard and illustrations that look as if they were drawn with coloured chalk! This simple, yet adorable board book will become a favourite with the littlest ones, who will be inspired to try copying the charming, colourful, chalklike designs. It's playtime, with plenty of fun toys. All the favourites are here, drawn on the chalkboard: a doll with bows in her hair, a cool robot, a cheerful model train, a kite, a ball, blocks, and bowling pins. And every page features brightly coloured decorations, like rainbows, wrapped presents, balloons, and stars. Ages: 0 to 3

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One of the issues children face from a very young age is bullying. That's why it becomes very important for them to be prepared and this book comes in help! The first "bullies" the children meet are, in fact, the evil villains of fairy tales. But they can always be defeated. 12 super famous villains from fairy tales: find the stories of Cinderella's stepsisters or that of the Ogre from Tom Thumb and most importantly how to overcome their teasing and their threats. A very up-to-date topic: these simple yet symbolic stories will help children to overcome the bullies in everyday life. Ages: 7 plus

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Developed in the late '80s, the eco-tourist approach is characterised by a two-fold concern for the places visited and the well-being of the people who live there. The means of eco-sustainable transport can be diverse: a canoe or kayak, a bicycle, a horse or mule... even our own legs! You may say the same for accommodation facilities: hotels, bed and breakfasts, farmhouses that are keen on recycling, using renewable energy sources and meeting the criteria to be a green-building. Fifty routes to eco-friendly travel around the world: each chapter will provide useful travel directions, schematic maps, information on stages to follow and tips for travelling in an environmentally sustainable way (from equipment to contacts of ecological facilities). Stunning pictures will accompany the reader in discovery of the most beautiful scenarios of the world: from forests and mountains to historic roads, small villages, peaks and deserts.

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To be living as a king or queen sounds amazing, doesn't it? This book shows the real ups and downs of Queens and Kings lives, to show that all that glitter isn't gold! The stories of great Queens and Kings from all over the world are here collected, from the main events to their secrets! Nero, Cleopatra, Henry VIII, Elizabeth II, just to name a few, are the protagonists of this volume, enriched with witty and colourful illustrations. A journey through history following the deeds of these intrepid crowned heads of the world. Ages: 7 plus

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A voyage in discovery of the wonders of the human body, to reveal in front of the eyes of the little readers how our body moves, eats, sees, and hears. A new way of learning while having fun even thanking the scientific yet easy to understand and funny texts. Lifting the flaps the readers could see the structure of the organs, of the bones, of the teeth and of all the other parts of the human body. A new title from our best-selling series of lift the flap books. Scientific, very accurate texts that are, at the same time, also very funny and tailored for children. Ages: 5 plus

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A delicious dessert is the perfect sweet ending to a meal - and no one knows how to create those treats like the Italians. With the help of these recipes, step-by-step photographs, and clear instructions from culinary magazine Alice Cucina, it's easy to create delicacies for every occasion, from breakfast pastries to yummy snacks to birthday and holiday cakes. You'll learn all the basics, including how to prepare puff pastry, shortbread, and brioche, before exploring classics like Wine and Anise Donuts, Blackberry Cheesecake, and Tiramisu with Mascarpone and Espresso; smaller bites such as Cream Puffs (Bigne) with Chocolate Mousseline and Coconut and Almond Cakes with Strawberry Compote; and beautifully plated dishes, including a Coconut and Mango Chiffon Cake, a Pavlova with Rose Cream and Plum, and a Semifreddo Truffle with Cocoa and Hazelnuts. Alice Cucina, on newsstands since 2009, is Italy's leading monthly culinary magazine. In addition to the monthly editions, it publishes a supplement I Colori Della Cucina (the Colors of the Kitchen) and the themed, bimonthly I Quaderni Di Alice (Alice's Notebooks). November 2017 saw the launch of Facile Cucina (Easy Cooking), a new magazine targeting a wider group of home cooks with its easier, quicker approach.

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A new brilliantly illustrated book about a best-selling topic: Dinosaurs! The first part of the book explains the characteristics of the most famous herbivore and carnivore dinosaurs such as the T-Rex, the Velociraptor, the Triceratops and the Stegosaurus. The second part teaches the young readers how to manage their dinosaur pup, how to educate it, feed it and nurse it back to health if it gets sick. The book features short but interesting texts as well as Anna Lang's magnificent illustrations, which bring the oldest inhabitants of the planet back to life with a touch of irresistible irony. A new title of a wonderful series that will entertain children and grown-ups alike thanks to the amazing illustrations and the fun texts. Ages: 6 plus

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Gigantic, scary and fascinating at the same time, dinosaurs dominated the Earth for millions of years. They were incredible animals, often gigantic and strong, and in thisbook you can learn about the most important of them all. Learn about these amazing creatures as you experience what the dinosaur age was like, discovering the behaviours and the characteristics of these large animals of the past thanks to a simple and accessible language. Illustrations on every page bring these creatures to life in all their razor-sharp, long-necked, spiny, scaly glory. Ages: 8 plus

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The first edition of The Wizard of Oz, Lyman Frank Baum's masterpiece, was published in 1900. Since then, generations of young readers have followed little Dorothy and her dog Toto on their intrepid journey through the wonderful world of Oz, into which the girl is thrown by a tornado. Along the way, Dorothy makes some odd friends who help her tackle dangers and adversity: the Scarecrow, the Tin Man and the Cowardly Lion, characters who, along with the Wicked Witch of the West, the winged monkeys and the powerful and mysterious Oz, have become icons of our collective imagination. The incredible success of this work has inspired new stories for children set in the world of Oz, musicals and numerous movie adaptations, of which the 1933 version, starring Judy Garland, stands out. This book, an adaptation of the original text, is enhanced by stunning illustrations by Manuela Adreani, an artist of rare sensitivity capable of recreating the imaginary kingdom of the great and terrible wizard Oz with her drawings, and of conveying the magic of a story that has become a timeless classic. Ages: 5 plus

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Sophie the lovable redheaded fairy is ready to celebrate the birthday of a very special friend—with the help of her magic wand and YOU! Just remove the wand from the cover and wave it over the marked areas on the pages. You’ll hear a delightful array of sound effects, including musicians playing for the most fabulous party EVER! Children will find this fairy story absolutely enchanting. Ages 4 -6

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Would you like to be a princess? Well, if you would, be aware that you need more than wealth and beauty - you also need to learn how to survive evil witches and queens, how to befriend trusty servants who can protect you and help you when in need and find helpful potions and weapons against all kinds of enemies. A manual just like this one, with advice from your fairy godmother, who has worked for years helping all kinds of princesses, is just what you need. If you follow your fairy godmother, you will uncover all the secrets that have made princesses like Cinderella and Snow White famous, and you will also get to know more exotic princesses such as Pocahontas or Jasmine who showed such courage and determination before finding their happy ever after. Ages: 7 plus

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Children will have sweet dreams and a good night with this lovely collection of bedtime stories from around the world. When children ask for a bedtime story, parents can pull out this richly illustrated collection and find the perfect read-aloud - or something for experienced readers to enjoy on their own. More than 60 fairy tales and examples of folklore have been carefully chosen to include a variety of genres, cultures, and countries. They include The Miser Baker, from Scotland; The Golden Child and the Silver Child, from Mali; The Monkey's Tail, from Brazil; How the Light Came, from the Inuit People; The Nightingale and the Wonderful Eagle, from Canada; The Nine-Headed Bird, from China; and The Ungrateful Snake, from Russia. Ages: 5 plus

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Some events more than others have changed the pace and determined the direction that history has taken along its rugged path. Inconsistencies that are not always clearly evident occur much more frequently when the events of humanity speed up. Such was the case in the mid-20th century. In fact, after World War II, several historical events overlapped; new political and military balances, decolonisation, revolutionary technological advances, racial tensions, changes in the geographical economy, cultural and religious conflicts and unrelenting mass migrations. This book is dedicated to precisely those key events in our time; it uses a rich array of iconography to retrace what were to be the points of no return, the developments that would suddenly change the lives of many human beings. This book revisits the greatest events in recent history – from the Korean War that marked the beginning of the Cold War to the various revolutions of 1968, from conquering the moon to the birth of the internet, from the introduction of the Euro to the meeting for denuclearisation between President Trump and the North Korean leader, Kim Jong-un. Reliving the events makes it easier to understand the reasons and the origins of many of the milestones of contemporary history.

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This book is an overview of plans, maps, and occasionally map-views of great cities all over the world. It follows the development of the city plan from its earliest stages in the Renaissance, through the Enlightenment, to the colonial city, the Grand Tour, Asian cities, the Industrial Revolution, gold rush and frontier cities, the administrative city plan, and finally the modern pictorial city map. Each map will be accompanied by a textual description of the map placing it within its historical, political, social, and /or economic context. In addition, we will also include short biographies of the cartographers who produced each map highlighting their contributions to cartography. While the work will cover many of the world's great cities, the book revolves around a loose group of anchor cities with a long mapping heritage, such as New York, London, Paris, Beijing, Tokyo, Rome, and others, that appear repeatedly as the book progresses through different styles and eras of the urban plan. This enables readers to better understand how the city plan has changed over time as well as how these great cities have changed and, at the same time, extrapolate a better understanding of the other city plans offered. While the book follows a loose chronical progression, overlapping urban planning and cultural differences, prevent this book from following a strict chronological order.

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The idea behind the boardbook collection was to attract even the youngest readers (from as young as 3 years old); to encourage them to discover subjects and areas that interest them (nature, animals, shapes, etc.) and to help them classify the things that surround them. The series is comprised of ten little books. Two are instructive, teaching shapes and numbers; five are exploratory and describe settings that are fun to discover (farm animals, wild animals, the backyard and its insects, the vegetable garden) and three are short stories about the experience of birth in nature (the birth of a little bird, of a butterfly and of a flower). Narration becomes the background for the text since touching and picture reading are the primary means of interpretation. A guiding character accompanies the child throughout each developing story until the end, where there is a summary of all the characters introduced in the book. Consistent with the Montessori approach, the child is encouraged to interact independently with his or her book. For example, in some cases, the child is asked to use a finger to trace the outline of a shape and notice its characteristics (round, sharp-edged, jagged, etc.). In others, he or she is asked to use a finger to follow a path in order to discover hidden characters and learn to associate them with their most distinctive features (the lion's tail, the rabbit's ears, the colours of vegetables, etc.). Ages: 3 plus

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Jigsaw puzzles are one of the simplest and most effective ways to learn while having fun! Created for pre-school children, the aim of this new and innovative collection is to unite reading time with playtime and manual creativity. In each volume, the pages of text are alternated with puzzle pages to put back together: in order to see how many sheep there are in the field, or what the bird's house is made of, children will have to piece together Ronnie Gazzola's illustrations on their own, giving them a whole new sense of satisfaction! Depending on the volume, the puzzles are made up of 1 or 6 pieces: in both cases they are very easy to put back together, but at the same time stimulating and exciting (and made in durable cardboard!). In What color are you? and How many animals on the farm?, the two-piece puzzles will teach children to count from one to five and to recognise colours together with some lovely little animals; in Home sweet home! and Where's your mommy, T-rex?, the six-piece puzzles will teach them to link each animal to their home in the first book and all about the most famous dinosaurs in the second. This is a sure method for children to learn with ease and above all having lots of fun! Ages: 3 plus

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See some of the world's most exciting nature destinations through exquisite photography - and find out how you can visit them, too! From the ice caves of Iceland to diving in Mexico's cenotes, this stunning book showcases some of the most glorious destinations and thrilling adventures across the globe. Leafing through the inviting images, real and armchair voyagers can admire and learn about Hawaii's incredible painted forest, Canada's magical Northern Lights, the colours of the Danakil Depression in Ethiopia, the gorillas of Rwanda, and nomadic life in Mongolia. For anyone planning a trip, there's also valuable information and priceless travel advice, as well as in-depth cultural analysis and inspirational quotes.

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Set sail for adventure with this thrillingly illustrated edition of Robert Louis Stevenson's beloved novel of pirates, buried treasure, and danger! Yo ho ho! Come along with Jim Hawkins as he searches for the deserted island where old Captain Flint buried his treasure - and helps fight a band of pirates led by the legendary Long John Silver. Filled with excitement on every page, Treasure Island takes young readers on a high-seas adventure they'll never forget. The journal-like format of this edition will make kids feel as if they're actually reading Jim's diary, while Francesca Rossi's large, colourful illustrations bring the pirate world to life. Ages: 6 and up

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Take an unforgettable journey with Francesca Rossi's evocative, newly illustrated version of Jules Verne's timeless sci-fi novel - cleverly designed to look like a travel journal. Since its publication in 1864, Jules Verne's classic work of speculative fiction, Journey to the Center of the Earth, has sparked the imaginations of generations of readers. Guided by a coded ancient manuscript, Professor Lidenbrock and his nephew Axel embark on a journey to the very depths of our planet, where they discover a fantastic subterranean realm. Children will encounter exciting adventures on every page, from prehistoric beasts to oversized mushrooms and exploding volcanoes. Francesca Rossi's splendid illustrations fully capture the atmosphere of this strange world, and the book is designed to look like a travel journal, with sketches and illustrations alternating with the text. Ages: 6 plus

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Discover the extraordinary spirit known as rum in all its delicious varieties! From the Caribbean and the first American colonies of the seventeenth century came rum, a liquor made from distilling sugar cane or molasses. This celebration of the drink introduces you to its history and production methods, as well as the different styles (Spanish, British, Jamaican, French) existing today. Forty profiles tell the stories of the most famous brands, tracing their characteristics, describing their taste and colour, and using them in an ideal recipe. A final section presents a selection of classic and innovative rum cocktails, with all the directions you need to prepare them.

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The elegant illustrations in this colouring book were produced by The Dream State Studio, a team of gifted illustrators from Taiwan. The drawings are an intriguing combination of intricately drawn patterns that form stunning pictures inside each whole drawing, so that when the pages are looked at closely, individual designs are visible within each sketch. For example the image on the page might be a butterfly, but when looked at carefully, the wings are precisely drawn lion heads, which in turn are made up of even smaller, delicate flower motifs. There is plenty of scope for colourers to get imaginative with this beautifully, original book. As well as providing an antidote to the anxieties of busy life, this title offers artists the chance to look at a kaleidoscopic world and calm themselves as they colour in.

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Let's go on an adventure, using calculations to bring meaning to graphs and charts. This educational activity book explores the visual language of math and teaches the reader to interpret and translate quantities and dimensions in an engaging and motivating way. Each chapter begins with a short story to introduce a new mathematical exercise – cleverly crafted to stimulate irresistible curiosity and foster a love for math in any young reader! Ages: 8 plus

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