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In science fiction, deflector shields protect ships, bases and even planets from enemy attack. How could a protective space that absorbs energy from weapons be created? Scientists have some ideas, which include using lasers. Discover the science and technology behind what it would take to make a real-life deflector shield!

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Bundle up and follow the frosty world of freeskiing. Learn about freeskiing, equipment needed and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other snow sports, and see how athletes practise their skills and experience thrills in nature.

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Check out the super fast sport of freeriding! Learn about freeriding, how it started, equipment needed and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other motocross sports, and find out how athletes practise their skills and experience thrills in nature.

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Explore the breathtaking sport of base jumping! Learn about base jumping, how it started, equipment needed and safety measures taken for this extreme sport. Discover other aerial sports, and find out how athletes practise their skills and experience thrills in nature.

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Blue whales are the largest animals to have ever lived on Earth! But they are often hidden from human eyes deep beneath the ocean waves. Find out their secrets and get all the facts about these majestic water mammals.

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What time of year do leaves change colour? Why can't flowers grow in the snow? Track all four seasons and discover the importance of weather patterns to plant and animal life.

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Zebras travel across the Kalahari Desert each spring in search of food. Whales swim to warmer water every winter. Take a journey to discover the wonders of migrating animals, including why they migrate and how far they travel.

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The sun shines bright during the day but why can't you see it at night? Follow the patterns of the Sun and the Earth to learn what causes day and night.

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Braving the dusty trails of the Wild West, cowgirl Dorothy and her horse Toto are riding to see the wonderful Wiz Kid of Oz! The legendary entertainer is auditioning new acts for his Emerald Circus, and Dorothy and her friends, Tinny, Crow and Leo, hope they can impress him with their talents. But when Dorothy's lucky silver spurs are stolen by a wicked rival, will Dorothy be able to believe in her own grit and still give her best performance? With Far Out Classic Stories, experience The Wonderful Wizard of Oz like never before in this twisted graphic novel retelling for kids.

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All children grow up, but Peter Pan wanted to be old right away. So he ran off to a magically spooky place to become . . . a mummy! One night in the normal world, Peter overhears Wendy Darling telling her brothers a super scary story, and soon they're all flying off to Mummy Land. But Peter's home is filled with other frightening ghouls, including a skeleton pirate crew who want to put Peter in a tomb once and for all! With Far Out Classic Stories, experience the tale of Peter Pan like never before in this twisted graphic novel retelling for kids.

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Every four years, the world celebrates one of the most exciting contributions of the Ancient Greeks: the Olympic Games. That, of course, is not all this great civilization left behind. From theatre to democracy, discover how the Greeks' ancient inventions and philosophies evolved into objects and ideas we know and treasure today.

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The Ancient Egyptians are famous for their pyramids and mummies, but how have these ancient times impacted your life today? From hieroglyphs evolving into emojis and kohl around the eyes evolving into eye liner and mascara, the inventions and discoveries of Ancient Egypt offer us endless reasons to appreciate history.

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See some of the world's most messed-up medical mishaps at a microscopic level. Find out how each procedure, tool or operation failed, the basic science that was missed and what doctors learned from their mistakes.

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Everyone in Yasmin's gym class is excited to play football . . . except for Yasmin. She's seen the pros play and it looks scary! When Yasmin is chosen as goalie, will she step up or back out? Courage, Yasmin!

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You've just been sent many thousands of years back in time. The climate is cold and the landscape is strange. The people you encounter look quite different than modern-day humans. But what worries you most are the fierce sabre-toothed cats and the giant woolly mammoths that roam the land. Do you think you have what it takes to survive the last ice age? Turn the pages to find out - only you can choose your fate in this interactive story!

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As Zak Nine and his friend Erro make their way around a strange lake, they discover an ancient golden building. The boys decide to go inside to take a closer look, but unwittingly stumble into the legendary Octagon: an underground chamber with eight mysterious doors. One door will lead the boys to freedom, but the rest lead to sinister traps and certain death! Will Zak and Erro outwit the deadly room and escape before it's too late?

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Zak Nine and his Quom friend, Erro, are desperate to get off planet Alcatraz. The boys believe they've finally found a way to freedom when they join up with another prisoner. Together with their new partner, the boys board a small spacecraft and fly off the planet, past the metal moon, and head into space. But when the stars begin to look strange, Zak and Erro realize that something is very wrong. What will happen when the boys learn Planet Alcatraz's biggest secret? Will they ever be able to return home?

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Zak Nine has been captured and placed in Planet Alcatraz's "Monster Zoo". But this isn't any ordinary zoo. This zoo holds dozens of alien "monsters" who are forced to fight for the entertainment of the prison planet's owners. Zak's friend, Erro, is determined to break into the zoo to rescue the human boy. Erro will need to rely on his Quom survival skills to succeed. Will he be able to find Zak, avoid the zoo's Overseers and find a way out?

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Mr Kazarian has a problem ... his evil cousin, Kronkhold, is threatening to consume the galaxy with his new device, a black-hole generator. Mr K's four favourite students are in the library researching Albert Einstein when they see Mr K heading out on his mission to stop Kronkhold. What better way to learn about black holes and Einstein's theories than to ride along? Oh, and hopefully help save their home in the Milky Way. Bravely facing Kronkhold and his space-pirate flunkies, Mr K and the students get a little too up-close and personal with a black hole and must outwit the evil scientist to save the galaxy and themselves!

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Andy is having a Halloween party for the Pet Club. All of his friends and their pets are going to dress up. However, Andy doesn't have a costume for his pet fish, Nibbles. What kind of costume will work for a fish?

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Pea pods, cucumbers and strawberries provide plenty of opportunities for counting in the garden! Follow Dad, Grandma and other family members as they pick and count. Hidden numbers on every page give readers an opportunity to search and learn.

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Baxter Reilly has always felt at home in the water. And the school swimming team has been his place of refuge, especially over the past few months. Baxter's parents have separated, and his father is now living in a rundown flat. Instead of dealing with his home life, Baxter has devoted himself to the swimming team and their 4x400 freestyle. But how can he support a team when his life is so adrift?

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Swan dive into one of the world's most popular sports! These informative guides give readers all the information they need to know about gymnastics using easy-to-read explanations: the history of gymnastics, basic rules and moves, and how they can get into gymnastics. This book features colourful photos and fun facts, and aspiring young gymnasts can take what they learn from it and head straight for the mats!

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Irena Sendler was a social worker who wanted to help people. World War II left many people in society vulnerable. Irena helped them to get medical care and the necessities to live. Then she took the greatest risk. Learn more about this courageous woman who smuggled Jewish children to safety.

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Stephen Hawking was one of the greatest minds of our time. His theories about the universe have changed the way we think about black holes and the Big Bang. Learn more about the brave physicist who discovered so much while coping with disability.

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Over the last 400 years, telescope technology has come a long way. From dying stars to burping black holes, take a look at the most exciting discoveries in deep space.

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In the vastness of space, countless planets exist. Scientists are actively studying as many of them as they can. How many planets could support life as Earth does? And what other wonderful worlds will our technology find?

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Grammy-award-winning rap artist Kendrick Lamar uses his lyrics to speak on social issues. Learn more about how he uses his musical talents to spread awareness.

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What is matter, and why is it all around us? Learn all about the concept of matter and how it plays a part in your everyday life. Find out the states of matter and how matter can change.

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Scientist Marie Curie discovered radioactivity. What were the steps Curie took which led her to this world-changing discovery?

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Seals sit on chunks of floating ice. They're ready to dive into the freezing Arctic water at any moment. Learn more about what predators they watch out for, how they protect their young and what they do in a typical day. Read about how seals find food, stay warm and more.

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The important science topic of plant growth is featured in this beautiful, easily accessible book on stems. Clear photographs and simple, engaging text describe stems and how they help plants live and grow.

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A young girl and her best friend discover a monster. Luckily, it's the cutest monster ever! Unluckily, it's still a monster. With short chapters, easy-to-read text and enhanced back matter, Boo! Books deliver just-right frights (without the sleepless nights) for the earliest readers.

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It's time for fun at the theme park! But did you know science is at work behind the scenes? Feeling the thrill as the rollercoaster plunges down the big hill? That's gravitational force at work. Sticking to the graviton ride's walls like glue? That's the result of centripetal force. Find out more about the forces behind the fun.

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Welcome to Germany! Walk through the Black Forest. Listen to classical musical. Enjoy a wurst. Find out about this country's people, traditions and animals.

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It takes time to ride a bike or tie your shoes. Do not give up. You can do it!

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Is it hot or cold outside? Is it sunny or windy? Let's look at the weather to find out.

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Learn about the ways police officers, firefighters and paramedics help keep people safe.

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Lea and Dad have a tree full of apples. Who will they surprise with an apple pie?

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Penny and Grandpa are at the fair with Paddy. Paddy sees a police dog and off he goes!

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Camping can be lots of fun! People camp near rivers, lakes and in the woods. Read to find out all the things you can do when you go camping.

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A girl and her family go to the zoo. They see lots and lots of animals. Do you like the zoo, too?

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Dan and his family are going away. But who will look after his pet turtle? And will his pet turtle be safe?

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Beaver's friends are determined to make his birthday extra special this year! Tortoise, Bird, Rabbit and Squirrel insist on baking his birthday cake, but Beaver isn't so sure. He is the ultimate perfectionist and would rather do it himself, following the recipe exactly. Will Beaver's nitpicky ways ruin his birthday and his friendships? The Perfect Birthday Recipe is the fourth and final story in Katy Hudson's bestselling collection of seasonal picture books, including Too Many Carrots, A Loud Winter's Nap and The Golden Acorn.

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What happens when something goes into a black hole? This book explores some of the major ideas in cosmology, bringing quarks, preons, hypothetical subparticles, pulsars, galaxies, the Big Bang theory, dark energy and gravitational waves to life with accessible language and vivid full-colour artwork. The text includes fascinating fact boxes that add extra interest. Whether it's about Stephen Hawking or the James Webb telescope, even the most reluctant readers are sure to enjoy this book.

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Uncover some of the most chilling practices of the Vikings. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the Vikings!

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Uncover some of the most chilling practices in ancient Egypt. This book explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love! Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the ancient Egyptians!

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Harry Kane rose to stardom as a professional Premier League football player. Read about the teams he has played for and his key role in playing for England in the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

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