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Unequal Planet offers young readers a clear, insightful look at Earth''s ongoing inequality crisis.If everyone on Earth was equal, we would have the same standards of living, opportunities, wealth, health and other factors that make our lives different. But this isn''t the case, the world is not an equal place and many experience great inequality in their lives. Unequal Planet looks at the reasons behind global inequality - from where people are born to their individual income to the impacts of climate change, and suggests some positive, practical solutions to this complex and challenging issue. It also explores what we can all do - at a global and an individual level - to help make the world a more equal and better place.Aimed at readers aged 9 and up.Contents:IT''S NOT FAIR!/WHAT IS MONEY?/WEALTH AND INCOME/RICH AND POOR COUNTRIES/NATURAL RESOURCES/LAND GRAB!/CASE STUDY: HAITI/DEALING WITH DEBT/INVENTIONS AND TECHNOLO

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Growing up isn't always easy - your brain is changing and there's many things to cope with from new emotions to stress. This book explores what is self-esteem and mental health and why it's important and looks at topics such as mental illness, phobias, eating disorders and self-harm. It looks at techniques to deal with issues including stress reduction, mindfulness and assertiveness.Is is part of the series Healthy for Life, which gives factual information on a range of health issues so teens can get the information they need to be healthy. The books feature fun infographic style illustrations.

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A quirky, colourful guide to the horrible, shocking and disgusting aspects of the science of forces and a fantastic way to inspire children in science learning.Learn about all the disgusting and dreadful aspects of gravity. From blackouts caused by g-forces to toilet-troubles in space, this book is full of yucky, painful and fascinating facts.It is part of the Disgusting and Dreadful Science series, which features a look at the weird, revolting and shocking aspects of science for children at KS2. It feature child-friendly text and amazing photographs and diagrams. From plants and life cycles to the human body and animal adaptations, the books offer Wow! fascinating facts, fun examples and true-life stories to provide ways in to understanding solid scientific principles.

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Do you like making things? Are you keen to get creative? If so, this book is packed with inspiring ideas and full instructions for over 20 exciting craft projects, including: - a lightbox to display a cool message- a funky bag made from an old pair of jeans- fun badges or keyrings made with crisp packets you shrink in the oven!- an edible chocolate picture - yum!Many of the projects can be made with recycled materials, and would make ideal gifts for a friend or family member. It's time to get crafty! Get Crafty! is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 9-10 years

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Reveals the real-life stories behind dozens of brilliant ideas, from the invention of the wheel, to the hi-tech gadgets of today. Describes the successes - and failures - of inventions in transport, food, household gadgets, communication, clothing, medicine and more. Humorously illustrated by Adam Larkum, with cartoons and simple diagrams showing how the inventions work. Includes invention timelines, a glossary and internet links to websites with games, biographies and tips on becoming an inventor.

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Meet some amazing nocturnal animals! Owls, hammerhead sharks, foxes and more - they all have different skills that make then great at surviving in the dark. Project X Origins is a ground-breaking guided reading programme for the whole school. Action-packed stories, fascinating non-fiction and comprehensive guided reading support meet the needs of children at every stage of their reading development. Each book contains inside cover notes that highlight challenge words, prompt questions and a range of follow-up activities to support children in their reading.

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Everything changes. From the birth of new stars to the endlessly shifting tides and tiniest life cycle. Some change happens right before your eyes, while other transformations happen so slowly that you won't notice them in your lifetime. And you change too, just like everything else in Nature – growing, learning and changing your thoughts and feelings.All Things Change is a lyrical and beautifully illustrated book looking at the many different processes of change in the natural world, covering geology, ecology, biology and more. It also embraces the philosophical topic of change – how do we approach changes that make us feel sad? How do we cope with changes we can't control? Ideal for children to explore independently or with parents, it holds a special appeal for anyone struggling to find stability in a rapidly changing world.

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Can you identify a tree from its seed? How is a frog different from a toad? And where can you find the Big Dipper?Explore the natural world around you using these new activity cards based on the book Hello Nature by Nina Chakrabarti. Take them with you while walking in the woods, holidaying on the beach, or just poking around your own back yard. With thirty fun activities to try, from stone skimming and pond dipping to making feather quill pens and boats from nutshells, there is fun for all the family.

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Tiny Science - giving MINI-scientists MAXIMUM understanding of the MICROscopic - get to grips with astonishing nanotechnology!A fun and visual series exploring the science of things we cannot see with the naked eye, zooming right in on the itty-bitty creatures, objects and machines that have an enormous impact on us and the world around us. Perfect for children keen to get up-close to the building blocks of our world.Tiny Science: Nanotechnology places nanotech UNDER THE MICROSCOPE to find answers to TECH-riffic questions, such as ... - How has the cicada insect inspired nanotechnology?- How can a window clean itself? - What could possibly go wrong?!Fun cartoon-style illustrations interact with real-life pictures of many amazing microscopic features, making this series ideal for engaging readers aged 8 and up.It's time to explore the infinitesimal!Other Tiny Science books in the series:GermsCellsGenes and DNAMicroscopic CreaturesAtoms and Molecules

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Tiny Science - giving MINI-scientists MAXIMUM understanding of the MICROscopic - get to grips with millions of microscopic creatures!A fun and visual series exploring the science of things we cannot see with the naked eye, zooming right in on the itty-bitty creatures, objects and machines that have an enormous impact on us and the world around us. Perfect for children keen to get up-close to the building blocks of our world.Tiny Science: Microscopic Creatures places teeny life forms UNDER THE MICROSCOPE to find answers to unBEASTable questions, such as ... - What is the absolute tiniest insect?- Is soil alive? - What exactly is an eyelash mite?Fun cartoon-style illustrations interact with real-life pictures of many amazing microscopic features, making this series ideal for engaging readers aged 8 and up.It's time to explore the infinitesimal!Other Tiny Science books in the series:GermsCellsGenes and DNAAtoms and MoleculesNanotechnology

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Tiny Science - giving MINI-scientists MAXIMUM understanding of the MICROscopic!A fun and visual series exploring the science of things we cannot see with the naked eye, zooming right in on the itty-bitty creatures, objects and machines that have an enormous impact on us and the world around us. Perfect for children keen to get up-close to the building blocks of our world.Tiny Science: Cells places remarkable cells UNDER THE MICROSCOPE to find answers to exCELLent questions, such as ... - How many cells are there in an apple? - What is the biggest cell in the world? - How do cells live and multiply?Fun cartoon-style illustrations interact with real-life pictures of many amazing microscopic features, making this series ideal for engaging readers aged 8 and up.It's time to explore the infinitesimal!Other Tiny Science books in the series:GermsGenes and DNAMicroscopic CreaturesAtoms and MoleculesNanotechnology

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Tiny Science - giving MINI-scientists MAXIMUM understanding of the MICROscopic!A fun and visual series exploring the science of things we cannot see with the naked eye, zooming right in on the itty-bitty creatures, objects and machines that have an enormous impact on us and the world around us. Perfect for children keen to get up-close to the building blocks of our world.Tiny Science: Cells places remarkable cells UNDER THE MICROSCOPE to find answers to exCELLent questions, such as ... - How many cells are there in an apple? - What is the biggest cell in the world? - How do cells live and multiply?Fun cartoon-style illustrations interact with real-life pictures of many amazing microscopic features, making this series ideal for engaging readers aged 8 and up.It's time to explore the infinitesimal!Other Tiny Science books in the series:GermsGenes and DNAMicroscopic CreaturesAtoms and MoleculesNanotechnology

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Attractively presented retelling of the story with fabulous illustrations. Clear, engaging text to encourage independent reading with direct speech and speech bubbles. With Internet links via the Usborne Quicklinks Website where readers can find out more about Shakespeare and listen to famous passages from the play. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University. Part of Young Reading Series 2 for readers growing in confidence.

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Tiny Science - giving MINI-scientists MAXIMUM understanding of the MICROscopic - get to grips with astonishing nanotechnology!A fun and visual series exploring the science of things we cannot see with the naked eye, zooming right in on the itty-bitty creatures, objects and machines that have an enormous impact on us and the world around us. Perfect for children keen to get up-close to the building blocks of our world.Tiny Science: Nanotechnology places nanotech UNDER THE MICROSCOPE to find answers to TECH-riffic questions, such as ... - How has the cicada insect inspired nanotechnology?- How can a window clean itself? - What could possibly go wrong?!Fun cartoon-style illustrations interact with real-life pictures of many amazing microscopic features, making this series ideal for engaging readers aged 8 and up.It's time to explore the infinitesimal!Other Tiny Science books in the series:GermsCellsGenes and DNAMicroscopic CreaturesAtoms and Molecules

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Tiny Science - giving MINI-scientists MAXIMUM understanding of the MICROscopic!A fun and visual series exploring the science of things we cannot see with the naked eye, zooming right in on the itty-bitty creatures, objects and machines that have an enormous impact on us and the world around us. Perfect for children keen to get up-close to the building blocks of our world.Tiny Science: Germs places fascinating germs UNDER THE MICROSCOPE to find answers to questions that PLAGUE us all, such as ... - How do germs spread and which can prove deadly? - What's the difference between viruses and bacteria? - How can we fend off these miniature invaders?Fun cartoon-style illustrations interact with real-life pictures of many amazing microscopic features, making this series ideal for engaging readers aged 8 and up.It's time to explore the infinitesimal!Other Tiny Science books in the series:CellsGenes and DNAMicroscopic CreaturesAtoms and MoleculesNanotechnology

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Children will enjoy counting the legs of a variety of animals in this creative and vibrant book. Fabulous photographs and a colourful design bring the natural world to life, while covering key skills such as sorting and counting. Oxford Reading Tree inFact is a compelling non-fiction series that aims to engage children in reading for pleasure as powerfully as fiction does. The series includes 36 titles which are all phonically decodable, with some high-interest topic words to develop vocabulary and impart knowledge. The imaginative approach and variety of intriguing topics mean there are books to interest every child. The books are carefully levelled, making it easy to match every reader to the right book.

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Ever wondered how a lilo stays float? Or how a roundabout works?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about forces in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, alsations with a need for speed, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle's pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.

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Join Professor Pooch, Dopey Doberman and a pack of curious dogs as they uncover the workings of science through comic adventuresEver wondered how your intestines work? Or why some plants thrive in the sun?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about living things in this humorous comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, a pug with a nasty bug, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle's pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.

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Ever wondered where electricity comes from? Or how a piano works?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about energy in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, some greedy labradoodles, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle's pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.

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A fascinating look at how our family history shapes us physically, and at the links between us and our ancestors. From genetics and evolution to our environment and our families, this entertaining book looks at all the factors that shape us into the people we are. It explains how physical characteristics and abilities are passed down through generations, and why some things are inherited and others not. It explores how evolution has shaped us as a species, and at how the world we live in has impacted on and shaped us too.It also looks at intelligence, where it comes from, and how we learn, looking at our personality, how we build relationships with other people, and how and why we form memories.Fun activities at the back of the book help you to find out more about who YOU really are!Supports the science curriculum covering topics of genes, DNA, inheritance and evolution, as well as social and emotional issues such as belonging and identity.

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A vivid retelling of a major historical catastrophe written in an engaging, narrative style with direct speech and speech bubbles. Brings to life the gripping story of the "unsinkable" ship and its doomed maiden voyage. Dramatic illustrations, photos or maps on every page and Internet links to fun websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website. Usborne Young Reading has been developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, Senior Lecturer at Roehampton University. Young Reading Series 3 is for readers who want to tackle longer stories.

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Tiny Science - giving MINI-scientists MAXIMUM understanding of the MICROscopic - get to grips with atoms and molecules!A fun and visual series exploring the science of things we cannot see with the naked eye, zooming right in on the itty-bitty creatures, objects and machines that have an enormous impact on us and the world around us. Perfect for children keen to get up-close to the building blocks of our world.Tiny Science: Atoms and Molecules places these key parts of life UNDER THE MICROSCOPE to find answers to ATOMazing questions, such as ... - Aren't atoms un-splittable?- Why does chocolate melt? - How do lasers and atoms relate?Fun cartoon-style illustrations interact with real-life pictures of many amazing microscopic features, making this series ideal for engaging readers aged 8 and up.It's time to explore the infinitesimal!Other Tiny Science books in the series:GermsCellsGenes and DNAMicroscopic CreaturesNanotechnology

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A comprehensive introduction to physical geography including information on the climate, volcanoes, erosion, the weather, ecosystems and humans. Fabulously illustrated with photographs, maps, diagrams and illustrations that will capture the imagination of young readers. Includes an extensive glossary, fact finder and world records. With internet links to recommended websites with maps, quizzes, games and homework information. The material in this book is also available as part of the Usborne Geography Encyclopedia.

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Ever wondered how a telephone works? or what it sounds like in outer space?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about sound in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, a labrador with golden hearing, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle's pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.

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Ever wondered how a lilo stays float? Or how a roundabout works?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about forces in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, Alsations with a need for speed, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle's pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.

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Tiny Science - giving MINI-scientists MAXIMUM understanding of the MICROscopic - get to grips with atoms and molecules!A fun and visual series exploring the science of things we cannot see with the naked eye, zooming right in on the itty-bitty creatures, objects and machines that have an enormous impact on us and the world around us. Perfect for children keen to get up-close to the building blocks of our world.Tiny Science: Atoms and Molecules places these key parts of life UNDER THE MICROSCOPE to find answers to ATOMazing questions, such as ... - Aren't atoms un-splittable?- Why does chocolate melt? - How do lasers and atoms relate?Fun cartoon-style illustrations interact with real-life pictures of many amazing microscopic features, making this series ideal for engaging readers aged 8 and up.It's time to explore the infinitesimal!Other Tiny Science books in the series:GermsCellsGenes and DNAMicroscopic CreaturesNanotechnology

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Reunite characters and props from your favourite fairy tales in this fun new memory game. Simply match three objects to create a story: Cinderella + pumpkin carriage + glass slipper. Can you remember who's afraid of being eaten by the wolf? And which tale the three bears belong to? Young children will enjoy piecing the stories together and expert storytellers can play as a challenging memory game where you must remember the location of all three pieces.The delightful box contains 15 fairy tales illustrated by Yeji Yun and retold by Anna Claybourne.FAMILY FUN: A fun, simple game for families that will appeal to children aged 4-7 yearsBEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED: Find all 15 fairy-tales held within the charmingly illustrated box measuring 235 x 125 x 34mm - perfect for taking anywhere on the go!FUN & COLOURFUL: Each fairy-tale has been wonderfully illustrated by internationally recognised artist Yeji Yun. Each fairy-tale has been broken in to 3 recognisable drawings.HIGHEST QUALITY: Includes a full colour booklet with summarised stories of the characters.GIFTS: The perfect gift for children who love their fairy tale stories. Match up three items from your favourite fairy tales: snow white + apple + dwarves, for instance. Expert storytellers can play as a memory game with the cards face downYeji Yun is an illustrator based in Seoul, South Korea. Since graduating from Kingston University, UK, she has worked with international clients including Nike and Apple. Anna Claybourne is a children's author whose most recent titles include Match a Mummy and The Mermaid Atlas (both Laurence King 2020).Other Match It games available from Laurence King Publishing include: You Callin' Me a Cheetah?, Who Did This Poo?, Twins Memory Game, Pick a Flower, Match These Bones, Match a Mummy, Match a Leaf, Dogs & Puppies, Cats & Kittens, Do You Look Like Your Dog?, Do You Look Like Your Cat?

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Tiny Science - giving MINI-scientists MAXIMUM understanding of the MICROscopic - get to grips with our amazing genes!A fun and visual series exploring the science of things we cannot see with the naked eye, zooming right in on the itty-bitty creatures, objects and machines that have an enormous impact on us and the world around us. Perfect for children keen to get up-close to the building blocks of our world.Tiny Science: Genes and DNA places our genes UNDER THE MICROSCOPE to find answers to GENE-ius questions, such as ... - Is DNA really written in code?- How does cloning work?- Am I honestly related to broccoli?Fun cartoon-style illustrations interact with real-life pictures of many amazing microscopic features, making this series ideal for engaging readers aged 8 and up.It's time to explore the infinitesimal!Other Tiny Science books in the series:GermsCellsMicroscopic CreaturesAtoms and MoleculesNanotechnology

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A funny, body-positive look at puberty for girls Girls today are learning about and going through puberty at a younger age than ever before. Don't Panic, It's Puberty! offers a positive, reassuring look at the main changes that they will go through during puberty both physically and emotionally - from hair sprouting in unexpected places to spots, growth spurts, tiredness and mood swings. The funny, cartoon-style illustrations keep the tone light but are anatomically accurate and show a range of real body types, encouraging inclusivity and self-acceptance. Perfect reading for children aged 8+.The text and illustrations have been reviewed by a qualified medical doctor.Contents:Don't panic!All about your body - on the outsideAll about your body - on the insideHello hormones!I'm growingI'm growing BOOBS!Periods - WHY?Periods - sorted!The skin you're inWhat's that hair doing there?Eating and exerciseZzzzzzzzzz.....Puberty for your brainIn a mood!Feeling OK - or not OK?Strange new feelingsFriends and fitting inSay no to sexism!When does it end?Puberty timelineFrequently asked questionsGlossary/further readingIndex

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Here's a book about Tokyo that's seriously streetwise. Lonely Planet Kids' City Trails: Tokyo features colourful themed trails, from history and culture to food and nature, that reveal amazing facts and intriguing tales that kids won't find on the tourist routes or inside the average guidebook. We'll show them where to bathe in chocolate, climb Japan's tallest tower, meet a giant robot, and lots more! Join Lonely Planet explorers Marco and Amelia as they hunt for more secrets, stories and surprises in another of the world's great cities. Themed trails include: Fishy City Active Earth Up in the Air Bonkers Buildings Cuuuute! Tokyo Tech Tokyo on a Plate Tokyo Style Spooky Stories Cartoon Capers Amazing Art 24-hour Tokyo Busy and Noisy! On with the Show! Tokyo Transport Blast from the Past Sports and Games Emperors and Empresses Plants and Animals Also available: City Trails - London, Paris, New York City, Rome, Sydney, Washington DC About Lonely Planet Kids: Come explore! Let's start an adventure. Lonely Planet Kids excites and educates children about the amazing world around them. Combining astonishing facts, quirky humour and eye-catching imagery, we ignite their curiosity and encourage them to discover more about our planet. Every book draws on our huge team of global experts to help share our continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place - inspiring children at home and in school.

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Build your child’s reading confidence at home with books at the right level Mary Anning was one of the greatest fossil hunters in history. Find out how Mary’s life changed when she found an enormous fossil on her local beach, and how her discoveries transformed the way we think about life on Earth. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view. Text type – An information book. The book is organised into short chapters to help children practise the skills of locating and identifying important information. The glossary and index can be used to develop children's information retrieval skills further. Curriculum links – History; Geography

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A fascinating look at how our family history shapes us, and the links between us and our ancestors. From genetics and evolution to our environment and our families, this entertaining book looks at all the factors that make us into the people we are. It explains how physical characteristics and abilities are passed down through generations, and why some things are inherited and others not. It explores how evolution has shaped us as a species, and at how the world we live in has impacted us too.It also looks at intelligence, where it comes from and how we learn, our personality and how we build relationships with other people, and how and why we form memories.Fun activities at the back of the book help you to find out more about who YOU really are!Suitable for children aged 8+, this book supports the science curriculum covering topics of genes, DNA, inheritance and evolution, as well as social and emotional issues such as belonging and identity.

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Tiny Science - giving MINI-scientists MAXIMUM understanding of the MICROscopic - get to grips with millions of microscopic creatures!A fun and visual series exploring the science of things we cannot see with the naked eye, zooming right in on the itty-bitty creatures, objects and machines that have an enormous impact on us and the world around us. Perfect for children keen to get up-close to the building blocks of our world.Tiny Science: Microscopic Creatures places teeny life forms UNDER THE MICROSCOPE to find answers to unBEASTable questions, such as ... - What is the absolute tiniest insect?- Is soil alive? - What exactly is an eyelash mite?Fun cartoon-style illustrations interact with real-life pictures of many amazing microscopic features, making this series ideal for engaging readers aged 8 and up.It's time to explore the infinitesimal!Other Tiny Science books in the series:GermsCellsGenes and DNAAtoms and MoleculesNanotechnology

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Christmas customs, festive food, present-giving, songs and traditional stories from around the world with easy-reading text for children who have just started reading alone. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

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Travel back in time to Ancient Egypt with this new children's matching game, developed in partnership with the British Museum. Locate and match up the pairs to learn more about how the Egyptians lived. Why did they shave their heads but wear wigs, use dark eye make-up and worship dung beetles? How did they invent toothpaste and which internal organs did they keep before mummification? Includes 20 matching pairs on 40 cards, and a booklet with explanatory text. This game will appeal to children from age 7 and up.

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"Explore the incredible ways evolution works, from the beginnings of life 3.5 billion years ago to the walking, talking super-apes better known as human beings. Amazing Evolution is filled with fascinating facts!" - The Week Junior Evolution can be a difficult idea to wrap our brains around: it deals with random, unlikely events, combined with vast lengths of time too enormous to comprehend. But the evidence is all around us – in the fossils of long-dead creatures, and in our genes and the relationships between all living beings.Amazing Evolution shines a light on this incredible process, from the beginnings of life around 3.8 billion years ago, to the millions of different species alive today, including the moon-walking, talking apes with super-powerful brains – human beings!Filled with clear explanations, beautiful illustrations and fascinating facts about the planet’s strangest and most spectacular creatures, Amazing Evolution will keep children (and adults, too!) enthralled for hours.Delve into the pages and learn what makes a fish a fish, why giraffes have such long necks and how all living things, from cabbages to tigers, are related! Amazing Evolution is the perfect first book about evolution for young readers.

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Everything changes. From the birth of new stars to the endlessly shifting tides and tiniest life cycle. Some change happens right before your eyes, while other transformations happen so slowly that you won't notice them in your lifetime. And you change too, just like everything else in Nature – growing, learning and changing your thoughts and feelings.All Things Change is a lyrical and beautifully illustrated book looking at the many different processes of change in the natural world, covering geology, ecology, biology and more. It also embraces the philosophical topic of change – how do we approach changes that make us feel sad? How do we cope with changes we can't control? Ideal for children to explore independently or with parents, it holds a special appeal for anyone struggling to find stability in a rapidly changing world.

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Meet 20 remarkable species facing the challenge of survival.From the rainforest to the savannah to the depths of the ocean, animal life in every continent and habitat has been affected by human activity. Louise McNaught's powerful animal portraits bring to life 20 stunning creatures and their fight for survival. Discover the dangers they face, the action being taken to protect them and their vital importance on Earth. Be inspired to join the movement to conserve species and find out how you can make a difference. "We all have a fantastic opportunity to do more for wildlife right now. We must not leave it too late: extinction is forever." - Charlie Mayhew MBE, Chief Executive of Tusk

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Ever wondered how a telephone works? or what it sounds like in outer space?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about sound in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, a labrador with golden hearing, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle's pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.

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A beautifully illustrated guide to the fairy folk of the world, with magical stories, maps revealing their locations and amazing tales of close encounters.Do you think of fairies as small, winged creatures? Well, they can be, but did you know that they can also be tinier than ants or as large as humans? Many do fly, but others, such as the goblin and the gnome, walk on the ground as we do. Magical, mysterious and sometimes mischievous, fairy folk can be found all around the globe.Beautifully illustrated maps pinpoint the locations of fairies on every continent, whilst special feature spreads take a closer look at fairy lore, fairy magic and rare sightings. From Cornish pixies and the timid forest fairies of Germany to the 'Good Folk' fairies of Newfoundland, find out all there is to know about fairies!

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In 1912, the largest passenger ship ever built set sail for America, but she never got there. Find out what happened to the Titanic and her passengers. Orange/Band 6 books offer varied text and characters, with action sustained over several pages. Text type: An information book. Pages 22 and 23 show a map of the route the Titanic took, allowing children to retrace the events of the sinking. Curriculum links: History: How do we know about… This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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