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Bite-sized practice to help your child succeed at the 11+ and common entrance exam. Bond 10 Minute Tests for 9-10 years cover the core 11+ question types your child will experience in their actual exams, in the four key 11+ subjects of English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-verbal Reasoning. Each book in this pack includes: targeted skills tests and mixed tests for each subject fun puzzles to reinforce skills a next steps planner visual progress charts for measuring success a pull-out answer section in the centre of each book full answer support to empower parents and children with a greater understanding of the questions.

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These are unique stories of timeless wisdom and understanding from the Zen Masters. With rich and fascinating tales of swords, tigers, tea, flowers and dogs, the writings of the Masters challenge every perception - and seek to bring all readers closer to enlightenment.Throughout history, some books have changed the world. They have transformed the way we see ourselves - and each other. They have inspired debate, dissent, war and revolution. They have enlightened, outraged, provoked and comforted. They have enriched lives - and destroyed them. Now Penguin brings you the works of the great thinkers, pioneers, radicals and visionaries whose ideas shook civilization and helped make us who we are.

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A pocket-sized book packed full of fun word puzzles and games. Puzzles include finding the missing letter, figuring out a hidden code and matching words together to reinforce vocabulary and test spelling skills. Full of colourful illustrations and space to draw, colour and complete the puzzles, this book is perfect for long journeys and other quiet times. Includes answers at the back of the book so children can practise alone or with a friend.

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A beautifully illustrated collection of over twenty stories of excitement, magic and humour. Includes well-known classics such as ‘The Little Mermaid’, ‘Treasure Island’ and ‘The Princess and the Pea’ along with some original tales such as ‘The Bed Monster’s Secret’ and ‘The Pesky Parrot’. With a ribbon marker, this beautiful hardback book makes a gorgeous gift.

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These ten wonderful stories whisk you to magical worlds where gingerbread men come to life, dragons lurk in caves, and giants live at the top of beanstalks. Each adventure is delightfully illustrated and the perfect length for snuggling up and enjoying at bedtime.

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Adventure Ahoy! Young shipmates can solve the captain's code, make up their own pirate name and colour in a treasure ship under attack. All answers and solutions are at the back of the book.

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Combining the painting and poetry of Mexican artist Roberto Rebora (born 1963), Matter & Discourse of Faith features the painter's portraits--both monochromatic and colorful--and murals.

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From flying saucers and supersonic spaceships, to alien encounters and famous fakes, this classic title traces UFOs throughout history, and is the perfect companion for any space enthusiast. First published in 1977, this is the second book from Usborne's beloved World of the Unknown series to be brought back by popular demand. With a brand new foreword by impressionist, actor and comedian Jon Culshaw, otherwise the book remains unchanged from the original.For centuries people have been seeing strange lights and shapes in the sky, and weird creatures walking the Earth, but in recent years there seem to have been more of these 'objects' than ever. Researchers have tried to find out more about them, but while many have been explained, there still remain a few which defy identification.World of the Unknown UFOs investigates UFO case stories. It tells you what is known of the flying saucer mystery and suggests some possible solutions to it. Where do UFOs come from? Are they spaceships guided by creatures from other worlds? Are they figments of people's imaginations?You can find answers to some of these questions in this book and learn how to make your own UFO model, how to fake a UFO photograph, and even how to go hunting for real UFOs.

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It is the unlikely heroes in stories that are sometimes the most inspiring of all. Stories about someone small, and seemingly unimportant or overlooked, who ends up being the one to stand tall. This collection of seven fairy tales, once much loved, now forgotten, breathes new life into old tales: a farm girl outwits an ogre, an old man wins fame for his kindness, while a girl discovers that what makes her different is also what makes her so special. This magical collection will bring inspiration to a new generation of readers and act as a reminder that anyone, no matter how small, can make a difference.

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A collection of eight plays along with accompanying critical essays. Includes: The Oresteia ä Aeschylus; Prometheus Bound ä Aeschylus; Oedipus the King ä Sophocles; Antigone ä Sophocles; Medea ä Euripides; The Bakkhai ä Euripides; Oedipus ä Seneca; Medea ä Seneca.

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“Sustainable design integrates consideration of resource and energy efficiency, healthy buildings and materials, ecologically and socially sensitive land-use, and an aesthetic sensitivity that inspires, affirms, and ennobles...” The construction process affects the environment and surrounding ecosystem. Once buildings are constructed, the occupants and administrators face a series of challenges in their attempt to maintain a healthy, efficient, and productive environment. In order to face these challenges, innovative and varied building strategies have been developed to contribute to the achievement of environmentally friendly homes that are alive and “breathe.”

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This facsimile reprint collection of important primary-source materials will be welcomed by historians of medicine, particularly those interested in nursing and nursing education from the nineteenth century to the beginning of the twentieth. Including many diagrams and photographs, they are also a valuable resource, not only for those working on nursing history, but also for scholars and advanced students of the history of hospitals, public health and, more generally, the role of women in America.

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Bursting with beautiful illustrations to colour, Harry Potter: Gryffindor House Pride: The Official Colouring Book is a must-have colouring book for members of this house and fans of the magical film series. Grab your coloured pencils — it's time for colouring wizardry! Show your house pride with intricate, all-new artwork of characters, iconic objects, and magical places from the Harry Potter films, all themed to house Gryffindor. Featuring important house moments from the Sorting Ceremony, Quidditch matches, Yule Ball, feasts, and so much more, this colouring book is jam-packed with special designs and scenes every brave Gryffindor will love.

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This stunning keepsake comprises more than 30 love poems by world-renowned poets. Poems of Love will be counterbalanced by Poems of Hate—a collection of poems on wrath, jealousy, revenge, and hatred—which is publishing simultaneously.

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This is poetry for our times. The Forward Book of Poetry is the indispensable annual guide to contemporary poetry. In bringing together the best new work published in the UK and Ireland, as chosen by the jury of the annual Forward Prizes, this anthology offers a vital overview of the literary landscape to seasoned poetry lovers and new readers alike.

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Poems of the Decade 2011-2020 celebrates the thirtieth anniversary of the Forward Prizes for Poetry. Gathering one hundred poems by writers and performers who have drawn new audiences to the artform, it highlights poetry as a space for fresh powerful language, feeling and thought. It includes poems by Raymond Antrobus, Simon Armitage, Fiona Benson, Liz Berry, Caroline Bird, Vahni Capildeo, Alice Oswald and Claudia Rankine.

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