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Discover the inspiring stories of iconic figures from Black British History in this informative, boldly illustrated collection of Black icons. Learn the incredible untold stories of the people, places and journeys that shaped Britain, and be inspired to continue learning beyond the page.In this brand new series from The Black Curriculum, discover inspiring stories about key figures from Black British History. Learn about Britain's Black STEM heroes, like Dr Cecil Belfield Clark who changed medicine; incredible musicians from Evelyn Dove to Arlo Parks; sports stars who broke new ground, like Maurice Burton and Lewis Hamilton; and activists like Olive Morris and Claudia Jones who fought for their communities. Learn about the links between different legacies and how people fromthe past paved the way for modern day heroes. This book features a foreword from Lewis Hamilton, bright, bold illustrations, and extra information, including a timeline and glossary of key terms.Explore key stories in Black British History alongside: - Written by Lania Narjee with bold, colourful artwork by Chanté Timothy that illustrates each person's story.- Part of an eye-catching three-part series.- The book sheds light on forgotten stories from the past, as well as celebrating current stars like Stormzy and Marcus Rashford.- Text is accessible for children ages 8+ but the tone will continue to appeal to children up to age 16.- Empowering tone to inspire children to ask questions and continue their learning beyond the page.- Part of a bold, eye-catching three-part series.- Information is presented clearly in an engaging, accessible format.- Text is accessible for children ages 8+ but the tone will continue to appeal to children up to age 16.Divided into four sections: Art, STEM, Sport, and Politics & Social Justice, the book inspires children to pursue their passions. Founded by Lavinya Stennet, the Black Curriculum is an organisation dedicated to promoting the learning of Black British history within schools, via workshops and free teaching resources. Black British history is currently not taught consistently in British schools, despite being recommended by reports such as the Windrush review and the MacPherson Report as a way of tackling racism. This series provides a resource to fill the gap and aims to support the work that the Black Curriculum is doing. The books will act as a resource in the classroom, as well as promoting independent learning. The bold illustrations from Black British illustrators, and age-appropriate text present the information in a fun and accessible way.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop there? The Black Curriculum - Legacies is a three-part series for children aged 8+ who want to learn more about Black British History, alongside teachers seeking to inspire children to learn more about the subject. Explore important sites in Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Places, and discover an inspiring collection of migration stories from Black British History with The Black Curriculum - Migrations.

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Join the journey to natural wellness and treat yourself with this handy book of herbs and homemade remedies.Introducing Neal's Yard Remedies Healing Herbs - a one-stop gardening guide with everything you need to know about herbs, featuring a detailed layout of 100 medicinal herbs and over 70 recipes for effective herbal treatments.A must-have volume for green-fingered gardeners, Neal's Yard Remedies Healing Herbs features tonnes of tips and tricks on planting and propagating a diverse range of herbs with the core focus on improving your health and treating your ailments with a little help from nature! This herbal medicine book offers expert advice you can trust, with an in-depth directory of a plethora of plants and herbs, including hemp, lavender, thyme, aloe vera, and lemongrass. With passion in every page, this handy herbalism book includes:-An illustrated directory of 100 medicinal herbs with instructions on how to use each one-At-a-glance guides to help reader quickly find the right herbs for their health needs-Over 70 recipes featuring medicinal herbs to use in soups, salads, face masks and more. Alongside the directory, the book features more than 70 recipes designed to heal the body from the inside out, all of which can be prepared in the comfort of your own kitchen! Try a fennel and chamomile tea to aid digestion, a cranberry and apricot power bar to boost energy levels, or a beeswax and calendula balm to combat stretch marks. Whatever your ache or ailment, you can discover the treatment potential for each plant, and how you can prepare and use them to best effect.A recent study suggests 38% of British adults use their gardens to grow herbs and vegetables. However, the ever-growing pressure of balancing family life with a career leaves a lot of room for aches and ailments, including stress and anxiety, not to mention a lot of today's green-fingered gardeners simply lack time for growing herbs! We believe it's time to change that!Dive deep into the pages of this handy herb book and discover easy-to-follow guides to exploring g a plethora of plants and herbs that will change your life for the better! The ideal gift for the green-fingered gardener in your life with a niche for natural remedies, or those who prefer complementary therapies over conventional medicines. This easy reference book is well-suited to herbal medicine practitioners and students alike. From researching how medicinal plants work, to making your own herbal remedies and nurturing natural skincare, from aloe vera to avocado, this one-stop herbal handbook has it all and will leave you feeling healthier and more energized than ever before.A newly-updated book with a fresh design and easy-to-use treatment guides to help you find the herbs you need at a glance, Neal's Yard Remedies Healing Herbs is a comprehensive guide to staying healthy the natural way.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not explore other books in the Neal's Yard Remedies collection, craftily curated to suit your natural needs! Revolutionise your beauty regimen with Neal's Yard Remedies Natural Beauty and explore the awe-inspiring aromas within best-selling book Neal's Yard Remedies Essential Oils.

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