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Featuring a truly diverse range of people from all over the world and all walks of life - including Donald Bradman and Vincent Lingiari. This stunning book is a wonderful and inspiring introduction to biography for children. Follow two children through the pages of this magical book and use the text prompts to make up a different story every time to go with the pictures.

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This illustrated guide to the Mesozoic Era takes a look at the most exciting dinosaurs and reveals how the globe changed as plates separated and life evolved. Meet Marie, the Nobel Prize winning scientist, in this board book version of the best-selling title in the Little People, Big Dreams series!

Meet Amelia, the fearless female flier, in this board book version of the best-selling title in the Little People, Big Dreams series! Meet Maya, the worlds most beloved writer and speaker, in this board book version of the best-selling title in the Little People, Big Dreams series! This book works like a map - readers need to negotiate an exciting path from beginning to end, helped by a practical understanding of co-ordinates and math concepts. This brilliant book provides a fun first look at co-ordinates and how to navigate your way around a map.

Math activities are combined with an exciting mission and colourful fantasy settings, making for an entertaining and educational underwater adventure.

This brilliant mapping book provides a fun first look at co-ordinates and how to navigate your way around a map. Maths activities are combined with an exciting mission and colourful fantasy settings, making for an entertaining and educational space adventure. Featuring beautifully illustrated scenes of places from around the world, this book is a fun way to learn about geography and culture. This book works like a map — readers follow the path from beginning to end, solving puzzles using early maths concepts as they progress and learning about co-ordinates along the way.

Make fun animals and objects from nature's finest materials! Collect twigs, pine cones, feathers, leaves, shells and pebbles from your garden, park or holiday and create animals and objects with them. The greatest hits… The most spectacular shows… The top 40 pop and rock musicians of all time are here! See space as youve never seen it before! Join one little astronaut and her space dog as they voyage through the solar system.

This book picks up where classroom exercises leave off, giving kids ideas and projects for practicing their cursive writing and then guiding them into cursive creativity. Featuring beautifully illustrated scenes of animals, this book is a fun way to learn about wildlife and the natural world. The fourth book in the Great Library series from the Number 1 international bestselling author of the Morganville Vampires series. A fun and colourful rhyming tale from one of the UKs most beloved author-illustrators, Nick Sharratt. A thought-provoking and touching story of the bond between child and nature, from renowned storyteller and award-winning author Gill Lewis.

A pleasingly absurd caper where kids outwit crooks, ghost are let out of the bag and grandparents refuse to behave from beloved author Malorie Blackman. But is Mr Fox really as scary as all the other animals think? Naomi Howarth teaches that wit and wisdom are more important than size and physical strength, and friendship is what matters most.

Marine Animals of the World explores marine animals with readers. See the adorable sea lion, the majestic killer whale, and others, and learn each animals size, habitat, diet, and more. From long, winding walls and reefs full of fish to lost ancient cities, the amazing wonders of our world are revealed. Explore an amazing world that existed millions of years ago, when extraordinary animals, such as the fierce Tynrannosaurus Rex and the speedy Compsognathus, roamed the land. The second instalment in the hilarious sword-swining adventures of Little hero Norman from the riotous, award-winning duo of Philip Ardagh and Tom Morgan-Jones.

Where can I go? What gear should I take? What is there to do out here? Ranger Rick Kids' Guide to Camping has the answers for you! Calling all kids that love to fish! Ranger Rick Kids' Guide to Fishing will teach you what you need to know to catch the biggest fish you've ever seen, and learn loads of facts about them, too. Identical twins Sonja and Charlotte are musical prodigies with extraordinary powers. Curious and magical things begin to happen when they play their instruments, which attracts some unwanted attention First paperback edition of this love-filled story about trust and friendship from the winner of the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize.

A classic story about a magical miniature family's adventures in wartime Japan. Explore the importance of robots and how they influence our lives. Investigate how robots follow instructions and complete tasks. Create a mini robot and discover the mechanics behind these amazing machines. A little boy is told to play outside by his mum, and bumps into an imaginary friend with whom he goes for a bike ride. A marvellous book with a can do attitude. Two great-grandchildren ask their grandmother 15 questions about the man they remember as Grandad, and the world remembers as Nelson Mandela.

Asim, Laila and Tom like nothing more than spooking each other out with tales of the unexpected. This time they're back with three more stories to chill you to the bone. Super-smart inventor Mariella doesn't have time for sleep in this funny and life-affirming gem from award-winning beloved author Eoin Colfer, featuring full colour illustrations from rising star Katy Halford.

In this hands-on workbook, including s of easy and cute illustrations to master with a pen or pencil readers will learn how to playfully draw and doodle with practice drills and basic instructions. Max the mouse is left in charge of the lighthouse. Will he be able to switch the light on without the lighthouse keepers help? All the penguins were perfect, apart from Percy. Percy Penguin is all about a group of penguins who think Percy is a nuisance. When a spaceship arrives in Petes garden, he goes on an adventure, but will he be back in time for supper? The toys have found a spaceship!

Now they only need to figure out who will be the lucky one to go to space. Meet Coco, the world-famous fashion designer, in this board book version of the best-selling Little People, Big Dreams series! Meet Frida, the world-famous painter, in this board book version of the best-selling title in the Little People, Big Dreams series! A strange tattoo triggers a surprising turn of events in this tense contemporary drama from master teen writer, Bernard Ashley.

A charming and witty tale of bullies, pumpkins and unlikely friendships from award-winning author Gillian Cross. Learn about the formation of the Earth, how the weather works, and what causes volcanoes and earthquakes with this comprehensive book, created in collaboration with a team of experts. Uncover a magical world with your stylus as you etch your own folk-art in these innovative activity books. Discover a mystical jungle with your stylus as you etch your own folk-art in these innovative activity books with scratchable ink.

From a simple introduction to our home in Space, Planet Earth, the authors explain what we need for life on Earth, and show the importance of the rainforests and the oceans. Exceptional picture book with an uplifting story and wonderful illustrations that is guaranteed to bring joy into everyone's life.

A wonderful new board book with gently rhyming text and a fantastic surprise on each page, as each spread opens out to reveal a larger scene beneath. A wonderful new board book series with gently rhyming text and a fantastic surprise on each page. Learn fun facts about famous explorers from all around the world, including the Zheng He, Captain Cook, Sacagawea, Neil Armstrong and many more!

A bold and bright introduction to the concept of colors, this book features flaps for kids to lift to discover all the colors in the rainbow! Lift the flaps to discover the numbers underneath! A hilariously illustrated, quirky, and fun guide to all things astronomy, from the planets and comets to black holes and supernova! Learn how to spot tracks, identify markings and discover secret hideaways at the seashore. Packed with fascinating fact files, stunning photographs and hands-on activities, find out about what lives in the different habitats where the land meets the sea.

Bug Lab for Kids is an engaging, scientifically accurate, and fun activity book that explores the exciting world of bugs. An utterly stunning, powerful and unforgettable novella by the highly acclaimed and much missed Mal Peet. Featuring sensitive full colour illustrations by talented rising star, Emma Shoard. The classic story of seven children with a longing to be on stage: Packed with fun activities.

When Mr Perfect comes to stay, the five misfits find themselves questioning what their purpose in life is. Can they teach him that not fitting in is more fun than trying to be perfect? A quirky, allegorical picture book from the multi award-winning creator of A Lion in Paris. A fun and quirky picture book featuring a feisty and inspiring female protagonist with an inventive mind and curious spirit.

Showcasing lively artwork and plenty of humour, Audrey the Inventor is perfect for story time or the classroom. A hilarious spoof-newspaper style activity book about ocean animals, packed with facts, jokes and fun things to do. Learn how to create art like the masters by taking an Art Masterclass! A moving, poetic picture book about the love between a grandfather and child.

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A wolf tries everything to get a creature to leave the cave, to no avail. But what will happen when he's finally successful? This is a laugh-out-loud story with a BIG surprise! The third title in the series, Amazing World: Bugs explores the incredible world of 20 strange and magnificent insects, from shimmering glow worms and fireflies, to the extremely odd giraffe bug. Are your kids glued to the television and computer games on school vacation rainy weekends?

Fear not, because I Am Never Bored: A whole colorful traffic jam's worth of things to find, and count! Features vehicles and special hidden items to find on every spread. Pre-schoolers will love tackling these 15 fun, easy-to-follow step-by-step projects as they learn about science, technology, engineering, arts and math. New in the Little People, Big Dreams series, discover the incredible life of Harriet Tubman, the Underground Railroad conductor who 'never lost a single passenger' in this true story of her life.

Turn the page, press a tab and hear the sounds of the farm in this bright, colourful board book for early learners. Turn the page, press a tab and hear the sounds of the wild in this bright, colourful board book for early learners. A hands-on first science series that uses fun and practical activities to explore electricity, light and dark, materials and pushes and pull. Packed with fun activities, this book will encourage children to think about how electricity works and how we use it.

Packed with fun activities, this book will encourage children to think about the properties of light and dark and how we use them and are affected by them. Fasten your seat belts because Hot Wheels: A Street Race is here to tell one action packed, engine revving story. New in the Little People, Big Dreams series: Discover the remarkable life of Jane Austen, one of the world's most beloved authors, in this true story of her life.

A beautiful tale from award-winning author Berlie Doherty, full of friendship and foxes, and perfect for budding countryside explorers. Discover the incredible life of Georgia O'Keeffe, one of the twentieth century's greatest artists in this new Little People, Big Dreams title. From the creators of The Night Gardener , comes a stunning new picture book about a young boy who sets sail to find a place his grandfather told him about Join rabbit and find out where he lives. Introducing nature to little ones, this book provides a simple, entertaining storyline with a rabbit character as the focus.

Lenny doesn't like to do what his family tells him to and he always keeps them waiting. But one day he finds out what it feels like to have to wait and wait and wait Alf was a grumpy cat. He was never happy. But one day, the wind blew and it put a smile on Alf's face.

A little sailing boat casts out his line to catch a fish in a busy, healthy ocean, but when a big, smoking trawler casts its mighty net, will any of the fish escape? A beautiful fable set in sixteenth-century Venice, with stunning illustrations from award-winning artist Jane Ray. The 50 Things series takes big topics and breaks them into bite-size chunks perfect for young readers to digest. Dive into the ocean to join a young turtle on a game of hide-and-seek, and learn about sea creatures and their habitat. Kids will learn about STEAM topics science, technology, engineering, arts and maths with Legos, through 15 fun and unique step-by-step projects.

Teaches kids how to comfortably paddle for hours, what to bring on the trip, and how to traverse the water like a pro. What can I do? Ranger Rick Kids Guide to Hiking answers all of your questions to gets you started hiking! Splish, splash and be amazed as the beautiful artwork comes to life when brushed or dipped in water, revealing a world of colour.

Discover all kinds of plants — from the hugest tree to the tiniest seed — in this fabulous follow-up to smash-hit Creaturepedia. Press the page to hear the song of birds from 10 different habitats in this exquisite sound book. Explore the park and spot the difference in each double page spread. Lift the flaps on the right hand page to see if you got it right! An irresistible picture book about looking for affection that will warm the hearts of children and parents alike.

Embark on the adventure of a lifetime with this action-packed anthology of four classic stories. Encounter defeat, triumph, adventure and excitement in each of these timeless tales, all accompanied by beautiful artwork. A child named Kid, a dog named Cat, and a goat who lives on the roof Part mystery and part animal-rescue story, about an unnamed goat that inadvertently changes the lives of the eccentric denizens of a Manhattan apartment building.

A glorious sequel to Good Dog McTavish. A charming tale of community, making new connections and lending a helping hand, from a successful author and illustrator pairing. What does your brain do? How does your brain carry messages to your body? Which foods are good for your brain? What does your esophagus do? How long is your small intestine? Which part of your body stores the goodness from food?

Introduce your children to Pilates and help them develop bodily awareness and key development of developing muscles and flexibility. A fun and interactive introduction to Science, Technology, Energy, Art, and Math for the whole family. Go on a musical adventure with Poppy the dog and friends in Poppy and Vivaldi. Children and parents will love pressing buttons and hearing the instruments and sounds of Vivaldi on every page! Go on a musical adventure with Poppy the dog and friends in Poppy and Mozart. Children and parents will love pressing buttons and hearing the variety of instruments and sounds of Mozart on every page!

Explore the beach and spot five differences in every side-by-side scene. Filled with drama, this tale is testament to the determination, solidarity and courage of the early pioneers, each chasing their own American Dream. Patch likes to bounce and play but he wants to go to the moon most of all. One day he finds a rocket in the garden. The animals are settling down for the night when a star falls from the sky into the zoo. Little Star is desperate to get back home, but who will help her? When Max has to watch over his little sister, he isn't very happy about it. He wants to play with his friends instead, but Dot wants to join in.

When Max tells Dot to go away, he regrets being mean to his sister, and she wanders off will he ever find her again? Ned doesn't like to listen. He likes to jump, swing and slide. But one day, his carefree ways get him into trouble by the river A captivating, fact-filled atlas exploring animal habitats around the world, including rainforest, grassland, desert, woodlands, wetlands and polar regions.

From brightly coloured corals to shimmering shoals of fish, the diversity of life on a coral reef is celebrated in a book which also has a strong ecological message about the need to protect this most precious of environments. A collection of 30 "nonfiction minutes" -- short and engaging essays -- all about animals, written by todays award-winning childrens nonfiction authors. Great Polar Bear captures the beauty and mystery of the far north with lyrical, factual verse, and gorgeous collage.

Thirty-five of Shakespeares best-known and most-loved verses and poems, wonderfully illustrated for children ages 8 to An engaging introduction to astronomy for kids, featuring fourteen well-known constellations and a star map of each hemisphere. ABC Shapes combines learning the alphabet with fun and quirky shapes, going beyond the typical circles and squares to introduce arches, ellipses, cubes, wedges, and even helixes and nanagons. With easy-to-follow drawing steps and an engaging story, Watch Me Read and Draw: Things Girls Love teaches kids to draw all their favourite things.

This step-by-step drawing and story book teaches children to draw their favorite animals from the zoo with simple steps and a fun, engaging story.

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Fun, brain-bending travel-related activities for children ages 7 to 12 - part of the Get Smarter activity book series. Shark is lonely and wants some friends, so he goes out into the sea to find some. But will his plan work or will the other animals be afraid of him?

When the villagers find a dragon on the train track, something has to be done. Who can move the dragon? And what will the big dragon do? The villagers are tired of all the rain. They want the weather monster to bring back the sun. But was anyone brave enough to ask him? Biting facts about sharks are revealed by examining the teeth and jaws of the 20 jaw-snapping species covered in the book. The story of a refugee: Join small bird and find out what happens to the three eggs she has laid.

Introducing nature to little ones, this book provides a simple, entertaining storyline with a bird character as the focus. Rusty is a friendly robot, but not a very happy one. The other robots on Planet Robotone are keen to help. Fully updated for , Top of The League is the perfect book for any football fan. Amusing stats and fascinating facts combine with quirky graphics to provide an entertaining guide to all aspects of the beautiful game.

A vibrant exploration of the stories behind different colours, and the roles they've played throughout history. Go west across the United States of America by train and discover the history of the railroads en route! With beautiful, atmospheric illustrations and fascinating information about the evolution of rail transport across the North American continent. Find out how Kayla and her best friends transform a spot for trash into a bright and blooming garden.

Tom likes to dream of being all sorts of things, from sea creatures and monsters to flowers and trees. But he soon learns that being something else is not really that much fun after all. An activity-based exploration of ways to be happier and improve your wellbeing, through thoughtful, inspiring text, fun activities and light-hearted illustrations.

Ancient Greece in 30 Seconds is a fascinating introduction to one of the most influential ancient cultures. From slaves and soldiers to clothes and jewellery, this guide makes learning fun. A brand new edition of the humorous tale of a boy, a bully, and a serious case of mistaken identity, now with cover artwork by the award-winning Catherine Rayner.

Jud steps in as goalie at the local football team. Jud's dad is all for it, but mum isn't convinced. This football story ends with a brilliant twist! Mia and James are getting married! A warm and charming tale of diversity, language, and the shared cultures that make-up modern life. Bursting with joy and adventure, this brand new story from picture book star Ross Collins is a celebration of all the colour in our lives.

A simple but brilliant book that encourages children to learn about shapes, colours and numbers by playing with a series of gatefold flaps. When an annoying guest comes to stay at Mr Moots house, his pet, Fluffywuffy, has a snappy solution. Discover the clever craft behind the beautiful numbers and patterns of maths with this awesome activity book, packed with fun drawing challenges based on math tricks and rules.

In the spirit of Goodnight Moon and The Curious Garden comes a stunning debut picture book filled with whimsy and creativity from brothers Terry and Eric Fan. Give your children the tools and encouragement they need to be the change they wish to see with this collection of bios of luminary figures, creative project ideas, and more. The Magic Garden is a beautifully illustrated story about all the incredible things that happen every day in nature; butterflies emerging from their cocoons; leaves changing; birds building their nests. This clever and silly guide on how to behave teaches kids why manners matter, with colorful illustrations and simple tips kids will love.

This fun and funny guide on how NOT to behave teaches kids why they should mind their manners, with colourful illustrations and simple tips both parents and kids will love. Take trip from Reykjavik to Rio in this search-and-find tour of the world that will introduce young readers to all the instruments of the orchestra. Set out on the adventure across Planet Earth. Explore volcanos, valleys, mountains and rivers, and learn about water, weather and earthquakes. How big is the universe? What would it be like to live on Venus? Is there life on another planet? Discover why bears are incredible and 10 reasons why you should love them.

Also features five ways to show you care. A moving debut picture book about the power of friendship and the importance of accepting yourself just the way you are. In this book, learn all about why blue whales are incredible and 10 reasons why you should love them! Discover thirteen incredible habitats, from the crystal kingdom Arctic to the dusty savannah and the black-as-space deep sea, in this beautiful tribute to the last wildernesses of our world.

These little piggies haven't had this much fun since they went to the market! The classic nursery rhyme heads to the beach in this delightful update for young children. Fun, reusable, vinyl, and large fairy-tale stickers for kids with small hands and large imaginations. Tiny tots will have big fun with these 75 large, vinyl, reusable stickers featuring friendly aliens, spaceships, planets, and more for kids with large imaginations and little hands! A board book featuring the absolute cutest baby animals in the world by bestselling author and illustrator Charles Fuge.

A hilarious spoof newspaper about animals published in association with the Natural History Museum, packed with facts, jokes and activities. The final instalment in the hilarious daring adventures of Free Lance the courageous mercenary knight, from the bestselling duo behind The Edge Chronicles, Paul Stewart and Chris Riddell. A brand new 4u2read edition of a charming modern-day take on the Arabian Night stories, with illustrations by Charlie Alder.

See each letter of the alphabet paired with a word that teaches young children important mindfulness topics, like compassion, breathing, empathy, gratitude, and kindness. A bold and charming picture book, set in the animal world, which explores contrasts and opposites. Brain Lab for Kids is an interactive and hands-on book that takes readers on an exciting journey into the functions of the brain through enlightening experiments and creative activities.

Burgess's long-beloved Bedtime Stories characters. An enthralling and sophisticated fantasy story from one of Japan's most popular writers of teen fiction, which has been turned into a popular anime series. A YA novel about a teen who finds hope and a fresh start after a terrible loss, and learns that being strong means letting go. Rocks unlock the secrets of the past — every layer tells a new story about how the world and its inhabitants have evolved over the millennia. This book introduces readers to the fascinating and important study of minerals - taking us from fundamental facts about elements, from which everything on Earth is made.

A brilliant introduction to the importance of palaeontology, which illustrates with fun captions and photographs how fossils show us the ways in which our species - and others - have evolved over millions of years. Packed with stunning photographs of bright, shiny gems and more practical images of excavation and extraction, this book provides a colourful insight into the geology of our world. Fun-filled activity book introducing the basic skills needed to become a doctor, packed with extras including stickers, a pull-out poster, a game and a press-out model.

A fun activity book filled with practical projects and extras including stickers, a pullout poster, a game and a press out model that make it a must for young airplane enthusiasts. This beautifully illustrated book introduces children to a busy hospital, from the operating theatre to the cafeteria, from X-rays to ambulances and from breakfast time to bed time. In this beautifully illustrated Shine-a-Light title, children will see what's happening on the farm through the seasons and discover 'hidden' images by holding the pages up to a bright light.

From her early love of logic, to her plans for the worlds first computer program, learn about Adas life in this mini biography for readers as young as four years. What do animals do all day? Find out in this fully illustrated book that features more than animals. Combining bright illustrations with engaging facts about different types of transport, this book is sure to entertain and amaze young children. One of four new adventures that will help you develop your maths skills whilst engaging in a gripping and thrilling adventure!

This collection of 25 fun, achievable STEM projects is the perfect way to encourage budding engineers and scientists and to show them how science applies in the real world. Following on from series one of Maths Quest, this is one of four new adventures that will enable young children to develop their geometry skills whilst engaging in a gripping and thrilling story.

This unique book raises the curtain on the secrets of how the human body works;secrets like: This stunning visual feast of a book uncovers the secrets of the universe through bright, engaging artwork, flaps and interactive elements. First Day Friends mirror children's real-life experiences, such as learning how to be part of a school or family community, and how to control one's emotions. With a simple and engaging format, including guidance for parents and teachers, this book is a valuable resource for children and adults.

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This beautifully illustrated parable demonstrates that God will joyfully welcome and forgive anyone who strays but eventually comes back to him. The message of this beautifully illustrated parable is that god loves us all and wants us all to share in the rewards of his love. This mothers blessing, delivered in gentle, lilting rhyme with stunning, painterly artwork, is the perfect read for new parents.

Suzy is afraid to go to sleep, because a monster might come when she's sleeping. Mummy tells her not to worry, as Bunny will chase the monsters away. But at the break of dawn, a shadow creeps into the room, and Bunny disappears You have a new puppy! Youre going to be best friends A hilarious, heartwarming picture book for anyone who has a new puppy or wants one Young and old alike can learn the French alphabet and a variety of words with this illustrated, introductory guide to the language. Loaded with hands-on, kid-friendly projects, perfect for budding naturalists and nature collectors.

This book teaches techniques for cleaning, caring for, and displaying discovered treasures. From the barnyard of Leanne Lauricella, the rescuer behind the hugely popular Goats of Anarchy, Piney the Goat Nanny tells the true story of Piney, the rescued pig! The ultimate handbook for kids that introduces tons of games to play by themselves or with friends and family! Meet the charming cast of Seed School! Who, with the help of soil, water and sunshine, grow into vibrant fruits, vegetables and flowers. This exciting bumper activity book is packed full of items to find, amazing scenes to colour, and spot-the difference puzzles.

Featuring a wide range of topics, from dinosaurs to the ocean, and with fun facts to discover and learn throughout, this book is guaranteed to keep children entertained for hours at a time. A fun, fact-filled and interactive guide for all the family to learn about the power of pollination, the creatures that help to keep the balance of nature and the amazing tricks plants play on insects.

For kids with an interest in chickens and farm life, Let's Hatch Chicks! An introduction to the novels of Jane Austen with the main characters and elusive author hidden in ten beautifully illustrated scenes. This unusual question-and-answer book takes a fun, child-centric view of the history and functions of our planet with hilarious, imaginative questions answered by know-it-all animal characters. A brilliant question-and-answer book which explores the animal world by asking just the kind of hilarious, imaginative questions that children love to ask ….

Following on from series one of Maths Quest, this is one of four new adventures that will help you develop your maths skills whilst engaging in a gripping and thrilling adventure! Beautifully illustrated,the meaning oft the story is explained simply and clearly, with next steps at the back of the book to encourage further discussion plus a rhyme for children to join in with! The Sower highlights the different ways in which people listen to and act on God's word.

In the story, a sower scatters some seed on the path, on rocky ground and among thorns, and each time the seed struggles to germinate and is ultimately lost. Only when the seed is sown into the good earth does it thrive. The different terrain represents the state of people's willingness to receive God's word and follow his instructions. The interactive format includes a pull-out paper pad for drawing alongside each exercise.

The charming story of a loyal and wrongly-accused goose, with delightful illustrations by the author. Dog is a book about trust, standing up for yourself, and learning to love. By the award-winning Andy Mulligan, author of the bestselling Trash , it is a story that will delight readers young and old. A beautiful flapped paperback edition of this standalone adventure by the author of The Letter for the King. Following on from series one of Maths Quest, this is one of four new adventures that will enable young children to develop their measuring skills whilst engaging in a gripping and thrilling story.

The brain is an amazing thing, but it doesn't always get things right when it comes to sight Plenty of surprises in store for the animals in this simple, vibrant picture book which is both a mystery and a guessing game. This exciting journey into the human body includes a die-cut model that will take you from head to toe and from a single cell to an entire system! This fascinating look at sharks includes a die-cut model of a great white that reveals how these much-misunderstood creatures operate, layer by layer! Tells the true story of Prospect, a rescued goat who came to live with Leanne Lauricella, the barnyard rescuer behind the hugely popular Instagram account Goats of Anarchy.

Puzzle lovers ages will be enamoured with these 75 fun, quirky, brain-teasing word search puzzles! This colourfully illustrated book features the sounds of 16 musical instruments so kids can learn what each orchestra instrument sounds like as they go on a musical adventure with Poppy the dog. This colourfully illustrated book features the sounds of 16 musical instruments so kids can learn what each band instrument sounds like as they go on a musical adventure with Poppy the dog.

Science has never been so much fun! Beautifully illustrated, the picture book approach means the story can be read to the child but can also be enjoyed by children on their own as their reading skills develop. Next steps at the back of the book encourage further discussion and there's a rhyme for children to join in with and lots to spot.

This parable conveys the Christian believe that no matter how lost someone feels, God loves them. A stunning gift edition of the thrilling sequel to the bestselling adventure The Letter for the King. Introduce children to the work of celebrated American poet Walt Whitman! Carefully chosen for kids, 35 illustrated poems are presented and explained by a Whitman expert. Read never-before-published poetry about the magic, beauty, and promise of sea voyages, compiled by award-winning poet Lee Bennett Hopkins.

Hear the best-selling book The Bear and the Piano come to life with this gorgeous gift-edition sound book. The third in a series of irresistibly charming, beautifully illustrated children's classics - the adventures of Detective Nosegoode and his talking dog, Cody.

Full of love, humour and heartbreak, this beautifully crafted YA novella from the multi-award-winning author of Ketchup Clouds and My Sister Lives on the Mantelpiece is a compassionate and distinctive tale of modern family life and its issues. Set in 2, BC, this stunning tale from historical specialist Tony Bradman weaves together fact and fiction in gripping adventure covering the coming of the Bronce Age.

The classic novella of the Christmas transformation of Scrooge that has remained in the public imagination for well over a century, now available in an accessible format for all readers. Grab your magnifying glass and seek out history's most notorious pirates in this swashbuckling search-and-find adventure, packed with over things to spot. An atmospheric story about two children who build a snowbear and go for a sledge ride into the woods.

Lift the flaps, layer by layer, to discover everything you ever wanted to know about dinosaurs - and even listen to different fantastic prehistoric noises with the sound chips. Discover a menagerie of animals with this book that brings together 50 best-loved tales from all around the world! A beautiful fable set in sixteenth-century Venice with stunning illustrations from award-winning artist Jane Ray. Travel back in time to lock horns with a triceratops, stalk prey with a T-Rex, and learn to fly with a baby Pteranodon. With hundreds of things to spot and facts to learn, this is the biggest Atlas adventure yet!

A beautifully illustrated picture book looking at the most incredible journeys undertaken by animals around the world. It's the ultimate dream!

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One day, young Bobby buys his own car with his own money and drives about town like a cool grownup in this stunning road trip of a picture book. And so are Elf, Reindeer and the toys. A lavishly illustrated introduction to the adventures of Peter Pan, Wendy, and the Lost Boys for young children. The whole world is a laboratory, and with safe and fun experiments and activities, this is the ultimate lab book for kids. Featuring more than animal facts along with more than colour photos, this instalment of the award-winning Get the Scoop series, delves deep into the world of animal blood.

Pairs learning about lesser known colours with vibrant illustrations and the alphabet for a comprehensive, educational, and fun board book for young kids. Full of fun and funny infographics and lessons, this guide to money will explain saving, spending, and other lessons in ways kids will understand. A beautifully illustrated picture book about homes around the world, and what home means to different people.

Invention and discovery are part of history, but every new idea is only possible because of the hard-won breakthroughs that came before. Kids will laugh and learn as they take a bilingual lift-a-flap journey with some of their favorite fairy tale characters. A beautifully told autumn story with lively illustrations that introduces favourite forest animals in a cautionary tale, capturing childhood fears about being lost, and the reassuring warmth of home.

Watch the vehicles rev into action in this board book with a difference that uses Venetian paper engineering to make the pictures in the story move. In each of the animal-centred stories, the characters' faces and expressions change thanks to venetian window technology. Join one little pigeon on her mission to spread the word of peace around the world. Set to the lyrics the iconic song Imagine, this book brings John Lennon's enduring message of peace and tolerance to a new generation.

A hilarious, heart-warming story of an ice-skating toad that shows the reader that you never know what you can do unless you try. A brilliantly gothic, diverse, witty and bang up-to-date dark thriller-romance by Queen of Teen Juno Dawson. The second in a series of irresistibly charming, beautifully illustrated children's classics - the adventures of Detective Nosegoode and his talking dog, Cody. International bestseller Cornelia Funke and rising picture book star Kasia Matyjaszek join forces in this laugh-out-loud swashbuckling adventure that also celebrates girlhood. How do you know what you are missing if you can't remember having it?

A novel of love, loss and finding life. An entertaining story, with fun illustrations, and helpful terms explained at the back, along with further topics to think about. Beautifully illustrated retelling of a classic Russian folk tale, now available in a miniature gift edition. Babies will love joining in the life like sounds as bear blows the trumpet, tiger rocks the guitar, bunny bangs the drum and penguin plays the piano. The animals are hungry! Cow wants some tasty hay. Sheep would like some delicious clover. Pig would like a crunchy apple.

This stunning cloth book celebrates engagement and interaction with the world around us, with simple rhymes and bold, bright illustrations. Get ready for sleep time with familiar objects and animals such as a star, a car, a bunny a bee - before finally saying good night to you and to me.

Look inside the human body with your magic three-colour lens in this anatomy lesson like no other. The follow up to the internationally best-selling Illuminature. Set in a beautiful winter wonderland, follow one child on his journey home through a snowy landscape. Bathalzar is the world's greatest violin-playing polar bear. At least, he used to be the greatest. Now he's the only polar bear left in all the world's circuses. Kids can learn the essential skills to start their own scientific journey with this fun and engaging title.

When kids join Coder Academy, they undertake a series of imaginative and challenging activities that help them to begin to write code in Scratch and HTML. An essential guide for boys to growing up, which covers everything readers have always wanted to know but were afraid to ask. This book brings an original twist to the familiar theme of a child's reluctance to go to sleep at night.

The young dragon, Drake, has to prove he's a real dragon by causing some trouble in the local village, but should he? Help pre-schoolers learn important first concepts and develop key skills with this stylish spotting book. This interactive lift-flap adventure is sure to spark the imaginations of aspiring scientists and engineers everywhere, as you travel back in time to discover the history of transport.

Take an illuminating trip into dark waters - where extraordinary and dazzling sea creatures create their own light! Travel far into outer space to see the dazzling planets, nebulae, and galaxies that bring light to the vast and infinite darkness! This is a hysterical read-aloud picture book that shows children it's okay to pass a little gas. An interactive activity and coloring book featuring plus "impossible" optical illusions to colour along with, and activities that show kids how to create their own optical illusions. A must-play checklist and guidebook for the top video games every kid should experience, including trivia and tips, behind-the-scenes tidbits, and ratings.

From the illustrator of The Story Orchestra: Follow Astronaut Kate, Pirate Pierre, Captain Maria and Sir Percival in four exciting 'code your own' adventures, with easy-to-follow, illustrated step-by-step instructions. Follow Major Kate in this 'code your own' adventure, with easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions illustrated in a graphic novel style. This exciting piratical adventure is brought to life by encouraging the reader to draw central characters, animate plot lines and create games.

The book introduces the animals of each biome in the flat spreads, and then tells their stories in the five, multi-layered spreads, which are made up of either two or three flaps. Opens a window on to the lives of animals from different habitats around the world, namely the Amazon rainforest, the North American Rockies, European scrubland, African savanna and the forests of Asia.

This uniquely illustrated, quirky biography of Audrey Hepburn is the next instalment of the Little People, Big Dreams series. Eleven amazing stories that the Vikings told about themselves, packed with warriors and battles, heroes and heroines, Berserkers, monsters and zombies. Daisy's pet Ladybird goes missing, so she visits super-sleuth Basil, the best detective in Plant City. Can he help her find Ladybird? Discover the life of Emmeline Pankhurst, who fought for women to get the vote.

This inspiring and informative little biography comes with extra facts about Emmeline's life at the back. Discover the life of Rosa Parks in this inspiring story of her life. Features a facts and photos section at the back. The second in a trilogy of brilliantly hilarious tales of chivalry and derring-do from the bestselling duo behind The Edge Chronicles. The delightful tale of a wandering good samaritan dog, with heartwarming illustrations by the author. A touching and compelling tale, brilliantly illustrated in soft and sensitive black and white by the talented Gary Blythe.

A hilarious Little Gem from Jeremy Strong, the master of comic writing for children, with character packed illustration from Jamie Smith. An eerily superb story of murder and monstrosity on the streets of Victorian London that has remained in the public imagination for well over a century, spawning numerous adaptations, now available in an accessible format for all readers. A fun and friendly story for animal-lovers everywhere, filled with Cathy Hopkins' trademark warmth and heart.

The unforgettable characters from Ink and Bone and Paper and Fire unite to save the Great Library of Alexandria from itself in this electrifying adventure in the New York Times bestselling series. A heartwarming tale of one mouse's struggle to go home, with delightful illustrations by the author. Discover some amazing animals and how they adapt to winter with this gorgeously illustrated book that reveals nature's wintertime secrets. From Olive the Owl to Hektor the nectar collector, Paper Birds brings you a gorgeously illustrated cast of 10 feathery friends to press-out, make and play with.

An acclaimed historian provides a thrilling account of the British Navy's unlikely defeat of the world's most feared battleship! It's the most famous amphibious invasion in history; thousands of ships, millions of soldiers and sailors, all clashing on the beaches of Normandy on June 6, Renowned author John Garraty provides a close look at the childhood of Teddy Roosevelt as he transforms from a sickly child to an athlete to one of America's most famous politicians.

This incredible history of Amelia Earhart is written especially for young adult readers. It is loaded with full colour illustrations, comprehensive timelines, fascinating sidebars, and info on key figures in Earhart's story. Perfect for any kid interested in flying, or strong, important women in history! Nearly Allied prisoners of war attempt to break out of a supposedly 'escape-proof' Nazi camp in by secretly creating a foot tunnel.

Get up close and personal with these prehistoric beasts - from the small Coelophysis to the terrifying T. This stunning bestiary of twenty fierce and fascinating dragons from around the world also includes a realistic dragon-tooth necklace! Take a creepy and captivating journey into the world of snakes, crocodiles, lizards, and turtles and use their Fang Files to match each replica tooth to its right reptilian mouth! The nursery rhyme is just the beginning of the silliness, in this story, kittens build contraptions to reach their friend, Twinkle the star.

Hand-lettering is easy to dive into, even for new artists, and Hello! Happy Mail is here to take your DIY projects to the next level! Learn all about how our peepers work, the amazing types of eyes that exist in the animal and insect world, and the truth behind living without sight. This book contains 30 'non-fiction minutes' - short, easy-to-read non-fiction essays - based on interesting historical figures written by some of today's award-winning and best-known children's authors.

Inside this book, you'll discover a fold-out jungle play scene, reusable stickers, and press-out, stand-up characters to customise your own roaring jungle! Roar back to a time when dinosaurs roamed the Earth in this page activity book with puzzles, games, a fold-out backdrop, and more for hours of prehistoric fun! From the barnyard of Leanne Lauricella, the rescuer behind the hugely popular Goats of Anarchy , Polly and Her Duck Costume tells the true story of Polly, a blind goat who loves dressing up as a duck.

Turn the page, press a tab and hear the sounds of the building site in this bright, colourful board book for early learners. Press the tabs and hear four different vehicle sounds, then match the sounds with the different vehicles on the final page. The story of Puss in Boots and how he uses his cunning and trickery to win for his lowly master the hand of the princess in marriage. The story of Little Red Riding Hood and her meeting with the Big, Bad Wolf has been handed down the generations so that today it's one of the most popular tales for young children.

This action-packed activity book is crammed full of things to find, amazing scenes to colour, and spot-the difference puzzles. Featuring a wide range of topics, from dinosaurs to the solar system, and with fun facts to discover throughout, this book is guaranteed to keep children entertained. Explores lots of aspects of the body from a family standpoint rather than a straight non-fiction perspective. Create your own colourful savanna animal portraits with this new sticker series for animal enthusiasts of all ages.

Create your own colourful dinosaur portraits with this new sticker series for animal enthusiasts of all ages. The third book in the Reckless series, The Golden Yarn is a thrilling tale of courage and fear, jealousy and forbidden desire; in which love has the power both to save a life - and to destroy it. The gorgeous second book from the Waterstones Childrens Book Prize shortlisted author Naomi Howarth teaches that wit and wisdom are more important than size and physical strength, and friendship is what matters most.

When an annoying guest comes to stay at Mr Moot's house, his pet, Fluffywuffy, has a snappy solution. This brand new series part of our Natural History Museum programme, gives children 10 reasons why the elephant is amazing, and five ways they can show they love it! A wonderfully warm and wise story about identity, fresh starts and coming face-to-face with yourself, from top notch tween writer Karen McCombie.

A fun and informative guide for budding inventors packed with the tools and tips needed to turn an inspired idea into the next great invention. From the s to the s, long boats filled with fearsome Scandinavian warriors prowled the waters of Europe, launching raids and establishing new colonies. Create your own colourful jungle animal portraits with this new sticker series for animal enthusiasts of all ages. Create your own colorful ocean animal portraits with this new sticker series for animal enthusiasts of all ages.

Exhilarating action meets heart-pounding suspense in this action-packed final instalment of a popular trilogy. A heart-warming and thought-provoking story of family, friendship and foodbanks, from an award-winning author well-known for his gritty realism for teens. The first in a trilogy of brilliantly illustrated tales of chivalry and derring-do from the bestselling duo behind The Edge Chronicles. A poignant, beautifully written novella about growing up and family. A companion piece to the successful Brock and Pike.

A fun, friendly story about a misplaced ghost from the Titanic and a boy who needs help with his history homework. A fun, friendly story about a lost little spaceman and the boy who helps him find his way back home. Breathtaking first instalment of an amazing new trilogy of spine-tingling spooky adventures with a sporty twist, from a master of kids fiction. A wickedly funny and life-affirming coming-of-age roadtrip story - winner of France's biggest prize for teen and YA fiction.

Atmospheric, haunting and spine-chilling, this imagining of a young Henry Jekyll's childhood and his transformation into the infamous Mr Hyde is sure to thrill. Inspired by the amazing true story of Ellen Craft who escaped a life of slavery through a daring disguise and won freedom for herself and her husband.

A riotous Little Gem from children's comedy legend Philip Ardagh - his madcap adventure is sure to delight young readers. Fun abounds in this virtual adventure from a popular author of horror and comedy for children. A new edition now available with additional artwork.

A fun, fast-paced story filled with facts about the solar system, and the perfect celebration of grandparents and grandchildren. They are playful and just plain fun to look at. One of our favorites was Earth introducing us to her family of other planets via a Christmas card. We loved that Pluto was included as a family pet kidlitexchange partner —— All opinions are my own.

We loved that Pluto was included as a family pet!!! Along with the great artwork, this nonfiction book is full of informative facts. It states how long it takes for the sun to circle the Earth, covers a few nicknames, introduces you to plate tectonics my daughter was fascinated with this part , shows the various layers of our planet and includes a wonderful timeline of its existence over the last billions of years. It reminds us that as humans, we are the only ones who have been interested in learning more about our awesome planet. We are also in charge of helping to care for it!!

Educational humor at its best. Readers will get a kick out of the pictures, learn some great information and hopefully be intrigued to ask plenty of questions. This gentle introduction is sure to be a hit for many. It would make a wonderful addition to any library!! Dec 11, Kate Olson rated it it was amazing Shelves: I plan to purchase this for my elementary library, and will be sharing it in read alouds for various age groups with a "quick read" for the youngers and a more thorough read for the older groups.

Thanks to the author for sharing an advance copy with me for review purposes - all opinions are my own. Jan 20, Breana rated it it was amazing. We loved the picture book Earth! I read it aloud to my two daughters who were fascinated with the illustrations. I was impressed with the educational content. This book introduces scientific concepts in a light and fun manner that led us to further research. This kidlitexchange partner Review — all opinions are my own. This book makes a great asset to any home, school and public library!

Jul 26, Kimberly rated it really liked it Shelves: I loved this particular bit: No other species has ever been interested in learning about me. Other animals are nice. But they mostly eat and poop and never wonder about my amazing life. Apr 22, Baby Bookworm rated it really liked it Shelves: This review was originally written for The Baby Bookworm.

Visit us for new picture books reviews daily! Hello friends, and Happy Earth Day! Earth takes the reader on a tour of her history and geology, the solar system, and even a crash course on some of the most significant events in her life: She is pretty awesome, after all. This was such a clever concept, and we really enjoyed it! It was fun to read and learn about the Earth from the perspective of the planet herself, especially with healthy doses of tongue-in-cheek humor and a wealth of educational info covered.

The art is great, and really give a personality to every character, be they person, animal, or astronomical body. However, there are a few illustrations that young readers could potentially find distressing: Otherwise, the length was great, the educational aspects are phenomenal, and JJ and I both enjoyed it overall.

And awesome way to get kids interested in our planet, and Baby Bookworm approved! A copy of this book was provided to The Baby Bookworm by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. Be sure to check out The Baby Bookworm for more reviews! Jul 31, Susan rated it it was amazing. Earth introduces us to her siblings the planets and the cousins The Milky Way in her family, and describes her favorite activities. I loved the timeline in the center of the book which will help children understand the history of earth, and also all of the labels on the illustrations.

Apr 26, Gary Anderson rated it it was amazing. Earth tells its life story so far in this fact-filled, fun-fueled nonfiction picture book. As any friendly planet would do, Earth explains its family members, favorite activities, how it has changed over time, and its hope for the future. Author Stacy McAnulty and illustrator David Litchfield make big numbers and abstract concepts accessible through an appealing narrative voice and clever graphics as readers come to know an Earth that is caring, wise, funny, and optimistic. This book works as a read-aloud or read-on-my-own title, and many young readers will enjoy return visits to its pages.

Jun 15, Lynn rated it really liked it. Sound basic earth science presented by a cheerful Earth itself for young readers. McAnulty and illustrator David Litchfield prove that science doesn't have to be boring. The illustrations are wonderfully engaging and match the overall tone of the book nicely and include lots of clever touches. An engaging fun book to enliven primary science classes. Will work well for story-hour or classroom reading as well as a lap book. There are notes and sources listed from McAnulty Author and Earthling.

Oct 01, Meredith rated it it was amazing Shelves: A fantastic book about the history of Earth. It's child friendly and informative and several of the pages made the grownups laugh out loud. The kids also enjoyed it, especially the page when the asteroid killed all the dinosaurs. Jan 09, Shelley Barnow rated it it was amazing Shelves: Totally charming book about the planet earth's history. Feb 03, Sara rated it it was amazing Shelves: A fun non-fiction book.

Jan 08, Edward Sullivan rated it liked it Shelves: Earth tells its seriously condensed life story. Dec 22, Erin Richards rated it it was amazing Shelves: Funny, informative and witty. Jan 10, Tracy rated it it was amazing Shelves: Thanks to the Kid Lit Exchange for the review copy of this book. As always, all opinions are my own. This book is fun, fun, fun!

Earth! My First 4.54 Billion Years

A friendly-faced Earth gives us a brief glimpse into its short 4. Unlike many nonfiction picture books, which provide a narrative separate from the straight facts, EARTH! This makes for much easier read-alouds, and helps the reader to absorb all of the information. I highly enjoyed reading it and recommend it for elementary schoolers of all ages. Apr 30, Karen rated it it was ok.

Dec 12, Heather rated it it was amazing Shelves: Dec 11, Ariel rated it it was amazing. My 6yo loves learning about planets so this informative book is a very fun read with him. The illustrations are truly impressive! Dec 09, Jen rated it it was amazing Shelves: A very funny informational picture book. Young kids with an interest in science are going to love this book! Dec 03, Kim rated it it was amazing Shelves: