Abigail Wheatley

This book is more than a book. Inside you'll find pre-cut pieces to pop out and slot together (following the simple instructions) to make five sturdy model bugs. Underneath each set of pieces you'll find a bonus fact file with extra information about the featured bug. Slotting together the models helps with logic, following instructions and fine motor skills. Includes: bee, spider, beetle, dragonfly, mantis.

Enjoy a moment of tranquility as you paint sixteen mandalas, ranging from traditional (drawing inspiration from Chinese, Tibetan, Indian and Indigenous North American styles) to modern. Use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and vibrant hues magically appear. A mess-free way to keep children busy, perfect for travel. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book. - All new editions contain a quality, bamboo-handled paintbrush- Ideal for entertainment on-the-go - on road trips, holidays, restaurants or rainy days- A cosy, mindful and calming activity - Discover more in Usborne's Magic Painting series, with themes for every interest

A flap-filled look at life in the Stone Age, with engaging pictures and quirky facts. A lift-the-flap book packed with fascinating information about life from the Stone Age (including the start of farming) to Bronze-Age metal working and the war-torn Iron Age. Flaps to lift on every page reveal why people made cave paintings, how they crafted tools such as spears and canoes, and where they lived - from caves and simple tents to sturdy houses and even huge hill forts. - Ideal for school studies and fun to dip in and out of for pleasure. - Covers how people lived, dressed, cooked, bult, crafted, farmed and celebrated at this early period.

Filled with simple, black-and-white images of the most heart-meltingly cute puppies playing, frolicking and snuggling. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and watch as delightful hues magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and helping them learn brush control skills at the same time. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book. - Each book contains a quality, bamboo paintbrush- Ideal entertainment on-the-go - for road trips, holidays, restaurants or rainy days- 16 pages of creative, mess-free fun for the very young- Cosy, mindful and calming activity - Discover more in Usborne's First Magic Painting series

A boxed set of 52 beautifully-illustrated, egg-shaped cards perfect for playing the classic family game of snap - or other matching games. Each card is delightfully decorated with bright patterns and designs to look like an Easter egg. - Snap can be played by two or more players of all ages. - Keep children engaged while they learn about turn-taking, rules and winning and losing. - Great for keeping little ones busy on journeys or at home. - Contains 4 sets of 13 designs.

Filled with simple, black-and-white images of fabulously cute unicorns and their babies. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and watch as delightful hues magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and helping them learn brush control skills at the same time. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.

A wonderful array of different styles of mandalas, from traditional to modern. Enjoy taking a pause to fill in the designs with pens or pencils. - There are also some designs for you to draw yourselves, and then colour in. - A calming, mess-free activity. - Keeps children busy, at home or on the move.

Filled with simple, black-and-white images of lovable zoo animals, lumbering dinosaurs and splendid sea creatures. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and watch as delightful hues magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and helping them learn brush control skills at the same time. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book. - Each book contains a quality, bamboo paintbrush- Ideal entertainment on-the-go - for road trips, holidays, restaurants or rainy days- 48 pages of creative, mess-free fun for the very young- Cosy, mindful and calming activity - Discover more in Usborne's First Magic Painting series

Filled with simple, black-and-white images including a pumpkin patch, mice carving pumpkins and some friendly Halloween jack-o-lanterns. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and watch as delightful hues magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and helping them learn brush control skills at the same time. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book. - Each book contains a quality, bamboo paintbrush- Ideal entertainment on-the-go - for road trips, holidays, restaurants or rainy days- 16 pages of creative, mess-free fun for the very young- Cosy, mindful and calming activity - Discover more in Usborne's First Magic Painting series

Join families from all corners of the globe as they share their much-loved recipes for special occasions and festivals. Whether they're for Ramadan or Passover, for a national day, a birthday or just a big family get-together, all the recipes are simple, heartfelt and delicious. The families, and the simple, step-by-step instructions, are illustrated in a bold, graphic-novel style. From Nigerian party rice to U.S. Halloween cookies, each recipe brings authentic international cuisines, traditions and stories to your table. Also featuring fascinating facts about regional festive traditions and ingredients. All the recipes are vegetarian, and instructions are also included to make them vegan, nut-free, dairy-free, egg-free and gluten-free - or any combination of these. Celebrations featured include: St David's Day (Wales); Halloween (USA); birthday (Italy); Passover (Jewish diaspora); Twelfth Night (France); family time (Sudan); Girls' Day (Japan); Barbados Day (Barbados); Christmas Eve (Germany); Day of the Dead (Mexico); Palm Sunday (Spain); Lunar New Year (South Korea); ANZAC Day (New Zealand); pool party (Brazil); Rice Festival (Indonesia); Shrovetide (Finland); Thanksgiving (Canada); Ramadan (Bangladesh); wedding (Guyana); party (Nigeria); New Year (Bulgaria)

Filled with simple, black-and-white images of the fluffiest bunnies doing the things they love - from dancing and cycling to ballooning - and of course, snuggling. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and watch as delightful hues magically appear! Great for keeping little ones busy and helping them learn brush control skills at the same time. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book. - Each book contains a quality, bamboo paintbrush- Ideal entertainment on-the-go - for road trips, holidays, restaurants or rainy days- 16 pages of creative, mess-free fun for the very young- Cosy, mindful and calming activity - Discover more in Usborne's First Magic Painting series

A delightful doll's house sticker book to fill with over 180 stickers of beautiful furniture and accessories. Children can fill the colourful playroom with toys, books and games, stock the kitchen with delicious food to eat and find a spot for Zippy the cuddly monkey in the bedroom. A fun way to practise fine motor skills.

Lose yourself in an enchanting world of love and friendship perfect for Valentine's Day, as magical animals distribute love-tokens and frolic in fields of flowers. Use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and vibrant colours magically appear. A mess-free way to keep children busy, perfect for travel. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.

Packed with fascinating scenes showing fish, turtles and other sea creatures swimming among beautiful corals. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an array of glorious colours.

Find out about life inside and outside a historic castle, from the point of view of modern visitors. Watch re-enactors jousting, visitors trying on knights' helmets, and guides demonstrating a medieval bath tub.

Peep through the beautifully laser-cut pages to find out all about life in Ancient Rome. See Roman soldiers holding a victory parade, citizens visiting a bath house, and gladiators preparing for battle. Lift the flaps to find tigers lurking under trapdoors in the Colosseum, and to see inside a Roman apartment building.