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Formula Fast
The ultimate illustrated guide to Formula One racing, the world’s fastest sport: from superhuman drivers to legendary tracks to cutting-edge cars ‘An absolute must for any young F1 fan, aspiring gearhead, or kid who just loves fast things with great visuals.’ – The Children’s Book Review Packed with facts, stats, and impactful illustrations, this ultimate guide to Formula One answers all the questions car-obsessed kids want to know: How do you become a superstar driver? Which is the most challenging race track? What is the record for the quickest pit stop? (Hint: it’s less than two seconds.) Young speed-seekers will discover fascinating details about incredible cars, iconic tracks, superhuman drivers, and behind-the-scenes action. Learn about the latest developments in car technology, what drivers wear and how they train, and, of course, the biggest names in racing history – from Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton to legendary greats like Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher, plus unsung heroes such as Desiré Wilson. Featuring a stunning silver-foiled cover, a historical timeline of Formula One cars, and a helpful glossary of key terms, Formula Fast is the ultimate gift for any aspiring gearhead. For ages 8-12 years
KindKids Let's Draw Cute Stuff
Bring cuteness to life with KindsKids Let’s Draw Cute Stuff, the latest addition to the popular KindKids series! This charming kids’ activity book invites young artists to discover their creative side with 100 easy-to-follow drawing lessons inspired by cute pets, yummy snacks, favorite hobbies, fun fashions, and more. Illustrated by licensed artist and author Mandy Ford, whose kind and encouraging style makes kids feel supported every step of the way, this book is designed to spark confidence, creativity, and joy. Here’s what’s inside: • 100 easy step-by-step lessons featuring adorable animals, tasty treats, playful hobbies, and stylish outfits • Clear and encouraging instructions to help kids feel confident and proud of their progress • Positive messages about creativity, kindness, and celebrating what you love • Premium format with full-color illustrations and thick paper From cuddly kittens to delicious donuts, each delightful design helps kids grow their drawing skills while boosting their confidence and inspiring a love for creativity. Be sure to also check out KindKids Let’s Draw Nature for even more drawing fun!
How to Win at Chess
Written by Grandmaster Daniel King, How To Win At Chess introduces each piece and its moves, explains key principles such as check and how to open a game, before exploring tricks such as forks, pins and skewers. With a fresh, contemporary new design, it’s packed with graded test positions and training exercises to help young players improve their game as they progress through the book. What’s more, readers can brush up on the fascinating history of chess, with features on legendary matches and the greatest players, including the current world champion, Magnus Carlsen.Chess has been revolutionized in recent years – thanks to the success of Netflix’s world-beating The Queen’s Gambit, the rise of chess streaming on Twitch, the desire for self-improvement during lockdown, and the global appeal of Magnus Carlsen, the youngest player ever to top the world rankings – and its newfound popularity with young and old alike shows no sign of waning.
The Sad Book
Everyone feels sad sometimes, even this book! But how do we deal with our feelings of sadness and discover new positives? With the book itself taking the form of the main character, The Sad Book navigates this topic in an interactive way with both gentle humour and sensitivity. The pairing of Howard Pearlstein's text with the creative and dynamic illustrations of James Munro informs and inspires. -- Books Council of Wales
Football Superstars: Yamal Rules
BESTSELLING FOOTBALL SUPERSTARS SERIES. FULLY ILLUSTRATED WITH CARTOON ARTWORK, this action-packed Football Superstars story is perfect for young readers aged five and up. Is Lamine Yamal your ultimate football hero? One of the most exciting young talents in world football, Yamal made history as one of the youngest players ever to represent FC Barcelona, dazzling fans with his confidence, creativity and fearless attacking play. Yamal raced through Barcelona's famous La Masia academy, sharpening his close control, clever tricks and eye for goal. At just 15 years old, he made his debut for the first team - a moment that marked the arrival of a new generation at the club. Fast, creative and cool under pressure, Yamal loves taking on defenders and making things happen when it matters most. Discover how this teenage winger became Spain's latest football wonderkid - and why the football world is already watching his every move. Football Superstars is a fast-paced, highly visual series combining bold cartoon illustrations, clear storytelling and a lively cast of characters who add jokes, quotes and commentary throughout.
Everything You Know About Birds is Wrong!
Bird fans will quickly become bird experts with this informative, inventive and entertaining take on an animal book! Do you know all there is to know about birds? They're boring, defenseless and not very smart, right? Well, this book is here to show you that you're WRONG! But don't worry, even the experts can't beright all the time . . . So, let's uncover the truth! From incredible feats of flight to super-powerful senses, discover how everything you think you know about birds is actually untrue in this in-depth, ingenious book. Fascinating, easy to understand text written by zoologist Dr Nick Crumpton. Amazingly detailed full colour artwork on every page and a stunning tactile cover. 29 spreads that bust myths about birds, spotlight biodiversity and encourage children to see the wonder of the animals around them. Includes a full glossary and index to help bird enthusiasts navigate the book and expand their vocabulary. Also available in this series: Everything You Know About Dinosaurs is Wrong!, Everything You Know About Minibeasts is Wrong!, Everything You Know About Sharks is Wrong!, and Everything You Know About the Human Body is Wrong!
All Access Ariana Grande 100% Unofficial
Are you an Arianator? Find out everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the music icon in this biography! It’s a crash course in all things Ariana Grande. Find out the real Ariana Grande in this biography that’s packed with fun facts, stats, top tens and lots more! Follow Ariana's journey from teenage Broadway performer to Nickelodeon TV star, all the way to the record-breaking singer and movie star she is now. It’s all inside this book: Ariana's musical collabs, details about her style and signature ponytail, her love lyrics, her tours and her fans. Plus, you’ll discover Ari's tattoos, key moments in her career and more – thank U, next! Includes eight pages of full-colour photos Covers Ariana's wicked, star-studded career The perfect gift for Arianators, new and old!
Best Brain Ever
Unleash the full potential of your brain with Best Brain Ever! This engaging guide helps kids discover the secrets to creativity, focus, friendship, stress management, and thriving in a tech-filled world. Designed as a children’s version of Sharp: 14 Simple Ways to Improve Your Life with Brain Science, this book is packed with tools, tips, and myth-busting facts that even grown-ups get wrong. Unlock Your Potential: Discover how to embrace challenges with a growth mindset and bust common myths about your brain, like the idea of being "left-brained" or "right-brained.” (Your whole brain is on your team!) Harness Creativity: Find out how constraints can actually make you more creative. Master Focus: Learn how exercise can sharpen your focus and how to manage ADHD effectively (and even turn it into a superpower). Build Better Connections: Strengthen your social intelligence—your ability to understand what others are feeling—and make lasting friendships. Find Calm: Learn stress-busting techniques that will help you feel better even during tough times. Thrive in a Tech-Filled World: Understand how your brain handles texting, posting, and screen time—and why it’s important to take control of your tech use. Best Brain Ever is packed with actionable tips and backed by science that's made understandable thanks to author Therese Huston. Whether you’re boosting your creativity, building friendships, or navigating technology, this book will help you think sharper, feel better, and become the best version of yourself. Start your journey to a smarter, happier brain today! Mayo Clinic Press Kids creates empowering health and wellness content in partnership with pediatric experts. Proceeds from the sale of every book go to benefit important medical research and education at Mayo Clinic.
You Wouldn't Want To Be A Victorian Servant
Roll up your sleeves and tie up your apron - it's time to get to work!As a working class girl turning twelve in Victorian England, you're about to enter the world of hard work by making life easier for a rich family. Prepare to wait on them hand and foot, lighting their fires, cooking their meals and cleaning the entire house and everything in it - you really wouldn't want to be a Victorian servant!The ever-popular You Wouldn't Want to Be series transports readers to some of the grisliest times and places in history, perfect for reluctant readers! The humorous, first-person narrative approach places children directly in the shoes of some of history's most unfortunate people ever to have lived, great for engaging students with the history curriculum and encouraging further non-fiction reading.
Racing Legends: Carlos Sainz
Race through fun facts, stats and stories about your favourite drivers with F1 expert, Maurice Hamilton. Illustrated throughout by Cat Sims. Find out how Carlos Sainz became a racing legend! Covering his rise through the ranks, records and rivalries, this book tells you everything you need to know about the Spanish superstar. Easy to read and fun to share, Racing Legends: Carlos Sainz is perfect for fast and curious minds, whatever their reading ability. Check out the rest of the Racing Legends series for more books to speed through!Other racing legends in the series include Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, Oscar Piastri, Fernando Alonso and George Russell.
The First Book of the Ballet
This enchanting story follows one girl''s journey from her very first trip to the ballet, through the doors of ballet school, and into the world of disciplined yet passionate training. From the beauty of key positions to the grace of timeless choreography, this story invites readers to step into a world where dreams and hard work intertwine.Filled with illustrations of ballet positions, a history of the art form and the captivating tales behind famous ballets, this book is a treasure trove for budding dancers. A glossary of ballet terms makes it the perfect companion for young readers eager to learn.First published in 1953, Anna''s story will captivate young readers and delight adult fans of Noel Streatfeild''s work, including the much-loved Ballet Shoes. Fresh new illustrations bring this classic ballet book for children up to date.
Periods: Everything You Need to Know
Periods: Everything You Need to Know is the go-to guide for modern tweens, teens and beyond about all things period. From Emily MacDonagh, doctor and children's book author. Dr Emily takes on periods. This book won’t just focus on the week of your period – it will go into detail on what happens on each day of the cycle, how the hormones change across the month and bust any period myths you might have heard. Every body is hormonal, and that is actually a good thing. In Periods: Everything You Need to Know, discover: What actually happens during each cycle How your body is affected by hormones and how these control the way your monthly cycle works What period products are on the market right now, and which ones might work for you. Periods: Everything You Need to Know is your no-nonsense guide to all things period.
The Heart
This captivating exploration of the human heart is tailored for children aged 7 to 9. One Heart combines beautiful illustrations with easy-to-understand text and fascinating facts, making complex concepts accessible and engaging for young readers. Delving into topics such as the heart's role in music through rhythm and pulse, its depiction as a symbol of love in art and literature and comparisons between human and animal hearts, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the heart's significance.
MrBeast and Beyond
Dive into the world behind the sensational YouTube channel MrBeast in this illustrated book of fun facts perfect for die-hard fans and newcomers alike!You may know MrBeast, the YouTube mega-sensation with millions and millions of views...but how much do you know about the world behind his videos? This book of fun facts inspired by the YouTube channel plays on themes present in his most-watched videos, from the pyramids of Egypt to the Bermuda Triangle, to being buried alive, to how long it really takes to count to a hundred thousand. Learn the wild, the wacky, and the just plain weird facts and trivia behind his video topics! Perfect for the kid devouring Ripley’s Believe It or Not! or Guinness World Records, the devoted MrBeast watcher on a deep dive, or the casual bystander thinking “wait…he did what?!”. This book is not authorized, endorsed, or sponsored by any person or entity owning or controlling any rights in the MrBeast name, products, or trademarks.
This Book Will (Help) Make You Happy
Discover how you can cut the stress, catch up on sleep and breathe a little easier with 50 practical tips to really make you feel happier! Updated edition with a new cover. The world is a pretty stressful place, especially right now, and we all need some help reminding us to take care of ourselves. But the good news is that there are loads of easy tips and tricks to keep yourself feeling happy, from customising your own bedtime ritual to how to resolve arguments with your parents. Complete with simple breathing exercises, yoga poses and even advice on the best food to eat when you're feeling down, this is a one-stop guide to transform worried kids into happy, confident ones. Author Suzy Reading, a mum of two as well as being a chartered psychologist and yoga teacher, knows that the emotional wellbeing of children is just as important as their physical health. Good mental health allows children to develop the resilience to cope with whatever life throws at them and grow into well-rounded, healthy adults. Funny, engaging and practical - and brought to life with illustrations by Alex Paterson - this is the ideal book to help readers cope with their emotions and face each day raring to go.
Dead Ends!
From New York Times bestselling author Lindsey Fitzharris, a riveting middle grade nonfiction book about medicine's most fascinating failures and dead ends. Beheadings! Bloodletting! Bodysnatching! Journey down a snaking road bristling with medicine’s most astonishing “dead ends.” Marvel at the diagnoses, experiments, and treatments that were frequently useless, and often harmful, but that sometimes led doctors to discoveries that changed the world for the better. Enjoy a whirlwind tour of the human body—from brain, to heart, to limbs—during which New York Times bestselling author Lindsey Fitzharris and caricaturist Adrian Teal will guide you through centuries of medical mistakes, festooned with riveting facts, pitch-perfect humor, and vivid illustrations. Celebrate the flukes, flops, and failures that have given science a better understanding of our bodies and ways to treat them. This fascinating book of foul-ups is sure to delight young readers, and inspire them to embrace their failures, too!
Football Legends: Declan Rice
Be inspired by Football Legend, Declan Rice! Follow Declan’s Rice to becoming one of the top midfielders in the world. Known for his stamina and tackling, Rice has become an essential player for England and Arsenal. Read all about the start of his career proving himself at West Ham after being dropped by Chelsea, his success on and off the court and his standout goals in major championship games. Football Legends: Young readers will love finding out all about the lives of their favourite players in this captivating biography series. Packed with footie facts, match stats and Declan Rice’s career highlights. Amazing cover artwork illustrated by Manchester-based artist, Stanley Chow, whose iconic work has found worldwide acclaim.
Racing Legends: George Russell
Race through fun facts, stats and stories about your favourite drivers with F1 expert, Maurice Hamilton. Illustrated in black and white throughout by Cat Sims. Discover how George Russell became a racing legend in this fun, illustrated, fact-filled book! Read about his wins, losses and find out about the history of Formula One. Easy to read and fun to share, Racing Legends: George Russell is perfect for fast and curious minds, whatever their reading ability. Check out the rest of the Racing Legends series for more books to speed through!Other racing legends in this series include Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, Charles Leclerc, Oscar Piastri, Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz.
Plague-Busters!
From New York Times bestselling author Lindsey Fitzharris, a riveting middle grade nonfiction book about diseases that have shaped the course of human history. * “Chock-full of awesomely appalling medical history.” —Shelf Awareness, starred review* “Engaging, informative, but also gross.” —School Library Journal, starred reviewSchool Library Journal Best Book of 2023 Cybils 2023 Nonfiction Middle Grade Finalist 2024 Best STEM Books Award from National Science Teaching Association 2024 Grateful American Book Prize Honorable MentionSmallpox! Rabies! Black Death! Throughout history humankind has been plagued by . . . well, by plagues. The symptoms of these diseases were gruesome—but the remedies were even worse. Get to know the ickiest illnesses that have infected humans and affected civilizations through the ages. Each chapter explores the story of a disease, including the scary symptoms, kooky cures, and brilliant breakthroughs that it spawned. Medical historian and bestselling author Lindsey Fitzharris lays out the facts with her trademark wit, and Adrian Teal adds humor with cartoons and caricatures drawn in pitch black and blood red. Diseases covered in this book include bubonic plague, smallpox, rabies, tuberculosis, cholera, and scurvy. Thanks to centuries of sickness and a host of history’s most determined plague-busters, this riveting book features everything you've ever wanted to know about the world's deadliest diseases.
