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A Little Blue Dot
**Longlisted for the SLA Information Book Awards 2025**Meet the planets and discover why Earth is so special in this heart-warming story about our solar system.Somewhere in our vast universe floats a little blue dot. This dot is Earth and she is surrounded by lots of impressive planets – Saturn with his ice-crystal rings and 146 moons, fiery Mars with his huge storms and volcanoes, bright and beautiful Venus...Earth feels small and insignificant, until the other planets tell her why she is the envy of them all. And then another little voice, very close by, has something important to say.A Little Blue Dot is a story packed full of scientific information about the planets in our solar system and space exploration. Told by the planets themselves and charmingly illustrated, this reassuring story will be a hit with readers big and small.
How to Be an Actor and Other Film and TV Jobs
Discover what it's really like to be an actor, and all of the other jobs behind the scenes, in this fascinating illustrated guide written by actor Hannah New. Learn about the skills you need to become an actor, how actors get their roles and what a typical day on set looks like from start to finish. Not sure about being on camera? From agents and construction managers to directors and writers, there are lots of different jobs to do on a film or television production. Costume designers pick the outfits that the characters wear, from ballgowns to futuristic spacesuits Music composers write the music you hear in the background The special effects team work with the actors to create exciting action scenes How to Be an Actor is the ideal book for children who love films and tv, and want to bring stories to life.
Skateboarding Box of Tricks
From Olympic medallist Sky Brown''s book ''The Life-Changing Magic of Skateboarding'', this box of tricks is perfect for any budding skateboarder. Whether you''re just getting started with skateboarding or you''re looking to learn something new to impress your friends at the skatepark, these cards will have something for you!- Step-by-step instructions for 25 epic tricks, including flips, grabs and slides, from the very basics to more advanced moves.- Includes a leaflet with tips on boards, equipment and safety.- With fun-filled, engaging illustrations from Shaw Davidson on every card, this deck of cards is sure to inspire children to try some new tricks for themselves.
You Have the Power
Join Lioness Leah Williamson, Arsenal and England women’s football player, as she shows girls that they can be a leader at any age, and that huge things can happen when they believe in themselves!This edition features a bonus new chapter, where Leah talks about her injury, missing the World Cup, resilience and the importance of self-belief.In the summer of 2022 Leah led the Lionesses to victory in the European Championships – now she wants to show kids that they can achieve anything they put your mind to, both on and off the pitch, no matter what other people say.This positive guide for life will inspire young girls to lead like a pro, and motivate them to do what they love.Written with football writer Suzanne Wrack, You Have the Power is filled with stories from Leah’s own life and tons of brilliant advice, to show children and teens how to find their strength and empower them to follow their dreams.
Super Fun Geology Activities for Kids
Dig in and learn about the Earth under your feet. Super Fun Geology Activities for Kids features simple, inexpensive, and fun experiments that explore the Earth’s surface, structure, and processes. Based on the best-selling book Geology Lab for Kids, this family-friendly guide explores the wonders of geology, such as the formation of crystals and fossils, the layers of the Earth’s crust, and how water shapes mountains, valleys, and canyons. There is no excuse for boredom with these captivating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) activities.In this book, you will learn:How to identify the most common rocks and mineralsHow to maintain and display your rock collectionHow insects are trapped and preserved in amberHow geysers and volcanoes form and eruptHow layers of rock reveal a record of timeHow to pan for gold like a real prospectorGeology is an exciting science that helps us understand the world we live in, and Super Fun Geology Activities for Kids actively engages readers in simple, creative activities that reveal the larger world at work.Super Fun Geology Activities for Kids contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples for each project. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels.
Super Fun Slime Projects
Get creative and find peace within by making your very own oddly satisfying borax-free slimes with this visually enticing book of photo-illustrated tutorials.Scientific studies have found that playing with slime can dramatically decrease stress levels. Based on the best-selling book Ultimate Slime, Super Fun Slime Projects features dozens of borax-free recipes invented by Alyssa Jagan, popular Instagram slimer of @CraftySlimeCreator fame. She makes creating gorgeous, satisfying slime so simple! Through step-by-step photo illustrations accompanied by clear, easy-to-follow instructions, you’ll see how to do everything you need to create a world of slime in a rainbow of colors and incredible textures.Your slimy journey starts with some basic recipes, including kid-safe slime, then you’ll learn to make every type of slime imaginable, from beginner to advanced. Discover how to supercharge your slime by adding vibrant colors and all kinds of awesome mix-ins to create:Metallic SlimeConfetti SlimeJiggly SlimeFluffy SlimeKinetic SlimeAvalanche SlimeBubbly SlimeCompletely Clear SlimeAnd more—there are no limits to what you will create!You’ll also find ideas for fun things to do with your slime like make cool sounds and create stress balls, slime jars, and even slime food replicas.Find your happy place with these magically relaxing slimes, directly from the mind of the @CraftySlimeCreator herself, Alyssa Jagan.
An Anthology of Shells
A beautiful collection featuring notes, spectacular photos and illustrations of more than 100 types of shell.A compact version of DK’s bestselling anthology series, An Anthology of Shells is perfect for young nature enthusiasts aged 7-9 for taking on the go.Children can marvel at a wide range of shells from around the world that no collection would be complete without. Learn all about the shell shapes, colours and textures - and get up close with the snails, crabs, and clams that live in them.This impressive shells anthology for kids offers:The third book in the new compact spin-off of the bestselling Children’s Anthologies series, selling more than 100,000 copies in the UK. A magnificent collection of over 100 shell profiles and their creatures from all over the world, from tropical rainforests to icy Antarctic waters.A quality gift book, with metallic foil and striking photographs on every page.An Anthology of Shells pairs photography with storybook descriptions that will captivate young readers, whether it’s marvelling at conchs or clams. Featuring photographs of striking formations and illustrations by the artist behind DK’s bestselling Anthology series, as well as plenty of intriguing information, this book will be one to treasure for young conchologists.More in the seriesAnthology of Shells is part of the beautiful, new and compact Anthology spin-off series. Complete the series and nurture your child''s curiosity as they explore geology and earth materials with Rocks and Minerals or mushroom species with the Fungi field guide.
Roman Diary
Explore the city at the heart of the ancient Roman Empire with Iliona, a Greek girl captured by pirates and sold into slavery.The year is AD102 and Iliona, an educated Greek girl, has been orphaned and sold as a slave in Rome. Apart from her beloved diary, she hasn''t a friend in the world... But the family she works for are not unkind, and as Iliona begins to make friends and look around her, she discovers that the teeming city at the heart of the empire is a fascinating place. Through her eyes, watch the Roman army return in triumph from war against the Dacians, visit Nero''s baths, witness gladiators fighting in the famous amphitheatre, attend the senate and a sumptuous banquet, discover how Roman women style their hair and much more!
Yves Saint Laurent - Little People, Big Dreams
Discover the inspiring story of Yves Saint Laurent, the ground-breaking designer who changed fashion forever.
Growing up in the Algerian city of Oran, little Yves loved exploring his mother's wardrobe and designing dresses for paper dolls. But life outside his family wasn't always happy - at school, he was teased for having different hobbies and sometimes, he even pretended to be ill to avoid lessons. Still, Yves didn't let the mean voices hold him back. He continued to carve his creative path and spent hours sewing tiny outfits from scraps of fabric, dreaming of a future in fashion.
At eighteen, his hard work paid off when he was invited to join a top fashion school in Paris, and after even more hard work, Yves was invited to join the famous fashion house Dior, where he became their lead designer! Later, with the support of his lifelong partner Pierre, Yves started his own fashion house. His bold and stylish designs - like tuxedo suits and pea coats - revolutionised women's clothing and continue to influence fashion today.
Yves's story shows the power of staying true to your dreams - even when it's challenging. Inspiring and beautifully told, Little People, BIG DREAMS: Yves Saint Laurent teaches children about courage, creativity, and self-expression.
From the bestselling series Little People, BIG DREAMS, this book features quirky illustrations, extra facts, a timeline of Yves's life with historical photos and a detailed profile of his inspiring journey. It's the perfect gift for young creatives and fashion-lovers.
The Brainiac's Book of the Internet
We use the internet every day to connect with friends, to share information, and to keep ourselves entertained, but what exactly is it? And how does it work? Dr. Larissa Suzuki is the brainiac with the answers.In this fun and interactive book, you will discover how computers store information and communicate with other devices, how downloading and streaming work, and what makes the internet fast or slow.Tips on how to use social media and communicate safely online make this book an essential read for internet- loving kids and their families, along with the info on what makes the best password and how to discover your IP address.The Brainiac''s Book of the Internet
Geography A Children's Encyclopedia
Learn all about geography on planet Earth in this jam-packed visual encyclopedia for children.Get to know the processes that shape our world through amazing facts and colourful diagrams in this fully updated edition of the popular Geography A Children’s Encyclopedia.This encyclopedia for children aged 9-12 is full of beautiful pictures that bring the natural world to life and show Earth’s most amazing features. Each concept is broken down clearly, with colourful diagrams describing geological processes, while the water cycle and the structure of a rainforest canopy are fully explained.This geography book for kids offers: All aspects of physical and human geography explained clearly with the help of maps and country factfiles.A refreshed and updated edition, including a new design and the latest facts and stats on the subject.An essential reference for children, looking at the latest topics like the effects of climate change.Learn about the processes that shape our world, from ice ages to global warming, earthquakes to tsunamis and explore the wonders of the natural world, from the peak of Mount Everest to the very bottom of the Mariana Trench.Children can carry the world wherever they go, from the deserts of Africa to the low countries of Europe, the lush forests of Brazil to the coral reefs of Indonesia and Australia. This encyclopedia expands horizons and is a fantastic resource for children interested in geography, geology, environmental science, and sociology.Explore the series!Globally, the Children’s Encyclopedia series has sold more than 4 million copies worldwide. Uncover the marvels of our world with Science, explore the deep blue with Ocean, discover our solar system and beyond with Space, understand anatomy with Human Body and get to grips with world-famous sculptures with Art.
The Cities of the Future
Discover how cities around the world are transforming into greener, more innovative, and people-friendly spaces while continuing to develop. In this inspiring book, Didier Cornille takes readers on a journey to visit pioneering cities like Curitiba in Brazil, London in the UK and Berlin in Germany, showcasing their impressive green initiatives and vibrant communities. Meet the visionary architects, passionate residents and energetic leaders driving these changes, and learn how both children and adults can contribute to making their own cities more liveable. This captivating exploration of over ten forward-thinking cities offers a glimpse into the future of urban living and inspires us all to take action. *Winner of a Silver California Eureka! Nonfiction award*
Lands of Belonging: A History of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Britain
Revised and updated in paperback, Lands of Belonging is a unique exploration of the rich and complicated history of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Britain. There are many ways of telling the same story, and how you tell it depends on your point of view. Some stories are so complicated, or difficult to explain, that they're not often told at all. Like the story of how a company ended up running a country, or how one man drawing a line on a map could change the lives of millions of people forever. This book aims to piece together the interesting, surprising, and sometimes very sad story of India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, and Britain, and how these countries have shaped one another over the centuries. From exploring the vast empires and amazing inventions of ancient India, to revealing the challenges faced by South Asian migrants to Britain - or celebrating the amazing culture, innovations, inventions, and achievements of British people of South Asian heritage today - this book shows how the past, present and future of these four countries will always be intertwined. Written by Donna and Vikesh Amey Bhatt who were inspired to write this book for their two young sons, with consultancy by Rajbir Hazelwood, historian of South Asia and Modern Britain, Lands of Belonging includes an exploration of the impact of British rule over India (India, Pakistan and Bangladesh were all one country at the time), from the foundation of the East India Company to India's involvement in supporting Britain during both World Wars, to India's fight for independence and the British government's decision to Partition the country, resulting in the largest migration of people in history.
Choose Your Own Evolution: Go Extinct or Survive? You Decide!
Evolution as you've never seen it before! An incredible pick-your-own-path adventure through the story of life on Earth. Think of an animal, any animal at all. It could be a shark, a squid, a snail, or even a human like you! Every single animal has a secret history. A death-defying adventure that has happened across millions of years, called evolution. On every page, you will discover a new animal with its own exciting story to tell. It's up to YOU to make the decisions that will lead to their next evolutionary step. Can you survive to the present-day or will you face extinction along the way? Will you grow a backbone, take to the skies, or dive deeper for your dinner? For the first time ever, the journey is in your hands . . . This unique book features ferociously funny and brilliantly accessible science from zoologist, author and TV presenter Jules Howard. Meet chimpanzees and chickens, Tyrannosaurus rexes and tigers, with over 50 different animal endings to discover. The perfect introduction to the awe-inspiring story of life on Earth. Bronze winner in the Best Designed Book for Children (Factual) category at the Junior Design Awards 2025.
A Bear Belongs
The perfect follow-up for fans of Fourteen Wolves, this uplifting eco story follows the amazing true tale of three endangered sun bear cubs. Meet Tan-Tan ''the tiny one'', Kitud ''the quiet one'' and Boboi ''the big brother'', and follow them from their heartbreaking beginnings as little cubs stolen from their natural habitat, through to their heroic rescue by Dr Wong before being released back into the wild Bornean rainforest where they belong. Featuring insightful fact pages about the amazing flora and fauna of the rainforest and its importance to the ecosystem, alongside inspiring information about how to save the bears.
How to Build a Racing Car
Build your own moving race car from household objects in this step-by-step guide based on the science behind Formula One.Take your place at the starting gate and fire up your engine: it’s time to build your very own racing car! Join presenter and maker Fran Scott for a crash course in racing engineering, then use your new-found skills to build your own awesome air-powered machine using household objects. From the chassis to the engine, discover the science behind Formula One in this perfect project for budding young engineers. So what are you waiting for? 3, 2, 1 … let’s race!
We Are All Inventors!
Unleash your IMAGINATION and learn all about INVENTING in this fact-packed new picture book from the bestselling creator of the FANTASTICALLY GREAT WOMEN series and WE ARE ALL ASTRONAUTS. This is the perfect introduction to inventing for the next generation of curious creators, whoever they may be.Can you feel it? That FANTASTICAL FIZZ of CURIOSITY? Lizzy Sparks has the spark, the spark of INVENTION, and she’s going to need it because her pet hamster Gizmo is MISSING! That''s where Ruby, Lizzy''s super-smart babysitter, comes in. She''s going to show Lizzy how inventors NEVER give up … because there''s an inventor in ALL of us. And maybe Lizzy can invent the perfect solution to find Gizmo. Join Lizzy, Ruby and Gizmo in the second title of Kate Pankhurst''s new non-fiction picture book series. Including facts on famous female inventors, biomimicry, how inventions are made, life-saving inventions, planet-saving inventions and MORE! Mixing STEM topics with a story of adventure and learning will inspire and entertain curious minds.
Score Like a Striker
Learn how to TACKLE, SCORE and SAVE like your favourite players in this new football series by bestselling author, Ben Lyttleton!Scoring goals sounds simple, right? Get the ball and put it in the back of the net. Then do a celebratory dance! Easy.The truth is, scoring goals is not easy. Not easy at all. So how do your favourite strikers like Haaland, Russo and Mbappé do it?Strikers come in all different shapes and sizes, and there are LOTS of ways to score a goal. Whether you’re going to take a left-footed shot from nine yards out or a right-footed strike from the edge of the penalty area, this book will give you the skills, techniques, tactics and mindset needed to be a top striker and improve every aspect of your game.So lace up your boots, get out on the pitch and let’s score some gooooooaaaaaalllssssss!
The Book of Snakes
Explore the amazing world of snakes like never before! Read the notes, sketches and photographs of a globe-trotting snake expert and discover her amazing journey of discovery, as she gets up close with over 20 different snake species from all over the world, with details on their habitat, size, unique features, and prey.As well as fantastic, close-up photography, the book also includes annotated sketches of the snakes and thrilling stories of encountering each one - it''s like having access to a real explorer''s journal. Told as a fictional story of snake encounters across the globe, this realistic account is a fantastic visual guide to the world''s deadliest, fastest, most unusual, and rarest snakes.
