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Welcome to the glamorous world of motor racing! With Formula One''s viewership rocketing and the increasing popularity of a host of other motorsports, now is the ideal time to get this complete, fun and fully photographic kids'' guide to racing.Inside, readers can find out all about the best F1 drivers and tracks, the latest NASCAR stars and their cars, the coolest bikes and riders in MotoGP and all about a host of other motorsports, from dirt bike racing to demolition derbies and the monster car scene. There''s also plenty of info about the coolest high-speed technology, the latest up-and-coming competitions, the action-packed story of every sport, and tech specs for the fastest vehicles.Whether you''re a diehard F1 fan or you love any kind of fast-paced racing action, this is the book for you.

Slow down and see the big picture in this warm, witty and beautifully illustrated book for children and adults inviting us to wonder at our precious time on Earth.You are invited to travel through the ages in the company of a 4,000-year-old yew tree named Eunice, whose perspective on time is very different from our own. Her wisdom will get you pondering: why is humanity in such a rush lately? Why does time fly and sometimes drag? And how can the actions of one generation change things for those who follow?Guiding you on a journey from the extremely long past to the head-spinning present and the unshaped future, Eunice reminds us that in a world that seems to be travelling at warp speed, taking your time is sometimes the best thing you can do. After all, some of the most important things in life can''t be sped up. A Tree is a Time Machine is an antidote to uncertain times, and the perfect gift for anyone who has ever felt like they just want the world to slow down.By the authors of The Biggest Footprint, winner of the James Cropper Wainwright Prize for Children''s Nature Writing 2022.

This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)In this retelling of a traditional tale, a hare and a tortoise decide to have a race. Hare is confident and stops to rest, but Tortoise keeps going. Who will wi? eading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills. Fantastic stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child's reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. This retelling of the original traditional tale is suitable for children aged 5-7, or those reading at book band Green 5.

The cover of this book features a fantastic spinning disc which can be turned to create a hypnotical spiral illusion... you won't believe your eyes!Dive into the fascinating world of optical illusions with this incredible book packed with mind-boggling images and fun facts. Kids will marvel at illusions that seem to move, objects that appear impossible, and pictures that transform before their eyes. This book also unlocks the secrets behind these visual tricks. Discover how your brain and eyes work together to create the magic of illusions. Perfect for curious minds and budding scientists, this book will inspire hours of wonder and exploration. Are you ready to challenge what you see? The adventure begins here!

Mandy is a banana. A yellow, bendy, half-moon-shaped banana. The problem is, Mandy doesn''t want to be a banana. She would rather be a prickly pineapple like Pedro, a round watermelon like Wilhelmina, or - frankly - ANYTHING other than a banana. It takes a plucky little blueberry called Blip to help Mandy focus on her ''haves'' rather than her ''have-nots'' and to celebrate what makes her so unique, so bendy, so brilliant and so absolutely, utterly . . . BANANA!A quirky celebration of learning to love the skin you''re in, featuring an all-star cast of fruit-bowl friends. Heartwarming and funny in equal measure, Mandy is Still a Banana is guaranteed to be a hit with little ones and adults alike.

Calling all mystery fans: The Werelock and Scratch Detective Agency needs you!Can you help Werelock - the world''s greatest (and only) werewolf detective - and his raven assistant, Scratch, solve the case before it''s too late?''A brilliantly fun puzzle-filled mystery!'' - Andy Shepherd, author of The Boy Who Grew Dragons When someone steals the ashes of Gothica City''s vampire mayor, Werelock''s mother is wrongly accused. Desperate to prove her innocence and bring the mayor back to unlife, Werelock and Scratch are launched into the ultimate treasure hunt.All clues point to the mayor''s long-hidden, dangerous mind-controlling potions. Our daring duo, along with you, dear reader, must race to find the potions before they fall into the wrong hands.Will Werelock and Scratch succeed, or will they fall into a villain''s mind-control trap?With puzzles, clues and riddles to work out, this hilarious, highly illustrated, inventive mystery needs the reader''s help to crack the case!

Unearth the secret lives of stones in this dazzling cabinet of curiosities exploring the fascinating stories of 25 spectacular rocks and gems.Delve into a world of gemstones, rocks and minerals to discover the golden amber that once dripped as liquid resin in prehistoric forests, capturing ancient creatures for eternity. Find out how deep-blue lapis lazuli has been prized for thousands of years and used to make a rare paint pigment by artists during the Renaissance and discover the amazing magnetic properties of lodestone and how this helped Chinese sailors navigate the oceans over 2,000 years ago.Covering geology, history, myth and folklore, renowned art-critic Hettie Judah brings the stories of stones to life, with beautiful illustrations by award-winning artist Jennifer N R Smith. All stones have a story to tell - - stories that can teach us about the history of the planet and our own human past.

Have you met the Moods?There''s Happy who has the biggest SMILE. And Grumpy whose frown will most definitely NOT turn upside down. There''s Worry who thinks and thinks and THINKS. And Excited who just can''t sit still.But how do you tell the difference between Happy and Excited or Grumpy and Sadness? And how can you make Worry go away?With laugh-out-loud character profiles, Meet the Moods introduces children to different moods, including what they feel like and how they might make you behave. It''s the perfect picture book to get little ones talking about BIG feelings.

This story is part of Reading Champion, a series carefully linked to book bands to encourage independent reading skills, developed with Dr Sue Bodman and Glen Franklin of UCL Institute of Education (IOE)In this retelling of a traditional tale, a young shepherd boy gets fed up when he looks after the sheep. He cries, "Wolf!" to play a trick on the people in the village. Then, one day, a wolf really does come, and he discovers why it doesn''t pay to tell lies... Reading Champion offers independent reading books for children to practise and reinforce their developing reading skills.Fantastic stories are accompanied by engaging artwork and a reading activity. Each book has been carefully graded so that it can be matched to a child''s reading ability, encouraging reading for pleasure. This retelling of the original traditional tale is suitable for children aged 5-7, or those reading at book band Green 5.

Step into the magical world of Hedgewitch, where the land of Faerie lies just beyond our own . . . The fourth book in the enchanting Hedgewitch series, perfect for children age 9+ and readers of Nevermoor and Michelle Harrison.To complete the next step in her witch''s training, Cassie Morgan must invent a brand-new spell. However, she is struggling for inspiration - so she jumps at the chance to attend the Covenmoot. Every five years, covens from all over Britain and Ireland meet to take part in a series of challenging games in the hopes of winning the Covenmoot Cauldron. Cassie and her friends travel to Glen Carlin, a remote valley in the Scottish Highlands, to take part. But menacing forces haunt the moors and rumours of the ancient Stonewitch swirl through the camp. Cassie and her coven must work together to prove themselves in the Covenmoot, while long-hidden secrets come to light and the wicked Erl King''s power grows.Witches aren''t born, they''re made ...

"One small toot for man, one giant butt-blast for man-kind."All aboard the Butt Force Two! Blast through the galaxy and back again in this TOOT-ally hilarious rhyming romp following the most destructive fart to ever be farted! When Eddie's dad lets off an EARTH-SHATTERING fart, they know it's about to take the universe by stinky storm. And only they can stop it . . . Get ready for a toot-acular, rip-roaring, out-of-this-world adventure to catch the powerful parp!Perfect for children (and adults) who love a little potty-humour! Written - but not inspired by - Matt Coyne, bestselling author and creator of the Man vs. Baby blog, with EXPLOSIVE artwork by Richard Merritt. The perfect gift for tooting dads everywhere!Praise for Matt Coyne:'A hero for dads everywhere' Daily Mirror'Very, very funny' This Morning

Dinosaurs went extinct 66 million years ago, but their fossils can still be found hidden beneath the earth - if you know how to look for them. Learn how to be a dinosaur detective and join a team at every stage of the process, from planning an expedition and digging for clues to safely transporting any finds back for study. Meet the palaeontologists and geologists who cross continents to uncover underground fossils and the researchers and palaeoartists who work out the stories from the bones.We''re going on a dinosaur hunt... what will we find?Written by an expert palaeontologist with experience of discovering new species, each stage in the process is verified and a perfect resource for fossil hunters aged 7 and up.

Dreams. We all have them, but why? And most importantly, what do they mean? Inside this book, you will find the answers to these questions and more. Discover the meaning behind dozens of common dreams, from missing teeth to flying, or taking an impossible school test. Find out how to master your nightmares, and learn about the science behind dreaming and getting a good night''s sleep. It''s all illustrated in a fun, accessible style that will help put your mind at ease and give you an insight into the importance of these wonderful nighttime adventures.

The bestselling author of The Land of Stories and A Tale of Magic returns in the sequel to Roswell Johnson Saves the World! Packed with humor and heart, the second book in this action-packed adventure series is another epic journey, this time, to save the galaxy! Perfect for fans of Guardians of the Galaxy.Something very strange is happening in our galaxy. People, spaceships, and even whole stars are disappearing without a trace. The Milky Way Galactic Alliance have no explanation, so it''s up to Roswell and his alien friends to solve the mystery themselves. But, along the way, Roswell discovers new technology that could put our solar system in grave danger. Can he save not just the world, but the entire galaxy?

Dive into an exciting world of video game heroes and their trusty sidekicks with this action-packed, highly illustrated independent and unoffical book for young gamers. Including reviews of the best games and profiles of all your favorite heroes, from Mario to Sonic to Kirby and Astro Bot, this book introduces kids to their favorite characters and the stories behind them. So... who''s the best? You get to choose! Bursting with colorful artwork and fun facts, it''s perfect for inspiring the imaginations of the youngest gamers.

Dream up your own amazing inventions with this fantastically creative sketchbook!This book is packed with Andrew Rae''s incredible drawings showing all sorts of real inventions that seem too weird to work. How about a dog umbrella? A submarine that looks like a plane ... or even a shark. A swimming machine where you don''t get wet? A car wash for people? Someone has even made a device to charge your cell phone using a hamster!There is plenty of inspiration to get kids'' minds going, and plenty of room to add their own awesome inventions to the mix. They can design the best beach buggy ever, create a brand-new candy to share with the world, or even draw a transformer dinosaur! Includes a patent certificate for their very own amazing invention.