Features over 60 jokes and rhymes, each with their own hilarious illustration - suitable for playground comedians. This title offers silly rhymes, crazy crossbreeds and a whole library of joke titles.
A wiro-bound hardback book featuring four pages of stickers and several other paper novelties. It offers information on ancient Greek gods, monsters, heroes, and culture as a whole.
A guide that reveals intricate details and characteristics of the rocks and minerals. It offers introduction on identifying and classifying minerals and sections on each type of rock and mineral.
Includes images that reveal the intricate details and characteristics of our stars and planets. This guide gives you knowledge of the galaxy at your fingertips. It offers information on the tools and techniques that you need to observe the night skies and a guide to all 88 constellations.
The next instalment in the successful Welcome to the Museum series, Oceanarium explores the planet's largest and most important habitat, beautifully illustrated by Teagan White.
Walk the galleries to meet deadly sharks, colourful tropical fish, tiny seahorses and enormous whales in this beautifully illustrated book which looks at creatures found in every corner of the ocean.
So you've got a new bike? Step by step guides with illustrations to help you change a tyre, check your bike for wear and tear plus access to bonus video footage with Sir Chris Packed full of handy hints, fun facts, quizzes, checklists and illustrations, Sir Chris shows you how to look after your bike and much, much more.
Award-winning historian Alice Albinia takes readers on a journey across oceans and centuries, uncovering the secrets of 20 fascinating islands - each vividly brought to life through first-hand stories and illustrated maps.
Join writer and activist Hiba Noor Khan as she takes you on an inspiring journey across the globe to meet eighteen young activists who are fighting against climate change.
This illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the differences between the groups, and why insects are the most important animal group on Earth.
Celebrating 10 years of this timeless collection of Aesop's favourite tales, retold by Michael Morpurgo - author of War Horse - and illustrated by renowned artist, Emma Chichester Clark.
A dictionary of real and invented words used by the world's best storyteller. The Oxford Roald Dahl Dictionary reveals what they mean, where they came from and how he used them in his stories. It will inspire you to choose and use each word brilliantly in your own writing - whether it's a real word, a Roald Dahl word or your own made-up one!
A ripping adventure for young crafty kids who love to create and make! Can you help the explorers fill in the picture and finish their adventure? At the back of the book, you'll find 13 sheets of brightly coloured and patterned paper for little hands to rip and glue to complete the scenes.
A wide range of top children's artists and professional illustrators, including Thomas Flintham who created one of the top-selling books in the original Pictura series.
Mr X has stolen the Maze Stone, which has the power to turn the whole of Opera City into a maze. Can you help Pierre and his friend Carmen find their way through the mazes and stop Mr X before it's too late?
'Hi, I'm Earth! But you can call me Planet Awesome.' In this hilarious and informative book filled to the brim with eye-opening, kid-friendly facts about our planet, you'll find scientifically accurate information from beloved children's book author Stacy McAnulty and vibrant art by award-winning illustrator David Litchfield.
Explore six renewable energy technologies that are used around the world! Accessible verse and lush illustrations introduce children to important information about how we can harness the planet's natural resources including wind, water and sun. Extensive endnotes further explain the science behind each power source and the benefits of clean energy.
Looks with 3D terrain models that take you on a trip to the surfaces of the rocky planets. As well as covering the Sun, the planets, hundreds of moons and thousands of asteroids and comets, this title includes all the major Solar System missions, right up to the Mars rovers.
Young people living with dire situations tell their heart-warming stories in their own words. This is combined with facts, timelines, statistics and reports by governments and aid agencies. This story tells the life of Daniel. Curriculum Links: PHSE & Citizenship KS2/KS3 Geography KS3.
Richard Scarry's beloved Busylande meets the Middle Ages - and the result is a joyful reworked fairy tale starring knights on horseback, wandering minstrels, intrepid peasants, a beautiful princess and a frightening dragon! Busylande is a very busy, happy kingdom - until a roaring dragon kidnaps Princess Lily.
A little book full of words and phrases inspired by Roald Dahl's stories of fantabulous animals, frightswiping creatures and beastliness! Packed with bewildering words and fun ideas, it is the perfect inspiration gift to help children get writing creatively and build their confidence with words.
A little book full of words and phrases all about food from the delunctuous to the yucksome! Packed with toothsome wordy snippets and fun ideas from Roald Dahl's brilliant stories and characters, it is the perfect inspiration gift to help children get writing creatively and build their confidence with words.
Packed full of photos of natural wonders, including rocks, minerals, gems, shells and fossils. This title displays more than 1,200 full-colour specimens, from sapphires and rubies to silver and pearl, revealing the qualities of each material and how it is used in industry, architecture, art and science.
Roman Colosseum explores the architectural achievements and hidden secrets held within the walls of this ancient arena. Step inside the enormous, boldly designed Roman Colosseum and uncover the secret lives of the people who lived, worked and built this ancient monument.
Rosalind Franklin: air-raid warden, scientist, pioneer. Uncover fascinating facts about the extraordinary life of trailblazing scientist, Rosalind Franklin.
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Rosalind Franklin, the scientist who was crucial to the discovery of the double helix in DNA.
A beautiful tale for dreamers from award-winning author Katherine Woodfine. Based on the life of Rose Bertin, the woman credited with creating haute-couture, and featuring stunning illustrations by Kate Pankhurst.
Rosie may seem quiet during the day, but at night she's a brilliant who dreams of becoming a great engineer. When her Great, Great Aunt Rose (Rosie the Riveter) comes for a visit and mentions her one unfinished goal--to fly--Rosie sets to work building a contraption to make her aunt's dream come true.
Teaches kids everything they would want to know about the exciting world of science. With key curriculum information, this book is packed with fun facts, quizzes, photography. It also introduces all the key topics for age 6+ readers covering everything from light and electricity, to animals and parts of the body.
Packed with notes and tips, this book helps children to learn about the properties of and differences between, solids, liquids and gases. It also includes exercises and activities for your child to strengthen their learning in school.
Packed with notes and tips, this book helps children to learn about the five senses, light, and shadow. It also includes exercises and activities for your child to strengthen their learning in school.
Packed with notes and tips, this book helps children to learn about the differences and similarities between living things, and how materials can change when forces act upon them. It also includes exercises and activities for your child to strengthen their learning in school.
Packed with notes and tips, this book helps children to learn about different sorts of materials, their uses, and how they can be changed. It also includes exercises and activities for your child to strengthen their learning in school.
Packed with notes and tips, this book helps children to learn about living things and the processes of life, why plants have flowers, and how to eat a balanced diet. It also includes exercises and activities for your child to strengthen their learning in school.
A new title in Young Reading, Series Three. Aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. A fascinating look at The Second World War and its causes and effects across the world.
Allows young children to discover the inner workings of the human body in a gently humorous, yet wholly accurate way. Colour illustrations and diagrams display all the major organs of the human body and are accompanied by witty, clear and informative factual text. It contains over fifty flaps, which children can lift to reveal extra detail.
How are plants and animals related? What is the Universe made of? And just what is the big secret behind it all? Find out all about the mysteries which scientists have been exploring for thousands of years.
Pictura is a stunning range of black-and-white artworks to collect and colour, for ages 9 to 90. This title features the stunning artwork of the renowned illustrator Shaun Tan.
With the full consent of the estate of the late, and undeniably great, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Philip Ardagh, a life-long Sherlock Holmes fan, has taken illustrations from issues of "The Strand Magazine" and welded them together to create "The Silly Side of Sherlock Holmes: A Brand New Adventure Using a Bunch of Old Pictures".
Packed with fascinating facts such as physical and behavioural characteristics, with information about snake evolution, habitats, reproductive behaviour, feeding, defence and much more on 60 snakes, this is a beautiful and comprehensive guide to some of nature's most compelling animals.
Teaches kids everything they would want to know about the solar system. With key curriculum information, this title covers topics ranging from the planets to meteorites. Packed with fun facts, quizzes and photography, it helps you discover what the weather is like on Jupiter, or take a trip across Mars with the rover mission.
A Medieval Castle examines the architectural achievements and hidden secrets held within the walls of some of history's greatest fortifications. Explore the motives behind medieval castle building in this informative visual guide to the most fascinating fortresses in history!
Ancient Roman Fort explores the architectural genius the almighty ancient Roman army. Step inside a Roman fort and discover the innovative techniques used to defend the structure from hostile neighbours and marauding bands.
Viking Town is an invaluable guide to one of the most important periods in history. Step inside a Viking town and discover for yourself what it was like to live and work in this bustling centre of long-distance trade.
Spooky Poems Aloud is a collection of Halloween-themed poems to help children build confidence reading out loud and improve their speech and drama skills.
The internet is full of amazing possibilities but, just like the real world, there are lots of potential dangers and difficulties too. Whether you're worried about oversharing on social media or coming across dangerous people, this guide gives you tips and tools to take control and stay safe online.
The fourth of four comic-style books providing an introduction to the beginning of time. Cartoon illustrations accompany the text to retell the story of the Big Bang, evolution, dinosaurs and the beginning of mankind. Events are explained in simple terms with statistics and timelines included.
A luxurious sticker art book, Stickertopium: Enchanted Christmas is packed with over 400 stickers of festive vintage art, perfect for the gifting season.
See evolution in action w ith this chronological compendium. W ith beautiful illustrations by Katie Scott, you can discover the extraordinary story of life on Earth.
It smells horrible and looks disgusting, but rubbish hasn't always been a problem. Some of it can even be useful. Intended for children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories, this title tells its intriguing story, past ancient animal droppings, stinking sewers, and dirty nappies.
Young people living with dire situations tell their own words. This is combined with facts, timelines, statistics and reports by governments and aid agencies. This book is about the life of Jose. Curriculum Links: PSHE & Citizenship KS2/KS3 Geography KS3.
This book features 20 exciting activities to help you develop your superhero powers. Choose your superhero name, discover your superpower, make your own superhero costume and gadgets, and much more!
Why does rain smell rainy? How do cats squeeze into the smallest of boxes? Why do we need two ears? The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions tackles the weird and wonderful questions that pop into kids' heads right before they fall asleep, making it the perfect book to delve into before bed!
Blast off to space with real-life astronaut Tim Peake and discover REAL answers to the big questions about space exploration and life as an astronaut! In a unique diary format, readers will travel to the Moon, to Mars and beyond . . .
A one-of-a-kind project book that turns into 30 incredible inventions. This book turns itself into rockets, code-breakers, bionic hands, balancing acrobats, demolition balls, constellation viewers and many more ingenious human inventions.
Step into a world where reality and myth collide. From powerful elephants and cunning foxes to towering giants and legendary dragons, The Fantastical Safari is a vibrant, beautifully illustrated book that brings science, storytelling and adventure together.
Pioneering aviatrix Dolly Shepherd comes alive in this thrilling reimagining of her death-defying exploits from bestselling 'Little Bird Flies' author Karen McCombie.
Featuring some of children's literature's best-known and loved authors and illustrators, The Goods is STUFFED full of games, puzzles, comics, and other diversions... guaranteed to keep you entertained for hours!
An illustrated journey through the world's ecosystems, exploring the plants and animals that live here and explaining how they - and Planet Earth - work, from the bestselling author of Women in Science.
Our skies are full of life! From bats and birds to bees and beetles, the air around us is buzzing with amazing flying creatures. Explore how and why animals fly in this beautiful book from award-winning non-fiction specialist Nicola Davies.
A highly illustrated creative guide to the small creatures and the natural wonders we find when we take time to open our eyes to the world around us-an ode to the power of quiet observation.
Triangle is trying her best to fit in, but she's just not like the circles and the squares. So Triangle sets off to find some friends just like her. But being the same isn't as fun as she thought it would be and with the help of her friends Triangle learns to be happy just as she is.
Travel up into the sky, through the layers of our atmosphere and off into outer space, before zooming back down to solid ground with The Skies Above My Eyes, a richly illustrated concertina book that open out to an impressive 2.5 metres long.
What is the surface of Mars like? Why does Venus glow in the dark? How do scientists explore faraway planets? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book. Includes carefully selected internet-links to exciting websites about the Solar System.
A visual exploration of chemistry, The Stardust That Made Us is the third stunning STEM title from Colin Stuart and Ximo Abadia, following the success of The Speed of Starlight (physics) and The Language of the Universe (mathematics).
The Story Orchestra Musical Puzzle: The Carnival of the Animals is a 48-piece puzzle with shaped pieces and four musical excerpts. Piece together the story and hear the music play!
The Story Orchestra Musical Puzzle: Sleeping Beauty is a 48-piece puzzle with shaped pieces and four musical excerpts. Piece together the story and hear the music play!
Ordinary Jo had a not so Ordinary Day. There was a baboon, a carrot, some superheroes and some science too. Read Ordinary Joe's story to understand the strange and curious thing that is Trauma to understand your own experiences, body, and even friends better too.
See the world in a whole new light. This beautifully illustrated book reveals the stunning science behind nature's beauty, from vibrant colours and intricate patterns to perfect symmetry and extraordinary shapes.
We share our planet with some truly bizarre and flamboyant creatures, from Panther Chameleon to Nudibranchto, who can seem rather ridiculous. The World's Most Ridiculous Animals shows you the amazing adaptations these creatures have.
An engaging activity book that gives primary school children a way into how contemporary artists think and create by way of fun ideas for making their own art
An illustrated in-depth look at the intricate machine that is the human body. Covers all the body's major systems, and looks at the human body as a microbiome, host to trillions of 'good' microbes that help us function.
Explores seven key scientific areas in the Science Museum's new interactive gallery for children: force and motion, electricity and magnetism, earth and space, light, matter, sound and mathematics. In this title, each spread centres on an open-ended question or activity, with space on the page for the child to write, draw or interact.
Famous scientist Uncle Albert and his niece Gedanken enter the dangerous and unknown world of a thought bubble. Their mission: to unlock the deep mysteries of Time and Space... find out how to become older than your mother, how to put on weight without getting fat, and how to live forever without even knowing it.
In celebration of the Apollo 11 Mission's 50th Anniversary, experience the awe and excitement of humankind's first steps on the moon! In this exclusive, exquisite pop-up adventure, readers follow astronaut Buzz Aldrin's story as he encounters the "magnificent desolation" of Earth's only satellite first-hand.
This book is fully illustrated with step-by-step instructions for 18 experiments, including notes on how much time each experiment takes, the necessary materials, warnings when applicable. Sure, it's a blast to send up a Soda Bottle Rocket, but it's also worth doing because it illustrates Newton's Third Law of Motion.
Be inspired by the lives of trailblazers past and present in this biography series! Singer, songwriter, activist and icon - discover the extraordinary story of Beyonce's rise to fame!
Discover the lives of pioneers, past and present, in the TRAILBLAZERS series. How did Harriet Tubman help hundreds of enslaved people reach freedom? Find out how this amazing abolitionist overcame every obstacle in the fight for freedom.
Be inspired by the lives of trailblazers past and present in this biography series! How did Jane Goodall become the world's leading chimpanzee expert? Find out what led her to dedicate her life to primatology and conservation.
Be inspired by the lives of trailblazers past and present in this fun and factual biography series! Find out how this gymnast toughed it out in training and went on to win four Olympic gold medals.
A study of a Tudor farmhouse. There are photographs showing children exploring a genuine Tudor farmhouse, where they handle artefacts and reproductions of historical objects such as clothing and cooking utensils. The text should be suitable for National Curriculum History at Key Stage 2.
Who will solve the riddle of the quantum? Could it be you? This book lets you join Uncle Albert's niece Gedanken as she drinks from the magic bottle and shrinks down into the tiny world of jumping quarks and electrons.
Hundreds of fascinating facts are waiting to be unearthed in this latest book from Aleksandra and Daniel Mizielinski, the creative duo behind the bestselling Maps. Gorgeous design and quirky illustrations make this a book to be pored over again and again.
A brilliantly silly question-and-answer book, fact-checked by world-leading experts from across the University of Cambridge. Did you know that there's no set number of bones in the human body?
Features photographs and easy to follow step-by-step instructions which show you how to create different face-painting looks. This title helps you to learn how to paint your face like a ghoul, a snake, a sugar mouse, a rabbit, and other designs. It includes information on techniques and equipment.
Helps you learn about the awe-inspiring world of science with pop-ups, pull-outs, and facts. This book presents a fresh approach to explore what makes the world go round. It unravels the mysteries of science alongside pop-ups, pull-outs, flaps, sliders and incredible science facts to make learning about science fun and interactive.