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A colourful information book filled with 100 fascinating and surprising sports facts.How do blind athletes tell between silver and gold medals? How did a Finnish architect accidentally invent skateboarding? Why do footballers wear logos on their kit? Find 100 quirky and surprising facts about sports, from the science of sports to amazing sporting achievements. Perfect for sharing with family and friends.Ideal for fact loving readers aged 8+.Each book in this best-selling, award-winning series presents 100 bite-sized topics, with bold, graphic illustrations and clear text. Perfect for dipping in and out of, and for sharing with family and friends.Discover all the titles in the 100 Things to Know series:1. 100 Things to Know About Science2. 100 Things to Know About Saving the Planet3. 100 Things to Know About Music4. 100 Things to Know About Numbers, Computers & Coding5. 100 Things to Know About Food6. 100 Things to Know About the Human Body7. 100 Things to Know About Space8. 100 Thi

A guide to everything that biology is about, from things we know, to things we don't know yet.This book explores the fascinating world of biology - the study of all life, from tiny bacteria to plants, animals and entire ecosystems. Discover how living things behave and interact, and the amazing ways they adapt to the world around them. Find out how life on Earth began, how it has changed, and what living things might look like in millennia to come. Take a closer look at cells - the building blocks of life itself - and the vital role they play.Through a mix of diagrams, infographics, comic strips and clear, engaging text, this book shows readers what the study of biology is about, how much it covers, and why YOU might want to study it further yourself. It investigates some of the big issues that biologists are grappling with today, from preventing the spread of ever-evolving diseases to saving animals and plants from extinction.

Plug in to the often mind-blowing world of artificial intelligence.How can a machine write a story? Are computers now cleverer than people? Could a robot do your shopping? Discover all the things that artificial intelligence can already do (and the things it can't).- Packed full of flaps to lift- Explores the opportunities - and risks - that AI could bring- Written in consultation with Professor Michael Wooldridge, from Oxford University's Department of Computer Science- Part of Usborne's See Inside Series which contains over 50 books, covering everything from space to Ancient Greece, the human body and evolution

An important, thoughtful and useful aid to tackling this difficult and worrying topic with young children.News of war can make children anxious, concerned and upset. This book gently explains how wars come about, how they have changed over time, who's there to help during wartime, what happens when a war is over and how we can all make the world more peaceful. Written in a clear, approachable style, with carefully chosen examples, Why are there wars? is both informative and reassuring. Internet links suggest positive projects for children, including making origami peace doves.

A 300-piece jungle animal-themed jigsaw with a book of jungle picture puzzles.A brilliantly colourful 300-piece jigsaw showing a busy jungle scene, plus a picture puzzle book, presented together in a sturdy box. Both the jigsaw and book are packed with things to spot. Can you find a sloth wearing slippers, crocodiles hiding in the water, toucans with identical beaks and lots more?

A 300-piece jigsaw and accompanying book show how all living things are related.A colourful 300-piece puzzle featuring a graphic illustration of the tree of life, from microscopic bacteria to towering trees and sleepy sloths. It's accompanied by a book packed with information on the tree of life, the plants and creatures in it, and what makes a living thing.

A 300-piece dinosaur jigsaw with a picture puzzle book.A stunning 300-piece jigsaw crammed with dinosaurs plus a picture puzzle book, presented together in a colourful, sturdy box. Both are packed with things to spot and talk about: can you find a dinosaur wearing a watch or eating an ice-cream? How about a pair of goggles, a key and lots more?

A brightly illustrated zoo-themed jigsaw with a book of zoo picture puzzles.A vibrantly illustrated 300-piece jigsaw showing a busy zoo with all kinds of exciting animals, plus a picture puzzle book, presented together in a colourful sturdy box. Both are packed with things to spot and talk about: can you find a snowboarding penguin, a flamingo looking for its fishing net, and a little white mouse in every picture?

A big, bright book brimming with summertime craft activities for young children.From craft activities to colouring pages and step-by-step drawing, this delightful book is packed full of fun activities to keep little children busy all summer long. Each craft activity uses everyday and recycled materials from around the house, and has clear, illustrated step-by-step instructions, with helpful tips and photos of the finished crafts.

Lift the soft flaps in this delightful novelty book to find a family of playful little bears playing hide and seek. Table cloths, curtains, washing on the line... there are all kinds of soft things that bear cubs just love to hide behind! On the last page there's an extra surprise when all the bears are revealed hiding in the same place. With adorable artwork and a cute cub to discover on each page, this is a perfect book for babies and toddlers to curl up with.

Things are about to get seriously spooky for Alex Neptune in his fourth action-packed adventure - perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Dragon Realm!When a creepy fog rolls into Haven Bay, Alex, Zoey and Anil are ambushed by terrifying crab-riding zombies, controlled by the evil spirit of Brineblood the pirate.The only weapon that can stop Brineblood's zombie army is a powerful trident - but it's been broken into three pieces. Alex, Zoey and Anil must enter three deadly worlds that have been magically trapped in bottles to retrieve the hidden pieces, all before the zombies can catch them. But with some penguins, an octopus and a frozen dragon on their side, how can they go wrong?

Gigi、Moyo 和 Uncle Dee 從城市來到壯麗的「大熊雨林」探險，卻因皮划艇漂走、隨之失去大部分物資，而被困在地球上最原始的森林之一。沒有道路、通訊與糧食，他們必須依靠野外求生技巧尋找食物與庇護所，並面對與野熊相遇的可能。書中由生存專家與保育人士提供專業知識，漫畫分鏡結合真實技巧，讓讀者在故事中學會生火、搭建庇護所、觀星導航、河中抓魚等技能，同時理解保護原始森林的重要性。Gigi, Moyo and their Uncle Dee have come from the city to explore the Great Bear Rainforest. But, when their kayak goes adrift, carrying most of their things with it, they find themselves stranded in one of Earth's deepest tracts of wilderness. What will they do for food and shelter? What if they encounter a bear? And how will they get help in this remote place without roads and without phones or radios?Dee shows them all the tricks they need to survive, telling them all about life in this ancient forest - and why the wilderness needs to be preserved.- Told in lively comic book style- Written with expert advice from wilderness survival experts and conservationists - Perfect for school projects- Discover more books in the 24 hours in... seriesChapters in this book include:- Finding camp- Firecraft

Why does rain make chocolate more expensive? How does music make people spend more? Where does gold grow on trees? Who tried to sell the Eiffel tower? Find these answers to these questions and many more in this book full of money facts from around the world, from ancient coins to cryptocurrency.Each book in this best-selling, award-winning series presents 100 bite-sized topics, with bold, graphic illustrations and clear text. Perfect for dipping in and out of, and for sharing with family and friends.

Explore the beautiful night sky with this inspiring guide - the perfect companion for budding astronomers of all ages. From mountains on the Moon to glittering star clusters and distant galaxies, it includes over 120 sights to spot from the Northern Hemisphere, with information on when and how to see them. Each entry shows what you can expect to see with a telescope, as well as breathtaking photographs, engaging descriptions and spotting tips.

A fresh, relatable story with a sprinkling of magic, about a girl who just wants to fit in but her magic powers make her stand out, from award-winning journalist and author Radhika Sanghani. Perfect for fans of Lottie Brooks and Dork Diaries.Sabina Patel has never been popular. And in her new school, in a new town where she doesn't know anyone, Sabina feels more out of place than ever.When she accidentally unlocks magic powers and starts to see visions of the future, Sabina worries that she'll be even more unpopular than before. But she quickly becomes one of the most popular girls in school, with everyone desperate for her to predict their test answers, prom dates and class election results.Then she starts seeing futures she'd rather not know about and Sabina's not sure if she's unlocked a gift or a curse.A book about learning to be happy in the present, rather than letting the future take over your life.Praise for Radhika Sanghani:"The Girl Who Couldn't Lie is sweet and funny and ful

Izzy the Inventor has HAD ENOUGH. Bad Fairy Brenda has turned VERY BAD indeed, and Izzy wants to find a way to make her good. Unfortunately, this involves climbing up a beanstalk to the Land of the Giants, along with her sister and Henry the Unicorn. This journey will put Izzy's science skills to the test - she'll need catapults, light experiments and a pair of giant flying underpants...Every book contains ideas for science experiments and a QR code with links for more to try at home.Collect all the books in the series!

Press the buttons to hear lots of different cute dogs and puppies in this charming sound book.This sound book is all about why we love our dogs and puppies so much, and it's full of the funny and delightful noises they make. From barking with excitement to splashing about in the sea, from playing with a squeaky toy to yawning at the end of a busy day, the endearing sounds bring the world of our best-loved pets to life.

A clear and simple book to explain about body changes and sex for kids who haven't quite hit puberty yet.This is a brand-new edition, with new content and all-new artwork, of THE go-to book for children to learn the facts of life. Aimed primarily at female readers, the book includes discussion of sex and gender identity, and sexuality. Using frank but clear and friendly language and pictures, this book explains all the changes that people with female bodies can expect to experience as they enter puberty. This ranges from physical body changes and new experiences such as what periods are and how to handle them, all the way to mental and emotional challenges that come with growing older and becoming more independent.The book is aimed at readers age 10 and up, who are likely just at the very start of their own puberty journey.Material is based on the original best-seller by Sue Meredith, but with new writing and expert input from professional sex educators and gender consultants.

An exciting activity book with lots of space for fingerprinting.This colourful book is bursting with ideas for fingerprinting lots of summer fun! Create your ideal ice cream, print crabs and fish in a rock pool, decorate a surfboard and print picnic food. There's no need to buy paints or inks, just use the seven bright colours on the inkpad that are attached to the back cover to fill the space with your very own fingerprint pictures.

Meet the noisiest animals in the zoo, with five exciting sounds and a spectacular pop-up surprise at the end.From a roaring tiger to a trumpeting elephant, every animal in the zoo thinks it's the loudest one of all... and they're going to show you why! With hilarious rhyming text and exciting animal noises, this book is full of fun surprises to discover, as all the animals try to outdo each other!

Another laugh-out-loud FULL COLOUR monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for newly independent readers aged 5+The summer holidays are OVER! Billy is going back to school and he wishes he wasn't. There's so much to worry about - his ENORMOUS uniform, his terrible pencil case, the not-very-friendly-new-boy... But along come the Mini Monsters to show Billy that even when things go wrong, he has the power to make them right again.The perfect series for beginner and reluctant readers.

Nearly 200 holiday-themed pen and paper puzzles for children.This entertaining book is packed with holiday-themed puzzles including wordsearches, spot the difference and simple logic games. With nearly 200 puzzles, there is plenty to keep children happy on holidays, rainy days - or any day. All the answers are on separate pages at the back of the book.

100 illustrated puzzles and games to develop children's word power.Test your word power with this entertaining collection of puzzles, from crosswords, wordsearches and riddles to anagrams, word sudoku and coded messages. Perfect for quiet times alone or playing with friends and family, with all the answers at the back of the book.

From a snorting pig to a crowing cockerel, every animal on the farm thinks it's the loudest one of all... and they're going to show you why! With hilarious rhyming text and exciting animal noises, this book is full of fun surprises to discover, as all the animals try to outdo each other!

This warm, practical and inclusive book is a wonderful tool for little children learning to make friends. You'll meet Rhino and lots of other young animals, following them through the everyday challenges and joys of friendship, from birthday parties to best friends. With expert advice from a child psychologist, this reassuring book is full of practical advice and conversation starters, designed to build children's confidence and natural empathy.

A gorgeous sticker book with beautifully decorated rooms just waiting to be filled with over 100 stickers of furniture and accessories. Children will have hours of fun arranging the house just as they want it, with objects ranging from chandeliers to china, as well as toys, ornaments and even food. Includes eleven rooms spread over three floors in the house, including a master bedroom, two children's bedrooms, a baby's nursery, a kitchen, living room, study, dining room and attic.

In his latest amazing mission for the Action Agency, Arthur finds himself marooned on an island. It's not long before he's engaged in a battle of wits with a gang of ruthless pirates. He'll need all the help you can give him to solve a host of fiendish puzzles and foil the pirates' plan.Packed full of interactive puzzles and comic-strips, this Usborne classic has been updated and enhanced for a whole new generation of puzzle adventurers.

Mummies LOVE hugs - from big, brave hugs to soft, snuggly ones. Young children will delight in turning the inventively shaped pages to bring mummies and their little ones together for a cuddle. This lovely book with simple rhyming text is a gentle exploration of how hugs can help with all kinds of feelings, and make you feel loved. The perfect gift for Mother's Day, or any time of the year!

A flap book with a positive vision for a future world powered by sustainable, renewable energy.We need energy, and lots of it - but some of the ways we generate energy put life on Earth in danger. We already have some planet-friendly alternatives, but we're going to need more. This book imagines a future world packed with exciting, innovative renewable energy technology. It explains what that technology might look like, how it will work, and how it will change the world we live in for the better. It looks all the way to a future where energy can be generated in outer space - one day, enough to fuel the entire solar system.Technology covered includes: solar power - in space; wind turbines - high in the sky; nuclear fusion; wave power; geothermal energy; new forms of transport, from airships to hydrogen planes to solar-powered ships; new sources of food and new types of farm; innovative ways to store energy.

Billy's feeling worried about the Easter Hat Parade. Will everyone laugh at him in his hat? Meanwhile the Mini Monsters are hoping that Easter will bring a visit from the EASTER MINI MONSTER!Another laugh-out-loud monster adventure in the Billy and the Mini Monsters chapter book series, perfect for newly independent readers aged 6+ and fans of Claude and Horrid Henry.Billy's feeling nervous about the village Easter Hat Parade. The Mini Monsters have made him an ENORMOUS hat and he wants to wear it to make them happy, but he doesn't want everyone looking at him. But then something happens to make Billy realize there are even more important things to think about - a tiny, mysterious creature in Ash's garden. Could it be... AN EASTER MINI MONSTER?

Alex Neptune is back for his most epic adventure in this fifth and final instalment of the action-packed series - perfect for fans of Percy Jackson and Dragon Realm!Brineblood the pirate is back on the high seas with a dastardly plan - he's going to steal every drop of sea magic and use it to raise an all-powerful monster from the bottom of the ocean. If Alex, Zoey and Anil can't stop him, the monster could flood the entire world.Teaming up with the water dragon, they use a home-made submarine to journey deep into places no human has been before. But they have one crucial problem: Alex has lost his magic. Can he still lead his crew to victory? Or will Haven Bay - and the rest of the world - be lost for good?

An informative book and 300-piece jigsaw set, all about the Periodic Table.Everything in the Universe is made up of just 118 chemical elements which are displayed in the Periodic Table. Meet each element in this entertaining book and 300-piece jigsaw set, and discover which are crucial to life, which are smelly, explosive or radioactive and lots more. With links to websites with videos and activities to find out more.

The thing about magic is that it likes to stay hidden...Flip Little's family have always been Lightkeepers, guardians sworn to protect the town of Elston-Fright from magical, monstrous threats. And Flip is no stranger to magic; only he knows about the two ghost-girls haunting a rock out at sea.When their spider friend, Simon, is spider-napped by ancient Poltergusts, weather ghouls out to cause mayhem, Flip, Girl and Corpse set out to rescue him. But first they must find and return the missing Light to the lighthouse, restoring its magic.Only nothing in Elston-Fright is quite as it seems. Questions bubble up from the deep. Dark secrets emerge. And soon, Flip and his friends learn that in order to beat the Poltergusts they need to understand what happened in the past.Praise for the Elston-Fright Tales:"A spooky, funny, magical and atmospheric adventure with a compelling hero you will adore. " Jessica Townsend, New York Times bestselling author of Nevermoor"Seriously spooky, with lots of

Create magical fingerprinted festive scenes featuring Santa and busy elves.This activity book with seven coloured ink pads is full of pictures to complete with fingerprints, including Santa's elves busily making toys, gingerbread men and lots of wintry snow scenes. Simple instructions show how to use different fingers to make different shapes to print reindeer, elves, snowmen and lots, lots more.

Join a cast of adorable monsters as they come out to celebrate Halloween with a monsters' ball.A cast of cute and cuddly witches, vampires, ghosts and more are all coming out to play this Halloween. Children will love adding over 100 stickers to the playful supernatural scenes, perfect for getting into the Halloween spirit.

A 300-piece jigsaw of a wintry woodland scene, with a picture puzzle book.This delightful pack contains a 300-piece jigsaw of a beautiful forest scene for children to assemble, as well as a picture puzzle book teeming with forest animals and objects to spot, match and count. Can you find foxes wearing hats, a lost cat, an otter with swimming goggles and lots more?

Touch the soft patches to hear the ghost and its friends come to life in this irresistible Halloween treat.You'd better not tickle the ghost... because it might just go "woooo!" if you do! Each page of this delightful book has a soft patch to touch, and along with the ghost you can hear a witch, a werewolf and a bat come to life. With fun sounds and adorable artwork, this is a perfect gift for babies and toddlers in the spooky season.

Has the mummy of an angry Pharaoh come to life? Help time travellers Jade and Jack to investigate the mystery by solving lots of brain-teasing puzzles.Jade and Jack are ready for another trip back in time. An Ancient Egyptian scarab beetle transports them to 1250 B.C. where they investigate plots, pyramids and a mummy that seems to have come to life.This second title in the brand new Puzzle Adventures series is packed with all sorts of problems to solve from picture puzzles to cryptic codes, with all the answers in the back

A fold-out book and 300-piece jigsaw about the Solar System.Discover the wonders of our Solar System with this fold-out book and 300-piece jigsaw. The sturdy box contains a jigsaw showing the planets, their moons and the spacecraft that have been sent to explore them, plus a double-sided fold-out illustration of our Solar System packed with fascinating facts and links to websites to find out more.

It's bathtime in the bear household... but the little bears aren't quite ready for a wash! Behind each fluffy flap in this cute book you'll find a mischievous bear cub making a great big mess... before all the bears are revealed together in the bath on the last page. With adorable illustrations and lots of fun surprises, this is a perfect book to share with babies and toddlers.