Making big science topics just the right size for little readers as we explore space! Did you know that planet Earth spins like a spinning top? What about that our Moon isn't the only moon in the sky? And that stars glow because they are burning really hot? Space is pretty amazing, and we'd like to tell you why...So sit back, and let expert scientist and CBeebies writer Emily Dodd tell you all about space. With bite-sized text, facts to make you say 'WOW', and easy-to-understand explanations, big science topics are now just the right size for readers 4 years plus.Brilliantly illustrated by Chorkung, this is the perfect little book for readers who are just discovering all the AMAZING STUFF in the world around them.
Paper World: Oceans uses ingenious paper cuts to reveal the wonders of our planet's oceans, from the microcosm of a rock pool, to the strange creatures living in the very deepest waters. With detailed art by paper-cut artist Gail Armstrong, a fact-packed text, and flaps and die-cuts on every spread, this unique novelty book will appeal to all the family.Fact-checked by Marine Biologist Dr Helen Scales. Also available:Paper World: Planet Earth (published 2019)Paper World: Space (published 2020)Paper World: Human Body (published 2023)
News is everywhere! But do we understand how it really works? Inside Story: How the News Works is a no-nonsense guide for 8-12 year olds that gives the fascinating inside story on this ever-relevant topic. With accessible information and practical tips written by real-life journalist Jane Marlow from Independent Television News (ITN), plus feature sections from ITV News' Charlene White, children will be well-equipped with the knowledge they need to navigate the tricky news landscape. Readers will learn where news came from, the history of news and how it works around the world, as well as who's who in the news process, what issues are facing the news today, what can we expect from news in the future and so much more.With fun, friendly and engaging illustrations by Terri Po, this approachable guide is the perfect resource to help children navigate the ever-changing world of news and really get the inside story.
From the Big Bang to the abundance of life that surrounds us today, this beautiful book - the third by the award-winning duo Gill Arbuthnott and Chris Nielsen - is the story of evolution, from the very first cells to ourselves.How old exactly is the Earth? How do we know what was here before us? Are we still evolving? From Cells to Ourselves is the story of the beginnings of life around 3.8 billion years ago, to the millions of species alive today, including humans. Learn about mythology giants who formed the Earth, analyse fossils, walk with the dinosaurs, join Charles Darwin on his exploration of the Galápagos islands and marvel at some of the random and bizarre acts that have shaped our world in this beautifully illustrated book.Created by the author and illustrator duo of the award-winning Balloon to the Moon.
This beautiful hardback features an eye-catching foiled cover, and is the perfect gift for all those who have been enchanted by the magic of The Princess and the Frog and a book to be treasured by all.A family favourite, Disney The Princess and the Frog is one of the best-loved films of contemporary times. Relive the magic through this retelling of the animated film, accompanied by paintings, sketches and concept art from the original Disney Studio artists. Also featured is a foreword by a Disney filmmaker. Turn to the back of the book to learn more about the artists who worked on this iconic animated film.Coming soon: Toy Story (Pixar Modern Classic) and Up (Pixar Modern Classic)
A gloriously illustrated first guide to outer space for ages 6+.Split into four clear sections on: What is Space?, Outer Space, The Solar System and The Space Age, discover how the universe was formed, the order of the planets in our Solar System and each of their unique features, how we get shooting stars, humankind's many successful journeys into space and much more.Aaron Chushley's vivid and captivating illustrations are accompanied by carefully written text for young readers by children's science writer Camilla de la Bedoyere. Consulted by experts at the Royal Greenwich Observatory.
BEFORE THERE WERE PEOPLE, THERE WERE BEASTS . Not least that the beasts they've always been taught to fear might not be so terrifying after all... The first instalment in an epic new fantasy adventure series for readers of DRAGON REALM, FIREBORN and SKANDAR AND THE UNICORN THIEF.
So, when Poppy and the prince disappear at the same time, Princess Katie is suspicious. Read more adventures with Princess Katie and her kittens in:PIXIE AT THE PALACE - BELLA AT THE BALL - SUKI IN THE SNOW - RUBY AND THE ROYAL BABY
A snuggly, seasonal celebration of a child's first snowfall and winner of the 2020 Stratford-Salariya Picture Book Prize!Two curious fox cubs scamper out from their den on an adventure to discover what 'snow' is. Along the way, they encounter a cast of charming winter woodland creatures preparing for the cold, including wise old owls, hopping frogs, hibernating hedgehogs and busy bees. The two little foxes can't wait to jump, play and snuggle up when the snow comes, but can they make it home to Mother Fox in time?This enchanting winter tale captures the wonder of a child's first snowfall in all its beauty, from the coldness of two little noses twitching in the frost to the excitement of playing with friends. A beautiful Christmas story filled with hope, kindness and warmth for families to share!
Fly up, up and away with Billy and his balloons on a silly seasonal sleigh ride!
This next instalment in the bestselling Welcome to the Museum collection in collaboration with the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, is about the incredible life of trees.
Enter the world of Below London, where causing a ruckus is the best thing you can do!When notorious troublemaker Rayleigh Mann sneaks out to go trick-or-treating on Halloween, he gets more than he bargained for - in the form of a monster straight out of his nana's stories. The weirdest thing though?
A nail-biting adventure as Bill leads his friends through a thick fog!
In this fantasy adventure set in a global magic school in the sky, Ella, Jason, and Brigit return for their second year at the Arcanum Training Institute. Praise for The Marvellers:"The Marvellers deserves the highest compliment I can give a book: I want to live in this world."
A treasury of spellbinding stories that sparkle and glitter with magic. This stunning collection brings together a selection of enchanted tales from all over the world - from North America to Siberia, West Africa, Peru, India, Japan, England and Australia. Get lost in tales of imaginary worlds, enchanted animal, fantastical creatures, wishes and wizards. Retold by storyteller and vocal performer Laura Sampson and with beautifully detailed artwork by Taiwanese duo Quang and Lien.Tales include Snow White (Germany), Bloddeuwed (Wales), Valissa the Beautiful (Russia), The Stone Cutter (Japan) and Tom Tit Tot (England).A beautifully illustrated story collection to treasure, Enchanted Tales is the perfect gift to open up a world of magic to readers of all ages.
Myth and magic combine in this unforgettable adventure drawing on Irish folklore, from award-winning author Sinead O'Hart. The seandraiocht - the Old Magic - isn't remembered like it once was.
On 6th May 1915, Henry Friston, a 21-year-old seaman, rejoined his battleship after ten days in Hell. Hell was just 180 metres long and seven metres wide and was otherwise known only as 'X Beach', Gallipoli. Henry, ferrying the wounded from the battlefield, had not eaten or slept for three days.
Discover 20 brilliant thinkers and their unique ideas that changed the world over 3000 years! Aristotle's ideas shaped our understanding of the natural world for hundreds of years. Yacob's Hatäta laid the grounds for equality long before our time. Gandhi's philosophy inspired non-violent protest movements all over the world, and Langer shook up our understanding of what art is and can be. The brilliant ideas from each of these amazing thinkers have stayed with humans for centuries, teaching us new ways of uncovering our world and understanding each other. Covering ideas from the last 3000 years, explore the time periods that shaped each thinker's ideas, unpack the theories in accessible, easy to digest text and discover the impact they had for the years to come. Presented in graphic novel style, this is a book to inspire a new generation of thinkers and philosophers.
Five little ghosts floated off one day,Over the hills and far away. Mamma Ghost said "Fly back to me!"How many ghostlings can you see?Join the adorable ghostlings on another lift-the-flap adventure through a spooky forest. There's so much to see as Mamma Ghost and her ghostlings float through a pumpkin patch, play peek-a-boo in a misty wood and explore a haunted house. Along the way, they meet all kinds of friendly animals. But wait - the ghostlings are disappearing one by one... Whatever are they up to? Lift the flaps to find the ghostlings and discover a fantastic surprise ending. Perfect for fans of We're Going on a Bear Hunt. Based on the nursery rhyme 'Five Little Ducks', the third title in an all-new lift-the-flap series is perfect for sharing in Autumn. Also available:Five Little ChicksFive Little Penguins
From the emperor who built the Taj Mahal in memory of his wife to the notorious 'Ancient Greek Army of Lovers', this book collects together some of the most remarkable love stories in ancient history. Taken together, these stories show that perhaps little has changed over the last 3,000 years. Passion, jealousy, hope and longing are all represented here - as is the important message of accepting love in all its forms. With striking artwork by Sander Berg, this is a fresh and fascinating approach to a universal subject.
Horror stories about ghosts, witches and monsters have delighted and terrified readers for hundreds of years.This spine-chilling collection of stories is the perfect introduction to the world of horror - containing everything from gothic classics like Dracula, to gruesome folk legends and urban myths.Accompanied by Taylor Dolan's vivid artwork, this is an exciting new gift offering for the Big Picture Press list.
Three hungry penguins formulate a plan to steal a penguin resulting in a hilarious sequence of events.
The unmissable follow-up to BOB VS THE SELFIE ZOMBIES, perfect for fans of DAVID SOLOMONS, DAVID BADDIEL and GREG JAMES & CHRIS SMITH.AI is threatening to take over the world, and our last hope is a 12-year-old boy called Bob.Bob, an accidental time-traveller, should be doing his homework but instead he's bouncing in and out of the year 2049 - and life in the future seriously stinks!When Bob's science class experiment goes wrong, he causes a global aroma-virus pandemic - also known as the farting flu. The grumpy school inspector has his eye on Bob and detention looms. But Bob's got bigger problems.He must face robot gorillas, an evil computer and giant patrol insects to save the world from a very farty future...?Hold your noses for an adventure to the year 2049 and back!
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