Discover the best of the United Kingdom with The Great British Staycation Activity Book! This lushly illustrated, full colour activity book is packed withfacts about every inch of this Sceptred Isle, and a kaleidoscope of 50 activities including colouring, puzzles, quizzes, and more. Get ready for a journey around the UK like no other! Just like at Hampton Court, get lost in a seemingly never-ending maze. Spot the difference between some of the UK's coolest castles, and complete a ferocious crossword full of famous figures from British History. Say hello to furry and feathered friends in a wonderful British wildlife word search, design your very own dream Staycation hotel, and so much more! Destinations include: Cornwall, Devon, Yorkshire, Cumbria, the Highlands and Islands, Pembrokeshire and Camarthenshire, and so many more. Bite-sized information and awesome facts about the UK are scattered throughout, with 50 fun activities to get stuck into. Celebrate the Best of British with this fun-filled activity book. Just what you need for any long trip!

The magical bestseller: a classic story to read again and again Winner of the Waterstones Children's Book Prize Winner of the British Book Awards Children's Book of the Year Shortlisted for the Branford Boase Award Shortlisted for the Jhalak Prize Beautiful, thrilling and magical, Sunday Times bestselling-author Kiran Millwood Hargrave's debut novel has all the makings of a modern classic. 'Absolutely loved it from start to finish' TOM FLETCHER 'I read it, I loved it' MALORIE BLACKMAN 'Kiran Millwood Hargrave creates a spellbinding world of magic, myth and adventure' EMMA CARROLL Forbidden to leave her island, Isabella dreams of the faraway lands her cartographer father once mapped. When her friend disappears, she volunteers to guide the search. The world beyond the walls is a monster-filled wasteland - and beneath the dry rivers and smoking mountains, a fire demon is stirring from its sleep. Soon, following her map, her heart and an ancient myth, Isabella discovers the true end of her journey: to save the island itself. A beautifully written, multi award-winning story of friendship, discovery, myths and magic for any age - perfect for fans of Philip Pullman, Frances Hardinge or Katherine Rundell From the author of Julia and the Shark and The Mercies, chosen for the Richard & Judy Book Club Set in an extensive and stunningly-imagined parallel world imbued with magical realism A gorgeous gift for readers young and old - will stay with you long after reading

From Adventures on Trains author and British Book Award 2021 winner Sam Sedgman comes a beautiful and fact-filled book encapsulating the excitement and wonder of adventure and travel - all seen through the world's most epic train journeys. So climb on board and travel across six continents, 34 countries and numerous cities via twelve of the world's most awe-inspiring railways. Bestselling author Sam Sedgman brings to life these astonishing feats of railway engineering, including the Eurostar (London to Amsterdam), Orient Express (Paris to Istanbul), the first Transcontinental Railroad (Chicago to San Francisco) and the Rejuvenation Express (Beijing to Hong Kong). Each locomotive adventure reveals some of the rich history, culture, landscape and wildlife of the countries travelled. Take in the safari sights of Southern Africa, wrap up warm in the Arctic Circle, cross scorching deserts on the California Zephyr, and taste tea in India whilst on a toy train - there's a whole world to discover when travelling by train! Detailed, colourful illustrations by Sam Brewster bring the facts and journeys to life. Epic Adventures will appeal to culture-, travel-, locomotive-fans of all ages.

Journey through India and explore its incredible diversity in this richly illustrated book, with words from a Costa-winning author. Written by award-winning author Jasbinder Bilan with detailed artwork by Nina Chakrabarti, this is a joyful celebration of India and its incredible people, places and wildlife. Watch elephants bathing from a houseboat in Kerala, marvel at ancient cave paintings in Bhimbetka, wander through Delhi's bustling streets, and ride a train through the snow-capped peaks of the Himalaya. Uncover India's fascinating history and culture, and explore the unique mix of the traditional and modern that makes India the incredible country it is today. "A truly stunning book to pour over for hours." WRD magazine "This colourful, evocative journey through India [...] does a superb job of conveying the vast scale, variety and richness of the subcontinent, touching intriguingly on its wealth of wildlife, food, festivals, dance, scientific innovation and history." Guardian

Are you ready for an adventure? Explore the mysterious world of Minecraft through highly-detailed maps of every biome. Created by an explorer on a quest to find Minecraft's most valuable loot, there's a map for each Overworld biome as well as the terrifying Nether and End dimensions. A beautifully illustrated visual guide in its own right, Minecraft Maps is also a survival tool. You'll learn which biomes are home to the most dangerous mobs, where to look for to exclusive blocks, how to find naturally generated structures and the best places to search for loot. Once you've discovered each biome you can get building - construct an ice palace in the ice plains biome and an entire village suspended in the tree canopy above the jungle floor. Collect all of the official Minecraft books to become the best Minecrafter you can be: Minecraft Let's Build! Theme Park Adventure Minecraft Guide to Exploration Minecraft Guide to Creative Minecraft Guide to Redstone Minecraft Guide to the Nether and the End Minecraft Guide to Enchantments and Potions Minecraft Guide to Farming Minecraft Guide to PVP Minigames Minecraft Guide to Ocean Survival Minecraft Blockopedia Minecraft: Exploded Builds: Medieval Fortress Minecraft The Survivors' Book of Secrets Minecraft Survival Tin Minecraft Mobestiary Minecraft: The Ultimate Construction Collection Minecraft is a multi-platform block-based gaming sensation available on Xbox, PlayStation, PC and mobile devices. Whether you're in Creative, Survival or Hardcore Mode, the official Mojang-approved Minecraft books contain all the advice you need to survive and thrive.

This captivating children's atlas gives a complete history of the life and times of our world, through a series of stunning, specially commissioned 3D maps. Wrap up warm for a trip to the Ice Age, wonder at the invention of the wheel, show your support at the French Revolution, and blast off for the Moon landings! This fascinating history book for kids showcases the impact of global events over millennia and centuries past. From ancient times to the 21st century, these colourful, detailed maps pinpoint exactly when and where the most important events and movements in history happened, as well as the part they all played in shaping the world today. Children aged 9+ will love to travel through time right up until recent history, including World War II and the Space Age. This historical map book for children features: - More than 60 global, continental and regional maps that plot the geographical spread of the most important events, movements, and civilizations in world history, encouraging learning and stimulating interest in the wider world. - Beautifully illustrated and specially commissioned maps, designed to bring an instant understanding of the subject, and how, where, and when the relevant events occurred. - Key events in history like the spread of the Black Death, the expansion of the Roman Empire, the impact of World War II. What's Where on Earth? History Atlas is totally unique and the ideal book for anyone and everyone who wants to know more about the world. This round-the-world trip begins with the first humans and cities before visiting the Egyptian pharaohs and experiencing the rise of the Roman Empire. This History Atlas is the perfect gift for children curious about the past and the world around them, as well as parents and educators looking for a visual way to tell stories.

This colourful and cheerful atlas book will introduce young readers to planet Earth's different continents and countries and their famous landmarks, manmade and natural. Each spread contains a fascinating fact about the continent depicted, as well as labelled images of different countries and iconic landmarks.

The must-have thematic atlas for KS2 and beyond Bring geography, history and the environment together with this thematic world atlas suitable for Key Stage 2 and lower Key Stage 3. Fully up-to-date and endorsed by the Geographical and Historical Associations, it helps children to understand how things came to be, as well as how they might change in years to come. World in Maps investigates themes with a focus on environmental issues, colonialism, trade, migration and farming, and includes reference maps of the continents and historic empires. Ideal for classroom use and home learning, it provides opportunities for pupils to conduct their own enquiries and explore maths in context using maps, satellite images, diagrams, charts and photographs. Also available: UK in Maps ISBN 9780008556488

Feel confident in full coverage of the curriculum requirements with an atlas specially created to cover Social Studies, Geography and History. - Encourage awareness of the whole Caribbean region with a 44-page Caribbean section, containing detailed maps of all independent countries and major dependent territories from The Bahamas to Trinidad, and including Belize and Guyana. - Engage students in topical issues with a world mapping section, including features on world climate, the environment and population. - Introduce a solid foundation in geographical knowledge with world facts and figures for all nations. - Secure strong geographical skills with a feature on map reading and how to use an atlas. - Ensure ease-of-use with a 4-page index showing letter-figure grid references to place names found on the maps.

In this interactive companion to 50 Maps of the World, you'll find trivia quizzes, search-and-find challenges, spot-the-difference games, and so much more--with over 50 stickers! Geography, history, and culture spill from the pages in this luxuriously illustrated activity book. Bite-size information and awesome facts about the regions accompany each activity, with stickers to get creative with at the back of the book. Spanning the world from Spain to Singapore, Colombia to Canada, Turkey to Tanzania, take on super-fun activities and puzzles as you discover more about the most awesome places on Earth. This activity-packed round-the-world trip includes: Search-and-find challenges Spot-the-difference games Code-breaker challenges Word searches Matching games Crosswords Trivia quizzes 50+ stickers Perfect for globetrotters and armchair travelers alike, 50 Maps of the World Activity Book is an essential addition to the bookshelf of any travel lover, map maestro, or geography genius. The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history, and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps, and infographics bring the places to colorful life. Also available from the series: 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in America Activity Book, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Maps of the World, and The 50 States.

The "DK First Atlas" brings each continent and country to life, making geographic concepts easy to understand. Packed with detailed pictorial maps specially designed for young readers, this First Reference title is an invaluable learning tool for home and elementary school.

An engaging, alternative history of the world for children, which helps to make sense of today. The present can loom very large in a child's mind: all the crises and challenges of the modern world can feel overwhelming and at times dispiriting. This book is a big history of the world, from the beginnings of the universe to now, which places the reader at its centre. It encourages them to think about how and why they experience the world as they do and offers a helpful perspective by placing their thoughts and feelings in the context of our history and evolution. Big Ideas From History is an immense story of what has happened through time that speaks personally and constructively to a growing mind. What might the dinosaurs or the ancient Egyptians, the Aztec warriors or the Enlightenment thinkers of the 18th century tell us that could be interesting and useful to hear now? The insights we need are scattered in time and place, waiting to be discovered. The book also looks to the future and asks the reader to imagine a world they would like to live in. What might they learn from self-knowledge? How can they grow, develop and create their own place in history? It is a thoughtful and inspiring introduction to the world around us, which encourages the child to engage with themselves and others through history.

The 11th edition of the market-leading atlas for primary school pupils, Philip's RGS Junior School Atlas has been fully revised and updated with all the latest facts and curriculum requirements. - The essential atlas for primary schools with clear and easy-to-follow maps and diagrams - updated for 2021/2022 - Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society - Recommended for Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum - and all 7-11 year olds - An excellent introduction to mapping concepts such as scale, direction, symbols, longitude and latitude - 22-page Britain and Ireland section with clear thematic charts, diagrams and large-scale regional maps - 22-page section on The World, with political maps - and thematic treatment of key themes, from volcanoes and earthquakes to transport and tourism - Continents section with physical and political maps - Easy-to-follow map references and 1,000-place index The market-leading atlas for pupils at primary schools, Philip's RGS Junior School Atlas is a stimulating and authoritative first introduction to the world of maps, and is recommended for Key Stage 2 of the National Curriculum. The introductory section describes the meaning of scale, how to measure distances using the maps, and explains the symbols on the maps. The following section is devoted to the United Kingdom and Ireland. Thematic maps cover topics such as mountains and rivers, climate and weather, population and cities, farming and fishing, industry and energy, transport, tourism and conservation. Regional maps of England and Wales, Scotland and Ireland complete this section. The rest of the atlas is made up of world thematic maps and world continental maps. Included are topics such as the world's climate, vegetation, agriculture, energy sources, and environmental concerns, such as global warming. A simple letter-figure index completes the atlas - a useful introduction to help the young reader find his/her way around the maps. Available in both Hardback and Paperback editions.

- Britain's best-selling school atlas - now in its 100th edition - Recommended for Key Stage 4, GCSE and A-level in England and Wales (Scottish National Qualifications/Highers) and international schools. - Fully updated to reflect the latest changes in the curriculum - Published in association with the Royal Geographical Society - Combines superb digital maps of Britain and the world with up-to-date thematic maps across a wide range of topics - Essential learning including political, physical, climate and thematic mapping - Country-by-country statistics on population, land use, trade, tourism, energy, wealth and much more - World Themes Section - from volcanoes and earthquakes to population trends, languages and religions, all the key aspects and statistics of geography are explored and explained - Plus a special section on how satellite imagery is used to interpret global, environmental and urban patterns of change Britain's best-selling secondary school atlas, now in its 100th Edition. The contents are divided into sections for ease of use, with each page colour-coded for rapid reference. It contains clear explanations of scale, latitude and longitude, map projections and Geographical Information Systems (GIS). The physical maps of the United Kingdom and Ireland are accompanied by thematic maps on numerous key social and economic themes. The middle section is made up of World topographical maps, incorporating continental thematic maps on topics such as climate, population and economics, followed by 30 pages of World thematic maps. Completing the atlas is a section of World social and economic statistics, accompanied by the index to the topographical maps in the atlas, showing letter-figure grid references as well as latitude and longitude co-ordinates. Available in both hardback and paperback formats, Philip's Modern School Atlas 100th Edition is an unbeatable combination of highly detailed physical mapping backed up by numerous tables and enlightening thematic maps.

This colourful and cheerful atlas book will introduce young readers to planet Earth's different continents and countries and their animal species. Each spread contains a fascinating fact about the continent depicted, as well as labelled images of different countries and creatures big and small.

Take an exciting journey around the world and explore every country on Earth. Beautifully illustrated by award-winning Anthony Lewis, the colourful maps, plus lively and informative text make this an essential atlas for younger readers. Jet off to South America and discover the Amazon rainforest, journey to Scandinavia and visit a mermaid, then wrap up warm as you head south to Antarctica - the coldest place on Earth. Pictograms show where to find animals and places of interest: can you find the sunbathing walrus in Alaska? And the Tasmanian devil in Australia? The passport bookmark means you won't lose your place as you travel the globe. This atlas is the perfect first geography reference book for both home and school.

Prepare to embark on a global tour through time. You might want to take a map... But this is no ordinary atlas. The maps in History Atlas are rich visual extravaganzas, packed with kings, queens, heroes, villains, inventors, artists and explorers. Travel from Ancient Egypt and Rome to Ethiopia, Russia and China, and meet movers and shakers of world history from Genghis Khan to Martin Luther King. With quirky facts, astonishing characters, humorous details and compelling stories, this is history at its most entertaining.

Explore the world with this lavish book of maps. This collection of 52 highly illustrated maps details not only geographical features and political borders, but also places of interest, iconic personalities, native animals and plants, local peoples, cultural events, and many more fascinating facts associated with each region. This book is a celebration of the world, from its immense mountains to its tiny insects - and everything in between!

Beautifully illustrated by Anthony Lewis, First Animal Picture Atlas explains where animals come from and how they live in their habitats. An adorable penguin-shaped bookmark takes young readers on a journey around the globe, helping them identify animals in an absorbing look-and-find game.

Large, colourful maps show the world's continents and introduce children to important map concepts such as grids, scales and keys. Superb full-page illustrations take readers deeper into the different habitats to provide an early introduction to the basics of ecosystems. This atlas will delight young children and is the perfect reference book for both home and school.

Have you ever wondered... * What the Earth looks like from space? * How many continents there are? * Where Mount Everest is? Find out in your very first atlas! The Oxford International First Atlas is a stimulating first atlas for young children. It is completely up-to-date with accurate, easy-to-read and colourful mapping, presented in an accessible visual layout based on research into how young children use maps. It introduces young learners to maps and develops early atlas skills, encouraging them to talk about local and distant places and to find key places on maps. It includes: * An introduction to the globe and places around the world * Stunning images of the Earth from space * Clear and colourful maps of the world and all the continents * Popular themes such as world animals and holidays * Fascinating facts about places and people. The Oxford International First Atlas is also accompanied by the Activity Book for independent work to develop map literacy skills.

Travel across continents, walk the streets of famous cities and explore long-lost lands with this super map-themed maze book. Each maze is more challenging than the last, from navigating a safe path through icebergs to taking a whirlwind tour of Great Britain. A brilliant way to learn about maps, with all the answers at the back of the book.