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Uptown Dragon
(Hardcover)
Marlon McKenney; Illustrated by Marlon McKenney; Edited by Jesse Byrd
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R532
Discovery Miles 5 320
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Part of Nosy Crow's list of publishing in collaboration with the
British Museum, developed in consultation with some of the world's
leading experts on medieval history. A kid's life in a medieval
castle might sound like fun, what with all those cool battles and
massive feasts, but actually life for kids could be pretty hard. In
this hilarious book, written by award-winning author Chae Strathie,
children will learn just how tough life really was, from getting
stuck in a siege and living next to a poo-filled moat to having
teeth yanked out with pliers... and even eating live blackbird pie!
Probably the first book about medieval times to feature talking
cats and bottom burps, this is a must read for kids with a passion
for horrible history! Brought to life with rich, humorous
illustrations by super-talented Marisa Morea. Other titles in the
series include: Ancient Egypt, Ancient Rome, Ancient Greece, Aztec
Age, and Prehistoric Times.
Imbokodo: Women Who Shape Us is a groundbreaking series of books
which introduces you to the powerful stories of South African women
who have all made their mark and cleared a path for women and
girls. These books recognise, acknowledge and honour our heroines
and elders from the past and the present. South African women are
silent no more on the roles that we have played in advancing our
lives as artists, storytellers, writers, politicians and
educationists. The title 'Imbokodo' was been chosen as it is a Zulu
word that means "rock" and is often used in the saying 'Wathint'
Abafazi, Wathint' Imbokodo!', which means "You Strike a Women, You
Strike a Rock!" These books were made possible with the support of
Biblionef and funding from the National Arts Council. In 10 Curious
Inventors, Healers & Creators you will read about the women who
shape our world through education, science and maths. You will read
about women who became teachers, nurses, social workers, scientists
and community workers, overcame obstacles and through their work
fought for social change.
Go on a tour of eco-friendly farms around the globe! From urban
gardens to farms under the sea, discover the many different
sustainable ways people have been growing food for centuries, and
new innovations that are battling the effects of climate change on
farming. Rhyming text and inset boxes with definitions for new
vocabulary words make the topic accessible to young learners. End
matter includes detailed information about each country's farming
practice, sustainable farming and more.
Come on a round-the-world adventure as we explore 60 amazing places
from across the globe! Packed with fascinating facts, this fully
illustrated book introduces kids to some of the best places to
visit on our planet. Continent by continent, they'll find out the
top things to see and do: playing in Central Park, getting lost in
the Amazon Jungle, climbing the Eiffel Tower, exploring the Great
Wall of China, touring Sydney Harbour and much more. Fun,
accessible text and lively artwork by Pippa Curnick, David Shepard
and Mike Love bring each place vividly to life. Contents include:
Playing in Central Park, New York (North America) Touring Mexico
City during the Day of the Dead (North America) Exploring the
Amazon Jungle in Brazil (South America) Climbing Machu Picchu in
Peru's Andes (South America) Taking a boat trip down the Seine in
Paris (Europe) Joining the crowds at Venice's carnival on a gondola
cruise (Europe) Cruising the Nile to see the wonders of ancient
Egypt (Africa) Going on Safari to see lions and elephants in
Tanzania's Serengeti Plains (Africa) Negotiating the world's
busiest road crossing in Tokyo, Japan (Asia) Wandering along the
Great Wall of China (Asia) Touring Sydney Harbour (Australasia)
Climbing the mountains of New Zealand's South Island (Australasia)
And lots more About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an
imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet -
published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely
Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many
of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their
children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers
at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books
on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more.
We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help
kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every
day an adventure. Come explore!
A fascinating colouring book of fashions of the Second World War,
from wartime weddings and glamorous American fashions to the
uniforms worn by the armed forces and air raid wardens. With
snippets of historical information on every page, and internet
links to selected websites to find out more. Published in
association with Imperial War Museums.
'Spellbinding ... a pitch-perfect treasure' LoveReading4Kids Set
your sails east with this stunningly original new history of the
world. Peter Frankopan, number one bestselling author and
historian, explores the connections made by people, trade, disease,
war, religion, adventure, science and technology in this
extraordinary book about how the east married the west with a
remarkable voyage at its heart - the journey along the Silk Roads.
From ancient world laws laid down by King Hammurabi and the mighty
Persian empire, to terrifying huns, the rise of Europe, two world
wars and politics today, The Silk Roads illustrated edition moves
through time and history sewing together the threads from different
peoples, empires and continents into a phenomenal history of the
globe. With stories from each and every corner of society,
Frankopan's magnificent brand new text based on his literary
triumph The Silk Roads, sumptuously illustrated by Neil Packer, is
a must-have world history. 'An extraordinarily vivid book on an
often-neglected corner of history' Inis Reading Guide 'Not just
children, but people of any age will find this book an absorbing
read' New York Journal of Books 'Peter Frankopan's text is pitched
at exactly the right level for children to read and for adults to
share with them. The illustrations of Neil Packer are completely
captivating ... this is a perfect marriage and a book to treasure'
Armadillo magazine 'Studded with stylish, evocative illustrations
from Neil Packer ... this is an ambitious account that nevertheless
tackles big themes in a friendly, accessible way' History Revealed
magazine
Aisholpan Nurgaiv, the subject of the award-winning documentary The
Eagle Huntress, tells her own story for the first time, speaking
directly with writer Liz Welch (I Will Always Write Back), who
traveled to Mongolia for this book. Her story and fresh, sincere
voice are not only inspiring but truly magnificent: with the
support of her father, she captured and trained her own golden
eagle and won the OElgii eagle festival. She was the only girl to
compete in the festival. Her triumphant story hits on multiple key
nonfiction points of appeal: stories of survival, of unique
animal-human bonds, and of girls accomplishing amazing things. One
of the consistent highest-achieving trends in middle-grade
nonfiction continues to be empowering stories about strong girls
accomplishing tasks that had previously been considered impossible.
Not only does Aisholpan's story deliver that sensation in spades,
but it comes with strong media ties from the 2016 documentary about
her and her achievements.
A high-stakes adventure story full of heart from debut author
Varsha Shah, featuring charming illustrations from Sonia Albert!
'Full of colour and energy ... bravo' JAMILA GAVIN 'Utterly
charming, inspiring and gripping ... An absolute must-read!' KIERAN
LARWOOD 'Ajay is the most intrepid young reporter since Tintin,
caught up in a gutsy and moral adventure to find and tell the
truth. This sensational debut is full of outrage but full of warmth
and friendship too.' KEITH GRAY 'Exhilarating and heartwarming - a
story that shows the true power of the pen. Shah's tremendous
talent shines on every page.' CARLIE SOROSIAK Abandoned on the
Mumbai railways, Ajay has grown up with nothing but a burning wish
to be a journalist. Finding an abandoned printing press, he and his
friends Saif, Vinod, Yasmin and Jai create their own newspaper: The
Mumbai Sun. As they hunt down stories for their paper, the children
uncover corruption, fight for justice and battle to save their slum
from bulldozers. But against some of the most powerful forces in
the city, can Ajay and his friends really succeed in bringing the
truth to light? Not to mention win the most important cricket match
ever ... A high-stakes adventure story full of heart, written
against the backdrop of modern India: Emil and the Detectives meets
Slumdog Millionaire Winner of the Times/Chicken House Children's
Fiction Competition 2020 Wonderfully illustrated by Sonia Albert
and starring a lovable ensemble cast of characters Tackles tough
topics such as social justice and truth in journalism with a
lightness of touch
Father To Son, A Guide To Growing Up In A Difficult World is a no
nonsense book which is targeted primarily to young men who are not
being raised by their fathers, who need male guidance in their
life, and or, who just cannot find their way to the right path of
manhood. Although it targets the young, many people from age 22 to
82 may find this book to be very helpful. The book addresses the
current issues and problems that our youth have to deal with and
why, from a father to son perspective. It also gives guidance and
direction for those who might need it.
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China's Child
(Hardcover)
Evi Triantafyllides; Illustrated by Nefeli Malekou; Edited by Mary Cole
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R399
R370
Discovery Miles 3 700
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Chances
(Hardcover)
Rose King; Illustrated by Dan Henderson; Edited by Leah Olajide
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R472
R445
Discovery Miles 4 450
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