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Everyone know that Britain has a Queen, but who is she and what
does she do? How do you become a Queen and who will be Head of
State next? This book answers these questions as well as looking at
the roles of other royal family members. A timeline at the back of
the book shows the full history of the British Royal Family. For
children aged 7 and up who are interested in learning about the
modern British Royal Family. Title in this series: The Queen
William and Kate Prince Charles Harry and Meghan
Frida Kahlo was a colourful Mexican artist who endured great pain
and hardship, but used her bright, vivid brushstrokes to express
her emotions and reveal her true personality. She created over 50
self-portraits, and is considered to be one of the most influential
and inspirational artists of the twentieth century. Little Guides
to Great Lives is a brand-new series of small-format guides
introducing children to the most inspirational figures from history
in a fun, accessible way. From Curie to Kahlo and Darwin to Da
Vinci, Little Guides to Great Lives tells the stories of the most
amazing people from all over the world and across history, with
colourful illustrations and fresh design to bring their incredible
stories to life.
The Himalayas are probably the most magical place on Earth. About
50 million years ago, a colossal clash between India and Asia
resulted in the tallest landform on earth, with 14 peaks reaching
over 8,000 meters above sea levels as it journeys through Nepal,
India and Tibet. This book helps you discover the towns that
inhabit its rugged lands, its legends and colours in an
extraordinary way and features information on the culture and
spirituality that lies in this beautiful part of the world.
Children will get an inside look at Vietnam's vibrant culture,
while learning through fun, hands-on games, songs, and activities!
This multicultural children's book is perfect for story time at
home or in a classroom, and is one children will come back to time
and again. Young readers are introduced to many different aspects
of Vietnamese culture, including: A brief look at the nation's
history, from its mythological beginnings to its famous kings and
heroes Tours of picturesque Halong Bay, the teeming streets of
Hanoi and Saigon, the sand dunes of Mui Ne, the Dragon Bridge in Da
Nang, the imperial palace in Hue, and many more colorful places!
Try your hand at making authentic Vietnamese dishes including a
Banh Mi sandwich, Fresh Spring Rolls and Moon Cakes to accompany
the Mid-Autumn Festival celebration Re-live popular folktales and
legends like "The Legend of the Areca Nut and the Betel Leaves" and
"The Legend of Trong Com" Learn the beloved folk song "The Rice
Drum" and the lively dance that accompanies it Experience the
sights and sounds of the Tet New Year's celebration as well as
other colorful festivals like the Feast of the Wandering Souls, the
Mooncake Festival, the Kitchen God Festival, and the Hoi An Lantern
Festival Learn to speak a few words of Vietnamese, including
greetings and the proper way to say goodbye Make a beaded
dragonfly; learn about Vietnamese manners and superstitions;
celebrate birthdays, weddings, and important events; and taste the
local fruits and delicious street food dishes! Award-winning author
Phuoc Thi Minh Tran is a Vietnamese librarian and storyteller who
opens windows onto a culture she knows intimately in this
lavishly-illustrated book. The charming full-color illustrations
and photographs bring Vietnam's history and culture vividly to
life.
The 'Great Lives in Graphics' series is a new way of looking at the
lives of famous and influential people. It takes the essential
dates and achievements of each person's life, mixes them with
lesser-known facts and trivia and uses infographics to show them in
a fresh, visual way that is genuinely engaging for children and
young adults. The result is a colourful, fascinating and often
surprising representation of that person's life, work and legacy.
Using timelines, maps, repeated motifs and many more beautiful and
informative illustrations, readers learn not just about the main
subject of the book, but also about the cultural background of the
time in which that person lived. * A genuinely engaging way to
explore great lives * Aimed at children and young adults aged 8 to
12 * Conveys the life of a notable figure in an accessible and fun
way * Fact-packed infographics capture the key information about
each person's life and work * Builds into a colour-coded library of
collectible biographies * Instant, fun, striking and enjoyable to
dip into * Always educational, but also surprising Each book
includes 15 spreads, all of which feature an introductory paragraph
and a visual concept. There are a few set concepts in each book:
Introduction - an inspirational overview of their life,
highlighting obstacles faced and the tenacity required to overcome
them. Timeline spread - charting their life from birth to death and
including major world events, putting their story in historical
context. Family outline - early family life and experiences in
education, relating them to similar questions and challenges
children face today. Geographical overview - map showing the
important places that feature in their lives, for example where
they were born, worked, lived and died. Glossary - helping children
to expand their vocabulary. Information is presented as visually as
possible, be it a set of numbers or even a single number expressed
with repeated icons. 'Versus' spreads highlight anything that
compares and contrasts. 'Did You Know' facts, definition boxes and
inspiring quotes accompany each spread.
Learn how humans have built dwellings to suit all kinds of
habitats. Adapting themselves to all kinds of landscapes and
climates, over the centuries humans have used their architectural
ingeniousness to build amazing dwellings: find them here, from
houses on stilts and igloos to tree houses and skyscrapers. Fully
illustrated with clear, engaging artwork and intelligent, simple
and original text presented in a clean, appealing design.
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Three
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Stephen Michael King
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Junior Library Guild Selection How did Julia Child become one of
America's most celebrated and beloved chefs? Her grandnephew
reveals her story in this picture book that Jacques Pepin calls a
"vivid portrait . . . an enjoyable read." Julia's kid-friendly
recipe for Oeufs Brouilles (Scrambled Eggs) is included! Julia
Child was born hungry, but she was not born a chef. In fact, Julia
didn't discover her passion for cooking until she had a
life-changing luncheon in France and became determined to share her
newfound love of food with everyone. In Paris, Julia devoured
recipe books, shopped in outdoor markets, consumed all kinds of
foods, and whipped through culinary school. And although she wasn't
always successful in the kitchen, she was determined to "master the
art" of French cooking. Through perseverance and grit, Julia became
a chef who shared her passion with the world, making cooking fun,
and turning every meal into a special event. Alex Prud'homme's
firsthand knowledge paired with Sarah Green's vibrant and energetic
illustrations showcases Julia's life and celebrates her enduring
legacy.
Everest is the world's highest mountain, towering like an icy giant
over the Himalayas. For the millions of people living nearby, it
has always been a magical place, known as "Goddess Mother of the
World" or the "Peak of Heaven". To explorers and adventurers, it
represents a perilous but thrilling challenge to be conquered. In
this exhilarating account by award-winning author David Long, he
looks back at the first attempts by international mountaineers to
reach the fabled summit, many of which ended in death and disaster.
An amazingly creative, themed book with a new doodling idea on
every page. The doodle starts, which use an innovative mix of
photographs and illustrations, are combined with text prompts to
set kids off on a doodling journey of imaginative fancy as they
create their own unique artwork. With 120 pages of doodles to
customize, over 200 stickers to decorate the pages, and helpful
tips along the way from Doodle Monster, this is the perfect book
for kids who just want to doodle their day away...
We often know and recognize the skyline of cities but are
completely unaware of what is hidden underground: discover the
underground city in the Australian desert, learn about Canada's
shopping arcades or New York's spider-web-like underground
transport network. The last page features the most striking and
audacious underground constructions such as the Channel Tunnel
linking the UK to France.
I Was There... is a perfect introduction for younger readers into
stories from the past, allowing children to imagine that they were
really there. I Was There... Ira Aldridge tells the exciting story
of the African-American actor, Ira Aldridge, who rose to fame on
the London stage. Brilliantly imagined, readers aged 7+ will love
this first-hand account of a child's experience of
nineteenth-century London and the vibrant life of the theatre.
Amazing black-and-white illustrations throughout bring the story to
life! Perfect stories for children who are struggling with their
reading
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of
Jesse Owens, the great track and field star. The youngest of ten
children, Jesse grew up working in the cotton fields of Alabama.
Discovered by his high school track and field coach, Jesse quickly
rose to fame as an athlete. He went on the challenge racism on the
world stage at the 1936 Berlin Olympics and made new world records.
This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and
extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with
historical photos and a detailed profile of the athlete and
activist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series
of books and educational games that explore the lives of
outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and
activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began
life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers
inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats.
The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading
aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present
expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you
to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning
cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even
more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to
children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who
will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
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We Are Not Broken
(Hardcover)
George M Johnson; Read by George M Johnson
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