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Cities In Layers (Hardcover): Philip Steele Cities In Layers (Hardcover)
Philip Steele; Illustrated by Andres Lozano 1
R165 R129 Discovery Miles 1 290 Save R36 (22%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Walk around any famous city and layers of history start to emerge. In London, Roman walls stand shoulder to shoulder with modern architecture. In Rome, ancient treasures like the Colosseum stand shoulder to shoulder with buildings from the Renaissance. In New York, skyscrapers from the 1920s and 1930s have been upstaged by enormous glass towers.

In Cities in Layers, six famous world cities will be shown at different stages of their history. A clever die-cut element allows readers to really feel like they are peeling back time.

Women Scientists in Life Science (Paperback): Nancy Dickmann Women Scientists in Life Science (Paperback)
Nancy Dickmann
R272 R221 Discovery Miles 2 210 Save R51 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Discover the remarkable achievements of female life scientists in this fascinating book. Learn more about this STEM topic through inspirational women such as Mary Anning, Dian Fossey and Sylvia Earle, and find out how they overcame prejudice and other obstacles to achieve scientific greatness.

This or That Questions About the Desert - You Decide! (Hardcover): Jaclyn Jaycox This or That Questions About the Desert - You Decide! (Hardcover)
Jaclyn Jaycox
R344 Discovery Miles 3 440 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Would you rather be lost in the Sahara or the Gobi Desert? In this fun-filled non-fiction title, young adventurers will face decisions about surviving in a sandy wasteland. Readers will sharpen their decision-making skills with more than a dozen thought-provoking questions about deserts. From scary to gross to just plain silly, this book generates discussion and promotes critical-thinking skills. Full-colour photographs and engaging easy-to-read facts invite readers to make informed decisions while also prompting further research.

The Culture and Recipes of Mexico (Paperback): Tracey Kelly The Culture and Recipes of Mexico (Paperback)
Tracey Kelly
R271 R220 Discovery Miles 2 200 Save R51 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Experience the flavour of Mexico by using the delicious recipes in this book! As well as being able to make food such as tasty tortillas and guacamole, readers can also read about Mexican culture, such as farming, national festivals and daily life. Top kitchen tips help beginner cooks to get started.

Antarctica (Paperback): Christine Juarez Antarctica (Paperback)
Christine Juarez
R238 R192 Discovery Miles 1 920 Save R46 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Come along and investigate the continent of Antarctica. What are its landforms? Which animals live there? What do scientists study there?

Myth Atlas (Hardcover): Thiago de Moraes Myth Atlas (Hardcover)
Thiago de Moraes; Illustrated by Thiago de Moraes 1
R705 R510 Discovery Miles 5 100 Save R195 (28%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Step inside twelve magical mythological worlds. You might want to take a map.But the maps in Myth Atlas are special: they show how twelve extraordinary cultures saw the world. For some it's a giant tree or an upside-down mountain. Others reckon we're living on the back of a giant turtle. All of them are fascinating. As you travel the world from Egypt to Japan, you'll meet an incredible array of gods, monsters, heroes and fantastical beasts. Just watch out for werewolves and banshees along the way . . . Myth Atlas is a magnificent gift book that will captivate children and adults alike.

C'Era Una VOLTA Nell'universo (French, Paperback): Leanne Borrelli C'Era Una VOLTA Nell'universo (French, Paperback)
Leanne Borrelli
R350 R285 Discovery Miles 2 850 Save R65 (19%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Rainforests (Paperback): Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury Rainforests (Paperback)
Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury
R272 R221 Discovery Miles 2 210 Save R51 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Rainforests are lush, healthy forests. These amazing ecosystems are home to around half of all Earth's plants and animals. Find out about rainforests through the use of flowcharts in this fascinating book.

Islands (Paperback): Lisa J. Amstutz Islands (Paperback)
Lisa J. Amstutz
R238 R192 Discovery Miles 1 920 Save R46 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

All islands are surrounded by water, but there is more to these important landforms than meets the eye! Volcanoes formed some islands. Corals formed others. Some are old while others are new. Give beginning readers all the need-to-know information about islands, including their characteristics, how they form, and where they can be found around the world.

The Girl of Ink & Stars (Paperback): Kiran Millwood Hargrave The Girl of Ink & Stars (Paperback)
Kiran Millwood Hargrave 1
R250 R189 Discovery Miles 1 890 Save R61 (24%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

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

Lonely Planet Kids a Time to Celebrate 1 (Hardcover): Lonely Planet Kids Lonely Planet Kids a Time to Celebrate 1 (Hardcover)
Lonely Planet Kids
R403 R351 Discovery Miles 3 510 Save R52 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Safon Uwch Daearyddiaeth Meistroli'r Testun: Systemau Byd-eang (Paperback): Simon Oakes Safon Uwch Daearyddiaeth Meistroli'r Testun: Systemau Byd-eang (Paperback)
Simon Oakes
R814 Discovery Miles 8 140 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Master the in-depth knowledge and higher-level skills that A-level Geography students need to succeed; this focused topic book extends learning far beyond your course textbooks. Blending detailed content and case studies with questions, exemplars and guidance, this book: - Significantly improves students' knowledge and understanding of A-level content and concepts, providing more coverage of Global Systems than your existing resources - Strengthens students' analytical and interpretative skills through questions that involve a range of geographical data sources, with guidance on how to approach each task - Demonstrates how to evaluate issues, with a dedicated section in every chapter that shows how to think geographically, consider relevant evidence and structure a balanced essay - Equips students with everything they need to excel, from additional case studies and definitions of key terminology, to suggestions for further research and fieldwork ideas for the Independent Investigation - Helps students check, apply and consolidate their learning, using end-of-chapter refresher questions and discussion points - Offers trusted and reliable content, written by a team of highly experienced senior examiners and reviewed by academics with unparalleled knowledge of the latest geographical theories

The Real History of Thanksgiving (Hardcover): Cayla Bellanger Degroat The Real History of Thanksgiving (Hardcover)
Cayla Bellanger Degroat
R745 Discovery Miles 7 450 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Road to Glory 8: Cheslin Kolbe (Paperback): Jeremy Daniel Road to Glory 8: Cheslin Kolbe (Paperback)
Jeremy Daniel
R100 R80 Discovery Miles 800 Save R20 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Cheslin roared with happiness as the final whistle blew in Yokohama. They were champions! Later, as his captain lifted the 2019 Rugby World Cup trophy into the air, he felt prouder than he'd ever been before - of himself, his team and his country.

Cheslin Kolbe tells the story of a kid from Kraaifontein, Cape Town, whose talent took him to international sports stardom, first to Toulouse, France, and eventually to the call-up that would change his life forever: to play for the Springbok 2019 World Cup squad. It's the heartwarming story of a small player with a big heart whose signature sidestep helped the Springboks win the World Cup trophy for South Africa.

Cheslin Kolbe is part of the "Road to Glory" series, which covers some of South Africa's sporting legends as they set out on their journeys to becoming national and international stars.

Jane Austen, Volume 12 - My First Jane Austen [BOARD BOOK] (Board book): Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara Jane Austen, Volume 12 - My First Jane Austen [BOARD BOOK] (Board book)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Katie Wilson 1
R187 R162 Discovery Miles 1 620 Save R25 (13%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This board book version of Jane Austen - from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series - introduces the youngest dreamers to this great British novelist. Little Jane was born into a large family with seven brothers and sisters. She grew up reading and writing stories in the English countryside. As an adult, she wrote witty commentaries about landed gentry in a way that no one had ever done before, portraying young women who bravely made their own choices. These novels made Jane one of the most loved British writers of all time. Babies and toddlers will love to snuggle as you read to them the engaging story of this fascinating novelist, and will also enjoy exploring the stylish and quirky illustrations of this sturdy board book on their own. 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!

The Tale of the Mandarin Ducks (Paperback, 1st Puffin Unicorn ed): Katherine Paterson The Tale of the Mandarin Ducks (Paperback, 1st Puffin Unicorn ed)
Katherine Paterson; Illustrated by Diane Dillon
R242 R202 Discovery Miles 2 020 Save R40 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Wrtitten by Newbery Medalist Katherine Paterson with painting by Caldecott winning illustrators Leo and Diane Dillon
A beautiful mandarin duck is captured and caged by a greedy lord who wants to show off the bird's magnificent plumage. But the wild creature pines for his mate. When Yasuko, the kitchen maid, releases the bird against her lord's command, she and the one-eyed servant, Shozo, are sentenced to death. The grateful bird intends to return their kindness, but can he outsmart the cruel lord?


Winner of the "Boston Globe"/Horn Book Award for Illustration, and a "New York Times" Best Illustrated Children's Book of the Year.

Around the World Mazes (Paperback): Sam Smith Around the World Mazes (Paperback)
Sam Smith; Illustrated by Various 1
R302 R203 Discovery Miles 2 030 Save R99 (33%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Travel from the Amazon and the Antarctic to the Himalayas and Hollywood with this entertaining selection of mazes from across the globe. Each maze is more challenging than the last, from taking a ramble in Rio de Janeiro to touring the Norwegian fjiords or finding your way in a Moroccan market. All the answers are at the back of the book.

Grasslands (Hardcover): Ian Rohr Grasslands (Hardcover)
Ian Rohr
R70 Discovery Miles 700 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A full-colour exploration of grassland environments. Incorporating photographs and diagrams, it seeks to convey essential information on the topic, in line with the National Curriculum, and is ideal for school libraries and topic work for children between the ages of eight and ten, school years 4-5. It is part of a series of four titles on themes related to natural environments. Each title incorporates features of non-fiction texts that pupils are required to study in literacy lessons, such as contents lists, diagrams, flow charts, captions, report writing, glossaries and indexes.

Return to Factopia! - Follow the Trail of 400 More Facts (Hardcover): Kate Hale Return to Factopia! - Follow the Trail of 400 More Facts (Hardcover)
Kate Hale; Illustrated by Andy Smith; Britannica Group
R467 R408 Discovery Miles 4 080 Save R59 (13%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Schools Around the World (Hardcover): Mary Meinking Schools Around the World (Hardcover)
Mary Meinking; Edited by (consulting) Bryan Miller
R345 Discovery Miles 3 450 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Learning is important no matter where you are. But some classrooms are very different than others. Discover all types of schools around the world in this fun, engaging series that develops kids' understanding of our diverse global community and their place in it.

Everest: The Remarkable Story of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay (Hardcover): Alexandra Stewart Everest: The Remarkable Story of Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay (Hardcover)
Alexandra Stewart; Illustrated by Joe Todd-Stanton; Foreword by Ranulph Fiennes 1
R547 R454 Discovery Miles 4 540 Save R93 (17%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

In the late morning of May 29th 1953, the sun was shining brightly on the roof of the world, a gentle breeze was blowing and two men were there to witness it for the first time ever . Their names were Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay and the roof of the world was Everest.

This is the breathtaking story of how two very different yet equally determined men battled frost-biting temperatures, tumbling ice rocks, powerful winds and death-defying ridges to climb the world's highest mountain. Join these two unlikely heroes on the most amazing of adventures and discover the impact of hundreds of men and women that helped Hillary and Tenzing achieve their goal. But triumphs can be marred with tragedy as not everyone who climbs Everest survives ...

With a beautiful foreword by the greatest living explorer of our time, Sir Ranulph Fiennes, this brilliant book combines fresh and contemporary illustrations by Joe Todd-Stanton with Alexandra Stewart's captivating writing and publishes in time to celebrate the centenary of Edmund Hillary's birth. This unique narrative tells the story of how Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay made their mark on the world from birth right up to their final days and the impact they've had on Nepal today.

Coronavirus and Covid: A book for children about the pandemic (Paperback, Updated Paperback Edition 2021): Axel Scheffler Coronavirus and Covid: A book for children about the pandemic (Paperback, Updated Paperback Edition 2021)
Axel Scheffler; Kate Wilson, Nia Roberts, Elizabeth Jenner
R187 R154 Discovery Miles 1 540 Save R33 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

What is Covid, and why is everyone talking about it? Engagingly illustrated by Axel Scheffler, this approachable and timely book - now newly updated in print paperback for 2021 with the latest developments in vaccination and extra content about emotional wellbeing - helps answer these questions and many more. This new larger and expanded 32-page edition provides clear explanations about COVID-19 and its effects - both from a health perspective and the impact it has on a family's day-to-day life. With input from expert consultant Professor Graham Medley of the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, as well as advice from teachers and child psychologists, this is a practical, informative and reassuring resource to help explain the changes we are currently all experiencing. GBP1 from the sale of every copy of this book will be donated to NHS Charities together (with the remainder of the proceeds to cover print and distribution costs)

Queen Victoria's Secret Diary (Paperback): Terry Deary Queen Victoria's Secret Diary (Paperback)
Terry Deary; Illustrated by Mike Phillips
R158 Discovery Miles 1 580 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Brand new from the bestselling team behind Horrible Histories! It's time to delve into the totally true (sort of) and incredibly intriguing pages of Queen Victoria's Secret Diary. First! Terry Deary steps into the mind of one of history's most quirky queens, bringing you Victoria's thoughts on: * the Government! * incredible inventions! * Buckingham Palace! * the Empire! Horrible Histories' Secret Diaries of the most extraordinary (and Horrible) characters of all time will blow your mind. _______________________________________________________________ Horrible Histories' Secret Diaries are the perfect introduction to important figures from history. Fully illustrated throughout and told from the character's (sometimes delusional) point of view, each diary reveals the (quite likely) inner workings of their minds during the events that shaped their lives. Covering key moments in Victoria's life and the history of the Victorian era, the Secret Diary of Queen Victoria reveals her: * reaction to ascending the throne at 18 * arguments with Prince Albert * experience of the open sewers at Buckingham Palace * thoughts on her enemies and allies Each diary is the perfect introduction to a pivotal era in British History, brilliantly immersive and sure to capture the imagination!

Sky Brown - Skateboarding Phenomenon (Hardcover): Cheryl Kim Sky Brown - Skateboarding Phenomenon (Hardcover)
Cheryl Kim
R345 Discovery Miles 3 450 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

At just 10 years of age, British skateboarder Sky Brown became the youngest professional skateboarder in the world. Instead of using a coach, she learns her tricks online. She's not afraid to take risks and push limits. Even after a horrific fall left her unresponsive with several skull fractures and a broken left hand and wrist, Brown still remained determined to become the best skateboarder in the world and went on to claim a Bronze medal for Team GB at the Tokyo Olympics! Read this book to find out more about this incredible rising star.

A Good Thing Happened Today (Hardcover): Michelle Figueroa A Good Thing Happened Today (Hardcover)
Michelle Figueroa; Illustrated by Ramona Kaulitzki
R400 R320 Discovery Miles 3 200 Save R80 (20%) In Stock

A lyrical picture book that highlights good moments-from small to big-that inspire children to become the good news in the world! Written by the creator of Good News Movement, Michelle Figueroa, and illustrated by #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Ramona Kaulitzki. A good thing happened today. Hooray! Did you hear? Good things are happening every day, and everywhere! A rhythmic collection of happiness and hope inspired by real-life good news, this book reminds us that there are positive things happening every day and we can all be a part of it. Perfect for graduation, birthdays, and anytime reading.

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