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Books > Children's & Educational > Geography & environment > Geography
Marie Curie was a brilliant scientist who coined the term
'radioactivity', discovered polonium and radium, and helped develop
treatments for cancer. She was the first woman to win a Nobel
Prize, but her dedication to physics ultimately caused her death
from radiation. From artists to aviators and scientists to
revolutionaries, 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.
Launching with Leonardo da Vinci, Marie Curie, Nelson Mandela and
Amelia Earhart, 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.
Want to know which nation is ruled by a dentist-turned-dictator?
Where to find taxis shaped like coconuts? And who watches
competitive cockroach racing? Then this is the book for you! The
Big World of Fun Facts from Lonely Planet Kids is a bumper book of
amazing facts and stories from around the world. From countries,
food and folklore to sports, flags, animals and more, this fun and
fascinating adventure will boggle your mind. Themes to explore
include: Nations of the world Nature Government, politics and the
law People and culture Life stages Religion and faith Food and
drink Holiday and celebrations School and work Arts and
entertainment Sports and games Transportation and communications
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.
An instant New York Times bestselller! An Indiebound bestseller!
12-year-old Jordan feels like he can't live up to the example his
older sister set, or his parent's expectations. When he returns
home from school one day hoping to hide his suspension, Los Angeles
has reached a turning point. In the wake of the acquittal of the
police officers filmed beating Rodney King, as well as the shooting
of a young black teen, Latasha Harlins by a Korean store owner, the
country is at the precipice of confronting its racist past and
present. As tensions escalate, Jordan's father leaves to check on
the family store, spurring Jordan and his friends to embark on a
dangerous journey to come to his aide, and come to terms with the
racism within and affecting their community.
Explore the animal kingdom like never before with the Animal Atlas
from Lonely Planet Kids. Unfold maps to reveal animals from every
continent and lift the flaps to see their unique environments and
habitats. Discover a world of animal facts, life-size photos and
creature features - from a bear's paw and a baby turtle to an
anteater's tongue and a goliath birdeater, the world's heaviest
spider. EEK! All drawn to scale so you can measure yourself against
them. You'll find animals living on freezing ice caps, high on
snowy mountain peaks, in parched deserts and down in the dark
depths of the ocean. They fly through the air, crawl among trees,
burrow into the earth, plunge through the seas, and prowl the
forests - and range from the tiniest of insects too small to see
without a magnifying glass to the blue whale, which is longer than
three buses! The book is divided into seven sections: North
America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australasia, Oceania
& Antarctica - each with a map of the major environments as
well as illustrated and photographic depictions of some of the
animals living there. Are you ready for this round-the-world animal
adventure? 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!
Grab your football boots and get ready for the UEFA European
Championship 2021 in this incredible journey around the globe! An
absorbing gift for avid football fans aged 7+ years, perfect for
the next David Beckham. Kick off your footballing journey and see
the world in a whole new light! Discover fascinating facts and
stats - from record-breaking goals to famous football mascots - and
learn about the funny and extraordinary moments that make football
such a beautiful game. This unbelievable round-the-world adventure
is a celebration of the beautiful game that will take you through
all of the planet's continents. And the illustrated maps feature
key aspects, such as borders, capital cities and major rivers,
combined with amazing football facts - perfect for engaging young
readers and football fans. Clive Gifford started writing books at
the age of 16 and hasn't stopped since! He has had over 150 books
published, most of which are for children. His books have been
nominated for, or won, Royal Society, School Library Association,
Blue Peter, Smithsonian and TES awards. Clive lives in Manchester.
Tracy Worrall creates her artwork using both digital and
traditional media. She produced animations for an award-winning
educational television series for the Discovery Channel. Tracy
lives in Liverpool.
Sumptuously illustrated with eighty maps from the British Library's
unrivalled collection, this gorgeous children's book whisks its
reader around the globe. Like that of Jules Verne's famous hero,
the journey begins and ends in London, plotting an eastwards route
with stop-offs at some of the world's most fascinating places.
There are extraordinary details to pore over, as well as stories
about how and why these maps were made, and by whom. Fascinating
snippets explore each place in more depth, revealing its history,
famous people, landmarks, wildlife, culture or customs. Helpful
fact files provide at-a-glance information to broaden geographical
knowledge.
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Hand to Hold
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J. J. Heller; Illustrated by Alyssa Petersen
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Louise Bourgeois
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Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Helena Perez Garcia
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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of
Louise Bourgeois, the inspiring French-American sculptor and
installation artist. When Louise was a little girl, her mother
died. She learned to express her feelings through drawing--and when
she grew up, she turned these drawings into sculpture, confronting
her own fears through art. 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 artist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling
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 hardcover 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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Brazil
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Anita Ganeri; Illustrated by Sernur Isik
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Join intrepid explorer Benjamin Blog and his inquisitive dog Barko
Polo as they travel to one of the world's most fascinating
countries: Brazil The book includes chapters on Brazilian history,
geography, cities, people, and food, as well as visiting some of
the most famous places of this unique country, such as the Iguacu
Falls and the Statue of Christ the Redeemer in Rio de Janeiro.
Uncover some of the most chilling practices of the Maya. This book
explores all the gruesome details, from rituals and rites to
battles and sieges, with a detail that young readers will love!
Prepare to be horrified by the customs and culture of the Maya!
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Norway
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Polar Pals
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James Roberts
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