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Join Pikachu for the ultimate Pokemon adventure in this mega puzzle
collection! With 3 awesome activity books, a poster and a door
hanger, this a perfect gift for fans of all ages. Jam-packed with
Pokemon fun, this gift box contains a colouring book, brain games
book and a picture puzzles book. The poster folds out to reveal a
group of your fave Poke pals to hang on your wall and the door
hanger will tell your family to keep out or come on in! Become the
ultimate Trainer with this mega puzzle collection!
Welcome to the world of Sleuth & Solve: History, a collection
of 20 clever mysteries where the clues are in the details and
crafty twists put readers' wits to the test. These mind-bending
mini-mysteries transpire across eras and civilizations, from the
Middle Ages to the Renaissance to the French Revolution and beyond.
Sleuth & Solve encourages readers of all ages to practice
deduction, inference, and logical reasoning to crack each case-and
develop critical thinking skills at the same time. * A
history-themed collection of interactive, inference-based mysteries
* Makes a perfect gift for puzzle lovers and super-sleuths of every
age * Requires keen observation, strong logic, and lots of creative
thinking Read the clues, work on solving them, and then lift the
flap to reveal the answer to each mystery. Readers may play alone
or with friends, collecting points for cracking each case and
determining whose sleuthing skills reign supreme. * A wonderful
gift for fans of brain teasers and puzzles, mystery aficionados,
parents and educators looking for a read-together book that
encourages critical thinking * The perfect mix of challenging logic
puzzles and quick entertainment * Perfect for children ages 8 to 12
years old * Great for teachers and librarians seeking a book that
even the most reluctant readerscan't resist * Add it to the shelf
with books like Encyclopedia Brown, Boy Detective by Donald J.
Sobol, The Boxcar Children by Gertrude Chandler Warner, and The
Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart.>
An edge-of-your-seat adventure packed full of puzzles, spooks and
mystery! When Claude's little sister, Amity, runs off in forbidden
Badwell Woods - where children disappear - Deliah, Sam and Claude
follow her to a mysterious mansion. Inside, time has frozen in the
1930s and an invitation promises a devious party game. Not long
after they find a terrified Amity, hiding from 'ghosts', the floor
beneath their feet starts to twist and turn: the rooms are changing
places. The house has rearranged itself like a giant Rubik's cube.
To escape, they must solve the puzzle - and the century-old mystery
of a girl who disappeared ... A fabulous twist on a timeless
haunted house adventure from the acclaimed author of the Milton the
Mighty series Scooby-Doo meets The Mysterious Benedict Society via
Escape Room Full of friendship, teamwork and logic versus instinct
- all wrapped up in a book with thrills, heart and bags of
atmosphere Perfect for readers aged 9 and up
The classic introduction to origami paper folding for beginners!
Florence Sakade's time-tested origami book for beginners has been
given a complete makeover, with an attractive new layout, improved
instructions and updated diagrams. These improvements will enable a
new generation of folders to make the beloved paper models in this
book. From animals, flowers and boxes, to boats and the
ever-popular crane, aspiring origami artists can learn directly
from a master. This comprehensive book shows you how to fold 50
different models, including: A Japanese Kimono--A cute and
satisfying model that will sharpen your folding skills A Jumping
Frog--An action model that looks just like the real thing! Tap its
hindquarters to get it to hop Spaceship and Jet Airplane--Give them
a toss and watch them soar through the air A Whale--Make a splash
with a charming model that only requires 8 steps to complete And
many, many more! First published in 1958, this book has served as a
guide for generations of origami folders. A reader favorite since
then, it is perfect for adults or kids, and is the ideal gift for
someone who wants to try their hand at origami for the very first
time. The clear and colorful instructions make it easy to create
amazing paper models with no previous folding experience.
Striking illustrations and an empowering story combine to introduce
young readers to the world of maths, creative thinking and
problem-solving. Setting off on a camping adventure with her
cousin, Aliyah soon discovers that numbers are everywhere, whether
it's counting out money at the shops, planning trips on the train
or even stargazing in a forest. As Aliyah solves some sums of her
own, she learns about the brilliant mathematicians who have helped
us understand our world. Soon she can't wait to become a maths
whizz too! With pages encouraging kids to play maths games with
their friends, this brilliant picture book written by engineer and
TV presenter Dr Shini Somara unlocks a love of numbers and creative
thinking, and celebrates women in STEM. Also available in the
series: - A Scientist Like Me - A Coder Like Me - An Engineer Like
Me
Dive into the perfect combination of facts, stories, photos, and
fun all about the world's most ferocious and fascinating ocean
predator SHARKS! For animal lovers who are absolutely obsessed with
everything sharks, this book has it all: tons of mind-blowing
facts, exciting games, hands-on activities, hilarious shark jokes,
and suspenseful stories from shark experts. It also includes
tantalising tidbits about perplexing prehistoric sharks, the latest
info on studying sharks in the wild, and surprising, cutting-edge
discoveries about shark behaviour. Key features include: A glossary
game in the front of the book to learn key terms More than 250
stunning photographs Detailed diagrams and infographics Articles on
the latest shark research and hands-on accounts from experts
"Fin-tastic Facts" gallery spreads showcasing sharks with the
fiercest features, the sneakiest defences, and more Hilarious shark
jokes Hands-on activities you can try at home Quizzes and games to
test your knowledge This brand-new series from National Geographic
Kids combines fun facts, photos, info-packed articles, and
incredible statistics all in a single book. It's a one-stop shop
for everything kids want about their favourite topic. A winning
combination of running text and short bursts of information keeps
kids excited and engaged as they get all kinds of amazing content
about their go-to subject. From telling jokes to friends, to
impressing teachers, to absorbing the latest research, kids will
love sharing what they've learned about sharks and will want to
dive into this book again and again.
25 brilliant ways to bend, fold and twist balloons! Amazing ideas
for blow-up creations such as a parrot on a perch, an acrobatic
aircraft, a teddy bear, a twirly hat, a bunch of tulips, and even a
pair of handcuffs! It includes instructions on how to inflate, tie
and decorate your balloons. It is ideal for 8- to 12-year-olds,
with basic twists for beginners, and more sophisticated projects
for older kids. It features simple stage-by-stage guidance and more
than 200 photographs show you what to do every step of the way.
Twist, twist, bend, bend, stretch, twist...pop! No, it's not a new
dance, nor a new breakfast cereal. It's you after you have read
this book and caught the balloon-bending bug. With this brilliant
book you will be able to create a whole world of furless dogs,
hairless monkeys, rubbery rabbits, wibbly hats and wobbly houses.
Confused? Well, you need not be for very much longer. Once you have
grasped the basic techniques, which are clearly explained at the
beginning of this volume, you will start making models for fun,
then for your family and friends. Finally you will be making them
at parties, while waiting for a bus, or even at school (not that we
encourage that kind of conduct, you understand). Before you know
it, you won't just have become mad, you will have become...a
balloonatic! Well, what are you waiting for? Grab a bag of balloons
and let your imagination take over...
BTS and Me is the perfect way to record all of your favourite things about your favourite Korean boyband, Bangtan Sonyeondan.
Packed full of fun fill-in activities, from quizzes to find out who would be your best friend, planning your ideal concert setlist and designing outfits for the boys to listing the music videos you watch on repeat, writing letters to each member and imagining a perfect day with them. Beautifully illustrated by real fans, this personalized keepsake has plenty of space to record all of your most cherished things about these seven talented boys from South Korea.
BTS is the biggest band on the planet right now; 2018 saw them gracing the cover of TIME magazine, speaking at the UN and performing a sold-out global tour, as well as breaking records for album sales and music video views. With their global ARMY of fans, BTS really are taking over the world.
Our New York Times best-selling Almanac is packed with incredible
photos, tons of fun facts, National Geographic exclusives, games,
activities, and fascinating features about animals, science,
nature, technology, and more. This new edition features: EXCLUSIVE
National Geographic Explorer interviews and features EXCLUSIVE
Interactive Almanac Challenge 2024, plus the results of the Almanac
Challenge 2023 BONUS SECTION of sidesplitting jokes and riddles NEW
fun-tastic things to see and do in 2024 NEW cutest animal
superlatives and animal rescue stories NEW science and dinosaur
discoveries NEW fun games, quizzes, and activities NEW weird and
wacky places around the world NEW experiments to do, places to
explore, and ways to change the world UPDATED reference material,
including fast facts and maps of every country Whether you're
looking for homework help, want to learn more about another
country, or just need a cute animal fix, the National Geographic
Kids Almanac 2024 has you covered!
Delve into the world of the four Hogwarts school houses -
Gryffindor, Slytherin, Hufflepuff, and Ravenclaw - in this
enchanting guide featuring recent LEGO (R) Harry Potter (TM) sets
and minifigures. Learn all about the Sorting Ceremony, when each
young witch and wizard is put in the house they naturally belong
to. Explore the magical world of Hogwart's houses: - Key
characters, locations, events, and items. - Presents the Hogwarts
founders and their history. - Comes with an exclusive Percy Weasley
minifigure in his prefect robes. Find out about the four founders
of Hogwarts and the personality traits associated with each house's
students. From Ron Weasley to Draco Malfoy, learn which house your
favourite LEGO Harry Potter minifigures are in, and discover fun
facts about students, teachers, creatures, and locations. Explore
the school's magical classrooms, the cosy Gryffindor common room,
and the Great Hall with its house tables. Plus, join students for a
game of Quidditch. LEGO Harry Potter: A Spellbinding Guide to
Hogwarts Houses comes with an exclusive Percy Weasley minifigure,
too. A must-have book for children aged 7-9 years, and a perfect
addition to the library of any young LEGO Harry Potter fans, LEGO
Harry Potter: A Spellbinding Guide to Hogwarts Houses is sure to
delight.
The perfect children's gift book to last the whole year Discover a
wonderful word every day! A year's worth of intriguing words,
including ones that reflect the changing seasons and link to the
date or month on which they appear. - suffragette on International
Women's Day - rewild on Earth Day - empathise on International Day
of Friendship Beautifully illustrated by Julia Murray with a ribbon
marker, it explains what the words mean, how to say them and where
they came from. Never be lost for words again...
This book is stuffed with the fastest, brightest, longest,
funniest, weirdest, wildest, wettest, saddest, brainiest, and
fascinating-est things in the world. It will amuse, entertain and
amaze you with the most excellent, outstanding and, quite simply,
best things on our planet and beyond. For instance, did you know
the oldest skyscraper in the world is in Chicago and was built in
1885? Or, that the most extraordinary fireworks display was the one
that closed the Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia, in 2000? Or
that the world's most expensive painting is 'The Scream' by Edvard
Munch, sold in 2012 for $119.9 million? From the highest peaks to
the murkiest depths, the fastest man to the slowest sloth, the
oldest lake to the most venomous snake and much, much more.
Highlights for Children's often-imitated, never-equaled Hidden
Pictures puzzles have delighted children--and adults--for over 67
years. This engaging series brings an exciting new element to
everyone's favorite puzzle. Each book is filled with vibrant
full-color Hidden Pictures puzzles, plus classic black-and-white
puzzles with a special bonus--12 pages of colorful stickers to mark
the hidden objects! An unbeatable combination for Hidden Pictures
fans everywhere!
Preschoolers will develop important pre-writing fine-motor skills
and hand-eye coordination through cutting and pasting activities,
using That's Silly(TM) puzzles, matching, and more, all in an
affordable, travel-friendly pad format. Being able to cut and paste
is an important step toward school readiness, and Highlights
infuses Fun with a Purpose (R) into this essential learning skill.
Cutting and Pasting is a 64-page full-color pad that gives
preschoolers plenty of practice with scissors through interactive
puzzles, cutting lines and shapes, cutting out and assembling
simple toys, and other activities that improve manual dexterity.
Animal Mazes contains over 35 fun and colorful animal themed mazes
for the youngest puzzler, including traditional mazes, string
mazes, pattern mazes, and more! Specifically created for kids ages
3-6, this activity book is filled with mazes -- and every twist and
turn offers a unique first-puzzling experience! Beginning puzzlers
will have fun and feel successful as they travel through each
age-appropriate maze. Along the way, they'll help a cow find her
mama on the farm, guide sleepy koalas in pajamas to their beds, and
splash across the sea with dolphin friends.
No one knows how to have fun like kids do. But sometimes, even kids
can use some fresh ideas for finding the fun in their lives. Fun is
everywhere, and with this charmingly illustrated children's book,
Annie F. Downs wants to help children ages 3 to 8 find it! Can it
be found in science experiments, at the farmer's market, or in the
kitchen? Yes! Can it be found on rainy days and starlit nights? You
bet! Can it be found with friends or parents or even annoying
little brothers? Of course! It's no secret that the world has felt
a little less fun lately. What Sounds Fun to You? is the perfect
book to get kids thinking about how to create their own fun right
where they are, right now. And it's the perfect companion for
parents who have run out of ideas!
Young detectives will never tire of this picture-search puzzle
book. Readers can pore over 17 cleverly illustrated scenes of
events from the life of Jesus to find the answers to the questions
posed on each page. Some puzzles involve looking for details of
everyday life, others highlight things that happened in the Bible
stories - offering hours of fun to readers as they search for the
answers. With lots to find, this kind of picture book is
particularly great for reluctant readers and visual learners,
helping all children gain key insights into the life of Jesus as
they super-sleuth their way through the book. Warning: may be
addictive!
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