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Books > Children's & Educational > Geography & environment > Geography > Human geography / peoples of the world
Did you know that dinosaurs lived on the Isle of Skye 165 million
years ago? That North Ronaldsay sheep only eat seaweed? Or that
Loch Ness is so deep that it holds more water than all of Wales and
England's lakes combined? Bursting with all you need to know about
its people and places, history and culture -- from warrior kings
and mythical monsters, to famous landmarks, spectacular landscapes,
unique wildlife and much, much more -- this entertaining and
informative atlas offers readers a whirlwind trip around the
highlands and islands, lowlands and cities that make Scotland so
amazing. With a wealth of exciting and unexpected facts from David
MacPhail, and vibrant and dynamic illustrations by Anders Frang, An
Amazing Illustrated Atlas of Scotland is a perfect book for young
adventurers whether they live in Scotland or not.
In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed
Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of
Maya Angelou, the powerful speaker, writer and civil rights
activist. Maya Angelou spent much of her childhood in Stamps,
Arkansas. After a traumatic event at age eight, she stopped
speaking for five years. However, Maya rediscovered her voice
through wonderful books, and went on to become one of the world's
most beloved writers and speakers. 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 Maya Angelou'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!
What do you do when you don't have a home or a family to call your own anymore?
Eleven-year-old Abigail is not entirely sure how she'll find it, but after losing her mother to smallpox and her father to the sea, she knows that it is up to her to build a new life for herself and her little brother, Seth. But carving a future out of the harsh realities of life in Wiscasset, a nineteenth-century Maine seaport, proves difficult, and Abigail fears that there will always be more questions than answers. How long will they be able to stay and work for the young Widow Chase? Will Seth be able to let go of the past? As the months roll by like waves on the sea, Abigail searches tirelessly for a solution and for an answer to the question she holds most dear: Will they ever find a place to call home again?
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