Perfect for those who enjoy the creative and meditative pastimes of arts and crafts, Metallic Rock Painting will teach you how to create eye-catching works of art that will stylishly shine and glimmer.

Join author and mandala-stone artist Katie Cameron as she guides you step-by-step through the process of making eight luminous metallic designs, providing tips, tricks and handy hints along the way that will allow you to dot, paint, and create shiny rock artwork like a pro.

Taking inspiration from the wondrous lustre of metallic paint, Katie’s original designs will delight all who see them. From the simple but stunning Bubble design, to the gorgeous Dragon Egg, to the intricate and phenomenal Enchanted Urchin Amulet, these creations will be ideal for displaying in your home or garden, or making a spectacular gift for a loved one.

With step-by-step instructions and accompanying photographs for every design, you will be creating your own radiant works of art in no time. What's Included:

- 24-page book

- 4 large river stones

- 4 metallic paints

- 1 black paint

- 1 paint brush

- 1 dotting tool

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Discover the incredible achievements and inspiring stories of record breakers from around the world… and how you can become one of them.

With all new content - from high-end hotels to deserted ghost towns and talented pets to global sports superstars - the new edition of Guinness World Records once again shows how record breaking is for everyone, everywhere.

· Find a hidden talent within the Fantastic Feats chapter, including crazy collections, super strength and even pickleball
· Get inspired by 8 new ICONS – who embody the very best of record breaking – from music legend Dolly Parton, blind adventurer Erik Weihenmayer to powerhouse swimmer Katie Ledecky
· Marvel at the possibilities of the cutting-edge tech behind modern cities, robots and space exploration in a dedicated Science & Engineering chapter
· Celebrate the differences of the most incredible Human Beings from height extremes to superlative seniors and awesome anatomy
· Take on the grown-ups with records just for under 16s and the Young Achievers proving age is no barrier in the Kids Zone
· Cheer on American sporting heroes – including Caitlin Clark, Lamar Jackson, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone and more – as we run through the latest year in Sports

THE TOP 100 GREATEST GAMING CHARACTERS

Explore the coolest records across the most popular consoles, developers and games through a brand-new list from the ultimate authority on record breaking.

From Lara Croft to Link and the crew of Mass Effect to the Creepers of Minecraft, see where the biggest and best characters ranked. Do you agree and did your favourites make the list?

Plus!

· Get the lowdown on the most popular Roblox games
· Count down the coolest and rarest Fortnite skins
· Check out the most played Mobile Games from Pokémon GO to Brawl Stars
· Discover the origins of games like Batman, Spider-Man and Midnight Suns in the Comics and Videogames feature
· Trace the history of recording-breaking Sports Games with amazing facts on gaming versions of F1, American Football, soccer and more
· Learn how Videogame Voice Actors use different skills and inspirations to bring your favourite characters to life[AB1]
· Have fun and relax with Cosy Gaming – whether professional cleaning, cute kitties, or idyllic farms are your thing

Adapted for younger readers from Born a Crime: And Other Stories- the #1 South African and New York Times bestseller

‘If my mother had one goal, it was to free my mind. My mother spoke to me like an adult. She was big into Psalms. I had to read Psalms every day. She would quiz me on it. “What does the passage mean? What does it mean to you? How do you apply it to your life:” That was every day of my life. My mom did what the school didn’t. She taught me how to think.

In Born a Crime, Trevor Noah shares his remarkable story of growing up in South Africa with a black South African mother and a white European father at a time when it was against the law for a mixed-race child to exist. But he did exist and from the beginning, the often-misbehaved Trevor used his quick wits and humour to navigate a harsh life.

This edition of Trevor’s fascinating memoir blends drama, comedy and tragedy to depict the day-to-day trials that turned a mischievous young boy into a restless young man. Against all the odds, and supported his mom’s unwavering love and indomitable will, Trevor overcame many obstacles and created a promising future for himself.

Born a Crime provides a fascinating and honest perspective on South Africa’s racial history and it will also inspire readers looking to improve their own lives.

TREVOR NOAH is a much-loved South African comedian, who is currently the host of The Daily Show.

The perfect colour story book for young football lovers aged 5 and up!

Get ready to read three amazing stories about some of the most unbelievable animal antics football has ever seen.

In the first half, meet the naughty puppy who peed on an England player during an important match.

In the second half, celebrate with the animal mascot who became the hero of the team.

In extra time, meet the dog who saved a HUGE club from extinction!

Full of football action and fun facts at half time, Animal Antics is perfect for shared reading or for newly confident readers to enjoy independently. Plus, feel the thrill of the game with vibrant full-colour illustrations.

From bestselling football author of the Unbelievable Football and Ultimate Football Heroes series, Matt Oldfield.

From the internationally-bestselling Murdle series comes the second instalment of Murdle puzzles for young detectives!

The elite detective club is on a case that sends them out of this world and into space... How will the four junior sleuths crack these intergalactic mini mysteries?

Join computer whiz Olivia, tough-as-nails Jake, quick-thinking Julius and cat detective Buster McPaws on a cosmic adventure as they solve a string of fiendish space crimes!

With over forty mysteries featuring codes, mazes, clues and your trusty deductive grids, Murdle Junior 2: Ready, Set, Solve! will set your detective powers to warp speed!

What strange mystery lurks in the echoing corridors of Sacred Kidney School?

Best friends Jake and Sterling have hatched a plan to take on the school bully, Brick, and are ready to put it into action. But a bloodcurdling scream sends all the kids dashing to the library. Whatever's happened, there's nothing left at the scene ... and their teacher Miss Saffron has disappeared!

Who kidnapped Miss Saffron?
And who will bring her back?

Luckily, Jake is no ordinary kid - she's a junior detective. Together with Sterling and Brick, she'll lead a hunt for clues and uncover sinister school secrets. All the teachers have something to hide and everyone's a suspect! Help gutsy Jake crack the case in Sleuths on the Loose ...

Ready to solve more whodunnits? Follow the novel with Murdle Junior: Curious Crimes for Curious Minds and Murdle Junior: Ready, Set, Solve!

When the world of science is viewed at its extremes it is easier to study and understand and it is also much more awesome! Inside Magnificent Habitats find out about all of Earth's biomes, and how life on Earth is adapted to live in these rich and varied environments, such as the deep ocean, boreal forests and vast deserts. Uncover how plants and animals are adapted to survive droughts, extreme rainfall, freezing temperatures and scorching heat, and how landscapes change with the seasons, or due to changing conditions, such as wind, tide or volcanic eruptions . This series looks at extreme qualities and experiences, and how things have evolved and adapted to reach their extreme state and how we can identify scientific information from this. Presented in a highly graphic and accessible way, Extreme Science will appeal to visual learners and reluctant readers. Aimed at children aged 9 and up. Extreme Science is a series of six book: Powerful Forces Awesome Matter and Materials Spectacular Light and Sound Phenomenal Plants Magnificent Habitats Incredible Living Things

Treehouse is getting festive! With lots of Christmas laughs at every level in The 156-Storey Treehouse, from the worldwide bestselling Treehouse series by Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton. They've added 13 new levels, including a wishing well, a world-record breaking level, a super-stinky stuff level and a TV quiz show level (hosted by no other than Quizzy the quizzical quizbot). But it's the night before Christmas, and they've got carols to sing, lists to write, a new book to finish, and the real Santa to uncover . . . Will they get it all done in time? Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!

The perfect colour story book for young football lovers aged 5 and up!

Get ready to read three amazing stories about some of the greatest strikers ever.

In the first half, see Kylian Mbappé wow the world with his amazing skills and unbelievable goals.

In the second half, watch Marcus Rashford shoot and SCORE while doing his bit to help people at the same time.

In extra time, see the incredible two-footed striker who helped win the Women's World Cup.

Full of football action and fun facts at half time, Superstar Strikers is perfect for shared reading or for newly confident readers to enjoy independently. Plus, feel the thrill of the game with vibrant full-colour illustrations.

From bestselling author of Unbelievable Football and Ultimate Football Heroes, Matt Oldfield.

A magical picture book for Christmas, written in perfect, heartfelt rhyme by Julia Donaldson, bestselling creator of Zog and Superworm. "Magical . . . as well as paying tribute to tradition, the gentle rhythmic verse and stunning pictures illuminate the two other things close to Julia's heart: the power of children and song" Good Housekeeping Deep in a snowy wood stands a little pine tree with a special destiny: when it grows up, it's going to be the famous Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square! This is the perfect picture book to snuggle up with and share at Christmas. Gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations whisk you from frozen forests to the sparkling city square in a beautiful, moving story of festivity and hope. Julia Donaldson's perfect rhyme is a joy to read aloud. This is a classic to treasure for generations Victoria Sandoy's exquisite, atmospheric illustrations are full of gorgeous details to point out and share A paragraph on the final page of the book explains the true story behind the tree The Christmas Pine is based on a true story. It celebrates a special tradition that stretches back over seventy years. Every year, the Mayor of Oslo in Norway presents the British people with a spectacular Christmas tree. The tree is a symbol of peace and friendship, and a thank you for the UK's support during World War II. Each year, the UK Poetry Society asks a poet to write a poem to welcome the tree. Julia Donaldson originally wrote The Christmas Pine to celebrate the 2020 Christmas tree. The poem was performed by London schoolchildren, and displayed in Trafalgar Square. Julia Donaldson is the author of many of the best-loved children's books ever written. She has been awarded a CBE for services to literature, and is the most celebrated children's writer in Britain today. Many of Julia Donaldson's beloved picture books have been made into award-winning animated films which are regularly shown on the BBC at Christmas. Superworm animation will premiere on BBC Christmas 2021

Three books of fun in one! Join Dave the naughtiest unicorn for a BUMPER collection of three favourite funny stories, perfect for reluctant readers and boys and girls aged 5-8.

Mira has always dreamed of having her very own unicorn, so she's over the moon when she finally gets her invitation to Unicorn School! But Dave isn't quite the elegant, sparkling unicorn she's been dreaming of … he's more grumpy than glittery and loves to snooze and eat donuts! But Dave has hidden strengths – he's brilliant at prancing AND and he holds the Unicorn School record for the amount of poos ever done in one day (38) – and soon Mira and Dave are the BEST of friends.

Join Dave and the gang for three amazing, magical adventures in one. This bumper collection contains The Naughtiest Unicorn, The Naughtiest Unicorn at Sports Day and The Naughtiest Unicorn on a School Trip.

Create really cool neon art on rocks with this Zap! Extra Neon Rock Painting kit! Kit contains a 48 page book with over 20 gorgeous designs, 6 river stones, 5 neon paint pots, and 2 paint brushes!

What's Included

• 6 river stones
• 5 paint pots
• 2 paint brushes
• 48-page instruction book

Het jy al ’n weermag Weense worsies gesien? Wat sal jy doen as jou huiswerk wegvlieg? Watter nare dinge gebeur as jy jou pizza met ’n mes en vurk eet?Kom baljaar saam in dié prettige, holderstebolder rympieboek uit die pen van Jaco Jacobs. Jy gaan nêrens ’n lawwer rympieboek as dié een kry nie – al staan jy op jou kop!Die versameling bevat 58 rympies met illustrasies deur Nici Brockwell.

Packed full of facts this wonderfully illustrated book measures and compares everything from animals, space and dinosaurs to machines, sports and people, and will captivate children - and parents too! Did you know that a blue whale weighs about as much as 20 T-Rex dinosaurs? Or that a guinea pig is 70% water? This exciting picture book is full of these and many more fascinating fact nuggets. Turn the pages and compare the fastest machines, the tallest buildings, the biggest animals, the world's highest fliers and much, much more. You can trace the journey lines to discover which animal travels furthest, read the clues to match the fossil print to the dinosaur, or count up the construction workers to see how many humans it takes to measure the height of a mighty tunnelling machine. Using striking visual comparisons, quiz questions and bite-sized facts, this book, aimed at children aged 5 and older, builds maths skills and helps readers develop their understanding of the world around them. Children will be amazed at what they discover in My First Book of Comparisons and will have plenty of unforgettable facts to dazzle their friends and family with. For readers who can't get enough and older readers aged 8 and up, why not try The Book of Comparisons for even more mind-melting facts and incredible illustrations to pour over.

Pelé vs Maradona: which of these footballing legends is the Greatest Of All Time? The third title in a the new series from Matt Oldfield, the bestselling author of Ultimate Football Heroes, and Seth Burkett, a former professional footballer, tackles the question that every football fan wants answered: who is the GOAT?

Each book pits two of the biggest and best players in the world head-to-head in a battle for the crown. Next up we go back in history and travel to South America for the superstar clash of Pelé vs Maradona. Action-packed and full of detailed facts, trivia, stats and funny illustrations, this is a collectable new series that's perfect for fans of Ultimate Football Heroes and Football School.

The perfect cookbook for beginners! The companion to the top selling COOK & ENJOY is now revised, updated and completely redesigned with a modern look and feel. This colourful guide will show you how easy and how much fun it is to cook. The more than 55 mouthwatering recipes have been specially selected and tested. Each method comes with step-by-step instructions and is illustrated with full colour photographs.  Also available in Afrikaans as Klein Kook en Geniet.

There are lots of laughs at every level in Treehouse Tales: too SILLY to be told ... UNTIL NOW! From the bestselling Andy Griffiths and Terry Denton. Climb the storeys with 13 fully illustrated adventures starring Andy, Terry and their friends. Featuring stories such as: Terry and the Magic Wand Chair-up-your-nose Day The Day Terry Flushed Me Down the Toilet The Mystery Case of the Missing Doodles ... and many, many more! Well, what are you waiting for? Come on up!

Put your detective skills to the ultimate test in this fiendish puzzle activity book. This book features a series of thrilling detective cases to work through, with brain-boggling puzzles to crack along the way. And the best part is YOU are the private investigator at the centre of the action. Can you track down a stolen ancient artefact, figure out who hacked the mayor’s computer network or solve a haunted house mystery? How about figuring out who has stolen an inventor’s prized robot? Other cases to investigate include a dognapping, a runaway train, a fairground mystery, an undercover mission and a tropical island puzzler. Crack codes, solve mazes, follow clues, figure out logic puzzles and so much more in this fun and engrossing collection of activities. With 10 cases to crack, you’ll be proving your worth as a super sleuth in no time!

Crack the case with the InvestiGators! Join Mango and Brash in InvestiGators Off the Hook for the third adventure in the laugh-out-loud full colour series by John Patrick Green, perfect for fans of Bunny vs Monkey. Rob a bank? Check. Find a secret lair? Check. Kidnap a giant chicken? Check. Crackerdile and Hookline and Slinker are back and badder than ever! Luckily, Mango and Brash are hot on their tail with their hi-tech Very Exciting Spy Technology (V.E.S.T.s). Do the InvestiGators have what it takes to catch the crooks or will the vile villains slither away from justice? The InvestiGators series is a hit with all ages and covers themes like: - Teamwork - Resilience - Problem-solving Join the InvestiGators on more adventures in Take the Plunge, Ants in Our P.A.N.T.S, Braver and Boulder and Heist and Seek!

See, Touch, Feel: Farm is a fantastic first concepts book from Priddy Books. This new compact board book format introduces the farm to very young children in a fun and simple way. Specially designed to stimulate toddlers and encourage the development of motor skills, this engaging board book is filled with embossed images and textures to touch. The bright pages featuring happy babies and handprint artwork will appeal to young children as they learn farm words.