The ideal gift to help kids learn brilliant new hobbies Get creative, get reusing and get crafting! The how-to book for kids who love crafts. It's easy to understand and tells them exactly what they need to know step-by-step. Easy-peasy tips on how to make cool stuff out of things that are usually thrown away Space to scribble and make the book their own Packed with fun, eco-friendly activities guaranteed to them rummaging in the recycling bin! Written by award-winning social enterprise Wastebuster, who are on a mission to protect the planet by reducing waste. Kids can try lots of brilliant stuff with the fun YOU CAN series from Collins - including how to write stories, draw, grow food, take photos, stargaze, cook, craft and more - there's something for everyone! YOU CAN write awesome stories (9780008372651) YOU CAN draw brilliant pictures (9780008372668) YOU CAN have an outdoor adventure (9780008372675) YOU CAN take amazing photos (9780008372682) YOU CAN grow your own food (9780008372699) YOU CAN save the planet (9780008374563) YOU CAN explore the universe (9780008420970) YOU CAN cook tasty food (9780008420987) YOU CAN upcycle and craft (9780008420994) YOU CAN get active (9780008421007)

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How much fruit do you think one small girl can manage to eat in one day? In the case of the narrator of this counting poem, the answer is a lot! Count from one to ten and learn the names of some Caribbean fruits, and find out what happens after eating a cocktail of mangoes, bananas and more.

Valerie Bloom's Fruits is a Caribbean counting poem full of sumptuous illustrations by David Axtell, the creator of We're Going on a Lion Hunt. The rhyming text will help children learn to count whilst exploring the many fruits of the Caribbean.

The ideal gift to help kids learn brilliant new hobbies Get chopping, get mixing and get cooking! The how-to book for kids who love to cook and bake. It's easy to understand and tells them exactly what they need to know step-by-step. Easy-peasy tips on how to make tasty and nutritious savoury and sweet recipes Space to scribble and make the book their own Packed with fun activities guaranteed to get kids into the kitchen! Written by qualified nutritionist and founder of Little Cooks Co., creators of easy, fun and healthy cooking kits for kids. Kids can try lots of brilliant stuff with the fun YOU CAN series from Collins - including how to write stories, draw, grow food, take photos, stargaze, cook, craft and more - there's something for everyone! YOU CAN write awesome stories (9780008372651) YOU CAN draw brilliant pictures (9780008372668) YOU CAN have an outdoor adventure (9780008372675) YOU CAN take amazing photos (9780008372682) YOU CAN grow your own food (9780008372699) YOU CAN save the planet (9780008374563) YOU CAN explore the universe (9780008420970) YOU CAN cook tasty food (9780008420987) YOU CAN upcycle and craft (9780008420994) YOU CAN get active (9780008421007)

The ultimate learn-how-to-cook book filled with 100+ amazing, easy-to-follow recipes for every occasion plus helpful kitchen tricks to inspire young cooks ages 8 to 12 This best-ever kids' cookbook from Delish is filled with recipes that make cooking so much fun. Throughout young chefs will learn basic skills, like how to make the gooey grilled cheese (the secret: use a waffle iron!) and upgrade your favorite store-bought foods (Chicken Nuggets! Woohoo!). Chapters include recipes for breakfast (Banana Split Oatmeal!), snacks (Cool Ranch Chickpeas!), lunches and dinners (Chorizo Tacos, Hot Dog Cubanos, and Best-Ever Fettucine Alfredo... do we need to say more?!), and party eats. Plus, two whole chapters include restaurant copycat recipes and desserts and snacks inspired by beloved pop culture characters. Recipes also include: * English Muffin Pizzas * Spaghetti Lo Mein * Edible Cookie Dough * Mason Jar Ice Cream * Chili Cheese Dog Casserole * Zucchini Tots * Mini Boston Cream Pies * BBQ Chicken Pizza * Mango Lassi Smoothie Bowl * Perfect Fudgy Brownies * Holiday Cookie Pops * and many more! Each recipe shows the equipment young chefs will need and how easy (or challenging) a dish is to make. Helpful tips, step-by-step photos, and simple instructions clearly explain methods and techniques. Plus, color photographs, fun facts about the cultural history of dishes and special family recipes contributed by grandmas across the country make this book the ultimate gift.

No Worries! is an interactive self-care activity book for children aged 7+ to colour and doodle their way to happiness, calm and confidence. The encouraging and simple activities and exercises tackle anxiety, sadness and stress; children will enjoy using their creativity to combat negative feelings, work out why they feel worried and how to put stress back in its place through writing, colouring, doodling and drawing. Featuring the charming and quirky illustrations of Katie Abey, a UK-based illustrator. Her quirky pictures will keep the reader entertained and focused as they work through the book, or simply dip into the pages for ten minutes of calm colouring. Part of Mindful Kids a thoughtful new range of activity books for children from Studio Press. Includes an introduction and notes for grown-ups by consultant Dr. Sharie Coombes, Child & Family Psychotherapist. Dr Sharie Coombes is a former primary teacher, headteacher and local authority adviser who retrained as a child and family psychodynamic psychotherapist, neuropsychotherapist, solution-focused therapist, and specialist paediatric hypnotherapist. Sharie gained a doctorate in education from the University of Brighton in 2007 and is an expert in the therapeutic use of linguistic patterns. Alongside a busy private therapy practice in Brighton, she has worked part-time as a child, adolescent and family psychotherapist at the NHS Tavistock Clinic in London with adopted and fostered children, young people and families. She now works with the psychosocial team in the British Red Cross Refugee Support and International Family Tracing team. Sharie has 2 adult children.

How Artists See is designed to teach children the art of observation and increase their visual literacy. These interactive, inquiry-based books - great for both home and classroom - invite young readers to compare and contrast the ways in which different artists treat similar themes. They are an ideal way to introduce kids to art. This new edition of How Artists See Play is revised and redesigned from cover to cover. More than two-thirds of the featured artworks are newly selected, and they are even more stylistically and culturally diverse - ranging from an ancient Egyptian sculpture to a Persian miniature to a woodcarving by a contemporary Hispanic artist. Also available in the series: How Artists See Work ISBN 9780789213594 How Artists See Families ISBN 9780789213495 How Artists See Animals ISBN 9780789213488

Making homemade toys and decorations is an excellent way for children to become involved in the celebration of festivals throughout the year. This comprehensive book includes crafts for children to make, either at home or school. Detailed instructions, diagrams and colour photographs on making a range of seasonal items are given: from decorated eggs and pompom, straw and origami animals, to autumn garlands, lanterns, festive wreaths and paper window stars. Packed with enjoyable projects, this is the perfect resource for both parents and teachers. This is a compilation of the Christmas, Easter and Harvest Craft Books. This new edition has been fully revised.

Push, pull and slide the tabs to make things bloom in Busy Grow! Sprinkle seeds into the soil, water the plants and watch the beautiful flowers turn into fruit and vegetables as you discover how things grow. Green-fingered toddlers will love playing with this bright and colourful board book with gentle rhyming text and wonderful illustrations by Diana Bedoya, which is part of the popular Busy Book series. Discover more of the Busy Book series with titles such as Busy Recycle, Busy Garden, Busy Pets and Busy Shopping.

The world can be seen from many different viewpoints, but one of the most interesting is certainly food. Don't we always say, "we are what we eat"? Therefore, a particular food will reflect the culture, the tradition and the relation to nature of the people who created it. This book travels the countries of the world to tell the secrets of the typical dishes. The reader will discover that the tapas, the typical finger food of Spain is called that because they were used to plug a glass of wine (tapar in Spanish), or that the first pizza was given the name of the Italian Queen Margherita. The drawings of the dishes on the maps take the reader on a journey through the flavours of the world, enriching their understanding of traditions and, why not, stirring the appetite.

A beautifully illustrated collection of baking recipes for first cooks written by the 2019 winner of The Great British Bake Off. Learn how to bake breads, cakes, pastries and biscuits to perfection in this imaginative collection of deliciously healthy recipes. Featuring easy to follow, beautifully illustrated step-by-step instructions, and a wealth of classic and creative bakes, this first baking book is jam-packed with inspiring content and has everything budding bakers need to take their first steps to baking glory!

Jenny Chandler, is back with Green Kids Cook, after focusing on classic family recipes and techniques in Cool Kids Cook, she is here with over 50 easy and adaptable recipes to teach the cooks of the future how to eat well, look after themselves and think about the planet all at the same time. With spreads on the environment and craft projects too. There is a massive rise in interest in veganism, vegetarian cooking and reducing meat consumption and, whilst this book is not purely plant-based, the world of vegetables, grains, pulses, nuts and seeds are at its core, with the odd tip about using sustainable meat and fish. It's undeniable that, with rising levels of obesity and all the related health issues, we need to get kids eating more veg; there can be no better way to get children eating more greens than letting them take the reins in the kitchen. Where Jenny's earlier book, Cool Kids Cook, focused on classic family recipes and basic techniques, Green Kids Cook is about learning to cook and eat in the most environmentally sound and sustainable way we can, and having fun with it too - with recipes for Breakfasts, Snacks, Soups & Salads, Mains and Sweets, this is an inspirational and empowering cookbook for kids everywhere.

Suggesting an antidote to our era of ever-present screens and passive play, our new book, The Nature of Play, offers simple, seasonal activities encouraging children (and the adults who love them) to play with and among nature - whether they live among skyscrapers or fields. Days spent wandering and wondering are what childhoods should be made of - and The Nature of Play is packed with plentiful ideas for simple, fascinating and fun ways to do just that - rain or shine. In these 44 seasonal activities, banish boredom by: Learning how to find your way using nature's signs Making a fire - and then cooking delicious food over it Going stargazing and spotting constellations Creating a beautiful mobile to celebrate the seasons Hosting a special summertime party Tuning up your bike We've got all the inspiration you need to explore, discover, learn and make incredible new things, wherever you live and whatever your experience, using only a few materials and your own imagination and ingenuity - all year long.

.Star Wars(r), Star Trek(r), Battlestar Galactica(r), spaceships, shuttlepods, droids, and much more .Big and small, young and young at heart, this book is for all LEGO(r) fans "One day, long long ago, someone had the idea to build space ships etc. from the Star Wars movies. I was immediately excited by that idea, got all the necessary LEGO(r) bricks and started building. My passion has not dwindled since."Joe Klang LEGO(r) Galaxycomes with complete instructions as to how to build your favorite spaceship, droid or space station it only takes a little ambition, imagination and intuition. Simple step-by-step instructions complete with clearly arranged parts lists make it easy to bring your favorite science fiction mov

Race handmade boats, build an insect hotel and create wildflower Easter eggs, all while learning about the natural world -- whatever the weather. This practical and brightly illustrated book is packed with indoor and outdoor crafts and activities, plus fun facts, to entertain and engage curious children during the spring and summer months. All the activities encourage an exploration of nature, from streams and moss, to butterflies and dandelions. Children will love finding out about the natural world through play and creation whether at home or in the classroom. This wide-ranging book will provide inspiration for parents and teachers working with children aged four and up. Most activities can be enjoyed both individually and in groups.

Large format board book, containing sturdy press-out pieces for hours of creative, imaginative play Kit contains a full set of tools All pieces can be stored back inside the book

There are times when keeping your young children occupied and entertained can be a real challenge, no matter how super-organised or imaginative you're parenting skills. This bumper book of boredom-busting craft activities is all you need to be inspired. Dip in and discover the eight handy sections: Nature lovers, Messy makes, Rainy day, Sunny day, little laboratory, Paint and print, Playing and performing and Dressing-up. Each one is packed with things to do that range from spur-of-the-moment creative play, involving little or no preparation, to mini projects with step-by-step instructions.

A refreshing source of ideas to help your children learn to grow their own patch of earth, Gardening Lab for Kids encourages children to get outside and enjoy nature. This fun and creative book features 52 plant-related activities set into weekly lessons, beginning with learning to read maps to find your heat zone, moving through seeds, soil, composting, and then creating garden art and appreciating your natural surroundings. Author Renata Fossen Brown guides your family through fun activities that are also lessons about botany, ecology, the seasons, food, patience, insects, eating, and cooking. Have fun exploring: pollinators by making a pollinator palace out of bricks, sticks, twigs, bamboo, and pegboard. the basic elements of soil-sand, silt, and clay-by testing how well your soil drains with just a shovel, water, ruler, and timer. color theory by creating a table top color wheel from different colored annuals. native birds by making a bird feeder from an old picture frame and piece of screen. Garden Lab for Kids is the perfect book for creative families, friends, and community groups and works as lesson plans for both experienced and new gardeners. Children of all ages and experience levels can be guided by adults and will enjoy these engaging exercises. So, slip on your muddy clothes, and get out and grow! The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to create your own circus-all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.

Age range 9 to 12 The baking book that every kid needs, from America's Test Kitchen, who brought you the #1 New York Times bestselling brand! For the first time ever, America's Test Kitchen is bringing their baking expertise and testing to the children's market - with THE must-have baking cookbook for every kid chef! With sweet and savoury recipes, The Complete Cookbook for Young Chefs is perfect for kids who want to bake for themselves, their friends, or their family. In addition to the best and most delicious recipes, chapters include how-to information, detailed technique guidance, step-by-step photos, and information on the science behind what makes your baked goods taste so amazing. Tested for quality, taste, ease, availability of ingredients, and more, each recipe will be suited perfectly for the emerging young baker.

Put on your chef's hat and roll up your sleeves. It's time to get cooking! Filled with more than 150 delicious dishes and mouth-watering recipes for young chefs to create at home. This first cookbook is the ideal way to get your child interested in food, nutrition, and cooking for life! Cooking with children can be immensely rewarding. You can watch your budding chef learn something new, try different flavours and celebrate their own achievements in the kitchen. DK Books has created the ultimate cookbook that every kid chef needs on their shelf. Each recipe has easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions alongside pictures that illustrate each stage of cooking. There's a scrumptious recipe for every occasion from blueberry muffins and apple crumble, to lamb hotpot and sweet potato lasagne. Perfect for budding chefs and kid foodies, this cookbook helps build up basic cooking skills, safe kitchen practices, and an adventurous palate. Packed with healthy recipes, helpful tips, and fail-safe techniques, your child will be excited to create dishes that are both fun to make and delicious to eat! It's as Easy as Pie! From speedy suppers to delicious bakes, this kid's cookbook contains a wealth of imaginative recipes that will inspire your little chef to put on their apron and get going on their first food adventure! It's an essential introduction to cooking that will be treasured by generations to come. Inside the pages of this cookbook, you'll find everything your child needs to get started in the kitchen: - More than 150 fun, delicious, and healthy recipes for kids. - Easy-to-follow steps alongside pictures for each stage of cooking. - Helpful tips on how to stay healthy in the kitchen.

Gruffalo Crumble and Other Recipes is packed full of healthy snacks, sweet treats, and simple meals - all based on the bestselling picture book The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Is your tummy beginning to rumble? Make your own owl ice cream, scrambled snake and roasted fox, and of course . . . Gruffalo crumble! With twenty-four recipes specially designed for adults to use with children, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and lots of hints and tips on what to do next, Gruffalo Crumble and Other Recipes is a great way to introduce Gruffalo fans to cooking and baking. Perfect for holidays, rainy days and full of food ideas for a Gruffalo party.

This maker's handbook is packed with amazing projects that teach science, technology and design skills to help you come up with stylish, fun creations. Inside, you'll learn how to make light-up bags, create a speaker from a Pringles tube, design your own resin jewellery, and grow amazing crystal flowers. Other projects include a light-sensitive door sign, colour-changing bath bombs and self-watering planters. With craft concepts ranging from simple to advanced, there's something for every skill set. Each project comes with a short explanation of the science behind it, and every stage is heavily illustrated and photographed to ensure that following the instructions is simple for everyone.

This beautifully illustrated reference book has pictures of 1000 things to eat from around the world. Children can pore over topics such as `Breakfast', `The bakery', `Italian restaurant' and `Street food', and a section called `Festivals and celebrations' which shows foods associated with Ramadan, Chinese New Year, Diwali and Thanksgiving.