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Cambridge, Norfolk and Suffolk Unlocked (Paperback): Chloe Jeffries Cambridge, Norfolk and Suffolk Unlocked (Paperback)
Chloe Jeffries; Illustrated by Victoria Scott
R93 Discovery Miles 930 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Encyclopedia of World History (Paperback, New Edition): Fiona Chandler, Jane Bingham, Sam Taplin Encyclopedia of World History (Paperback, New Edition)
Fiona Chandler, Jane Bingham, Sam Taplin; Illustrated by Various
R380 R304 Discovery Miles 3 040 Save R76 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

An incredibly valuable overview of the history of the world from prehistoric times up to the year 2000.Magnificantly illustrated with a wealth of images depicting key events and everyday life in times gone by. With hundreds of links to specially selected websites, available through Usborne Quicklinks.

i-SPY in the Park - Spy it! Score it! (Paperback): I Spy i-SPY in the Park - Spy it! Score it! (Paperback)
I Spy
R88 Discovery Miles 880 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Explore your local park with i-SPY - facts, photos and fantastic spots! Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun! Kids will have fun collecting points outdoors with more than 140 things to find. From fountains to flower beds, pond life to playgrounds, they'll learn all about the things you see on a day at the park. And once they've scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their official i-SPY certificate and badge. With more than 30 i-SPY books to collect, there's something for everyone! For even more fun outdoors check out i-SPY In the Woods (ISBN 9780008529857).

100% Unofficial: More Idols of K-Pop (Hardcover): Natasha Mulenga 100% Unofficial: More Idols of K-Pop (Hardcover)
Natasha Mulenga
R213 Discovery Miles 2 130 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

The ultimate guide to the world of K-Pop! Even more stats, gossip and pics of your favourite bands including BTS, BlackPink and many more! If you are here because you saw Monsta X on Good Morning Britain, or you've heard of BTS but don't know where to start with your research, fear not! We are here to help with your introductory guide to all things K-Pop. In this second volume, there is more to know about the world-wide superstars hailing from South Korea. Learn about the language, the clothes, the dances and the secrets of the K-Pop world. Featuring more about BTS and BlackPink, and introducing Mamamoo, Monsta X, SuperM, Day6 and TXT. This guide to all the hit songs, killer moves and up and coming superstar artists is essential for all K-Pop fans! Also available in the 100% Unofficial range: BTS: Everything You Need to Know About the Kings of K-Pop Lizzo: All the Juice on the Entertainer of the Year Jonas Brothers: A Must-Have Guide for Fans of the Iconic Pop Siblings Little Mix: Shout Out to Britain's Greatest Girl Group

Lists For Curious Kids - 263 Fun, Fascinating and Fact-Filled Lists (Hardcover): Tracey Turner Lists For Curious Kids - 263 Fun, Fascinating and Fact-Filled Lists (Hardcover)
Tracey Turner; Illustrated by Caroline Selmes
R441 R372 Discovery Miles 3 720 Save R69 (16%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Do you want to know about eight of the world’s deadliest snakes, forty-nine countries without a coastline and five fearless female warriors?

Then look no further because Lists for Curious Kid by Tracey Turner is absolutely bursting with eye-popping and informative lists from around the world, guaranteed to keep you entertained and increase your general knowledge at the same time! Discover Ancient Greek monsters, presidential pets, dizzying mountain peaks, super-fast animals … and what not to mention at a donkey’s house.

With quirky, colourful illustrations by Caroline Selmes, this is a great gift purchase but also a book to buy for yourself!

Let's Explore! Our World (Hardcover): Claire Philip Let's Explore! Our World (Hardcover)
Claire Philip; Illustrated by Jean Claude
R217 Discovery Miles 2 170 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Text level is simple and engaging for young children.

First Illustrated Thesaurus (Paperback): Caroline Young First Illustrated Thesaurus (Paperback)
Caroline Young; Illustrated by Beatrice Tinarelli, Tjarda Borsboom 1
R255 R204 Discovery Miles 2 040 Save R51 (20%) In Stock

Inspire beginner writers with this handy thesaurus, packed with simple words and more advanced vocabulary to help young children write with confidence and style. With colourful pictures and organised by topic for easy reference, children can find words to describe feelings, food and drink, transport, hobbies, jobs, animals and much more.

Dictionary of Dinosaurs - an illustrated A to Z of every dinosaur ever discovered (Hardcover): Dieter Braun Dictionary of Dinosaurs - an illustrated A to Z of every dinosaur ever discovered (Hardcover)
Dieter Braun; Edited by Matthew G. Baron 1
R494 R323 Discovery Miles 3 230 Save R171 (35%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Dictionary of Dinosaurs is a fact-packed guide to the prehistoric world, from the Triassic to the Cretaceous - as well as from A to Z. Learn about the biggest, most fearsome, and strangest dinosaurs that ever lived, with up-to-date facts from real dino-experts. Featuring firm favourites such as T. rex, Ankylosaurus and Triceratops, as well as lesser-known beasts like the Baryonyx, the Rugops and the Shanag, there's no dino left behind in this comprehensive guide. Dictionary of Dinosaurs also includes a timeline, showing which dinosaurs lived when and where, and how the Earth has changed over millions of years. A 'How to Use this Book' page explains all you need to know for this to become your go-to guide to the dinosaur kingdom - each entry includes a fact file, scale diagram, Latin names and pronunciations. Best of all, each page is filled with colourful, eye-popping illustrations of the dinosaurs, based on the most modern research. Dictionary of Dinosaurs is a must-have addition to the bookshelf of any budding dinosaur-expert.

Paperback English Thesaurus Essential - All the Words You Need, Every Day (Paperback, 8th Revised edition): Collins Dictionaries Paperback English Thesaurus Essential - All the Words You Need, Every Day (Paperback, 8th Revised edition)
Collins Dictionaries 1
R240 R192 Discovery Miles 1 920 Save R48 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

The home of trusted English dictionaries and thesauruses for everyday language use. The perfect word reference for daily use with 300,000 synonyms and antonyms. Contains practical usage notes, and a fantastic crossword-solving supplement, this is the ideal thesaurus to take your language use and knowledge further. Specially tailored to meet the needs of the user at home, school, or in the office, with all the words and alternatives you might need, as well as a huge choice of opposites. The clear, accessible layout makes the thesaurus easy to use and ensures users can find the language they need when they need it.

Flags of the World (Novelty book): Flags of the World (Novelty book)
R93 Discovery Miles 930 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Why are there stars on the flag of Brazil? Which flag dropped from the sky during a legendary battle? Which country has the most unusually shaped flag? Answer all these questions and more with over 100 fascinating facts about the flags of the world.

Winnie-the-Pooh: The Best Bear in All the World (Paperback): A.A. Milne, Kate Saunders, Brian Sibley, Paul Bright, Jeanne Willis Winnie-the-Pooh: The Best Bear in All the World (Paperback)
A.A. Milne, Kate Saunders, Brian Sibley, Paul Bright, Jeanne Willis; Illustrated by … 1
R318 R212 Discovery Miles 2 120 Save R106 (33%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Celebrate 90 years of Winnie-the-Pooh with The Best Bear in all the World, the official sequel to the classic children's stories by A.A. Milne.

With brand-new stories from some of the most beloved children's authors writing today: Paul Bright, Brian Sibley, Kate Saunders and Jeanne Willis – each will transport you back into the Hundred Acre Wood for more adventures with Winnie-the-Pooh, Christopher Robin, Piglet, Tigger, Eeyore and the rest of the gang. With decorations by Mark Burgess, in the style of the cherished illustrations by E.H. Shepard.

This book will delight fans of the classic originals old and new. The short stories are perfect bedtime reading for ages six and up.

Do you own all the classic Pooh titles?

Winnie-the-Pooh

The House at Pooh Corner

When We Were Very Young

Now We Are Six

The nation’s favourite teddy bear has been delighting generations of children for 90 years.

Milne’s classic children’s stories – featuring Tigger, Piglet, Eeyore, Christopher Robin and, of course, Pooh himself – are both heart-warming and funny, teaching lessons of friendship and reflecting the power of a child’s imagination like no other story before or since.

Pooh ranks alongside other beloved characters such as Paddington Bear, and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage. Whether you’re 5 or 55, Pooh is the bear for all ages.

The New Children's Encyclopedia (Hardcover): Dk The New Children's Encyclopedia (Hardcover)
Dk
R689 R584 Discovery Miles 5 840 Save R105 (15%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Discover the fully updated, new edition of DK's bestselling reference book - containing all the latest knowledge and current thinking in a fresh new design. When? Where? What? Why? This stimulating and comprehensive encyclopedia answers all the burning questions that curious children love to ask! Each chapter is jam-packed with maps, charts, timelines, diagrams, beautiful images, and amazing facts. Did you know, for example, that a single drop of blood contains five million blood cells? Or that there are areas of desert on all seven of Earth's continents? Prepare to expand your child's knowledge on a wide range of fascinating topics - including Earth and beyond, plants and animals, history and politics, science, technology, and the human body. Children aged 9+ can discover: - Easily accessible, flashcard-style facts that highlight key information - A compelling combination of solid knowledge and stunning visual features - Updated facts and images, making this edition perfect for the next generation of readers - Chapters that are jam-packed with great photographs, amazing CGI images, and amazing facts, as well as maps, timelines, and diagrams This updated New Children's Encyclopedia is better than ever before, with the latest material and research for curious minds. Each section is arranged by themes, with more than 9,000 entries and 2,500 colourful images! Cross-reference icons are included to encourage children to explore and discover related information, feeding their curiosity and building their general knowledge. Whether you're after gifts for children who are eager to find out about the world, or a teacher looking for fascinating resource books for the classroom, this new encyclopedia is full of knowledge for inquisitive young readers.

i-SPY Ireland - Spy it! Score it! (Paperback): I Spy i-SPY Ireland - Spy it! Score it! (Paperback)
I Spy
R88 Discovery Miles 880 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Explore Ireland with i-SPY - facts, photos and fantastic spots! Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun! It's ideal for holidays, family road trips or simply exploring your local area. Kids will have fun collecting points with more than 140 things to find in Ireland. From mountains and beaches to landmarks and attractions, they'll learn all about the country and its history along the way. And once they've scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their official i-SPY certificate and badge. With more than 30 i-SPY books to collect, there's something for everyone! For even more spotting fun check out: i-SPY On a Car Journey (ISBN 9780008386443) i-SPY On a Train Journey (ISBN 9780008431730) i-SPY At the Seaside (ISBN 9780008386528) i-SPY Nature (ISBN 9780008386467)

Children's Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs (Hardcover): Clare Hibbert Children's Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs (Hardcover)
Clare Hibbert
R353 R289 Discovery Miles 2 890 Save R64 (18%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
i-SPY Wales - Spy it! Score it! (Paperback): I Spy i-SPY Wales - Spy it! Score it! (Paperback)
I Spy
R88 Discovery Miles 880 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Explore Wales with i-SPY - facts, photos and fantastic spots! Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun! It's ideal for holidays, family road trips or simply exploring your local area. Kids will have fun collecting points with more than 140 things to find in Wales. From mountains and beaches to landmarks and attractions, they'll learn all about the country and its history along the way. And once they've scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their official i-SPY certificate and badge. With more than 30 i-SPY books to collect, there's something for everyone! For even more spotting fun check out: i-SPY On a Car Journey (ISBN 9780008386443) i-SPY On a Train Journey (ISBN 9780008431730) i-SPY At the Seaside (ISBN 9780008386528) i-SPY Nature (ISBN 9780008386467)

i-SPY Scotland - Spy it! Score it! (Paperback): I Spy i-SPY Scotland - Spy it! Score it! (Paperback)
I Spy
R88 Discovery Miles 880 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Explore Scotland with i-SPY - facts, photos and fantastic spots! Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun! It's ideal for holidays, family road trips or simply exploring your local area. Kids will have fun collecting points with more than 140 things to find in Scotland. From mountains and lochs to landmarks and attractions, they'll learn all about the country and its history along the way. And once they've scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their official i-SPY certificate and badge. With more than 30 i-SPY books to collect, there's something for everyone! For even more spotting fun check out: i-SPY On a Car Journey (ISBN 9780008386443) i-SPY On a Train Journey (ISBN 9780008431730) i-SPY At the Seaside (ISBN 9780008386528) i-SPY Nature (ISBN 9780008386467)

Illustrated Dictionary of Science (Paperback): Jane Chisholm Illustrated Dictionary of Science (Paperback)
Jane Chisholm
R684 R475 Discovery Miles 4 750 Save R209 (31%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This is a new edition of this popular title, which provides a fantastic reference point for students studying for their SATs and GCSEs. It is split into three sections, each covering the key aspects of the curriculum for Physics, Biology and Chemistry, and including important charts, tables and lists. It is brightly and clearly illustrated. It is internet-linked to further online educational resources through the Usborne Quicklinks website.

How To Be A Young #Writer (Paperback): Oxford Dictionaries, Christopher Edge How To Be A Young #Writer (Paperback)
Oxford Dictionaries, Christopher Edge; Illustrated by Padhraic Mulholland 1
R220 R204 Discovery Miles 2 040 Save R16 (7%) Ships in 6 - 10 working days

This is an authoritative book from the word experts at Oxford to get budding writers crafting brilliant stories. It will help you think about how to develop an idea into a gripping and powerful story, with examples and tips from the best known authors to show you how it's done. For children aged 11 and over, it covers all the key elements of plot, characterization, building a believable world, thinking about tone and style, weaving description into stories, through to endings and editing your work. Practical tips will get any struggling writer to beat the fear of the blank page and inspirational advice will help young authors to achieve their creative writing goals. It includes information on sharing stories and how to get people reading your work.

Basher Science: Planet Earth (Paperback): Simon Basher Basher Science: Planet Earth (Paperback)
Simon Basher; Daniel Gilpin
R250 R195 Discovery Miles 1 950 Save R55 (22%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Discover the secrets of Planet Earth, from its fiery insides to the landforms and lifeforms on its surface! Basher Science: Planet Earth is a compelling guide to a community of characters who keep the world in motion. Learn just how hot it is at the Earth's core and how volcanoes are created, before discovering the difference between peninsulas and plateaus, and exactly who, or what, is the mysterious El Nino. Key concepts such as fossil fuels and climate change are broken down and illustrated in Basher's signature approachable style - making it easy for kids to understand these topical subjects. Kids can also learn about the unique features of different environments around the world, from the frozen Arctic to the African savannah. Basher's unique illustrations combine with chatty, first-person text by expert author Daniel Gilpin to hook even the most reluctant readers and help them to understand the science behind the headlines. Perfect for home or school, Basher's highly original books make difficult concepts tangible, understandable and even lovable. With sales of over 3 million copies around the world, they are a brilliant way to communicate science, history and geography.

Lists for Curious Kids: Animals - 206 Fun, Fascinating and Fact-Filled Lists (Hardcover): Tracey Turner Lists for Curious Kids: Animals - 206 Fun, Fascinating and Fact-Filled Lists (Hardcover)
Tracey Turner; Illustrated by Caroline Selmes
R296 Discovery Miles 2 960 Ships in 3 - 5 working days

Do you want to know twelve egg-laying animals that aren't birds, nine animals without brains, and how to say woof in sixteen different languages? Then look no further because Lists for Curious Kids: Animals is absolutely bursting with 206 interesting and informative lists, guaranteed to keep you entertained and increase your animal knowledge at the same time! Discover animal invaders, the top 10 most popular pets, fish that light up the ocean, very long snakes . . . and a slam-dunking, basketball-playing rabbit! With quirky, colourful illustrations by Caroline Selmes, this is a great gift purchase but also a book to buy for yourself!

Knowledge Encyclopedia Animal! - The Animal Kingdom as you've Never Seen it Before (Hardcover): Dk, John Woodward Knowledge Encyclopedia Animal! - The Animal Kingdom as you've Never Seen it Before (Hardcover)
Dk, John Woodward 1
R713 R610 Discovery Miles 6 100 Save R103 (14%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Explore the animal kingdom like you've never known before with this children's encyclopedia perfect for young animal lovers. Forming part of a fantastic series of kid's educational books, this bold and brilliant kid's encyclopedia uses ground-breaking CGI imagery to reveal the world as you've never seen it before. Informative, diverse in subject matter, easy-to-read and brimming with beautiful graphics, young learners can explore the incredibly detailed cross-sections and cutaways that reveal the inner workings of the animal planet. This charming children's encyclopedia opens the world in new ways, with: -Packed with facts, charts, timelines, and illustrations that cover a vast range of topics. -Encompassing a visual approach with illustrations, photographs and extremely detailed 3D CGI images. -Crystal clear text distills the key information. -DK's encyclopedias are fact-checked by subject experts to offer accuracy beyond online sources of information. This fully-updated edition of Knowledge Encyclopedia Animal! is the perfect encyclopedia for children aged 9-12, and introduces children to the major animal groups along with how they fit into the tree of life. Covering invertebrates, fish, reptiles, amphibians, birds, mammals and more, this amazing animal book for kids is jam-packed with fun facts about your favourite animals and lesser-known species as well as insightful infographics and data boxes so that every topic is covered in depth and detail while remaining easy to understand at a glance. Explore, Discover And Learn! DK's Knowledge Encyclopedia Animal! uncovers the marvels of the animal kingdom in unprecedented detail and with stunning realism, so you can spend quality time exploring the diversity of the animal world with your children, accompanied by impressive visuals to engage their senses. A must-have volume for curious kids with a thirst for knowledge, this enthralling animal encyclopedia is structured in such a way that your child can read a bit at a time, and feel comfortable to pause and ask questions. Doubling up as the perfect gift for young readers, who are always asking questions about our planet! At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. This thrilling kid's encyclopedia is part of the Knowledge Encyclopedia educational series. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they complete the collection and discover diverse facts about the world around them. Dive into the deep blue with Knowledge Encyclopedia Ocean! Travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth with Knowledge Encyclopedia Dinosaur! And hone your knowledge on how the human body works with Knowledge Encyclopedia Human Body! Whatever topic takes their fancy, there's an encyclopedia for everyone!

A History of the End of the World - Over 75 Tales of Armageddon and Global Extinction from Ancient Beliefs to Prophecies and... A History of the End of the World - Over 75 Tales of Armageddon and Global Extinction from Ancient Beliefs to Prophecies and Scientific Predictions (Hardcover)
Tim Rayborn
R369 Discovery Miles 3 690 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Volcano & Earthquake (Hardcover): Dk Volcano & Earthquake (Hardcover)
Dk
R150 R120 Discovery Miles 1 200 Save R30 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Uncover the Earth's inner secrets as you explore the world's most magnificent volcanoes and earthquakes like never before. Become an eyewitness to the world's most explosive volcanoes and powerful earthquakes with this picture-led guide that will take you on a visual tour of the hotspots of the world. Explore everything you need to know about the Earth's most extraordinary natural forces - from active volcanoes, including Kilanea in Hawaii and Etna in Italy, to devastating earthquakes that have hit San Francisco and Japan. Discover how the eruption of Mount Vesuvius devastated the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, but left in its wake remarkably preserved treasures. Throughout the pages of this newly- revised incredible history book, you can expect to find: -All information updated by expert consultants -Packed with amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines -Includes brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field Eyewitness Volcano and Earthquake explores how tectonic plates collide, what causes magma to escape from deep inside Earth and why eruptions affect our weather. Learn how scientists predict and measure the magnitude of earthquakes, and find out what a volcanologist does! Packed with striking full-colour photographs and illustrations of lava flows, pyroclastic clouds, rocks and precious stones, preserved bodies and petrified objects, and much more along with amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and a timeline to reveal the most devastating volcanoes and earthquakes in history. From tectonic plates, to liquid lava, this all-encompassing geography book is a must-have volume for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for knowledge and learning, alongside teachers, parents and librarians. So, what's new? Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 per cent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field. Explore the series! Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Join the journey to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

My First 150 Sight Words Workbook - (Ages 6-8) Bilingual (English / Spanish) (Ingles / Espanol): Learn to Write 150 and Read... My First 150 Sight Words Workbook - (Ages 6-8) Bilingual (English / Spanish) (Ingles / Espanol): Learn to Write 150 and Read 500 Sight Words (Body, Actions, Family, Food, Opposites, Numbers, Shapes, Jobs, Places, Nature, Weather, Time and More!) (Spanish, Large print, Paperback, Large type / large print edition)
Lauren Dick
R213 Discovery Miles 2 130 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
First Encyclopedia of the Human Body (Hardcover, New edition): Fiona Chandler First Encyclopedia of the Human Body (Hardcover, New edition)
Fiona Chandler; Illustrated by David Hancock
R333 R257 Discovery Miles 2 570 Save R76 (23%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A fact-packed, beautifully illustrated, all-round introduction to the human body and how it works. Full of extraordinary photographs, detailed diagrams, stunning scans, x-rays and microscope images of the human body. Engaging text and clear, simple explanations of all the main bodily functions. Includes experiments, amazing facts, a timeline of medical history , a who's who of great scientists and internet links to recommended websites.

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