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Be A Young Entrepreneur (Paperback): Adam Sutherland Be A Young Entrepreneur (Paperback)
Adam Sutherland; Illustrated by Mike Gordon
R274 Discovery Miles 2 740 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Do you want to be the next Richard Branson? Have you developed the new Angry Birds game? Do you bake the most delicious recipes that people just need to try? Then you need Be A Young Entrepreneur! In this book you will learn all the business advice, practical tips, real-life stories, up-to-date ideas and inspiration you need to make a success of your first business. Starting your own company doesn't have to be boring and this book is all about inspiring you to think creatively about your company, guiding you through every step, from registering your company name to elevator pitches, all stress-free. A great title for project work or leisure reading. Written by award-winning journalist Adam Sutherland and illustrated by the ever-popular award-winner Mike Gordon.

Knight (Paperback): Helen Greathead Knight (Paperback)
Helen Greathead
R149 R124 Discovery Miles 1 240 Save R25 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Tough Jobs! is a new narrative non-fiction series covering popular historical topics through a variety of colourful jobs in a down-to-earth, readable style, with plenty of toilet humour! Each chapter features a double page fact spread and there is a glossary at the end. In Knight you are a page, a trainee knight. Experience what it's like to live in a castle and sometimes even clank about in armour. You are trained not just to fight, but to hunt, read poetry and serve at table, too! You'll find it's a tough job being a knight.

Pirate (Paperback): Helen Greathead Pirate (Paperback)
Helen Greathead
R149 R124 Discovery Miles 1 240 Save R25 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Big Jobs! is a new narrative non-fiction series covering popular historical topics through a variety of colourful jobs in a down-to-earth, readable style, with plenty of toilet humour! Each chapter features a double page fact spread and there is a glossary at the end. In Pirate you are sailing to Jamaica when you are captured by a scurvy crew of pirates. Experience what it's like to live on a pirate ship and to follow their ways! Life will be tough and punishments hard, but it's not all bad news. There's friendship among the men, and there's treasure to be had, too! You'll find it's a big job being a pirate.

Fighter Pilot (Paperback): Helen Greathead Fighter Pilot (Paperback)
Helen Greathead
R149 R123 Discovery Miles 1 230 Save R26 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Tough Jobs! is a new narrative non-fiction series covering popular historical topics through a variety of colourful jobs in a down-to-earth, readable style, with plenty of toilet humour! Each chapter features a double page fact spread and there is a glossary at the end. In Fighter Pilot Britain is at war with Germany and your dream is to become a heroic fighter pilot. Experience what life in the skies is like as you make new friends on the nearby airbase and learn from them what it takes to train to be a pilot. You get to go up in a plane and even meet a real-life prisoner! You'll find it's a tough job being a fighter pilot.

The snowy day (Board book): Ezra Jack Keats The snowy day (Board book)
Ezra Jack Keats
R254 R199 Discovery Miles 1 990 Save R55 (22%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The adventures of a little boy in the city on a very snowy day.

Train Your Brain: Think Like A Coder (Hardcover, Illustrated edition): Alex Woolf Train Your Brain: Think Like A Coder (Hardcover, Illustrated edition)
Alex Woolf; Illustrated by David Broadbent
R388 Discovery Miles 3 880 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Help your child to develop their growth mindset as they discover how real computer coders look at the world and how they think.

Children's brains are powerful and flexible, but they need exercising and challenging to develop. In this book they will uncover the core skills that can make a good coder great, and be encouraged to have a go at some simple activities to help them to train their brain to become better at applying outstanding coding practice.

By uncovering the way that real coders look at the world and approach problems logically, they will be learning skills that will set them in good stead for life. Each topic is broken down into manageable chunks, so the reader can build up their skills and naturally develop their thinking.

Each book contains biographies of four top coders or computing experts, and the humorous illustrations throughout help the reader to understand some of the trickier concepts.

Ideal for students aged 8+ who are studying coding or S.T.E.A.M. topics at key stage 2.

How to Be a Doctor and Other Life-Saving Jobs (Hardcover): Punam Krishan How to Be a Doctor and Other Life-Saving Jobs (Hardcover)
Punam Krishan; Illustrated by Sol Linero
R375 R271 Discovery Miles 2 710 Save R104 (28%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

A friendly, fascinating book about how to work in the medical industry, written by NHS GP and TV presenter Dr Punam Krishan. Do you have what it takes to become a doctor, a medical scientist or to work in public health? Find out all about the incredible life-saving jobs you could do, from training to become a heart surgeon or a paramedic to working as a psychologist or even travelling to the most extreme areas of the world as an expedition doctor. This fully illustrated book will inspire any child with an interest in helping people and saving lives. Other titles in the series include: How to Be an Astronaut and Other Space Jobs (shortlisted for a 2020 Blue Peter Book Award); How to Be a Footballer and Other Sports Jobs; How to Be a Vet and Other Animal Jobs.

How to Write a Brilliant CV - What employers want to see and how to write it (Paperback, 5th edition): Tim Bright, Joanne Earl How to Write a Brilliant CV - What employers want to see and how to write it (Paperback, 5th edition)
Tim Bright, Joanne Earl
R419 R348 Discovery Miles 3 480 Save R71 (17%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

How do you get your CV to the top of the pile? When you apply for a job, your CV is compared to hundreds of others. You've only got the time it takes the employer to scan the pages to show how brilliant you are. How do you impress them when you don't know what employers are actually looking for? Now fully updated and revised to give you the most up-to-date and effective guidance, Brilliant CV tells you what a prospective employer is looking for and how to write it - now. * Learn how to write CVs that make the shortlist * Understand what employers love and loathe * Revamp your existing CV with minimum effort * Learn how to make the most of online applications and social media Find out what works in the real world and learn how to put it into practice through examples, exercises, samples and templates. With brilliant new chapters on how to tackle online applications and using social media to land that perfect job, you'll be well prepared and ready to really shine and stand out from the rest.

The Oceans Explored: Oceans at Work (Hardcover, Illustrated edition): Claudia Martin The Oceans Explored: Oceans at Work (Hardcover, Illustrated edition)
Claudia Martin; Illustrated by Fiona Osbaldstone
R361 Discovery Miles 3 610 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Take a deep dive into the depths of our blue planet with this stunning book all about the ocean - Earth's largest biome. In Oceans at Work, beautiful illustrations and striking photographs combine to help readers explore how humans interact with the ocean and how we have come to depend on it for travel, food and fun. Investigate our use of the seas from seaweed farms to fishing boats, and from whaling to a world cruises. It will inspire young readers to think about how human activity is at times harming our world and the delicate balance of life in ocean and coastal habitats around the world. Each title includes a map of the world highlighting each ocean and what phenomena occur there. For readers aged 7+ who are studying geography, habitats and natural history at key stage 2. The Oceans Explored series is also an excellent resource for children interested in ecology and green issues. Titles in this series: Ocean Habitats Ocean Life Ocean Pollution Oceans at Work

People at Work (Paperback, New ed): Barbara Taylor People at Work (Paperback, New ed)
Barbara Taylor
R154 R130 Discovery Miles 1 300 Save R24 (16%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

A series of geography books that explore the relationship between people and their environment. Each title begins with a child's local, familiar surroundings before moving on to the way people live in other parts of the world. Topics discussed include environmental change, population and planning.

Choices, Choices... (Paperback, 2nd edition): Dawne Allette Choices, Choices... (Paperback, 2nd edition)
Dawne Allette; Illustrated by Paul Cemmick
R213 R175 Discovery Miles 1 750 Save R38 (18%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Know Your Rights and Claim Them - A Guide for Youth (Paperback): Amnesty International, Angelina Jolie, Geraldine Van Bueren Know Your Rights and Claim Them - A Guide for Youth (Paperback)
Amnesty International, Angelina Jolie, Geraldine Van Bueren
R402 R335 Discovery Miles 3 350 Save R67 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Westing Game (Paperback): Ellen Raskin The Westing Game (Paperback)
Ellen Raskin
R262 R199 Discovery Miles 1 990 Save R63 (24%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
How to Be a Footballer and Other Sports Jobs (Hardcover): Sol Linero How to Be a Footballer and Other Sports Jobs (Hardcover)
Sol Linero; Rachel Yankey 1
R379 R274 Discovery Miles 2 740 Save R105 (28%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

A book for children aged 6+ who want to know the score about football jobs, written by former footballer and TV presenter Rachel Yankey Do you have what it takes to become a professional footballer, a manager or even to work in sports TV? Learn all about football and the incredible sports jobs you could do, from training to become a player or team coach to running the game as a referee, scouting young players for talent or even working inside the stadium. This book will inspire any girl or boy who wants to kick start their interest in playing football. Other titles in the series include: How to be an Astronaut

Firefighters (Hardcover, New Ed): Katie Daynes Firefighters (Hardcover, New Ed)
Katie Daynes; Illustrated by Christyan Fox
R186 R140 Discovery Miles 1 400 Save R46 (25%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

What do firefighters learn at fire school? How do they rescue people from all kinds of emergencies? How do they put out forest fires? What do they wear to protect themselves from smoke and flames? This book has all the answers, and more, with photographs, step-by-step illustrations, informative text and links to websites with fun activities and fascinating facts.

My Job in Science (Hardcover): Joanna Brundle My Job in Science (Hardcover)
Joanna Brundle; Designed by Drue Rintoul
R437 R359 Discovery Miles 3 590 Save R78 (18%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Are you a maths whizz with terrific timetable skills? Or are you a science star who knows everything there is to know about the animal kingdom? Or maybe you're an engineering hero who loves to take things apart and put them back together again? Whether you dream of diving with whales as a marine biologist or flying rockets into space with NASA, going from classroom to career is easy if you know what jobs are out there!

STEAM Jobs for Petrolheads (Paperback): Sam Rhodes STEAM Jobs for Petrolheads (Paperback)
Sam Rhodes
R267 R216 Discovery Miles 2 160 Save R51 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Do you love watching racing cars? Then maybe you can get a job making them go faster. There are more jobs for gearheads than you probably ever realized. From classic car restorer to motorcycle designer, readers will learn about various STEM and STEAM jobs for gearheads and what it takes to get one.

If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It - How 25 inspiring individuals found their dream jobs (Hardcover): Colleen Nelson, Kathie... If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It - How 25 inspiring individuals found their dream jobs (Hardcover)
Colleen Nelson, Kathie MacIsaac
R466 R424 Discovery Miles 4 240 Save R42 (9%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

There is no single path to the job of your dreams. What does it take to become a stuntperson? How does a mathematician spend her days? When does a barber become the center of a community? In this refreshing take on a careers book, meet twenty-five individuals of different backgrounds, genders, and abilities who have found their careers through a wide range of experience, education, intention, and inspiration. From Joshua Jones, who built a business where he could thrive as a Deaf interior designer, to Teresa Tam, whose hunger for knowledge led her to the position of Canada's Chief Public Health Officer, each of these dreamers found ways to dig deep into their passion, to gain experience and knowledge, and to turn that into a job. In If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It, Colleen Nelson, middle-school teacher and award-winning author of The Harvey Stories and The Undercover Book List, teams up with children's librarian and literacy advocate Kathie MacIsaac to show young readers that there are many paths to a dream job. Education may come from university, college, trade school, apprenticeship, specialized training, or simply asking questions and getting involved. Your career may be something you're already dreaming about or something you've never even heard of. No matter what, success means feeling happy with the work you do. If You Can Dream It, You Can Do It includes full-color photographs and illustrations, informative sidebars, tips for trying out a field of interest, a glossary, an index, and an interactive quiz. Spotlight features on children and youth who are already gaining experience for their own dream jobs round out this inspirational resource.

Enola Holmes: The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets (Paperback): Nancy Springer Enola Holmes: The Case of the Bizarre Bouquets (Paperback)
Nancy Springer
R235 R179 Discovery Miles 1 790 Save R56 (24%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Everyone knows Dr. Watson is Sherlock Holmes? right-hand man?so when he goes missing, it's a shock. Even Sherlock hasn't the slightest clue as to where he could be. Enola is intrigued but wary; she's still hiding from her older brothers, and getting involved could prove to be disastrous. But Enola can't help but investigate, especially when she learns that a bizarre bouquet?with flowers all symbolizing death?has been delivered to the Watson residence. Enola knows she must act quickly, but can she find Dr. Watson in time?

I Want To Be A Veterinarian (Paperback): Laura Driscoll I Want To Be A Veterinarian (Paperback)
Laura Driscoll; Illustrated by Catalina Echeverri
R154 R116 Discovery Miles 1 160 Save R38 (25%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

For the child who says, "I want to be a veterinarian when I grow up!" And for any child who wants a gentle behind-the-scenes look at being a veterinarian.

Veterinarians help sick and hurt animals feel better. Did you know that there are many different ways to be a veterinarian? When a father and child bring Gus the dog to his check-up, they learn that there are vets who work with very large animals, vets who work with wild animals—and more.

I Want to Be a Veterinarian is part of a new I Can Read series that introduces young readers to important community helpers. This Level One I Can Read is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.

Police Officers (Paperback): Nancy Dickmann Police Officers (Paperback)
Nancy Dickmann
R237 R193 Discovery Miles 1 930 Save R44 (19%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Learn all about British Police Officers - how they help us, what they do, how they serve the community and much more.

You Can Work in Publishing (Paperback): Marne Ventura You Can Work in Publishing (Paperback)
Marne Ventura
R267 R169 Discovery Miles 1 690 Save R98 (37%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Do you enjoy reading or writing? Do you think about the designs on book covers? Read this book to learn about the different ways you can work in publishing.

What's it Like to be a Magazine Editor? (Paperback): Elizabeth Dowen, Lisa Thompson What's it Like to be a Magazine Editor? (Paperback)
Elizabeth Dowen, Lisa Thompson
R298 R247 Discovery Miles 2 470 Save R51 (17%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This series provides fun and accessible careers information for young people choosing what to study post-14. Each title offers a behind-the-scenes tour of a high-interest job typically entered through a vocational route. Snappy, easy-to-digest information and case studies are supported by a comprehensive guide to training and entry routes. At the end of year 9, pupils must choose course options that will determine whether they take a vocational or academic route through the rest of their education. These titles will help readers relate the huge range of vocational courses available to exciting jobs in the real world.

The Oxford History of Britain and Ireland, Vol 4 - Empire and Industry: 1700-1900 (Paperback): Ian Dawson The Oxford History of Britain and Ireland, Vol 4 - Empire and Industry: 1700-1900 (Paperback)
Ian Dawson
R98 Discovery Miles 980 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Each book in this series brings to life the people, places and events of the past in these islands, from the earliest settlers to the present day. They explore the everyday lives of people of all kinds across the centuries and charting the great moments of social change and of discovery and invention. In this book, find out about slavery in the British Isles, the war with France, and the Industrial Revolution.;This book is intended for 8+

The Lemonade War, 1 (Hardcover): Jacqueline Davies The Lemonade War, 1 (Hardcover)
Jacqueline Davies
R502 R418 Discovery Miles 4 180 Save R84 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"For a full hour, he poured lemonade. The world is a thirsty place, he thought as he nearly emptied his fourth pitcher of the day." And I am the Lemonade King.

Fourth-grader Evan Treski is people-smart. He's good at talking with people, even grownups. His younger sister, Jessie, on the other hand, is math-smart, but not especially good with people. So when the siblings' lemonade stand war begins, there really is no telling who will win--or even if their fight will ever end. Brimming with savvy marketing tips for making money at any business, definitions of business terms, charts, diagrams, and even math problems, this fresh, funny, emotionally charged novel subtly explores how arguments can escalate beyond anyone's intent.

Awards: 2009 Rhode Island Children's Book Award, 2007 New York Public Library 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing, North Carolina Children's Book Award 2011, 2011 Nutmeg Award (Connecticut)

Check out www.lemonadewar.com for more information on The Lemonade War Series, including sequels "The Lemonade Crime, The Bell Bandit, "and "The Candy Smash."

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