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In The Worst Children's Jobs in History Sir Tony Robinson takes you
back to the days when being a kid was no excuse for getting out of
hard labour. This book tells the stories of all the children whose
work fed the nation, kept trains running, and put clothes on
everyone's backs, over the last few hundred years of Britain's
history. No longer will you have to listen to your parents,
grandparents, uncles, neighbours, and random old people in the
Co-op telling you how much harder they had it in their day. Next
time you find yourself in that situation, ask them if they were a
jigger-turner or a turnip-picker in their young day. No? An orderly
boy, perhaps? A stepper? Maybe they spent their weekends making
matchboxes? Still no? Then they have no idea about the real meaning
of hard work. With profiles and testimonies of real kids in rotten
jobs, this book will tell you things you probably didn't want to
know about the back-breaking, puke-inducing reality of being a
child in the past. For more gruesome history facts discover Bad
Kids: The Naughtiest Children in History.
Stories with magic inspire us to believe in hope and dreams. How
will anyone recognize 'real life' miracles if they have not learned
about magic from stories? Our Story Magic is a collection of
enchanting and compelling African folklore tales written for
children, with illustrations by artists from KwaZulu-Natal (South
Africa). Read and share these stories with the love that went into
the writing of them. Some of the magical titles in this collection
include: Sun and the Moon, Queen of the Tortoises, Moonlight Magic,
Dad Is Eating Ashes, The Singing Dog, Jojelas Wooden Spoon, and
Sunset Colors. --
Innocent by day, killer by night: a dark, twisting thriller about a
teen assassin's attempt to live a normal life. 'An electrifying
debut!' Chelsea Pitcher, author of This Lie Will Kill You Trained
and traumatised by a secret assassin programme for minors, Isabel
Ryans wants nothing more than to be a normal civilian. After
running away from home, she has a new name, a new life and a new
friend, Emma, and for the first time, things are looking up. But
old habits die hard, and it's not long until she blows her cover,
drawing the attention of the guilds - the two rival organisations
who control the city of Espera. An unaffiliated killer like Isabel
is either a potential asset . . . or a threat to be eliminated.
Will the blood on her hands cost her everything? From Finn Longman,
an exhilarating new voice in YA fiction, comes an addictive new
blockbuster series for fans of global phenomena The Girl with the
Dragon Tattoo, Killing Eve and The Hunger Games. PRAISE FOR THE
BUTTERFLY ASSASSIN: 'This dark, enthralling thriller is a
compulsive debut' The Guardian 'An immersive, fast-paced thriller'
The Irish Times 'A heart-in-your-mouth thriller that grips you from
the first page until the very last.' Benjamin Dean, author of The
King is Dead 'A bold, jagged and uncompromising thriller that will
keep you guessing all the way to the end.' Tom Pollock, author of
White Rabbit, Red Wolf 'Sharp and layered, with a bright beating
heart. The Butterfly Assassin will lure you deep into a fascinating
and dangerous new world.' Rory Power, author of Wilder Girls 'An
utterly addictive story. I told myself "just one more chapter" well
into the night.' Emily Suvada, author of This Mortal Coil 'Fierce,
thrilling, and impossible to put down. Packed full of amazing
friendships, plot twists and a desperate fight to survive' C. G.
Drews, author of The Boy Who Steals Houses
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Firefighter
(Paperback)
Lucy M. George; Illustrated by Ando Twin
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What's it like being a firefighter? Let's find out! Step inside the
life of Frank the firefighter and discover the challenges he faces
in his very busy job. Follow him and his crew from the moment the
fire station alarm bell rings to his arrival at the emergency and
learn about the inspirational life of a firefighter. An
entertaining story following a day in the life of a firefighterfor
children aged 4+, with fun illustrations to engage and inspire
young readers. Turn to the back of the book for more information
about what a firefighter's job involves, the equipment they need
and the other busy people that work alongside them. The Next Steps
include discussion points about the story to prompt further
conversation, develop vocabulary and support comprehension. People
who help us, people who care, busy people are everywhere! Encourage
the next generation of busy people and learn about a range of
careers in this inspiring series for young children. Each story
focuses on a different professional as they go about their daily
work, exploring what each job involves, why it's important and how
it can be rewarding. If you enjoyed this book, check out the other
titles in the Busy People series: Busy People: Astronaut Busy
People: Builder Busy People: Construction Worker Busy People:
Doctor Busy People: Firefighter Busy People: Librarian Busy People:
Police officer Busy People: Teacher Busy People: Vet
Special Delivery: A Book's Journey Around the World is a
beautifully illustrated guide following the journey of one book
across the globe, from a printing press in a factory far, far away,
over land and across the sea, to the hands of a young boy. With
stylish, contemporary artwork from Klas Fahlen and gentle narrative
text by Polly Faber, this gorgeous picture book introduces all the
people, processes and vehicles involved in delivering the perfect
gift! From factory workers and train drivers to container ship
captains, post office workers and booksellers, children will be
fascinated to find out how the very book they are holding in their
hands made its way all around the world! Bonus non-fiction material
includes three pages of fantastic fully illustrated special
delivery facts to inspire and delight curious readers.
Introduce students to fundamental economic concepts and help them
understand financial literacy with this book about capital
resources and the economy. Students will learn about different
types of resources, how they are part of the economy, and how to
conserve resources. Colorful images, supporting text, a glossary,
table of contents, and index all work together to engage readers
and help them better understand the content. This informative,
colorful book uses primary sources to captivate readers as they
learn social studies topics.
Grab your cowboy hat and saddle up! Early elementary readers learn
about all the responsibilities it takes to be a cowhand and ranch
hand as they move through this captivating nonfiction title.
Featuring plenty of vibrant photographs in conjunction with
informational facts about cattle, cowboys, and rodeos, this book
will have readers engaged and eager to learn more!
Brunette, Shelley and Samantha hit the glam life of the clubs, the
fashion shoots, the offers of contracts that all exist in Maputo.
Their holiday holds out the promise of great things for everyone.
And then there's reality.
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The Fox's Palace
(Hardcover)
Tuula Pere; Illustrated by Andrea Alemanno; Translated by Paivi Vuoriaro
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A glam God of a dance champion from overseas enters the
Siyagruvers' lives. Will some longstanding friendships survive
this? The whole idea of student exchanges comes into focus for
Samantha, but she finds that her parents have a very different idea
from hers
You've got the interview - now how will you get the job? How to
Succeed in any Interview will show you how to present yourself as
the best candidate for the job, using proven tips, advice and
techniques from the experts to guide you through exactly what
interviewers want to see and what impresses them most. Present
yourself in the best possible light - every time Understand what
impresses interviewers the most Win the job before, during and
after the interview Learn how to show yourself in the best possible
light and maximise your chances of making a brilliant impression
and getting that job.
This uplifting picture book showcases the amazing work our
frontline staff do, the incredible skills they have and the
important equipment they need to save a life, in a unique graphic
novel-inspired non-fiction format. With a foreword by British
celebrity Dr Zoe Williams.
Stunt performers make dangerous feats look fun and easy, but there
is a lot of risk behind this profession. Explore what stunt people
do to prepare and keep themselves safe in a truly unique
profession. Through Time For Kids content, readers will be
introduced to a brief history of stunt performance as well as the
latest tips and tricks, including stunt driving, professional
fighting, and even digital effects such as computer-generated
imagery. With thrilling language and stunning images in conjunction
with informational text and an interview with a real-life
stunt-man, readers are sure to be fascinated and stimulated from
cover to cover! This book also includes text features such as a
table of contents, glossary, and index, as well as resources such
as a bibliography and a list of websites for learning more about
this fascinating career.
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