In this book from the highly acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Kamala Harris, the first woman, first Black person, and first South Asian American to be elected vice president of the USA. Little Kamala used to accompany her parents to civil rights marches in California, strapped into her pushchair so she wouldn't get lost. From an early age, she dreamed of becoming a lawyer to help people in need. At university, Kamala felt like she could do anything and everything. She earned a law degree to make sure the most vulnerable were protected by justice. Kamala's life was full of firsts, including becoming the first woman, Black woman, and South Asian American to be elected vice president. As Kamala stated to little girls everywhere in her speech - she may be the first but she won't be the last. This powerful book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the politician's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

The third and final edge-of-your-seat adventure in Maz Evans's laugh-out-loud funny Vi Spy series! PRAISE FOR THE SERIES: 'Twists, turns, spies and surprises. What more do you want? Tears? Laughter? Maz Evans delivers them all.' FRANK COTTRELL BOYCE 'Vi Spy: Licence to Chill is brilliant - knockabout, laugh-a-minute, heartfelt fun' ROSS MONTGOMERY 'Wildly hilarious' THE GUARDIAN Vi has tried to save the Earth before ... and failed. Now, her world faces a terrible threat: her Gran is seriously ill. Time is not on their side. And with the world's number one enemy laughing at them from space, Vi and her family blast off on an adventure that is truly out of this world ... IT'S PURE GOLD! The third and final book in a brilliant middle-grade comedy adventure series; book 1, Vi Spy: Licence to Chill, was shortlisted for the Indie Book Awards From the bestselling author of the Who Let the Gods Out? series; book 1 shortlisted for the Waterstones Book Prize A laugh-out-loud funny, high-octane spy story perfect for readers aged 8 and up Perfectly combines humour and heart: addresses the realities of being caught between divorcing parents Praise for the WHO LET THE GODS OUT? series: 'I totally fell in love with Elliot and the gods, and I think you're all going to love them too.' ROBIN STEVENS 'One of the funniest new voices in children's literature. The laughs come thick and fast' DAVID SOLOMONS '[A] relentlessly witty, fast-paced middle grade adventure' M.G. LEONARD

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.

A friendly, fascinating book about how to work in the crime-fighting industry, written by Detective Constable Alexandra Beever. Do you have what it takes to become a detective, a crime scene investigator or a forensic scientist? Find out all about the incredible crime-fighting jobs you could do, from training to become a crime laboratory analyst or a lawyer to working as a helicopter pilot or even becoming an expert in fingerprints. This fully illustrated book will inspire any child with an interest in helping people and fighting crime. 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 Be a Doctor and Other Life-Saving Jobs.

Leap into the world of a ballet dancer! In this engaging nonfiction book, readers learn about the history of this art form as well as what a ballet dancer does to get ready for a performance. With informational text, vibrant photographs, a sample schedule of ballet dancer's day, a look at ballet positions, and simple, clear text, readers learn about the basics of ballet and that this beautiful art form takes a lot of hard work and dedication.

I am an African. I owe my being to the hills and the valleys, the mountains and the glades, the rivers, the deserts, the trees, the flowers, the seas and the ever-changing seasons that define the face of our native land.' Thabo Mbeki, 16 June 1999 Thabo Mbeki was elected President of South Africa in 1999. But little is known about the earlier years of this great statesman of Africa and the world. This book traces the life and adventures of Thabo Mbeki. You can read about his childhood years looking after his mother's store in the Transkei, his desperate escape into exile, the years spent in Europe and Africa, to the day he came to occupy the president's office. And you can find out something more about who this man is. They Fought for Freedom tells the life stories of southern African leaders who struggled for freedom and justice. In spite of the important roles they played in the history of southern Africa, most of these leaders have been largely ignored by the history books. The series tells their stories in an entertaining manner, in clear language and aims to restore them to their rightful place in history.

Celebrate the people who help us in Superstars: When I'm a Nurse. This entertaining board book takes children on an imaginary night shift in a hospital. Push, pull and slide the tabs to help the nurse attend to her patients one by one. Little ones will love exploring the engaging scenes, illustrated by Steph Hinton. With lots to see and talk about, children will learn all about what nurses do - and why we need them. A fantastic first introduction to careers, this book teaches children that one day they could do the job of a nurse, too! Also available for aspiring Superstars: When I'm a Teacher

Can you hone your virtual gaming skills enough to make you a star in the world of pro gaming? First, find your game and pick your platform. Then, set out to see if you've got what it takes. Make real-life choices that can lead to disappointment, a future in the gaming industry, or realizing your dream of becoming king or queen of the console.

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.

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

Be inspired by 20 of the world's most famous advocates for peace. Discover the lives of ten female and ten male peace-makers from throughout history and from around the world. This book is the perfect introduction to some of the most dramatic and world-changing lives of people who have made a huge impact through the advocation of peace. Stunning artwork brings to life ten male and ten female peacemakers from across history and from around the world. Clear, concise text presents their significant contribution to our world alongside the stand-out biographical information from their fascinating lives.

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

Where can you get paid to deal with bugs, bacteria and animal waste? In the field of science! Readers will explore some of the most disgusting jobs in science, down to the dirty details. They'll enjoy this high-interest topic so much they won't realize they're learning important information about STEM jobs.

A fantastic new picture book about holding a yard sale based on the award-winning CBeebies preschool series, Bing! Round the corner, not far away, Bing and Sula are being shopkeepers today! They are holding a yard sale to raise money for a new slide for the creche. But are they really happy to say goodbye to their old toys?

Nurses help people stay healthy. Give readers the inside scoop on what it's like to be a nurse. Readers will learn about different types of nurses, the tools they use, and how people get this exciting, rewarding job.

If you want to use words to change the world, keep reading... Be empowered to make a real difference to the issues you care about with this inspiring and insightful book. * Explore the power of language and discover how it influences the way we think and behave * Learn why using our voices is so important, and the many ways people are unfairly silenced * Investigate media bias and fake news, and learn how to spot and squash misinformation * Have go at different types of activism - from vlogging to art, demonstrations to debates, storytelling to social media Covering themes of race, gender, sexuality, violence, culture, politics and other important issues in the world today, this is a crucial read for teens and young adults who want to get out there and make change happen!

Times are tough for Santa. He's tightened his belt, made the reindeer redundant and now it's time to get a second job. But finding work is not easy at all, even if you're Santa - he tries being a waiter, a party entertainer, and even works in a call centre. He finally finds the perfect job to be useful to the community - the bin man! Santa discovers that waste can conceal wonderful gifts, and he is soon back on his sled delivering toys made from recycled materials. When Santa finds some lost letters from years ago in the bin, begging to meet him, he sets out to find their owner. Will he be able to find them and finally grant their wish before Christmas Day? Hilarious and heartwarming, Santa Gets a Second Job is the perfect present for Santa fans of all ages from Michele D'Ignazio and Sergio Olivotti.

Apartheid is responsible for hunger, homelessness and death. However, the worst crime of apartheid is that it made black people believe they were inferior to white people. Steve Biko was someone who never believed this lie. He showed black people that they had a culture and a history of which they should be proud. Biko's powerful ideas became known as Black Consciousness and spread throughout the country. Black people took notice - and stood up in their thousands to challenge the apartheid monster. Biko died in detention in 1977. His ideas, however, lived on. In this book, you will meet Steve Biko the young boy, the student, the activist and the proud father of Black Consciousness. They Fought for Freedom tells the life stories of southern African leaders who struggled for freedom and justice. In spite of the important roles they played in the history of southern Africa, most of these leaders have been largely ignored by the history books. The series tells their stories in an entertaining manner, in clear language and aims to restore them to their rightful place in history.