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Books > Children's & Educational > Technology & applied sciences > Transport technologies
Fold and fly 100 fully-coloured paper superplanes, from
cutting-edge stealth aircraft and space planes to jets designed to
smash the sound barrier. This 100-sheet tear-off pad comes with
clear, step-by-step folding instructions, tips for better flying,
and a pilot's log to fill in. Perfect to keep children amused
indoors and out, for hours of folding and flying fun.
Follow a plane on a journey around the world in this little book,
and peep inside its cockpit, engine and even its wings to find out
how it works. With colourful illustrations, flaps to lift and holes
to peep through, there's so much to discover in this fascinating
introduction to planes and how they fly.
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Home
(Paperback)
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R340
R300
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My Little Village is a groundbreaking new series which combines the world of books with the world of toys and games.
Each box contains a selection of high-quality wooden toys, a sturdy and colourfulpuzzle, as well as a 64-page fully photographic introduction to the subject aimed at the curious 3-5 year old age group. We strive to use our packaging in the most interesting way possible. In My Little Village, each box transforms into something essential for the specific title.
On 10 April 1912, RMS Titanic set sail from Southampton on her maiden voyage to New York. This “Ship of Dreams” was the largest and most luxurious ocean liner in the world. It was claimed she was unsinkable. But four days later, when the ship struck an iceberg, the loss of Titanic and over 1,500 passengers would become one of the most infamous maritime disasters in history.
In this fact-filled retelling of its construction and doomed maiden voyage, David Long brings Titanic’s tragic tale to life.
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Trains
(Paperback)
Cari Meister
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From passenger trains to underground trains, this book introduces
young readers to a variety of trains they can see in their
community and in the world. Learn about the basics of how trains
work, along with a brief history. A short photo timeline reinforces
how technology has changed over time.
They're called Indestructibles. They could just as well be called
the unstoppables! As in they don't stop selling, don't stop
pleasing, and don't stop filling an essential need for new parents:
a book made for the way babies "read," with their hands and mouths.
And now this bestselling series - which ships over 1 million copies
every year - is welcoming two new titles based on two of the most
popular songs that parents love to sing along with their youngest.
Each is illustrated in a bright, lively, colourful style, by the
artist Vanja Karguli. Moving from country to town, The Wheels on
the Bus sends parents and their kids on an adventure that everyone
loves to act out, from the wipers that go swish swish swish and the
horn that goes beep beep beep to the people that go shh shh shh to
the babies who cry wah wah wah. As they say, it's all about the
journey, not the destination.
A fun, lively and stylish look at the world through the questions
of children. Children have so many questions about the world and
this book looks at the world of transport, asking and answering
questions to build knowledge of technology and science. So Many
Questions is a series of books for inquisitive children aged 7+.
Following the curiosity of different characters, each book is
filled with questions (and answers) to prompt thinking and build
knowledge around each topic covered. Included is a set of copiable
game cards to encourage memory skills, further the learning and for
fun! Other titles in the series: So Many Questions: About Space So
Many Questions: About Buildings So Many Questions: About Robots So
Many Questions: About Rainforests So Many Questions: About Animals
So Many Questions: About Oceans So Many Questions: About Plants
The Ultimate series is a worldwide success because it offers
readers an intriguing close-up view of their subject with lots of
opportunity for hands-on interaction with flaps, tabs, pop-ups, and
more! What better subject than airplanes and airports, endlessly
fascinating to children of all ages-from the detailed instruments
of a Boeing 747 cockpit to the mysterious innards of a baggage
carousel, The Ultimate Book of Airports delivers absorbing
information and hours of fun. It's the perfect book to prepare
young readers for a first flight!
Nee naw, nee naw! The fire engine is here to save the day. Peep
into the cab, roll out the hoses and slide out the ladder to find
out how it works. Truck-obsessed toddlers will love all the details
to spot, flaps to lift and holes to peep through. An exciting
introduction to some of the people who help us.
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Train
(Hardcover)
Dk
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R150
R120
Discovery Miles 1 200
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Enjoy this journey through the fascinating history of trains in
this picture-packed celebration of the story of trains and how they
have transformed our world. Discover how George Stephenson's dream
of a steam-powered railway changed the world. Look inside a
locomotive to understand how the piston turns the wheels. Learn how
the railroads helped to shape the history of America. Read how the
electric and diesel power provided more speed and efficiency, and
take a glimpse into the future to see how trains keep transforming
how we travel! DK Eyewitness Train also looks beyond the trains and
tracks to learn about the people who built the railroads and keep
them running. Cross continents, too, as you find out about some of
the great train journeys of the world. Become an eyewitness to the
wonders of one of history's greatest inventions, from royal trains
to record-breakers, overcoming obstacles to travelling underground,
this picture-led guide will take you on a visual tour of trains
like never before. Throughout the pages of this newly- revised
incredible history book, you can expect to find: -Up to 20 per cent
new images, including photography and updated diagrams -All
information updated by expert consultants -Packed with amazing
facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines -Includes brand new
eyewitness accounts from experts in the field This museum in a book
uses striking full-colour photographs and illustrations as well as
amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines to help
bring the extraordinary high-powered world of trains to life before
your very eyes. The unique visual approach immerses curious
children in every page, making this 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.
In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed
Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Amelia
Earhart, the American aviation pioneer. When Amelia was young, she
liked to imagine she could stretch her wings and fly away like a
bird. As a grown woman, she set a new female world record for
flying up to 14,000 feet. She also flew across the Atlantic and the
Pacific oceans, and eventually undertook the most dangerous mission
of all: to fly all the way around the world. This moving 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 aviator'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!
There Are 101 Things That Go in This Book is perfect for curious
preschoolers who are discovering the world around them. Split
'flip-flap' pages encourage spotting and finding skills as little
ones match up each set of things that go with the correct scene and
learn the vehicle names. With five beautifully illustrated scenes
from Neiko Ng, each vehicle is located in the right environment,
and with activities on colours, counting and more, there is lots to
do and talk about. Discover more in the 101 series: There are 101
Animals in This Book, There are 101 Sea Creatures in This Book,
There are 101 Things to Find in London and There are 101 Dinosaurs
in this Book.
Young children need plenty of practice in pen-control - an
essential skill they must learn before starting to form letters and
numbers. This fun book is full of airportthemed activities,
encouraging children to join dots, spot differences, solve mazes,
match objects and trace dotted lines with the special pen provided,
then wipe clean and repeat.
Meet Roto and Roy, helicopter heroes! When a dangerous forest fire
burns out of control, helicopter Roto and pilot Roy are ready to
fly to the rescue! They're braver than brave, tougher than tough,
and nothing will stop this firefighting crew from completing their
mission. From Sherri Duskey Rinker, bestselling author of the
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site series, and award-winning
illustrator Don Tate, this action-packed series starter will have
kids cheering for two awesome new heroes-and imagining how they
might save the day themselves!
Vehicles and transportation are fertile ground for the imagination,
and they are also a fantastic gateway to the physical sciences.
Explorers: Things that Go uses a series of eye-catching story
scenes to set the stage for a wide-ranging examination of the
science behind motion. From the speed of racing, to transport on
the rails, the science of heavy machinery, the physics of flight,
and what keeps boats afloat. After readers absorb the elements of
each story, they can explore the details through photographs and
explanations on the following page. If they are interested in a
particular aspect of transportation they can hop through the book
following one of four icons related to their interest. Back matter
offers plenty of resources for further multimedia exploration.
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