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Mortal Engines (Ian McQue boxset x4) (Paperback): Philip Reeve Mortal Engines (Ian McQue boxset x4) (Paperback)
Philip Reeve 2
R1,066 R895 Discovery Miles 8 950 Save R171 (16%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

The critically acclaimed Mortal Engines quartet is repackaged in a paperback boxset with fantastic and eye-catching covers featuring new artwork by Ian McQue. Mortal Engines launched Philip Reeve's brilliantly-imagined creation, the world of the Traction Era, where mobile cities fight for survival in a post-apocalyptic future. 20 years on from it's first publication, it is hailed as a modern classic. TITLES INCLUDED Mortal Engines Predator's Gold Infernal Devices A Darkling Plain Four paperback novels in a card slipcase, shrinkwrapped. With a story that is epic, beatifully crafted and absorbing for the entire four novels, this boxset is the perfect gift for lovers of fantasy novels and classic science fiction such as Dune. ABOUT THE SERIES Mortal Engines was made into a feature length film starring Hugo Weaving and produced and written by Lord of the Rings director Peter Jackson The first book in the series won the coveted Smarties Gold Book award REVIEWS "Like the moving cities it depicts, Reeve's debut novel is a staggering feat of engineering, a brilliant construction that offers new wonders at every turn." - Publishers Weekly "...readers who enjoy violent, titanic clashes between good and evil will be absorbed from beginning to end." - Kirkus Reviews

Seven and a Half Tons of Steel - A Post-9/11 Story of Hope and Transformation (Paperback): Janet Nolan Seven and a Half Tons of Steel - A Post-9/11 Story of Hope and Transformation (Paperback)
Janet Nolan; Illustrated by Thomas Gonzalez
R213 Discovery Miles 2 130 Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Fly (Hardcover): N Clement Fly (Hardcover)
N Clement
R400 Discovery Miles 4 000 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

The step-by-step process of air travel from the perspective of a young girl on a trip with her parents is revealed in this informative picture book. A young child is on a trip with her parents. With gorgeous, simple artwork and a clear, step-by-step explanation of the process of air travel, this book shows young readers how each worker at an airport and on a plane -- from the boarding agent, ground crew, flight attendants, pilot and copilot, and air traffic controllers -- contributes along the way to bring passengers safely to their destinations. The title has easy-to-read text and simple, graphic illustrations, as well as a sweet surprise ending -- the family brought along their dog, who earns wings for its first flight.

i-SPY Cool Cars - Spy it! Score it! (Paperback): I Spy i-SPY Cool Cars - Spy it! Score it! (Paperback)
I Spy
R116 R105 Discovery Miles 1 050 Save R11 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Discover cool cars 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 with more than 120 cools cars to find. From Chevrolets to Chryslers, Rolls Royces to Porsches, they'll learn all about the model range and origins 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 fun check out i-SPY On a Car Journey (ISBN 9780008386504).

Planes! (And Other Things That Fly) (Hardcover): Bryony Davies Planes! (And Other Things That Fly) (Hardcover)
Bryony Davies; Illustrated by Maria Brzozowska
R393 R364 Discovery Miles 3 640 Save R29 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Take to the skies with this fun, visual miscellany for children who love anything aircraft related! Each double-page spread features a different group of aircraft to explore, such as helpful helicopters, record-breaking planes and soaring spacecraft. Discover some of the more surprising things to have flown - including flying cars and jet packs. Readers can also learn how planes fly, and pretend to be a pilot as they look at a cockpit from a pilot's eye view. Filled with hundreds of different planes, balloons, rockets and other aircraft from around the world, even the most avid young flying fanatic will discover new machines they haven't seen before!

Three Grumpy Trucks (Hardcover): Todd Tarpley Three Grumpy Trucks (Hardcover)
Todd Tarpley; Illustrated by Guy Parker-Rees
R208 R197 Discovery Miles 1 970 Save R11 (5%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Trucks need a time-out in this rhyming board book about grumpiness and dealing with big emotions. Whirr! Whomp! Grind! Chomp! Three toy trucks have big plans for their day at the playground: digging and lifting, building and shifting. But then they start to get tired...and hot...and hungry.... They're GRUMPY! When they throw a total truck tantrum, will anyone be able to calm them down? Kids (and parents) may just recognize themselves in this entertaining take on getting grouchy, and getting over it. The lighthearted, rhythmic text will have young readers chanting along, and the bright and buoyant illustrations of the trucks' looming meltdown will keep them giggling!

Ambulances (Hardcover): Victoria Marcos Ambulances (Hardcover)
Victoria Marcos
R667 Discovery Miles 6 670 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
First Sticker Book Travel (Paperback, New Edition): Hannah Watson First Sticker Book Travel (Paperback, New Edition)
Hannah Watson; Illustrated by Sean Longcroft
R177 R162 Discovery Miles 1 620 Save R15 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Relax on a cruise ship, catch a flight at the airport or travel on a canalboat in this sticker book full of bustling travel scenes. There are over 150 stickers to bring each scene to life, from cars, buses, planes and trains to tourists, passengers and much more. A perfect activity for a journey or holiday.

La Danse des Tracteurs de Neige (French, Hardcover): Siena La Danse des Tracteurs de Neige (French, Hardcover)
Siena; Illustrated by Shannon Wilvers; Translated by Kamrinn Roy
R479 R448 Discovery Miles 4 480 Save R31 (6%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Two Little Trains (Hardcover): Margaret Wise Brown Two Little Trains (Hardcover)
Margaret Wise Brown; Illustrated by Greg Pizzoli
R462 Discovery Miles 4 620 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

"Skillfully designed and composed, Pizzoli's cheerful interpretation is thoroughly modern and charming. Swoonworthy for train lovers and preschoolers alike." -Kirkus (starred review) The classic picture book from Margaret Wise Brown about two trains and their cross-country journey from east to west, with a bold new look from Geisel Award-winning artist Greg Pizzoli. Two little trains went down the track, Two little trains went West. PUFF PUFF PUFF CHUG CHUG CHUG Two little trains to the West. A streamlined train and a little old train journey through hills and over mountains, crossing rivers and plains, in this treasured story from Margaret Wise Brown, author of Goodnight Moon. Reimagined with bold and vibrant art by Geisel Award-winning artist Greg Pizzoli, this updated edition is perfect for fans of things that go. Makes for a great baby shower gift! "Pizzoli's illustrations...add texture, vibrancy, and bring the journey to new life....Toddlers and preschoolers who love trains will delight in the tale while adults familiar with the original book will appreciate the opportunity to introduce it to a new generation."-School Library Journal (starred review) "The soothing clickity-clack of the late Brown's verse lulls as effectively as when it first appeared 70 years ago."-Publishers Weekly (starred review) "This is a storytime winner. Blocky clear shapes, vivid colors, and simple designs make each page burst with an energy that will appeal to the smallest child."-Booklist

Segregated Skies - David Harris's Trailblazing Journey to Rise Above Racial Barriers (Hardcover): Michael Cottman Segregated Skies - David Harris's Trailblazing Journey to Rise Above Racial Barriers (Hardcover)
Michael Cottman
R652 R466 Discovery Miles 4 660 Save R186 (29%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days
The Real History of the Transcontinental Railroad (Paperback): Ngeri Nnachi The Real History of the Transcontinental Railroad (Paperback)
Ngeri Nnachi
R238 R219 Discovery Miles 2 190 Save R19 (8%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days
Total Tractor! (Hardcover): Dk Total Tractor! (Hardcover)
Dk 1
R333 R316 Discovery Miles 3 160 Save R17 (5%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Let your young tractor-lover get up close to these mighty machines! Filled with exciting vintage tractors, powerful farming machines and the latest state-of-the-art John Deere, this tractor book for kids shows all kinds of big and noisy farm vehicles at work. Hop inside the cab and get a drivers-eye view! This children's book about tractors includes: - Brand-new photography shows galleries of colourful tractors and all their amazing attachments - Important and interesting tractors are highlighted, with all parts clearly labelled - Covers a wide range of tractor attachments, from ploughs to bulldozer blades, and explains all the parts and how they work - Also includes weird and wonderful tractors, ploughing competitions, and tractor restoration Explore the wonderful world of farming and see tractors big and small in action! DPS spreads and stunning images show tractors and machinery hard at work - from ploughing and harvesting to carrying heavy loads and building or breaking. Total Tractor! is the perfect way to engage children aged 6-11 years with fun facts and essential stats about tractors including pulling power, tyre size, and much more! Travel through time with the pictures of tractors through the ages. Discover historic steam engines in incredible detail and follow their development right up to the present day. Children will also get to explore all the different types of tractors, such as the bulldozers and diggers in the city and the giant saw-wielding forestry tractors. This is a must-have farm book for any child who is passionate about tractors and machinery!

Classic Supercars - 300 Amazing Automobiles (Paperback): Richard Nicholls Classic Supercars - 300 Amazing Automobiles (Paperback)
Richard Nicholls
R309 R287 Discovery Miles 2 870 Save R22 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Supercars are exotic, powerful and expensive. Representing the ultimate in performance, styling and unadulterated driving thrills, a supercar encapsulates the romance, power and freedom of the motor car in one beautifully designed package. Classic Supercars celebrates the incredible machines built in the twentieth century, providing a detailed look at 300 great automobiles from around the world. All the great marques are covered, including Aston Martin, Chevrolet, De Tomaso, Ferrari, Jaguar, Maserati and Porsche. Illustrated with a photograph, each car entry includes detailed specifications, which include all the performance statistics, engine type, transmission, chassis, special features, running gear and dimensions. Packed with information, this handy reference guide is a must for all lovers of these powerful classic machines.

Train (Hardcover): Dk Train (Hardcover)
Dk
R396 R366 Discovery Miles 3 660 Save R30 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

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.

I Am a Garbage Truck (Board book): Ace Landers I Am a Garbage Truck (Board book)
Ace Landers; Illustrated by Paola Migliari
R135 Discovery Miles 1 350 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Simple garbage truck facts in a board book shaped like a garbage truck
I am a garbage truck
I carry trash to the dump.
Readers may want to put on their gloves for this fun and sturdy board book shaped like a garbage truck Read along as garbage trucks of all sizes travel door to door picking up sticky, icky trash to deliver to the dump
Little explorers will love seeing these big machines in action.

Thomas & Friends: Chasing Rainbows Picture Book (Paperback): thomas & Friends Thomas & Friends: Chasing Rainbows Picture Book (Paperback)
thomas & Friends
R193 Discovery Miles 1 930 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Join Thomas and friends for a fun-filled journey in this All Engines Go picture book! Thomas and Kana spot a rainbow and decide to find out where it leads, eager to find the prize that's always at a rainbow's end. But, as they chug along, the rainbow keeps moving. What will they discover along the way? Thomas has been teaching children lessons about life and friendship for over 75 years. He ranks alongside other beloved characters such as Paddington Bear, Winnie-the-Pooh and Peter Rabbit as an essential part of our literary heritage.

Colour Your Own Supercars (Paperback): Sam Smith Colour Your Own Supercars (Paperback)
Sam Smith; Illustrated by Gong Studios
R147 R135 Discovery Miles 1 350 Save R12 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Discover and finish 20 of the fastest, toughest, most hi-tech supercars on the planet with this spectacular colouring book. Use your pens to bring grappling hooks, hover wheels and rocket boosters roaring to life as the cars race across gleaming cities and scorching deserts. Then read the descriptions, compare the stats, and use them to decide who wins...

Classic Cars Coloring Book (Paperback): Bruce Lafontaine Classic Cars Coloring Book (Paperback)
Bruce Lafontaine
R298 R274 Discovery Miles 2 740 Save R24 (8%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

Features over 100 vintage and collectible cars, including: classic 1950s models (1955 Pontiac Starchief convertible, 1955 Mercury Montclair hardtop); powerful muscle cars (1962 Ford Thunderbird, 1964 Corvette Stingray, 1968 Chevy Impala SS 427); and fabulous luxury cars (Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren two-door Coupe, Jaguar XJ220 two-door Coupe).

Tractor Tractor - A lift-the-flap opposites book (Board book): Rachael Saunders Tractor Tractor - A lift-the-flap opposites book (Board book)
Rachael Saunders; Mama Makes Books
R234 R214 Discovery Miles 2 140 Save R20 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

One big tractor, shiny and new. One small tractor, rusty and blue... TRACTOR TRACTOR is the second book in a series of lift-the-flap books about the humorous goings-on at Funny Farm. Each book has an early-learning aspect and TRACTOR TRACTOR is all about opposites. It has sliders too, so children can make the tractors move forward and back, fast and slow. It's harvest time and Red arrives shiny, fast and strong. Blue is an old faithful - small and rusty but wise and calm. So when Red decides to race home after a hard day's harvesting, Blue lets him go, only to find Red in a ditch, no longer shiny and clean but the dirtiest - and smelliest! - tractor he's ever seen. A warm-hearted story that shows, despite being opposites, young and old can make a great team, and be the very best of friends. The Funny Farm series is beautifully produced with matt laminated and embossed covers and sturdy board pages. It also includes Cluck, Cluck, Duck, a counting lift-the-flap book.

Puzzle Book Travel - Brain-Tickling Quizzes, Sudokus, Crosswords and Wordsearches (Paperback): National Geographic Kids Puzzle Book Travel - Brain-Tickling Quizzes, Sudokus, Crosswords and Wordsearches (Paperback)
National Geographic Kids
R175 R149 Discovery Miles 1 490 Save R26 (15%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

A fact-packed fun book of transport themed puzzles. Test your knowledge and get thinking with this fact-packed National Geographic Kids fun book of transport themed puzzles. Inside are brain-tickling quizzes as well as number games, crosswords and word searches, with fascinating facts along the way.

Dump Truck (Board book): Dk Dump Truck (Board book)
Dk
R201 R187 Discovery Miles 1 870 Save R14 (7%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Each bright vehicle has four real wheels to little drivers can race them everywhere. Full color. 6.5 x 3 (approx.).

Emergency Vehicles (Paperback): Simon Tyler Emergency Vehicles (Paperback)
Simon Tyler 1
R235 R215 Discovery Miles 2 150 Save R20 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

The fastest police cars and motorbikes. . . The most powerful trucks . . . Firefighting helicopters . . . A thrilling book packed with full-colour technical illustrations and information about emergency vehicles from around the world. Featuring various emergency scenarios, and fully researched to be up to the minute, this book is already a hit in-house .

Dig Dig Digging (Board book): Margaret Mayo Dig Dig Digging (Board book)
Margaret Mayo; Illustrated by Alex Ayliffe 1
R360 Discovery Miles 3 600 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

A perfect book for little digger-lovers! Trucks and tractors, fire engines and helicopters--they all like to work hard. But after a long, happy day of beep-beeping and vroom-vrooming, even the busiest engines need to rest. This bright, bouncy, noise-filled book brings together all the vehicles that children adore.

Monster Trucks (Hardcover): Jeff Savage Monster Trucks (Hardcover)
Jeff Savage
R236 Discovery Miles 2 360 Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Growling engines, huge tires, and daring drivers all come together in a monster truck show. These giant trucks may weigh 5 tons and be 10 feet tall, but they can pull off some high flying stunts. From high wheelies to one on one races, find out how these ground shaking trucks impress audiences everywhere.

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