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Packed full of facts this wonderfully illustrated book measures and compares everything from animals, space and dinosaurs to machines, sports and people, and will captivate children - and parents too! Did you know that a blue whale weighs about as much as 20 T-Rex dinosaurs? Or that a guinea pig is 70% water? This exciting picture book is full of these and many more fascinating fact nuggets. Turn the pages and compare the fastest machines, the tallest buildings, the biggest animals, the world's highest fliers and much, much more. You can trace the journey lines to discover which animal travels furthest, read the clues to match the fossil print to the dinosaur, or count up the construction workers to see how many humans it takes to measure the height of a mighty tunnelling machine. Using striking visual comparisons, quiz questions and bite-sized facts, this book, aimed at children aged 5 and older, builds maths skills and helps readers develop their understanding of the world around them. Children will be amazed at what they discover in My First Book of Comparisons and will have plenty of unforgettable facts to dazzle their friends and family with. For readers who can't get enough and older readers aged 8 and up, why not try The Book of Comparisons for even more mind-melting facts and incredible illustrations to pour over.

Grow your own crystals with this awesome book and kit! Includes everything you need to grow one giant crystal - plus a light-up base to put it on! The kit also gives instructions on how to grow lots of other small crystals from ingredients found around your home. Kit contents: 24-page book crystal seed crystal powder light-up base mixing cup.

Tom Read Wilson is here to take us on a rip-roaring tour through some of the most astonishing and amusing words in the English language with Every Word Tells a Story. See how the English language evolved in this extraordinary exploration of the origins of everyday words. Full of funny stories and fascinating facts, Tom Read Wilson knows even the most ordinary-sounding word can have the most surprising story behind it! Did you know, for instance, that: The word 'bloomers' comes from Amelia Bloomer, who was a women's rights activist and owner and editor of the first U.S. newspaper edited by and for women, who wanted to move more freely in her knickers? Or that the word 'daisy' comes from the Old English daeges eage, meaning 'day's eye', because the petals of a daisy open at dawn and close at dusk? The word 'easel' comes from the Dutch word 'ezel', meaning donkey, because both are depenable and suitable for carrying a load? Or that English nicknames for police officers, 'bobbies' and 'peelers', both come from the names of Sir Robert Peel, British prime minister in the 1800s and creator of the first modern police force? Each fascinating word is explored through a quirky, amusing story alongside the etymology, word origin and definition. Paired with beautiful, characterful illustrations by Ian Morris, Every Word Tells a Story is a perfect book for young wordsmiths, encouraging kids and adults alike to have fun whilst learning about language.

Discover all the foul facts about the Rotten Romans with history's most horrible headlines. All the foul facts about the Rotten Romans are ready to uncover, including: what Roman soldiers wore under their kilts and how ancient Britons got their hair nice and spiky. * fully illustrated throughout and packed with horrible stories - with all the horribly hilarious bits included * with a fresh take on the classic Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new * the perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read * Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019's brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans. Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot. Read all about it!

Patches are a perfect way to add a little sparkle to your jackets, backpacks, phone cases, and more! With this kit, you'll learn to make 12 fluffy and shiny stick-on patches. It's as simple as layering the precut felt shapes, sewing them together, and attaching an adhesive back; no ironing required. Show off your creative flair by adding pizzazz to just about everything! WHAT YOU GET Felt is all precut, so you can get started right away. Includes 12 trendy designs that can be customized with sequins & fluffy chenille yarn. Kids learn real sewing and embroidery techniques. No ironing is required. Includes a 36 page book with detailed instructions. What is Klutz? Klutz is a premium brand of book-based activity kits, designed to inspire creativity in every child. Our unique combination of crystal-clear instructions, custom tools and materials, and hearty helpings of humor is 100% guaranteed to kick-start creativity. Super-clear instructions Open-ended Creativity Rewarding Reading Skills to Build On Everything You Need

From cheese rolling to baby crying competitions, get ready for an adventure thorugh the most amazing contests the world has ever seen. Throughout history humans have been challenging themselves against each other. Who could be the fastest? The strongest? The celeverest? While this was going on some other people decided to create epic contests that were... well, a bit more unusual. Get ready to witness pumpkin sailing races, camel beauty pageants, air guitar championships, worm charming contests, and much more!

A mind-boggling and hilarious book of facts for kids from the star of The Great British Bake Off, Matt Lucas - exclusive for World Book Day! Can you spot fact from fiction? Can you tell what's news and what's nonsense? This very, very, very, very, very, very, very silly book is FULL of mind-boggling true or false facts about animals, food, inventions, famous people, extraordinary places and much, much more! True or false? A man once ate an entire airplane. The first frisbees were overcooked pies. King Henry VIII had a special servant to take him to the loo. Grab a copy and find out the answers! Jam-packed with incredible facts and super-silly jokes from the king of comedy Matt Lucas, this book will have your laughing your socks off . . . while learning astonishing things about the world we live in! Also available: My Very Very Very Very Very Very Very Silly Book of Jokes My Very Very Very Very Very Very Very Silly Book of Pranks My Very Very Very Very Very Very Very Silly Book of Games

***A Guardian Best Children's Book of 2022*** "Top-notch nonfiction from a profoundly accomplished author, it's the sort of book that could ignite lifelong scientific curiosity." Guardian "The perfect present for any inquisitive child." The Sunday Times Why are bubbles always round? Could I ever touch a rainbow? Why can't I remember being a baby? Have you ever not been able to concentrate because there are SO many questions buzzing round your brain? The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions will offer answers to the most bamboozling questions and curious queries that you can think of. How many stars are in the night sky? Why don't animals wear clothes? Do plants have feelings? This book will define, debunk and demystify the trickiest of questions and even open your eyes to questions you have never even thought of! With engaging and accessible text and accompanied by exciting, inviting illustrations, The Bedtime Book of Impossible Questions is the perfect bedside companion to delve into when you are wondering if there really is an answer to everything.

Stickers are even better when they're squishy! Make 60 one-of-a-kind puffy stickers to spruce up your stuff. Comes with a Puffy Sticker Maker as well as full-colour and colour-in illustrations to make your own. Sticker fanatics everywhere will love adding these custom designs to their collection.

Crash and LEARN with this LEGO version of a block car race! Build and rebuild 8+ race cars, then race them along the track, as you find out about Newton's laws, aerodynamics and crash-test safety. Creative prompts encourage tons of personalization. This set includes: Chipboard custom racetrack with levers to race two cars at the same time Includes all 124 bricks you need to build 10 different race cars, with variations in different colors and opportunity to mix-and-match pieces. papercraft extras 64-page book of step-by-step instructions for building the 10 LEGO race cars and a custom track Offers the unique combination of STEM learning and playful creativity in line with Klutz's bestselling LEGO Chain Reactions, LEGO Gadgets, and LEGO Gear Bots. What is Klutz? Klutz is a premium brand of book-based activity kits, designed to inspire creativity in every child. Our unique combination of crystal-clear instructions, custom tools and materials and hearty helpings of humour is 100% guaranteed to kick-start creativity. Super-clear instructions Open-ended creativity Rewarding reading Skills to build on Everything you need

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This stunning collection of more than 100 animals lets children discover the facts, stories, and myths behind their favourite animals. Whether it's where the slow-motion sloth lives, how the plodding pangolin protects itself from predators, or which animal the Ancient Egyptians thought rolled the Sun across the sky, children can learn all sorts of fun animal facts from the storybook descriptions. Each type of animal is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images.

This beautiful modern bestiary lets you find the animals that interest you and uncover new favourites along the way. Arranged from big to small, the wildlife of the world is revealed in fantastic detail with amazing photography and gorgeous illustrations. From tigers and chameleons to wolves and owls there's an animal for everyone in this compendium of creatures.

An attractive gift for children who can't get enough of wildlife and nature, An Anthology of Intriguing Animals covers all different types of animals. With easy-to-read text and large images, this book is perfect for children to explore by themselves or for bedtime stories.

Go on a round-the-world adventure with this fun search and find fact book from National Geographic Kids. Find it! Search the illustrated scenes to find more than 250 landmarks, animals and cultural sights. From the beaches of Rio to the parks of Tokyo, the busy streets of Paris to the wonders of Cairo they are sure to keep young readers entertained. Explore it! Discover amazing facts all about the things spotted. Did you know that Mount Everest is the world's tallest mountain? That Ayer's Rock appears to glow red in the sunset and sunrise? Or that Rio Janeiro's carnival is one of the biggest celebrations in the world? With colourful photos and lots of fun activities that kids will love it's the perfect book for kids and grown-ups to enjoy together!

This awesome Paint & Peel Jelly Stickers book and activity kit by Klutz has enough materials for you to create around 60 stickers. Make fun 3D stickers that are specially designed to adhere to items like tech devices, lockers and water bottles! You can choose from plenty of designs and customise the stickers to your heart's content. The kit includes: an instruction booklet for guidance and inspiration specially formulated paint googly eyes rhinestone stickers a marker clear backer sheet. What is Klutz? Klutz is a premium brand of book-based activity kits, designed to inspire creativity in every child. Our unique combination of crystal-clear instructions, custom tools and materials and hearty helpings of humour is 100% guaranteed to kick-start creativity. Super-clear instructions Open-ended Creativity Rewarding Reading Skills to Build On Everything You Need

Boo! Discover all the frightful stories behind iconic ghost tales and legends from around the world with history's most horrible headlines: the ghost and ghouls edition. The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to spooks and spirits. From the ancient evils of Egypt, cutthroat Celtic sacrifices, Anne Boleyn and other restless royals, a deathly drummer boy trapped in the underground passages of Edinburgh, as well as ghost busters and spook rumblers, combined with tons of Horrible Halloween facts and top tips for getting rid of ghouls, it's all in Horrible Histories: Ghosts: Fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raising stories - with all the horribly hilarious bits included With a fresh take on the classic Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new The perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019's brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans. Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot. Read all about it!

Learn that even animals have best friends in this follow-up to The Not Bad Animals. Someone that's always there for them through thick and thin, to help them out with all of the usual things that friends do. You know, like picking ticks off your back, letting you know when a lion is about to make you its dinner and helping you hunt down some tasty prey. The animal kingdom is full of odd couples that prove that sometimes it's better to be together! Like the rhino and the African Oxpecker, the coyote and the badger, and the crocodile and the plover bird. This funny and informative book is a great way to teach your kids about some of the more interesting partnerships in the natural world, with pop out fact boxes and hilarious illustrations. Uncover some unlikely friendships from the world of animals and discover how creatures get through every day with a little help from their friends. This book is full of funny facts about animals and symbiotic relationships for children to explore.

A groundbreaking new series from two bestselling writers that teaches you about the world through football. The first book is packed with awesome true stories, real science and fascinating facts and will make you laugh loads. When do footballers poo? Can you play football on Mars? What is a magic sponge? You will find the answers to these questions and more in chapters on subjects such as history, geography, biology and maths. Illustrated throughout with hilarious cartoons and filled with laugh-out-loud gags this is the perfect book for any boy or girl who loves football. Your coaches at Football School, Alex Bellos and Ben Lyttleton, are journalists, broadcasters and award-winning science and sports writers. Their knowledge, enthusiasm and engaging writing make them the perfect team to teach you how to score with your head.

Welcome to FACTopia! A wonderland of crazily connected facts. Did you know that a squid has a brain shaped like a doughnut? Or that some butterflies drink turtle tears? Every Britannica-verified fact in the book is connected to the next in an ingenious trail of information. Hop from topic to topic in unexpected and hilarious ways, and discover extraordinary facts about space, bones, dinosaurs, goats, spiders, crocodiles, sharks, robots, Ancient Rome, kings and queens, pharaohs, and more. But there's not just one trail through these pages: sometimes your path branches and you can choose to jump to a totally different (but still connected) part of the book. Discover where your curiosity will take you! This wittily illustrated book is the perfect gift to inspire and delight curious kids.

Discover all the foul facts about the Woeful Second World War with history's most horrible headlines. All the foul facts about the Woeful Second World War are ready to uncover, including: why the blitzed Brits ate chicken-fruit, sinkers and nutty what really happened in Dad's Army and how to make a rude noise with a gas mask. * fully illustrated throughout and packed with horrible stories - with all the horribly hilarious bits included * with a fresh take on the classic Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new * the perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read * Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019's brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie - Rotten Romans. Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot. Read all about it!