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The Boss of Everyone - The brand-new comedy adventure from the author of The Day the Screens Went Blank (Paperback): Danny... The Boss of Everyone - The brand-new comedy adventure from the author of The Day the Screens Went Blank (Paperback)
Danny Wallace; Illustrated by Gemma Correll
R173 Discovery Miles 1 730 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Imagine if you got to be the boss of EVERYONE-even your dad! That's just what happens to 10-year-old Joss in this hilarious, brand-new comedy from bestselling author, comedian and presenter Danny Wallace, with illustrations throughout from Gemma Correll. Perfect for children aged 8+ and fans of David Baddiel, Stephen Mangan, David Walliams, Andy Griffiths, Jenny Pearson and Helen Rutter. Ten-year-old Joss's greatest ambition is to be Class Monitor at school. But she's about to go one step further. It's Take Your Kid to Work Day, and Joss's dad takes her to the games company he works for. When the boss calls a meeting and tells them he's giving his job away to the person with the best idea for a company game-changer . . . Joss sticks her hand up. And the next thing she knows, Joss is the boss. Joss is thrilled. Dad is horrified: he's going to have to be on his best behaviour all the time! As Joss whips everyone into shape, maybe they can all learn a lesson or two . . . even Joss herself. Warm-hearted and beautifully observed, with hilarious artwork from Gemma Correll, this family-centric comedy has massive wish-fulfilment appeal for kids and adults alike.

A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Paperback): Holly Jackson A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Paperback)
Holly Jackson
R322 R270 Discovery Miles 2 700 Save R52 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Special Delivery - A Book's Journey Around the World (Paperback): Polly Faber Special Delivery - A Book's Journey Around the World (Paperback)
Polly Faber; Illustrated by Klas Fahlen
R240 R192 Discovery Miles 1 920 Save R48 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

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.

Michelle Obama, Volume 62 (Hardcover, New Edition): Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara Michelle Obama, Volume 62 (Hardcover, New Edition)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Mia Saine
R237 Discovery Miles 2 370 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Michelle Obama, the iconic first lady, advocate, lawyer and author. Young Michelle grew up on the South Side of Chicago in a close-knit family. She loved school, achieving A's, and worked hard to blaze trails at the universities of Princeton and Harvard. Then, at the beginning of her legal career, she met Barack Obama. As first lady, she used her platform to advocate for women and girls and continues to inspire many with her powerful voice, and bestselling books. This empowering 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 inspiring woman'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 Naturals (Paperback): Jennifer Lynn Barnes The Naturals (Paperback)
Jennifer Lynn Barnes
R320 R267 Discovery Miles 2 670 Save R53 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Nikola Tesla, Volume 83 (Hardcover): Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara Nikola Tesla, Volume 83 (Hardcover)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Alexander Mostov
R237 Discovery Miles 2 370 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Nikola Tesla, the scientist and inventor whose groundbreaking inventions we continue to use today. Since he was a young boy growing up in the Austrian Empire, Nikola was fascinated by science and numbers. His teachers knew he had a brilliant mind, but Nikola's irregular routines and fondness for playing cards meant that he was kicked out of school before he could finish his exams. However, after working for a spell at the Budapest Telephone Exchange, where he made several clever innovations to their electrical systems, he managed to get a job with Edison Machine Works in New York, U.S.A. In the United States, Tesla's inquisitive nature and ingenious mind spurred him on to keep exploring electricity, and he came up with several groundbreaking inventions during this time, including breakthroughs in alternating current and wireless remote controls. By the end of his life, the brilliant inventor had more than 300 patents for original and unique inventions, and had advanced scientific thought by a generation. This inspiring 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 iconic scientist'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. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

How to be a Detective and Other Crime-Fighting Jobs (Hardcover): DC Alexandra Beever How to be a Detective and Other Crime-Fighting Jobs (Hardcover)
DC Alexandra Beever; Illustrated by Sol Linero
R389 R315 Discovery Miles 3 150 Save R74 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

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.

Santa Gets a Second Job (Paperback): Michele D'Ignazio Santa Gets a Second Job (Paperback)
Michele D'Ignazio; Illustrated by Sergio Olivotti; Translated by Denise Muir
R188 Discovery Miles 1 880 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

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.

Building Site (Paperback): Jane Bingham Building Site (Paperback)
Jane Bingham; Illustrated by Joaquin Camp
R155 R124 Discovery Miles 1 240 Save R31 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Complete the building site scenes in this entertaining sticker book. There are lots of stickers of diggers, cranes and other building sites machines to use.

How to be a Detective and Other Crime-Fighting Jobs (Paperback): DC Alexandra Beever How to be a Detective and Other Crime-Fighting Jobs (Paperback)
DC Alexandra Beever; Illustrated by Sol Linero
R235 R188 Discovery Miles 1 880 Save R47 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

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.

Life Savers - Spend a day with 12 real-life emergency service heroes (Paperback): Eryl Nash Life Savers - Spend a day with 12 real-life emergency service heroes (Paperback)
Eryl Nash; Illustrated by Ana Albero; Foreword by Zoe Williams
R187 Discovery Miles 1 870 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

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.

Killer Instinct (Paperback): Jennifer Lynn Barnes Killer Instinct (Paperback)
Jennifer Lynn Barnes
R353 R296 Discovery Miles 2 960 Save R57 (16%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Fireborne (Paperback): Rosaria Munda Fireborne (Paperback)
Rosaria Munda
R398 R314 Discovery Miles 3 140 Save R84 (21%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"Fireborne is everything I want in fantasy."--Rachel Hartman, New York Times bestselling author of Seraphina Game of Thrones meets Red Rising in a debut young adult fantasy that's full of rivalry, romance . . . and dragons. Annie and Lee were just children when a brutal revolution changed their world, giving everyone--even the lowborn--a chance to test into the governing class of dragonriders. Now they are both rising stars in the new regime, despite backgrounds that couldn't be more different. Annie's lowborn family was executed by dragonfire, while Lee's aristocratic family was murdered by revolutionaries. Growing up in the same orphanage forged their friendship, and seven years of training have made them rivals for the top position in the dragonriding fleet. But everything changes when survivors from the old regime surface, bent on reclaiming the city. With war on the horizon and his relationship with Annie changing fast, Lee must choose to kill the only family he has left or to betray everything he's come to believe in. And Annie must decide whether to protect the boy she loves . . . or step up to be the champion her city needs. From debut author Rosaria Munda comes a gripping adventure that calls into question which matters most: the family you were born into, or the one you've chosen.

Kamala Harris, Volume 67 (Hardcover): Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara Kamala Harris, Volume 67 (Hardcover)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Lauren Semmer
R238 Discovery Miles 2 380 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

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!

Wanneer Ek Groot is - Level 1 (Afrikaans, Paperback): Cyprien Akuete, Karim Diallo Wanneer Ek Groot is - Level 1 (Afrikaans, Paperback)
Cyprien Akuete, Karim Diallo
R89 R77 Discovery Miles 770 Save R12 (13%) Ships in 15 - 25 working days
How to Be a Doctor and Other Life-Saving Jobs (Paperback): Punam Krishan How to Be a Doctor and Other Life-Saving Jobs (Paperback)
Punam Krishan; Illustrated by Sol Linero
R210 R168 Discovery Miles 1 680 Save R42 (20%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

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.

Killers of the Flower Moon: Adapted for Young Readers - The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI (Paperback): David Grann Killers of the Flower Moon: Adapted for Young Readers - The Osage Murders and the Birth of the FBI (Paperback)
David Grann
R327 R261 Discovery Miles 2 610 Save R66 (20%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Goods and Services Around Town (Paperback): Heather Schwartz Goods and Services Around Town (Paperback)
Heather Schwartz
R285 R242 Discovery Miles 2 420 Save R43 (15%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

Needs and wants and the difference between them can be a difficult concept for young students. Early readers will be introduced to goods and services, what makes them different, and examples of each. This title features plenty of eye-catching images and new vocabulary.

How to Make a Book (about My Dog) (Hardcover): Chris Barton How to Make a Book (about My Dog) (Hardcover)
Chris Barton; Illustrated by Sarah Horne
R342 Discovery Miles 3 420 Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Vi Spy: The Girl with the Golden Gran (Paperback): Maz Evans Vi Spy: The Girl with the Golden Gran (Paperback)
Maz Evans
R191 Discovery Miles 1 910 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

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

As Good as Dead - The Finale to A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Paperback): Holly Jackson As Good as Dead - The Finale to A Good Girl's Guide to Murder (Paperback)
Holly Jackson
R374 R311 Discovery Miles 3 110 Save R63 (17%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Flamefall (Paperback): Rosaria Munda Flamefall (Paperback)
Rosaria Munda
R417 R334 Discovery Miles 3 340 Save R83 (20%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Little Match Girl Strikes Back (Hardcover): Emma Carroll The Little Match Girl Strikes Back (Hardcover)
Emma Carroll; Illustrated by Lauren Child
R272 Discovery Miles 2 720 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

It only takes one strike: A powerful feminist reworking of the Hans Christian Andersen classic, from bestselling and award-winning creators Emma Carroll and Lauren Child. 'Superb. About community and voices and standing up for yourself' Phil Earle, British Book Award-winning author of When the Sky Falls Bridie works hard to feed her family, selling matches on the streets of Victorian London. After an incident leaves her with only three matches left, the magical strike of each one sees her tumble into visions of a brighter future. Realizing she has the power to change her own fortune, Bridie leads the match factory workers out on strike, achieving the remarkable through their unity and courage. A defiant and empowering retelling of the classic you thought you knew, based on real-life events, this stunning collaboration brought to life in glorious spot colour introduces a bold new heroine for future generations to treasure. 'Bridie is a feminist icon, with a story that is all too relevant. There is so much power in these beautiful pages' Katya Balen, winner of the Carnegie Medal 'A defiant, elegantly illustrated story' Sunday Times Culture 'A brilliant story of collective power that champions community and kindness' Abi Elphinstone 'A powerful strike right to the heart, burning with courage, that should light a beacon of hope for young readers' Piers Torday 'A timely read that might prompt discussion' Observer '[Lauren] Child's vivid spot-colour illustrations elegantly complement the fierceness of the story' Guardian 'A masterful interweaving of fairytale and fact with social action and strong women at its heart' Smriti Halls

Built by Animals - Meet the creatures who inspire our homes and cities (Hardcover): Christiane Dorion Built by Animals - Meet the creatures who inspire our homes and cities (Hardcover)
Christiane Dorion; Illustrated by Yeji Yun
R361 Discovery Miles 3 610 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

New title in the internationally best-selling, and Blue Peter Book Award-winning series. Following on from the incredible Invented by Animals, Built by Animals introduces us to the creatures who have inspired the materials and techniques that are used by humans in the building world today. Meet over 26 animals behind the most amazing building tech, humorously brought to life by Yeji Yun and wittily and expertly explained by WWF educator Christiane Dorion. This book dives into theworld of biomimicry and answers questions like: How can we use more solar energy to power our homes? How can we grow plants in the desert? How can we pump water to the top of very tall buildings? How can we clean polluted rivers? From the bee's honeycomb shape that strengthens structures to termites that build their nests with natural air con, these creatures did it first! And, at the end of the book, find out who wins big at the Animal Builder Awards! Will it be the prairie dog, the peacock, the beaver or the firefly? Built by Animals explores this amazing STEM subject in a deceptively simple way, showing children that the future of architecture can be inspired by and be respectful of nature.

The Secrets Act (Paperback): Alison Weatherby The Secrets Act (Paperback)
Alison Weatherby
R190 Discovery Miles 1 900 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Codebreaker. Friend. Spy? A thrilling, nail-biting YA mystery with themes of friendship, loyalty, secrets, and a dash of romance. 'The appealing setting, nuanced and flawed heroines and engaging plot make this a gripping read' THE IRISH TIMES 'A tense and gripping period piece.' CHRIS SOUL 'Absolutely brilliant' FIONA SHARP, Waterstones Bookseller Wartime. Pearl and Ellen work at top-secret codebreaking HQ, Bletchley Park. Pearl is the youngest. A messenger at sixteen, she's untidy, lively, bright, and half in love with the wrong boy, Richard. Her circle of friends overlaps with his - the dashing young men on their motorcycles who courier the secrets that Bletchley deciphers. Ellen is a codebreaker. Reserved, analytical and beautiful. She never expected to get close to a girl like Pearl - or fall for a chap like Dennis. But when tragedy strikes, their logical world is upended, with both friends caught in a spy plot that rocks the very heart of the war effort. Who can they turn to now? Who can they trust? And above all, can they unmask the traitor in their midst before it's too late? Follows two young women, Pearl and Ellen, who are recruited to work at Bletchley Park during the Second World War Set in atmospheric 1940s England, The Secrets Act also explores serious historical themes Perfect for fans of Code Name Verity

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