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For the child who says, "I want to be a veterinarian when I grow up!" And for any child who wants a gentle behind-the-scenes look at being a veterinarian.
Veterinarians help sick and hurt animals feel better. Did you know that there are many different ways to be a veterinarian? When a father and child bring Gus the dog to his check-up, they learn that there are vets who work with very large animals, vets who work with wild animals—and more.
I Want to Be a Veterinarian is part of a new I Can Read series that introduces young readers to important community helpers. This Level One I Can Read is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
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Building Site
(Paperback)
Jane Bingham; Illustrated by Joaquin Camp
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R172
R156
Discovery Miles 1 560
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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.
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Kamala Harris
(Hardcover)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Lauren Semmer
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R463
Discovery Miles 4 630
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The Do-Over
(Hardcover)
Rodrigo Vargas; Illustrated by Coni Yovaniniz
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R586
R540
Discovery Miles 5 400
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For the child who says, "I want to doctor when I grow up!" And for any child who wants a gentle behind-the-scenes look at being a doctor.
Doctors help sick and hurt people feel better. When little brother Jack hurts his foot, the family gets to meet all kinds of doctors.
With this story blending narrative with nonfiction elements, readers meet the doctors who heal broken bones, help fix teeth, and even work in laboratories!
I Want to Be a Doctor is part of a new I Can Read series that introduces young readers to important community helpers. This Level One I Can Read is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.
Help your child to develop their growth mindset as they discover
how real mathematicians look at the world and how they think.
Children's brains are powerful and flexible, but they need
exercising and challenging to develop. In this book they will
uncover the core skills that can make a good mathematician great,
and be encouraged to have a go at some simple activities to help
them to train their brain to become better at applying outstanding
mathematic practice. By uncovering the way that real mathematicians
look at the world and approach problems, they will be learning
skills that will set them in good stead for life. Each topic is
broken down into manageable chunks, so the reader can build up
their skills and naturally develop their thinking. Each book
contains biographies of four top mathematicians, and the humorous
illustrations throughout help the reader to understand some of the
trickier concepts. Ideal for students aged 8+ who are studying
Maths or S.T.E.A.M. topics at key stage 2. Titles in this series:
Think Like An Astronaut Think Like An Artist Think Like a Coder
Think Like An Engineer Think Like A Mathematician Think Like A
Scientist
Help your child to develop their growth mindset as they discover
how real artists look at the world and how they think. Children's
brains are powerful and flexible, but they need exercising and
challenging to develop. In this book they will uncover the core
skills that can make a good artist great, and be encouraged to have
a go at some simple activities to help them to train their brain to
improve their artistic skills and thinking. By uncovering the way
that real artists look at the world and approach problems, they
will be learning skills that will set them in good stead for life.
Each topic is broken down into manageable chunks, so the reader can
build up their skills and naturally develop their thinking. Each
book contains biographies of four top artists, and the humorous
illustrations throughout help the reader to understand some of the
trickier concepts. Ideal for students aged 8+ who are studying Art
or S.T.E.A.M. topics at key stage 2. Titles in this series: Think
Like An Astronaut Think Like An Artist Think Like a Coder Think
Like An Engineer Think Like A Mathematician Think Like A Scientist
A first book of jobs that challenges stereotypes with its positive
and inclusive message. The important message in this first book of
jobs is that children can be whatever they want to be when they
grow up. With a variety of jobs and a diverse cast of characters,
this book is an excellent way to start conversations with young
children about their futures. The bold, graphic illustrations by
acclaimed illustrator Melanie Walsh, along with simple vocabulary,
bring each profession to life.
In kitchens and living rooms, in garages and labs and basements, even in converted chicken coops, women and girls have invented ingenious innovations that have made our lives simpler and better. Their creations are some of the most enduring (the windshield wiper) and best loved (the chocolate chip cookie). What inspired these women, and just how did they turn their ideas into realities?
A collection of inspirational and practical how-to guides by the
Black British Business Award Winner Mark Maciver aka Slider Cuts.
SHAPING UP CULTURE is based on Maciver's own work in teaching
others from a similar background to him how to run a successful
business.
Welcome to the world of William Shakespeare. See what influenced
his work, whether he really did write the famous works that we
associate with his name, and be prepared to be taken on a journey
behind the scenes. Amazing artifacts and original documents
provided by the National Archives help readers build a real account
of the man behind the name.
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Farmers
(Paperback)
Emily Raij
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R251
R226
Discovery Miles 2 260
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Farmers are hard workers. They grow plants and raise animals for
people around the world. Give readers the inside scoop on what it's
like to work as a farmer. Readers will learn about different types
of farmers, the tools they use, and how people get this exciting
job.
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Nurses
(Paperback)
Emily Raij
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R251
R226
Discovery Miles 2 260
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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.
Take a deep dive into the depths of our blue planet with this
stunning book all about the ocean - Earth's largest biome. In
Oceans at Work, beautiful illustrations and striking photographs
combine to help readers explore how humans interact with the ocean
and how we have come to depend on it for travel, food and fun.
Investigate our use of the seas from seaweed farms to fishing
boats, and from whaling to a world cruises. It will inspire young
readers to think about how human activity is at times harming our
world and the delicate balance of life in ocean and coastal
habitats around the world. Each title includes a map of the world
highlighting each ocean and what phenomena occur there. For readers
aged 7+ who are studying geography, habitats and natural history at
key stage 2. The Oceans Explored series is also an excellent
resource for children interested in ecology and green issues.
Titles in this series: Ocean Habitats Ocean Life Ocean Pollution
Oceans at Work
What's so great about corn?Popcorn, corn on the cob, cornbread, tacos, tamales, and tortillas. All of these and many other good things come from one amazing plant. Aliki tells the story of corn: How Native American farmers thousands of years ago found and nourished a wild grass plant and made it an important part of their lives. They learned the best ways to grow and store and use its fat yellow kernels. And then they shared this knowledge with the new settlers of America.
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Doctor
(Paperback)
Lucy M. George; Illustrated by Ando Twin
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R208
Discovery Miles 2 080
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What's it like being a doctor? Let's find out! Step inside the life
of Doctor Miranda and discover the challenges she faces in her very
busy job. From checking a pregnant lady's blood pressure to writing
a prescription for medicine, learn about the inspirational life of
a doctor. An entertaining story following a day in the life of a
doctor for 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 doctor'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
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