This narrative focuses on the resilience of three West Auckland communities -- Piha, Karekare, and Anawhata-during Cyclone Gabrielle. It captures the extraordinary strength and compassion of residents and volunteers who rallied to support one another during...
"Go behind the scences with Jeff Kinney and the making of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid movies!"--Back cover.
"From which king died after falling off the toilet and why people thought King John was a werewolf to why Queen Anne's feet were covered in garlic. It's all here, fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raising stories with all the horribly hilarious...
"Readers can discover all the foul facts about England, including which monk tried to pinch the devil's nose with a pair of tongs, why some people in the Middle Ages ate dove droppings and which English king was accused of being a werewolf."--Provided by...
"Discover all the foul facts life at home during the Second World War with history's most horrible headlines: Blitz edition. Get to grips with Home Front life with Terry Deary, the master of making history fun. From what really happened in Dad's Army to the...
Discover all the foul facts about the 'Great' War with history's most horrible headlines: Frightful First World War edition. The master of making history fun, Terry Deary gives us all the facts on the First World War including what the 'Fat King' did with food...
"If you ever hear old folk moaning on about the world today, just remind them how woeful things were in the Second World War. Readers can discover why the blitzed Brits ate chicken-fruit, sinkers and nutty, what really happened in Dad's Army and how to make a...
"Go back into the really rotten times of the Romans, where there were beastly battles, deadly doctors and marvellous myths. Discover what Roman soldiers wore under their kilts, how ancient Britons got their hair nice and spikey and why rich Romans needed a...
"A makerspace educator inspires kids to be creative with 100 inventive tinkering projects that illustrate the principles of science, encourage experimentation and discovery, and sharpen STEAM skills"--
"Where do people live in space and how do they get there? What's it like to work, eat and sleep in space? In this book you'll find the answers and lots more fascinating facts about living in space."--Provided by publisher.
"Grab your snorkel, put on your wet suit, and get ready to spot more than 150 colorful, peculiar and marvelous ocean creatures." -- Back cover.
"A friendly introduction to the world of school and the things that it's useful to know about before you start"-- Page [4] of cover.
"Discover the amazing story of our home planet - as told by Earth itself - by award-winning duo Mike Barfield and Jess Bradley. Welcome to Earth - the planet we call home. From its very earliest beginnings 4.5 billion years ago to the birth of life, rise of...
"Dinosaurs ruled the Earth for millions of years and are now extinct, but could some have survived and are now the birds we see today? Check out . . .if we still walk with dinosaurs; the prehistoric bird big enough to attack a saber-toothed tiger; the amazing...
"Volcanoes are incredible, as are the volcanologists who study them! Volcanic eruptions are powerful, and it's amazing that their effects could even reach the moon! Check out . . . if drones can be used to give earlier warnings of eruptions; where volcanoes...
"Here is the amazing true story of how a single piece of cloth--originally destined to become underwear--was used in the design of the Wright brothers' Flyer, traveled to the Moon with Apollo 11, and is currently wandering Mars on Ingenuity"--
"This is a scientific history of pooping in space. From the earliest NASA missions up through the innovative results of their recent Space Poop Challenge design competition, we'll see the evolution of pooping on the final frontier. With fascinating facts and a...
"Roald Dahl was always full of fun and mischief and loved all kinds of jokes - the sillier the better! Here is a marvellous collection of Roald Dahl's favourites, along with hilarious jokes from today's leading comedians and from children around the...
"Be inspired by Football Legend, Harry Kane! Discover the inspirational story of this top player's journey from his early life in London to his success with the Spurs youth team and dream role as England captain."--Provided by publisher.
"Be inspired by Football Legend, Lionel Messi! Discover the inspirational story of this star player's journey from growing up in South America, to his legendary success at Barcelona FC and becoming one of the greatest players on earth."--Publisher.
"Be inspired by Football Legend, Kylian Mbappe! Discover interesting facts about this incredible player's journey, from his early career at AS Bondy-coached by his father-to his success at Paris Saint-Germain FC and fulfilling his dream of playing for...
"Be inspired by Football Legend Bukayo Saka! Discover more about how this London-born legend used teamwork, dedication and perseverance to become one of Arsenal's leading players and the youngest member of the England squad."--Publisher.
"Children can set off on an amazing adventure through the animal world with the help of appealing, contemporary artwork, fun text and incredible facts. Clever camouflage, super senses and life in the harshest habitats are just some of the topics covered....
"Discover more about this football superstar's stratospheric rise from a young boy figuring out the tricks of the football trade in rural Norway to becoming a record-breaking goal scorer on the international stage."--Publisher.
"Readers can discover all the foul facts about ROTTEN RULERS, including: who gave the job of high priest to a donkey and who celebrated victory by eating his enemy's head? With a striking newspaper look throughout!"--Provided by publisher.
"Discover all the foul facts about the history of the mythological land with history's most horrible headlines: Greek edition. The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to the Groovy Greeks. From why girls ran about naked pretending to...
Want to know how to play gruesome games like Twisting the Cow? What the Scots used to do with burnt pigeon droppings? Whether you're glaikit, douce or peelie-wally? Find out the truth about William Wallace, the disgusting details of sick Scottish torture...
Can you answer 366 curious questions from children all around the world? Quiz your friends and family and discover fascinating facts about our world and beyond!
"Be more Pippi Longstocking with this empowering book celebrating 80 years of Astrid Lindgren's best-loved character. Enter a world of adventures that reveal Pippi Longstocking's unique personality, introduced by Pippi super-fan, Sandi Toksvig. Discover how...
"The Beginner's Bible Let's Learn About Jesus offers young children an introduction to the life and character of Jesus, giving them a deeper understanding of Christ and the role he plays in their lives."--Publisher.
"This encyclopaedia will knock spots off your biology textbook! Get under the skin of human anatomy with large, clear photographs, graphics, and CGI images that show everything you need to see in detail. Annotations and captions explain how everything works...
What makes Planet Earth so special? It's the only planet to have anything living on it for a start. But it also has fiery volcanoes, magnificent mountains, scorching deserts, and icy landscapes. Find out all about it in this fantastic book.
"As spring approaches in the Arctic, a mother polar bear and her two cubs tentatively emerge from hibernation to explore the changing landscape. When it is time, she takes her cubs on a forty-mile journey, back to their home on the ice. Along the way, she...
"With fascinating but short, succinct answers and inviting illustrations, it really is the ideal read for curious kids. Why are parents in charge and not children? Can dogs laugh? Are we all aliens?"--Publisher.
"New York Times columnists Shaina Feinberg and Julia Rothman take readers all over the world to explore the furthest reaches of passion and dedication in this collection of interviews. Meet a wildland firefighter, a surfer, a ferry captain, a designer of...
"A collection of more than 5,000 facts from science, history, nature, art, sports, music, and more."--Publisher.
"For generations, Mevan and her family lived in their beloved Kurdistan. But when they are forced to flee by the Iraqi government, Mevan must leave everything behind. Her family travels from country to country in search of safety; and with each stop, Mevan...
"A nonfiction narrative book about left-handedness"--
"Join Supertato, Evil Pea and the super team of fruits and veggies in this awesome annual! Make your own superhero mask, find your way back to Tato Tower, spot the difference in the supermarket, find the Veggies hiding in the aisles and SO much more. There are...
"A brand-new Official Hey Duggee Annual for 2025! Join Duggee and the Squirrels for lots of fun in this jam-packed annual."--Publisher.
"Join Bluey and family for loads of fun in this jam-packed annual full of activities, stories and games to play. It's perfect for keeping little ones entertained for hours!"--Publisher.
"Discover new friends, locations and stories in this year's Pokémon Annual! The Pokémon Annual 2025 introduces fans to the new characters, locations, Pokémon and adventures from the latest TV series. Features stories, profiles, activities, crafts and an A-Z...
"The story of Dr. John Snow, who traced London's cholera outbreak to a single water pump"--
"How do scientists see into space? How do polar bears keep warm? How do keys open locks? How do fireworks explode? Featuring more than 150 compelling questions about space, Earth, machines, buildings, animals and the human body, this magnificent book by the...
"Discover all the cut-throat facts about the Angry Aztecs with history's most horrible headlines: Aztec edition. Jump into Aztec life with Terry Deary, the master of making history fun. Discover why the Aztecs liked to eat scum, when the world is going to end...
"Discover all the foul facts about the history of fortresses with history's most horrible headlines: Crackin' Castles edition. The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to 50 foul castles across history. From which is the most haunted...
"Discover all the foul facts about the Slimy Stuarts with history's most horrible headlines. All the foul facts about the Slimy Stuarts are ready to uncover, including: why some slimy Stuarts ate toads, snails and fleas which king picked his nose and never...
"This title takes a look at the mad Tudor monarchs and their suffering subjects who just couldn't help losing their heads. It allows readers to discover who invited Queen Lizzie to visit his brand new toilet and what you get when you sew the front of a chicken...
"Share in the joyful, adventure-filled shenanigans of a child growing up in a small mud hut in Inner Mongolia in this illustrated memoir"--
"A retelling of the adventures of Odysseus on his long voyage home from the Trojan War."--Provided by publisher.
"Dive deep into the world of dragons, mermaids and fairies and discover all there is to know about these magical creatures! Why are they so hard to find? What do they eat? When do they sleep? Overflowing with fascinating facts that are sure to enchant and...
"You'll never guess how tiny robots are helping bees, where giant robots are stopping traffic, what kinds of intrepid robots are exploring outer space and how clever robots learn to beat chess champions. Discover all this and lots more things to know about...
"Delve into the enchanting world of animals with this book filled with breath-taking images and incredible facts. Which animal is the tallest? What's the difference between frogs and toads? How do animals use colour to ward off predators? From creepy crawlies...
"A series that tackles the question that every football fan wants answered: who is the GOAT? Each book pits two of the biggest and best players in the world head-to-head in a battle for the crown, kicking off with the superstar clash of Messi vs Ronaldo....
"Mitchell Starc's love of cricket started when he was just a boy growing up in New South Wales - and it only grew, until he had become one of the most accomplished and respected fast-bowlers in the game. He has thrilled crowds and sent balls rocketing past the...
"The Kingfisher Science Encyclopedia explores key scientific fields including space and time, technology, power, the human body and the environment. This newly revised fourth edition has been fully updated by expert authors to include the latest groundbreaking...
"Explore all the unique ways animals and plants are connected, uncovering how every living thing -- big or small -- has a role to play in the environment they call home." -- adapted from back cover.
"From sounding out big words--like 'propulsion,' 'meteorite,' and even "extraterrestrial"!--to simplifying big concepts--like gravity and atmosphere--this star-studded dictionary is the perfect launching pad for kids who absolutely love all things space. It...
"Profiles a series of animals with unusual eyes and explains how such animals use their uniquely evolved eyes to gain essential information about the biological world."--Publisher.
"A Poem for Every Day of Christmas is a splendid collection of thirty-one poems, compiled by award-winning anthologist Allie Esiri, to take you through the month of December"--Provided by publisher.
"Have fun with family and friends with this interactive game book, bursting with 200 side-splittingly funny scenarios, silly choices and thought-provoking questions all about animals. With no right or wrong answers, it's the game that everyone will enjoy!...
"This amazing 160-page volume is the perfect comprehensive guide to the dinosaurs and prehistoric animals that once roamed Earth. Written by dinosaur expert Michael Benton, the Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia is packed with colourful illustrations,...
"Snuggle up and ease your child off to sleep reading Joseph Coelho's lullaby-like poems. Lyrical, calming and beautifully illustrated,these peaceful poems are a magical way to end the day."--Provided by publisher.
"It's important to think about what others might be feeling, so we can understand the people around us better and be a good friend. But sometimes it can be difficult to guess what someone else might be feeling, or their emotions may not be what we expect. What...
"TV star, former SAS soldier, Guinness World Record holder, author and the first ever Chief Ambassador to World Scouting, Bear Grylls is an inspiration for youngsters who want to make the most of life's adventures. In his recent book 'Soul Fuel' Bear revealed...
"Here is the story of the Apollo 11 mission to the Moon -- a story of leaving and returning during the summer of 1969, and a story of home, seen whole, from far away by steady astronauts in their great machines."--Provided by publisher.
"The Solar System introduces inquisitive young readers to the sparkling and mysterious realm of our solar system. If you've ever wanted to know how many astronauts have walked on the moon and what the Sun is actually made of, this non-fiction book has all the...
"Our Ocean introduces curious young readers to the exciting and hidden depths of the world's ocean. If you've ever wanted to know why whales spout water or how smart an octopus really is, this non-fiction book has all the amazing answers. The amusing...
"Why is it happening? Is peace possible? When kids ask questions like these, grownups aren't always prepared to answer. A Kids Book About Israel & Palestine addresses this by giving children and their carers the tools they need to unpack and learn about this...
"Follow the journey of a knight in making, from the banquet table to the battlefield. Enter the world of a medieval horseback warrior and learn what it takes to become a knight."--Publisher.
"Illustrated profiles of some twenty-eight of the greatest players in the NBA"--Provided by publisher.
"This full-colour guide to the world of Unicorn Academy includes fact files, behind-the-scenes information about the characters and the island, as well as animated stills and character art from the show itself! An essential item for anyone and everyone who...
"Inspired by the age-old myths that have long insisted that fairies are very much real, this book draws upon the great store of cultural and literary references from around the world to create a comprehensive compendium of these fascinating creatures. Fairy...
"Honor Cargill-Martin retells eight classic Greek myths, this time from an all-female perspective. Written in first-person, we hear from the astute sorceress Medea and her pivotal role in the quest for the Golden Fleece, discover the contributions of Cretan...
"Find out how to make your own boba tea pearls, discover a whole host of recipes, read about the world's most extraordinary and unusual bubble tea flavours, and even learn a bit about the history of the delicious drink that's taking the world by...
"What happens inside a thundercloud? Why is the sky not always blue? How are hurricanes born? Why is climate change dangerous? This children's book helps inquisitive minds find out answers to all the questions they may have about weather and climate, and some...
"World of Rot takes readers on a deep dive into the process of decay, from the science behind it to an up-close and personal look at the organisms that do the dirty work to make our planet livable. With a touch of humor and quirky full-color illustrations,...
"In this friendly book written specially for kids, Beatrice tells all about the easiest, most fun, and affordable plants that can be grown indoors in pots. She shares her first-hand tips on caring for each plant, along with descriptions of each one's unique...
"Explore above and below the waves by flipping this reversible book! Voyage with seabirds, explore a rockpool, discover a shipwreck and meet creatures living deep underwater in this ultimate guide to the ocean. Waterworlds is full of astonishing facts, fun...
"With each poem hand-selected by Julia Donaldson, the former Children's Laureate and author of The Gruffalo, Pick and Mix Poetry is filled with over 300 poems, including familiar favourites, as well as exciting new voices, promising something for any and every...
"You're never too young to start a business. Whether you want to launch a babysitting service, run a lemonade stand, sell crafts online - or don't even know what business to start - you'll find plenty of ideas and strategies in this book."--Publisher.
"Who doesn't love a birthday bash? With 50 fabulous recipes for special cakes, cupcakes, frozen treats, and more, this charming cookbook provides sweet inspiration for delicious celebrations anytime of year."--
"Find out how to take care of your body and mind while you're online, from taking micro-breaks and stretching to dealing with cyberbullies.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digital devices,...
"Computer Kids: Staying Safe Online will show you the best ways to do so, from setting strong passwords to spotting a scam to knowing when to ask for help. These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of...
"Think all sharks are man-eating terrors? Think again! There's so much more to these fascinating and frequently misunderstood animals. This book takes you through the hungry history of these incredible creatures. Sharks range in size from whale sharks longer...
"Come on an adventure to discover how you measure up against some incredible lifesize ocean animals. Go face to face with a leatherback turtle, see how you'd look with megalodon teeth, dive deep down for a peek at an anglerfish, and much, much more!"--Back...
"Childhood biographies of sixteen musicians, including pop songwriters, classical performers, and R&B singers"--
"Every name has a story. The Whose Your Name? Book Project brings together pieces of writing from the Tamaiti o le Pasifika class, a Pasifika enrichment class at Wainuiomata Intermediate School. These young Pasifika writers explore the meanings of Pacific...
A beautifully illustrated, geography book full of flaps to lift to find answers questions such as "When can I see a shooting star?", "Where is the tallest waterfall?", and "What are clouds made of?". Over 50 flaps to lift answer who, what, when, why and...
Music, song and dance brings people together, creating connections. For First Nations People, it is the heart of culture and community, holding knowledge, stories and tradition. For Isaiah, music is a huge part of who he is and in this book he shares his...
"On the run from his brother, Thor, Loki travels back and forth in time and space to find the pieces of an ancient artefact that, once rebuilt, will allow him to move everywhere without being seen. Will you be able to find Loki in every scene before Thor does?...
"Little penguin Pip introduces you to her frisky family! On each page, you'll read and learn about the emperor penguins. Dive into their world of ice and snow and learn how Pip's family keep themselves warm, why they can't fly, and so much more"--Provided by...
"In the sparkling oceans of the world, a beautiful day is about to start. The fish are swimming and the corals are bursting with colour. Can you find all the hidden marine life before it's time to sleep?"--Provided by publisher.
"Look over there! A garbage man in a race car, a helmet on wheels, and a piano crosswalk. William's city is a feast for your eyes. Walk along with William and be surprised by whacky situations on the way. Can you discover them all? The Is That Possible? series...
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