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Magical history tour. 15, "Discovery of the dinosaurs" by Fabrice Erre

Magical history tour. 15, "Discovery of the dinosaurs"

Fabrice Erre

"Join modern-day siblings Annie and Nico as they learn about dinosaurs, extinction, and the people who discovered the dino bones."--Provided by publisher.

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The Captain Underpants extra-crunchy book o' fun  by Dav Pilkey

The Captain Underpants extra-crunchy book o' fun

Dav Pilkey

"Join George and Harold for more fun and games with their wedgie-powered superhero, Captain Underpants, in this humongous activity book. Find out how to make your very own comic books complete with that world-famous cheesy animation technique, FLIP-O-Rama!...

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Where's Milo?  by Toria Hegedus

Where's Milo?

Toria Hegedus

"Can you spot Milo and his friends? Look for them, and lots of other hidden surprises throughout Milotown, in this search-and-find book!"--Provided by publisher.

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Where's Supertato?

Where's Supertato?

"Sweep through the supermarket with Supertato and the veggies as they tidy up toys, put on a party and play hide-and-seek on a supermarket snow day! You can also meet the team, discover their catchphrases and keep your eyes peeled for Banana, who's hidden on...

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The explosive history of volcanoes  by Clive Gifford

The explosive history of volcanoes

Clive Gifford

"Spewing out fountains of red-hot lava and toxic plumes of smoke, volcanoes are dangerous and deadly. But every volcano is different - in shape and size, location and destructiveness. The Explosive History of Volcanoes explains the Volcanic Explosivity Index...

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Gregor Mendel  by Cheryl Bardoe

Gregor Mendel

Cheryl Bardoe

"How do mothers and fathers--whether they are apple trees, sheep, or humans--pass down traits to their children? This question fascinated Gregor Mendel throughout his life. Regarded as the world's first geneticist, Mendel overcame poverty and obscurity to...

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The unofficial Harry Potter companion : Volume 2, Chamber of secrets  by Alison Siggard

The unofficial Harry Potter companion : Volume 2, Chamber of secrets

Alison Siggard

"Discover new secrets and insights about Harry Potter's second year at Hogwarts. A deep and insightful analysis, Hermione worthy commentary, and a Hogwarts library sized collection of fun and magical Potter facts summoned from a variety of official...

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Animals of the world.

Animals of the world.

"Discover your own inner Attenborough with this fact-packed, quick-quiztastic book, which covers more than 100 animals, from terrific tigers to adorable apes! This amazing book welcomes you to the animal kingdom where you can meet more than 100 species, from...

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How technology works.

How technology works.

"Have you ever been tempted to take the back off your TV? Have you wondered about what's going on beneath your feet on the street where you live? How Technology Works lifts the lid on the technology you use all the time but take for granted. It also takes you...

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Super fun crafts for kids

Super fun crafts for kids

"Inspire kids to put down their screens and get crafting with this family-friendly, photo-illustrated guide packed with projects and techniques. Adapted from Kids' Ultimate Craft Book from the Editors of Quarry Books, Super Fun Crafts for Kids gives you...

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Let's cook together

Let's cook together

"A first cookbook for little chefs-and their grown-ups-who love Sesame Street and making food. Empower children to make healthy choices as they learn to prepare 40 child-friendly recipes."--Publisher.

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Ultimate bug-opedia  by Darlyne Murawski

Ultimate bug-opedia

Darlyne Murawski

Reviewed by an expert in the field of entomology and featuring updated facts, figures and the latest information on even more incredible bugs, this second edition explores all the wild, wacky, cool and creepy insects and spiders that kids love.

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This day in history for kids  by Dan Bova

This day in history for kids

Dan Bova

"History comes alive in this beautifully illustrated book with bite-size facts (along with a touch of humor) that will engage and entertain young curious minds. Jam-packed with important events, inspiring accomplishments by remarkable people, and...

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Spidey and his amazing friends

Spidey and his amazing friends

"Dive into the world of Spidey and his amazing friends for an exciting search-and-find mission with all your favourite characters!"--Publisher.

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Proud to be deaf  by Ava Beese

Proud to be deaf

Ava Beese

"Ava is like any other 7-year-old. She likes to talk and laugh with her friends, is obsessed with dogs and loves being active. Ava is also deaf - and she's proud of it. She loves her deaf community, that she's bilingual, and that she experiences the world...

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East Asian folktales, myths & legends  by Eva Wong Nava

East Asian folktales, myths & legends

Eva Wong Nava

"Follow the journey of the twelve animals of the Chinese Zodiac, explore the history of major festivals and meet legendary figures -- such as the famous Hua Mulan -- in this beautiful collection of folktale retelling from China, Japan, Korea and beyond"--Back...

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Greeking out  by Kenny Curtis

Greeking out

Kenny Curtis

"A #1 kids and family podcast with many millions of downloads, National Geographic Kids Greeking Out retells classic Greek myths in a fresh and exciting way. The Greeking Out book brings you the same tongue-in-cheek tone and showcases some favorite tales from...

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The case of the golden pomegrante  by Hartigan Browne

The case of the golden pomegrante

Hartigan Browne

"Can you work out Cluedunnit? For mystery fans of all ages, Cluedle - The Case of the Golden Pomegranate is the perfect puzzle book for code-cracking families and skilful young super sleuths. Set sail on the high seas with world famous private investigator...

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Kylian Mbappé  by Ryan G. Van Cleave

Kylian Mbappé

Ryan G. Van Cleave

"At 7 years old, Kylian Mbappé scored his first goal. At 16 years old, made his professional soccer debut. At 19, he helped France win a World Cup. Every year after that brought more fame and success for Mbappé. Learn all about this unstoppable soccer...

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Jakarta, Indonesia  by John Lesley

Jakarta, Indonesia

John Lesley

"Starting with an early settlement dating from about 1600 years ago, Jakarta has grown to become a densely populated city and the capital of Indonesia. Jakarta has always been a centre for trade. The old capital, Batavia, was the main port city for the Dutch...

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A kids book about public speaking  by author TEDxPortland

A kids book about public speaking

author TEDxPortland

"This is a kid's book about public speaking. It helps the kid in your life confidently grow in their speaking and presenting skills, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving to excel in life's big and small conversations. With expert advice from TEDx...

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Elizabeth I  by Jonathan Melmoth

Elizabeth I

Jonathan Melmoth

"Delve into the past and explore the life of Elizabeth I and the hidden truth of Britain's last Tudor monarch."--Publisher.

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Marvel incredible records  by Melanie Scott

Marvel incredible records

Melanie Scott

"Did you know Quicksilver once sprinted halfway across the world in 92 seconds? Or that Titania can withstand temperatures hotter than lava? Discover the most mind-boggling records and stats about the heroes and villains of Marvel Comics!"--Publisher.

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The children's book of the future  by Lavie Tidhar

The children's book of the future

Lavie Tidhar

"Offering an inclusive and hopeful vision of the future for current and future generations, this narrative nonfiction book draws from current scientific research to explore such diverse visions as underwater cities, green technologies and sustainability, and...

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The big book of UK history  by Lisa Williams

The big book of UK history

Lisa Williams

"From the Jurassic coastline to the Jacobites and the Stone Age to social reform, learn all about iconic figures, incredible inventions, key events, hidden narratives and buried history in this illustrated chronology of UK history."--Publisher.

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Your sense-ational human body  by Emma (Children's author) Young

Your sense-ational human body

Emma (Children's author) Young

"Everything you thought you knew about your senses is wrong! How many senses do you have? I bet you said five. But you'd be wrong. You have thirty-two! This sense-ational human body book explores the thirty-two amazingly awesome, broccoli-hating, wee-sniffing...

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Antarctica  by Helen Scales

Antarctica

Helen Scales

"Join a team of scientists as they explore one of the most remote and fragile environments on Earth--Antarctica."--Back cover.

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Rainbows, unicorns & triangles

Rainbows, unicorns & triangles

"Throughout history, being different has often been dangerous, and people can't always be open about how they want to dress, what gender they are,and who they love ... Within these pages you'll learn about how LGBTQIA2S+ people have used signs and symbols...

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Who's who? Greek mythology  by Hannah Sheldon-Dean

Who's who? Greek mythology

Hannah Sheldon-Dean

"A kid-friendly guide that introduces the most significant figures of ancient Greek mythology, from the grand heights of Olympus to the dark depths of the Underworld."--Publisher.

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Literally  by Patrick Skipworth

Literally

Patrick Skipworth

"Did you know that English words come from all over the world and that their meanings have changed along their journey? Our word 'zero' comes from the Arabic word for empty space. 'Companion' is from the Latin for with bread. With simple descriptions and...

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The nutcracker

The nutcracker

Follow Clara on a magical adventure in this retelling of the classic ballet story. Watch the Nutcracker battle the Mouse King, meet the Sugar Plum Fairy and journey to the Land of Sweets, where wonder and excitement await... Press the note on every page to...

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Extreme planet  by Bear Grylls

Extreme planet

Bear Grylls

"Bear Grylls' Extreme Planet is a whirlwind tour of the globe, seeking out the highest, deepest, wildest, thinnest, coolest, hottest, scariest and smelliest things planet Earth has to offer! From the longest place name and the most dangerous road in the world,...

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Victorians  by Ann Kramer

Victorians

Ann Kramer

"A spectacular and engaging non-fiction Eyewitness guide to one of history's most fascinating periods, the Victorian era. What did the Victorians invent? Was this a peaceful era? How many children did Queen Victoria have? Find out in Eyewitness Victorians and...

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See inside famous buildings  by J. R. (J. Rob) Lloyd

See inside famous buildings

J. R. (J. Rob) Lloyd

"This book lets you discover and explore some of the world's most famous buildings. Looking at famous buildings from across the ages each illustration opens up to reveal the building's interior as well as fascinating facts such as how they were built and their...

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Lift-the-flap questions and answers about your body  by Katie Daynes

Lift-the-flap questions and answers about your body

Katie Daynes

"This quirkily illustrated book has lots of answers and will engross curious children. Find the answers to intriguing questions such as How do I smell things? What makes me burp? Why do I need to wash my hands? Why is blood red? and lots more. Friendly, simple...

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Being safe online  by Katie Peters

Being safe online

Katie Peters

"It's important that kids know how to be safe online. With easy-to-read text and engaging photographs, this book makes digital citizenship simple for young children to learn"--

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Around Antarctica  by Tania Medvedeva

Around Antarctica

Tania Medvedeva

"A beautifully designed, fact-filled fold-out book on Antarctica. John, an intrepid journalist, has long dreamt of visiting Antarctica - and finally his dream is coming true. He's off to Antarctica to be part of a scientific expedition. Join him on his journey...

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The art book for children  by Ferren Gipson

The art book for children

Ferren Gipson

"Invites the reader to take a closer look at works of art while pointing out tiny details hidden in famous works, providing information about a work or an artist, or explaining the techniques used to create the piece."--Publisher.

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Respect the insect  by Jules Howard

Respect the insect

Jules Howard

"Find out the real story about the bugs all around us. Creepy crawlies do so much for us! They make honey, eat waste, help make chocolate and more. And in this wacky book, these helpful critters are taking you on a grand tour of their homes! They just can't...

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Let me tell you a joke  by Sean Hegarty

Let me tell you a joke

Sean Hegarty

"Packed with 50 hilarious jokes by Sean Hegarty, and illustrated in colour by Jim Field, this riotously funny first joke book is perfect for budding comedians to read alone or share with friends. Includes advice from Sean on how to deliver the perfect...

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Stan Lee  by Ma Isabel (María Isabel) Sánchez Vegara

Stan Lee

Ma Isabel (María Isabel) Sánchez Ve...

'Be inspired by the amazing life of Stan Lee, the comic book genius who created Spider-Man, The Hulk and Iron Man! Little Stan grew up in New York City. As a child, he loved reading books, poems and newspaper strips. And when he didn't have his head in a book,...

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A kids book about bullying  by Elizabeth Tom

A kids book about bullying

Elizabeth Tom

"An honest exploration of the impacts of experiencing bullying and how to cope with it. Sometimes kids can be mean. Really mean. While sticks and stones might break some bones, words will always hurt more. This book explores the devastating impacts of bullying...

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A kids book about mindfulness  by Caverly Morgan

A kids book about mindfulness

Caverly Morgan

"This book doesn't just teach kids how to be present with their thoughts, it helps them learn that mindfulness can lead to understanding WHO they are and WHY that matters."--Publisher.

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Super fun kitchen science experiments for kids  by Liz Lee Heinecke

Super fun kitchen science experiments for kids

Liz Lee Heinecke

"The home kitchen can be the perfect setting to launch every young scientist's unquenchable thirst for discovery. The 52 labs in Super Fun Kitchen Science Experiments for Kids require no specialized equipment or dangerous chemicals. Instead they use materials...

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100 things to know about sport  by Alice (Editor) James

100 things to know about sport

Alice (Editor) James

"How do blind athletes tell between silver and gold medals? How did a Finnish architect accidentally invent skateboarding? Why do footballers wear logos on their kit? Find 100 quirky and surprising facts about sports, from the science of sports to amazing...

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What is AI?  by Neal Layton

What is AI?

Neal Layton

"Everyone is talking about artificial intelligence - and we all have LOTS of questions. What exactly is it? Why is it such a big deal? Are there any risks? And how is it going to transform our lives? Neal Layton is here to explain all there is to know about...

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I am an artist  by Doro Globus

I am an artist

Doro Globus

"Who are artists? Why do they make art? What materials do they use? Can I be an artist? [A] behind-the-scenes tour of artists' studios walks young readers through the many ways of being an artist. Along the way we meet street artists, ceramicists, woodworkers,...

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Laugh-out-loud jokes for kids  by Rob (Humorist) Elliott

Laugh-out-loud jokes for kids

Rob (Humorist) Elliott

"World you rather ride on the back of a T-Rex or fly on the back of a Pterodactyl? Choose your fun in this hilarious collection of would you rather jokes that are sure to keep the whole family laughing"--

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Disease  by Alex Woolf

Disease

Alex Woolf

"Disease has always been part of the human experience, from huge pandemics to illnesses increasingly associated with unhealthy lifestyles and the world's ageing population. Medical technology has improved so dramatically that the rates of some illnesses are...

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My first book of Korean words  by Henry J. Amen

My first book of Korean words

Henry J. Amen

"Rhyming text paired with letters of the English alphabet and illustrations invite the reader to learn some simple Korean words."--Publisher.

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Grammar & punctuation  by Lara Bryan

Grammar & punctuation

Lara Bryan

"This fun, engaging book is the perfect introduction to how English works. It's packed with tips and tricks for getting to grips with verbs, pronouns, commas, and more - all brought to life by Shaw Nielsen's bright, quirky illustrations."--Publisher.

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1000 animal words  by Jules Pottle

1000 animal words

Jules Pottle

"This fun and busy picture book helps children build up a vocabulary of more than 1000 words about the lives of animals around the world. Discover key concepts about wildlife and the natural world in this exciting animal picture book! Children can build their...

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You vs the world  by Bear Grylls

You vs the world

Bear Grylls

"You vs the world retells Bear Grylls' most extreme adventures in a kid-friendly way. He shares the life lessons he's learned along the way, and how the skills needed to survive in the wild can be used in everyday life. From finding confidence to bouncing back...

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No reading allowed  by Raj Haldar

No reading allowed

Raj Haldar

You can't believe everything you hear! Did you know that a single word can have many different meanings? Sometimes two words that sound alike can be spelled completely differently! Ptolemy the Pterodactyl is back to show us all how absurd and fun language can...

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Body atlas  by Steve Parker

Body atlas

Steve Parker

"Explores the diverse systems of the human body and their functions, the major organs, and how the different parts of the body work together. Reveal the inner workings of the human body with this illustrated atlas. An exciting visual guide that maps the entire...

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Forest  by Bear Grylls

Forest

Bear Grylls

"Get ready for an adventure with Bear Grylls. Explore the wild woodlands and discover how to build shelters, find food and water, and stay safe from dangerous plants and animals. Learn what equipment to pack, how to navigate the woods and how to deal with...

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Where's Eevee?

Where's Eevee?

"Find Eevee and friends in this ultimate search and find! Eevee is a special Pokemon as it can evolve into 8 different Pokemon! Find them all in every scene of this Pokemon search and find. Search from Kanto to Alola, Hoenn to Galar, for favourite Pokemon....

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I survived the destruction of Pompeii, AD 79  by Georgia Ball

I survived the destruction of Pompeii, AD 79

Georgia Ball

"No one in the bustling city of Pompeii worries when the ground trembles beneath their feet. The beast under the mountain Vesuvius, high above the city, wakes up angry sometimes--and always goes back to sleep. But Marcus is afraid. He knows something is...

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Secret Squid goes to space  by Barry Ablett

Secret Squid goes to space

Barry Ablett

"Join the Secret Squid as they journey through outer space. Find the hidden squid if you can; they are in various disguises. Spot different planets, spacecraft and out-of-this world technology as the squid journey from Earth to Mars and back again! It's a...

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Tea party recipes  by Sue Heazlewood

Tea party recipes

Sue Heazlewood

Sue Heazlewood's latest addition to the series, Tails of Tangleby Gardens ; the Tea party recipe book, focusing on 24 recipes, with photography, for children to learn to create.

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The Mandalorian  by Daniel Wallace

The Mandalorian

Daniel Wallace

"In the wake of the Empire's fall, Imperial leader Moff Gideon has a bounty out on the mysterious Force wielding Child. As a bounty hunter, it is your mission to track down and retrieve The Child from the galaxy's most notorious outlaws: the Mandalorian, Greef...

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Where's Spidey?  by Emma Drage

Where's Spidey?

Emma Drage

"Spidey is missing! New York City is under attack. A horde of villains is causing mayhem across the city, and there's only one person who can stop them - Spider-Man! But where is he? Search for Spidey among the crowds around NYC before the whole city falls to...

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My first search and find  by Alexei Martins

My first search and find

Alexei Martins

"Many cute characters fill the pages of this book, providing moments of pure fun! 15 objects to find, 1 special character, 7 very detailed locations: The Shopping Centre - The Museum - Sports - The School - The Restaurant - The Campsite - The Seaside"--Back...

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My first search and find  by Sara Gaiaudi

My first search and find

Sara Gaiaudi

"Many cute characters fill the pages of this book, providing moments of pure fun! 15 objects to find, 1 special character, 7 very detailed locations: The Farm - The Mountains - The Jungle - The Ocean - The Savannah - The Poles - At Home"--Back cover.

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Octonauts above & beyond

Octonauts above & beyond

"Under water and on land, the Octonauts have enlisted their intrepid friends from around the world as Octo-agents! Equipped with a new fleet of land-based Terra Gups - the Octonauts' work is as vital as ever. They explore far-flung environments, rescue animals...

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Where's Donald?

Where's Donald?

"Look for Donald, his family and his friends as they travel across the globe and beyond! In each location, you'll find Donald, Daisy, Huey, Dewey, Louie and Scrooge McDuck. When you're done, turn to the back to find lists of additional characters and objects...

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The Gruffalo and friends search and find  by Julia Donaldson

The Gruffalo and friends search and find

Julia Donaldson

"Join the Gruffalo and all your favourite picture book characters in this search-and-find activity book. With 17 super scenes to search and over 120 things to spot!"--Provided by publisher.

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Where's the Wookiee?  by Katrina Pallant

Where's the Wookiee?

Katrina Pallant

"Are you ready to join the hunt for the Wookiee warrior? Explore the Death Star, relive the battle of Endor and visit the island of Ahch-To in the search for Chewbacca and his friends."--Provided by publisher.

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Where's Wally? The great games speed search  by Martin Handford

Where's Wally? The great games speed search

Martin Handford

"The race is on! Take your position and challenge yourself or go head-to-head with an opponent to spot Wally, his friends and over a hundred more truly tricky things! Do you have what it takes to triumph as the ultimate Speed Search champion? Compete against...

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Where's the Wookiee?  by Katrina Pallant

Where's the Wookiee?

Katrina Pallant

"Chewbacca is back and on the loose across the galaxy, and this time he's brought some Wookie friends. Find the hairy hero and a host of favorite characters."--Provided by publisher.

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Going for gold  by Andy Seed

Going for gold

Andy Seed

"When ancient Greek friends Phoebe and Leon discover that a pentathlon athlete is cheating in the Olympic Games, they decide that they must stop him before it's too late. But there are a lot of puzzles to solve along the way, from a mysterious message...

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Supersquirrel and the crazy rain maker  by Russell Punter

Supersquirrel and the crazy rain maker

Russell Punter

"Solve the puzzles to help Supersquirrel save the world from disaster. When a top secret formula is stolen, it's a job for Supersquirrel. Using her amazing superpowers, she tracks down the culprit, the ruthless Dr Drizzle, who has a plan to make a fortune....

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Bird girl  by Jill Esbaum

Bird girl

Jill Esbaum

"Gene Stratton-Porter was a farm girl who fell in love with birds, from the chickens whose eggs she collected to the hawks that preyed on them. When she grew up, Gene wanted nothing more than to share her love of birds with the world. She wrote stories about...

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Miro  by Kelly Lynch

Miro

Kelly Lynch

"At the bottom of one thick tree trunk, wedged in the dirt, is a large rotting log. Inside the large rotting log, in a dark hole, lies a ball of feathers. Not a ball of just any old feathers, but a ball of soft, fine feathers belonging to a special bird. The...

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Farts, fumes and other gases  by Helen Greathead

Farts, fumes and other gases

Helen Greathead

A funny and fascinating look at states of matter and where things go - from fumes to burps - in the world around us! Explore the gases all around us and the journey they take from the oxygen you breathe and the gases in your home to how farts and burps form....

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Seketo'a the protector = Ko Seketo'a koe malu'i  by David Riley

Seketo'a the protector = Ko Seketo'a koe malu'i

David Riley

"Have you ever had a friend or sibling who was jealous of you and you don't know why? That's what happened to Seketo'a. How did he handle it?"--Back cover.

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Buzzz!  by Donovan Bixley

Buzzz!

Donovan Bixley

"Tiny bugs, tasty bugs, deadly bugs, glowing bugs and New Zealand's giant growing bugs! Find out what makes the flora and fauna of Aotearoa so unique in this charming series by award-winning author and illustrator Donovan Bixley." --Back cover.

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The animal body book  by Jess French

The animal body book

Jess French

"Animals come in all shapes and sizes, and they are just as different on the inside as they are on the outside. Join children's author and vet Dr Jess French and explore how animal bodies work, and the amazing things they can do ... explore more than 40 animal...

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Save the tigers  by Ruth A. Musgrave

Save the tigers

Ruth A. Musgrave

"Use your reading superpowers to learn all about tigers, including how to help protect these beautiful big cats. Save the Tigers is a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Find out where they live, how they use...

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French

French

Get talking with this fun and accessible guide to French, perfect for any young learner. Topics include greetings, describing your family, discussing school, hobbies, pets, favourite foods, asking for directions and much more. With a simple introduction to the...

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How to teach grown-ups about climate change  by Patricia Daniels

How to teach grown-ups about climate change

Patricia Daniels

"Never has there been a more perfect time to empower children to take the lead and educate their grown-ups about climate change. Featuring a foreword by internationally renowned climate scientist Dr Michael E. Mann and bursting with fabulous original...

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Rebel Girls dads and daughters

Rebel Girls dads and daughters

"In this collection, you'll meet 25 amazing father-daughter pairs. Dive into their worlds and learn about how they built businesses, trained horses, made music, advocated for others, and dreamed big dreams--together. Climb the cloud-skimming mountain the Grand...

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Endangered animals  by Martin Jenkins

Endangered animals

Martin Jenkins

From the mighty Asian elephant to the tiny rosalia longicorn beetle, creatures all over the world are under threat like never before in human history. In this timely book, conservation biologist and award-winning author Martin Jenkins introduces just a few of...

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Hidden figures  by Margot Lee Shetterly

Hidden figures

Margot Lee Shetterly

Before John Glenn orbited the Earth or Neil Armstrong walked on the moon, a group of professionals worked as "Human Computers," calculating the flight paths that would enable these historic achievements. Among these were a coterie of bright, talented...

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Taylor Swift  by Ma Isabel (María Isabel) Sánchez Vegara

Taylor Swift

Ma Isabel (María Isabel) Sánchez Ve...

"Little Taylor grew up on her family's Christmas tree farm in Pennsylvania, USA. Then, at age six, she went to her first concert - she saw LeAnn Rimes, the country musician. At that moment, Taylor fell in love with country music! Some of the kids at school...

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The ultimate ocean encyclopedia  by Jon Richards

The ultimate ocean encyclopedia

Jon Richards

"Discover the Earth's seas and oceans in this fantastic encyclopedia. Inside, you'll find out how our oceans were formed, the different habitats they support, and the vast array of ocean life they sustain. You'll even discover how we can protect them for...

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Kid-ventors  by Kailei Pew

Kid-ventors

Kailei Pew

"From Popsicles and swim fins to robots and glitter shooting prosthetics, this middle grade nonfiction debut is full of fun and inspiring stories about real kid inventors and some of their most amazing inventions"--

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What can I say?  by Catherine Newman

What can I say?

Catherine Newman

"Provides supportive guidance and instruction to help kids establish or and maintain meaningful relationships and effective communication with friends, teachers, family members, and others in their communities"--

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So you want to be a game master  by Justin (Game designer) Alexander

So you want to be a game master

Justin (Game designer) Alexander

"This guide explains how to build fun and challenging dungeons, encounters, and characters for games such as Dungeons and Dragons, Pathfinder and more" --

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Eyewitness encyclopedia of everything

Eyewitness encyclopedia of everything

"Become an eyewitness to the world's most incredible nature, science, and historical events, all in one tremendous picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of everything ... The world's greatest record-breakers, most amazing animals,...

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Explanatorium of science

Explanatorium of science

"Shows and explains how chemistry, physics, and biology work! Watch as mixtures merge and matter changes state. Discover how some chemical changes can be reversed, yet others can't, and why some reactions produce a bang! See bacteria at work in the world...

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Football rules the world  by Simon Mugford

Football rules the world

Simon Mugford

"Discover how football became the most popular game it is today, boasting a mind-blowing 3.5 billion fans worldwide! The daring duo of Dan and Simon will usher you through the story of football - the highlights of course! You'll meet the legendary players and...

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My very important human body encyclopedia  by Bipasha Choudhury

My very important human body encyclopedia

Bipasha Choudhury

"From the top of your head to the tips of your toes, get ready to discover all the ins and outs of the human body. Follow your food on a journey through the body. Discover what's going on when you cough and sneeze. Learn about incredible, life-changing medical...

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Chess for children  by Sabrina Chevannes

Chess for children

Sabrina Chevannes

This cute, character-based book, aimed at children aged 7 and up, is a complete guide to chess for those starting out in the game. In straightforward, animated language, Jess and Jamie - two rough-and-tumble kids who are obsessed with chess - explain...

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Extraordinary dinosaurs and other prehistoric life  by Andrea Mills

Extraordinary dinosaurs and other prehistoric life

Andrea Mills

Dinosaur reconstructions and the latest fossil finds bring back to life the bone-crunching teeth of the Tyrannosaurus rex, the astonishingly large body of the Argentinosaurus, and the plane-sized wings of the soaring Hatzegopteryx. Page-by-page "top trump"...

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Exploring Tatooine  by Riley Silverman

Exploring Tatooine

Riley Silverman

"Experience Tatooine like you've never seen it before! Playfully illustrated by the acclaimed artists of Studio MUTI, Star Wars: Exploring Tatooine is an in-depth, all-new tour of the Skywalker homeworld."--

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Our world in pictures  by Kim Bryan

Our world in pictures

Kim Bryan

"This comprehensive children's encyclopedia is a treasure trove of facts, showing you the world one object at a time. From animals to the internet, and from pandemics to global warming, this children's encyclopedia is packed with everything you need to know....

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More laugh-out-loud jokes for kids  by Rob (Humorist) Elliott

More laugh-out-loud jokes for kids

Rob (Humorist) Elliott

"A collection of one-liners, knock-knock jokes, and tongue twisters."--Publisher.

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I can save the earth!  by Alison Inches

I can save the earth!

Alison Inches

"Max is a little monster who likes to litter and never, ever recycles. Then the electricity goes out and he sees how exciting and beautiful the Earth is-- and that it will need his help to stay that way"--Publisher.

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