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A colourful lift-the-flap board book to help children learn their fractions and decimals.
An incredible lift-the-flap look at a world invisible to human eyes This book peers through the microscope to reveal TINY unimaginable wonders. Discover bizarre minibeasts and peculiar plants, meet the millions of microbes that live around and inside you, and marvel at miniature technology. The perfect introduction to a fascinating area of science.
The story of the Roman Empire, from the myth of Romulus and Remus to the foundations of the vast Empire and the Emperors who ruled it and its eventual collapse, retold as a story for children growing in reading confidence. Usborne Young Reading has been developed with reading experts from Roehampton University.
Just what goes on behind the screen, beneath the keyboard and inside the electronic 'brain' of a computer? This colourful book has 70 flaps to lift to uncover what happens when a computer is switched on, how coding works and the story of the first computers. A fun and informative introduction to a key UK curriculum topic.
Engaging flap challenges introduce addition and subtraction through vibrant illustrations, making learning interactive and fun. The book features puzzles and helpful math tips, culminating in a 'maths monsters' board game for additional practice, enhancing the educational experience.
"Lift the flaps to reveal what goes on inside a computer -- from the parts that make up the machine itself to the code that tells it what to do, all explained in a simple, straightforward way."--Back cover.
A charmingly illustrated book of ballet stories, specially selected and retold for younger children. Contains five classic ballet stories: The Nutcracker, Coppelia, Swan Lake, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella.
Blast off to explore our Solar System - from the fearsome heat of the Sun to the freezing distant planets, plus moons, asteroids and more. Discover how humans are planning to visit Mars, what you would weigh on Jupiter and what makes Venus so deadly.
Discover five charming horse and pony stories from around the world - from a little pony who wants to be all grown up, to three wild horses who outwit a hungry wolf. Traditional stories, retold especially for young children. Beautiful watercolour illustrations by Sophie Allsopp. Perfect for horse and pony lovers.
Everyone at the Emperor's court is enchanted by the song of the nightingale; but one day the Emperor receives a glittering mechanical nightingale and the real bird is forgotten. Then he Emperor falls ill, and it seems that nothing can save him... The Usborne English Readers series is a new range of graded readers in simplified English for younger learners. They include activities glossaries and a full audio recording of the text in both British English and American English.
This brilliant flap book offers a fascinating peek into the world of art with lots of famous paintings, prints and sculptures to investigate. Lifting the flaps reveals how each work of art was made and explores the interesting details and hidden meanings behind the symbolism used by the artists.
A fully illustrated collection of classic fairy tales, that includes Cinderella, Sleeping Beauty, Rapunzel, and more traditional tales from around world.
Essential mathematics learning made fun This bright, write-in activity book will make learning the 2 to 12 times tables a pleasure, with doodling, dot-to-dots, mazes and more. Activities are arranged by table, with helpful tips and quizzes to test yourself at the end of each section - and you'll find all the answers at the back of the book.
Exploring the fascinating processes of the human body, this lift-the-flap book provides engaging insights into breathing, eating, thinking, and growing. With vibrant illustrations by Ocean Mecklenburg, it invites young readers to discover the wonders of their own biology in an interactive and educational way.
Focused on introducing Scratch coding, this beginner's guide provides step-by-step instructions for children to create games and animations. It includes Scratch menu guides, a glossary, and links to additional resources for free downloads and tips. Tailored for primary school students in the UK, it aligns with the National Curriculum, making it an ideal resource for young learners to develop their coding skills.
Create your own masterpieces as you discover famous works of art Fun, educational and easy, this latest addition to the best-selling series features 16 fabulous paintings by Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet and more. Just brush water over the black-and-white outlines to make each picture burst magically into colour. Published with London's world-famous National Gallery.
Chang paints the best animal pictures in all of China. But when it comes to dragons, he has a problem. Why is he afraid to paint in the dragons' eyes? Find out, in this lively retelling of a traditional Chinese story.
Five famous Greek myths, specially selected and retold for younger children. Meet foolish King Midas, the wise goddess Athena and the musician Arion, find out what was inside Pandora's box and discover how the hero Heracles cleaned some VERY smelly stables. Each story is the perfect length for bedtime, or any quiet time.
Retells the life and career of William Shakespeare, from his early years in Stratford to his success as a playwright in London, becoming one of the most beloved writers in England in his time.
Now available in paperback, this book gives an informative and in-depth look at the great themes, techniques, movements and artists from ancient and medieval art up to the present day. Full-colour photographs, illustrations and clear, concise text make this a very readable introduction to the history of art. Includes over 160 of the world's greatest works of art plus internet links to online galleries to view thousands more works of art. Published in association with The National Gallery, London.
This lavish picture book introduces 32 of the world's best-known, best-loved works of art - including masterpieces by Leonardo da Vinci, Claude Monet and Georgia O'Keeffe. Engaging, jargon-free writing, lively anecdotes and cartoons bring key moments from art history vividly to life.
The Greek myths have inspired some of the most famous artwork ever created. This art sticker book uses amazing paintings and sculptures to introduce the characters and stories of Greek mythology. Gods & heroes, the monsters they battled and the magical world they lived in are all explored with the help of images by artists from throughout history.
A collection of 25 adventures, myths, fables and fairytales.
This title provides a treasury of stories guaranteed to delight and entertain young children. It includes ten classic fairytales from the collection of the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen, among others.
Offers an introduction to art, illustrated with works by famous artists from around the world. Of interest to young children, this title provides many art stickers and things to do with them - fill the picture frames, explore close-up details, or use the specially provided sticker shapes to create your very own masterpieces.
Children will be amazed and enthralled as they seek out over 90 different sites and objects on this fabulous tour of Britain's historic capital city.
Providing snippets of history, entertaining anecdotes and information on London's most famous attractions, including the Millennium Dome, and the London Eye, this book with Internet links aims to add interest to visits to the capital.
An insightful look at art from around the world. Read about each work of art and the artist who created it, then try out a project inspired by it.
,*Explore the pictures, find fascinating details or follow the simple suggestions to try some of the artists methods yourself
A comprehensive guide to horses and ponies covers how to care for them, the competitions they can participate in, and how they are portrayed in literature and motion pictures, and includes six short stories based on myths about horses.
A simplified version of William Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night'. With notes on: Shakespeare and the Globe Theatre Appearance in Twelfth Night
This collection features eight forgotten fairy tales that highlight courageous and clever female protagonists. These stories showcase girls who outsmart giants, battle evil forces, and even awaken sleeping princes, all while promoting themes of empowerment and resilience. Beautiful illustrations accompany each tale, making it a captivating read for a new generation.
A delightful illustrated book of animal stories from around the world, specially selected and retold for younger children. Contains five classic stories: The Fox and the Tiger, Chicken Licken, How the Zebra Got His Stripes, The Greedy Dog, The Brave Little Hare.
Beautifully illustrated myths featuring brave, bold and empowering heroines. Brave and Brilliant Girls from the Greek Myths celebrates heroines from Circe to Psyche, from Athena to Artemis, re-telling their stories to inspire and empower a new generation of readers. Watch as Penelope cunningly outwits her suitors and discover how Artemis defeats two giants. See Circe perform powerful magic and follow Demeter on her brave search for her missing daughter. Beautifully illustrated with lively retellings which bring these much-loved myths to life.
Brand New beautiful Hardcover book... Perfect for sharing at bedtime, this beautifully illustrated collection of classic fairy tales will fill little one’s dreams with fairies, talking cats, helpful elves and happy ever afters... Featuring a whole host of popular fairy tales including Cinderella, Puss in Boots and Aladdin, all specially written for reading aloud together. In luxurious binding with a ribbon marker, this book is a pleasure to hold, read and keep - a wonderful gift to be treasured. Check out our other Books, Toys and items here on Amazon.
Packed with fabulous art from around the world, plus arty things to make and do inspired by some of the artists’ methods and ideas.
The classic story by L. Frank Baum, retold for children growing in reading confidence and ability. When Dorothy is whizzed to Oz in a tornado, she lands in a place where nothing is quite as it seems. Can she find the Wizard, defeat the Wicked Witch of the West, and be granted her wish to return to Kansas?
Part of the First Reading series, aimed at children who are beginning to read, this title allows children to build their burgeoning reading skills and is accompanied by illustrations.
Deals with William Shakespeare's tragic play about The Moor of Venice. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme, this title is fully illustrated and retold for younger readers. It is written for fully confident readers who still need to gain the stamina needed for standard length books.
Illustrated in full colour throughout, this collection of stories will appeal to all young readers who are horse and pony lovers.
Find out all about atoms, what they are and where they come from - and how these tiny particles combine to make up EVERYTHING in the universe (including you). Packed with intriguing facts, this is an entertaining and accessible introduction to key scientific ideas.
If you'd love to meet a unicorn, dive into these magical tales. Discover the unicorn who makes friends with a kitchen maid, the unicorn who outwits a greedy hunter and the unicorn who simply loves strawberries.
This text looks at the main groups of species of bugs, the most numerous and diverse animals on the planet. Readers can discover how bugs live, grow and reproduce, and see why we couldn't live without them. It is packed with bug facts and records, including the deadliest bugs on Earth.
"Uno spettro si aggira per l'immaginario collettivo, e questo spettro si chiama Frankenstein. Mary Shelley ha indubbiamente creato un capolavoro, ma anche una sorta di icona pop, divenuta proverbiale e versatile, tale da essere evocata nelle situazioni più impensate. [...] Da un lato Frankenstein suscita interesse come ipotesi sulla possibilità di un mortale di sostituirsi a Dio, o alla Natura, mentre dall'altro riporta alla luce ogni sentimento di orrore e di repulsione radicato nei più profondi recessi dell'animo umano. Sotto questo punto di vista, l'impatto dell'opera sul lettore è duplice, stimolandone allo stesso modo l'interesse così come le più cupe emozioni; il ritmo serrato dell'inseguimento assieme ai crimini perpetrati dal mostro contribuiscono ulteriormente a tenere alta la tensione, mentre il pericolo della cosiddetta "hideous progeny" - a cui la creatura potrebbe dare origine se dotata di una compagna della stessa specie - provoca le stesse paure generate dal dilagare di una pestilenza". (Dall'introduzione di Giorgio Borroni)
'The Young Reading series' is developed with reading expert Alison Kelly from Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability.
Molly and her sisters meet a wicked giant who wants to eat them. Molly's quick thinking saves them... but to defeat the giant forever, Molly will have to return and steal three magical treasures. Based on an old Scottish tale, sometimes known as Molly Whuppie.
Shen doesn't like to share anything - especially not his yummy pears. Can a hungry beggar teach him a little kindness? The Chinese folktale retold for beginner readers developing reading stamina through simple, repetitive text. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.
Featuring the delightful illustrations of Rocio Martinez. Part of a collectable series of paperback picture books featuring stories from around the world. Crow has a lovely piece of cheese and wouldn't dream of giving it away to sly Fox. But Crow can't resist Fox's flattery -- when Fox asks her to sing her beautiful song for him, Crow loses the cheese but learns a valauble lesson. A lively, picture book retelling of Aesop's fable about not always believing the nice things people say.
The King has a magic millstone, which can make anything he asks for. He keeps the millstone well hidden, but a clever thief tricks a guard into telling him where to find it.
This guide covers the world of riding and should appeal to riders of all ages and levels of ability as well as those who simply love horses. Live action photography and helpful illustrations are combined with straightforward text.
Lee is too lazy to grow any food, so he gets very hungry. Then he plants a magic melon - but things don't go as planned
Presents the life and accomplishments of the famous Renaissance artist, scientist, engineer, and inventor.
A charming picture book with striking illustrations. Perfect length to read before bedtime, or for children to read themselves. This much-loved tale is one of Kipling's Just So stories also featured in the Usborne Reading Programme, ISBN: 9781409596783.
This title is aimed at children beginning to read. The story tells how a poor fisherman goes fishing but catches an old bottle instead of a fish. When he opens the bottle, he accidentally releases a big, bad genie.
Step-by-step instructions show how to create portraits, caricatures and cartoons, using pencils, pens, pastels and paints. There are also lots of different techniques to try, from drawing faces on a computer to paper collage and printing. Suggested level: primary, intermediate, junior secondary.
A lively retelling of a classic tale about a naughty crab. Based on the famous 'Just So' story by Rudyard Kipling.
Meet Monkey -king of the monkeys and the cleverest, naughtiest animal in China. He won't obey anyone, not even the Emperor of Heaven. But when Monkey steals a crop of magic peaches, he finally goes too far...
Explore a captivating art experience featuring 12 renowned paintings by artists like Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh. This engaging activity combines a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle with an informative book that provides insights into each artwork and artist, along with online resources for further exploration. Packaged in an elegant gift box, it offers a delightful family activity while fostering an appreciation for art, in collaboration with The National Gallery, London. The completed puzzle measures 40 x 59 cm.
Featuring magical unicorns, this scratch art activity book invites creativity through revealing hidden details and creating unique designs. Each scratch art page is paired with a coloring and puzzle page, providing a relaxing and enjoyable experience. The included wooden scraper tool enhances the ease of use, ensuring satisfying results for all ages.
Featuring five enchanting stories inspired by global folklore, this collection invites young readers into whimsical adventures. From monkeys on a mission to save the Moon to a sea turtle who brings the first night, each tale is filled with gentle humor and magical elements. Accompanied by engaging illustrations, these bedtime stories are designed to captivate children's imaginations. Additionally, free online readings enhance the experience, making it perfect for quiet moments or bedtime rituals.
Engaging with a variety of underwater creatures, this scratch art activity book invites creativity through scratching off patches to uncover hidden details. Users can create their own designs with lines and patterns while enjoying complementary aquarium-themed coloring pages and puzzles. The activity promises a relaxing experience with satisfying results, and it comes with a wooden scraper tool for ease of use.
Delve into the fascinating realm of atoms and molecules, the essential components of all matter, in this engaging book paired with a 300-piece jigsaw puzzle. Discover the nature, origins, and behavior of these building blocks, along with insights into the Periodic Table. The experience is enhanced with links to interactive activities and videos on curated websites. The completed jigsaw measures 59cm x 40cm, making it a fun and educational challenge.
Explains the development of modern art in a simple, straightforward way, with over 100 illustrations of major art works. Covers all the key movements in modern art, from the avant-garde of the 19th century to the sometimes perplexing contemporary art of the 21st century. With a timeline of art movements, short biographies of major artists, a glossary of art terms plus internet links taking readers to the best online resources.
Fun puzzles and activities teach all about telling the time. Children can become top at telling the time with this fun-filled book, crammed with puzzles and activities, including a practice clock to cut out and make. Find out about hours, minutes and seconds, calendars and timetables, AM and PM, then check what you've learned with quick quizzes. All the answers are at the back of the book.
Fingerprint fun inspired by famous paintings Bursting with easy fingerprinting ideas, this fun activity book comes with its own inkpad of seven bright colours. Inspired by famous paintings, you can decorate hats, fill vases with sunflowers, dot markings on tigers and dragons, and even create your own art show. Simple text introduces each activity, and you can see all the original paintings at the back of the book. A spiral binding means pages lie flat for easy printing.
An entertaining way to discover some of the world's greatest paintings Features a fantastic selection of famous paintings plus fun, write-in puzzles. Each painting is reproduced in full colour, along with quirky facts and details to spot, and followed by a page of puzzles. These include mazes, matching, colour by numbers, spot the difference, codes, patterns, logic puzzles and more - all you need to get started is a pencil. Published in association with London's National Gallery.
This miniature edition contains up-to-date information on what to see and do in London. It includes snippets of history and entertaining anecdotes to help bring London's colourful past to life. Internet links are also provided.
A bumper collection of fun puzzles and activities to help key maths skills. Includes: adding and subtracting, times tables and fractions and decimals. Illustrations:Full colour throughout
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