From dinosaurs and Vikings to the history of robots and espionage, discover incredible world history in this lavish collection of timelines.Jam-packed with surprising facts and amazing details, such as the most bloodthirsty pirate of all time and the first crime to be solved by studying fingerprints, Timelines of Everything will take you on a whirlwind journey through an illustrated history of time, from the Big Bang to the modern world.More than 120 timelines will provide children with all the general knowledge they need - and even some surprising trivia they don't! Must-know topics and alternative history are showcased with beautiful, detailed illustrations and straightforward, easy-to-read text. With timelines on a diverse range of subjects, Timelines of Everything is the ultimate guide to history for kids.This educational book for children aged 9-12 features: - The entirety of prehistory and history, from the creation of the universe to the modern day.- A chronological structure, with six chapters covering Prehistory, the Ancient World, the Medieval World, the Age of Exploration, the Age of Revolution, and the Modern World.- Big, bright, bold timelines bring history to life and entice children to dive in and discover the past.- More than 130 separate timelines on a diverse range of subjects.- Pages on events and eras are scattered between pages on themes, such as medicine, dance, and trains.The first edition of Timelines of Everything has sold more than 280,000 copies worldwide since its publication in 2018. Now the book has been fully updated, with new information and images to cover recent events, all checked by experts, to ensure it continues to be an essential reference for kids.Whether you want to know key breakthroughs that set the Industrial Revolution in motion or defining moments in the history of fashion, you'll find it all here!Explore the series!If you like Timelines of Everything, why not check out other our exciting titles in the Timelines series? Explore the unique collection of visual timelines which bring big topics to life. Discover leaders, legends and legacies in Timelines of Black History, uncover the natural world with Timelines of Nature and explore key milestones and breakthroughs with Timelines of Science. Read more

Journey back in time and marvel at the history of our world like never before with this children's encyclopedia perfect for curious kids. Forming part of a fantastic series of kid's educational books, this bold and brilliant kid's encyclopedia uses ground-breaking CGI imagery to reveal the world as you've never seen it before. Informative, diverse in subject matter, easy-to-read and brimming with beautiful graphics, young learners can explore the incredibly detailed cross-sections and cutaways that reveal the inner workings of just about everything! This charming children's encyclopedia opens the world in new ways, with: -Packed with facts, charts, timelines, and infographics that cover a vast range of topics. -Encompassing a visual approach with illustrations, photographs and extremely detailed 3D CGI images.-Crystal clear text distills the key information.-DK's encyclopedias are fact-checked by subject experts to offer accuracy beyond online sources of information.This fully-updated edition of Knowledge Encyclopedia History! is the perfect encyclopedia for children aged 9-12, ideal for inquisitive minds, bringing key moments in history to life, from exploring the lives of early humans to visiting the Vikings, learning about The Industrial Revolution, and looking towards a greener future! Jam-packed with fun facts about the world, including fascinating statistics, maps, timelines, graphics, and superb photorealistic cross-sections, young history lovers can peer inside ancient buildings, marvel at elaborate outfits, and get close to the battles of history!Explore, Discover And Learn!DK's Knowledge Encyclopedia History! uncovers the marvels of our world in unprecedented detail and with stunning realism. Encompassing engaging historical facts about our world, you can spend quality time diving into the past with your children, accompanied by impressive visuals to engage their senses. A must-have volume for curious kids with a thirst for knowledge, this enthrallingc children's encyclopedia is structured in such a way that your child can read a bit at a time, and feel comfortable to pause and ask questions. Doubling up as the perfect gift for young readers, who are always asking questions about our planet! At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. This thrilling kid's encyclopedia is part of the Knowledge Encyclopedia educational series. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they complete the collection and discover diverse facts about the world around them. Dive into the deep blue with Knowledge Encyclopedia Ocean! Travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth with Knowledge Encyclopedia Dinosaur! And hone your knowledge on how the human body works with Knowledge Encyclopedia Human Body! Whatever topic takes their fancy, there's an encyclopedia for everyone! Read more

Get ready to laugh-out-loud and learn-oh-so-much. With over 740 excuses and cartoons inside, this book is essential reading for kids.This compendium of knowledge contains the following first twelve books in the 49 Series:★ BOOK ONE - 49 Excuses for Not Tidying Your Bedroom★ BOOK TWO - 49 Ways to Steal the Cookie Jar★ BOOK THREE - 49 Excuses for Not Doing Your Homework★ BOOK FOUR - 49 Questions to Annoy Your Parents★ BOOK FIVE - 49 Excuses for Getting Out of Gym Class★ BOOK SIX - 49 Excuses for Staying Up Past Your Bedtime★ BOOK SEVEN - 49 Excuses for Being Really Late★ BOOK EIGHT - 49 Excuses for Not Eating Your Vegetables★ BOOK NINE - 49 Excuses for Not Doing Your Chores★ BOOK TEN - 49 Excuses for Getting the Most Out of Christmas★ BOOK ELEVEN - 49 Excuses for Extending Your Summer Holiday★ BOOK TWELVE - 49 Excuses for Bagging More Candy at HalloweenAnd that's not all. The Excuse Encyclopedia also features another 154 BONUS excuses making this 790-page book the most extensive collection of silliness ever produced.It's the perfect gift for cheeky children and adventurous adults.From the Back Cover:"I can't tidy my bedroom . . . Why? Because if I move from this spot the world will end! So, I'm going to need you to get me a can of coke with a big straw and angle the TV towards me. The entire population of the world thanks you."Over 750 laugh-out-loud excuses inside.Tidying your bedroom. Eating your vegetables. Doing your homework. Staying up past your bedtime. Doing your chores. The Excuse Encyclopedia has them all covered. Get ready to be masterfully enlightened and highly amused.This playfully illustrated, 822-page compendium of knowledge is a must-have addition to every kid's bookshelf!About the Author:James Warwood is definitely not a killer robot sent by Martians to destroy the human race, he hopes.He lives on the Welsh Border with his wife, son and carnivorous plant. When he’s not stagnating in his nine to five job, James writes and illustrates children’s books. He hopes that you approve of this. (If not please feel free to use this book as a reasonably priced doorstop).You can say hello over at www.cjwarwood.com where you'll discover even more excuses, free stuff and new releases. Read more

The perfect book for young curious minds who love to ask WEIRD and WONDERFUL questions.'My children absolutely love this book! As do I. It takes you and your child on a journey through the bizarre. Brilliantly crafted with lots of humour. I loved the illustrations too. I whole heartedly recommend it.' Online reviewerDid dinosaurs beat us to the moon? Is the Loch Ness Monster real?Can imaginary friends come to life?Should we all be learning to speak cat?Want to impress your friends and family with some BANANAS but TRUE facts? Then discover the world of impossible things with fact detective Dan Schreiber. This book will give you the answers to all of your big questions, no matter how silly! From discovering if monsters are real to seeking out haunted sausage rolls, exploring the world's strangest curses to finding the truth about time travel, this book has everything!With hilarious illustrations and comic strips in every chapter, you won't want to put this book down! Read more

One-one was a racehorse. Two-two was one too. One-one won one race. Two-two won one too. How much wood would a groundhog chuck if a groundhog could chuck wood? The instinct of an extinct insect stinks!Belly Laugh Totally Terrific Tongue Twisters for Kids is full of hilarious tongue-twisting fun! From snappy one-liners to hilarious stories and jokes, this collection is complemented by sidesplitting line drawings and an uproarious tongue-tied babbling sound-effect button. Perfect for rainy spring days, long car rides to visit relatives, and get-togethers with friends, this book is sure to bring silly laughter and comical wordplay fun into your home. Read more

Open the pages of this book and you'll soon be speaking Spanish! Colorful illustrations and simple labels make learning Spanish fun. From the basics to cool phrases, this book will give you lots to talk about! Read more

Open the pages of this book and you'll soon be speaking French! Colorful illustrations and simple labels make learning French fun. From the basics to cool phrases, this book will give you lots to talk about! Read more

This comprehensive visual encyclopedia explores World War II in fascinating detail and explains why this global event must never be forgotten.World War II: Visual Encyclopedia shows children the causes, battles, people, and aftermath, while cutting-edge CGI technology brings infamous events back to life. Learn about weaponry, tanks, ships, aircraft, campaigns, and military strategies. Read firsthand accounts of major campaigns and battles throughout the war. Uncover hundreds of biographies of wartime leaders and brave soldiers who served on the battlefields. Find out how technological advances influenced the final outcome. Key information is available at a glance, alongside data boxes, facts and stats, and inspiring quotations. From the fastest fighter plane to the longest battle, you'll discover everything you ever wanted to know, and much, much more.Whether you're a history buff or simply want help on a school project, this standout reference covers every aspect of World War II and the important part it has played in world history. Read more

If you have a child who is preparing for their 11+ or SATS exams and you are concerned about the breadth of their vocabulary, then this is the book for you!Packed with over 750 challenging, 11+ level words Vocab Booster 1 is the perfect companion for any child preparing for 11+ or SATS exams in the UK. These specially selected words have been carefully grouped into 52 lists, allowing children to work through a manageable number of words in a well-organised, weekly system.Each word is accompanied by a child-friendly definition, an example of that word in context, two synonyms, and one antonym allowing each word to be understood thoroughly. In addition to this each word list is accompanied by a set of verbal reasoning style questions to further consolidate your child's understanding.SLC Tuition & Publishing have developed Vocab Booster based on their years of experience preparing UK children for 11+ and SATS exams. The word lists contained in this book have been selected based on our intricate knowledge of 11+ and SATS process and the general level required to pass 11+ and SATS exams in the UK.Whilst we cannot guarantee that your child will pass their 11+ or SATS exam as a result of you purchasing this book we are confident that it will make expanding their vocabulary easier and more enjoyable! Read more

From birds to fish to polar mammals, there are so many polar animals to learn about. Show Me Polar Animals has more than 100 facts and definitions about animals in the coldest places on Earth. Read more

Black Beauty is a classic British novel written over 100 years ago by one of our most loved writers, Anna Sewell.The story is told through the eyes of Black Beauty, a spirited thoroughbred horse who, after experiencing a privileged and peaceful start to life, finds himself cast by fate into a series of dreadful situations which test both his physical and mental strength. Following years of hardship, Black Beauty finally finds his happy ending and returns to the sort of life all animals deserve.Originally written in 1877, Black Beauty has now been updated by SLC Tuition & Publishing to suit a modern audience. This version is specifically aimed at 11+ and KS2 students and contains a vocabulary guide with over 500 word definitions along with their synonyms and antonyms. In addition, the book contains 245 multiple-choice comprehension questions to check your child’s understanding of the text. At the back of the book, you will find fully explained answers to these questions too!If you are looking for an exciting and touching story, which will delight any animal lover whilst teaching vocabulary and comprehension skills, look no further! Black Beauty by SLC Tuition & Publishing covers all of these within a beautiful version of a classic tale. Suitable for 11+, CEM, GL, ISEB, and KS2 students. Read more

A fun dictionary for curious scientists!This handy visual dictionary covers the key topics in the core National Curriculum subjects of biology, chemistry and physics.The A-Z of Science brings the unique and popular Basher illustrative approach of capturing key scientific concepts as quirky but memorable characters, combined with the informative, humorous and accessible text of science author Tom Jackson. This handy guide will be a sure-fire hit with school students learning these core subjects for the first time, as well as a useful reference guide and reminder for older secondary school and university and college students looking for a revision guide.Perfect for both home and school, the entries are organized alphabetically, and cover all the topics you would expect to find in a core science book, from acids and atoms to X-rays and zygotes. Break-out feature spreads cover more complex, high-interest topics such as Forces, Great Scientists, Organs and Planets. Read more

Packed with striking photography, this compact Countries of the World guide explores over 200 countries and territories from around the world.Explore the planet and journey across the world to discover what makes it special in this fact-filled Pocket Eyewitness book for children aged 9-12.This country guide is divided into continental chapters, featuring each nation's geography, climate and economics, supplemented by stats and data. Children will learn the national flags, official names, capital cities, populations, total area, population density, languages, literacy rate, type of government, and currency, all meticulously researched from the latest sources.This condensed children’s Countries of the World guide offers: - A pocket-sized but detailed guide, fitting all the important information into one small package.- Up to 200 country profiles, each featuring a map, flag and keynote statistics.- Easy-to-navigate chapters presented in geographical order, making it easy to explore the world.Which is the biggest country in the world? Which one has the most people? Which one has three capital cities? Children can find the answers to these questions and more in the pages of this illustrated reference guide to all the countries of the world.Suitable for all children interested in geography, this guide presents lots of useful information and facts about the world we live in. Each country entry has a full colour map showing terrain, major places, and geographical features. There is also a fascinating 'insight' fact for each country revealing interesting details that make places so unique. Read more

Meet the tiny-but-tough tardigrade and the awe-inspiring blue whale in this illustrated introduction to invertebrates, fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Learn everything about more than 275 species, specially selected by natural historian Jules Howard and brought to life by the detailed artwork of Jarom Vogel. With fact panels breaking down each animal’s most unique traits, as well as its habitat, size, and diet, every page in Encyclopedia of Animals is sure to introduce young readers to their new favorite critter. Beloved species like the African elephant, great white shark, and western gorilla get their own dedicated feature page, while more unusual species include the hellbender, Chan’s megastick, and pink fairy armadillo. Discover the shrimp that punches its prey with superheated water, marvel at the frog whose beating heart can be seen through its skin, and learn about the rarest turtle on the planet. If it bites, crawls, hops, flies, swings from the treetops, or dives to the bottom of the ocean, there’s a good chance you’ll find it in this encyclopedia! And be sure to check out Encyclopedia of Insects, a go-to guide crawling with incredible facts about this huge and diverse class of animal. Read more

Amazon's No. 1 Children's Non-Fiction Book of the Year 2019 is an illustrated encyclopedia of Greek mythology like no other. Mythologica features startlingly beautiful and exquisitely otherworldly portraits of mythological characters in eye-popping color from artist Victoria Topping and authoritative text from Classics scholar and Greek mythology expert Dr. Stephen Kershaw. Uncover the colorful lives of 50 powerful gods and goddesses, earth-dwelling mortals, and terrifying monsters as you journey back in time to ancient Greece. From the fearless Athena and her meddlesome ways to the brave and bold Odysseus and his remarkable journey home, discover why these incredible stories are still a part of our culture today.Each boldly designed spread presents a figure from the myths, including their name in Greek, their defining attributes, and a summary of their story, along with multiple sidelights that provide additional facts. Interspersed with the profiles are summaries of famous mythological tales and historical events, like the Odyssey, the Trojan War, and the story of the Argonauts.An electrifying visual portrayal of each figure transports you directly into their wild world. With over 18,000 followers on Instagram, Victoria Topping’s artwork is a fusion of technological and traditional techniques that combines photography, painting, and cut-paper collage to perfectly express the blending of human and fantastic traits from which mythical beings are made. The thrilling images and digestible text provide the perfect introduction to the lively world of Greek mythology and a beautiful display reference for the whole family. Prepare to be amazed as you uncover the epic, heroic, and sometimes terrible lives of mortals, monsters, and gods. Read more

An important new edition of the bestselling Oxford Mini School Thesaurus, with new words on contemporary topics such as technology, climate change and the Covid-19 pandemic. Focused coverage of words, synonyms and antonyms help to improve writing skills, for creative writing and non-fiction. Essential spelling, grammar and punctuation support and compact size makes it perfect for progress from primary to secondary school. For free downloadable activity worksheets, goto www.oxfordschooldictionaries.com. Read more

From dogs and cats to stick insects and sea monkeys, there are many types of pet. Which one is right for you?Purple/ Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.Text type – information book.This non-fiction report includes a glossary and index on page 21, as well as a summary on pages 22-23 that allows the reader to look back at all the pets’ needs.Curriculum links – Science: ‘Pupils should be taught to … identify and name a variety of common animals’. Read more

From fire fighters to doctors to teachers, there's so much to learn about community helpers. Show Me Community Helpers has more than 100 facts and definitions about people in our communities who help us every day. Read more

An Amazing Facts Book for Kids A collection of over 1,000 curiosities from around the world for the whole familyMakes a perfect gift and stocking filler for kids Expand children's knowledgePerfect for kids who are curious about the worldExcellent for long journeys or holidays Read more

What is a bumbershoot? Or a moonbow? And what does it mean when someone absquatulates...? Find out all this and more in The Dictionary of Difficult Words. Test your knowledge with more than 400 words to amaze, confuse, and inspire budding wordsmiths (and adults). All of the words featured in this book are difficult to spell, hard to say, and their meanings are obscure to most children (and most adults)! You can master them with the simple, easy-to-understand definitions and pronunciations written by lexicographer (yes, that's in there too!) Jane Solomon. Fun, colorful illustrations add whimsy to the pages. Some jobbernowls say dictionaries are anachronistic, or even obsolete, but it's kenspeckle to real bibliophiles that those vociferous ninnyhammers are just metagrobolised by the plethora of portmanteaus, neologisms, and jargon they offer. Next time you find yourself wrangling with one of these ultracrepidarians, no need to imagineer a sockdolager: just show them this book. This captivating dictionary celebrates the beauty of the English language for family trivia time spent around the printed page. Read more