Discover the Wildest, Weirdest, and Most Wonderful Animals on Earth (and their surprising quirks)!Get ready for a mind-bending adventure through the animal kingdom packed with incredible trivia and jaw-dropping facts that will amaze the whole family.From strange species youve never heard of to the shocking secrets of the animals you thought you knew, this book is bursting with fascinating discoveries that will make you say, "Wait, what?!"Part One: Animals Youve Never Heard OfMeet natures lesser known creatures from the Great Potoo to a type of fish with human looking teeth and an amphibian that freezes solid and thaws out in the spring. These are the curious creatures you didnt even know existed, and every page reveals a completely surprising behaviour!Part Two: Familiar Faces, Unbelievable FactsThink you know pigs, dogs, and penguins? Think again! Discover the weird and wonderful habits of your favourite animals from an everyday garden insect that stretches in the morning (yes like like humans!) to a farmyard animal that plays football. Youll never look at your household pets (or your garden visitors!) the same way again.Perfect for:Curious kids (aged 8+), teens, and adults who love to learnFamilies looking for screen-free funTrivia buffs, fact fans, and anyone who enjoys saying Wow, I didnt know that!So whether youre sharing fun facts at the dinner table, keeping curious minds busy, or dazzling your friends with animal trivia, this is the ultimate fact-filled adventure.Discover the worlds wildest wonders one fascinating fact at a time!

Jesus, now I come to you, at the start of something new . . . Children all encounter change differently. And whether a new year, a new school, a new neighborhood, or a new team, change can be hard.Through Doing Something New, award-winning author Mitali Perkins reminds kids that wherever they go and whatever they do, in all of these changes they are not alone: Jesus is with them. And not only is Jesus with them, but he also understands and empathizes with them because he, too, has experienced new and difficult things.In Doing Something New, youll find a heartfelt prayer kids can lift to God during times of newness and change, a charming story brought to life through Andres Landazabals vibrant illustrations of children in new everyday situations, and a note from the author to encourage further conversation about trusting Jesus in the midst of hard things. Doing Something New is a prayer that offers childrenand the adults who read with themlanguage to pray in times of change or stress. Rooted in the promises of the Beatitudes found in Matthew 5:3-10, this book provides comfort and reassurance that everything matters to Jesus.Share Doing Something New with the children in your life and help them see how Jesus is with them in every moment of their lives.

"We see best with our heart. The things that really matter are invisible to the eye." In 1943, aviator and writer Antoine de Saint-Exupéry penned "The Little Prince," unaware of the timeless impact his tale would have. His enchanting narrative follows a young princes cosmic journey across curious planets in search of friendship. Celebrated for its poetic depth and philosophical insights, the story is a universal call for compassion and understanding, captivating readers worldwide. This hardcover edition embossed with silver foil contains the original coloured drawings by the author and the complete English text. All grown-ups were once children but only few of them remember it. The Little Prince The most translated story in the world [...] ever since its original publication in French in 1943, Antoine de Saint-Exuperys story has enchanted audiences of all ages. The Guardian Mit den Originalillustrationen des Autors im Innenteil

JAMES BOND AND THE SECRET AGENT ACADEMY is the first in a brand-new series, taking the worlds most beloved secret agent to a place of dread, weirdos and strange food: school.A new generation of young heroes, mentored by 007, have entered the Secret Agent Academy to see if they have what it takes to join the ranks of the Double Os. Together with Bond can they defeat a deadly foe lurking in the shadows and, more importantly, can they pass their exams?This blockbuster series is written by bestselling and award-winning crime and thriller author M.W. Craven. For existing fans and a new generation of spy adventure readers, this is 007 like youve never seen him before.

The Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the most recognized structures in the world and to some, one of the most controversial. While there are many assumptions as to who conceived or designed the tower, there is no concrete evidence pointing to one person. The book chronicles the history of the eight-century old tower including why it leans, the construction of the belfry, and efforts made to stabilize the building over the years. The construction spanned three phases with great gaps in years due to wars, weather, and earthquakes. Featured in the book are archival photographs, chronology of events listing, additional reading and website recommendations, chapter notes, glossary, and index.

An intriguing exploration into the storied history of the White House. Starting with the burning of the building during the War of 1812, the book chronicles the many construction and renovation projects over the years. Includes detailed accounts of how the White House accommodations were tailored and personalized to each of the presidents including the addition of underground bunkers, meeting rooms, and tunnels, a bowling alley, swing jets, a tree house and more. Featured in the book are archival photographs, chronology of events listing, additional reading and website recommendations, chapter notes, glossary, and index.

Learn how a man in France who longed for democracy and freedom set forth on a mission to build the ultimate symbol of freedom for America. This book chronicles Edouard de Laboulayes efforts to build the massive statue, how it was built, and ultimately transported in pieces to America where it makes its home to this day in New York Harbor. Interesting facts found throughout including how many sheets of copper were used, the number of stairs to climb to the top, and how many rivets were needed to secure the copper to the internal skeleton. Featured in the book are archival photographs, chronology of events listing, additional reading and website recommendations, chapter notes, glossary, and index.

Perched along the banks of the Sydney Harbor, the Sydney Opera House is one of the most iconic and recognizable structures in the world. It began in 1956 when a year-long international design competition was held. The winning design selected was from Jorn Utzon and the process of building the multi-purpose facility commenced in 1959. Construction was done in three stages over a 14-year span and was riddled with problems and delays through. The opera house was finally opened in 1973 in grand style with Queen Elizabeth II in attendance. Now, more than 8-million people visit the Sydney Opera house annually, attending the more than 3,000 events staged yearly. Featured in the book are archival photographs, chronology of events listing, additional reading and website recommendations, chapter notes, glossary, and index.

A fascinating exploration into the construction of the iconic Empire State Building in New York City. Learn how the construction was able to be completed in just one year and how assembly line techniques used in the auto industry were implemented in the construction of the building resulting in the unprecedented build time. The building of the Empire State Building was a result of a very coordinated, organized effort. The materials were prefabricated, labeled, and arrived at the site per a specific schedule so they could be used immediately. Food services were available on each floor so workers would not need to traverse up and down on breaks. These efforts directly impacted what still stands today, as the fastest build of a skyscraper in history. Featured in the book are archival photographs, chronology of events listing, additional reading and website recommendations, chapter notes, glossary, and index.

The Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most recognizable structures in the world and an engineering marvel. Construction began in 1933 and was completed in 1937. It faced many setbacks during the process. The book chronicles the building of the iconic bridge including how bridge builder, Joseph Strauss, found solutions for addressing the harsh environmental conditions to ensure the safety of travelers and shipping vessels. Factors such as water depth, height, span, bedrock stability, high winds, and the risk of earthquakes all had to be carefully considered. Also includes detailed and extraordinary efforts to ensure workers safety. Such precautions included netting to catch workers who fell while working and breathing equipment to protect workers from the harmful paint toxins were implemented. Featured in the book are archival photographs, chronology of events listing, additional reading and website recommendations, chapter notes, glossary, and index.

This summerIll grow upFor as long as Billie can remember, summer has meant one thing: Pearl Beach. The idyllic seaside home belonging to her old Aunt Edith, and the place where she met her best friend, Andy. But this summer, everything seems to be changing. Andy is more interested in makeup and boys than in Billie, and Aunt Edith has decided to stay with them for the whole summer. Edith is a Holocaust survivor, and whenever Billie tries to talk to her, her words seem to crumble under the weight of this knowledge.Then Edith begins to share her story. Because she was once fourteen, too, and understands all too well the pain of growing up. What follows is a tale of first love, betrayal, and resilience. As the summer, and story, unfolds, so does a profound friendship between Billie and Edith. They may be generations apart but what they share will change both of them forever.

Wander into stillness. Tuck your thoughts under the stars. Let your breath slow with the rhythm of a prayer. The Unwinding Path is a quiet invitation to resta bedtime book that gently guides children (and the grownups who love them) through soft moments that bring rest and reset. With each turn of the page, little readers are invited to use their fingers to follow a calming path, pausing, noticing, breathing, and settling into sacred stillness.Filled with the authors tender, whimsical illustrations and a lyrical, meditative text, this book becomes more than a story. It becomes a bedtime practice that helps hearts unwind, hands unclench, and the body prepare for sleep.With The Unwinding Path, you will gently introduce children to mindfulness, stillness, and awareness of Gods presence; help children journey toward Gods presence through the rich imagery of the ancient Christian tradition of a labyrinth; and discover author and artist Betony Coonss beautiful illustrations for an inviting and comforting reading experience. If the little ones in your life struggle to calm and quiet themselves for bedtime, The Unwinding Path can help. As children trace the labyrinths path with their fingers, they are invited to slow down and experience Gods presence in the world around them. Night after night, experience a gentle, grace-filled close to the day with The Unwinding Path.

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Hope Crumble and her family serve up cakes, coffee and calamity in this hilarious new series from much-loved author Catherine Wilkins. Illustrated throughout by the brilliant Katie Abey.The second heartwarming and hilarious story in the Cafe Chaos series.Hopes mum has mistakenly over-ordered the beans and they only have two months to get through them all! Several hilarious family meetings take place to discuss ideas: Aunt Rita comes over all flavours of Mexico while Connor wants a bean-eating competition to catch the post-gym crowd.Hope is trying to distance herself from it all in a bid to have time to be a child and let her family sort out their own crises. But she cant deprive her family of her problem-solving abilities for long. Rescue comes in the unlikely form of Skyla Hopes arch enemy and school bully who needs a place to hold her charity fashion show.Praise for Cafe Chaos:"A beautifully funny story effortlessly brilliant." Romesh Ranganathan"This funny and relatable story will appeal to fans of Jacqueline Wilson, as well as children who, like Hope, have to stand up to their families to make their wishes heard." The BooksellerLook out for these the laugh-out-loud funny books by Catherine Wilkins:- Cafe Chaos: My Family is not a piece of cake- My Best Friend and Other Enemies: A Jess Jackson Book- Youre Not the Boss of Me! (WINNER Lollies 2024, Teen)- My Brilliant Life and Other Disasters: A Jess Jackson Book- And more cafe capers in upcoming Cafe Chaos books!

Mary Lennox likes nobody, and nobody likes her. When her parents die in India and shes shipped back to England to live with her reclusive uncle, it seems her loneliness will only deepen. Spoiled and unfriendly, she keeps everyone at a distance. And anyway who would she be friends with? With Mary seemingly the only child in a huge manor house, it appears that nothing will change.That is, until Martha the maid sends her out into the grounds, and she finds a locked garden gate. As winter turns to spring, Mary finds her way into the secret garden; she meets Dickon, the boy with a tame wild pony and a tame fox; and her own cousin Colin, a sickly, bedbound boy who has never walked. Together they will bring the garden back to life, along with Marys heart. And as flowers bloom and the sun and fresh air strengthen Colins limbs, the magic of the secret garden, the magic that Mary unlocked, brings newfound happiness to everyone in the house.A classic of childrens literature, beloved for over a century, this is one of the great stories of the human need for love, and the solace to be found in nature.

Mit dem Superhelden-Duo Muffin & Tort zum Leseprofi! Comicartige Erzahlweise: wenig Text, viele Bilder Ideal fur ungeubte Leserinnen und Leser ab 7 Jahren Perfektes Geschenk (nicht nur) fur Jungs, die Spa an witzigen und spannenden Geschichten haben Muffin, der gemutliche Kater, und sein quirliger Freund Tort erleben ihr drittes groes Abenteuer! Diesmal fuhrt sie die magische Katzenklappe mitten hinein in eine echte Piratengeschichte: Plotzlich finden sich die beiden auf einem Piratenschiff wieder, treffen auf schrage Seerauber und werden von Kapten Klappe fast uber Bord geworfen, weil sie zu nett sind. Doch eigentlich wurden auch Klappe und seine Piratencrew lieber freundlich sein und ihre Opfer mit Gold entschadigen. Also segeln sie gemeinsam mit Muffin und Tort zur sagenumwobenen Monsterinsel. Dort erwartet sie zwar ein Schatz, aber auch ein hungriges Seeungeheuer .Mit wenig Text und vielen Bildern ist dieses Comic-Kinderbuch perfekt fur Leseanfanger geeignet. Die witzigen Dialoge und die turbulente Handlung sorgen fur Lesespa von der ersten bis zur letzten Seite. "Muffin und Tort Bei den Piraten" macht Lust aufs Lesen und ist ein Highlight fur alle, die Abenteuer und Humor mogen.Alle Bucher des urkomischen Superhelden-Duos:Muffin & Tort 1: Bei den Wikingern (ausgezeichnet mit dem Deutschen Kinderbuchpreis)Muffin & Tort 2: Bei den RitternMuffin & Tort 3: Bei den PiratenIdeal fur Leseanfanger, Comic-Fans und alle, die spannende Piratengeschichten lieben!

Hilarious chapter books about animals with jobs, clothes and superpowers! Highly illustrated in black and white and perfect for fans of the movies Sing and Zootropolis!Bob and Archie are two hapless but enthusiastic koalas who are just getting to grips with their new superpowers. Their archenemy is Dr Colossus, a giant ostrich with grand plans to destroy Pawtonia with the help of his Zombie Chickens!Can our furry heroes thwart the feathered supervillain? Definitely, maybe...

Mermazing action-packed underwater adventures for young readers. Beautifully illustrated throughout and with a glittery cover! From the authors and illustrator of the bestselling Unicorn Academy series.Hidden deep beneath the waves is Mermaid Academy, a magical school where mermaids are paired with their very own dolphin and must discover their unique mermaid magic, with plenty of adventure along the way!Mermaid Academy is the perfect series for 7+ readers who love magic and adventure.Look out for more titles! Isla and Bubble, Cora and Sparkle, Maya and Rainbow, Amber and Flash, Millie and Storm, Harper and Splash, Lyla and Charm, Aurora and Jewel and Serena and Opal