Encyclopedias and Facts, Lots of interesting and educational books, encyclopedias for children on various topics, picture altas, dictionarys, times tables and more. Great books for teaching kids the obscure facts which might be useful in table quizzes in the future.
Following on from the success of her first book RTÉs Jacqui Hurley tells the real-life stories of women who have proved that gender is not a barrier to success. Each story in Girls Play Too Book 2 is one of empowerment and overcoming adversity and the role models celebrated here are sure to inspire the next generation of Irish sportswomen.
A feast of football facts plus everything you need to know about action on the pitch and behind the scenes at the stadium. This book is a visual guide to the worlds most popular game. From the rules of the game to the top tournaments - the information leaps right off the page! Learn about historic ball games and the birth of football. Gen up on the laws of the game and the new technology that referees use to make vital decisions. See what it takes to run a club and keep the players in tip-top shape. This new edition includes updates to footballs roll of honour to include the latest tournament winners.
Born and bred Brummie Jack Grealish became captain of his boyhood club Aston Villa at just 23 years old. Discover how Jack battled through ups and downs in the early stages of his career on and off the pitch and grew into a leader. Through dedication and hard work Jack became not only the most expensive English player but Englands poster boy at Euro 2020.
With nearly 400000 square kilometres of dazzling colour intricate ecosystems and unique creatures large and small the Great Barrier Reef is one of the great natural wonders of our world. Vibrant dynamic illustrations illuminate this enchanting place its animal inhabitants and the people who have embraced it as a centrepiece of their cultures. Learn all about how the reef came to be its place in the world and perhaps most importantly what we can all do to help ensure that the Great Barrier Reef will be around for countless future generations to discover!
A delightful collection of traditional Irish legends including much-loved favourites such as Oisin, The Brown Bull of Cooley and The Giant from Scotland.
Join Professor Luke ONeill on the greatest journey of them all. From the very big to the very small travel through the wonders of the universe the mysteries of the human body and the tiny world of molecules. A thrilling and engrossing book packed with fascinating phenomena vibrant illustrations and heaps of fun facts.
Antoine Griezmann grew up in the heart of France before his talent was quickly spotted by scouts who brought him to play in Spain. Ever since then he has blazed a trail through the Spanish top division La Liga first for Real Sociedad and then Atletico Madrid. This is the story of a speedy striker who chased his dream to the very top when he fired France to World Cup glory in 2018.
Is Erling Haaland your ultimate football hero? Having made his professional career debut for Norwegian side Bryne FK at the age of 16 years Haalands meteoric rise has seen him become a goal machine for both Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund and for the Norway national side. Discover how this brilliant footballer followed in his fathers footsteps and has since become among the worlds most sought-after goalscorers known for his athleticism precise off-the-ball movement and pace. He was voted the Austrian Footballer of the Year in 2019 and followed up by earning the FIFA U-20 World Cup Golden Boot award in the same year!
Norwegian international Erling Haaland is the rising star of Europe. Having already smashed Messi Ronaldo and Harry Kanes record of quickest to twenty Champions League goals The Terminator is proving to be a ruthless efficient goalscoring machine. At just 20 years of age the world is his playground. Discover how hes caught the eye of the footballing world and whether hell pip Mbappe to a Ballon dOr.
Help your child perfect their joined writing skills with this curriculum-linked workbook. Ideal for confident writers it engages children through fun activities including a recap of lower and upper-case letters and how letters join and plenty of creative-writing and copying exercises to boost penmanship skills.
This is the story of Jordan Henderson captain of Liverpool Football Club and midfield powerhouse for the England national team. Follow his exciting journey from kicking a football on the Sunderland streets to hearing his name boom on a Champions League winning night under the bright Anfield lights. Discover how his energy long-passing range and inspiring leadership skills proved to be the key piece in Klopps Liverpool successes as Henderson became the first Liverpool captain to lift the Premier League and Champions League trophies.
Do you ever pretend to like something you dont just to fit in? Is it sometimes hard to tell others how youre feeling? Do you wish there was less pressure on you to man up? Explore these questions and many more in this empowering and inclusive guide to masculinity for readers aged 10 by the nations favourite doctor Dr Ranj.
Andrés was always smaller than his friends but he refused to let that stop him becoming one of the most skilful footballers ever. This book tells of how his talent and hard work shone through as he became captain of Barcelona and went on to score the winning goal in the World Cup final.
Readers can discover all the foul facts about IRELAND including why wax models were captured and made Prisoners of War which warriors went to battle naked and how to make yourself invisible.
Wonder-kid Jadon Sanchos journey towards stardom has only just begun! Despite being born in 2000 and having to move abroad away from family and friends to play football the young man didnt let that get in the way of his dreams. Discover how he grew from shy Manchester City youth player to a dazzling winger for Dortmund - full of technique creativity pace and trickery. And now with his big money move to Manchester United complete and a spirited Euro 2020 campaign behind him the sky is his only limit!
The inspiring story of how a boy from Dublins northside found strength in his difference to become a gaelic football great. Choosing GAA over basketball soccer and hurling Jayo inspired a generation of fans and players. He went on to be a key member of Jim Gavins 5-in-a-row backroom team.