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From the creation of the world to the pharaohs worshipped as gods this book charts the full sweep of ancient Egyptian mythology revealing fascinating elements of culture and religion along the way.

Einstein the penguin is back in this future-classic and fantastically funny story for all the family to enjoy. Get ready to welcome the most extraordinary penguin back into your own home.

Part of the bestselling Little People BIG DREAMS series Elvis  tells the inspiring story of the iconic singer-songwriter who helped popularise rock and roll around the world.

Prepare to meet 66 exceptionally brave adventurers in this celebration of monumental achievements from around the world. These are the astonishing true stories of just a few of the worlds most daring men and women who defied all odds to achieve their goals and make their dreams come true.

All the basics of these amazing creatures are covered in this beautiful and informative photographic book on snakes and other reptiles. Anatomy along with habitat and behaviour and lots of fascinating facts about reptiles that every child will just love reading about. See how they survive in forests deserts and oceans and how these clever creatures have adapted to live in seemingly inhospitable habitats. Everything You Need To Know About Snakes also provides ideas for things to make games to play quizzes and amazing facts to share with friends.

This volume takes you on a fascinating journey deep inside the Earth. From the rocky moving plates that make up the surface to the core hotter than the Sun lift the flaps to discover what explodes out of volcanoes how nearly everything we use each day comes from under the ground how digging down can take you back in time and even where the water we drink comes from.

Become an eyewitness to outer space and beyond in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of the Universe. Children will be mesmerised by how past present and future space exploration has helped our understanding of the Sun our Solar System rocky planets gas giants and explosive stars. This illustrated guide for kids aged 9 gives an insight into far-off galaxies and out-of-this-world objects captured by powerful space telescopes. Striking photographs and detailed illustrations help you learn the secrets of pulsars and black holes and how they are created by dead stars.

Welcome to FACTopia! A wonderland of crazily connected facts.

Fantastic Beasts And Where to Find Them Illustrated Ed H/B

No dream is too big if you just believe in yourself. And these strong ambitious and fantastically great women prove it. Theyve conquered the tallest mountains made game-changing discoveries stood up for womens rights and protected our beautiful fragile planet. Discover the inspirational lives of just some of the extraordinary women who have transformed peoples expectations of what women can do in this stunning gift collection. Featuring illustrated timelines and all the women from Kate Pankhursts adored picture books from Frida Kahlo to Jane Goodall and some new faces too. Get ready to meet courageous racing car driver Eliska Junkova who whizzed to victory and became the first woman to win a Grand Prix and the influential composer Chiquinha Gonzaga the first woman conductor in Brazil.

Fantastically Great Women Who Changed The World Gift Ed H/B

This title looks at the stories accomplishments and adventures of many brilliant women from throughout history. Travel through the Underground Railroad with the brave and courageous Harriet Tubman turn the pages of the hauntingly brilliant Frankenstein with the incredibly talented Mary Shelley and prepare yourself for an unforgettable journey through history with these and many other remarkable women.

A bumper collection of Irelands favourite legends for children.

The third book in the bestselling Spiderwick Chronicles series now in a beautifully reissued HB!

This is a book of poetry for everyone. Inside is a treasure trove of writing celebrating mindfulness. Read the poems aloud of curl up with them in a quiet corner. Begin your journey into a lifelong love of poetry.

Squeeeak ... Thwop ... Thwop ... Dwoooooerrrp! Dad sings his magical whale songs to Mum and baby Finn far far away across the huge ocean. When Finn gets lost can the other sea creatures help him to send a message of his own?

Focloiropedia H/B

An educational book filled with fun and informative facts! The explanatory illustrations giant tear-out poster and six large fold-out pages will inspire young learners to discover the intricate workings of the human body. A one-of-a-kind book that will keep youngsters engrossed for hours on end.

An educational book filled with fun and informative facts! The explanatory illustrations giant tear-out poster and six large fold-out pages will inspire young learners to discover the many wonderful places of the world. A one-of-a-kind book that will keep youngsters engrossed for hours on end.

Follow the simple steps to master essential footballing skills both basic and advanced while learning about some of the most iconic players in the world and more.

Meet the overlooked and unappreciated Irish that history forgot!

Do you know how fungi grow?

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.

WINNER KPMG Book of the Year - Childrens Books Ireland Awards Unsung stories from ancient Irish myths re-imagined for nine to twelve-year olds

A baby hedgehog decides that he doesnt want to hibernate and goes searching for Christmas magic in the world of humans. A perfect bedtime story for animal lovers.

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.

With profiles of over 80 goddesses heroines and legendary women featured this is an introduction to the key female figures from cultures all over the world. More than 30 beloved stories are retold by Jean Menzies. Find out how Japanese goddess of the dawn Ame-no-Uzume saved the day by dancing; how ancient Greek witch Medea helped to defeat a dragon; and how legendary Celtic warrior Scáthach trained the hero Cú Chulainn to fight. In addition the reference section is packed with extra information including a pronunciation guide.

Ancient stories that challenge modern notions of what it means to be a hero.

This Read It Yourself version of Goldilocks and the Three Bears is suitable for children who are beginning to learn to read.

This book celebrates the lives and accomplishments of 100 barrier breaking Black women and girls who showcase the spirit of black girl magic.