CHILDRENS REFERENCE

April 1587 Now I saw the Spanish ships clearly. Even from this distance I could see the men on board scurrying around the upper deck's, and knew they were hurrying...

Jack Fairfax is the 19-year old second son of Lord and Lady Fairfax. The Fairfaxes are steeped in the military tradition, and don't approve of Jack's volunteering for the Royal...

JUNE 1917 Mustard gas! A feeling of panic hit me and I scrambled to get my respirator over my face before the killer gas got into my mouth and nose...

October 1415 What I saw when we looked down into that valley made my stomach churn, my heart pound and my legs feel like they were made from bowstrings. There...

This new series addresses the rise in young children's anxiety and stress in a practical and helpful way. These beautiful children's mindfulness books promote peace, calm and happiness in a...

Throughout the making of the Harry Potter movies, designers and craftspeople were tasked with creating fabulous Feasts, flying brooms, enchanted maps, and much more, in addition to all the magical...

Discover how to build your dream LEGO (R) housesBe inspired by 30 incredible LEGO homes, from a cosy cottage and a modern apartment to a spooky haunted house and an...

Inside this remarkable guide to space, you will find everything from detailed planetary topography to the most current facts and figures about our amazing Universe. In addition to extensive maps...

This bright and cheery SPaG Activity Book from CGP is brimming with engaging activities and colourful characters! Perfect for practice at home or in class, it's loaded with useful Spelling,...

Boost your SATs preparation with Bond SATs Skills Spelling and Vocaublary Workbooks. Developed in line with the National Curriculum, and supported by Bond's 60 years of experience in helping children...

Perfect for fans of Goth Girl, this addictive supernatural series is ideal for girls of 9+ to sink their fangs into...The twins are back in Transylvania for Prince Alex and...

'James has a way to speak to your soul. This book is nothing short of comforting and heartwarming' VEX KING'While the drawings have the charm of Winnie-the-Pooh, the captions have...

Step onto volcanic plains and watch thundering herds of dinosaurs crash through thick forests. Dive into a sea of glass reefs, emerging from the water to see monkeys fighting for...

Arranged thematically, this encyclopedia con tains explanations which, as much as possible, link basic sc ientific principles to everyday life in order to aid underst anding. Cartoons, quizzes and experiments...

My name is Kaleb, and I am a farmer. I've been a farmer since I was a boy. And I absolutely LOVE it. Grab your wellies and join Kaleb, his...

Jerusalem is unique: the capital of two peoples and the shrine of three faiths. A cast of extraordinary characters have played a part in the city's history, including King David,...

The complete beginner's guide to horses and riding for kids 8 to 12 This ultimate guide to horses for kids teaches you all about the basics of equine care-from anatomy...

An atlas full of flaps to lift, revealing beautiful buildings, exotic animals and fabulous sights. Divided into the separate continents, each double page is crammed with information on sights and...

This down-to-earth guide is filled with practical advice on everything from how to budget and be a smart shopper to student loans, mortgages and insurance. An essential book for equipping...

You've probably heard of a few inventors and their bright ideas..*Alexander Graham Bell and his telephone *George Stevenson and his Rocket (which was really a train) *John Logie Baird and...

This is the first title in a gorgeous new "Sticker Dressing" series exploring the fashion of different historical eras. You can dress 1920s fashion models for various stylish activities, including...

Do you know what a raga is? How many strings does a harp have? Where does reggae music come from?From A-Z, this fully illustrated book looks at blues to soul,...

Count down to Christmas with the magical world of Sticker Dolly Dressing!Open each window in this magical advent calendar to discover a story or activity book hidden behind it. There...

Be inspired by Football Legend Cole Palmer! From a childhood prodigy in Manchester City's Under-8s to becoming Chelsea's top goal scorer, discover how this record-busting player soared to new heights...

A beautiful, bold and moving collection of 100 poems by Black poets for the whole family to treasure.Discover classic favourites and new stars in a book that belongs on every...

If you enjoyed A Minecraft Movie, you'll love this book! Spot the zombies and their variations lurking in these official Minecraft search-and-find scenes! Did you hear that? A groan. There...

Marco Polo was seventeen when he set out for China ...and forty-one when he came back! More than seven hundred years ago, Marco Polo travelled from the medieval city of...

Search for over 140 sights in the night sky with this i-SPY guide. This fun activity book encourages kids to look above them, from stars and constellations to the moon...

Step back to an awesomely ancient time with the Awesome Egyptians. Discover which king had the worst blackheads, why some kings had to wear false beards and why the peasants...

A heart-warming story about the World's Worst Dog, adapted from John Grogan's phenomenally bestselling memoir, Marley and Me. Meet Marley, a yellow furball of a puppy who quickly grows into...

What's your favourite smell? What smells don't you like? How do insects smell? This book provides a gentle introduction to our sense of smell, something young children don't often think...

This book explores the world of technology and science in close up. Vivid 3-dimensional images and dramatic freeze action shots and time-lapse sequences help to bring the book alive. This...

Readers can discover all the foul facts about Cruel Kings and Mean Queens, including which king died after falling off the toilet, why people thought King John was a werewolf...