The Timekeepers are a secret organisation of kids who keep the course of history on track - and history needs them - a villain called DeLay is causing chaos! When the hands on their watches start to spin backwards, the Timekeepers know that DeLay has been up to no good, and it's up to them to put things right...In this instalment, the Timekeepers travel back to Edo Period Japan and become mixed up in a samurai showdown.With a range of adventures that span all of history, The Timekeepers series is perfect for any adventure lover.
Go on an amazing journey with the Very Hungry Caterpillar and learn all about the wonders of our extraordinary planet Earth.Travel around the world to explore the continents, learn about different habitats and life forms, unlock the secrets of planet Earth deep below the surface, and find out what makes this planet so special in this colourful and charming first reference book about our world.Each chapter focuses on a different theme, with a new topic every time you turn the page. Bite-size chunks of information are complemented by captivating illustrations by the World of Eric Carle, eye-catching photography, and simple how-it-works diagrams, while pull-out images and facts provide extra nuggets of interest. Young learners can find out about the layers that make up Earth, our living breathing planet with its array of flora and fauna, what we can do to protect our Earth, and much more in this one-of-a-kind introduction to key curriculum subjects.For lovers of The Very Hungry Caterpillar and all bright young minds, this is the ultimate must-have Earth encyclopedia.
Written for parents and caregivers and those new to supporting children learning to read, A Parent's Guide to Phonics explains how written language is put together, what phonics is and how reading and spelling are taught using a structured approach. An understanding that phonics is the foundation of learning to read supports parents to better help their child with all reading and spelling activities. The book is written using accessible, jargon-free language that is easy to follow and understand. It also includes a section on pupils with additional educational needs and what adaptations schools might make to enable pupils with additional needs to access phonics teaching.
Leads you straight to the very best Toronto has on offer. Whether you're looking for the things not to miss at the Top 10 sights, or want to find the best nightspots, this guide features dozens of Top 10 lists - from the Top 10 museums to the Top 10 best seafood restaurants - there's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid.
Photocopiable activities to accompany the Dandelion World Extras Stages 8-15 non-fiction readers. Activities focus on blending, segmenting skills, supporting word-building, comprehension and early writing in a fun and accessible way for young children.
Photocopiable spelling and comprehension activities to accompany the non-fiction readers in the Phonic Books Dandelion World Split Vowel Spellings series.
Join Zara Rutherford on her inspiring solo flight around the world! At just 19 years old, Zara embarked on a daring adventure to become the youngest woman to fly solo across the globe. This captivating book chronicles her journey through 52 countries and 5 continents, from the icy landscapes of Greenland to the deserts of Saudi Arabia. With stunning illustrations and engaging storytelling, Zara shares her encounters with diverse cultures, wildlife, and the natural wonders of our planet. Perfect for young readers and aspiring adventurers, I Flew Around The World is a testament to the power of dreams and determination. Discover the highs and lows of Zara's incredible voyage, her meticulous planning, and the resilience that carried her through the most challenging moments.
DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Sydney will lead you straight to the very best on offer. Whether you're looking for the things not to miss at the Top 10 sights, or want to find the best nightspots; this guide is the perfect companion. Rely on dozens of Top 10 lists - from the Top 10 museums to the Top 10 events and festivals - there's even a list of the Top 10 things to avoid. The guide is divided by area with restaurant reviews for each, as well as recommendations for hotels, bars and places to shop. You'll find the insider knowledge every visitor needs and explore every corner effortlessly with DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Sydney.DK Eyewitness Top 10 Travel Guide: Sydney - showing you what others only tell you.Now available in PDF format.
An unbeatable guide to Bangkok, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps and top 10 lists - all designed to help you see the very best of Bangkok.Explore gleaming treasures at the National Museum, wander Bangkok's canals and waterways, marvel at the spectacular Grand Palace or visit the bustling Chatuchak Market. From the Top 10 Buddhist temples to the Top 10 festivals - discover the best of Bangkok with this easy-to-use travel guide.Inside Top 10 Bangkok:- Seven easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend or a four-day tip- Top 10 lists showcase Bangkok's best attractions, covering the Grand Palace, Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, Wat Arun, Jim Thompson House and many more- In-depth neighbourhood guides explore Bangkok's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing - Colour-coded chapters divided by area make it easy to find information quickly and plan your day - Essential travel tips including our expert choices of where to stay, eat, shop and sightsee, plus useful transport, visa and health information- Colour maps help you navigate with ease- Covers the Old City, Chinatown, Downtown, Greater Bangkok and moreAbout DK Eyewitness Travel: DK's Top 10 guides take the work out of planning a short trip, with easy-to-read maps, tips and tours to inform and enrich your weekend trip or cultural break. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.
Boost your child's comprehension, phonics and reading skills with this bumper Phonics workbook!Every activity gives the opportunity to practise and build upon phonics skills learnt at school. Tip boxes throughout and a full answer section will enable you to support and reassure your child. Each of the eight sections focuses on essential first sound blends and will provide a strong foundation for your child to become a motivated and fluent reader. Dive in and start your learning mission together today!
Help your child take their first steps into the world of phonics and reading with this bumper phonics workbook!DK Super Phonics My First Letter Sounds is a learn to read book by DK Super Phonics that introduces children to a few letters and sounds at a time. This phonics book is perfect for children aged 4-6 who are learning to read, teaching different letter patterns through activities and games. Every activity gives the opportunity to practise and build upon phonics skills learnt at school. Tip boxes featured throughout and a full answer section will enable you to support and reassure your child. Each of the seven sections focuses on essential first letter sounds and will provide a strong foundation for your child to become a motivated and fluent reader. This beginner reader series offers: - 7 sections broken down into different letter patterns to decode new words. - New letters and sounds that are introduced through each section of activities and games. - Easy-to-use home learning material, with carefully constructed activities, parent tip boxes and an answer key for parents to support their children's phonic skills development. - A visual and engaging approach to learning to read, with step-by-step guides and games to encourage learning. What is phonics?Phonics is a way of teaching children to read by understanding the sounds that individual letters make and blending them to make a word. Children can learn to read using this skill to decode new words. Phonic Books specialses in decodable, systematic books supporting this structured literacy instruction. More in the seriesThis series of beginning reader books by DK Super Phonics is a friendly and accessible introduction to learning to read. If you're looking to develop your child's reading skills further, why not try DK Super Phonics My First Sound Blends, which focuses on the essential first sound blends to becoming a fluent reader.
Co-founder of LEON, the famous fast-food restaurant, and award-winning chef, Allegra McEvedy is bringing cooking to kids. In Chefs Wanted, she presents more than 45 tasty recipes suitable for budding chefs who want to take their skills to the next level.This cookbook aims to give enthusiastic young chefs the opportunity to further their knowledge in the kitchen and whip up meals that are sure to impress. From family favourites like Cannelloni and Chilli, street food like Spring Rolls, sweet treats like Profiteroles, and much more, Allegra's brand new cookbook includes classics from around the globe, bringing exciting flavours straight to your door. This cookbook will cover all areas of the kitchen and deliver specialised technique pages to help your young cook become a pro.With simple, step-by-step instructions, photography of every mouth watering dish, and hilarious illustrations, each chapter will inform and inspire. Allegra McEvedy challenges you to test (and taste!) her recipes - so what are you waiting for?
What shall we cook in the kitchen? What noise does the clock make? Let's explore a busy home, count things, name colours, and say lots of words!Exciting picture tabs and fun questions encourage little ones to spot things around the home in this engaging photographic word book. Babies and toddlers will enjoy choosing housework to help with, counting birds in the garden, finding shapes and naming colours, and copying the noises made by gadgets and pets!Inviting and educational, this first word book is filled with delightful objects. Clear labels accompany the objects so little one can sound out the words with you, while questions encourage children to learn and play. This interactive book is perfect for sharing, and helps children develop speaking, listening, and observation skills. Sturdy board pages are ideal for babies and toddlers, while the picture tabs along the top and side are easy to grasp, helping your child's fine motor control. Preschoolers will quickly recognize the picture on each tab, which will take them straight to their favourite place in the house.
"There are seven essential things in life: firewood, rice, oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar and tea." So goes the ancient Chinese proverb. So far, so familiar, perhaps ... but Handa Cheng is keen to change our perception of Chinese food, and shed light on a cuisine that is rich and varied, with unique ingredients, techniques and traditions. In this comprehensive guide, Handa introduces the vastly different culinary regions of this immense country and their speciality dishes, from Mouth-watering chicken to Mapo tofu to Yu Xiang eggplant. From luxurious imperial fair to frugal vegetarian recipes of buddhist monks, Handa distils 5000 years of history and food culture into 14 simple chapters, with easy, fresh recipes that are packed with "good to know" tips and memories of his childhood in Wenzhou.Step-by-step recipes help you learn the essentials, while 35 illustrated chef's tips and techniques uncover key ingredients and traditional cooking methods. Feature pages get to the heart of each chapter: tofu as a blank page, the infinite possibilities of an egg, Chinese food and herbal medicine, street food and dining out, and even the ceremonial practice of tea-drinking. In The Guide to Chinese Cooking, Handa explores taste, texture, and spice to recreate authentic family dishes that are well-balanced and seasonal - all with an emphasis on everyday cooking and eating.
Make the most of your air fryer with 75 recipes for delicious, easy, and affordable baking. Easier, quicker, cheaper, healthier - the air fryer has revolutionised the way we cook - and now bake! With recipes for brownies and buns, cookies, cobblers and cupcakes, layer cakes and traybakes, and even soda bread and focaccia, this is the complete guide to baking in your air fryer.Whether you're looking to save time or money, want to make your treats healthier, or simply looking for new recipes to try in your air fryer, baking has never been easier with these inspiring and impressive recipes.
Explore the galaxy with Princess Leia Organa in this high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully levelled to help children progress. Learn more about Leia Organa and her family. Join the young royal on her mission with Obi-Wan Kenobi. Find out about her time as a rebel leader fighting Darth Vader and the Empire. Discover how Leia leads the Resistance to victory against the First Order. The engaging text has been carefully levelled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. Exciting Star Wars images, clear vocabulary, and a fun quiz will test young readers and help them in building their reading ability as they learn about this galaxy, far, far away.... (c) & TM 2024 LUCASFILM LTD.
Maps can help you find your way around more than just places, and knowledge can be shared using more than just words. Inside these pages you will discover maps of science, history, nature, and space. Find a new way into fascinating topics with this unique book. Follow the routes of animals as they embark on migrations and of seeds as they leave their parent plants. Discover maps to guide you around hidden spaces, like the inside of a beehive, and places as distant as the outer reaches of the solar system. Explore the depths of the ocean, a single cell, a car engine, the human brain, a medieval castle, and much more. This unique book features an encyclopaedic range of subjects for children who want to find out everything there is to know about the world. Using maps, need-to-know topics can be introduced in an inviting, visual way. This book is also packed with diagrams and information to help inquisitive children learn more about each topic. Beautifully illustrated and filled with engaging text, Explore is a book that young readers will treasure.
Learn all about OCD and what it's like to live with it. OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) is a mental health condition. People with OCD have recurring, repetitive thoughts that can feel impossible to ignore. This book was written by a kid who has OCD, and illustrated by a grownup who has OCD, too. It offers a unique insight into the condition, a warmth and openness about what it is like, and the opportunity for readers to grow in understanding. Meet A Kids Co., a new kind of media company with a collection of beautifully designed books that kickstart challenging, empowering, and important conversations for kids and their grownups.
Have you heard of ADHD? A person with ADHD has a unique way of experiencing the world around them, and sometimes, that can feel challenging. But this author believes there are powerful skills that come with this special way of experiencing life-and as a person with ADHD, she knows it's true! Everybody's brain works differently, and how cool is that?Meet A Kids Co., a new kind of media company with a collection of beautifully designed books that kickstart challenging, empowering, and important conversations for kids and their grownups.
What finger foods are best for my baby? How do I prepare them safely? What should I avoid? How do I move on from single finger foods? How can I get my baby to eat veggies?From around 6 months, parents are encouraged to introduce soft finger foods into their baby's diet - either alongside purées or as part of baby-led weaning. Finger foods are the ideal way to introduce babies to different textures and by handing over the reins to your baby you will empower them to work out how to get food to their mouth, break pieces off and chew, and have all-round fun with food! Yet, many parents are naturally cautious about giving finger foods to their children for fear of choking. Equally, once parents have mastered simple finger foods, they often find it a challenge to think-up interesting and nutritious ideas to fuel little ones. Introducing Annabel's complete guide to raising independent eaters will steer families through finger foods, helping to nurture a generation of food explorers! From first taste broccoli florets to baked veggie tots...carrot batons to curried bites, this book will be packed with essential advice, tips, visual guides, and delicious recipes.
You've recognized (like millions of us) that you're anxious. So, what now?Daisy Buchanan doesn't have the answer - but she's found something to soothe her incessant questioning. Thank books for that. When Daisy first felt worry consume her as a child, she turned to the wonder of reading. Somehow, as a grown-up (or a person trying to be one) she turned to food, alcohol and online shopping instead, but these momentary highs made her feel lower still. Eventually diagnosed with General Anxiety Disorder, she returned to reading and soon discovered that losing herself in a good book helped her find so much more: her confidence through characters, her sexuality through racy romps and more and more peace with every page. In READ YOURSELF HAPPY, Daisy Buchanan - writer, broadcaster and host of the You're Booked podcast - combines her own journey, the wisdom of the characters, writers and literary worlds she has loved and the advice of experts to help you read yourself calmer, read yourself romantic, read yourself free from addiction and so much more. This book will help you form one of the healthiest habits you already have at your fingertips.
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