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Young puzzlers can put their logic skills to the test with this brain-boosting activity book, inspired code-cracking hero Alan Turing. Published in association with the Turing Trust, this illustrated full-color puzzle book has been specially designed to intrigue, challenge, and inspire young readers. Alan Turing appears as a character in the book, popping up with extra logic problems or secret codes to challenge readers to think a little bit harder. Includes: - Word challenges - Picture puzzles - Code-cracking games> Supporting STEM learning and curriculum learning, these activities invent new ways to improve logical and lateral thinking. Guaranteed to provide hours of entertainment for children aged 7+. This book proudly supports the work of The Turing Trust, the charity set up by Alan Turing's closest family in his memory. The Trust commemorates his remarkable achievements by making computers available to less privileged communities in Africa. ABOUT THE SERIES: Alan Turing Puzzles It Out brings together a variety of brain training puzzle books, inspired by the ingenious World War II codebreaker Alan Turing. Young readers can follow in his footsteps by solving these head-scratching conundrums.

"Welcome to Oakleaf Academy, the fairy boarding school at the end of the rainbow, where readers can join friends Poppy, Ivy, Azalea, and Jessamy on their magical misadventures. In Mystery at Fairy School, Ivy is struggling to find her place. Everybody says that fairies love flowers, sparkles, and dainty dances. But Ivy's a fairy ... and she just wants to rock out! One night, she meets a strange figure wandering through the school ... a boggart! Is this visitor up to no good? Or do they just want to be loved for themselves-like Ivy? Soon Ivy and her friends are tangled up in another big adventure. Can they survive an encounter with a dragon toad?" --

Welcome to Oakleaf Academy, the fairy boarding school at the end of the rainbow, where readers can join friends Poppy, Ivy, Azalea, and Jessamy on their magical misadventures. In First Day at Fairy School, Poppy is nervous about her first day - just like any other student. But unlike most kids, she travels to school by owl-bus and worries about whether she will ever get her magic wand to work. Poppy soon settles in and makes friends with Jessamy, a talkative sprite, and Ivy, a fairy with a rebellious streak. When events take an unexpected turn, the new students must face a terrible danger, launch a brave rescue, and form an unexpected friendship. Oakleaf Academy is a charmingly illustrated chapter book series, with each story following a different pupil at fairy school. The series blends together the hijinks and misadventures of traditional boarding school stories, the ups and downs of real schoolgirls' friendships and a generous sprinkling of mystery and adventure - all ingredients of a truly magical brew! Ideal for readers aged 7+.

This witty and inventive drawing book encourages young readers to unleash their imaginations by transforming everyday objects into awesome animals! Turn a pear into a polar bear, cheese into a cheetah and pliers into a pterosaur with this wacky and entertaining guide. Whether it's food, clothes or stationary, the young artist has been supplied with plenty of photo-realistic, full-color images which children can draw around to create something entirely different. - The fun and inventive transformations stimulate imagination - The simple exercises are perfect for early drawers> With these new skills, children can transform their own found objects from around the home. Ideal for creative kids aged 7+.

This witty and inventive full-color drawing book encourages young readers to unleash their imaginations by transforming everyday objects into something unexpected! Turn a bottle into a rocket, a biscuit into a bedsheet and donuts into monster truck wheels with this wacky and entertaining guide. Whether it's animals, funny machines, monsters, robots or instruments, the young artist has been supplied with plenty of madcap ideas and suggestions to spark their creativity. These appear as full-color photographs which children can draw around to create something entirely different. - The fun and inventive transformations stimulate imagination - The simple exercises are perfect for early drawers> With these new skills, children can transform their own found objects from around the home. Ideal for creative kids aged 7+.

Young readers can discover the wonders of science and mathematics with this inspirational and accessible hardback guide, beautifully illustrated in full-color by award-winning illustrator Alex Foster. From ecology to number theory, kids will find a new way of looking at the world and the laws of science and mathematics that govern it. This title is packed with clear, colorful, and engaging explanations on a range of subjects, including: - Elements - The human body and its organs - Matter and motion - Geometry - Atoms and molecules - Animals, plants, and other living things> Big new concepts pop off the page, thanks to useful diagrams and vibrant illustrations. Supporting STEM learning, this book is perfect for readers aged 8+.

This thoughtful and empathetic activity book is perfectly designed to help children build up their resilience, so that they respond positively to setbacks and keep trying even in the face of opposition. Written by top self-help author Jenny Alexander in consultation with professional child psychologist Dr. Alice Brown, this beautifully illustrated full-color activity book will equip young readers with the tools they need to become happier and more confident. It is packed with helpful information as well as a selection of 30+ exercises and activities which happen both on and off the page. These offer a chance for all children to explore and express emotions in a safe and pressure-free way. Activities include: - Draw your dream future- Write a list of new things to try- A breathing exercise - Explore your talents> Each fun activity supports social emotional learning (SEL), builds resilience, helps to create inner calm, improves understanding of emotions and encourages positive thinking. Perfect for kids age 6+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The beautifully illustrated Thoughts and Feelings series allows children to understand and express their emotions through a series of practical activities and write-in exercises, devised by childhood development experts.

Young puzzlers can embark on a voyage of discovery with this eye-opening, intergalactic activity book, beautifully illustrated in full-color. Supporting STEM learning, this brain-boosting book combines fascinating facts and awesome activities, bringing you intriguing puzzles and mind-blowing information about Earth, the Solar System, our galaxy and beyond. Readers can discover how black holes are formed, what stars are made of and even go in search of aliens! Puzzles include: - Solar System sudoku- A magnificent Moon maze- Space station spot-the-difference>With vibrant illustrations by Eilidh Muldoon, this out-of-this-world activity book will improve childrens' problem solving and lateral thinking skills as well as reinforce science learning in an entertaining way! Ideal for children aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Wondrous Activity Books series uses fact-filled puzzles to explore the wonders of the universe and everything in it, from wildlife on earth to the marvels of space, illustrated by Eilidh Muldoon.

"Dive into the extraordinary underwater domain of sharks with this comprehensive visual encyclopedia, packed with fascinating facts and eye-catching underwater photography. This definitive guide to the world's most ferocious underwater predators delves into every aspect of their lives-their wide-ranging habitats, fascinating behaviors, powerful senses, and interactions with other species. Based on the latest research by marine biologists, it's the ultimate book of facts and statistics about these amazing apex predators."--Publisher marketing.

Are you ready to travel through history? This lavishly illustrated full-color maze book will take readers on a terrific tour through time - exploring ancient Egypt, racing through Rome, and uncovering the mysteries of the Middle Ages. With 45 mazes to complete, this book will take children on a guided tour of world history. As they navigate each maze, they'll discover fascinating facts and unearth the mysteries of ages past, from the stone age to the space race. - Help the Neanderthal man to find the rest of his tribe- Find your way out of the Ancient Egyptian pyramid - Guide the builder along the Great Wall of China- Follow the Vikings over the Fjord on their next conquest> Every maze in this book has real educational value - so whichever route junior puzzlers choose, they'll be on the right track to learn about the most incredible people, places and events in history! And that's not all. This maze book is as an excellent way for children to improve their concentration and patience, and help them to develop problem-solving strategies and lateral thinking skills. Perfect for readers aged 6+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Young readers can set off on a quest for knowledge with the Arcturus Fact-Packed Mazes series, solving complex maze puzzles and picking up fascinating facts at every turn.

"Discover how scientific ideas and different materials are used to build incredible machines and impressive structures. This face-packed, fully illustrated books explores the history of engineering from the building of the pyramids to the creation of today's towering skyscrapers, powerful machines, and valley-spanning bridges. See how robots, race cars, and rockets progress from planning sketches to working prototypes. Find out about different branches of engineering--chemical, mechanical, electrical, and civil--and how each helps us to live, work, travel, and improve our environment"--Jacket flap.

Why do trees grow so tall? Are tomato plants really carnivorous? And why do mushrooms appear in rings? This exciting and eye-opening hardback takes young readers on a journey of discovery through the kingdoms of plants and fungi. The chapters are divided by continent with annotated, full-color maps, demonstrating the extraordinary variety of our planet's life and showcasing many fascinating species that will be unfamiliar to most people. Includes: - Plants of the world- Plants under threat- How plants help people- How to help plants and the planet>Brimming over with beautiful full-color illustrations, this volume presents a wonderful opportunity to discover lesser known lifeforms from all over the world, and to see familiar plants and fungi in a whole new light. Ideal for nature-loving kids aged 8+.

Young readers can discover the most important issue facing our planet with this comprehensive hardback encyclopedia of the environments, brought to life with full-color photography. Full of fascinating facts and dramatic photographs from around the world, this book is a definitive guide to climate change, pollution, endangered species, biodiversity, and other key ecological issues. Children can explore many aspects of environmental science and discover ways to protect our planet from further harm. Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this hardback encyclopedia is the perfect introduction to this dramatic and important area of geography. Ideal for readers aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Children's Reference Library uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to space. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.

Q: The more you take, the more you leave behind? What are they?A: Footsteps! With more than 200 clever, funny, and tricky riddles to solve, this book will give your mental muscles a serious work out! There are brain teasers, logic puzzles, silly puns, trick questions, and many more. Kids can challenge their friends and relatives or deduce the answers themselves. Solving these riddles is not only fun - it will also expand a child's reasoning and language skills and encourage their love for learning. Perfect for kids aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Brain Twisters are perfect for young readers who want to put their puzzle-solving skills to the test. With logic puzzles, word games and riddles to crack, this series is perfect for kids aged 7+.

Discover the joys of number puzzles with this book jam-packed with over 80 exciting activities for kids. Ranging from easy to advanced, this cool illustrated collection builds problem-solving, STEM learning, logical thinking and arithmetic skills in a fun and engaging way. Puzzle types include: - Sudoku, a popular number-placement puzzle- Futoshiki, a 'more or less' logic puzzle- Kakuro, a crossword puzzle with numbers>Guaranteed to provide hours of fun for puzzle whizzes aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Brain Twisters are perfect for young readers who want to put their puzzle-solving skills to the test. With logic puzzles, word games and riddles to crack, this series is perfect for kids aged 7+.

This fun and friendly book turns language learning into a wordsearch puzzle! Kids just love wordsearch activities, and this ingenious book uses this familiar puzzle type to reinforce their vocabulary learning. In each puzzle, children must read aloud the words in the list and then find them in the accompanying wordsearch grid, where they appear vertically, horizontally, diagonally and backwards. Some of the word lists have missing letters, so children must fill these in first using the picture clues beside them. Each puzzle has a different theme, such as playground games or jungle animals, so that children will learn common word associations and build their vocabulary. The wordsearches vary in difficulty, so that children can work their way through the book as they become more confident. Illustrated in full-color throughout with charming, modern illustrations, this book is a great resource for adults to support their child's learning outside of the classroom. - Supports and reinforces school learning - Boosts children's confidence> Perfect for kids aged 5+.

This fun and friendly book turns learning to spell into a wordsearch puzzle! Kids just love wordsearch activities, and this ingenious book uses this familiar puzzle type to reinforce spelling. In each puzzle, children must read aloud the words in the list and then find them in the accompanying wordsearch grid. Each wordsearch focuses on a different phonic to help children learn to match a word's sound to its spelling. This focus on phonics will take their spelling to the next level - moving beyond simple memorization as they become able to predict the spelling of words based on their sounds. The wordsearches vary in difficulty, so that children can work their way through the book as they become more confident. Illustrated in full-color throughout with charming, modern illustrations, this book is a great resource for adults to support their child's learning outside of the classroom. - Supports and reinforces school learning - Boosts children's confidence>Perfect for young spellers aged 5+.

Young readers can explore the wonders of the natural world with this beautifully illustrated full-color hardback guide. From marvellous mammals to towering trees, this accessible guide introduces the marvels of nature, with amazing facts and fun activities to try at home. Readers can take a tour of the Amazon rain forest, discover why fireflies glow, find out how to encourage animals into your garden and more in this eye-opening book. Sections include: - How plants grow from seeds. - How animals live together in packs and herds.- The importance of the changing seasons. - How living creatures adapt to their natural habitats.>Wonderfully illustrated by the award-winning Iris Deppe, this hardback guide will inspire a life-long interest in the natural world. Perfect for readers aged 4+.

Young readers can take an intergalactic tour of our universe and solve over 50 mind-boggling, space-themed puzzles along with way! This fantastic, full-color activity book is jam-packed with incredible puzzles and out-of-this-world facts about space. Discover what life is like on the International Space Station, how hot the Sun is, how the entire universe was formed, and much more! Every new idea is brought to life by an entertaining puzzle or activity, including mazes, spot-the-difference and logic puzzles. Topics include: - Planets in our solar system- The Apollo 11 moon landing- Constellations >This vibrantly illustrated book supports STEM learning in an innovative and entertaining way. If only learning were always this much fun! Ideally suited to kids aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Young readers can puzzle it out in the depths of the oceans, the far reaches of space, the systems of the human body and more with the Super Smart Activity Books. These vibrantly illustrated books are filled with brain-teasing activities to reinforce school learning on a range of topics, including science, biology and geography.

This fun-packed science book is sure to get a reaction!>Includes: - Learn to play magnetic soccer- Build a skyscraper from marshmallows and spaghetti - Make a rocket balloon from items at home>Presented in a neat format with rounded corners, color illustrations and a glossary of key scientific terms, this book is perfect for readers aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The STEM in Action series puts math and science learning into practice, bringing together tricks, games and experiments which involve key STEM concepts. With vibrant, hilarious illustrations, these guides make math and science accessible and exciting for young readers.

Set off on a magical journey around the world with Santa Claus in a search-and find festive adventure. Young readers will love scouring each densely-packed scene to spot Santa as he races around the globe making his Christmas deliveries. Can they spot Santa and all the gifts he's dropped to help him finish his delivery in time for Christmas? Santa can be found: - Starring in a movie in Hollywood - Riding a tuk tuk in India - On safari in Kenya - Navigating a hedge maze in England> With 42 intricately detailed, endlessly fascinating search-and-find activities, Where's Santa? is a great way for children to hone their observation skills and celebrate the festive season Perfect for children aged 5+.

"Discover the wisdom and wonder of ancient and modern spellcraft in this invaluable introductory guide to magic. Inside you'll find everything that you need to get started with potions, charms, and enchantments. There is magic inside everyone just waiting to be unleashed--and this book will show you how"--Page 4 of cover.

This fun-packed book is bursting with entertaining activities that will put your math and logic skills to the test. The ingenious puzzles range from classic riddles and code-cracking games to clever Japanese puzzles. Whether you're a logic-game legend or a number-puzzle newbie, you'll find plenty here to love. Tackle the activities solo, or challenge your family and friends to see who's got the skills to be puzzle champion! Includes: - Arithmetic- Percentages- Angles - Fractions>With hilarious full-color illustrations, this activity books is a brilliant blend of education and entertainment for smart kids aged 7+.ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus' mind-bending Smart Kids! series puts young reader's math and logic skills to the test. Featuring wacky full-color illustrations by Diego Funck, these books are perfect for home learning for kids aged 7+.

Is the Yeti real? Has an alien species visited Earth? It's time to examine the evidence ...>Includes: - Ghosts haunted houses, possession, messages from beyond the grave.- UFOs sightings, Area 51, photographic evidence.- Aliens encounters, photographs, abductions. - Atlantis and other lost worlds theories, sunken monuments, lost science. - Bigfoot and other cryptids sightings, photographs, fossils. A compelling read for children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Children's Reference Library uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to space science. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.

"Young readers can discover the medieval world - from the rules of jousting to castle construction techniques - with this comprehensive visual encyclopedia. Full of chivalrous facts, informative illustrations, and photographs of important artifacts, this is a definitive guide to everything you ever needed to know about how people lived in the Middle Ages"--

Children will take great pleasure in carefully exploring the detailed, pattern-based artworks in this delightful odd-one-out puzzle book. Inside they can find a hidden dinosaur fossil, a hatching baby dragon, a sleepy sloth and much more! In solving these puzzles, they'll be improving their concentration, problem-solving, grouping objects and pattern recognition as well as encourage early learning numeracy skills. This beautifully illustrated book is the perfect showcase for the delightful art style of Kathryn Selbert. A joyful, colorful and charming book for children aged 4+.