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Andy may be a little socially awkward, but thanks to his awesome atomic pencil--which can bring doodles to life--he's far from an ordinary dweeb. Look out, evil-doers...here comes SUPER DWEEB! Meanwhile, witness the diabolical origin story of Doctor Eraser-Butt--the sinister super-scientist who can obliterate objects from existence with the power of his behind.

What is the longest bone in your body? Are turkeys from Turkey? When was toilet paper invented?> This book will inspire curiosity, spark conversation and improve general knowledge. Perfect for children aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Big Ideas! is a dynamic, educational "fun fact" series for children. Illustrated throughout with humorous cartoons. Packed with surprising facts, stats, and records that kids will just love to share, it revels in all things weird, unexpected, mind-blowing, funny, and gross!

This delightfully illustrated full-color book is the perfect introduction to the majestic wonders of the wild world - trees! Trees are the silent guardians of the earth. They create the food we eat, the air we breath and the shelter we need. In this fact-packed guide, young readers can discover the importance of trees, their various species and how they grow from seedling to towering trunk. Kids can follow the life cycle of an oak, take a tour of the Amazon rain forest, meet woodland creatures and learn how trees change with the seasons. They can also try the practical activities included such as making leaf rubbings and planting a seed. Find out about: - Why trees are so important to people.- How trees change with the seasons. - Types of trees from around the world. - Creatures that make their homes in trees. - How to make a leaf rubbing.>With clear text, vibrant visuals, and a glossary of key terms, this beautifully illustrated hardback is an engaging and accessible introduction to trees for readers aged 5+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The All About Nature series brings together beautifully illustrated guides introducing the wonders of the natural world to the youngest of readers. With fascinating facts and practical exercises to try at home, these accessible books will ignite a lifelong love and appreciation for the plants and animals of our world.

"Children can release their inner artist with this beginner's guide to drawing animals, with simple step-by-step exercises to complete. This practical workbook will show kids easy ways to draw wonderful animals with 50 creative projects. Each will start with a simple shape -- a triangle, a square or a circle -- and in a few simple steps it will be an adorable dog, a pretty parrot, a giant giraffe, a cute koala or something else entirely!"--

"From the Earth's core to the highest mountain peaks, young readers can explore the wonders of planet earth with this beautifully illustrated, inspirational, and accessible guide."--

Packed with breath-taking full-color medical photography, dozens of detailed diagrams, and concise, easy-to-follow text, it's the ultimate reference guide to human biology - from bones and muscles to the brain. Learn how hard you heart works, why you sleep, what happens when you eat and more.

Why are flamingos pink? What's so surprising about a platypus' beak? And just what is a capybara? This exciting and eye-opening hardback takes young readers on a journey of discovery through the animal kingdom. The chapters are divided by continent with annotated, full-color maps, demonstrating the extraordinary variety of our planet's animals - and showcasing many creatures that will be unfamiliar to many young readers. Includes: - Animals of the world - Animals under threat - People's relationship to animals - How to help animals and the planet> Brimming over with beautiful illustrations, and meticulous researched throughout, this volume presents a wonderful opportunity to discover lesser known animals from all over the world, and to see familiar animals in a whole new light. Annotated maps give context to readers' discoveries. Ideal for wild-about-animals kids aged 8+.

Discover the secrets of the stars in this invaluable introductory guide to astrology. It's a must-have for every teen who's ready to explore the hidden wisdom of the cosmos... and shine a light on their own life! Inside you'll find everything that you need to get started with this exciting discipline. Discover the secrets of zodiac signs, astrological houses, and the power of the planets. Find out what star lore says about your personality, what the universe has in store for you - and delight your friends by giving them predictions too. Discover the mysterious ways that the stars shape everyday life as well as major events ... and take control of your own destiny. ABOUT THE SERIES: Young witches-in-training can learn everything they need to know with the Teen Witches' Guides, from palm reading and crystal healing. With modern graphic illustrations, these practical guides are perfect for readers aged 10+.

"Discover the amazing stories behind the flags of the world in this spectacular hardcover encyclopaedia for young readers"--

"This is a . . . guide to natural disasters. You'll discover their causes, explore how they unfold, and see for yourself the incredible and inspirational ways in which scientists and rescue workers work together to protect the public"--Provided by publisher.

This heritage edition of The Velveteen Rabbit features the original cover art and illustrations by William Nicholson. Since its first publication in 1922, Margery Williams's much-loved, timeless tale of a toy rabbit's fervent wish to become real has captured the hearts of millions of adults and children alike. After accompanying the Boy on many happy adventures, tragedy strikes, and the Rabbit's terrible fate looks to be set. Or can magic intervene? This enchanting story is presented in a beautiful facsimile hardback edition with a cloth spine and original full-color illustrations, making it a wonderful collector's item.

"This ... illustrated full-color guide tells the ... tale of our planet, from Earth's formation from swirling stardust to the present day and near-future. Young readers can discover the story behind everything from volcanoes to weather, where the Moon and our mountains came from, and other fascinating secrets"--

"Think you know these classic tales? Guess again!"--Cover.

Kids won't need a compass to find their way through these mega-mazes! This fun-packed activity book is packed with over 150 clever mazes that young puzzlers will just love. These mazes reward patience with a sense of achievement. As well as this, they also boost concentration, focus, and build kids' confidence in problem-solving. Fantastic fun for puzzlers aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Bamboozle, befuddle and blow the minds of young readers with the Absolutely Epic Activity Books. This fab and funny series of puzzles, experiments and activities feature wacky cartoon illustrations and are perfect for kids aged 7+.

What's a brain freeze? Are maggots good for you? How long are your intestines? Young readers can discover the answers to these questions and more in this astounding book, which is overflowing with fascinating - not to mention disgusting - facts about the human body. From peculiar parasites to weird bodily functions, children can learn the science behind the sticky, gross and bizarre! With vibrant illustrations, engaging text and stats that are great for sharing, this book is perfect for curious kids aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Big Ideas! is a dynamic, educational "fun fact" series for children aged seven and up, illustrated throughout with humorous cartoons. Packed with surprising facts, stats, and records that kids will just love to share, it revels in all things weird, unexpected, mind-blowing, funny, and gross!

In this graphic novel/illustrated book combo, Andy wishes that he had awesome powers like the heroes of his homemade comic stories. But instead, he's stuck in the real world, where he has an annoying little brother, a super-weird teacher--and everyone says he's a total dweeb. Then one day, he discovers an oversized, glowing pencil on a school trip to the local toxic waste dump. He starts sketching and finds that he can redraw reality.

What is a "living fossil?" Can jellyfish live forever? What is the deadliest animal on the planet? > This book will inspire curiosity, spark conversation and improve general knowledge. Perfect for children aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Big Ideas! is a dynamic, educational "fun fact" series for children, illustrated throughout with humorous cartoons. Packed with surprising facts, stats, and records that kids will just love to share, it revels in all things weird, unexpected, mind-blowing, funny, and gross!

This ingenious book will show you just how much FUN math can be! Strap in for an amazing roller-coaster ride through a world of mathematical games. Written by award-winning science writer Anna Claybourne, this inspiring book promotes math learning with a twist. Inside you will find pen-and-paper games to play against friends, intense challenges to try by yourself and exciting projects you can tackle using ordinary household objects. Young readers can rediscover subjects such as geometry, statistics, and measurement in a completely new light, learning time-saving tips and tricks for common math problems. Featuring delightful illustration and a glossary of key terms, it promotes functional problem solving and builds confidence in math. 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.