(Hardback)

These write-in activity books are packed with puzzles to solve, objects to design and colour, inventions to brainstorm and experiments to do - using only the book and the contents of your pencil case.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

(Paperback)

Seal loves her new speed boat, but she keeps going too fast! Can she learn to be more careful This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations throughout. A delight to share with very young children, and with parents notes on phonics at the back of the book.

(Board book)

Visit the world of Ancient Rome, from bustling streets and busy ports to steaming baths and gruesome games.

With stunning illustrations and inventive flaps, this book reveals how the Romans really lived.

(Board book)

Some of the most famous and daring explorers from history are featured in this interactive, lift-the-flap reference book. Find out about Marco Polo's journey from Italy to China in 1271, Ibn Battuta's 28-year trip around the globe, Christopher Columbus' discovery of the 'New World', the race to the poles, space exploration and lots more.

(Board book)

Tells the wonderful, mysterious and often funny stories behind famous inventions

Ages: 6+

Flaps reveal lovingly detailed artwork to show the hidden workings inside inventions

Carefully researched text explains the differences between discovery, invention and innovation, and how these three aspects unite

Ages: 6+

(Board book)

Delve under London's streets from the days when the Romans ruled through to the hustle and bustle of the modern-day capital. Part of the "See Inside" series, this title includes double page spreads on medieval times, the Tudor period, the Plague, the Great Fire of London, the restoration, Victorian London and the Blitz.

(Board book)

Take a tour of the fabulous city of New York with this beautifully illustrated book with over 80 flaps to lift. Compare the heights of world-famous skyscrapers, look around leafy Central Park, visit Grand Central station, dazzling Times Square and much more. Includes links to specially selected websites for more information.

(Board book)

A new addition to the "See Inside" series about ships throughout history from Viking longboats to Spanish galleons, ironclads to aircraft carriers. Lifting the flaps reveals the insides of ships from across the ages, explaining in simple, clear language what they were used for, how the crew and passengers lived and how they sailed the oceans.

(Board book)

A lift-the-flap book for older children covers life in Britain from Anglo-Saxon invasions to the 21st Century.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

(Board book)

Explaining the intricacies of the brain, this book presents the science of synapses as well as brain functions such as how memories are stored and the meaning of dreams. It covers the part which the brain plays in our every action and thought. It provides an introduction to the world of neurological science for young children.

(Board book)

Part of the "See Inside" series, this book enables readers to go on a journey to the centre of the earth and back. It uses embedded flaps to explain the world under our feet, from plants and animals to underground trains and pipes, right through to the earth's core past gold mines, stalagmites and fossils.

(Hardback)

Fantastic new additions to the revamped Beginners series, each of which is designed to provide a first step on the road of learning for young readers.

Ages 4+

204x150mm 32pp

(Board book)

(Hardback)

Far away, in a magical castle, a king and queen throw a magnificent party for their new-born daughter, Rose. But one of the fairies is left off the guest list - and she is furious. How far will she go to get revenge

Ages 5+

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

Every so often, two people are born who are a perfect match for each other. Soulmates. After meeting at a local band night, Poppy and Noah find themselves swept up in a whirlwind romance unlike anything they've ever experienced before...

(Paperback)

Children can fly rockets, dodge aliens and explore strange planets as they make their way through 45 out-of-this-world maze puzzles. Each maze is more challenging than the last, from finding a safety alarm in the International Space Station to dodging craters on the moon. The correct paths through all the mazes are shown at the back of the book.

(Paperback)

An illustrated dictionary with over 2000 words and phrases, and amusing pictures of busy everyday scenes. Arranged thematically so words appear in context with topics on 'buying food', 'at work' and 'in the countryside' and more. An online pronunciation guide allows readers to listen to every word in the book, read by a native Spanish speaker.

(Paperback)

What can Spider get up to in a glider One thing's for sure. She'll end up saving the day. A fun rhyming story, specially written to develop phonemic awareness, with lively illustrations by David Semple. This book is ideal both for reading aloud and for children who are beginning to read for themselves.

(Paperback)

The Spider Queen wants a Halloween feast. So Weevil and his team set to work. But will a sneaky thief spoil the party Find out in this latest addition to the popular phonics readers series. With phonically regular text, this funny story is all treat and no tricks. Great to read aloud.

(Hardback)

Fantastic new additions to the revamped Beginners series, each of which is designed to provide a first step on the road of learning for young readers.

(Spiral bound)

A comprehensive cookbook covering all the basics of cooking, perfect for children or beginners of any age.

Age 8+

Recipes range from simple sandwiches, salads, soups, stews and desserts through to classics such as roast chicken, homemade bread, sponge cake, chocolate chip cookies and even profiteroles.

Age 8+

(Paperback)

This volume aims to tell a young player with no experience everything they need to know about chess, from how to set out the pieces to special moves and tactics. It contains simple diagrams intended to make examples and puzzles easy to follow.