(Paperback)

The inspiring true story of the "John J. Harvey"--the retired NYC fireboat that was reinstated into emergency service on September 11, 2001--is told, bringing a New York City icon to life and celebrating the energy and hope of a place and its people. Full color.

(Hardback)

Fires, accidents, earthquakes and floods - firefighters are never far from danger. This thrilling book shows where they work, how they fight fires and how they rescue people. Usborne Beginners is an exciting series of books for children who are beginning to read on their own.

(Hardback)

"From the first gunpowder-filled bamboo stalk thrown on a bonfire to dazzling overhead multicolor displays of today, Fireworks is a fun and informative look at the development of an invention that sparks joy"--

(Paperback)

"From the first gunpowder-filled bamboo stalk thrown on a bonfire to dazzling overhead multicolor displays of today, Fireworks is a fun and informative look at the development of an invention that sparks joy"--

(Hardback)

An amazing introduction to jungle and rainforest life accompanied by brilliant full colour photos of creatures in action.

(Paperback)

Beautifully illustrated first spotter's guides for 4-7 year-olds.

(Paperback)

Beautifully illustrated first spotter's guides for 4-7 year-olds.

(Paperback)

Beautifully illustrated first spotter's guides for 4-7 year-olds.

(Paperback)

Beautifully illustrated first spotter's guides for 4-7 year-olds.

(Paperback)

A simple and colourful guide to playing the recorder for absolute beginners. Cartoon characters explain how to play each note, and provide an entertaining introduction to reading and understanding music. Carefully graded tunes - including well-known tunes, folk songs and Christmas carols - help players to develop their musical and technical skills.

(Spiral bound)

A new edition of the hugely popular First Cookbook, which introduces children to the basic techniques of cooking through a selection of mouth-watering recipes

Ages 7+

(Hardback)

An encyclopedia that introduces young readers to the wonders of the animal world. Filled with information on mammals, birds, reptiles, creepy-crawlies and waterlife, it answers such questions as 'Which animal has a tongue as long as its body'; 'How does a whale breath'; 'How does a snake see in the dark'; and, 'Why do zebras have stripes'.

(Hardback)

Introduces young readers to the wonders of the past. Filled with historical information from the first people, farmers, cities and civilisations all the way to the World Wars and the modern day, this book answers such questions as 'What were the pyramids for'; 'Who lived in the Forbidden City'; and, 'When was the World Wide Web invented'.

(Hardback)

An ideal book for children with lots of questions about the world we live in, such as 'Why is the night dark' 'What is snow' and 'What is under the sea' This charming encyclopedia is full of simple, easy-to-read text and lively, detailed illustrations, introducing young readers to the basic concepts of geography.

(Hardback)

Why do things float What happens to the food you eat Suitable for school projects, this book helps you find out the answers to these and many more questions. It introduces young readers to the wonders of science. It comes with simple text, photographs and illustrations, fun science activities and exciting recommended Web sites.

(Hardback)

This fact-packed introduction to the wonders of the sea covers subjects including coral reefs, whales and dolphins, undersea exploration and environmental threats. With internet links to exciting websites, including a virtual tour of the seabed and downloadable images of weird and wonderful sea creatures, easy-to-read text and superb photographs.

(Hardback)

In the tradition of New York Times bestsellers Rad American Women A-Z and Women in Science comes a book celebrating the diversity and contributions of 36 immigrants and refugees to the United States of America.

(Paperback)

(Paperback)

(Board book)

(Paperback)

Packed full of photography, quizzes and amazing facts, this title helps children become space experts in no time. Covering everything from observatories and rockets, to the solar system and the death of stars, it takes them on a trip of the galaxy to investigate all the planets, from Earth to Mars.

(Paperback)

Fundamental and FUN first coding concepts for kids, and the great thing is: it's unplugged!

(Hardback)

Fundamental and FUN first coding concepts for kids, and the great thing is: it's unplugged!

(Paperback)

Fundamental and FUN first coding concepts for kids, and the great thing is: it's unplugged!