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The Story of Spaceflight is a journey through humanity’s quest to understand our place in the universe…and our struggles to reach the stars. Guided by the curious students of the London Academy of ideas and Ingenuity, readers travel through time and space to witness the evolution of spaceflight – from the invention of gunpowder in ancient China and early rocketry to Newton’s laws of physics, the Wright brothers’ first flight, the jet age, and the space race. They explore moon landings, space stations, and the bold dreams for humanity’s future among the stars. Blending science, history, and imagination, this engaging tale brings to life the milestones that shaped our path into space.
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£8.99
The people of Yrred are terrified of monsters, and fear is spreading like wildfire. So when Kruger the Clown comes to town, they leap at his offer to catch the creatures haunting Yrred and force them to perform at his circus. Only Frank knows the town’s secret – and his own. He is the monster they’re all afraid of. But he’s also a nine-year-old boy, who has finally found friends like him. Frank and his monster friends must reveal the truth of Kruger’s cruel circus before the hateful plan takes hold.
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It’s 1923 in Warsaw. Seven-year-old Izaak’s parents have died, and his older sisters can’t care for him. So, Izaak goes to live in a Jewish orphanage run by Janusz Korczak, a prominent doctor and writer. Izaak is unhappy about leaving home, and he misses his sisters. But now he has enough to eat. He goes to school for the first time. And Dr. Korczak’s unconventional ideas about children’s rights slowly open his eyes to his own worth and his life’s future possibilities. Through Amanda West Lewis’s spare but resonant text and Abigail Rajunov’s limited colour palette, this unforgettable graphic novel brings to life an important piece of pre-war Polish Jewish history. It also pays tribute to the inspiring Janusz Korczak, a renowned writer and thinker whose advocacy for children’s rights was influential around the world. Korczak is a benevolent and even playful presence in the story, who reads his books to the children and allows them to set
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This super-simple rhyming Beginner Book follows everyone’s favourite prehistoric creatures as they go about their day-the perfect introduction to dinosaurs for budding paleontologists! Early each morning the dinosaurs rise. The sun comes up. They open their eyes. Everyone looks for something to eat. Plant-eaters want plants. Meat-eaters want meat.
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£12.99
Grandma spreads her newly washed futon to dry in the sun. The futon is so soft and smells so clean! The cat can’t resist nestling down for a snooze. Instead of chasing it away, Grandma settles in alongside, soon followed by the hen and her chicks, a little boy, the dog, the goat, and the pig family. Soon the whole household is taking a nap! Until Grandma starts to find the futon so comfy that no one else can fit.
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£6.99
In a rugged northern village, there lived a brave Viking warrior named Gunnar. Deep down, Gunnar had a secret: He felt something was missing from his life.During a voyage to a southern town, Gunnar’s destiny took a turn when he smelled a delicious aroma coming from an empty cabin. Inside, he discovered a wonderful treat that completely overwhelmed him: Pizza! When he returned home, Gunnar tried to recreate the recipe. His first Viking pizza was born, and it was … a disaster.He tried again and again until he perfected his recipe. He couldn’t wait to share it with his fellow villagers. As demand for his pizza grew, Gunnar faced a tough decision. Should he continue to swing his sword and seek adventure, or should he pursue his true passion in the kitchen? Tag along to see if Gunnar follows his dreams and lives deliciously ever after.”A stylish picture book from Vaisberg about finding one’s true calling—one pie at a time.” —
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The second title in award-winner Chris Riddell's Mermaid series, revealing all the underwater secrets of Atalanta Scrimshaw and her friends in this fantasy adventure. Perfect for readers of 7 to 9, and fans of Ottoline and The Little Mermaid.
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Grow your imagination and choose your own story in this new picture book by the wonderful Tom Schamp.
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£7.99
A first book of of potty training! Essential books for toddlers and parents, from the bestselling Steve Antony, award-winning creator of Please Mr Panda!
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I love to build things! Discover what a day in the life of an engineer is like in this sweet board book for little future builders everywhere. Simple text and sweet illustrations on every page take you out from constructing houses, to laying roads and railways, perfect for building vocabulary and encouraging imaginative play.
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A brilliant buggy book with a handy strap to take it with you wherever you go, based on the bestselling The Gruffalo.
The Monster and the Clown 
