Messi may have won the World Cup in 2022 but is he reallly a better striker than Mbappé? Which midfielder creates more chances for his side – City’s De Bruyne or Barca’s Pedri? Who’s the best penalty saver – Alisson or Neuer? While every fan has their opinion, back yours up with the latest stats featured in Football Legends 2024 and show them who’s the best football pundit!

Showcasing the top 100 stars in the modern game, Football Legends 2024 offers the latest facts and stats of players in every position who play in Europe’s elite leagues.

With a star profile on each page, this visually arresting almanac is packed with incisive data and includes stunning heat maps that show the pitch movements of every player featured. Get your copy now and start comparing the goals, assists, saves, freekicks (and a host of other data) of the current icons in world football.

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The perfect gift to entertain kids all year round!

Be amazed and astounded with a new fact every single day of the year.

With 365 fascinating facts on everything from animals and nature to science, space, the world and more.

Did you know that red-eyed tree frogs have three eyelids?
That candy floss was actually invented by a dentist?
Or that on the 4th November 1922, Ancient Egypt’s most famous pharaoh was discovered?

You’ll find a perfect mix of random trivia and ‘on this day’ facts, plus tons of colourful photos to entertain all year round.

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A captivating exploration of world religions, from the perspective of a curious kid.

Religion around the World: A Curious Kid’s Guide to the World’s Great Faiths explores the world’s major faiths, making the traditions, beliefs, practices, and history of each accessible to kids ages 8-12. This visually compelling book presents each religion as a rich tradition that has served as a force for human connection and good in the world. Colorful illustrations, charts, graphs, maps, and other infographics, along with clear, age-appropriate text, make this an appealing book for browsing, research, and learning.

Curious Kids’ Guides present cool and surprising information about Christian and other religions’ history and beliefs in an entertaining, visually engaging way.

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And did you know that cash machines in Vatican City have an option to read their instructions in Latin? Did you know tug-of-war and rope climbing used to be official Olympic sports?

There is no denying that the world is super interesting, and these Super Interesting Facts for Smart Kids prove precisely that!

This fascinating book brings you a total of 1272 facts – covering every subject from science to sport, sea creatures to stars, and kings and queens to reptiles and amphibians – in a wild ride of extraordinary information, guaranteed to surprise and amaze even the smartest kids!

• Twelve chapters divide these amazing facts into themed sections such as: Space, Sport, History, Geography, Sport, Science, Words and Language, and The Arts.
• Each chapter is then split into several smaller sections, so readers can explore the world in even more detail!
• And a final Pot Luck section covers anything and everything not included elsewhere – including facts about dance, business, fashion, and technology.

Only here will you find out why you have to stand on a chair to play an octobass, why exactly the French king Charles IV went mad, and where on Earth there is an island that is so mountainous that the people who live there have to speak in a language made entirely of loud whistles!

So what are you waiting for?! Let’s dive right into these Super Interesting Facts for Smart Kids!

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An essential resource for all Scrabble enthusiasts.

Stuck on how to decide on what is a valid word in Scrabble?
This edition, in paperback, is fully updated to include all valid words between 2 and 9 letters in length from the latest official Scrabble word list, and allows players to settle disputes over the eligibility of words.

Stuck on how to decide on what is a valid word in Scrabble?
This major new edition is fully updated to include all valid words between 2 and 9 letters in length from the latest official Scrabble word list, and allows players to settle disputes over the eligibility of words.

Short definitions are given for every main word listed, and have been updated for this new edition, allowing players to check meanings of words without having to consult a second dictionary.

Collins Scrabble dictionaries are endorsed by Mattel and are an essential reference for all Scrabble players.

©2022 Mattel. SCRABBLE™ and SCRABBLE tiles, including S1 tiles, are trademarks of Mattel

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The revolution is here. In breakthrough after breakthrough, pioneering physicists are unlocking a new quantum universe which provides a better representation of reality than our everyday experiences and common sense ever could. The birth of quantum computers – which, like Schrödinger’s famous dead-and-alive cat, rely on entities like electrons existing in a mixture of states – is starting to turn the computing world on its head.

In his fascinating study of this cutting-edge technology (first published as Computing with Quantum Cats and now featuring a new foreword), John Gribbin updates his previous views on the nature of quantum reality, arguing for a universe of many parallel worlds where ‘everything is real’. Looking back to Alan Turing’s work on the Enigma machine and the first electronic computer, Gribbin explains how quantum theory developed to make quantum computers work in practice as well as in principle. He takes us beyond the arena of theoretical physics to explore their practical applications – from machines which learn through ‘intuition’ and trial and error to unhackable laptops and smartphones. And he investigates the potential for this extraordinary science to allow communication faster than light and even teleportation, as we step into a world of infinite possibility.

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Uncover fascinating tidbits about countries, cities, mountains, deserts, and forests, as you explore the hidden gems of our planet’s geography. Delve into captivating stories about historical landmarks, renowned architectural marvels, and awe-inspiring natural formations that have captured the imagination of explorers and adventurers for centuries.

Inside the Book:

• Discover incredible facts about countries, cities, mountains, deserts, and forests from around the world.
• Unravel the mysteries of renowned historical landmarks and architectural wonders.
• Explore the diverse cultures and traditions that shape different regions.
• Delve into lesser-known facts that will surprise even the most seasoned globetrotter.
• Best for readers of all ages, from curious children to lifelong learners seeking a deeper understanding of our planet’s geography.
• Eye-catching photos

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Do you want to learn the world’s most spoken language? This easy-to-use beginner’s guide and audio app will get you speaking basic Mandarin in no time.

With useful tips, practice exercises, and fascinating insights into Chinese culture, Easy Peasy Chinese teaches you how to read, write, and speak Mandarin Chinese step by step. The accompanying audio app will help you perfect your pronunciation and quickly get to grips with the Mandarin tones. Aimed at children aged 8+, but of appeal to beginners of all ages, it will teach you all the words and phrases you’ll need to get by in China, so you can introduce yourself, read and write numbers, and chat about the weather, food, and interests. What’s more, you can give yourself a Chinese name, haggle over shop prices, and learn all about the national culture.

The book covers Pinyin, the system used to spell out Chinese characters using Roman letters, and introduces the Chinese writing system, including more than 200 of the most frequently used Chinese characters. Bold illustrations and photographs, and a compact, super-stylish design help make the process of learning fun and accessible. There is no Great Wall stopping you from learning now.

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Playful puppies! Cuddly kittens! Beautiful birds! Learn all about pets with fur, feathers, fins, scales, and shells–and how to find and care for the perfect family pet.

Whether cats, dogs, guinea pigs, birds, fish, snakes or others, this adorable reference book introduces kids to a wide variety of family-friendly pets. Readers learn which kinds of animals make good pets and which ones are better off staying in the wild, along with how each type of pet eats, sleeps, and plays. Packed with more than 200 colourful photos, the book also provides information on animal breeds, characteristics, and behavior and includes tips for training pets. Filled with fun facts and designed for interactive learning, this book will quickly become a favorite at storytime, bedtime, or any time.

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This book also includes technology and environment words to help children navigate the world around them, as well as the growing virtual one. The 2-column alphabetical dictionary format makes words easy to find and introduces young children to using a dictionary.

Free downloadable learning resources, activities, puzzles, and much more are available for additional online support at www.oxfordschooldictionaries.com.

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