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Fans of Chris Ferrie’s Rocket Science for Babies, Quantum Physics for Babies, and 8 Little Planets will love this introduction to organic chemistry for babies and toddlers!

It only takes a small spark to ignite a child’s mind.

Written by an expert, Organic Chemistry for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to the structure of organic, carbon-containing compounds and materials. Gift your special little one the opportunity to learn with this perfect science baby gift and help them be one step ahead of pre-med students! With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will love, this installment of the Baby University baby board book series is the perfect way to introduce STEM concepts for babies and toddlers. After all, it’s never too early to become an organic chemist!

If you’re looking for the perfect STEAM book for teachers, science toys for babies, or chemistry toys for kids, look no further! Organic Chemistry for Babies offers fun early learning for your little scientist!

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Find out everything there is to know about the world of Pokémon with this essential character Encyclopedia. UPDATED for 2022 with new information on the Galar Region, Galar Pokédex and content from Pokémon Journeys and Master Journeys. An awesome book for every Pokémon fan, packed with more characters and Trainers than ever before!

The indispensable reference for any Pokémon fan, containing Pokémon from all regions including the newly discovered Galar region.

Revisit unforgettable moments in Ash’s journey to become a Pokémon Master. Travel from Kanto to Kalos, Johto to Sinnoh, Alola and now Galar!

Get to know Trainers, discover battle moves and meet Gym Leaders, plus learn about some legendary battles along the way.

And of course, meet old and new Pokémon characters. Learn their types, moves, key stats, strengths and weaknesses with the newly updated Pokédex, including Galar Pokémon.

This comprehensive Encyclopedia contains everything fans need to immerse themselves in the wonderful world of Pokémon.

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The home of trusted Mandarin dictionaries for everyday language learning.

Learn how to write 250 of the commonest Chinese characters, with stroke by stroke guidance on every page.

With thousands of characters to learn, beginning to read and write Chinese is a daunting task. Aimed at learners, this book takes you through 250 of the commonest characters in a clear and accessible way.

The meaning of every character is explained along with information about its radical, the compound words it can form, its history, and more. There is a practice grid on every page, showing how the character is written, with space for you to practise writing the character for yourself.

It is generally agreed that learners of Chinese need a working knowledge of about 100 characters in order to make themselves at all understood and to travel in China, so Easy Learning Chinese Characters is a great place to start.

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‘This powerful, vividly illustrated book proudly reframes Black British history’
The Guardian

‘… a brilliant, fascinating history book’
The Week Junior, Book of the Week

‘I started reading and couldn’t put it down. It’s the kind of book I wish I’d had when I was a kid’
Joseph Coelho, Children’s Laureate

‘This book is revolutionary’
Kelechi Okafor, actor, writer and podcast host

An eye-opening story of Britain, focusing on a part of our past that has mostly been left out of the history books: the brilliant Black history of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.

Did you know that the first Britons were Black? Or that some of the Roman soldiers who invaded and ruled Britain were Black, too? Join this fascinating journey through the ages to meet those first Britons, as well as the Black Tudors, Georgians and Victorians who existed in every walk of life here. The incredible journey through time is brought to life through Atinuke’s fascinating storytelling and illustrated scenes, detailed maps, and timelines created by illustrator Kingsley Nebechi.

From science and sport to literature and law, celebrate the brilliant Black people who have helped build Britain. Learn about key and complex historical topics such as the world wars, slavery, the industrial revolution, Windrush and the Black Lives Matter movement. This fascinating book will change everything you thought you knew about our green-grey British isles.

‘We would recommend this book to any child, adult or teacher’
Stop Hate UK

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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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Fans of Chris Ferrie’s ABCs of Science, Organic Chemistry for Babies, and Quantum Physics for Babies will love this introduction to Einstein’s most famous theory!

Help your future genius become the smartest baby in the room! It only takes a small spark to ignite a child’s mind.

Written by an expert, General Relativity for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to Einstein’s most famous theory. Babies (and grownups!) will learn all about black holes, gravitational waves, and more. With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will love, this installment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to even the youngest scientists. After all, it’s never too early to become a quantum physicist!

If you’re looking for books similar to Baby Loves Science by Ruth Spiro, quantum information for babies, or infant science books, look no further! General Relativity for Babies offers fun early learning for your little quantum physicist!

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Journey through a mammoth timeline, richly illustrated with over 1500 photos, maps and illustrations. Written in association with the esteemed Smithsonian Museum.

A beautiful visual reference book with key events of world history, written in an elementary language for budding historians.

Take chronological steps through human history, starting long before we even began to write. Learn about significant global events like the rise of different societies, revolutions, invasions, and new discoveries. Meet the most memorable people from history books including charismatic leaders, brutal dictators, influential thinkers, and innovative scientists.

Written with kids ages 9 to 12 in mind, this book uses unpretentious language and gives straightforward fun facts. The “Child Of The Time” feature encourages young people to imagine themselves in the past and lets them know that children had a place in history. Older readers will love this engaging educational book too! Dive in and explore the parts of the past you haven’t yet discovered.

The multitude of photos, maps and graphics make reading about history simple and enjoyable. This visual reference guide provides the reader with an overview of the most fascinating events in history, with concise and bite-sized information. Follow the timeline from our most distant past, all the way through to recent events that you may still remember happening!

The History of the World, From the Stone Age to the Digital Age

Go beyond British history and explore the world in this modern twist on an old-fashioned history book. It is easier to follow, organised along a timeline with photos of archaeological artefacts, old maps and exciting pictures. You won’t just read about world history, you’ll see it too.

Take a step back in time! This history book covers the following eras:
– 6.5 MYA – 3000 BCE Before History Began
– 3000 BCE – 700 BCE Really Ancient History
– 700 BCE – 500 CE Much More Civilisation
– 500 – 1450 The Marvellous Middle Ages
– 1450 – 1750 Exploring and Reforming
– 1750 – 1850 Time for Change
– 1850 – 1945 Empires and World Wars
– 1945 – Present Fast Forward

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Does the poise, grace, and beauty of a prima ballerina take your breath away? Ever dreamt of landing that perfect pirouette?

Covering everything from basic positions to the finesse of a pas de deux, this inspiring book will help your child pursue the elegant dance form of ballet. Perfect your port de bras and learn how to dance adagio and allegro. You will even find out the best way to look after your ballet shoes and ensure your make up is just right for your first night on stage.

Using gorgeous photos of ballet dancers and easy-to-follow instructions, one of the world’s finest ballet dancers Dame Darcey Busell will teach you various poses, jumps, and exercises, as well as advanced moves and pointework.

You will also discover folk and character dancing and read about the great choreographers and composers throughout ballet’s history.

The Ballet Book beautifully illustrates the world of ballet with captivating notes on classical techniques, the evolution of the dance form, the world’s greatest dancers, and a fascinating look on what goes on behind the scene.

Budding ballet dancers, this one’s for you!

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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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Finally, a scientific series that treats babies like the geniuses they are! With scientific and mathematical information from an expert, this is the perfect book for the next Einstein.
Written by an expert, Quantum Entanglement for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to one of nature’s weirdest phenomenons. Babies (and grownups!) will learn about the wild world of quantum particles. With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will love, this installment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to even the youngest scientists. After all, it’s never too early to become a quantum physicist!
Baby University: It only takes a small spark to ignite a child’s mind.

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An ideal dictionary for compete beginners with humorous illustrations demonstrating hundreds of everyday Spanish phrases and tips on pronunciation and grammar. Arranged by topic from introducing yourself to asking directions and eating out. Includes internet links to websites with video clips, activities and downloadable puzzles.

Also available with an audio CD of recordings of all the words and phrases.

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Fans of Chris Ferrie’s ABCs of Economics, ABCs of Space, and Organic Chemistry for Babies will love this introduction to neural networks for babies and toddlers!

Help your future genius become the smartest baby in the room! It only takes a small spark to ignite a child’s mind.

Neural Networks for Babies by Chris Ferrie is a colorfully simple introduction to the study of how machines and computing systems are created in a way that was inspired by the biological neural networks in animal and human brains. With scientific and mathematical information from an expert, this installment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect book for enlightening the next generation of geniuses. After all, it’s never too early to become a scientist!

If you’re looking for programming for babies, coding for babies, or more Baby University board books to surprise your little one, look no further! Neural Networks for Babies offers fun early learning for your little scientist!

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Become an expert on sports, just in time for the 2016 Olympics! From archery to zip lining this book covers EVERYTHING about the world’s favourite team and individual sports.

With stunning visuals and energetic, impactful design, readers won’t stop until they’ve learned everything there is to know about the history, rules and regs, training, and practice of dozens of athletic pursuits. Includes popular sports such as baseball, basketball, football, soccer, tennis, and quirkier sports such as fencing, curling, and table tennis.

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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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Help your child learn all about the world with My First Encyclopedia by Priddy Books.

Explore our wonderful world in this big book of exciting information, fascinating photographs, and colourful illustrations.

Priddy Learning: My First Encyclopedia will provide hours of fun reading for curious children. It is divided into eight subject chapters: Earth, Living World, Animals, History, Science, Things That Go, Human Body and People & Culture.

Approved by subject specialists, every page is packed full of interesting information written in accessible language for children. The specially commissioned illustrations and stunning photographs help children understand each topic.

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