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A poignant and heartwarming picture book exploring the nature of sadness, beautifully illustrated by David Litchfield and now available in paperback.

Perfect for fans of STEM, this inspiring picture book biography tells the extraordinary story of pioneering astronomer Maria Mitchell.Maria longed to travel beyond her island of Nantucket. But how? Her father taught her that if you know how to read the stars, they can tell you where you need to go. They spent hours scanning the sky. Maria learned to use astronomers' tools to measure and track stars. But what could she do with her skills? Then one day, she heard that a prize was being offered to the first person to find a new comet. Could this be the opportunity she was waiting for?From small island girl to renowned astronomer --- Martha Mitchell's story will leave kids starstruck!

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.One of Us Is Lying, a Level 6 Reader, is B1+ in the CEFR framework. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to four clauses, introducing future continuous, reported questions, third conditional, was going to and ellipsis. A small number of illustrations support the text.A geek, a jock, a criminal, a princess. A murder.Everyone has secrets. How far would you go to protect yours? Five students at Bayview High must stay late at school but only four of them leave alive. Bronwyn, Cooper, Nate and Addy all become suspects in a murder. Who do you believe?Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Digital Minimalism, a Level 7 Reader, is B2 in the CEFR framework. The longer text is made up of sentences with up to four clauses, introducing future perfect simple, mixed conditionals, past perfect continuous, mixed conditionals, more complex passive forms and modals for deduction in the past.Cal Newport is a professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University in the USA. He has written a number of books on computers and technology.This book is useful for anyone who is worried about the amount of time they are spending online and shows them how to use less technology in their life. Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

A laugh-out-loud, read-aloud picture-book guide to the wildest and wackiest unicorns you can imagine, from the author of the Oi Frog and Friends series, Kes Gray, and illustrator of The Dinosaur that Pooped series, Garry Parsons.Dive into this delightfully silly unicorn Who's Who and get ready to discover:- spooky BOO!nicorns- polite AFTERYOUnicorns- floating BALLOONincorns- smelly POOnicorns- clumsy BUMPINTOnicorns- and so many more!This funny and surprising new take on the unicorn craze is jam-packed with joyful wordplay and hilarious illustrations. It's also a brilliantly inventive way to encourage children's creativity and imagination.*A fully illustrated version of Daisy and Gabby's story from the bestselling Daisy and the Trouble with Unicorns*

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.Amazing Muslims Who Changed the World, a Level 3 Reader, is A2 in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing first conditional, past continuous and present perfect simple for general experience. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear on most pages.The are many famous Muslims in this book - for example, Malala Yousafzai, Sir Mo Farah and Muhammad Ali. But there are many more Muslim people who have changed our world. From pirate queens and athletes to warriors and mathematicians, this book is about some of these amazing Muslims.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

A bilingual edition of Richard Scarry’s 100 First Words, perfect for introducing little ones to basic words in English and Spanish—and to Richard Scarry’s Busytown!Una edición bilingüe de las 100 primeras palabras de Richard Scarry, perfecta para presentarles a los pequeños palabras básicas en inglés y español, ¡y al mundo de Richard Scarry!This super-sturdy casebound board book introduces babies and toddlers to 100 essential first words—in both English and Spanish— and to the artwork of Richard Scarry! Illustrated with images of everyday items from Richard Scarry’s most-popular Busytown books, there's something fun to find on every page! It’s perfect for learning and for play. Also, a great way to introduce young children to the friendly characters in Richard Scarry’s Busytown! ¡Este libro súper resistente de cartón les enseña a los bebés y niños pequeños 100 primeras palabras esenciales, tanto en inglés como en español, y el arte de Richard Scarry! Ilustrado con imágenes de artículos cotidianos de los libros Busytown más populares de Richard Scarry, ¡hay algo divertido para encontrar en cada página! Es ideal para aprender y jugar. Además, es una excelente manera de presentarles a los niños pequeños los simpáticos personajes de Richard Scarry.

This book brings a world of teeny creatures and tiny details vividly to life. Packed with exciting facts and amazing photographs, it includes practical, hands-on activities, for those with and without a microscope at home.

After discovering some magical pants in his grandparents' attic, Artie Farty trumps to the rescue of Captain Jack, in a bid to recover treasure that's been stolen by a mischievous mermaid princess.

Follow the heartwarming life of Ben, a Virginia Border Collie. Meet his loving human parents-Don and Sherri-and their grandchildren. Share Ben's joy when he spends time with his two adopted feline sisters-Emma and Pipin-and the three adorable pet rabbits on the farm. Finally, share our Border Collie's excitement when his parents adopt two additional animals and friends for Ben: a cute dwarf goat named Snuggles and an awesome American Paint Horse named Bentley.

Now in board book, Every Little Thing brings Bob Marley's much loved song to life for a new generation.

From writer Jamila Rowser and artist Robyn Smith comes a captivating graphic novel love letter to the beauty and endurance of Black women, their friendships, and their hair.Wash Day Diaries tells the story of four best friends—Kim, Tanisha, Davene, and Cookie—through five connected short story comics that follow these young women through the ups and downs of their daily lives in the Bronx.The book takes its title from the wash day experience shared by Black women everywhere of setting aside all plans and responsibilities for a full day of washing, conditioning, and nourishing their hair. Each short story uses hair routines as a window into these four characters' everyday lives and how they care for each other.Jamila Rowser and Robyn Smith originally kickstarted their critically acclaimed, award-winning slice of life mini comic, Wash Day, inspired by Rowser's own wash day ritual and their shared desire to see more comics featuring the daily lived experiences of young Black women. Wash Day Diaries includes an updated, full color version of this original comic—which follows Kim, a 26-year-old woman living in the Bronx—as the book's first chapter and expands into a graphic novel with short stories about these vibrant and relatable new characters.In expanding the story of Kim and her friends, the authors pay tribute to Black sisterhood through portraits of shared, yet deeply personal experiences of Black hair care. From self-care to spilling the tea at an hours-long salon appointment to healing family rifts, the stories are brought to life through beautifully drawn characters and different color palettes reflecting the mood in each story.At times touching, quiet, triumphant, and laugh out loud funny, the stories of Wash Day Diaries pay a loving tribute to Black joy and the resilience of Black women.

Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore transports fans once again to the wizarding world. Professor Albus Dumbledore knows the powerful Dark wizard Gellert Grindelwald is moving to seize control of the wizarding world. Unable to stop him alone, he entrusts Magizoologist Newt Scamander to lead an intrepid team of wizards, witches and one brave Muggle baker on a dangerous mission, where they encounter old and new beasts and clash with Grindelwald's growing legion of followers. But with the stakes so high, how long can Dumbledore remain on the sidelines? Packed with captivating facts and incredible images from the making of the film, Fantastic Beasts - The Secrets of Dumbledore: Movie Magic features behind-the-scenes profiles of the characters, magical locations, beasts and artefacts seen on-screen. This interactive volume also comes filled with bonus inserts ­- from posters reproducing props from the film to bookmarks and stickers ­- that will delight fans of all ages. INTERACTIVE ARTEFACTS: Filled with stickers, pull-out prop replicas, posters and other features. GO BEHIND THE SCENES: Explore never-before-seen images, interviews, insights and more from Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore. EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS: Features interviews from the cast and crew, including Academy Award-winner Eddie Redmayne, Mads Mikkelsen, Jude Law, Jessica Williams, Alison Sudol, Dan Fogler and more. STUNNING ART AND IMAGES: Photos from the film and gorgeous illustrations bring the wizarding world to life!

Add color to picturesque village scenes! This delightful coloring book highlights the wonders and joys of quaint village life. Overflowing with charm and idyllic imagery, 31 richly detailed illustrations feature beautiful country and seaside scenes, fairy-tale cottages, lush flower-filled gardens, decorative storefronts, and lovely outdoor café settings.

This adorable board book is perfect for sharing with babies during their first Halloween! With simple text, bright illustrations and an exciting touch-and-feel on every spread, this gorgeous board book is packed with spooky fun and helps to engage your baby's senses while introducing them to Halloween. This touch-and-feel playbook:Encourages sensory developmentIntroduces first wordsRecommended for children aged 0+Illustrated by Lemon Ribbon StudioAlso available:Baby Touch: My First Book: a black-and-white bookBaby Touch: Nursery Rhymes Baby Touch: FarmBaby Touch: Happy Christmas!

This series is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the full syllabus for examination from 2023.

New KS2 Mental Maths Daily Practice Book: Year 4 - Spring Term

Written by a mother and son duo, this brightly illustrated picture book is a jubilant journey through a child's home country that celebrates the joys of nature and emphasizes forming a connection with place. In simple and lyrical prose, this narrative offers an indigenous Australian perspective of life as it connects traditional and contemporary experiences in ways that children can understand.

Goodreads Best Children's Book of 2022Kid's Indie Next List PickEmile is not shy—he is quiet.     Emile may seem timid and shy on the outside, but on the inside he is bustling with imagination. While grownups and even other kids may see Emile as the shy kid who doesn’t raise his hand in class, we know that Emile is actually a high-seas adventurer, a daring explorer, and a friend to wild beasts.   This story honors and encourages the beauty of knowing ourselves for exactly who we are. Emile’s world shows us that the mind of a quiet child can be as rich, expansive, and bold as that of any other (more extroverted) child.

Born invisible, seventeen-year-old Pie wants more from life than lurking unseen in other people's houses, but when she finally reveals herself, her mother disappears, and Pie begins to question everything she thought she knew.

This children's guide to stargazing includes an introduction to astronomy, a discussion of objects in the sky, and a section on constellations.

Penguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series. Please note that the eBook edition does NOT include access to the audio edition and digital book. Written for learners of English as a foreign language, each title includes carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.No Rules Rules, a Level 4 Reader, is A2+ in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing more complex uses of present perfect simple, passives, phrasal verbs and simple relative clauses. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear regularly.Reed Hastings started Netflix with Marc Randolph in 1997. Their company has completely changed how we watch TV and films. In this book, Reed explains the secret to the company's success and how at Netflix, there really are NO rules.

Today's adolescents face unprecedented challenges. As a teenager, how do you pick a great-for-you job or college major that will finance your future? You need a plan!The proven exercises in What Color Is Your Parachute? for Teens help uncover what matters most to you, what you love to do, the kinds of people you work best with, and how to use the skills and interests you already have-on social media and elsewhere-to choose a major or career path that is uniquely suited to your passions, strengths, and goals. With the most up-to-date information on how the pandemic and other challenges have altered higher education and the job market, this new edition features time-tested techniques such as information interviewing (with sample outreach and thank-you notes), the latest job discovery tactics (both online and in-person), how to connect to and land great internships, and more.By creating a plan now, you can make the most of high school and create a life you'll enjoy post-graduation!