Clive Gifford - Böcker

I denna praktfulla och faktaspäckade bok kan du läsa allt om världens alla olika fordon. Från de första cyklarna till de senaste motorcyklarna; från Montgolfiers luftballong till dagens jetplan; från kajaker till lyxkryssare; från de första traktorerna till dagens enorma skördetröskor; från 1800-talets första motordrivna vagnar till 2000-talets snabba supersportbilar. I över 1 000 fantastiska bilder och korta texter fulla av fascinerande fakta presenteras här färdmedel av alla slag och från alla tider. I boken kan du läsa om världens snabbaste fordon, konstigaste fordon, största fordon, minsta fordon och mycket, mycket mer. Bilar, tåg, fartyg och flygplan är det ultimata uppslagsverket för alla som är intresserade av hur människor färdas, och har färdats, på land, över hav och genom luften.

Har du någonsin funderat på varför flaggorna ser ut som de gör? Hela världens flaggor berättar de roliga, intressanta och ibland gripande historierna bakom de många olika sorters flaggor vi har, och beskriver hur de används. Lär dig hur flaggor uppstod och hur man kommunicerar med dem till sjöss. Fnissa åt lustigheter ur flaggornas historia och häpna över de vackra och ovanliga figurer som finns på somliga flaggor - drakar, vulkaner, smileys och till och med mattor! Läs om hur Lichtenstein och Haiti upptäckte att deras flaggor var identiska, och vilken nationsflagga som ritades av en femtonårig skolflicka. Varje kontinent har sitt eget kapitel där historien bakom de mest betydande flaggorna utforskas. Det finns också idéer för att designa en egen flagga och ett kul avsnitt med flaggfrågesport. Längst bak i boken finns en affisch som kan tas loss och sättas upp på väggen. En perfekt bok för alla barn som älskar flaggor!

Would you rather be a pharaoh or a pharaoh’s servant? Cleopatra or Queen Hatshepsut? Only you can decide! Adventure into the astonishing world of ancient Egypt with this new Would You Rather book!Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the fascinating world of ancient Egypt. With over 20 ‘would you rather’ questions, prepare to decide if you would rather mummify dead bodies or learn the Egyptian alphabet, be an Egyptian priest or barber, go to war on foot or in a chariot…and much more!Each situation is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about Egyptian history – rediscover familiar favourites such as Tutankhamun, and delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing civilization.Also available: Would You Rather? Vikings Would You Rather? Ancient Romans Would You Rather? Tudors Would You Rather? Ancient Greeks Would You Rather? Explorers

Would you rather be in Valhalla or Ragnarök? Be called Erik Bloodaxe or Thorfinn Skullsplitter? Only YOU can decide! Adventure into the astonishing world of the Vikings with this new Would You Rather book!Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the Vikings – their exploits, gods, society, daily life and more. With over 20 ‘would you rather’ questions, prepare to decide if you would rather be a raider or a trader, a poet or a scribe, eat blood soup or rotting shark … and much more!Each situation is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about Viking history – rediscover familiar favourites such as Thor and Valhalla, and delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing civilization.Also available: Would You Rather? Ancient Egyptians Would You Rather? Ancient Romans Would You Rather? Tudors Would You Rather? Ancient Greeks Would You Rather? Explorers

SHORTLISTED FOR THE LAUGH OUT LOUD BOOK AWARDS (LOLLIES) 2025 Would you rather row a Roman vessel or be a chariot racer? Eat stuffed dormice or parrot heads? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of ancient Rome with this new Would You Rather book!Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the ancient Roman world. Prepare to decide what sort of Roman food you would rather eat, what Roman jobs you would be prepared to try your hand at, and much more!Each situation is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about Roman history – rediscover familiar favourites like Julius Caesar, and delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing civilization.Also available: Would You Rather? Vikings Would You Rather? Ancient Egyptians Would You Rather? Explorers Would You Rather? Ancient Greeks Would You Rather? Tudors

Would you rather ride a hot-air balloon to the North Pole or cycle to the South Pole? Go to the toilet inside your spacecraft, or outside it? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of explorers with this new Would You Rather book!Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about explorers and exploration. Prepare to decide what you would prefer to eat if you were on a great expedition, if you would rather explore the highest or lowest point on Earth, and what your packing essentials would be.Each situation is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about explorers who have ventured around our planet and beyond – discover some of the unsung heroes of science and discovery, and learn more about some of the expeditions that shaped our understanding of the world!Also available: Would You Rather? Vikings Would You Rather? Ancient Egyptians Would You Rather? Ancient Romans Would You Rather? Ancient Greeks Would You Rather? Tudors

Bursting with fascinating facts for impressing friends, parents, grandparents and teachers – perfect for curious children everywhere!Wow your friends! Amaze your teachers! Astonish your family! Find over 120 mind-boggling facts and sensational stats in this fun-packed and hilarious book, perfect for 9+ readers. Whether you love animals or adventure, science or sport, inspiring people or incredible places, you’ll find ALL the weird and wonderful facts you’ll ever need in the pages of this book. You won’t want to put it down!The perfect beginner’s book for STEAM related topics.Look out for more amazing fact books:Amazing Facts Every 6 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 7 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 8 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 9 Year Old Needs to Know

Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes – fully illustrated throughout! Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes. Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles – and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more! Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training. Look out for more amazing puzzle and quiz books: Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 8 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 9 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 10 Year Old

Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes – fully illustrated throughout! Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles – and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more! Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training. Look out for more amazing puzzle and quiz books: Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 7 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 9 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 10 Year Old

Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes – fully illustrated throughout! Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles – and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more! Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training. Look out for more amazing puzzle and quiz books: Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 7 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 8 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 10 Year Old

Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes – fully illustrated throughout! Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles – and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more! Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training. Look out for more amazing puzzle and quiz books: Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 7 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 8 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 9 Year Old

Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes – fully illustrated throughout! Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles – and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more! Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training. Look out for more amazing puzzle and quiz books: Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 7 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 8 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 9 Year Old

Would you rather wipe Henry VIII’s bottom for him or be one of his wives? Would you rather act in a Tudor play or take part in a jousting match? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of the Tudors with this new Would You Rather book!Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the adventurous, fascinating (and sometimes stinky!) lives of the Tudors. Prepare to decide what you would choose to eat at a Tudor banquet, what job you would be best at, what you would wear and much more!Each ‘would you rather’ question is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about Tudor history – rediscover familiar favourites like Henry VIII, Elizabeth I and Shakespeare, and delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing time of history.Also available: Would You Rather? Vikings Would You Rather? Ancient Egyptians Would You Rather? Ancient Romans Would You Rather? Explorers Would You Rather? Ancient Greeks

Would you rather go the theatre in ancient Greece or go to a festival? Would you rather face a cyclops or sirens? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of ancient Greece with this new Would You Rather book!Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the exciting, adventurous (and sometimes stinky) lives of the ancient Greeks. Prepare to decide what sort of ancient Greek food you would rather eat, what ancient Olympic sports you would try your hand at, and much more!Each ‘would you rather’ question is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about ancient Greek history – rediscover familiar favourites like the Spartans and Medusa, and delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing civilization.Also available: Would You Rather? Vikings Would You Rather? Ancient Egyptians Would You Rather? Ancient Romans Would You Rather? Explorers Would You Rather? Tudors

Whether you’re already a fan or are new to the sport, prepare to be BOWLED OVER by this fun-filled book of stories, facts and stats from the world of cricket. 60 extraordinary stories span the globe and include unforgettable events and players from the men’s, women’s and para games, past and present. Meet Brian Lara, who made a mind-blowing 501 not out in an innings.Meet Sajjida Shah, who played for her country aged just 12.Find out about the match that was played inside a volcano . . . and another that was played on top of Africa’s highest mountain.Meet the Indian cricketer who cut her hair to disguise herself so she could play in boy's teams.Meet the player who owns the world's most expensive bat (worth a whopping £100,000) and who started adult life as a railway ticket collector . . . Meet the biggest stars of today’s game alongside the pioneers, emerging talents and cricketing legends. You’ll also find facts, stats, bios, test your knowledge quizzes and a simple players guide. Look out for Incredible Football Stories, coming soon.

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the sport, prepare to be amazed by this fun-filled book of stories, facts and stats from the world of football. Meet the dog that saved Manchester United! Discover the match that was played in space . . . . . . and the game that was abandoned when the ref sent off ALL the players! Find over 60 extraordinary football stories in this fun-filled book, packed with facts, stats and match-day excitement. Meet the most inspiring players from the men’s, women’s and para games. Discover the world’s best – and worst – teams, hilarious moments, mind-blowing skills, bizarre rules, funny mascots, and the amazing lengths fans will go in support of their team.Includes a player’s guide, quizzes and a glossary!Also in the series:Incredible CricketIncredible Rugby – coming soonIncredible Golf – coming soon

Whether you’re a diehard fan or new to the sport, prepare to be amazed by this fun-filled book of stories, facts and stats from the world of golf. With over 80 million fans worldwide, golf is a fast-growing sport among grown-ups AND kids!Did you know that . . . You can only compete in the annual Kris Kringle Open in the USA if you’re dressed as Santa Claus. In Japan, a player who makes a hole-in-one is expected to host a party and buy gifts for their competitors! Golf has been around for centuries. In 1457 it was banned in Scotland by King James II because it was distracting people from practising archery. Wherever YOU are on your golf journey, you’ll love these fascinating stories, introducing golf's greatest heroes, inspiring episodes and the silliest, most surprising moments from this incredible sport. Packed with facts and stats, player profiles, a players guide, glossary and quiz.Written by the king of sports writing, and golfing enthusiast, Clive Gifford – with illustrations from talented Ecuadorian illustrator Lu Andrade, a contributor to the Goodnight Stories For Rebel Girls series.Also in the series:Incredible CricketIncredible FootballIncredible Rugby

Whether you’re a diehard fan or new to the sport, prepare to be amazed by this fun-filled book of stories, facts and stats from the world of rugby. The book’s content spans the globe and includes unforgettable events and players from the men’s, women’s and para games, past and present. Discover inspiring pioneers, iconic players, historic moments, and some of the silliest, weirdest, most mind-boggling moments. Also in the series:Incredible Cricket StoriesIncredible Football StoriesIncredible Rugby Stories

Meet the king of English cricket, Ben Stokes, in this thrilling unofficial biography! From his childhood in New Zealand and his early cricketing career at Cockermouth, to winning his first County Championship with Durham and selection for England, Ben Stokes’s cricket career has been filled with extraordinary successes alongside great challenges.Follow this impressive all-rounder as he bats, bowls and fields his way to being one of the greatest cricketers of all time – as well as an inspirational England captain. Look out for the rest of the Amazing Cricket Stars series: Virat Kohli Mitchell Starc Heather Knight

Meet the champion Indian batter, Virat Kohli, in this stunning unofficial biography! From when he was a small boy, Virat Kohli’s special talent for cricket has wowed those around him – his family, friends, and eventually, his colleagues on the Indian national team. His dedication to his training and teammates, smart tactics and his incredible aptitude with a bat have placed him firmly among the ranks of the best cricketers of all time.Follow this impressive cricketer as he bats his way to international glory. Look out for the rest of the Amazing Cricket Stars series: Ben Stokes Heather Knight Mitchell Starc

Meet the champion of the England women’s team, Heather Knight, in this thrilling unofficial biography! Heather Knight is a talented all-rounder and first-class batter, with a stellar career across all formats of the game. She has led the England women’s squad all around the world as captain, netting some spectacular victories along the way.Cheer at her most exciting matches, celebrate the records and find out some incredible new facts in this action-packed new book. Look out for the rest of the Amazing Cricket Stars series: Ben Stokes Virat Kohli Mitchell Starc

Meet star bowler and Australian cricketing legend, Mitchell Stark, in this thrilling unofficial biography! Mitchell Starc’s love of cricket started when he was just a boy growing up in New South Wales – and it only grew, until he had become one of the most accomplished and respected fast-bowlers in the game.He has thrilled crowds and sent balls rocketing past the crease all over the world, in Test, ODI and T20 international games. Follow his journey, playing for the Australian national team, Royal Challengers Bangalore and others, enjoying incredible wins and learning from defeats. Look out for the rest of the Amazing Cricket Stars series: Ben Stokes Virat Kohli Heather Knight

Pack your brain with football fun and trivia – funny, fact-filled and fully illustrated! Did you know?The world’s largest football shirt is over 80m long.In 2002, Australia won a World Cup qualifying game by 31–0.Danish referee Henning Erikstrup’s fake teeth fell out when he went to blow the final whistle.The youngest person to be signed by a football club was less than 2 years old.From record-breaking goals to the world's most extraordinary players, from stunning stadiums to weird and wonderful mascots, discover over 100 fascinating football facts, specially selected for readers aged 7.Look out for more Amazing Facts books:Amazing Facts Every 6 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 7 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 8 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 10 Year Old Needs to Know

Pack your brain with football fun and trivia – funny, fact-filled and fully illustrated! Did you know?The longest game of table football lasted more than five days.There is a football World Cup for robots.The world’s most expensive football ticket cost £2.2 million.Fans of Argentine footballer Diego Maradona set up a the Church of Maradona in 1998.From record-breaking goals, the world's most extraordinary players, stunning stadiums to weird and wonderful mascots, discover over 100 fascinating football facts, specially selected for readers aged 8.Look out for more Amazing Facts books:Amazing Facts Every 6 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 7 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 8 Year Old Needs to KnowAmazing Facts Every 10 Year Old Needs to Know

True tales told in wonderful ways A new adventure each time in this interactive non-fiction gift book. You’re in charge! Twirl the spinner on the cover to land on one of four categories: EXPLORE, WONDER, LAUGH and OOH! Pick a true tale within that category. Read and enjoy. Then spin again to choose your next adventure.Land on green and choose from one of the EXPLORE tales, which includes red crab migration on Christmas Island and the best place to holiday in space!Spin to yellow for WONDER – be amazed by polar lights, coral reefs, and more!Twirl to orange for LAUGH – have a giggle over the dinosaur riddle, discover how to tell a funny joke, find out about weird uses of wee, and other fun things.And turn to blue for OOH! – with surprising tales about slime, robots, talking plants, rocks that play music, the reasons why kids are better than grown-ups …AND MORE!

Discover a world of fascinating facts and stats about the beautiful game. Dive in and deepen your knowledge! From record-breaking goals to famous football mascots – learn about the funny and extraordinary moments that make football fantastic.This fully illustrated book of trivia takes footie fans on a breathtaking round-the-world tour, visiting every continent to discover incredible football stories, from record-breaking goals, amazing players, and stunning stadiums to weird and wonderful football mascots.The perfect gift for any young fans aged 7+. Kick off your footballing journey and see the world in a whole new light! WITH A FABULOUSLY SHINY FOILED COVER

This title is part of the important new series from Oxford which provides accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and vocabulary behind an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously researched and authoritative but written in simple language by experts in their fields, curious youngreaders will quickly get to grips with the basic principles and terminology of each subject. The Causes and Impacts of Climate Change explains, in a clear and interesting way, what climate is and why it's changing, what greenhouse gases are and how they are changing the climate, and how we can slow down this process. The engaging design highlights the Heroes of the subject from early beginnings to modern day and picks out and explains tricky terminology in 'Speak like a Scientist' features. Comic strips, illustrations, amazing photographs, and a timeline, as well as a glossary and index, all make this handy-sized book the perfect way to learn. If you love this title, why not collect them all? The Causes and Impacts of Climate Change is part of a collectible set which will explore a diverse range of subjects.