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Short stories designed to help kids learn how to read and learn to love readingSecrets of the Cave is a "Reading Alone" reader, perfect for children who are proficient readers. These short stories for children develop the habit of reading widely for both pleasure and information. DK Reads proves that good reads build great readers. Step back in time to the days of the early human hunters and gatherers nearly 20,000 years ago. Sense the danger of the hunt and the drama of the shaman-trance rituals in a past world where everyday is a trial to survive. Find out about their hunting tools, the animals and their paintings.Now available with text that lights up as you read-along and playful images and sounds.

Short stories for children designed to help kids learn how to read and learn to love readingRocket Science is a "Starting to Read Alone" book. These short stories for children have longer sentences and increased vocabulary that develop confidence and build literacy skills. DK Reads prove that good reads build great readers. Join Professor X Ploder on his top secret assignment: design a pocket rocket for a spy mission. Help discover the best shape, material and design for the rocket then see it blast off. Rocket Science is part of the DK Reads series, a three-level reading scheme of children's short stories that help kids become confident readers, featuring engaging and illustrated topics. Interactive aspects such as tests and games provide an element of fun while supporting the story and national curriculum. DK Reads is created in consultation with literacy experts and adheres to levelled reading scheme guidelines so the grammar, vocabulary and content are absolutely right.Now available with text that lights up as you read-along and playful images and sounds.

Let your imagination soar as the storyteller in Myths and Legends whisks you away on a magical journey around the world, retelling myths and legends from long ago. Meet the mischievous tricksters, the brave heroes and the all-powerful creator gods from ancient cultures and find out how they overcome the giants, the shapeshifters and the lure of sea-maidens. DK Reads is a new three-level reading scheme helping kids learn how to read at home - and learn how to love reading. DK Reads are levelled into stages to help every child progress their reading skills and become a confident reader. DK Reads feature engaging and highly illustrated topics with true kid appeal. The story narrative is supported with interactive pages and questions to encourage children to access information from a range of sources and develop comprehension skills. Now available with text that lights up as you read-along and playful images and sounds.

Come and join Captain Blackbeard and his pirate crew for an action-packed adventure on the high seas. DK Reader Pirate Attack! includes exciting photos and fascinating facts to inspire young readers.DK's innovative range of levelled readers combines a highly visual approach with non-fiction narratives that children will love reading. DK Reader Pirate Attack! is a short simple story ebook, they'll love singing the sea shanty and following a map to treasure!DK Reader Pirate Attack! is a level 2 ebook for those "beginning to read". A great non-fiction with facts kids will love reading.

Christianity Today's 2023 Book Awards - WINNERBooks most likely to shape evangelical life, thought, and culture.Across the continents, this beautifully illustrated book of prayers reflects on God's amazing world, celebrating different countries, landscapes and traditions. From fishing villages to the African plains, farming in Peru to the snowy landscape of Greenland, blossoms in Japan and leaf kicking in eastern Europe and to the shores of the Pacific ocean, these prayers share God's love and care for his world.

A prayer book full of blessings for children to read and say about their pets – prayers about their pets’ antics at play and how they look, the joy and fun they bring, caring for them day-by-day and as they grow up, and celebrating God’s care and love for them, too. Illustrated with adorable photographs of a great range of pets, featuring puppies and dogs, kittens and cat, fish, horses, small pets like rabbits and hamsters, spiders and snakes, tortoises, lizards and other reptiles and amphibians. The collection includes not only prayers and blessings for everyday lives of pets, but also comforting prayers for when pets are sick and needing to visit the vet and goodbye prayers for when they die.

Enjoy sharing the stories of the Bible with toddlers and young children with this bold and bright first Children’s Bible.An interactive first introduction to 15 Bible stories from the world’s beginning to Jesus sending his friends out to share the good news. Each story from the Old and New Testaments has a simple key message about God’s amazing plan, and Jesus’ loving message to the world. Look out for 14 memorable things to spot in the bright and engaging illustrations by Jennifer Davison. An ideal gift to celebrate a birthday or a baptism as well as for use in the family home and toddler church groups.

The Christmas story is full of toings and froings from visitors, with joyful visits from angels sharing good news and excited visits from shepherds and wise men to see the special baby Jesus.This beautifully illustrated faithful retelling of the Christmas story will spark the imaginations of young children. An ideal read aloud story, sharing with children the joy and wonder of the events of the first Christmas. Welcome to the world, Jesus!

A prayer book full of blessings for children to read and say to celebrate the lives of wild animals and God's love for them.Endearing illustrations bring life to a selection of heart-warming prayers that express the joy children find in animals, as well as their hopes and dreams for all the animals of the world. From butterflies to bears, Africa to Australia and forests to oceans, the collection includes prayers for the conservation of the animals' habitats and the care and protection for the environment.Charming illustrations from Tina Macnaughton make this an extra-appealing book of prayers.

An introduction to the Bible, its contents, and its message through the explanation of keywords to inform and expand understanding.Find out about who wrote the Bible, the books and range of writing styles, and the structure of the Bible. Discover the meaning of key terms such as testament, prophets and apostle. Provides a quick and accessible reference to the story of the Jewish people and the fulfilment of the prophecies through Jesus. The Keywords series is written and designed to support children develop good reference skills through asking questions and clearly identifying key terms, so that the information needed is quickly found on a page. Facts are presented in easy-to-read bite-size explanations with visuals. Includes contents page, index and glossary for children to access the information and definitions, expand vocabulary and engage with the topic.

An introduction to the main events in Jesus life and the ideas he taught through the explanation of keywords to inform and expand understanding.Find out about the Gospel stories, Jesus’ message and miracles and his importance to Christians. Discover the meaning of key terms such as incarnation, resurrection and salvation. Provides a quick and accessible reference to the Christians views of the Kingdom of God, forgiveness, discipleship, and faith. The Keywords series is written and designed to support children develop good reference skills through asking questions and clearly identifying key terms, so that the information needed is quickly found on a page. Facts are presented in easy-to-read bite-size explanations with visuals. Includes contents page, index and glossary for children to access the information and definitions, expand vocabulary and engage with the topic.

An accessible, keyword-led introduction to world religions and belief systems, written to inform and expand understanding in primary school children.Covering the six major world religions; Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, and Sikhism. Alongside worldviews such as Humanism, this richly illustrated reference book helps children explore beliefs, practices, and key terminology with confidence. Discover the meaning of essential terms such as enlightenment, covenant, and paradise, with quick-reference sections covering places of worship, festivals, holy books, main prayers, and viewpoints.The Keywords series is designed to build strong reference skills in young learners; facts are presented in bite-size, easy-to-read explanations supported by vibrant visuals. Ideal for independent readers and reluctant readers alike.* Comprehensive introduction to world religions for children: covers all six major faiths plus additional worldviews including Humanism, encouraging curiosity and respect for global cultures* Curriculum-friendly and classroom-ready: structured content with contents page, index, and glossary supports RE lessons and independent research at primary level* Ideal for home learning: a supportive resource for parents introducing concepts of faith, belief, and worldviews at home* Builds key reference skills: teaches children to ask questions, identify key terms, and locate information quickly on the page* Beginner-friendly: no prior knowledge needed; "Did you know?" features and simple explanations make this the perfect first introduction to religions and worldviews

An activity book based on the Bible stories retold in Share a Story Bible.24 pages of simple early learning activities such as counting, colouring, I spy, sorting, shapes, and matching and includes stickers ideal for young children aged 2-4 years.This activity book provides a fun first step of engaging with stories from the Old and New Testament and getting to know the names and stories of people in the Bible.The illustrations by Jennifer Davison are bold, bright and appealing.

An activity book based on the story of the first Christmas retold in Share a Story Bible.24 pages of simple early learning activities such as counting, colouring, I spy, sorting, following lines, and matching and includes stickers ideal for young children aged 2-4 years. This activity book provides a fun first step of engaging with the story of Jesus’ birth and the visit of the shepherds. The illustrations by Jennifer Davison are bold, bright and appealing.

Plan, write, and draw your own comic strips based on Bible stories. Design your comic characters, add jokes, speech bubbles and sound effects, and personalize the scenes with your own unique flair! This action-packed activity book Includes spot the difference, search and find, and solve a hieroglyphic code. There's even a 3D image with instructions to make your own 3D glasses to spot the details. This activity book can be a stand-alone purchase but the material is based on the funny and lively The Lion Kids Bible Comic, where the Beano meets the Bible. From artists who brought us the Wallace and Gromit and Shaun the Sheep cartoon strips, having worked on Sesame Street, Transformers Beano, Dandy and Marvel cartoons.

I-Spy Christmas has eleven bright and beautiful scenes from the first Christmas story for young children to delight over and find things to spot. Children notice all kinds of interesting things in pictures: children, animals, characters doing fun things. For each scene in I-Spy Christmas, there is a panel down the side with things to spot with visual prompt and labelled. Can your little ones solve the picture puzzle and find all the objects, people, and animals to spot? Of course, they can!Young children will find everything in these bright and cheery Christmas story scenes and lots of little extras to find as well. Enjoy reading aloud the first Christmas story with young children, too! I-Spy Christmas is a keep-busy book and a faithful retelling to turn to again and again. Fun to share and also to look at alone.

Learn to love reading with this Level 2 DK ReaderDiscover the world around you with the bright and colourful A Trip to the Theatre. Join Jake and his mum as they explore a theatre and take in the stage, scenery, props, and costumes.Level 2 Readers have longer sentences, increased vocabulary, large type, information boxes, and a simple index - ideal for readers aged 5 to 8 to help them build their literacy skills.A Trip to the Theatre is perfect to read aloud together, with lively illustrations and an engaging story that encourages reading and builds a child's confidence.

Go on a reading journey of Train Travel and discovery in this Level 1 DK ReaderGrab your ticket and hop aboard for a reading adventure as you learn all about trains in Train Travel. This Level 1 DK Reader is the perfect introduction to the amazing world of steam engines, high speed trains and the very first trains. Follow the story of train travel from the past, to the present, and take a look at the future!Level 1 DK Readers are great for children who are beginning to learn to read with limited vocabulary and lots of word repetition to engage young fans and build their literary skills.

New series from DK designed to help kids learn how to read and learn to love readingTerrors of the Deep is a 'Confident' reader, perfect for children who are proficient readers, developing the habit of reading widely for both pleasure and information. DK Reads proves that good reads build great readers.After years of planning, two marine biologists set off to explore the deepest ocean trench in the world. Join them in their action-packed adventure in an exciting chapter-based story children can read on their own. Full of facts about creatures and marine explorations and a fun ocean exploration quiz to reinforce learning.Terrors of the Deep is part of the new DK Reads series, a three-level reading scheme that helps children become confident readers, featuring engaging and illustrated topics. DK Reads is created in consultation with literacy experts and adheres to leveled reading scheme guidelines so the grammar, vocabulary, and content are spot on for each stage.

Now in ebook format, this is a static, generic epub.This ebook will help your child learn to read and will encourage a life-long love of reading.Who do you want to be today? Put it on, take it off ... dressing up is lots of fun. Let's pretend and play at being a pirate, a fairy or an astronaut! This ebook is a part of a five-level highly pictorial reading scheme, with lively illustrations and engaging stories to encourage reading. Pre-Level 1 have simple sentences, limited vocabulary, word repetition, picture word strips and large type - read them together with children who are just beginning to learn and with early or reluctant readers.

Encourage a life-long love of reading whilst learning about The Great Migration, now in ebook format.Help your child to read as they follow the majestic wildebeest as they migrate across the great plains and rivers of Africa. The lively illustrations and engaging stories have long sentences, increased vocabulary, information boxes and a simple index - ideal for children who are beginning to read alone and with early or reluctant readers.The Great Migration is perfect to read together and you'll both love the exciting images.

This essential companion will guide you on your journey throughout your studies in tourism, hospitality and events management, from starting your university or college programme, to developing the essential skills needed for successful study and employment, to ensuring you perform well in assessments, through to applying for and securing a graduate level job and entering the workplace. Highly practical and accessible, chapters include:

Think points to encourage you to pause and reflect on what the topic means for you Reflection exercises to help you evaluate your own skills, attributes and strengths/weaknesses Industry insights to offer you a unique view into the industry you’ll be working in Employer insights to provide you with real-world case examples from employers Student insights to show you different perspectives experienced by your peers

Written by experts in the field, this friendly guide will provide you with everything you need to succeed and support you along every step of the way through your studies and into industry!

This essential companion will guide you on your journey throughout your studies in tourism, hospitality and events management, from starting your university or college programme, to developing the essential skills needed for successful study and employment, to ensuring you perform well in assessments, through to applying for and securing a graduate level job and entering the workplace. Highly practical and accessible, chapters include:

Think points to encourage you to pause and reflect on what the topic means for you Reflection exercises to help you evaluate your own skills, attributes and strengths/weaknesses Industry insights to offer you a unique view into the industry you’ll be working in Employer insights to provide you with real-world case examples from employers Student insights to show you different perspectives experienced by your peers

Written by experts in the field, this friendly guide will provide you with everything you need to succeed and support you along every step of the way through your studies and into industry!

This essential companion will guide you on your journey throughout your studies in tourism, hospitality and events management, from starting your university or college programme, to developing the essential skills needed for successful study and employment, to ensuring you perform well in assessments, through to applying for and securing a graduate level job and entering the workplace. Highly practical and accessible, chapters include:

Think points to encourage you to pause and reflect on what the topic means for you Reflection exercises to help you evaluate your own skills, attributes and strengths/weaknesses Industry insights to offer you a unique view into the industry you’ll be working in Employer insights to provide you with real-world case examples from employers Student insights to show you different perspectives experienced by your peers

Written by experts in the field, this friendly guide will provide you with everything you need to succeed and support you along every step of the way through your studies and into industry!

The life-changing events of the first Christmas are faithfully retold in this storybook from the Friends and Heroes collection of stories from the Bible.The Nativity story shares the humble beginnings of God's promised king that is surrounded with awe and wonder: angels praising, joyful shepherds, and wise men from afar coming to worship.With Bible references, the significant details are retold verse by verse so that children can engage and be inspired with the powerful message of the birth of God's son, Jesus.Illustrations of the Bible stories are taken from the epic animated Friends and Heroes videos for 6-10 year olds that brings the inspiring stories of the Old and New Testament to a new, worldwide generation of children in the twenty-first century, whatever their faith or background.

The life-changing events of Easter are faithfully retold in this storybook from the Friends and Heroes collection of stories from the Bible.The Easter story vividly shows how deeply God loves everyone and through Jesus' sacrifice makes a way for all people to return to God. With Bible references, the significant details are retold verse by verse so that children can engage and be inspired with the powerful message of Jesus' death and resurrection. Illustrations of the Bible stories are taken from the epic animated Friends and Heroes videos for 6-10 year olds that brings the inspiring stories of the Old and New Testament to a new, worldwide generation of children in the twenty-first century, whatever their faith or background.

Timeless, powerful Bible stories from the Old and New Testament are faithfully retold in this Children's Bible from the Friends and Heroes collection.Bible stories are full of truths about God's relationship with people, and how lives are changed by showing courage, faith, and hope as they trust and are guided by God. Discover the great stories of faithful followers such as Abraham, Moses, David, Daniel and Esther, and the prophets Elijah and Elisha, the life and teachings of Jesus, and the further adventures of his apostles, such as Peter and Paul. With Bible references, the significant details are retold so that children can engage and be inspired with the powerful message of God's plans and promises fulfilled. Illustrations of the Bible stories are taken from the epic animated Friends and Heroes videos for 6-10 year olds that brings the inspiring stories of the Old and New Testament to a new, worldwide generation of children in the twenty-first century, whatever their faith or background.

Learn. Play. Discover God's Story.The Bible Stories Activity Pad is the perfect hands-on introduction to the Bible for young children, combining creative play with faith-filled fun.Packed with a wonderfully varied mix of early-learning activities inspired by favourite Bible stories from both the Old and New Testaments, this vibrant activity pad gives children aged 5 years and under a playful, engaging way to explore the greatest story ever told - one page at a time.What's inside:- Colouring pages featuring familiar Bible characters and scenes, including the life of Jesus and his parables- Dot-to-dot, puzzles, mazes, matching games, and simple spot-the-difference- Drawing and creative activities to spark imagination and discussion- Bold, bright illustrations that bring Bible stories to life- Simple, accessible content ideal for early learners- Tear-off sheets for easy use or for sharingWhether used at home, at Sunday school, on a long journey, or during a church service, the Bible Stories Activity Pad keeps young hands busy and young hearts engaged with scripture. It makes a brilliant gift for birthdays, baptisms, Easter, Christmas, or as a Sunday school prize.

Discover hours of fun with mazes and puzzles to solve, things to spot and find the differences, dot-to-dots, and details to doodle, colour and draw, and so much more in this Bible activity book packed with 60 pages of activities perfect for kids ages 6 - 8.Each activity is based on a Bible story from Genesis to Revelation, featuring favourite Old Testament characters including judges, kings and queens and prophets, plus stories from the life of Jesus, his parables and the activities of the early church.These fun-filled, eye-catching Bible activity books are ideal for taking on travel and holiday trips, using in church to engage children during services, or at home to fill some non-screen time. They're perfect as a Sunday school prize, or as a fun way to bring Bible stories to life in children's church groups and spark some conversation.