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Ever wondered why we knock on wood, cross our fingers, or say "white rabbits" on the first day of the month? Dive in and learn about fascinating traditions and superstitions from all over the world!The Good Luck Book explores the surprising - and sometimes scary - history of the world's most practised traditions and superstitions (and plenty more that you probably won't have heard of!). Discover superstitions old and new from China to Chile, the USA to the Ukraine. Learn how and why they started, and why people still participate in them today. Featuring fascinating topics, including animals, nature, sport, life events, the human body, and lucky locations, The Good Luck Book is packed with bold original illustrations, fun facts, and the origin stories behind rituals and superstitions. Ideal for young readers curious about world culture and why we do the things we do, this colourful and charming book will amaze and entertain.

See the world through Henri Matisse’s eyes and be inspired to produce your own masterpieces.Have you ever wondered exactly what your favourite artists were looking at to make them draw, sculpt, or paint the way they did?In this charming illustrated series of books to keep and collect, you can see what they saw and be inspired to create your own artworks, too. In What the Artist Saw: Henri Matisse, meet the famous French painter and printmaker and learn about his inspiring life and art.A singular look inside the mind of artist Henri Matisse:Follow the life of Henri Matisse and learn about his evolution as an artist, with photographic timelines, informative art reference, and interactive art ideas to try at home yourselfFeatures full-colour illustrations that bring the artist’s experiences and creations to lifeA brilliant gift for kids aged 7-9 and budding artists who want to learn something newDon’t miss the rest of the What the Artist Saw series!Follow the artists’ stories and find intriguing facts about their environments and key masterpieces. Then see what you can see and make your own art with what you learn. Take a closer look at landscapes, or even yourself, with Vincent van Gogh. Try crafting a story in fabric like Faith Ringgold, or carve a woodblock print at home with Hokusai. Every book in this series is one to treasure and keep – perfect for budding young artists to explore exhibitions with, then continue their own artistic journeys.

The newest book in the best-selling, award-winning A Child's Introduction series explores the popular and captivating world of Norse mythology. Organized into two parts, part one introduces characters like Odin, the leader of the Norse gods; Thor and his mighty hammer Mjollner; Frigg, weaver of the destinies of humans and gods; frost and fire giants; cunning dwarves like Brokk and Eitri; and many more. Part two tells the stories of the suspenseful myths themselves including The Creation of the Cosmos, The Aesir-Vanir War, Loki Bound, Thor's Hammer and many more. Full of charming and witty illustrations from Meredith Hamilton, a Norse name pronunciation guide, and a removable Norse Family Tree poster, A Child's Introduction to Norse Mythology is the perfect way for kids to learn the historic stories behind today's popular mythical characters.

A state-by-state compendium of weird laws, quirks, one-offs and unusual records only to be found in the wonderfully wacky US of A. Only in America explores the strangest claims to fame and the most unusual place names every state has to offer. Visit the city of Dinosaur, drop by the Pizza Museum, find out where it is illegal to feed a pig without a permit and check out the world’s only ‘carhenge’ (that’s right, Stonehenge reconstructed using cars). Among many other marvels, discover: The longest gum wrapper chain (over 32 kilometers!)Which state has the highest ratio of cows to humans in the countryThe origin of shoo-fly pie, a molasses cake baked in a pie crustThe world’s largest (fake) bug, a 16.5-meter blue termiteWhere ‘dinner’ means lunch and ‘supper’ means dinnerIllustrated by the brilliant Alan Berry-Rhys in a bold graphic art style that evokes vintage Americana, the book is arranged state by state, giving key facts about each and presenting an alternative and hilarious look at quirky phenomena that are truly only in America.The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colourful life.Also available from the series: 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America Activity Book, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, and The 50 States.

Only in Texas encourages readers to explore the highlights of the Lone Star State with this collectable title, filled with stunning sights, amazing facts and beautiful illustrations.*2024 June Franklin Naylor Award Winner*Feel that Texas pride with the second in a new state-by-state series. Only in Texas! showcases all that is great about the Lone Star State, from its big cities to the stunning natural beauty of its great deserts and the rich culture and history of the second-largest state in the U.S.A!The book takes readers on a trip to all the highlights of the great state... keeping it weird in Austin, reaching for the stars in Houston, and feeling history come alive in San Antonio. A timeline reveals this historic border state's rich and varied history, and accessible and informative text brings this whistlestop tour to life, transporting young readers on a wild journey.Beautiful landscape illustrations capture the vast natural riches of the Lone Star State, including Big Bend National Park, Rio Grande and South Padre Island, while fact boxes and pull-out spot artworks cover fun Texas facts. Locations also include: Dallas, El Paso, Texas Hill Country, Guadeloupe Mountains, Piney Woods and Galveston, and many, many more!Each book in this state-by state subseries will cover the following areas:Historical facts, events and figures figures, Cultural landmarks, Geology and landscapes, Artistic and cultural traditions, Cuisine, traditional foods and products.Get ready for a whirlwind tour around the great state of Texas in this fun interactive title!The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history, and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps, and infographics bring the places to colorful life.Also available from the series: 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in America Activity Book, Only in California, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, and The 50 States.

The next in this state-by-state strand of the best-selling 50 States series, Only in New York explores the most amazing sites, cities, history and natural landscapes of the Empire State.From the roar of Niagara Falls to the tip of Lady Liberty's torch, explore the length and breadth of New York with the help of little-known facts and colourful art. A state map, timelines and spotlight spreads shine a light on the best and most surprising sites, histories, places, people, culture and food this state has to offer.Locations include: New York City, Long Island, Albany, the Hudson Valley, the Catskills and Adirondacks, Syracuse, the Finger Lakes and many more.Discover fun-filled festivals, storied monuments, famous New Yorkers and even inventions you never knew came from the state. It's all here in Only in New York, so start spreadin' the news!Each book in the state-by-state subseries covers the following areas:Weird and wacky stats and factsHistorical timelineLocal sportsMuseums, amusement parks and cultural eventsFood and drinkAnimals and plantsInventionsFun festivalsChangemakers and superstarsQuiz questionsThe 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colourful life.Also available from the series: 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in Texas, Only in California, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, and The 50 States, as well as a wide range of activity books and gifts.

Explore Florida, the US state known for sea, sand, sun and fun, with this book full of quickfire facts and colourful maps.Glide by gators in the Everglades, ride rollercoasters in Orlando, and move to the music of Miami as you explore this unique and diverse state. You’ll learn why Key lime pie should never be green, how piracy landed on the coast of Florida, and how famous Floridians have changed the world.Each of Florida’s major cities and regions is covered in this comprehensive rundown of the Sunshine State, from Tallahassee to the Treasure Coast. Plus, get a dose of Florida’s fascinating past from a history timeline, and spot your favourite Florida locales on infographic maps.Wildlife, culture, trailblazers, and the quirkier side of Florida are all spotlit on dedicated spreads, with classic symbols of Floridian life in bold colours. Ideal for young readers with a keen interest in the states, Florida is a slice of American culture with something for everyone. And just like Florida, this book has it all!From The 50 States series. These books for young explorers celebrate the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps and infographics bring the places to colourful life.Also available in this series: 50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in America, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, and a wide range of activity books.

Explore this state-by-state compendium of weird laws, quirks, one-offs, and unusual records only to be found in the wonderfully wacky US of A. Only in America explores the strangest claims to fame and the most unusual place names every state has to offer. Visit the city of Dinosaur, drop by the Pizza Museum, find out where it is illegal to feed a pig without a permit, and check out the world’s only “carhenge” (that’s right, Stonehenge reconstructed using cars). Among many other marvels, discover:   The longest gum wrapper chain (over 20 miles!) Which state has the highest ratio of cows to humans in the country The origin of shoo-fly pie, a molasses cake baked in a pie crust The world’s largest (fake) bug, a 58-foot blue termite Where “dinner” means lunch and “supper” means dinner Illustrated by the brilliant Alan Berry-Rhys in a bold graphic art style that evokes vintage Americana, the book is arranged state by state, giving key facts about each and presenting an alternative and hilarious look at quirky phenomena that are truly only in America.The 50 States series of books for young explorers celebrates the USA and the wider world with key facts and fun activities about the people, history, and natural environments that make each location within them uniquely wonderful. Beautiful illustrations, maps, and infographics bring the places to colorful life.Also available from the series:50 Trailblazers of the 50 States, Only in California, Only in Texas, We Are the United States, 50 Adventures in the 50 States, 50 Maps of the World, The 50 States, and a wide array of activity books..

This book examines the progress made in e-enabling the HR function and the relationship with outsourcing. The editors will review and analyse recent developments in the application of outsourcing and ICT to the HR function and its overall contribution to organizational aims.This text aims to fill the gap in current literature, by providing accessible guidance on how to tackle the e-enablement of the function and on the factors associated with successful outsourcing. There is no single text that adequately deals with this increasingly important problem and which has been recognised by the CIPD as a key area of research for their forward programme. The contributors all have leading-edge knowledge and practical experience and aim to provide practical guidance for organizations and HR professionals.

Get ready to go back in time to discover one of history's most fascinating civilizations -- Ancient Egypt! Packed with stories of pyramids, mummies, pharaohs, gods, and more, this illustrated introduction to Egyptology is perfect for curious kids ages 8 to 11.Author Heather Alexander leads young readers from the very beginning of the kingdom 4,500 years ago through the reign of Cleopatra in 31 BC. Included throughout are beautifully illustrated profiles of gods and goddesses like Ra, the god of the sun, and Isis, the goddesses of magic, as well as information about scribes, priests, and other notable Egyptians. Kids will learn about the great pharaohs like Ramses II and Nefertiti, how the magnificent Great Pyramid in Giza was built, an in-depth explanation of how Tutankhamun's tomb was found, and even how mummies were made.This fact-filled book with original illustrations, a removable hieroglyphics poster, and activities like How to Mummify an Apple and Create Your Own Papyrus is perfect for every young, budding Egyptologist.

A charmingly illustrated exploration of The Nutcracker ballet, from the story to the characters to the music, for kids aged 8 - 12 to enjoy. The Nutcracker is one of the world's most beloved and recognizable ballets. A holiday perennial, it is frequently the first ballet young people experience and remember for a lifetime. This wonderfully engaging book introduces children, ages 8 to 12, to the story of the ballet, its history, the music and choreography, as well as all of the characters from Clara and the Prince to the Mouse King and the Snow Queen. Special sections introduce children to some of the most famous dancers and companies that have brought the performance and the magic of the ballet to life. Including a fold-out poster that young readers can remove and hang on their walls, A Child's Introduction to The Nutcracker is the perfect souvenir for the millions of young people who attend a holiday performance and have dreams of Sugarplum Fairies throughout the year.

This book examines the progress made in e-enabling the HR function and the relationship with outsourcing. The editors will review and analyse recent developments in the application of outsourcing and ICT to the HR function and its overall contribution to organizational aims. This text aims to fill the gap in current literature, by providing accessible guidance on how to tackle the e-enablement of the function and on the factors associated with successful outsourcing. There is no single text that adequately deals with this increasingly important problem and which has been recognised by the CIPD as a key area of research for their forward programme. The contributors all have leading-edge knowledge and practical experience and aim to provide practical guidance for organizations and HR professionals.

Kids can travel to Tanzania with a young Jane Goodall and study chimpanzees alongside the world's leading expert.Readers discover how Goodall's childhood love for animals leads to a lifetime of studying chimps and advocating for animal rights. After receiving a stuffed chimpanzee from her father, Jane becomes fascinated with observing animals. Years later, she studies wild chimps in the Tanzanian forest. She records previously unknown similarities between humans and chimpanzees that will change the scientific community.Readers can follow along as Jane takes her new-found knowledge to advocate for the well-being of chimps and become a world-renowned animal rights activist.Each book in this collectible series is an exciting combination of the perpetually popular 5 Minute stories format and nonfiction biographies for young readers genres. The series' unique approach, with each book containing ten exciting stand-alone stories in the life of a genius plus bonus informational content on the science, craft, and history behind each story, creates an engaging reading experience for young readers.5 Minute Genius explores a broad range of noteworthy individuals with STEM appeal for readers ages 6-9, from polymaths like Leonardo da Vinci to artists like Frida Kahlo, to environmentalists like Jane Goodall and athletes like Simone Biles to activists like the Suffragettes.

Argentinian star athlete Lionel Messi is the most decorated player in the history of professional soccer. Readers get to know him through ten fast-paced stories that showcase his astonishing skill, his commitment to the game, his creativity as a playmaker, and his love of his family and his sport.Each book in this collectible series is an exciting combination of the perpetually popular 5 Minute stories format and nonfiction biographies for young readers genres. The series' unique approach, with each book containing ten exciting stand-alone stories in the life of a genius plus bonus informational content on the science, craft, and history behind each story, creates an engaging reading experience for young readers. 5-Minute Genius explores a broad range of noteworthy individuals with STEM appeal for readers ages 6-9, from scientists like Albert Einstein and Ada Lovelace, to athletes like Lionel Messi and Simone Biles, to activists like Rosa Parks and the Suffragettes.

Paw Patrol meets Richard Scarry meets Zootopia in this new picture book series about how towns and communities work together.Critter City's newest neighbor Gertie can't understand why the town has no rules. But she knows that everything can work if everyone works together!With funny animal crittizens populating Critter City and themes like elections, traffic rules, emergencies, and libraries, young readers will discover why we need the rules and order of society through some of their favorite topics—cars and fire trucks and vehicles that go, everyday heroes like firefighters and teachers, and familiar events like doctor's visits and grocery shopping—without ever feeling like they're learning a lesson.

Crack open the Actual Factual Files for Ancient Egypt and become an expert on everything Egypt, from pyramids and pharaohs to mummies and tomb raiders. Clever design, engaging text, and easy-to-understand explanations will make amateur Egyptologists out of any elementary reader. Just beware of the Curse of the Pharaohs...In ACTUAL FACTUAL FILES: ANCIENT EGYPT, elementary school children will be delighted with the first book in a new series written for the way kids read: friendly, fascinating, and full of fun facts! The book has in-text supports and engaging full-color illustrations to make Ancient Egypt accessible to any kid who loves reading non-fiction, needs a source for a school or book report, or is looking for an engaging series to get sucked into. With short chapters, informative illustrations, and a glossary in the back, kids will stay engaged as they learn all about pharaohs, pyramids, and even . . . a mummy curse!ACTUAL FACTUAL FILES is a new non-fiction series for fans of Who/What Is? who are looking for understandable, highly-engaging books on the most popular topics for elementary school readers. Each book in the series stands alone and can be read in any order.

The newest book in Black Dog's best-selling, award-winning series explores the fascinating world of Greek mythology from the myth of Narcissus to Odysseus versus the Cyclopes. Includes a Gods and Goddesses Family Tree Poster and Stickers!Packed with action, adventure, tragedy, and triumph, A Child'sIntroduction to Greek Mythology acquaints kids ages 9-12 with all the fantastic and memorable classic Greek myths. The book is organized into two main parts. The first section introduces the gods and goddesses, from Apollo to Hades, as well as nymphs, satyrs, centaurs, and the mortal descendants of Zeus, such as Hercules and Midas. Part two is dedicated to the myths themselves: Pandora's Box, Prometheus' Discovery of Fire, the Trojan Horse and many more. Sidebars feature word definitions and fun facts, as well as games and projects. As with all of the other books in the Child's Introduction series, Meredith Hamilton's witty and charming illustrations add yet another dimension to the excellent and absorbing text.