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Step into the magic of Christmas with a joyful poetry collection made to be shared together, from former Waterstones Children’s Laureate, Joseph Coelho.  A Christmas Full of Poetry is a sparkling illustrated collection of 25 festive poems that brings the wonder of the season to life. Written to be performed as well as read, this enchanting collection invites children and families to explore the magic of words in many voices – poems to be read loudly with joy, softly with tenderness or whispered with wonder. Young readers can turn their Christmas list to Santa Claus into a playful poem, discover verses perfect for school performances, family gatherings, or Christmas Day celebrations, and delight in haikus capturing the hush of falling snow alongside cheeky re‑imaginings of beloved carols.  More than just a poetry book, this is a new family tradition in the making: a book to bring out every December, with a poem for each day leading up to Christmas. It’s a confidence‑building companion that helps children develop their skills in reading aloud, performance and self‑expression, while creating treasured memories year after year. A Christmas Full of Poetry is the perfect gift to inspire young voices, nurture creativity and bring families together through the joy of words.

Comb through beaches for fossils and dive into rock pools in this fun, informative guide to the beauties found along and around seashores.Ever wondered which fossils you may find in the sand at the beach or why they have flags at the beach?This book takes a closer look at sights you can see along and under the shores such as lighthouses, sandcastles, sea sports and the creatures found in rock pools.Want more? Follow the changing seasons with the other titles in the What to Look For... series:What to Look For in SpringWhat to Look For in SummerWhat to Look For in AutumnWhat to Look For in Winter

Comb through beaches for fossils and dive into rock pools in this fun, informative guide to the beauties found along and around seashores.Ever wondered which fossils you may find in the sand at the beach or why they have flags at the beach?This book takes a closer look at sights you can see along and under the shores such as lighthouses, sandcastles, sea sports and the creatures found in rock pools.Want more? Follow the changing seasons with the other titles in the What to Look For... series:What to Look For in SpringWhat to Look For in SummerWhat to Look For in AutumnWhat to Look For in Winter

See the world through Paul Cézanne's eyes and be inspired to produce your own masterpieces.Have you ever wondered exactly what artists were looking at to make them draw, sculpt, or paint the way they did? In this charming illustrated series of books created in full collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art, you can see what they saw, and be inspired to create your own artworks, too. In What the Artist Saw: Paul Cézanne meet the famous French painter.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. 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 Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

See the world through Paul Cézanne's eyes and be inspired to produce your own masterpieces.Have you ever wondered exactly what artists were looking at to make them draw, sculpt, or paint the way they did? In this charming illustrated series of books created in full collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art, you can see what they saw, and be inspired to create your own artworks, too. In What the Artist Saw: Paul Cézanne meet the famous French painter.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. 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 Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Once Upon a Time is an anthology of bedtime stories featuring 15 true tales all the way from ancient Egypt and the Vikings up to the 20th century.Each tale features an inspiring figure or hidden hero on an uplifting adventure. Kids will be awe-struck by:· The ancient Chinese emperor whose sacrifice saved his people· Holy Roman Empress Matilda who escaped her castle in 1142 and camouflaged herself as a ghost· The enslaved man who escaped to freedom by "posting" himself in a boxThe stories are accompanied by bonus information panels that give context to the stories and teach readers about the people, places, and history behind each tale. With a foiled, cloth effect cover featuring embossed artwork and a ribbon marker inside, Once Upon a Time has the timeless appeal of a beautifully illustrated bedtime book with the thrills of historical adventure and real-life stories.

Through ten colorful stories, get to know Leonardo da Vinci, the man behind the world's most famous smile!Leonardo loves learning about the world around him and develops his own style of drawing called "knowing how to see." He creates thousands of drawings in his quest to understand the world. From far and wide, wealthy patrons ask Leonardo to paint their portraits or create inventions to make their cities safer. When the city of Venice is attacked by sea, who do they ask to help them in their time of need? Leonardo! When the Duke of Milan wants a mural in his new church, who does he ask to paint it? Leonardo!Through his impressive artistic talent and scientific curiosity, Leonardo's contributions permanently change how people view the world.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, environmentalists like Jane Goodall and athletes like Simone Biles to activists like the Suffragettes.

Retired serial killer Edwyn Stoffgruppen is in love with Virginia, a girl he "met online." Her affection quiets his vile urges. Together, they tour the back roads of America in their LTD Crown Vic, eating doughnuts and enjoying their insatiable appetites for each other. Life is good until a Louisiana billionaire kidnaps Virginia, forcing Edwyn to kill again in exchange for her freedom. And the twist to all of this? Virginia is a sex doll. Writer DOUG WAGNER teams up with artists DANIEL HILLYARD and LAURA MARTIN for a chilling new crime series that ROBERT KIRKMAN reviewed by stating, "This is the weirdest s**t I''ve ever read. I love it!" Collects PLASTIC #1-5

Can you find the wild and wonderful creatures, hiding out in the ice? Discover this highly interactive reading experience, featuring 5 fold-out maps!Psst! Want to become a nature detective for a top-secret TV series called The Wild Files? On this snow-swept mission, you’ll travel across sea and ice as you visit the world’s polar regions. It’s time to: Find your tour guide.Follow your route.Look for clues. Trail the animals . . .  . . . and film some AWESOME footage!Along the way, you’ll discover what makes each polar region so special and meet the people, incredible creatures and plant life that call it home. Don’t forget to brush up on your map-reading skills too, as they’ll guide you to where you need to go to complete your mission – with 5 fold-out maps to explore, along the way!Written by CBeebies scriptwriter Tom Jordan and illustrated in immersive detail by Laura Martín, this is a perfect adventure for kids age 6–9.With storytelling and interactive fun, The Wild Files books introduce fascinating habitats around the world. Also available in the series: Rainforest Mission.

Can you find the wild and wonderful creatures, hiding in the rainforest? A highly interactive reading experience, featuring 5 fold-out maps!Psst! Want to become a nature detective for a top-secret TV series called The Wild Files?On this mission, you’ll travel to 5 of the world’s most extraordinary rainforests. It’s time to:Find your tour guide.Follow your route.Look for clues.Trail the animals . . .. . . and film some AWESOME footage!Along the way, you’ll discover what makes each rainforest region so special and meet the people, incredible creatures and plant life that call it home.Don’t forget to brush up on your map-reading skills too, as they’ll guide you to where you need to go to complete your mission – with 5 fold-out maps to explore, along the way!Written by CBeebies scriptwriter Tom Jordan and illustrated in immersive detail by Laura Martín, this is a perfect adventure for kids age 6–9.With storytelling and interactive fun, The Wild Files books introduce fascinating habitats around the world. Also available in the series: Polar Mission.