CHILDRENS BOOKS

Ming And Maria Explore The Universe (The Girls Who Changed the World, #5) In this fifth and final book in The Girls Who Changed the World series, Ming Qong discovers who she is, and that she, too, will change the world.Ming has travelled through history to meet girls who have changed the world. However, this time is different as Herstory, History's sister, promises to reveal to Ming something of her own past: her long-lost mother.When Ming washes up on the icy shores of Nantucket Island in 1836 she is saved by the elderly Mrs Sloe and the wealthy Miss Reynolds, but there is no sign of a woman who might be her mother.The island is home to Maria Mitchell, who at seventeen has already published her first papers on astronomy and will go on to inspire scientists around the world for generations to come.Maria's future holds extraordinary promise and fame. But what about Ming? And who is her mother?In this final book in the Girls Who Changed the World series, Ming Qong discovers who she is, and how she, too, will change the world.

A lift-the-flap book with 50 simple stretching, yoga and pilates moves to practise at home. With pages called Stretchy Day, Animal Day and Dynamo Day, the book makes exercise exciting and fun for readers aged 5+. Many children don't get enough physical exercise and one in three are overweight or obese by the time they leave primary school. This book gives children the tools to stay fit and healthy, instilling knowledge and habits that will be useful throughout their lives. AGES: 5 plus AUTHOR: Linda Gaines is a personal trainer and yoga instructor based in Melbourne, Australia. She is the author of the successful 30-Day Exercise Plan YOGA, which has been translated into 10 languages. Tasha Goddard is a British illustrator who resides with her family in the Cotswolds. Her quirky illustrations are filled with life and colour and are mainly published in children's books and adult lifestyle publications. SELLING POINTS: . Teaches children 50 simple, safe exercises to do at home . Gets kids moving and helps them gain confidence and de-stress . A fun, age-appropriate approach to exercise that kids will enjoy . Helps build healthy habits and skills from an early age

Award-winning author and illustrator Ashley Spires has created a charming picture book about an unnamed girl and her very best friend, who happens to be a dog. The girl has a wonderful idea. "She is going to make the most MAGNIFICENT thing! She knows just how it will look. She knows just how it will work. All she has to do is make it, and she makes things all the time. Easy-peasy!" But making her magnificent thing is anything but easy, and the girl tries and fails, repeatedly. Eventually, the girl gets really, really mad. She is so mad, in fact, that she quits. But after her dog convinces her to take a walk, she comes back to her project with renewed enthusiasm and manages to get it just right. For the early grades' exploration of character education, this funny book offers a perfect example of the rewards of perseverance and creativity. The girl's frustration and anger are vividly depicted in the detailed art, and the story offers good options for dealing honestly with these feelings, while at the same time reassuring children that it's okay to make mistakes. The clever use of verbs in groups of threes is both fun and functional, offering opportunities for wonderful vocabulary enrichment. The girl doesn't just "make" her magnificent thing - she "tinkers and hammers and measures," she "smoothes and wrenches and fiddles," she "twists and tweaks and fastens." These precise action words are likely to fire up the imaginations of youngsters eager to create their own inventions and is a great tie-in to learning about Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths.

When did life first appear on Earth? How did humans evolve? How did giraffe's necks get longer? Are humans now perfectly designed? My First Book of Evolution answers these and many more questions about evolution and how it works in a fun and entertaining way. Simple concepts such as what is a family tree, what is a species, what is a cell and more complex ideas of natural selection, adaptation, speciation and the inheritance of traits are explained using the following informative tools: . Imaginative and appealing charts . Graphics and illustrations . Simple, bite-size nuggets of explanatory text AGES: 8 plus AUTHOR: Sheddad Kaid-Salah Ferrón is a science and physics enthusiast with degrees in physics and pharmacy. Since graduation he has been teaching science to children, continuing to study physics, working in the pharmaceutical field and staring at the universe with his telescope. He now writes popular science books. Sheddad lives in Barcelona, Spain. Eduard Altarriba is a graphic designer and illustrator. He runs Alababalà, a studio producing games, exhibitions, animation, apps and practical and fun workbooks for children. He has illustrated a number of books published by GMC Publications including, Discovering Architecture, Discovering Energy, My First Book of Electromagnetism, My First Book of Microbes, My First Book of Quantum Physics, My First Book of Relativity, My First Book of the Cosmos, What is War? and Migrants. Eduard lives in Barcelona, Spain.

Uses fun flaps and whimsical art to describe more than 50 different jobs in the world of fashion, from design, photography and modelling, to retail, public relations and digital and online jobs. Getting young children to think about careers can broaden their horizons and make them aware of job opportunities outside their usual frame of reference. It can boost their aspirations and help them to bust stereotypes about their future lives. AGES: 5 plus AUTHOR: Jamie Collins is a freelance author and editor of children's reference books based in London. Josh Cleland works out of his home studio in Portland, Oregon. He has been creating high-quality, fun illustrations since 2009 for clients all over the world, including Highlights for Children magazine, Storytime magazine, and Pinterest. His work can be found in picture books, iOS apps, album covers, websites, billboards, his parents' fridge, posters, newsletters, animations and more. SELLING POINTS: . Encourages children to begin thinking about their interests and strengths . Helps them identify jobs they may never have heard of before . Shows over 50 fashion careers using chucklesome, lift-the-flap illustrations . Boosts aspirations and expands knowledge

Uses fun flaps and whimsical art to describe more than 50 different jobs and careers involving animals, from veterinary work and conservation to jobs in research, training and care. Getting young children to think about careers can broaden their horizons and make them aware of job opportunities outside their usual frame of reference. It can boost their aspirations and help them to bust stereotypes in their future lives. AGES: 5 plus AUTHOR: Jamie Collins is a freelance author and editor of children's reference books based in London. Josh Cleland works out of his home studio in Portland, Oregon. He has been creating high-quality, fun illustrations since 2009 for clients all over the world, including Highlights for Children magazine, Storytime magazine, and Pinterest. His work can be found in picture books, iOS apps, album covers, websites, billboards, his parents' fridge, posters, newsletters, animations and more. SELLING POINTS: . Encourages children to begin thinking about their interests and strengths . Helps them identify jobs they may never have heard of before . Presents more than 50 animal careers using humorous, lift-the-flap illustrations . Boosts aspirations and expands knowledge

An action-packed book on the most extraordinary stars in NBA history. Legends of the NBA features illustrated profiles of twenty-eight retired basketball greats, including pioneers of the game such as Earl Lloyd and Bill Russell, Dream Team players like Magic Johnson and Michael Jordan, and more recent all-stars, such as Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant. Young readers will learn about where each of these stars grew up, how he made it to the top, and what makes his playing style unique. Filled with career highlights, key stats, and action-packed photos, this book will wow both the basketball novice and the passionate fan. AGES: 9 to 12 AUTHOR: Kjartan Atli Kjartansson is a former basketball player and coach who has competed at a national level. He is an experienced sports radio show host, and is the creator and host of an award-winning weekly show about basketball on Icelandic television. SELLING POINTS: . Fun yet substantive nonfiction for ages 7 and up; great for reluctant readers . Brief biographies of 28 retired NBA greats, with action-packed photos and key stats . A follow-up to the successful Stars of the NBA (9780789214164), which covered the league's best current players Michael Jordan Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Magic Johnson Wilt Chamberlain Bill Russell Larry Bird Tim Duncan Oscar Robertson Kobe Bryant Shaquille O'Neal Hakeem Olajuwon Julius Erving Moses Malone Dirk Nowitzki Jerry West Elgin Baylor Kevin Garnett Charles Barkley David Robinson John Havlicek Isaiah Thomas Dwayne Wade Allen Iverson Dominique Wilkins Steve Nash

A head-to-head comparison of the two greatest soccer stars of their generation - and perhaps of all time. One, diminutive and reserved; the other, tall and theatrical. One with six Ballons d'Or, and the other with five. There's no doubt about it - Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo are the best. But which one is better? This lively book compares every aspect of the legendary rivals' careers, to let the reader decide. It compares their stats, including their ten years of matchups in El Clasico, their club trophies, and their individual awards and milestones. It analyses their style of play, and how it has evolved throughout their careers. And, it looks at how their rivalry continues off the field, in terms of endorsement deals, social media followings, and philanthropic endeavors. Packed with colour photos of the champions in action, Messi and Ronaldo will spark discussion among both players' partisans. AGES: 7 to 12 AUTHOR: Illugi Jokulsson is a journalist, editor, and author living in Iceland.

Journey to the moon and beyond! A beautifully illustrated and entertainingly informative history of space travel. Certain to fuel young readers curiosity about all things related to space, this gorgeous and information packed book chronicles human exploits beyond Earth. After introducing readers to the basics of every rocket, regardless of size or purpose, it delves into a wide variety of significant moments and concepts around the history of space exploration: . The stories of Sputnik, the X-15 and the race to space; . How we measure distance in the universe; what makes up an astronaut's suit. . The Saturn V launch vehicle. . The Apollo 11 moon landing. . Space shuttles and international space stations. . Mars exploration. . The possibilities of extraterrestrial life myth and fact. Filled with full-page spreads featuring the author's signature retro-futurist drawings, this colorful and enlightening book will keep readers fascinated for hours on end, while igniting a lifelong passion for the endless possibilities of our cosmos. AGES: 10 plus AUTHOR: Jan van der Veken designs book covers and posters and creates illustrations for newspapers and magazines, including two New Yorker covers. When van der Veken is not drawing, you can find him high in the sky, piloting a plane. In 2016, he received the Culture Prize from his hometown of Ghent, Belgium. His other books, Planes, and Boats are available from Prestel.

Identify the human body's signals through riddles in this interactive STEM book on interoception. Educational endnotes reinforce learning. Through interactive riddles and engaging illustrations, this STEAM picture book introduces interoception: a human body function that helps a person understand what's going on inside their body. Kids play detective by identifying the human body's signals to find out what it feels and needs such as hunger, thirst, cold, and the need to use the bathroom. Educational endnotes include additional content for an extra layer of learning and fun challenges. AGES: 4 to 8 AUTHOR: Janet Krauthamer holds a master's degree in occupational therapy from Columbia University. She is currently an MFA candidate in Writing for Children and Young Adults at Vermont College of Fine Arts. She lives in New York City, USA, with her husband and two kids. Christiane loves creating books that share her curiosity of the world and her strong interest in nature. Her playful artwork can be found in many non-fiction books, picture and board books as well as in advertising and children's products. Christiane is originally from Germany and now lives by the sea in Kent, UK, together with her family and one feisty tuxedo cat. SELLING POINTS: . BODY AWARENESS: A unique topic with high educational value for young children becoming familiar with how their body works. . INTERACTIVE FORMAT: Pull tabs make the format interactive, good for children exploring independently as well as being read to. . WHODUNIT?: Riddles, questions, and playful tone of the text keep readers engaged for multi-level learning. . EDUCATIONAL ENDNOTES: Endnotes provide additional information about body signals and lift-the-flaps to reinforce learning about interoception.