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• Charming Christmas lift-the-flap puzzle: Count down the last 12 days till Christmas with the cozy Cat Family
• Sturdy gift box contains: 76-piece puzzle with 64 regular pieces and 12 shaped lift-the-flap pieces, plus a 28-page booklet; finished puzzle measures 33 × 33 cm / 13 × 13 in. 
• 12 flaps to open: On the completed puzzle, lift a flap each day to reveal sweet holiday scenes
• Includes story and activity booklet: Read the Cat Family story and find ideas for sustainable holiday activities
• Christmastime fun for kids ages 4–7: An activity-packed gift to engage kids in Christmas preparations

 
Count down to Christmas with the Cat Family in this lift-the-flap puzzle with 12 flaps to open.

Piece together the puzzle to create your Cat Family Christmas scene, based on the popular children’s book series. Open the 12 flaps on the shaped pieces to reveal what the Cat Family have been up to as they decorate, bake and prepare the house for the holiday. Every flap leads to a heart-warming miniature scene that will fill you and your family with Christmas cheer.
 
Infused with the warm nostalgia of a traditional Victorian advent calendar, the puzzle image shows the adorable Cat Family decorating their Christmas tree next to their roaring fireplace, with knitted stockings hung from the evergreen garland–draped mantle.
 
In the enchantingly illustrated booklet, join the Cat Family as they prepare for Christmas Day, decorating their home, baking treats, writing letters to Santa, making gifts and more. Along the way, find ideas for your own family-friendly holiday activities, such as making your own decorations and gift wrap, and spreading festive cheer in the community.
 
Make your own holiday just as special as the Cat Family Christmas with this whimsical gift.
 
Delight in even more Cat Family fun with the books:Cat Family Christmas and Cat Family at The Museum.

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This paperback edition includes a link to download a free audio version of the book read by Sir Tony Robinson.

In Sir Tony Robinson’s Weird World of Wonders World War I Tony Robinson takes you on a headlong gallop through time, pointing out all the most important, funny, strange, amazing, entertaining, smelly and disgusting bits about World War I. It’s history, but not as we know it!

Find out everything you ever needed to know about World War I in this brilliant action-packed, fact-filled book, including:

– How to build a trench

– Why dogs were such good messengers

– How plastic surgery was invented

– Why you needed a gas mask

What are you waiting for? Let’s get going . . .

For more World War history facts in this fun series, discover World War II.

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Discover all the foul facts about the history of air travel with history’s most horrible headlines: in-flight edition.

The master of making history fun, Terry Deary, turns his attention to the skies. From the Chinese prisoners who were sent up on kites and the brave but foolish failures who jumped from a height on home-made wings to the first real successes of the Montgolfier balloon and the Wright Brothers’ powered flight. It’s all in Horrible Histories: Up in the Air:

• fully illustrated throughout and packed with hair-raising stories – with all the horribly hilarious bits included
• with a fresh take on the classic Horrible Histories style, perfect for fans old and new
• the perfect series for anyone looking for a fun and informative read
• Horrible Histories has been entertaining children and families for generations with books, TV, stage show, magazines, games and 2019’s brilliantly funny Horrible Histories: the Movie – Rotten Romans.

Get your history right here and collect the whole horrible lot.

Read all about it!

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A hilarious book from bestselling author and stand-up comic James Campbell, who has visited over 3,000 primary schools to tell stories and encourage children to write their own.

Ever wondered why sharks have such a bad reputation? Are they dangerous, human-munching monsters? Or have we got it all wrong? In fact, only SIX people get attacked by sharks every year across the WHOLE WORLD. And how many sharks are eaten by humans every year? ONE HUNDRED MILLION! So maybe sharks are more afraid of us .

Take a deep dive into the ridiculously funny life of sharks (and some things that have nothing to do with sharks but are still splendidly funny) according to James Campbell, comedian extraordinaire.

This face-achingly funny book will also teach you about great white sharks, tiger sharks and hammerhead sharks, just how incredibly old sharks are, and why sharks are SO important for the environment and how to look after them.

So, whether you’re seriously afraid of sharks or love them so much you want to invite a shark to your next birthday party, this HILARIOUS book is for you. Prepare to roll around the floor laughing with the snot-inducingly brilliant The Funny Life of Sharks, with side-splittingly funny illustrations from Rob Jones.

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This bumper treat combines the funniest material from Jokes for Funny Kids: 6 Year Olds, Jokes for Funny Kids: 7 Year Olds and Jokes for Funny Kids: 8 Year olds.

Why did the music teacher carry a ladder around with him?
To reach the high notes.

Why did the cookie cry?
Because his father was a wafer so long.

I’m giving away a parachute…
… No strings attached.

My dad got me a dictionary for my birthday…
… I still couldn’t find the words to thank him.

Packed with gigglesome gags, witty one-liners and classic knock knocks to use on friends and family, this book is guaranteed to have readers and listeners in fits of laughter. Each joke is accompanied by a lively and humorous illustration, taking entertainment to the next level. Easy to read and full of endless fun, this is the perfect companion for young jokers.

Also available in the ‘Buster Laugh-a-lot’ series:
9781780556260 Jokes for Funny Kids: 6 Year Olds
9781780556246 Jokes for Funny Kids: 7 Year Olds
9781780556253 Jokes for Funny Kids: 8 Year Olds
9781780557083 The Christmas Joke Book for Funny Kids

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A hilarious book from bestselling author and stand-up comic James Campbell, who has visited over 3,000 primary schools to tell stories and encourage children to write their own.

Uncover the ridiculously funny life of teachers (and some things that have nothing to do with teachers but are still splendidly funny) according to James Campbell, comedian extraordinaire. Ever wondered what teachers do when they’re not in the classroom? Are they undercover detectives, champion roller-blade dancers or do they spend their evenings playing with their 576 cats?

This face-achingly funny book will also teach you why you should carry an emergency banana with you at all times, how to fart in class silently without anyone knowing it was you and how to catapult yourself to school by building a medieval style catapult in your back garden!

Whether you love or loathe your teachers, want to become one when you grow up or don’t give two figs about your teacher but simply love a HILARIOUS read, this book is for you. Prepare to roll around the floor laughing with the snot-inducingly brilliant The Funny Life of Teachers.

But be warned – this is NOT a normal book. You can read it forwards, backwards, sideways and in approximately 861,000 different ways in between. Whichever way you read it, look no further for fantastic real-life teacher facts, incredibly funny illustrations, imaginary stories and an impossibly silly read!

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Get all the important tips and tricks you need to know for the Hogwarts Legacy game.

Welcome to Hogwarts Legacy, the exciting open-world action RPG game set in the Wizarding World.

You play as a newly admitted fifth-year student at Hogwarts in the 1800s who holds the key to an ancient secret that threatens to tear the wizarding world apart.

• In this official game guide, gamers will learn everything they need to know to play Hogwarts Legacy.
• Discover exclusive information about brand-new characters and locations found in the game, plus unlock hidden secrets and other tips for completing the game’s various missions.
• Record your achievements in the back of the book, look up wizarding world terms in the included Hogwarts Legacy glossary, and much more.

This official game guide is a must-have for any gamer and Wizarding World fan!

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From the creators of the bestselling Brain Games for Clever Kids®, this book contains mental maths conundrums to solve.

Clever Kids can test their mental arithmetic by working out simple fractions, times tables, number pyramids and much more. All the answers can be found at the back of the book.

From bestselling puzzle book author Dr Gareth Moore, the creator of the chart-topping Clever Kids series which has sold over 460,000 copies in the UK.

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From the bestselling team behind Horrible Histories!

It’s time to delve into the totally true (sort of) and incredibly intriguing pages of Queen Victoria’s Secret Diary.

First! Terry Deary steps into the mind of one of history’s most quirky queens, bringing you Victoria’s thoughts on:

• the Government!
• incredible inventions!
• Buckingham Palace!
• the Empire!

Horrible Histories’ Secret Diaries of the most extraordinary (and Horrible) characters of all time will blow your mind.

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Horrible Histories’ Secret Diaries are the perfect introduction to important figures from history.

Fully illustrated throughout and told from the character’s (sometimes delusional) point of view, each diary reveals the (quite likely) inner workings of their minds during the events that shaped their lives.

Covering key moments in Victoria’s life and the history of the Victorian era, the Secret Diary of Queen Victoria reveals her:

• reaction to ascending the throne at 18
• arguments with Prince Albert
• experience of the open sewers at Buckingham Palace
• thoughts on her enemies and allies

Each diary is the perfect introduction to a pivotal era in British History, brilliantly immersive and sure to capture the imagination!

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Minecraft is a multi-platform block-based gaming sensation. Whether you’re in Creative, Survival or Hardcore Mode, the Minecraft books contain all the advice you need to survive and thrive!

Written by expert guides who specialise in studying mobs and biomes, the Minecraft Mob Encyclopedia is an adventure to discover every Mob in the game.

The Overworld is an enormous land full of beautiful biomes and teeming with life, so much so that it can be a challenge to witness all it has to offer. The Minecraft Mob Encyclopedia is brought to you by experts who specialise in exploring biomes and love sharing their experiences of mob spotting.

Cross plains and jungles, oceans and caves as you go on an exciting journey to discover every single mob in the game!

It’s time for adventure!

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First, Coding with micro:bit introduces you to the hardware and software features of the BBC micro:bit, including the built-in microphone, speaker, and touch sensor added in micro:bit version 2. You’ll learn new skills such as how to code your micro:bit to play music, send messages, display pictures, and detect light.

• Getting started: This section gives you a tour of the micro:bit and gets you started with coding your first program.
• Basics: Here, you’ll learn to display images and text on the micro:bit’s LED grid.
• Inputs:: This section shows you how to work with the input systems on the micro:bit, like the buttons, the accelerometer, and the light sensor.

Once you’ve mastered these skills, the book guides you through 10 exciting projects, including a temperature sensor, simple interactive games, and even an alarm system!

1. The 99 game: This first project is a game of chance that involves throwing the micro:bit among a group of people. You’ll learn more about coding, like using variables and control flow techniques.
2. Heads or tails: In this project, you’ll use the LED grid and accelerometer to create a “coin toss” generator that detects when you flip your micro:bit, and displays heads or tails.
3. Steady hand game: This game challenges you to hold your micro:bit in your hand as long as you can without wobbling. You’ll also learn more about the micro:bit’s abilities and other fundamental coding techniques.
4. Temperature display: Here, you’ll use the micro:bit’s built-in temperature sensor to detect the temperature and scroll it across the LED grid.
5. LED control: In this project, you’ll learn how to wire up an external LED and control it with code. This exercise teaches you about using the micro:bit with other components so you can build even bigger projects.
6. Trespasser alarm: By connecting a speaker to your micro:bit, you’ll create an alarm system that detects when someone has broken into your room and alerts you by playing a tune.
7. Fortune teller: This project ramps up the coding complexity, showing you how to program your micro:bit to tell your fortune just like a Magic 8-Ball!
8. Compass: Here, you’ll turn the micro:bit into a real working compass using its built-in magnetometer.
9. Radio communication: In this project you’ll use two micro:bits to send and receive radio messages.
10. Bag alarm: Using your radio skills from the previous project combined with the accelerometer, you’ll build a bag alarm with two micro:bits. The first micro:bit stays inside your bag and alerts a second micro:bit in your pocket if someone tries to steal your bag.

Each project has been designed to work with both versions of the micro:bit.

You’ll find “Try This” sections that suggest other ways for you to try out your new knowledge. These ideas will inspire you to build your own projects with the micro:bit.

So whether you’re a coding newbie, or you think you know it all, grab your micro:bit and let’s get coding!

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Python for beginners – you’ll learn how to build amazing graphics, fun games, and useful apps using Python, an easy yet powerful free programming language available for download.

A perfect introduction to Python coding for kids ages 10 and over who are ready to take the next step after Scratch – all they need is a desktop or laptop, and an internet connection to download Python 3.

Using fun graphics and easy-to-follow instructions, this straightforward, visual guide shows young learners how to build their own computer projects using Python. Step-by-step instructions teach essential coding basics like loops and conditionals, and outline 14 fun and exciting projects. Included is a script that cracks secret codes, a quiz to challenge family and friends, a matching game, and more.

When they feel more confident, kids can think creatively and use the tips and tricks provided to personalise and adapt each project. The simple, logical steps are fully illustrated with fun pixel art and build on the basics of coding. Kids will eventually have the skills to build whatever kind of project they can dream up – the only limit is your imagination!

Create, Remix And Customise!

Create crazy games, crack fiendish codes, and compose crafty quizzes with this amazing collection of Python projects. Suitable for beginners and experts alike, Computer Coding Python Projects for Kids has everything enthusiastic coders need.

Follow the simple steps to learn how to write code in this popular programming language and improve your programming skills, while you learn to create, remix, and customise your own projects.

The material in this educational book is example based and the colours and humour keep children engaged while they learn to code. If your child is ready for the next step after mastering Scratch, this is the book to get!

Inside this guide, you will learn about:
– Starting with Python and first steps
– Creating cool graphics and playful apps
– Getting acquainted with games in Python

Supporting STEM education initiatives, computer coding teaches kids how to think creatively, work collaboratively, and reason systematically, and is quickly becoming a necessary and sought-after skill. DK’s computer coding books for kids are full of fun exercises with step-by-step guidance, making them the perfect introductory tools for building vital skills in computer programming. Computer Coding Python Projects for Kids is the next in an awesome coding book series for kids. Add Computer Coding Projects for Kids in Scratch 3.0 and Computer Coding Games for Kids in Scratch 3.0 to your collection.

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Educational fun through simple rules, engaging activities, diverse challenges, and playful characters.

Visually compelling puzzles and games engage children in purposeful problem solving and STEM skill development through grit building challenges. Over 150 developmentally appropriate activities are organized by subject and captivate a wide spectrum of learners.

• Spatial Reasoning
• Math Puzzles
• Logic Problems
• Word Games
• Activities
• Two-Player Games

Each section has a low floor but high ceiling as puzzles grow in difficulty, inspiring children through early success which motivates continued engagement.

Beautifully illustrated characters from the 2021 Reader’s Favorite gold medal winner for best children’s picture book, The Gritty Little Lamb, deliver personality while also providing inspiration and encouragement in spirited rhyme as kids work through meaningful activities to build essential problem solving and critical thinking skills fundamental to all curriculum.

Answers are provided in the back of the book and a certificate of achievement is included that can be presented upon completion. 13 pencil and paper two-player games facilitate the direct application of acquired skills and provide the foundation for continued fun and growth after the book is finished.

Whether you are looking for activities to develop or entertain, Logic Workbook for Gritty Kids is unmatched. Comprehensive content is most appropriate for kids ages 6-10, but some puzzles and games are entertaining for older kids and adults, making this book a great family value.

Educational fun.
Playful fun.
Developmental fun.
Engaging fun.
Hard fun.
Motivating fun.
Enduring fun.
Fun fun.

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