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The latest title in the popular 'How Things Work' series will make the ordinary seem extraordinary. Featuring the beautifully detailed illustrations of James Gulliver Hancock, How Everything Works will take a close-up look at the world around us to examine well-known, everyday environments and reveal how all the various objects and machines found there operate.
Full-page gatefolds showcase large, dense scenes while smaller flaps can be opened to uncover the secrets of the latest gizmos and gadgets. Explore a home, a building site, a factory, a shopping mall, an office and a busy street; find out how a car, a computer, a conveyor belt and mobile phone work, and much more!
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About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes - fully illustrated throughout!
Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs?
Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes. Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles - and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more!
Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training.
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Fully updated ahead of EURO 2024 and with a fill-in results wallchart to accompany the tournament, The Soccer Encyclopedia brings you all the latest information, stats, and facts from the world of soccer.
Read about superstar players, from Lionel Messi and Aitana Bonmatí to Erling Haaland and Jude Bellingham. Follow your favorite teams in the NWSL, the MLS, and around the globe. And get the lowdown on the greatest tournaments and competitions, from the Copa América to the FIFA Women's and Men's World Cups. The book now features expanded material on women's soccer, one of the world's fastest-growing sports. It's packed with pictures and profiles of the world's most skilful players--old and new--from Sam Kerr to Mohamed Salah, Kylian Mbappé to Megan Rapinoe, and Harry Kane to Neymar. Over 50 of the best sides to have lit up the game are covered in detail, including the U.S. women's and men's teams, Brazil, Manchester City, and Real Madrid. Soccer fans will get the key information about the top tournaments and leagues around the world, including the English Premier League, the CONCACAF Gold Cup, and the Copa Libertadores. All the drama of the beautiful game is fully analyzed with dynamic full-spread photos and artworks that recreate famous moves and goals, and there is in-depth coverage of every aspect of soccer, including rules and skills; fans and the media; coaches and tactics. Packed with the latest statistics and fully updated for this new edition, this is a superbly detailed reference book for all the family.
All aboard! From the fastest to the longest, the oldest to the newest, through tunnels, across bridges and up mountainsides, take a fascinating ride through the world of trains in this brilliant new book from illustrator James Gulliver Hancock.
In this follow-up to How Cities Work and How Airports Work, young readers travel through history and around the world to find out everything they ever wanted to know about trains. Unfold pages and lift flaps to reveal bustling stations, old steam locomotives fueled with coal, and high-speed trains zooming across Japan at almost 400 miles per hour!
And that's not all. See how trains reach the top of mountains, transport people under cities, and work beneath the sea. And don't forget to dress up-we'll take you on some luxurious journeys including the Trans-Siberian Railway from Moscow to Vladivostok, and The Ghan, which runs all the way across Australia!
How Trains Work is jam-packed with amazing facts and awesome illustrations, and was created in consultation with Anthony Coulls, Senior Curator of Rail Transport & Technology, National Railway Museum, UK.
About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids-an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet-published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
Celebrate the 2024 election with this fascinating book of facts about Kamala Harris, her family, her childhood, her hobbies, and her homelife--perfect for 8+ and fully illustrated throughout!
Did you know?
Find over one hundred extraordinary facts in this fun-packed book, the perfect gift for kids who love American history makers!
Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes - fully illustrated throughout!
Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs?
Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles - and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more!
Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training.
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Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes - fully illustrated throughout!
Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs?
Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles - and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more!
Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training.
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Coming about! From dinghies to freight liners, pirate ships to submarines, across oceans and up rivers, set sail on a fascinating journey through the world of ships in this new book from illustrator James Gulliver Hancock.
In this companion to How Airports Work and How Trains Work, young readers travel through history and around the world to find out everything they ever wanted to know about ships. Lift the flaps to unfurl papyrus sails on an Ancient Egyptian ship sailing up the Nile, tour a historic Spanish galleon, zoom across the water at almost 320 miles per hour in a speedboat, and much more.
See how ships stay afloat, cultivate wind power, and navigate using the stars . Learn all about how the first simple boats carved out of tree trunks evolved into the giant super yachts and cruise liners of today, and take a look at the limitless possibilities of the ships of the future.
How Ships Work is jam-packed with amazing facts and awesome illustrations, and was created in consultation with the National Maritime Museum, UK.
About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
Blast off into the cosmos with the latest title in the popular 'How Things Work' series which includes How Cities Work, How Airports Work, How Trains Work and How Ships Work - books that reveal the inner workings of familiar places and vehicles.
Featuring fantastic illustrations by James Gulliver Hancock, this title explores the ultimate vehicles: spaceships - how they do what they do, what they're used for and their development through history. Spreads will look at how rockets blast off into space, how people were sent to the Moon and back, how space centres prepare spaceships and astronauts for amazing adventures across the cosmos. It will also look at all different types of spacecraft: space stations and satellites orbiting Earth, rovers trundling over the surface of Mars, and probes travelling at thousands of miles per second through the outer reaches of the Solar System on incredible journeys of discovery.
Full-page gatefolds and flaps explore spaceships both big and small, inside and out. It's going to be out of this world!
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About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
Updated with a fresh new design and all-new photographs, The Soccer Encyclopedia brings you all the latest information, stats, and facts from the world of soccer. Read about superstar players, from Kylian Mbappé and Carli Lloyd to Erling Haaland and Lionel Messi. Follow your favorite teams in the NWSL, the MLS, and around the globe. And get the lowdown on the greatest tournaments and competitions, from the Copa América to the FIFA World Cup.
The book now features expanded material on women's soccer, one of the world's fastest-growing sports. It's packed with pictures and profiles of the world's most skilful players--old and new--from Megan Rapinoe to Mohamed Salah, Kylian Mbappé to Cristiano Ronaldo, and Harry Kane to Neymar. Over 50 of the best sides to have lit up the game are covered in detail, including the U.S. women's and men's teams, Brazil, Manchester City, and Real Madrid. Soccer fans will get the key information about the top tournaments and leagues around the world, including the English Premier League, the CONCACAF Gold Cup, and the Copa Libertadores. All the drama of the beautiful game is fully analyzed with dynamic full-spread photos and artworks that recreate famous moves and goals, and there is in-depth coverage of every aspect of soccer, including rules and skills; fans and the media; coaches and tactics. Packed with the latest statistics and fully updated for this new edition, this is a superbly detailed reference book for all the family.
The monster trucks are back and they're still big, just like kids love them.
Monster Trucks is an in-your-face book about the eye-popping behemoths that attract more than four million Monster Jam fans every year to sold-out stadiums in the United States, Canada and Europe. Superfans dress up in the painted designs of their hero truck, pack the seats, and add to the noise. Monster trucks are their superheroes. On wheels. Very, very BIG wheels.
First published in 2012 as part of the Mighty Machines series, this new release has more pages and is as big and bold in color and content as the roaring monsters that crush cars, jump in the air, and do wheelies, spins and tricks.
Large type describes the nuts and bolts of monster trucks, literally: how they are made, what makes them safe, and exactly how impressively big and tall and wide and fat they are. But the kick for monster truck fans are the pages and pages of the most famous monster trucks: Monster Medic, Thundertrax, Maximum Destruction, Jurassic Attack, Raminator, Grim Reaper and more.
With a quiz to test monster truck know-how and activities to keep the fun going, plus a glossary of terms, Monster Trucks is perfect for kids to enjoy alone or with other monster truck superfans.
Pack your brain with football fun and trivia ahead of the UEFA EURO 2024 championship!
Did you know?
The world's largest football shirt is over 80m long.
In 2002, Australia won a World Cup qualifying game by 31-0.
Danish referee Henning Erikstrup's fake teeth fell out when he went to blow the final whistle.
The youngest person to be signed by a football club was less than 2 years old.
From record-breaking goals to the world's most extraordinary players, from stunning stadiums to weird and wonderful mascots, discover over 100 fascinating football facts, specially selected for readers aged 7.
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Take a tour around the world to uncover some of the planet's most incredible landmarks and monuments - inside and out. From the Great Pyramid of Giza to the Statue of Liberty, the Taj Mahal to Sydney Opera House, you'll discover the secrets of these iconic structures, learn about their history and find out why they have become 'wonders' of the world.
Astonishing photography shows these landmarks in pin-sharp detail, with fun illustrations highlighting special features further. Kids will have fun with the book's interactive format, opening full-page gatefolds to view spectacular scenes, and lifting small flaps to reveal the secrets of these amazing structures. It's the wonders of the world in a book!
Contents includes:
- Christ the Redeemer Statue, Brazil
- Statue of Liberty, USA
- The White House, USA
- Big Ben and Houses of Parliament, UK
- Eiffel Tower, France, Europe
- Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy
- Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany
- The Great Pyramid of Giza, Egypt
- Soccer City (FNB Stadium), South Africa
- Burj Khalifa, Dubai
- Taj Mahal, India
- Forbidden City, China
- Sydney Opera House, Australia
About Lonely Planet Kids:
Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
Bursting with fascinating facts for impressing friends, parents, grandparents and teachers - perfect for curious children everywhere!
Wow your friends! Amaze your teachers! Astonish your family!
Find over 120 mind-boggling facts and sensational stats in this fun-packed and hilarious book, perfect for 9+ readers.
Whether you love animals or adventure, science or sport, inspiring people or incredible places, you'll find ALL the weird and wonderful facts you'll ever need in the pages of this book. You won't want to put it down!
The perfect beginner's book for STEAM related topics.
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Pack your brain with football fun and trivia ahead of the UEFA EURO 2024 championship!
Did you know?
The longest game of table football lasted more than five days.
There is a football World Cup for robots.
The world's most expensive football ticket cost 2.2 million.
Fans of Argentine footballer Diego Maradona set up a the Church of Maradona in 1998.
From record-breaking goals, the world's most extraordinary players, stunning stadiums to weird and wonderful mascots, discover over 100 fascinating football facts, specially selected for readers aged 8.
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Would you rather go the theatre in ancient Greece or go to a festival? Would you rather face a cyclops or sirens? Only you can decide!
Adventure into the fascinating world of ancient Greece with this new Would You Rather book!
Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the exciting, adventurous (and sometimes stinky) lives of the ancient Greeks. Prepare to decide what sort of ancient Greek food you would rather eat, what ancient Olympic sports you would try your hand at, and much more!
Each 'would you rather' question is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about ancient Greek history - rediscover familiar favourites like the Spartans and Medusa, and delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing civilization.
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Filled with over 150 brain-busting puzzles and quizzes - fully illustrated throughout!
Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs?
Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles - and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more!
Perfect for Cluedle and Murdle puzzlers in training.
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Would you rather be in Valhalla or Ragnarök? Be called Erik Bloodaxe or Thorfinn Skullsplitter? Only YOU can decide!
Adventure into the astonishing world of the Vikings with this new Would You Rather book!
Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the Vikings - their exploits, gods, society, daily life and more. With over 20 'would you rather' questions, prepare to decide if you would rather be a raider or a trader, a poet or a scribe, eat blood soup or rotting shark . . . and much more!
Each situation is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about Viking history - rediscover familiar favourites such as Thor and Valhalla, and delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing civilization.
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