Books published by publisher Arcturus

Did you know that your body makes a billion cells a minute? Or that your fingers have no muscles in them? Or that if your blood vessels were stretched out in a long line they would go twice around the earth? Discover 500 unbelievable facts about your own body in this handy book. Packed full of fascinating information, incredible diagrams and wonderful illustrations, this fact book is the perfect guide to the human body for readers aged 8+.

Q: Why don't clams give to charity? A: Because they're shellfish! Get a generous dose of vitamin sea with this brilliant ocean-themed joke book, containing 140 side-splitting corkers. Featuring hilarious cartoon illustrations, The Out to Sea Joke Book provides young readers with hours of entertainment. ABOUT THE SERIES: Laugh Out Loud is a vibrant and dynamic joke book series for kids. Featuring a variety of exciting themes, these titles build general knowledge and their playful jokes are great to share with family and friends. Perfect for kids aged 5+.

What is the purpose of life? Is religion the answer? How, in a world beset with misery and conflict, can we help to find inner peace?Siddhartha helped inspire the legions of counter-cultural 'hippies' and other refuseniks who challenged the Western capitalist order in the 1960s and 1970s. Brought to you here in a new translation by William Aaltonen, Siddhatha is as relevant now as it was on publication. The tale follows a wealthy son of a Brahmin, Siddhatha, as he explores the extremes of human existence: first through religion, then via harsh self-denial, then by plunging headlong into the hedonism of sensual love, wealth, gambling and power. At the very last, he finds a way to temper the pain of human existence, to transcend the self and reach spiritual resolution. Herman Hesse's profound and absorbing novella will help you find serenity and spiritual meaning in a difficult world.

It's easy to create your own adorable animal artworks! This charming full-colour book is ideal for budding artists of all abilities who want to learn to draw their favourite animals, step-by-step. From ferocious lions to cute kittens, little artists will be able to build up appealing, characterful finished illustrations from the most basic of starting shapes. For artists aged 4+.

This beautiful illustrated treasury presents an inspiring collection of 15 stories from around the world, retold by multi award-winning author Anita Ganeri. Showcasing narratives that celebrate strong, independent women, these fairy tales contain heroines that aren't reduced to being wives or witches! Instead they run free and possess the qualities we would hope for in our daughters and friends: self-confidence, strength, wits, courage, fearlessness, and independence. They live freely, happily ever after, without restraint or narrowly defined roles. These stories include: • Atalanta the Huntress (Greece)• Nana Miriam (Niger)• Fitcher's Bird (Germany)• The Girl and the Puma (Argentina)• Li Chi Slays the Serpent (China)• Brave Woman Counts Coup (US/White River Sioux)• Mizilca (Romania)• The Pirate Princess (Poland/Jewish)• The Samurai Maiden (Japan)• Molly Whuppie (England)Bold and imaginative, these tales will capture the hearts and minds of young readers everywhere. Perfect for kids age 8+.

Did you know that new planets are discovered almost every day? Or that you can use a telescope to see millions of years into the past? From the planets and moons of our solar system to the farthest reaches of the universe, this book is an essential guide to the weird wonders of space. It is packed full of 101 extraordinary facts about space that kids will love to discover and share. For children aged 7+.

I have a beak but not a tail. I swim around but am not a whale. My legs are long, but I can't walk. My brain is large, but I can't talk. What am I? Set sail for the high seas with this wonderful treasury of underwater riddles. As well as solving traditional riddles, young readers can crack logic puzzles, try tongue-twisters and laugh at silly puns. Featuring hilarious cartoon illustrations of narwhals, mermaids and more, this collection is sure to make a splash! ABOUT THE SERIES: Riddle Me This is packed full of clever riddles and hilarious cartoon illustrations, designed to appeal to children. Each title follows a popular theme, from animals to school to underwater riddles, so readers age 7+ can puzzle, ponder and stretch their minds.

What is life like in another country? Meet Rajiv, a 12-year-old living in India. Follow a day in his life and discover what he has for breakfast, his favourite sport and what instrument he is learning. This full-colour scrapbook design includes photographs of Rajiv going about his daily routine. Along the way, young readers will learn: • What religions are practiced in India • Different Indian sweets and deserts • Common Indian street games and pastimes • What lessons Indian children learn at school Perfect for children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Each book in this series follows a real child through a day in their life. Featuring fun facts about each country and extraordinary photographs of these children's routines, A Child's Day In ... is both a celebration of diversity and lesson that children all over the world have the same hopes and dreams.

Travel to the faraway land of "Once Upon a Time" with this enchanting collection of classic fairy tales.From The Little Mermaid to The Three Little Pigs, and from Snow White to The Snow Queen, this beautifully illustrated collection of is the perfect introduction to these timeless tales for readers aged 4+.Help improve your child's reading in just 10 minutes a day with Storytime.Just 10 minutes of reading a day can...Boost VocabularyReading for a short period every day exposes your child to almost 1 million words per year, which helps to foster communication and understanding.Encourage LearningReading at home is linked to better performance in spelling, comprehension and general knowledge, helping to develop important learning skills.Promote RelaxationReading a book gives your child the quiet time they need each day to relax, and is a great way for you to spend quality time together.