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  • Children's Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs

    Clare Hibbert

    Hardcover (Arcturus, April 15, 2017)
    Step into the prehistoric world with this comprehensive visual encyclopedia, packed with more than 60 well-known dinosaurs.Full of fascinating facts and dramatic, specially commissioned illustrations, and based on the latest paleontological research, this is a definitive A-Z of dinosaurs-from Allosaurus to Zuniceratops.Accessible, entertaining, and authoritative, this comprehensive visual encyclopedia is the perfect introduction to the world of dinosaurs for children aged eight and above.
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  • 101 Awesome Women Who Changed Our World

    Julia Adams, Louise Wright

    Paperback (Arcturus, Nov. 1, 2018)
    Discover the lives of 101 trailblazing women and the remarkable things they achieved. This beautifully illustrated book is packed with bitesize biographies of activists, leaders, athletes, artists, explorers, and STEM innovators. From the celebrated to the overlooked, these women overcame odds, defied expectations and shattered stereotypes and their stories are sure to inspire young readers and encourage them to dream big. Spanning across history and from all over the globe, these figures include: • J.K. Rowling • Malala Yousafzai • Marie Curie • Maya Angelou • Wangari Maathai • Anne Frank • Simone Biles • Ada Lovelace • And many more! Written in a friendly and accessible style, this book includes quotations, fun facts and charming illustrations which bring the lives of these inspiring women to life. Perfect for kids aged 8+.
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  • How to Draw Everything

    Peter Gray

    eBook (Arcturus, July 16, 2019)
    This incredible book will teach young artists how to draw anything and everything, from astronauts to zebras... from robots to sports cars... and from fairies to dinosaurs! Perfect for budding artists aged 8+. • Filled with easy-to-follow, step-by-step projects.• Includes tips on how to draw, ink, and finish your pictures to create a professional look.• Packed with projects covering themes such as animals, people, and transport.
  • Allen Carr's Easy Way to Control Alcohol

    Allen Carr

    eBook (Arcturus, Nov. 3, 2009)
    READ ALLEN CARR'S EASY WAY TO CONTROL ALCOHOL AND BECOME A HAPPY NON-DRINKER FOR THE REST OF YOUR LIFE.Allen Carr established himself as the world's greatest authority on helping people stop smoking, and his internationally best-selling Easy Way to Stop Smoking has been published in over 40 languages and sold more than 10 million copies.In this classic guide, Allen applies his revolutionary method to drinking. With startling insight into why we drink and clear, simple, step-by-step instructions, he shows you the way to escape from the 'alcohol trap' in the time it takes to read this book.• A UNIQUE METHOD THAT DOES NOT REQUIRE WILLPOWER• STOP EASILY, IMMEDIATELY AND PAINLESSLY• REMOVES THE PSYCHOLOGICAL NEED TO DRINK• REGAIN CONTROL OF YOUR LIFEWhat people say about Allen Carr's Easyway method:"The Allen Carr program was... nothing short of a miracle." Anjelica Huston"It was such a revelation that instantly I was freed from addiction." Sir Anthony Hopkins"His skill is in removing the psychological dependence." The Sunday Times
  • Children's Encyclopedia of Ocean Life

    Claudia Martin

    Hardcover (Arcturus, April 15, 2020)
    Whether shark mad, dotty for dolphins or orca obsessed, this extraordinary encyclopedia has all you need to know about life beneath the ocean. Full of fascinating facts and stunning sea life photography, this book covers everything from the ocean shores to deep sea creatures. Find out why octopuses release ink, why clownfish live in anemone tentacles and where can you find a halloween crab. Based on the latest research, this definitive guide to ocean life includes easy-to-follow information on anatomy and behavior of sea creatures. It also includes fun fact-boxes, with information you wouldn't believe! Perfect for children working on a school project, or simply the ocean obsessed, the Children's Encyclopedia of Ocean Life is a brilliant guide for kids aged 8+.
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  • How to Draw Animals: A step-by-step guide to animal art

    Peter Gray

    eBook (Arcturus, Oct. 18, 2019)
    Calling all young artists! This is your complete step-by-step guide to drawing the animal kingdom! From lions to butterflies and horses to dolphins, this book will give you the skills and the knowledge to draw any animal you feel like! It's full of handy hints and tips to help you along, so before you know it, your artwork will be prowling, slithering and trotting off the page!
  • Fairy & Folk Tales of Ireland

    W. B. Yeats

    Hardcover (Arcturus, Sept. 1, 2017)
    One of Ireland's greatest writers, the Nobel-prize winner W. B. Yeats, was fascinated by the myths and folklore of his native country. Compiled by Yeats in 1892, these stories were collected around the country by a variety of historians, including Lady Wilde, the mother of Oscar Wilde. Within these pages, you'll discover tales of greedy sons who get their comeuppance, canny priests, evil witches and demons alongside legends of heroic kings, giants and, of course, the good folk themselves - the fairies, the leprechauns and the cluricauns. These are yarns that have passed down through generations and which are still as entertaining and magical as when they were first recalled. This gorgeous foil-stamped edition includes enchanting illustrations and is presented in a handsome slipcase.Written between 500 BCE and 700 CE, these seven texts have inspired generals for millennia, both in China and the wider world. Featuring Sun Tzu's The Art of War, this new translation brings to light the military masterpieces of ancient China. These seven texts display an understanding of strategy and warfare still relevant more than 2,000 years after they were originally written. Together, they present a uniquely eastern tradition of warfare that emphasizes speed, stealth, and cunning.This collection includes seven of the most famous military texts of ancient China: The Art of War, Wuzi, Wei Liaozi, Taigong's Six Secret Teachings, The Methods of the Sima, Three Strategies of Huang Shigong, and Questions and Replies Between Emperor Taizong of Tang and General Li Jing.These new translations bring to light several texts that display an understanding of strategy and warfare that still has relevance millennia after their original publication. From the 11th-century AD onward, these texts became required reading for Chinese military officers.ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Slipcased Classics are beautiful foil-stamped gift editions of classic works of literature, presented in a slipcase and decorated with delightful illustrations.
  • My Life In France

    Patience Coster

    (Arcturus, Oct. 1, 2019)
    What is life like in another country? Meet Louise, a 10-year-old living in France. Follow a day in her life and discover what she has for breakfast, what instrument she is learning to play and which cake she makes for her family. This full-colour book has a scrapbook-style design includes photographs of Louise going about her daily routine. Along the way, young readers will learn: • The most popular sports in France • Different French composers and singers • Common playground games such as sparrowhawk • The tradition of pastry making in France 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.
  • The Really Cool Craft Book: More Than 50 Fantastic Projects

    Annalees Lim

    eBook (Arcturus, Aug. 27, 2020)
    This book is jam-packed with brilliant craft ideas, gift suggestions and fun projects that kids aged 7 and above can make straight away. So, grab some glue, dig out some beads or fabric... and get crafting! Easy-to-follow instructions and clear photographs are provided for every project, but experimentation and customization are positively encouraged. The book's tone is fun yet informative and its design style draws inspiration from scrapbooks.
  • Children's Encyclopedia of Birds

    Claudia Martin

    Hardcover (Arcturus, March 15, 2020)
    Set off on an extraordinary tour of the world of birds - from powerful eagles and flocking flamingos, to beautiful hummingbirds and clever corvids. This comprehensive visual encyclopedia brings together cutting-edge knowledge and awe-inspiring ideas with clarity and accuracy. Learn about an osprey's natural swimming goggles, how gentoo penguins can recognize the calls of their own chicks and how birds evolved from feathered dinosaurs. Children's Encyclopedia of Birds includes stunning photography of many bird species, pointing out their vibrant plumage and distinctive characteristics. Alongside these pictures are amazing facts about their anatomy and behavior. Perfect for children working on a school project, or simply those bonkers about birds, this encyclopedia is a brilliant guide for kids aged 8+.
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  • The Complete Book of Drawing: Essential Skills for Every Artist

    Barrington Barber

    eBook (Arcturus, Jan. 16, 2018)
    What does every budding artist need to know about drawing? And what quick skills can you pick up to help you on the way? In this instructive book, Barrington Barber shows you just this, offering tips and tricks as he guides you through the fundamental aspects of drawing.Get to grips with still-life composition, draw dynamic bodies in motion, and capture the spectacular natural world. The Complete Book of Drawing is a distillation of the many skills that the aspiring artist needs to develop.As Barrington Barber knows from his many years of teaching and practising art, it is crucial for you to develop your own artistic style. And, uniquely among practical art books, this is what The Complete Book of Drawing provides. By revealing the nuances of texture, composition and perspective, this book will enable you to look at the world around you with fresh eyes.
  • My Life In Jamaica

    Patience Coster

    (Arcturus, Oct. 1, 2019)
    What is life like in another country? Meet Zola, a 10-year-old girl living in Jamaica. Follow a day in her life and discover her favourite lessons, her friendships at school and what styles of folk-dance she learns. This full-colour scrapbook design includes photographs of Zola going about her daily routine. Along the way, young readers will learn: • What religions are practiced in Jamaica • The national dish • Common Jamaican playground games • Famous Jamaican music and musicians 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.