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Books published by publisher Wayland (Publishers) Ltd

  • Italy

    Clive Gifford

    Paperback (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, Oct. 23, 2014)
    Unpack the history and culture of Italy - one of the world's most beautiful and interesting countries - with Unpacked: Italy. The book takes you on a journey through this incredible country, from its food to fashion and its art to sport. The bright, fun scrapbook design will engage children's attention and capture their interest - this is the perfect children's travel guide to Italy Explore Italy's rich history, from the Romans right up to the present day, and see some of the marvellous things Italians have invented along the way, from the barometer to the space hopper! Meet some of Italy's greatest artists, see Michelangelo's incredible Sistine Chapel, and discover the mad museums scattered around the country - from the olive oil museum in Torgiano, to the accordion museum in Castelfidardo! Discover the Italian passion for all things football, find out why their national team is called the Azzuri, and meet some of the most expensive players in the world. See the sights of Italy's most famous and beautiful cities, from the Trevi Fountain in Rome to the Duomo in Florence via some Venetian gondolas!Explore Italy's diverse and interesting landscape, see vineyards and solar farms, mountains and volcanoes. Read all about delicious Italian food, from pizza and pasta to ice cream and anti pasti - dangerous if you're feeling hungry! Learn why the Italian fashion industry isn't just about looking good - it's also a vital part of the economy - so clothes shopping is encouraged! Discover the glamour of Italian transport, from speedy scooters to sleek Lamborghinis, Maseratis and Ferraris, and find out which Italian car factory has a race track on its roof! Unpacked: Italy is packed full of fun, quirky facts and interesting information, perfect for children aged 9 and above. Whether you're pla
  • Animal Kingdom

    Jon Richards

    Paperback (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, June 12, 2014)
    Welcome to the world of infographics! This exciting form of data visualisation uses icons, pictograms and graphics to present information to kids in a whole new way. Marvel at amazing facts about the world of animals - all visualised in beautifully designed infographics and graphic organisers. Shortlisted for the Blue Peter Book Awards 2014.
  • Samuel Scaredosaurus

    Brian Moses

    Paperback (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, April 9, 2015)
    Samuel Scaredosaurus was scared of lots of things. He was scared of spiders, strange noises, dark shadows and being left on his own. Would he ever be able to face his fears? Written by Brian Moses, this humorous picture book explores different things that might scare children, for example shadows and noises in the dark, being lost, bullies, fairground rides, going to school and heights. Different ways of dealing with these fears are then set out showing that there are ways to cope with these, sometimes overwhelming, emotions. The clever and funny illustrations, by internationally renowned illustrator, Mike Gordon, bring a light-touch to these stories, helping children to learn about their feelings in a fun and light-hearted way. Excellent notes for parents and teachers at the back of this book show how to approach these issues with children. Other books by Brian Moses and Mike Gordon: I Feel Frightened; I Feel Angry; I Feel Jealous; I Feel Sad; It's Not Fair; I Feel Bullied; William Worrydactyl; Gracie Grumposaurus; Jamal Jealousaurus; Anna Angrysaurus; Sophie Shyosaurus.
  • Come Clean, Carlos Tell the Truth

    Sarah Eason

    Paperback (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, May 8, 2012)
    This title explores the story of one child who faces dilemmas about different social situations, the choices he or she makes and the consequences of those choices.
  • Don't Be Sad, Sam

    Lisa Regan

    Paperback (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, May 29, 2014)
    Doing the right thing isn't always easy! Like all children, Sam sometimes feels sad and he doesn't know how to make himself feel better. For example, if he drops a plate by accident, if a pet dies, if a friend moves away, or if he can't find anyone to play with in the playground. But how can he not feel so sad? This book explores different scenarios that would make a child upset and then give three possible ways of dealing with this, one of which is right and the other two are wrong. Can you decide which is the right thing to do?
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  • Poland

    Clive Gifford

    Hardcover (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, Aug. 27, 2015)
    Explore the people, music, art, sport, food, landscapes and wildlife using this awesome children's travel guide to one of the world's most exciting countries. Discover: * Poland's grand parks and palaces, and the history behind its fabulous festivals! * Delicious Polish food - from pretzels and pierogi, to poppy-seed cakes and pizza with sauce on the side! * The beautiful lakes, forests and mountains that make Poland such a fascinating tourist destination. Everything you need is packed in this travel guide. So unpack the magic of Poland and let's go!
  • Denmark

    Clive Gifford

    Hardcover (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, Sept. 24, 2015)
    Grab your suitcase and prepare to explore Denmark: its major cities, culture, way of life, food, language, and history. Find out about Danish fashion, music, popular culture and sport, as well as quirky facts and bite-sized information on Denmark's customs and everyday life.
  • The First World War 1914-1918

    Pam Robson

    Paperback (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, June 13, 2013)
    Discover how the First World War began, what life was like for soldiers in the trenches but also what life was like for the civilians left at home. Find out what kind of weapons were used, the ships and submarines that patrolled the seas, as well as facts and information about food shortages, espionage and the dreaded poison gas. Finally, learn how peace was achieved and how the aftermath of the First World War would affect Europe for many years to come.
  • Doctors

    Honor Head

    Paperback (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, June 26, 2014)
    An introduction to the people who look after us in an emergency. This title looks at doctors - who they are, where they work, and what they do that helps us when we are hurt or injured.
  • Brazil

    Susie Brooks

    Paperback (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, Oct. 23, 2014)
    This beautifully designed title offers kids an engaging insight into a fascinating country that is Brazil: its major cities, culture, way of life, food, language, and history - all presented in an engaging writing style. Alongside this core information, readers will find out about fashion, music, popular culture and sport, as well as quirky facts and bite-sized information on Brazil's customs and everyday life.
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  • Make It Change!

    Anna Claybourne

    Paperback (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, Sept. 25, 2014)
    Make materials change colour, create oozy slime and let a foaming monster loose! This book will guide you step-by-step through great crafty experiments, as well as explaining the science behind chemical reactions and states of matter.
  • Anna Angrysaurus

    Brian Moses

    Paperback (Wayland (Publishers) Ltd, Jan. 8, 2015)
    Anna Angrysaurus is a very angry dinosaur. She gets cross when her brother beats her at games, or when she can't watch what she wants on television. She roars, howls and stamps her feet. Will she ever be able to keep calm? Written by Brian Moses, this funny picture book explores different things that might make young children frustrated at home or at school, such as sibling jealousy, not being allowed to do what they like, or even feeling grumpy for no reason at all. Different ways of dealing with anger and avoiding tantrums are then set out. The clever and funny illustrations, by internationally renowned illustrator, Mike Gordon, bring a light touch to these stories, helping children to learn about and manage their emotions in a fun and lighthearted way. Excellent notes for parents and teachers at the back of these books show how to approach these issues with children. Other books by Brian Moses and Mike Gordon: I Feel Frightened; I Feel Angry; I Feel Jealous; I Feel Sad; It's Not Fair; I Feel Bullied; William Worrydactyl; Gracie Grumposaurus; Jamal Jealousaurus; Samuel Scaredosaurus; Sophie Shyosaurus.