Educational material Books

A funny and fact-filled look at decomposition in all of its slimy glory, illustrated with dazzling full-color art by Gilbert Ford. Vultures, fungi, dung beetles, and more aid in this fascinating and sometimes smelly aspect of the life cycle that’s...

A collection of amazing random access facts exploring the marvels of outer space. You'll never guess how many stars there are in the universe, who the first astronauts were, or why sunsets are blue on Mars! Discover the answers to these and all sorts of...

A funny rhyming story, specially written to develop awareness of words and letter sounds. Gopher drives the Queen from one crazy escapade to another on an unexpected road trip. This laugh-out-loud rhyming story, starring quirky characters and stunning...

Narwhal is a happy-go-lucky narwhal. Jelly is a no-nonsense jellyfish. The two might not have a lot in common, but they do love waffles, parties and adventures. Join Narwhal and Jelly as they discover the whole wide ocean together in the hilarious...

Everyone needs a hug sometimes- even a beetle. Bob the water beetle lives all alone. So how can he get a hug? He sets off to make friends. But getting a hug isn't as easy as he'd hoped. Find out if Bob succeeds in this heart-warming addition to the new...

A beautifully illustrated book for children aged 6+ that explores the incredible myths behind the biggest questions about our planet . . . and the sensational science we know today. Do you ever look all around you, at our amazing planet Earth, and...

Have fun while learning about fractions, decimals and percentages. Children can become fantastic at fractions, dazzling with decimals and perfect at percentages with this entertaining activity book. Finish the fractions robots, colour in shares of an...

Ever tried to learn Mandarin Chinese and found it too hard? Bestselling language coach Paul Noble has a quick and easy way to get you back on track with his unique tried-and-tested method. • Keeps things simple with three basic rules; don’t skip...

Another charmingly amusing story in the popular Phonics Readers series. Adder's all set to start her new job at Badger's Cleaning Company. But when she climbs a ladder for the first time, she quickly finds she has no head for heights. Can anything help...

A beautifully illustrated, fun way to learn phonics. Ted is on the lookout for a new bed. Luckily, Penguin's bed store has just what he needs. In fact, the bed is so comfy, Ted soon dozes off into a dreamy sleep. The only problem is, he's still in the...

In this funny rhyming story, Clark the Shark is excited about his new pet, Lulu the dogfish. He can’t wait to teach Lulu tricks and feed her lots of treats. But Clark discovers there's more to having a pet than he thought! Young animal owners and ones...

A beautifully illustrated, fun way to learn phonics. When Big Pig discovers a treasure map, she sets off to find a fortune. But will someone else get there first? Find out in this delightful rhyming tale.

A subtle and humorous introduction to the importance of healthy eating. Everyone loves the food at Sid the dinosaur's restaurant. But one customer likes it far too much. Can anything satisfy Dora's enormous appetite? Find out in this scrumptious story...

Focuses on the importance of reducing, re-using, repairing and recycling. A fabulous overview of what happens to our waste, from stinking problems and hi tech sorting systems to the importance of make less rubbish in the first place. Includes top tips...

A beautifully illustrated, fun way to learn phonics. Hungry Fox has found a cardboard box - just what he needs to reach a series of tasty treats. But every time his cunning plan goes wrong. Perhaps the answer to his problem is nearer than he realizes?...

Frog lives in a bog. One day, he finds someone lost in the fog... This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and colourful illustrations by Stephen Cartwright – and you can also listen to the story online, too. A delight to...

What's plastic made of? How does it get into the ocean? Can we live without plastic? Learn all about plastic, recycling and how plastic affects the environment in this revealing book with over 60 flaps to lift. There are also tips on how we can make a...

Armadillo receives a late night visit from a fairy. But he soon gets carried away with the wishes she grants... This entertaining story for beginner readers has simple rhyming text and stylish illustrations throughout. A delight to share with young...

Discover the fun of playing the guitar with this innovative and exciting sound book. There are four guitar chords to play and five different tunes to play along with, plus easy-to-follow instructions and links to listen to all of the tunes online. ...

Did you know that rain sometimes falls red? Or that the equivalent of one truckload of plastic is dumped in our oceans every minute? This visually stunning book is filled with 100 fascinating facts, bright, infographic illustrations, information on ways...

The home of trusted Thai dictionaries for everyday language learning. A handy and affordable Thai to English and English to Thai reference dictionary for everyday use, including short grammars of Thai and English. The clear layout allows for fast and...

Billy and his family are off to the seaside. The MINI MONSTERS are very excited to be going too. Soon they're building sandcastles and enjoying their picnic. It's all going so well until Trumpet is STOLEN by a seagull! How is Billy ever going to get him...

The home of trusted Spanish dictionaries for everyday language learning.Perfect for revising Spanish Grammar offering a clear and easy-to-understand guide to the verbs and grammar of Spanish with hundreds of practical exercises. Designed for all those...

A flap book with a positive vision for a future world powered by sustainable, renewable energy. We need energy, and lots of it - but some of the ways we generate energy put life on Earth in danger. We already have some planet-friendly alternatives, but...

The number 1 German dictionary for GCSE success. Fully updated with new approved word lists for GCSE study and examinations.An easy-reference German to English and English to German dictionary with up-to-date translations for current vocabulary, for...

Can you take on over 30 new challenges and survive? Take on a world of exciting new challenges in Minecraft, from hilarious quick trials, to epic longer missions and everything in between!This brand new series comes with clear instructions, survival...

Discover how money makes the world go around in this bright, bold lift-the-flap book. Lift the flaps to find out all about money and what it can do, from earning and spending to borrowing and lending. See what goes on inside a bank, and discover tips...

Enjoy uncovering the secret life of water - and its epic journeys over millions of years. A fascinating tour of the water cycle, looking at where rain comes from, flooding and droughts, the importance of clean water and how water reaches the kitchen tap...

Tia and her mum start an adventurous new life on Gull Haven Island, finding lots of animals who need their help along the way. Tia’s mum has a new job as the vet on Gull Haven Island and there are a lot of animals who need her help.When she’s called...

A thought-provoking book for children aged 5+ years that explores biodiversity and opens up key discussions about the environment and the topical issues highlighted in David Attenborough's documentary Extinction: The Facts. There are estimated to be...

A scary story spooks Pete the Cat in this Level 1 I Can Read from New York Times bestselling creators Kimberly and James Dean.When Bob tells Pete the Cat a spooky, creepy, scary story about a monster, Pete is a little scared. The monster...

A thrilling and captivating retelling of one of history’s most famous space missions, publishing to coincide with the 50th anniversary of Apollo 13’s fateful launch. April 1970: Apollo 13 was launched from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. It should...

An illustrated tour of our incredible Solar System Blast off on a journey deep into our incredible Solar System. Turn pages, peek through holes and lift flaps to discover the secrets of planets, moons and the Sun. Visit rocky planet Mars, fly through an...

Inspire the next generation with the limitless possibilities of all kinds of jobs. This engaging book takes a fresh look at the changing world of work and helps kids develop a greater understanding of what opportunities lie ahead of them. From following...

Dive into the incredible world of the sea and all the creatures that live within it in this exciting new children’s book with Dr. Seuss’s beloved Lorax! With unique rhymes, spectacular information and tons of educational artwork, children will love...

An engaging introduction to the amazing human body for very young children. Young children will enjoy this lively look at all the incredible things the human body can do, what it needs to stay healthy and how to look after it. The wide-ranging topics...

Get up close to nature with naturalist and TV presenter CHRIS PACKHAM CBE and encounter the amazing animal superheroes that will help us save the world. What links whales, earthworms, dogs and wasps? They are all SUPERHERO ANIMALS! Explore the amazing...

Join Pete the Kitty as he visits the three bears in this I Can Read story from New York Times bestselling team Kimberly and James Dean.Once upon a time, there was a kitty named Pete who came upon a house in the forest. He goes in, eats pizza, plays...

It's a race to the finish line in the Jungle Grand Prix. Can Baboon beat sneaky Cheetah? In this funny rhyming story, racing driver Baboon looks set to win the Jungle Grand Prix. But her rival Cheetah will try any trick to stop her. Will he succeed?...

Ten little bulldozers rumbling in a line, along came a crane and then there were...nine! Learning to count has never been more fun. This unique board book counts from ten little bulldozers all the way down to one with adorable illustrations. With each...

Iconic best hippo friends George and Martha find that scary movies and jealousy are easier to deal with when you have a good friend by your side in the Level Two I Can Read.With original art and text from Marshall's storybooks and themes that will...

Follow the beloved and bestselling little yellow puppy, Biscuit, on a trip to the aquarium. This Level One I Can Read allows readers to grow into reading with Biscuit! When Biscuit takes himself to the aquarium, he sees fish of all different...

A highly illustrated tour of the human body, with simple, fun analogies to explain how it all works. Follow the owl professor as he takes two children on a tour of a body. But not just any human body - a gigantic factory building built to explain how...

In Reina Ramos Meets a BIG Puppy, Reina is embarrassed to admit she is afraid of a very big dog. This Level Two I Can Read story is perfect for social emotional learning!Reina Ramos is the creation of Emma Otheguy, a children’s author who writes...

Simply brush on water to reveal the glorious colours. Full of awe-inspiring scenes from space. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to watch everything from asteroids to Sun probes burst into magical colours.

Introducing I Can Read Comics, a new early reader line that familiarizes children with the world of graphic novel storytelling and encourages visual literacy in emerging readers.One day, a bored little fish journeys up to the surface of the ocean,...

Clark the Shark makes his I Can Read Comic debut! Featuring a bold new comic style by Guy Francis and easy-to-read text by Bruce Hale, this Level One I Can Read Comic will have beginning readers ready to take a bite out of reading!Clark the Shark is...

Bag the perfect GCSE Atlas this Back to School.Fully revised and updated for 2021, this curriculum-supportive world atlas is the perfect tool for students aged 14-16 years (Key Stage 4, GCSE 9-1). It features up-to-date reference and thematic mapping,...