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0753448246 
Paperback 
Year: 2023
Language: English
Media class: Paperback
Publisher: Kingfisher
Resource type: Physical
Note: Originally published: 2011 Includes index A deliciously humorous and comprehensive history of disease and pestilence, told from the point of view of the bugs and pests that cause them. 'The Germ Lab' features case histories of specific epidemics, 'eyewitness' accounts from the rats, flies, ticks and creepy-crawlies who spread diseases, plus plenty of fascinating facts and figures on the biggest and worst afflictions.
48 pages, illustrations (black and white, and colour), maps (colour) ; 26 cm (pbk)
1915613140 
Hardback
Year: 2023
Language: English
Media class: Hardback
Publisher: Noodle Juice
Resource type: Physical
Note: Sheep and his hilarious friends teach you how to bake. Covering eight core baking skills including delicious sponge cakes, breads, biscuits, gluten-free and dairy-free bakes plus much more, this baking book is packed full of step-by-step photographic instructions and colourful illustrations. Sheep may not be able to bake, but you can!
112 pages, illustrations (black and white) ; 27 cm (hbk)
1800783744 
Hardback
Year: 2023
Language: English
Media class: Hardback
Publisher: Templar Publishing
Resource type: Physical
Note: Filled with pearls of wisdom and positivity originally written during lockdown, this heartwarming story is told by the creators' two adorable dogs, Hucky and Buzz. The thoughts expressed by Hucky and Buzz reflect the emotions, moods and feelings which will resonate with every young child. In this deceptively simple book Maddy Bard, a mindfulness and meditation coach, shares her tips on boosting confidence, positivity and self-belief.
24 pages, chiefly illustrations (colour) ; 21 cm (hbk)
1510230556 
Paperback
Year: 2023
Language: English
Media class: Paperback
Publisher: Laurence King Publishing
Resource type: Physical
Note: If you look up at the sky on a dark night, what do you see? There's a whole universe staring back at you. In the company of Felicity the cat discover the phases of the moon, the constellations and how to spot the Northern Lights and the Milky Way. This beautiful, fun book will introduce you to the beauty of the night sky and show you the stars like you've never seen them before.
64 pages, illustrations ; 29 cm (pbk)
1529094798 
Hardback
Year: 2023
Language: English
Media class: Hardback
Content type: Mixed format
Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books
Resource type: Physical
Note: Here is an illustrated gift collection of poetry and stories celebrating trees, and their importance to us and the natural world. Written by author and national treasure Sir Michael Morpurgo and illustrated throughout by award-winning artist Yuval Zommer, this is a joyful treasure trove to dip into time and again.
96 pages, illustrations (hbk)
1529509971 
Hardback
Year: 2023
Language: English
Media class: Hardback
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Resource type: Physical
Note: Illustrated in a bright, contemporary style, this is a modern guide to some of the most popular and interesting dinosaurs from the terrifying Tyrannosaurus Rex to the vicious Velociraptor, taking in such favourites as Stegosaurus, Triceratops, Iguanodon and Diplodocus along the way. It is packed with information and fun facts - everything you need to know to help you learn about and identify prehistoric reptiles.
48 pages, chiefly illustrations (colour) ; 23 cm (hbk)
1406390259 
Hardback
Year: 2023
Language: English
Media class: Hardback
Publisher: Walker Books Ltd
Resource type: Physical
Note: Build your own moving race car from household objects in this step-by-step guide based on the science behind Formula One.
64 pages, illustrations (colour) ; 27 cm (hbk)
1800786174 
0241601649 
Hardback
Year: 2023
Language: English
Media class: Hardback
Publisher: DK Children
Resource type: Physical
Note: From ancient history to modern times, journey through the past with this picture-packed encyclopedia of curiosities. Explore galleries of intriguing objects from ancient civilisations, bygone eras, and breakthrough moments, to understand how the modern world has been influenced by the past. Marvel at the jewellery created in ancient empires. Discover the treasures that travelled along the Silk Road from East Asia to Europe. Uncover the gadgets used by spies during World War II and the Cold War.
192 pages, illustrations ; 29 cm (hbk)
1911304976 
Paperback
Year: 2022
Language: English
Media class: Paperback
Edition: 2023 edition
Publisher: Stanley Gibbons
Resource type: Physical
Note: Includes index This popular catalogue is a straightforward listing of the stamps that have been issued through the world since 1840.
6 volumes (various pagings), illustrations (colour) ; 30 cm (set)