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Does My Goldfish Know Who I Am?: and hundreds more Big Questions from Little People answered by experts
by Gemma Elwin Harris"This book is invaluable!" Alexander ArmstrongChildren ask the funniest questions: Why does sweetcorn come out the same as when I ate it? Do spiders speak? Why does Daddy never win the lottery? Which is faster, a Velociraptor or a cheetah? How does the lady in the satnav know where to go? Does my goldfish know who I am? (Do you think fish have two-second memories? Find out the truth on page 94!)This book takes real children's questions gathered from primary schools across the UK and asks some of the greatest thinkers and experts of our time to give short and accessible answers. Brian Cox explores the edge of the universe, Sir David Attenborough tells us whether monkeys could ever turn into men, and Miranda Hart ponders why it's funny when someone farts.Other contributors include Bear Grylls, Sir Paul McCartney, Sir Quentin Blake, Heston Blumenthal, Kate Humble, John Lanchester, A. C. Grayling, Jeremy Paxman, Dan Snow, Jojo Moyes and Tony Robinson.Does My Goldfish Know Who I Am? is a treasury of surprising facts and insights inspired by the curiosity of children. It is the perfect family gift - because sometimes grown-ups need help with the answers too.At least 33% of the publisher's advance payments and 67% of net royalty income in respect of sales of this book is donated to the NSPCC (Registered Charity Numbers 216401 & SC037717).
Happytown Must Be Destroyed
by James HarrisFor fans of My Brother is a Superhero and The Demon Headmaster comes an outrageously funny story of brain control, friends, enemies and saving the world, even if you don't really want to.*From the award-winning writer of The Unbelievable Biscuit Factory*Leeza's parents are ordinary. Unfit, grumpy, a bit embarrassing. Totally normal, right? Until today. Today they are jogging. Eating salads and enjoying them. Smiling all the time. They're happy. Really, really happy. Who could complain about that? Leeza, that's who. Because it looks like someone's brainwashing everyone in town. Who's going to save the world? Oh no! It looks like it might have to be Leeza. OK then. Let's do this. You coming?By the author of The Unbelievable Biscuit Factory, winner of the Children's Novel category in the Northern Writers' Awards, this book is a must for anyone who wants something to make them snort with laughter.
The Unbelievable Biscuit Factory
by James HarrisThe biscuit factory in Haddie's hometown is absolutely 100% NOT a Super-Secret Science Lab. Or a portal to another dimension. With orange fluffy monsters. OH NO. DEFINITELY NOT. Or ... is it? A laugh-out-loud biscuit-bonkers adventure for fans of My Brother is a Superhero and Kid Normal. *Winner of the Northern Writers' Award*I live near a biscuit factory. Sounds like a dream come true, right? But it's not all fun and jammie dodgers. You see, the biscuit factory is really a Super-Secret Science Lab. Everyone pretends it makes biscuits. It just makes life easier. Until today. Because the biscuit factory tore a hole through dimensions, and now HUGE ORANGE MONSTERS are climbing through.Oh, and if we don't do something, the world is going to go KABLOOEY in the next thirty minutes. NOT ON MY WATCH. You coming? 'So funny you'll snort custard creams out of your nose' Mr J Dodger
Superheroes Are Everywhere
by Kamala HarrisFrom US Vice President-elect Kamala Harris comes a picture book with an empowering message - superheroes are all around us, and if we try, we can all be heroes too - including you! Now a #1 New York Times bestseller. Before Kamala Harris was elected to the vice presidency, she was a little girl who loved superheroes. When she looked around, she was amazed to find them everywhere! In her family, amongst her friends, even down the street - there were superheroes wherever she looked. And those superheroes showed here that all you need to do to be a superhero is be the best that you can be.In this empowering and joyful picture book that speaks directly to children, Kamala Harris takes readers through her life and shows them that the power to make the world a better place is inside all of us. With fun, engaging illustrations by Mechal Renee Roe, as well as guide to being a superhero at the end, this book is sure to have young readers taking up the superhero mantle (cape and mask optional).
The Magic Misfits: The Second Story (Magic Misfits Ser. #2)
by Neil Patrick Harris‘I adored Magic Misfits. This man is far too talented for my liking, and needs to be stopped!’ David Walliams The first in a funny and magical new children's books series from Emmy award-winning actor Neil Patrick Harris.
The Magic Misfits 2: The Second Story (The\magic Misfits Ser. #2)
by Neil Patrick Harris'This man is far too talented for my liking, and needs to be stopped!' DAVID WALLIAMS 'I read this book with excitement, delight, and the increasing suspicion that it was going to make me disappear.' Lemony Snicket, author of A Series of Unfortunate Events, on The Magic Misfits
Hammy the Wonder Hamster: Hammy The Wonder Hamster (Hammy The Wonder Hamster Ser. #2)
by Poppy HarrisHAMMY: the cleverest hamster the world has ever seen!Bethany is thrilled with her fluffed-up furry new pet and can’t wait to get him home. But there’s something different about Hammy, something very special. Not only is he super cute, he’s got amazing brains and an incredible secret. The question is – how did Hammy become so brilliant? The first in a wildly fun new series that will appeal to animal lovers aged 7 and up.
Happy Christmas Hammy the Wonder Hamster: Hammy The Wonder Hamster (Hammy The Wonder Hamster Ser. #2)
by Poppy HarrisBethany is SO excited about Christmas, and especially can't wait to show her super-smart hamster, Hammy, all about snow. But what if Christmas doesn't turn out to be white after all? Hammy has a plan to give Bethany the white Christmas she's always dreamed of . . .The second book in this charming new series for readers of 7+.
Happy Holiday, Hammy the Wonder Hamster!
by Poppy HarrisHammy is a very special hamster. He's probably the brainiest hamster in the whole world and Bethany can't wait to take him on holiday with her.Hammy is very excited too - it will be his first trip to the seaside and he can't wait to dig lots of hamster tunnels deep down in the sand! But it's far too easy to lose a little hamster on a very big beach and Bethany isn't the only person who wants to find Hammy...
Too Cool for School, Hammy the Wonder Hamster!
by Poppy HarrisBethany has an amazing secret - her hamster, Hammy, is the cleverest hamster you will ever meet.He loves to learn everything that Bethany and her little brother do at school - and when they bring back a big brass trombone, Hammy can't wait to have a go!But little hamsters should be careful about making too much noise - especially ones as special as Hammy - because you never know who might be listening...
Artie Conan Doyle and the Gravediggers' Club (The Artie Conan Doyle Mysteries #1)
by Robert J. HarrisOne day Arthur Conan Doyle will create the greatest detective of all -- Sherlock Holmes. But right now Artie Conan Doyle is a twelve-year-old Edinburgh schoolboy with a mystery of his own to solve. While sneaking out to explore Greyfriars Kirkyard by night, Artie and his best friend Ham spot a ghostly lady in grey and discover the footprints of a gigantic hound. Could the two mysteries be connected? These strange clues lead them to a series of robberies carried out the sinister Gravediggers' Club and soon they find themselves pitted against the villainous Colonel Braxton Dash. Will Artie survive his encounters with graveyards and ghosts in the foggy streets of nineteenth century Edinburgh -- or will his first case be his last? Robert J. Harris, author of The World Goes Loki series and William Shakespeare and the Pirate's Fire, brings the young Conan Doyle to life in this ingenious detective story full of twists, turns and shocking reveals.
Artie Conan Doyle and the Scarlet Phantom (The Artie Conan Doyle Mysteries #3)
by Robert J. HarrisOne day Arthur Conan Doyle will create the greatest detective of all -- Sherlock Holmes. But right now, Artie Conan Doyle is a twelve-year-old Edinburgh schoolboy with a mystery of his own to solve.Artie and his best friend Ham are investigating the strange case of the Scarlet Phantom, an invisible jewel thief who seems to walk through walls and disappear at will. But there's a rival detective on the case, a paranormal investigator who claims that only he can capture this 'ghost'.With the help of their new friend, girl scientist Peril Abernethy, Artie and Ham follow a trail of baffling clues and impossible dangers, but can they catch the Phantom before the invisible fiend pulls off the greatest robbery in history?Robert J. Harris, author of The World's Gone Loki series and Will Shakespeare and the Pirate's Fire, brings the young Conan Doyle to life in the third instalment of this ingenious detective series full of twists, turns and clever reveals.
Artie Conan Doyle and the Vanishing Dragon (The Artie Conan Doyle Mysteries #2)
by Robert J. HarrisOne day Arthur Conan Doyle will create the greatest detective of all -- Sherlock Holmes. But right now Artie Conan Doyle is a twelve-year-old Edinburgh schoolboy with a mystery of his own to solve. Artie and his friend Ham are hired to investigate a series of suspicious accidents that have befallen world-famous magician, the Great Wizard of the North. It seems someone is determined to sabotage his spectacular new illusion. When the huge mechanical dragon created for the show vanishes, the theft appears to be completely impossible. Artie must reveal the trick and unmask the villain or face the deadly consequences. The cards have been dealt, the spell has been cast, and the game is afoot once more! Robert J. Harris, author of The World's Gone Loki series and Will Shakespeare and the Pirate's Fire, brings the young Conan Doyle to life in the second book of this ingenious new detective series.
The Day the World Went Loki: The Day The World Went Loki, Thor Is Locked In My Garage, And Odin Blew Up My Tv! (Kelpies Ser. #1)
by Robert J. HarrisLewis and Greg have accidentally turned their mum into a troll, and the town of St Andrews into a fantasy world overrun by yetis, elves, dragons and valkyries -- few of them friendly. When the brothers recited an ancient rhyme to conjure up an extra day of the week, they had no idea it would work -- or that the day would belong to the banished Norse god, Loki, master of mischief, monsters and mayhem. As the day wears on, time seems to be lagging behind. Will this day of madness never end? Can two ordinary boys outwit an ancient lord and his monstrous minions?
Leonardo and the Death Machine
by Robert J. HarrisAdventure thriller set in Renaissance Italy starring Leonardo da Vinci as a young apprentice who witnesses a murder and becomes involved in a plot to take over the city.
Odin Blew Up My TV!: The Day The World Went Loki, Thor Is Locked In My Garage, And Odin Blew Up My Tv! (Kelpies Ser. #3)
by Robert J. HarrisA strange haar blows into St Andrews' harbour one morning, freezing its inhabitants in a magical mist. A Viking longship docks, and out leaps Loki, the Norse god of mischief. Much to brothers Lewis and Greg’s dismay, wise-cracking, havoc-wreaking Loki is back, but this time he’s been followed . . . The fate of St Andrews, and indeed the ENTIRE UNIVERSE, rests with our reluctant young heroes and their friend Susie. With a swashbuckling Valkyrie as their guide, they set out across the mythical land of Vanaheim to rescue Odin, King of the Gods, from imprisonment. Along the way they play in a trolls' pig-wrestling team, out-scare ghosts from the land of the dead, oh, and outwit a gang of grouchy dwarves. But will they reach Odin before the real world is destroyed by Loki's mischief? Odin Blew up my TV! is the third book in Robert J. Harris’s monster and mischief-filled The World's Gone Loki series.
Thor Is Locked In My Garage!: The Day The World Went Loki, Thor Is Locked In My Garage, And Odin Blew Up My Tv! (Kelpies Ser. #2)
by Robert J. HarrisBrothers Greg and Lewis are enjoying a heatwave in the summer holidays -- until Loki, the god of mischief, buries St Andrews in a huge blizzard! Loki is determined to conquer the universe and will stop at NOTHING to get his way.Greg, Lewis and their friend Susie must make a perilous journey to Asgard, the City of the Gods, to foil Loki's evil plan.Luckily, Thor, the god of thunder, has turned up to help them. Unfortunately, he's locked in the boys' garage…The hilarious sequel to The Day the World Went Loki is filled with monsters, mischief and everyone's favourite Norse gods.
Will Shakespeare and the Pirate’s Fire
by Robert J. HarrisGet ready for thrills, intrigues, mystery and piracy all set in Tudor England and featuring a young man named Will Shakespeare…
The World's Gone Loki Trilogy: The Day the World Went Loki, Thor is Locked in my Garage, and Odin Blew up my TV! (Kelpies Ser.)
by Robert J. HarrisThis is an ebook-exclusive omnibus of The World's Gone Loki trilogy. Join brothers Greg and Lewis and their friend Susie for a hilarious, fast-paced adventure through an alternative St Andrews starring norse gods, valkyries and mythical creatures.
Sarah and Duck at the Library (Sarah and Duck)
by Sarah Gomes HarrisMeet Sarah and Duck! This brilliantly quirky pairing offer an alternative look at the world as they head off on adventures together. This picture book sees them trying to cheer up Scarf Lady's Donkey - with mixed results!
Sarah and Duck have a Quiet Birthday (Sarah and Duck)
by Sarah Gomes HarrisIt's Sarah's birthday and she's looking forward to having a nice, quiet day! But when all her friends arrive, perhaps the day won't be as quiet as she had hoped?Join Sarah and Duck on another fun and quacky adventure!
Sarah and Duck Have a Sleepover (Sarah And Duck Ser.)
by Sarah Gomes HarrisSarah and Duck have invited their friends over for a sleepover! After an evening full of fun and games, the friends settle down to sleep. There is only one problem . . . no one is tired! Join the friends as they try and find inventive ways to fall asleep. Another fantastic picture book from the quirky stars of Cbeebies!
Sarah and Duck Stay at the Duck Hotel
by Sarah Gomes HarrisWhen Sarah & Duck get to the Duck Hotel, they soon discover it's very different to a human hotel. The residents can nest anywhere they like, there's a helter-skelter, there's water everywhere and there's a feather-preening salon. Duck is right at home but Sarah can't quite settle in - how will Duck make her feel at ease? Based on the award-winning TV series Sarah & Duck, winner of the BAFTA for Best Pre-school Animation in 2014.
Dolphins (Animal Families #1)
by Tim HarrisPlanned with reference to the national curriculum, this title looks at how dolphins work together to survive in their habitat. It explains how they find food, bring up their young and defend themselves against predators. It also shows how factors such as the environment and the availability of resources shape the physical and behavioural characteristics of dolphins. Pages are illustrated with full colour photographs and specially commissioned artworks suitable for the age group.
Meerkats (Nature's Children Ser.)
by Tim HarrisWhere do meerkats live? What do meerkats eat? How big are meerkats? Find out the answers to these questions and learn all about the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitats of meerkats.