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  100 Amazing Facts about the...

  Marc Dresgui

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  Discover the fascinating mysteries of an ancient civilization with "100 Amazing Facts About the Mayans" – a captivating journey through the secrets and wonders of one of the most advanced cultures in history. 🇲🇽 
  Have you ever wondered:Why did the Mayas build white roads through the jungle?How did the Mayas predict eclipses without modern technology?What was the significance of the masks used in religious ceremonies?Why were jaguars revered as symbols of power?How did the Mayas use cenotes in their sacred rituals?What were the secrets behind their incredibly precise calendars? 
  What you will find in this book:An educational and fun approach: Each fact is presented in an accessible and captivating way, perfect for sparking the curiosity of young readers. This book is an excellent tool for learning while having fun.Stories that captivate the imagination: Vivid descriptions and fascinating anecdotes allow readers to travel back in time and discover the daily life of the Mayas like never before.Stimulates interest in history and ancient cultures: Learning about the Mayas helps children develop an appreciation for cultural diversity and the importance of ancient civilizations in human history.Encourages critical thinking and curiosity: The presented facts invite young readers to ask questions, explore further, and develop a curious and analytical mindset. 
  Dive into the fascinating world of the Mayas with "100 Amazing Facts About the Mayans" – an open door to a world rich in history, mysteries, and knowledge. Whether it's to spark your children's curiosity or to enrich your own general knowledge, this book is an invitation to explore the wonders of a legendary civilization.

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  Mouse Heart

  Fleur Hitchcock

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  This atmospheric thriller, full of daring stunts and sinister villains, is perfect escapism for 9+ readers.
  Mouse, a foundling, loves her pieced-together family at the Moth Theatre fiercely. When their leading man, Walter, is wrongly arrested for murder, Mouse swears she'll free him. But another member of the cast has a secret identity ­- as a ruthless killer. As Mouse's investigation leads her ever closer to their true, deadly nature, can she outwit them without losing everything she holds dear?
  A masterfully told adventure from the acclaimed author of The Boy Who Flew and Murder in Midwinter, Mouse Heart is ideal for fans of Philip Pullman, Katherine Rundell and Philip Reeve.

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  Little People BIG DREAMS: Women...

  Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara

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  With this new audio collection of Little People, BIG DREAMS stories, you'll learn about the lives of some amazing women in science. 
  
  
   
  
  	This set includes stories about: 
  
  
  
  	
  		Hedy Lamarr, an actress and an inventor who created technology that is used in Bluetooth devices today.
  	
  	
  		Marie Curie, the first woman to receive a Nobel Prize
  	
  	
  		Zaha Hadid, the queen of architecture, known for her logic-defying curvy buildings
  	
  	
  		Mae Jemison, the American astronaut and first Black woman in space 
  	
  	
  		Amelia Earhart, the pioneering pilot who was the first woman aviator to fly alone across the Atlantic Ocean
  	
  	
  		Mary Anning, who discovered fossils of dinosaurs and dinosaur poo on the Jurassic coast
  	
  
  Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
  
  This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.
   
  Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

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  Return of the Malpeds

  Caroline C. Barney

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  Book Two in the Moonbeam Award-winning Trebor Tales series. 
   
   
   
  2021 International Book Awards Finalist (Children's Fiction) 
   
   
   
  Peace reigns in the Land of Bori. Growth springs from the earth as the great tree pushes its power through its mighty roots. But there's a noise at the edge of the forest. It darts into the dark. A voice calls to the Trebors. Come and play with us. Come and play with us. 
   
   
   
  But when Ebert decides to follow what lurks in the forest, he has an unexpected encounter. The malpeds have returned. Pitter pat. Pitter pat. Their tiny legs run their rhythm. Pitter pat. Pitter pat. Look what we can do, they say. We are changed, they say. Can this be true? 
   
   
   
  Are they different from the evil, giant malped they defeated? As Ebert follows the mysteries of his new friends, Stella must decide if they can be trusted this time or if she will lose her brother forever.

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  Elizabeth’s Legacy

  Victor Kloss

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  One cryptic note. Two missing parents. Zero ordinary answers, and a magical world he never expected. 
   
  Ben Greenwood’s life turned upside down the day his parents vanished—leaving behind nothing but questions. But when a mysterious letter arrives out of the blue, it changes everything. 
   
  The letter points Ben toward a strange organisation he’s never heard of: the Royal Institute of Magic. Suddenly, he’s thrown into a realm where spells are bought and sold, magical creatures roam the streets, and danger lurks around every corner. 
   
  To uncover the truth, Ben must dig into an ancient family secret—and face a dark force the Institute has been fighting for centuries. But if he fails, he will lose any chance of putting his world back together. 
   
  Victor Kloss’s Elizabeth’s Legacy is the first book in the Royal Institute of Magic series—a thrilling adventure for young readers who love fantastical stories, spellbinding worlds, and unforgettable heroes. Can Ben discover the truth before it’s too late?

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  Return to Atalan

  Richard Brewin

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  It’s been almost a year since Isla found herself in the magical land of Atalan. Now she must return there, after a wizard called Steve mysteriously appears at her house and asks for Isla’s help. 
  On their arrival in Atalan, they discover that an evil wizard is trying to take over the land with the help of the goblins, by using a spell that puts everyone under his command.Isla sets out to put a stop to this fiendish plot along with the help of some new found friends, Benji the elf and Sophie the bushwhacker. 
  Can Isla help save Atalan and once again return safely to her family?

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