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Walking the Hexagon
Walking the Hexagon
Cudbird, Terry
¥98.00
Why would a man retire from his job and take off on a unique 4,000-mile walk around France? What possessed him to wear out his sixty-year-old hips and knees when he could spend a comfortable retirement at home? In this fascinating book Terry Cudbird reveals the obsession which is long distance walking--the intoxicating freedom to go where you want, the escape from the complications and paraphernalia of everyday life, the unpredictable encounters. His itinerary covered the six sides of the French hexagon. In a year's walking he passed through the Pyrenees, the Languedoc, Provence, the Alps, the Jura, Alsace, Lorraine, Picardy, Normandy, Brittany and Aquitaine. En route he discovered the astonishing variety of France's regions; their culture, history, languages, architecture and food. He passed through cities and hamlets, idyllic mountains and bleak plains, the heat of Le Midi and the cold of Le Nord. The author relates the highs and lows of a sometimes gruelling trek: the dramatic changes in landscape, the unexpected acts of kindness but also the guard dogs, snorers in hikers' refuges, storms, man-eating insects, blisters, exhausted limbs, lack of water and a rucksack which was always too heavy. Most important, he met hundreds of French people, many with an unusual outlook on life and interesting stories to tell: hermits, hippies, pilgrims, monks and farmers to name but a few. He made some lasting friends. Terry Cudbird's journey is rich in incident and observation. It is also, in part, the story of an individual coming to terms with his parents' old age and growing dementia. Through walking he finds not only a source of endless new horizons but also the means of accepting the past and its loss. This book will be of interest to walkers, lovers of France and anyone who has ever dreamt of encountering real adventures not far from home.
Jessie J Quiz Book
Jessie J Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Are you a Jesse J fan? Have you followed her meteoric rise to fame from song-writing wannabe to singing superstar? Do you know everything there is to know about the feisty songster from London? If so, why not test your knowledge with this quick quiz book? Which 2009 song did Jessie write for Miley Cyrus? What is Jessie's official website address? How many tracks are there on Jessie's album 'Who You Are'? The answers to these questions and more can all be found in The Jesse J Quiz Book. With 100 questions about the charismatic star, you are certain to discover something new. The book is a mix of personal details and professional highlights and provides a fascinating insight to the life of the chart topping star. This tribute to Jesse J is a fun way to learn more about your favourite singer and is sure to appeal to her ever increasing fan base as well as anyone with an interest in popular music. If you like Jesse J, you will love this book.
Straight From The Force's Mouth
Straight From The Force's Mouth
Prowse, David
¥88.19
Everyone has heard of Darth Vader, the infamous Star Wars villain we all love to fear, created by George Lucas and brought to life by Dave Prowse MBE, but people may not be so familiar with the story of the multi-talented man behind the mask. It required someone exceptional to turn a helmeted costume into the principal character in the highest grossing film series in cinema history - that someone was Dave Prowse. The towering, physical presence of the 6ft 7"e; bodybuilder was ideally suited to personify the intimidating Darth Vader. Straight from the Force's Mouth takes us behind the scenes of Star Wars and documents how this extraordinary man took on the role of the menacing central character to creating one of the most iconic villains in cinema history. In this book of memoirs, Dave shares his journey from disadvantaged child and poor student to champion weightlifter and international film star. The Dave Prowse story is one of determination and hard work and in this honest account he explains how he overcame the many setbacks in his life to achieve success and global recognition. This book is a must have for Star Wars fans of all ages and will appeal to anyone who enjoys a truly inspirational and motivating real life story.
Southend-on-Sea Quiz Book
Southend-on-Sea Quiz Book
Kimber, Kim
¥24.43
Do you live in Southend-on-Sea? Maybe you grew up there as a child or have fond memories of holidays spent in the area? Whatever Southend means to you, this book will test your memory of the people and places that have shaped the town over the years. Who became the first Mayor of Southend in 1837? What year was the train route between Southend and London first established? What world record was broken at Southend-on-Sea in August 2010 earning participants a place in the Guinness Book of Records? The answers to all these questions and more can be found in this brilliant quiz book. Packed with fascinating facts from years gone by to the present day, The Southend-on-Sea Quiz Book will find out just how much you really know about the town and its inhabitants. Whether you want to reminisce with family and friends or discover something new, this book is all you need. A must-have for everyone from the Southend area and anyone interested in learning more about the history of this thriving seaside resort.
Ultimate Boxing Quiz Book
Ultimate Boxing Quiz Book
Oates, Ralph
¥73.48
Do you consider yourself to be the world's biggest boxing fan? Do you look forward to, and follow, every match? Are you clued up on the history of this age old sport from bare knuckle and unlicensed through to the top-flight professional game? Then test yourself with the challenging questions contained in The Ultimate Boxing Quiz Book and find out how much you really know. With sections covering all aspects of the boxing world, including famous male and female fighters, nicknames, title fights, nationalities, knock-outs, southpaws, champions, referees, managers and promoters, this book is as educational as it is entertaining. Get your adrenalin pumping as you try to recall all those memorable moments from the great boxing matches of yesteryear and find out if you are a light or heavyweight when it comes to a knowledge of boxing trivia. Whether you want to learn more about late greats or brush up on the modern game this quiz book is a must have for anyone with an interest in the boxing world.
Great Train Robbery Quiz Book
Great Train Robbery Quiz Book
Gray, Mike
¥19.52
The Great Train Robbery is one of the most well documented crimes of all time but how much do you really know about what happened on that fateful day in 1963 and in the years beyond? This new quiz book will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about the Great Train Robbery and the people involved.How many train robbers escaped from prison? What was the robbers' hideout called? Who was the first '30-year sentence' train robber to be released? The answers to these brain teasers and more can all be found inside The Great Train Robbery Quiz Book.With 100 questions all about the people involved in the robbery, where they are now, the detectives, Judge, books, films and TV programmes, this is a comprehensive guide to the most talked about UK heist in history.With 2013 marking the 50th anniversary, there is still a great deal of interest in the Great Train Robbery and if you would like to know more, this book is all you need.
Rugby Quiz Book
Rugby Quiz Book
Pearson, Adam
¥73.48
All you have ever wanted to know about Rugby League and Rugby Union but have never dared to ask until now (as the answers are in the back of the book!) Will you get stung by a Wasp or charge through the 1,200 questions and mow down the opposition like a Rhino? You will have to cast your minds back over the last two centuries to recall facts about the game's origins, great players, cup competitions, clubs, stadiums, kit colours, nicknames, nationalities, field positions and much more if you want to be promoted to the Super League rather than face relegation. This is as much a treasure trove of rugby facts and figures as it is a quiz book and is guaranteed to get aficionados and families alike in a competitive scrum.
Bruno Mars Quiz Book
Bruno Mars Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Are you a fan of Bruno Mars? If so, do you know how he came by his stage name? What was his debut album called and what are the titles of his best-selling singles? If you think you know all about the talented American singer-songwriter or would like to find out more, The Bruno Mars Quiz Book is for you. What awards has Bruno been nominated for? What were his early musical influences and how did he get started in the business? Where did he grow up and what was his family life like as a child? With 100 questions all about your favourite singer including many personal details, this book is both entertaining and educational and you are certain to learn something new. This book is a fitting tribute to a diverse performer who has made a lasting impression on the music industry in recent months and looks set to continue to make his mark for some time to come. This is a must-have for everyone who enjoys Bruno Mars unique style of music.
London Underground Quiz Book
London Underground Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Brief Description: Are you a regular commuter on the London Underground? Do you use the tube to get around for business or pleasure? Or maybe you have travelled on the underground during a visit to the UK capital? If so, just how much can you remember about the world's oldest underground system? Which tube station is the busiest, with 77 million passengers each year? If you were travelling on the Piccadilly Line, which tube station would you get off at if you were visiting Arsenal Football Club? In which year during the 1940s did the central line extend from Liverpool Street to Stratford? The answers to these and many more brain-teasing questions are all in this quiz book. Find out how well you know your way around the tube or challenge your colleagues, family and friends to discover who is the most knowledgeable about London Underground. Full of fascinating facts The London Underground Quiz Book is both fun and informative and an excellent way to help pass away the hours you spend travelling.
Adele Quiz Book
Adele Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Are you a fan of Adele? Have you followed her meteoric rise to fame from the release of her first album '19' through to global superstardom? Do you, like millions of others, know all the words to her soulful, heartfelt lyrics and can't help singing along. If so, you are guaranteed to enjoy this fun and informative new quiz book.Which two awards did Adele win at the 51st Grammy Awards in 2009? Who wrote Adele's 2008 song 'Make You Feel My Love'? How many weeks did Adele's single 'Someone Like You' spend in the number 1 position in the UK charts? All the answers can be found in The Adele Quiz Book.Packed full of facts about Adele's amazing career to date, this tribute contains 100 questions about the multi-award winning superstar and covers all aspects of Adele's professional life, together with one or two surprising personal details. You are certain to learn something new about the popular singer-songwriter. This is a must have book for anyone who would like to know more about the huge success story that is Adele.
Liverpool Quiz Book
Liverpool Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥34.24
Is Liverpool your favourite football team? Have you watched every match? Are you an expert on all the facts, figures and fixtures that have shaped the club's long history? Then the time has come to find out how much you really know about the people and places that have helped to define the Reds through the years.With 250 testing questions covering every aspect of the club, from unforgettable players, top goalscorers, memorable managers and difficult opponents to League positions, honours and awards, this book can't fail to turn up one or two surprises alongside all the well documented facts.Packed full of information, The Liverpool Quiz Book is certain to prove a hit with football fans of all ages, whether you want to impress family and friends with your knowledge or simply find out more about the team you support.This tribute to Liverpool FC is a must-have for all fans of the Reds and anyone who is interested in learning more about this successful football club.
Politics Quiz Book
Politics Quiz Book
Snelgrove, Kevin
¥19.52
Do you have in interest in politics? Are you familiar with the different roles in British government? Can you recall Britain's most famous prime ministers and the years they were in office? If you would like to find out more about the history of British politics, you are certain to enjoy this quiz book.Which year did James Harold Wilson first become prime minister? What is the first thing a new government forms? Who was leader of the Liberal Party from 1967 to 1976? The answers to these and many similar questions can all be found in The Politics Quiz Book.This informative new quiz book is a simple way for the whole family to learn more about British politics and with 100 questions covering all aspects of government you are sure to learn something new. Whether you want to test your memory of the great movers and shakers of days gone past or improve your knowledge of the basic facts of politics in Britain today this book is certain to have broad appeal.
101 Things You May Not Have Known About World Wrestling
101 Things You May Not Have Known About World Wrestling
White, Paul
¥24.43
Are you a fan of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE)? Do you watch in awe as the giant competitors throw themselves and each other around the ring? Are you familiar with the terminology of WWE? Would you like to know more about the professional wrestlers who provide such thrilling entertainment? If you answered yes to any of these questions you won't want to be without this handy new reference guide.Presented in an easy-to-follow format, this book contains all the facts and figures on WWE you will ever need to know, including detailed information on the top professional wrestlers past and present, their nicknames, biographies, catchphrases, championship winners and losers, WWE records, Divas, belts and much more.101 Things You May Not Have Known About World Wrestling is as entertaining as wrestling itself and is a must-have for all those who enjoy the sportsmanship and spectacle of WWE. This book will appeal to anyone who likes watching WWE from lifelong fans to those who are new to the sport.
Brilliant General Knowledge Quiz Book 3
Brilliant General Knowledge Quiz Book 3
Snelgrove , Kevin
¥24.43
In what year did Concorde 001 first take off from Toulouse? What did the African country of Zaire change its name to in 1997? What popular sweet was invented by Frank Fleer in 1906? If you would like to know the answers to these brain-teasers and more like them take a look at The Brilliant General Knowledge Quiz Book.Find out how much you know about everyday things and the world we live in with the 100 testing questions in this book. Full of interesting facts and covering a range of topics including sport, history, geography, science, films and celebrities, this book provides a fun and easy way to learn. Whether you want to help the kids with their homework, challenge your friends or set the questions for the next pub quiz, this book is just all you need to improve your general knowledge. So if you have always wanted to know who invented the World Wide Web or the number of players in a water polo team this is the book for you.
Kim Kardashian Quiz Book
Kim Kardashian Quiz Book
Nicholson, Aimee
¥24.43
Brief Description: Do you watch 'Keeping Up with the Kardashians'? Are you one of the five million people who follow Kim Kardashian on Twitter? Are you up to date with all the twists and turns in the American celebrity's life? If you're a fan of Kim Kardashian, you won't want to be without this quiz book.Every aspect of Kim's life has been written about by the press or documented on TV but how much do you really know about the glamorous socialite and businesswoman? Which designer's dress did Kim wear on her wedding day to Kris Humphries? When did Kim and her sisters open their second clothing shop in Miami? At Thanksgiving, Kim donated her time to the Los Angeles Mission but to do what? The answers to these questions and more are all in The Kim Kardashian Quiz Book. How many will you get right?Full of fun facts, this book is certain to reveal something you never knew about one of the America's most famous women. If you like Kim Kardashian, you will love this quiz book.
Global Warming, A Very Peculiar History
Global Warming, A Very Peculiar History
Graham, Ian
¥58.76
Which species of moth was nearly killed off by the fight for cleaner air? How does a cow's bottom contribute to global warming? Could warmer mean colder? All these questions and more are answered in 'Global Warming: A Very Peculiar History'. This book arms you with an introduction to the scientific concepts behind global warming then hits you hard with the bizarre and at times disputed facts that go along with the theory. 'Global Warming, A Very Peculiar History' includes information on the potentially disastrous effects of global warming and what we can do to stop them. It features diagrams and fascinating fact sheets which will boggle the mind. Discover where the theory came from and what we were (or weren't) doing to help protect the Earth in past times. This book looks at both sides of the debate and covers the scientific and historical background of our troubled relationship with the planet on which we live.
Great Britons, A Very Peculiar History
Great Britons, A Very Peculiar History
Graham, Ian
¥58.76
Great Britain can be accused of many things; a proliferation of queuing, a fondness of the demon drink; but it's not without more than its fair share of important historical and modern people. 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' looks at a myriad brillliant Britons and their influence on the world. The book features a short potted history of each person, detailing their acheivements, personalities and lifestyles in a quirky and memorable way. From kings and queens, pirates and politicians, actors and directors to sportsmen, explorers, scientists and inventors, 'Great Britons: A Very Peculiar History' celebrates the men and women who have shaped Great Britain and made it what it is today.
Using Stories to Teach Maths Ages 9 to 11
Using Stories to Teach Maths Ages 9 to 11
Way, Steve
¥156.86
Make the teaching of Maths a more exciting and creative cross-curricular experience! This new series provides original and fun stories, sketches and poems to use as the basis for teaching objectives from the Mathematics Programme of Study. The stories are supported by differentiated lesson plans and original resources such as card games and suggestions for kinaesthetic activities. Ages 9-11 stories include: Sneaky Circles, Hank Bullman rides into Certain City, Space Chase, Mediaevel Mode, Metric Measures Poem, Ratio Poem. The stories have been road-tested in schools and the children thoroughly enjoyed them!
Emotional Literacy
Emotional Literacy
Adams, Jane
¥186.29
A must have for every teacher who wants to develop the emotional competence of children in their class. This resource contains 45 lessons - more than enough for one lesson per week! The lessons each contain detailed teachers' notes, warm up games and activities, questions to ask and ideas about what to expect. Most lessons also include a photocopiable activity. The activities are divided into 5 sections: knowing myself, developing empathy, managing feelings, developing social skills and the big picture
Healthy Schools, Healthy Lives
Healthy Schools, Healthy Lives
Loughrey, Anita
¥186.29
With childhood obesity hitting alarmingly high levels and given high profile in the media today, this book looks at what schools could and should be doing to tackle the problem.Research has shown there is a link between weight, lifestyle and attainment. This book will identify ideas and strategies for all primary schools to help educate children and parents about obesity.The book aims to help teachers introduce good eating habits, help children and parents understand the importance of healthy balanced meals, examine how physical activity contributes to weight loss and its maintenance, as well as providing teachers with a list of useful contacts for outside professional support.
Un, deux, trois! Lower Juniors Years 3-4
Un, deux, trois! Lower Juniors Years 3-4
Jones, Eileen
¥201.01
This is an essential resource for the non-specialist who needs extra guidance and accessible material. The book will meet the pressing needs of non-specialist KS2 teachers, who are new to teaching French, with an accessible and manageable format. It will work on oracy and literacy skills making the teaching and learning of French enjoyable. It will also provide an exciting insight into France's culture to meet the requirement of intercultural understanding.Includes 24 units each with a lesson plan, activity pages and vocabulary. Suitable for Lower Juniors learners.