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Blitz, A Very Peculiar History
Blitz, A Very Peculiar History
Arscott, David
¥58.76
Taking a unique look at how Britain survived the bombing of its major cities, 'The Blitz, A Very Peculiar History' tells a story of blackouts, Bletchley Park and bravery during the darkest (literally) period of World War II. From Dunkirk to Dad's Army, explore the many ways in which Britain tried to foil the incoming bomber planes, featuring quirky stories and fascinating trivia about this period of history. Were German paratroopers really dropped disguised as nuns? Find out the answer to this question and many more even more bizarre ones throughout the course of this amazing tale of sacrifice and survival in the face of adversity.
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.
Classical Music Quiz Book
Classical Music Quiz Book
Cotton, Maggie
¥29.33
Do you enjoy listening to classical music? Are you familiar with well-known composers and the music they created? Can you tell the difference between Boccherini and Birtwistle, or maybe you would like to be able to? If you answered yes to any of these questions you are certain to enjoy The Classical Music Quiz Book. The 250 questions in this book have been put together to test your knowledge of all the best-loved composers and their work and the simple quiz format makes it a fun and easy way to learn more about classical music. There are sections on famous concert halls, films and film scores, instruments, dances and arias, as well as the many brilliant composers and the timeless pieces of music they will be remembered for.This quiz book is a light-hearted way to teach yourself more about the great composers and their music or find out how much you already know. This is a must-have for anyone who appreciates classical music or would simply like to be better informed about the genre.
101 Things You May Not Have Known About Motor Racing
101 Things You May Not Have Known About Motor Racing
White, Marc
¥34.24
Are you a fan of motor racing? Do you follow all the championships? Would you like to know more about the racing drivers that compete in this spectacular event and the cars they drive? If you answered yes to any of these questions you should never be without this handy motor racing reference guide.Did you know that Stirling Moss had his road driving licence revoked for one year for dangerous driving, that Michael Schumacher has won more Formula One World Drivers' Championships than anyone else in the history of the sport or that, to date (2012), Ferrari has won more races than any other constructor? This book is packed with similar facts all about Formula One, including profiles of the top racing drivers past and present, the history of Formula One, championship records, memorable winners and losers, female competitors, famous circuits and much more.101 Things You May Not Have Known About Motor Racing makes an entertaining read and is a must-have for anyone who enjoys watching this exciting sport.
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.
Encouraging Early Sports Skills
Encouraging Early Sports Skills
Green, Sandy
¥83.29
Physical activity in young children is both important and enjoyable. It encourages good life habits and helps avoid health problems such as obesity and heart disease in later life. Encouraging Early Sports Skills is the perfect support for early years practitioners looking to introduce a variety of sports and physical activities to the children they work with.
Fishing, A Very Peculiar History
Fishing, A Very Peculiar History
Beattie, Rob
¥58.76
Fishing, A Very Peculiar History' explores one of the most ancient and popular pastimes in the world in the unique Peculiar History style, packed full of fascinating facts, quirky trivia and mind-boggling statistics. Rob Beattie tackles everything from the history of fish and chips to fish that look like celebrities and from what the well-dressed angler is wearing this season to brave fishing adventures and different fishing techniques from around the world. Whether you read a page, a chapter or a whole book, you won't be able to help but be intrigued and amazed at how much information is packed into a Peculiar History title.
Early Years Gardening Handbook
Early Years Gardening Handbook
Ward, Sue
¥127.43
The practical guide to creating a working garden for children in the early years to enjoy year after year.Whatever time of year it is, involving young children in gardening can be an excellent way to develop a wide range of skills for the EYFS and can bring children of all abilities together.This gem of a guide aims to provide a step-by-step guide to creating an early years garden from first conception to eating your own veg! Features: Where to start: how to plan for your garden and get funding Calendar of what to plant and harvest when Tips on plant that are great for cooking, as well as the ones that are guaranteed to give the quickest results A wealth of activities based around your garden, all linked to the ELGsAn essential for any green-minded nursery, whether you are a novice or an experienced gardner.
Exploring Emotions
Exploring Emotions
Bailey, Ros
¥73.48
This practical book from Ros Bayley is designed to enable every practitioner to help children manage their emotions. This title looks at the whole range of emotions that children feel and enable any practitioner to help children recognise these emotions and talk about them. Brimming with ideas for using puppets, toys, pictures, games and stories this is a must-have book for any practitioner looking to manage the emotions of children in their care.
Planning for Learning through All About Me
Planning for Learning through All About Me
Sparks Linfield, Rachel
¥73.48
This book takes you through six weeks of activities on the theme of all about me. Each activity is linked to a specific Early Learning Goal, and the book contains a skills overview so that practitioners can keep track of which areas of learning and development they are promoting. This book also includes a photocopiable page to give to parents with ideas for them to get involved with their children's topic, as well as ideas for bringing the six weeks of learning together. Games and activities relate to every part of the body - from fingers to toes! Includes ideas for a 'healthy eating week' plus unusual variations on traditional games to tie in with the topic.
World War Two, A Very Peculiar History
World War Two, A Very Peculiar History
Pipe, Jim
¥58.76
World War Two, A Very Peculiar History' explores the most destructive event of the twentieth century, a war that defined and shaped the world we live in today. Jim Pipe introduces the nations, as well as individuals, that participated and the politics that drove them, alongside the Peculiar History-style fascinating trivia and quirky facts. In this book you can learn about mad British schemes and the atomic bomb, Nazi hunters and wartime songs, as well as comprehensive chapters about the origins and causes of World War Two, the rise of Hitler and the Third Reich, how the war was handled at home and much, much more. 'World War Two, A Very Peculiar History' is also packed with captivating anecdotes and interesting panels of mind-boggling information about World War II.
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.
Planning for Learning through Animals
Planning for Learning through Animals
Sparks Linfield, Rachel
¥73.48
This book takes you through six weeks of activities on the theme of animals. Each activity is linked to a specific Early Learning Goal, and the book contains a skills overview so that practitioners can keep track of which areas of learning and development they are promoting. This book also includes a photocopiable page to give to parents with ideas for them to get involved with their children's topic, as well as ideas for bringing the six weeks of learning together. The weekly themes in this book include: name the animals, hide and seek, where I live, farm animals, pets and animal babies.
Yorkshire, A Very Peculiar History
Yorkshire, A Very Peculiar History
Malam, John
¥58.76
Yorkshire is well known for its miners, pudding and cricket, but 'Yorkshire, A Very Peculiar History' scrapes beyond the surface and past the cliches. Featuring a host of characters from Yorkshire past and present, it's not all grit and grime! Tracing Yorkshire's history back through Roman and Viking rule, to the various tribes which populated the area in prehistoric times, this book covers the largest county in England from all angles. Featuring quirky tales of Yorkshire's crucial role in the industrial revolution, and detailed stories about the famed Wars of the Roses, it tells the astonishing tale of this large and historic county and its people and culture.
Titanic, A Very Peculiar History
Titanic, A Very Peculiar History
Pipe, Jim
¥58.76
It boasted libraries, palm trees, swimming pools, a 50-phone switchboard and was nearly as tall as the Eiffel Tower... No, she's not a skyscraper, she's the Titanic! Marking the centenary of the sinking of the White Star Liner RMS Titanic in 1912, 'Titanic, A Very Peculiar History' delves into the human stories of both crew and passengers and the incredible feats of engineering and design involved in the ship's construction. The ebook also takes a look at events that occurred once the ship was wrecked, from discovering what dead passengers had tried to take with them to assessing the likelihood of us ever being able to raise the wreck for more study. Featuring letters from the liner's passengers and crew and a taste of the superstitions and creepy coincidences that surround the ship's sinking, it's a great all-round look at the incredible facts and stories at the heart of the Titanic's conception, construction and maiden voyage.
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.
101 Interesting Facts about Spurs
101 Interesting Facts about Spurs
Cowlin, Chris
¥19.52
Are you a football fan? Do you support Tottenham Hotspur FC? Would you like to find out more about the club's long and successful history? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are certain to enjoy this informative Spurs reference guide.Did you know that Tottenham's record cup win is 13-2, in an FA Cup game against Crewe during February 1960? Or that Steve Perryman holds the record at White Hart Lane for making the most League appearances at the club, with 653 starts and two substitute appearances? With 101 facts all about Spurs, this is the book that Tottenham supporters can't be without. Perfect for match days or amusing the kids at home, this tribute to Spurs will tell you everything you ever wanted to know about this popular English Premier League team. So why not relive all those golden moments from days gone by and gen up on Spurs' glorious past with 101 Interesting Facts About Spurs? A simply must-have book for Tottenham supporters of all ages.
One Direction Quiz Book
One Direction Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥24.43
Are you an expert on One Direction? Can you name all the band members? Have you followed every twist and turn in the amazing One Direction story from X Factor wannabes to chart topping supergroup? If you think you know all about the boys from 1D, there is no better way to test your knowledge than with this fun quiz book. Do you know Niall's favourite colour or which band member is known as 'the joker'? Which member of the group is the youngest and who is the oldest? Where in the USA was One Direction's music video set for their song 'What Makes You Beautiful'? The answers to all these questions and more can be found in this book.Full of fascinating facts about 1D, including many personal details, The One Direction Quiz Book documents the boys' journey from five unknowns to one of the most successful acts to emerge from The X Factor. With 100 questions all about your favourite group, this book is a must-have for fans of One Direction.
Man U Quiz Book
Man U Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥34.24
Are you one of Man U's biggest fans? Do you watch every game and avidly follow the club's progress in the League? Can you name all the memorable United players, past and present, and the years they played for the club? If so, the time has come to find out how knowledgeable you really are about the team you support with this informative new quiz book?The Man U Quiz Book contains 250 challenging questions about all aspects of the club's long history, including the many unforgettable players and managers, their nationalities, total appearances, top goalscorers, League positions, team honours, club records and much more. This book has been carefully compiled to test your memory of the people, places and events that have shaped Man U through the years and is guaranteed to provide hours of fun for all the family. This book will appear to all Manchester United fans and anyone with an interest in finding out more about one of the most popular and successful teams in English football.
Chelsea Quiz Book
Chelsea Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥34.24
Are you a true fan of the Blues? Do you follow every match? Have you picked up lots of little known facts about Chelsea Football Club along the way? Then the time has come to put your knowledge to the test with this quiz book.With 250 questions, some easy, some more challenging, this book has been put together to test your memory of the people and places that have shaped the club's long and successful history. Can you remember players past and present, their nationalities or how many caps they made for their country? With questions on all aspects of the game including managers, opponents, club honours, and League positions, The Chelsea Quiz Book is certain to have you disputing points with your friends and family to find out who really knows the most about the Blues.Packed with information, this tribute to Chelsea Football Club is a must-have for all loyal Blues supporters and is guaranteed to score a hit with football enthusiasts everywhere.
Blackburn Quiz Book
Blackburn Quiz Book
Cowlin, Chris
¥34.24
Do you support Blackburn Rovers? Are you an expert on all the important players and managers who have shaped the club's glorious past? Can you recall all those memorable matches from days gone by? If so, why not find out how many questions you can answer about your favourite football club with this exciting new quiz book?The Blackburn Quiz Book has been carefully compiled to test your memory of The Rovers over the years. How much do you really know about Alan Shearer, Simon Garner and Jason Wilcox? The time has come to find out and, with 250 questions covering all aspects of Blackburn's history including club honours and records, legendary players, top goalscorers, famous opponents, wins, draws and losses, you are certain to learn something new about the team. Full of fascinating facts, this quiz book is guaranteed to prove a hit with football fans of all ages and is a must-have guide for all Rovers supporters and anyone interested in finding out more about this successful Premier League club.