Bøker av James Maclaine

Explore one of the most famous cities in the world in this whistlestop tour of London's iconic landmarks. With over 150 stickers to add to the scenes of London life.

Discover how to doodle a sloth, turn pencil shavings into pictures and draw in ways you never imagined. Then try printing, spattering paints and painting with dots. There are ideas for portraits, patterns, optical illusions and more, so you'll soon have enough artworks for your own exhibition - and this book will show you how to stage one too.

Step outdoors with this book and wave goodbye to boredom! Open a bug hotel, read the night sky and go bird spotting, then learn to draw animals, write a nature poem, and do an outdoor quiz. With specially selected links to websites for even more fun outdoor activities. Wherever you are, wherever you go, there'll never be a dull moment again!

Fold and fly 100 fully coloured paper jet planes - each one its own unique design. This book contains 100 tear-out sheets with guidelines to help you fold, clear, step-by-step instructions for making each type of plane and lots of flying tips.

Packed with simple craft and cooking activities with a Christmassy theme, using things you'll easily find to hand about the house. Make everything from garlands and gift tags to reindeer snacks and wrapping paper.

Put your tactics to the test with a variety of classic 'pencil and paper' games and new ones, too.

Find out how to turn old newspapers into trees that grow. Transform junk mail into jewels and coil strips of paper into pictures. Fold origami frogs for a race, test paper planes and parachutes and design your own board game. There are amazing tricks you can do with just a pair of scissors and a piece of paper and tips for making your own cabinet of curiosities. This treasure trove of a book has so many rewarding ideas for cutting, folding and sticking that you'll never be bored again!

Discover the trick for making dot painting pictures, decorate paper leopards, tigers and lions with fingerprints and scrape paint with scraps of cardboard to create patterns that shimmer. Print a display of fireworks, create your own scratch art and mix 3D paint that dries solid and keeps its shape. And if you blow through a paper straw, you'll see drops of paint turn into swirly jellyfish.

You'll never guess how tiny robots are helping bees, where giant robots are stopping traffic, what kinds of intrepid robots are exploring outer space and how clever robots learn to beat chess champions. Discover all this and lots more things to know about what robots can do, how they are designed and programmed and the part they will play in our future.

Uncover this surprising and inspiring collection of things to make, play and do with all sorts of paper and glue. Race paper dogs down a slope, fold giant butterflies from old wrapping paper and discover ways to hide and reveal messages in pieces of paper. Find out how to decorate paper with marbled patterns, turn two paper cups into a rotating time machine and discover the secret recipe for planets made from glue. And if you follow the templates and simple step-by-step instructions, you can cut, fold and stick together a shark that bends and thrashes its tail. - Encourages imagination, creativity and calming concentration. - Supports affordable fun as well as reuse and recycling at home.

Where is an octopus's mouth? How do octopuses hide from other sea creatures? What do their babies look like? This book has the answers to these questions and many more, along with photographs, step-by-step illustrations, simple text and links to websites with video clips and activities.

You'll never guess how your body fights germs or how dinosaurs fought each other, what kind of animal is named after Sir David Attenborough and what sunsets look like on Mars. All is revealed in this delightful collection of four books. A brilliant addition to any family bookshop, the Big Book of Things to Know contains amazing facts from Lots of things to know about Your Body, Space, Animals and Dinosaurs in a single volume bursting with vibrant illustrations and packed with quirky and surprising things to know.Clear, approachable text will spark young readers' curiosity and is perfect for fact-hungry children to share with family or impress their friends with.

Discover brilliant new uses for all sorts of cardboard boxes with this inspiring collection of things to make and do. Build your own mini village, turn tissue boxes into monsters and roll up chunky beads from bold and bright packaging. Put bridges and ramps to the test, investigate how you can make an empty box strong enough for you to sit on and see what happens when you roll a marble in the lid of a shoebox with some paint. And if you follow the simple step-by-step instructions, any big cereal box can become an amazing 3D model of the Solar System.

You'll never guess where Tyrannosaurus rexes lived, what a Spinosaurus could do with its nose, why the head of a Parasaurolophus was like a trombone or how very heavy dinosaurs sat on their eggs without crushing them! All is revealed in this delightful information book, filled with quirky and surprising things to know about all kinds of dinosaurs.

How can you bend water with a ruler? What makes grass green? How do machines work? What happens if you add raisins to a fizzy drink? Why don't seals freeze in icy water? Can anything stop paper clips from sinking? This book will show you how to discover the answers to these questions and more - making you think like a scientist in a few simple steps.

How many types of sloths are there? Why does their fur turn green? Can sloths swim? This book has all the answers and much more, along with photographs, step-by-step illustrations, simple text and links to websites with video clips and activities.

You'll never guess how monkeys clean their teeth, why penguins steal stones, which baby animal is bigger than its parents or just how high bumblebees can fly! All is revealed in this delightful information book, filled with friendly, humorous pictures and quirky, surprising facts about all kinds of animals. You'll want to share this book with everyone you know!

A write-in activity book that is packed full of colouring, doodling, puzzles, recipes, fun facts, jokes, games, and ideas for Christmas things to make and do. Featuring Christmas themes and traditions from around the world, it includes activities such as code, word and number-puzzles, things to spot, pictures to complete, and over 200 stickers.

A charmingly illustrated picture book about a little raccoon called Algernon and his extraordinary day at Miss Molly's school. Algernon's manners are bad at first... but lessons in the Sharing Studio and Listening Carefully Lab, lunchtime in the Dining Hall, the Library's lovely language books and Good Sports Day soon have a transformative effect.

A fantastic book of Christmas things to do, from festive puzzles to doodling and colouring, with dozens of stickers. Children can decorate a Christmas tree with sticker baubles, spot the penguins ice skating and guess what the presents are in their colourful wrapping paper. A great way to keep kids busy over the holidays.

When were the first fireworks made? How many satellites have been sent into space? And what does the word kimono mean? Find out the answers to these questions and more in this stunningly illustrated book, guaranteed to keep fact-loving, question-asking children entertained for hours on end. Includes internet links to websites to find out even more.

Little Children's Activity Book: mazes, puzzles, colouring & other activities is a delightful book that is sure to engage young minds. Written by James Maclaine, this book was published in 2014 by Usborne Publishing Ltd. This book is not just a book; it's an adventure that takes your child through a world filled with mazes, puzzles, colouring, and other activities. Each page is a new journey, a new challenge, and a new opportunity for your child to learn and grow. The book is designed to be interactive, encouraging your child to think, create, and solve problems. It's a perfect blend of fun and learning that will keep your child entertained for hours. So, if you're looking for a book that combines education with entertainment, look no further than Little Children's Activity Book: mazes, puzzles, colouring & other activities by James Maclaine, published by Usborne Publishing Ltd.

Why do snakes hiss? What do they eat? How do they shed their skin? Find out the answers to these questions and lots more in this easy reading guide to snakes. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "e;No Key Stage 1 classroom should be without the whole set."e; - The Bookseller

Lift-the-Flap General Knowledge is a fascinating book written by James Maclaine. Published by Usborne Publishing Ltd in 2015, this book is an exciting journey into the world of general knowledge. The genre of the book is educational, aiming to enlighten the reader with a wealth of information. The author, James Maclaine, has done an exceptional job of compiling a plethora of facts and figures that are both interesting and enlightening. The unique 'lift-the-flap' feature of the book adds an interactive element that is sure to engage readers of all ages. Published by the renowned Usborne Publishing Ltd, this book guarantees quality and credibility. So if you're looking to broaden your horizons and learn something new, Lift-the-Flap General Knowledge is the perfect book for you.

A fascinating introduction to the world of elephants, complete with amazing photographs, illustrations and weird and wonderful facts. With easy-to-read text specially written with the help of a reading expert, aimed at children who are beginning to read on their own.

Little Children's Travel Activity Book by James Maclaine, published in 2013, is a must-have for any young explorer. This engaging book, published by Usborne Publishing Ltd, is filled with a variety of activities that are designed to entertain and educate children during their travels. The book falls under the genre of children's activity books, and it is a great way to keep your little ones busy during long trips. James Maclaine, the author, has done a fantastic job of creating a book that is not only fun but also educational. The publication year of 2013 speaks volumes about the timeless appeal of this book. Usborne Publishing Ltd, the publisher, is renowned for their high-quality children's books, and this one is no exception. If you're planning a trip with your kids, don't forget to pack the Little Children's Travel Activity Book!

Where do wolves live? What do they eat and how do they catch their food? Why do wolves howl? Find out the answers to these questions and many more in this fascinating book. Easy-to-read text is accompanied by full-colour photographs and step-by-step visual explanations of topics including 'Fur', 'Pack life' and 'Baby wolves'.