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A colourful workbook to introduce children to measuring and time using the Maths Mastery approach!It's time to master the world of maths with this brand new workbook developed by experts to cover all the essential skills for children in the first stages of their maths journey. Specifically designed for children aged 5-7, this maths exercise book can gently help your child take their first steps in understanding how to measure. Let Maths - No Problem! open your eyes to the wonderful world of numbers! So what are you waiting for? Dive straight in to discover: -Character-led learning with fun and friendly illustrations-Comprehensive and thorough coverage of key concepts-Helpful hints for extra practice-Topics include measuring mass, estimating and comparing length, measuring volume, telling the timeHeard of Maths Mastery but don't know where to begin? Don't worry, DK has got you covered!Maths Mastery is a transformational approach to teaching mathematics that was developed in Singapore and is now used around the world, including in thousands of schools across the UK. Children are taught multiple methods to solve maths problems, enabling them to gain a thorough and adaptable understanding of topics, making it easier for them to apply their knowledge to different scenarios. Each topic is studied in depth to develop a secure understanding of maths concepts. This leads to greater progress in maths learning, as topics are well understood and therefore don't need to be revised in great detail, meaning each new concept builds on prior learningBased on this widely successful approach, this wonderful workbook is full of top-tips led by appealing characters who offer useful guidance to parents and children alike with the goal of making learning maths both accessible and interesting. This workbook is part of a new series developed in partnership with the award-winning educational publisher Maths - No Problem! The books encourage a deep knowledge of core maths concepts without fostering a reliance on memorisation or rote learning. In fact, Maths - No Problem! is widely used in schools in the UK and its Teacher Hub receives 4,000 daily visits on average during term time!A must-have maths book for children aged 5-7 at a Key Stage 1 level, as well as for adults who wish to become more familiar with maths taught in schools, to better support their children at home. From measuring mass to litres and centimetres, this helpful workbook covers it all whilst incorporating an inclusive approach which builds self-confidence so that no child feels they 'can't do maths.'At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not explore the rest of the workbooks in our Maths - No Problem! Master Maths At Home series? Each workbook can be bought individually or as part of a collection, specifically targeted to early learners aged 5-7 at a Key Stage 1 level. Multiply like a magician with Maths - No Problem! Multiplication, Division and Fractions, Ages 5-7 (Key Stage 1) and join the geometry journey with Maths - No Problem! Geometry and Shape, Ages 5-7 (Key Stage 1). It's as easy as 1, 2, 3!

This rich and beautifully imagined book uses playful characters to teach children how to accept the differences of othersWhat do you imagine when you see a bear that wears a long, black cloak, only goes out at night, and doesn't talk to anyone? Benjamin the bear feels like everyone else, but his neighbours only see him as a scary vampire. This kind-hearted Bear is just very shy, and can't help but keep to himself - will his neighbours ever move beyond their fear and see Bear for who he really is?This heartwarming picture book will leave little readers with the thought that no book should be judged by its cover, and to instead see that it's what's on the inside that truly matters! This beautiful picture book for 3-5 year olds: - Is perfect for parents and children to share and read together due to the large picture book format- Addresses the sensitive subject of bullying and self-belief, to raise children's awareness on this issue- Teaches an important life skill not to judge others based on their appearance, and see that there is more to us than meets the eye- Is a soft introduction to a sensitive and tricky subjectImaginative and lyrical, The Not So Scary Story is a reminder to challenge expectations and celebrate the things that set us apart. Inspire little ones to learn about and accept other people's differences through the engaging tale of Benjamin the bear.

PLEASE NOTE - this is a replica of the print book and you will need paper and a pencil to complete the exercises.Let Carol Vorderman help your child succeed in Science. Science Made Easy is one of Carol Vorderman's series of workbooks includes notes and tips to make learning about Science easy and fun! Follow the exercises and activities with your child to strengthen their learning in school, then reward them with stars for their efforts. Each title contains a progress chart so your child can keep track of all the exercises they have completed and parents' notes explain what children need to know at each stage and what's being covered in the curriculum so you can support your child.This ebook helps children to learn about the five senses, light, and shadow. Developed in consultation with leading educational experts to support curriculum learning, Science Made Easy (previous ISBN 9781405363693) is a great way to improve your child's Science skills - "e;the more you practise, the better you'll be!"e; Carol Vorderman

Become a master storyteller with illustrated story kitsHow to Write a Story is a comprehensive workbook designed to help kids excel at creative writing. Packed with tools, tips, and vocabulary, it makes it easy and fun for kids to plan and write captivating stories that are well structured, richly descriptive, and exciting to read.- 21 story starters from detective adventures to space missions - Visual guides for structuring stories - Illustrated writing prompts - Descriptive vocabulary lists - Creative writing techniques- Lined write-in sections for writing stories - Developed with teachers and assessment expertsWith a team of award-winning artists and writers, Mrs Wordsmith creates books, card games, worksheets, and mobile games to improve the reading and writing of kids aged 4-11, and to make learning fun! !"This is a wonderfully engaging and helpful resource to help children fall in love with stories. The storytelling guidance is excellent, and the story kits are full of helpful questions, rich vocabulary, and even graphs to help motivate and inspire young writers to be." - Emma Madden - Headteacher, Fox Primary SchoolThis content is also available to purchase as a printable workbook at mrswordsmith.com© Mrs Wordsmith 2021

A handwriting practice book like no other! Practise writing letters and develop reading skills while following the hilarious tale of Bogart the baby fly as he chomps from A to Z. Bogart dreams of becoming a butterfly. But if all he eats is poo, he will be nothing more than a housefly. Bogart sets out on the foodie adventure of a lifetime. He starts with apples and avocados. Then bagels and burritos. Before long, Bogart is chomping his way through the whole alphabet!After each letter is introduced in the story, use the arrows and dots to trace the letter on the letter-writing pages. Handwriting is a crucial skill for children as they move through their early school years, but it also helps them to consolidate their knowledge of letters - an essential precursor to phonics learning and reading.With a team of award-winning artists and writers, Mrs Wordsmith creates books, card games, worksheets, and mobile games to improve the reading and writing of kids aged 4-11, and to make learning fun!"Letter recognition and letter formation are essential skills to develop in children's younger years. This great book provides a fun way to practise these skills, all through the narrative of a worm eating wonderful, and sometimes unusual, foods!"Emma Madden - Headteacher, Fox Primary SchoolThis content is also available to purchase as I Can Be a Butterfly, a printable story and workbook at mrswordsmith.com.© Mrs Wordsmith 2021

A comprehensive workbook of fun, illustrated English exercises for ages 5-6An entire year of English learning packed into 192 pages! Phonics, vocabulary, grammar, high-frequency words, handwriting, and more!Developed with teachers and curriculum experts, and hilariously illustrated by Hollywood artists. In line with the National Curriculum.Practise long and short vowels and adjacent consonants. Revisit grammar topics, such as prepositions and conjunctions. Go over maths vocabulary, including measuring words and telling the time. Develop speaking and listening skills with Teddy Talks."This workbook is a wonderful resource full of fun, illustrated activities, which complement the Year 1 curriculum." Emma Madden - Headteacher, Fox Primary SchoolWith a team of award-winning artists and writers, Mrs Wordsmith creates books, card games, worksheets, and mobile games to improve the reading and writing of kids aged 4-11, and to make learning fun! Variations of this content are available as printable worksheets at mrswordsmith.com© Mrs Wordsmith 2021

Dive into the world of words with 'Mrs Wordsmith Reception English Colossal Workbook, Ages 4-5 (Early Years)'. This educational masterpiece is penned by none other than Mrs Wordsmith, an author synonymous with quality learning materials for young minds. Published in 2021, this book is a recent addition to the vast collection of resources for early years education. The book belongs to the genre of educational workbooks, specifically tailored for children aged 4-5. It is a colossal workbook, meaning it is loaded with a variety of activities and lessons to enhance the English skills of your little ones. Published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd, a renowned name in the publishing industry, you can be assured of the book's quality and effectiveness. This English language workbook is an excellent tool to kickstart your child's journey into the world of language and literacy.

Introduce your little one to fables and fairy tales from around the world with this spellbinding series of board books for children.Discover the Greek myth about the greedy King Midas! A popular tale told for centuries that will teach children about the power of love. Introduce children to the fascinating telling of a popular tale about a greedy king who could turn everything he touched into gold. This emotions book for kids explores the concept of love and the consequences of greed in an engaging story format. Once Upon a Time...there was a Greedy King is filled with colourful illustrations and a lively story that teaches children emotional intelligence. Inside you'll find: - Beautiful, vibrant illustrations by Maja Andersen brings the story to life- Simple text, ideal for reading aloud for a bedtime story- Lesser-known folk tales and stories to young children- A reference section at the end of the book that explains the cultural history behind each storyThe greedy King Midas has been granted a wish! He can turn everything into gold. Swept by his new 'power' he turns his entire palace into gold including his food and beloved daughter! What will he do when he can't eat or talk to the princess anymore?Illustrator, Maja Andersen, has beautifully crafted the images in this book to draw young children into the story and capture their imaginations. The tale of the Greedy King with the golden touch introduces children to a lesser-known myth and teaches them about the dangers of greed. The magic of storytelling has been known to cultures since the dawn of time! Imagine children much like your own huddled up to hear about the fascinating world around them and learning about life through storytelling. Other books in this series include Once Upon a Time... there was a Little Bird, Once Upon a Time... there was a Thirsty Frog, Once Upon a Time... there was an Old Woman.

Introduce your little one to fables and fairy tales from around the world with this spellbinding series of board books for children.The power of kindness is a tale told all over the world! Introduce children to the charming telling of a North American folktale about a little bird that can't fly south for the winter. This emotions book for kids explores the concepts of kindness and sharing in an engaging story format. Once Upon a Time...there was a Little Bird is filled with colourful illustrations and a lively story that teaches children emotional intelligence. Inside you'll find: - Beautiful, vibrant illustrations by Maja Andersen that bring the story to life- Simple text, ideal for reading aloud for a bedtime story- A reference section at the end of the book that explains the cultural history behind the storyLittle Bird has broken her wing and can't join her friends in flying south for the winter. Cold and unsure where to find shelter, Little Bird hears kind voices calling to her - they offer shelter, food, and even a place for her to sing to her heart's content! Illustrator, Maja Andersen, has beautifully crafted the images in this book to draw young children into the story and capture their imaginations. The tale of Little Bird introduces children to a lesser-known folktale and teaches them how to care for others. The magic of storytelling has been known to cultures since the dawn of time! Imagine children much like your own huddled up to hear about the fascinating world around them and learning about life through storytelling. Other books in this series include Once Upon a Time... there was a Greedy King, Once Upon a Time... there was a Thirsty Frog, Once Upon a Time... there was an Old Woman.

A guide to gemstones. Ranging from Amber to Rubellite, it lets you discover over 130 varieties of cut and uncut stones, organic gemstones and precious metals. It covers from what a gemstone is and where they occur to the natural properties they have and how they have been fashioned and imitated through the ages. It is suitable for gemstone lovers.

The practical guide that gives you the skills to succeed at negotiatingDK's Essential Managers series contains the know-how you need to be a more effective manager and hone your management style.Find out how to improve your negotiating skills by defining your style, preparing properly and designing your meeting structure. You'll learn to build relationships, develop trust and negotiate fairly. In a slim, portable format Essential Managers gives you a practical 'how-to' approach with step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists and 'ask yourself' features showing you how to focus your energy, manage change and make an impact.If you are keen to brush up on or enhance your negotiating skills, this is the guide for you.

The practical guide that gives you the skills to succeed as a leaderDK's Essential Managers series contains the know-how you need to be a more effective manager and hone your management style.Find out how to improve your leadership skills by establishing a vision, inspiring others and championing high performance. You'll learn to focus your energy, build relationships and develop strategies. In a slim, portable format Essential Managers gives you a practical 'how-to' approach with step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists and 'ask yourself' features showing you how to focus your energy, manage change and make an impact.If you are keen to brush up on or enhance your leadership skills, this is the guide for you.

The practical guide that gives you the skills to succeed at managing peopleDK's Essential Managers series contains the know-how you need to be a more effective manager and hone your management style.Find out how to improve your people management skills by learning how to motivate staff, improve performance and create positive relationships. You'll learn to build confidence, communicate clearly and establish trust. In a slim, portable format Essential Managers gives you a practical 'how-to' approach with step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists and 'ask yourself' features showing you how to focus your energy, manage change and make an impact.If you are keen to brush up on or enhance your management skills, this is the guide for you.

The practical guide that gives you the skills to succeed at project managementDK's Essential Managers series contains the know-how you need to be a more effective manager and hone your management style.Find out how to improve your project management skills by defining a project brief, identifying stakeholders and building a team. You'll learn to initiate a project, set deadlines and manage your budgets. In a slim, portable format Essential Managers gives you a practical 'how-to' approach with step-by-step instructions, tips, checklists and 'ask yourself' features showing you how to focus your energy, manage change and make an impact.If you are keen to brush up on or enhance your project management skills, this is the guide for you.

Introduce your little one to fables and fairy tales from around the world with this spellbinding series of board books for children. Every day, an old woman fetches water from the river using two pots. One of the pots leaks, but the old woman sees the good that the leaking pot brings to the world. This charming re-telling of the Chinese tale is the perfect length for bedtime reading and Maja Andersen's colourful illustrations bring the magic and wonder of the tale to life. It is sure to be a storybook that little ones will treasure forever.

See the world through Hokusai's eyes and be inspired to produce your own masterpieces.Have you ever wondered exactly what your favourite artists were looking at to make them draw, sculpt, or paint the way they did? In this charming illustrated series of books to keep and collect, created in full collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art, you can see what they saw, and be inspired to create your own artworks, too. In What the Artist Saw: Hokusai, meet groundbreaking Japanese artist Hokusai. Step into his life and learn what led him to create more than 30,000 works of art, including his famous woodcut views of The Great Wave off Kanagawa and Mount Fuji. Discover how he planned to live to 110 and even produced the first ever pieces of manga! Have a go at making your own printed artworks.In this series, follow the artists' stories and find intriguing facts about their environments and key masterpieces. Then see what you can see and make your own art. Take a closer look at landscapes with Georgia O'Keeffe, or even yourself, with Vincent van Gogh. Every book in this series is one to treasure and keep - perfect for inspiring budding young artists to continue their own artistic journeys. © The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

Introduce your little one to fables and fairy tales from around the world with this spellbinding series of board books for children.Discover the Aboriginal Australian myth about a very thirsty frog named Tiddalik! The perfect bedtime story that will teach children the importance of sharing.Inside the colourful children's book ideal for 3-5-year olds, you'll find: - Beautiful, vibrant illustrations that bring the stories to life - Simple text is ideal for reading aloud and for bedtime - Introduction to a lesser-known folk tale and stories for young children - A reference section at the end of the book that explains the cultural history behind each story Once Upon a Time... there was a Thirsty Frog follows the tale of the very thirsty frog who drank all the water in the land! Tiddalik, the frog, has to learn how to share so that the other animals can also quench their thirst. What will the other animals do? Will Tiddalik ever learn how to share? Tuck your toddler or preschooler in with this charming retelling of the Aboriginal Australian story beautifully illustrated by Maja Andersen, bringing the fairy tale to life. Embark on an inspiring journey with Tiddalik, and teach your child emotional intelligence and the dangers of being selfish.Go on a journey around the world with these new illustrated fables and novels from DK that make the perfect addition to any child's bookshelf. Other books in this series include Once Upon a Time... there was a Little Bird, Once Upon a Time... there was a Greedy King, Once Upon a Time... there was an Old Woman.

Includes eight extra pages that are packed with fun, educational activities and 100 themed stickers of shakes. This book features facts and dramatic photographs that bring the underwater world of sharks to the surface and inspire your child with a love of learning and discovery.

Grab your backpack and let's head into the wild with the Secret Explorers! Embark on an unforgettable journey of discovering forest life and protecting an endangered plant! Learn all about the amazing Venus flytrap in this action-packed, conservation-themed instalment of DK's new educational fiction series. Meet the Secret Explorers - a band of brainiac kids from all around the world. Everyone in this diverse group of young experts has a speciality, from dinosaurs to volcanoes. Each story follows a character who gets chosen for a "secret exploration". This edge-of-your-seat educational fiction book for children is packed with:- Fun facts and illustrations about exciting plant species- Simple and informative diagrams show kids all they need to know about the Venus fly trap- Quizzes, mission notes, and a glossary of words with definitionsIn this fascinating children's nature book, we join biology expert Leah on a mission to a forest in North Carolina, USA. Joined by history buff Gustavo, the team must work together with a botanist to protect the endangered Venus flytrap from being stolen by poachers and sold for money. It'll take every bit of brainpower, bravery, and expertise that Leah and Gustavo have to stop the poachers and rescue the plants. At the end of this fictional action book, you'll find "Leah's Mission Notes" which is a summary of all the scientific facts and discoveries made throughout the story. With a gripping narrative that keeps kids engaged, The Secret Explorers and the Plant Poachers by SJ King is the perfect gift for children aged 7-9 captivated by nature. Packed with lots of information about different forest plants, this adventure book gives children a thrilling introduction to the natural world. Don't miss out on more secret explorations! Embark on an Arctic adventure of epic proportions in The Secret Explorers and the Missing Scientist. Discover the dramatic power of an erupting volcano in The Secret Explorers and the Smoking Volcano. Finally, set out on a journey to stop the Cairo Museum from closing down in The Secret Explorers and the Tomb Robbers.