Education & Learning

Learning How to Learn teaches students about the importance of both focused concentration and letting their minds wander, how the brain makes connections between different pieces of information, why procrastination is the enemy of problem solving, and much more....

Throughout his young days at school and just afterwards, a number of things happened to Roald Dahl, which made such a tremendous impression he never forgot them....

This easy-to-use Psychology study guide has everything A-level students need to help them get to grips with this fascinating subject.

How to Be a Writer is peppered with nuggets of practical advice for every person who is aspiring to write and be published, all told in Ruskin Bond's characteristic understated, tongue-in-cheek, humorous style....

It’s springtime at Winterhouse, and Elizabeth is settling into the joyful chaos of her new home. But it isn’t long before she and Freddy are drawn into an ominous new mystery....

This hilarious and poignant tween debut about dealing with bullies, making friends, and the power of good books is a great next listen for fans of Merci Suárez Changes Gears and John David Anderson....

Philosophy: A Children's Encyclopedia brings the history of ideas and thinking to life, from metaphysics to moral imperatives....

The first of its kind! This how-to audiobook from two psychology experts will help kids transform stress, worry, and anxiety by uncovering their inner superpowers. Perfect for fans of The Confidence Code for Girls and Raina Telgemeier's Guts....

Under Egypt’s wind-swept sands, mummies and breathtaking treasure await those savvy and daring enough to seek them out....

Adapted from Mother Tongue this book by Bill Bryson tells the story of English, from the first words ever spoken to the very first dictionaries.

In this adventurous guide to remembering what you don’t want to forget, Nelson Dellis, a four-time USA Memory Champion, reveals the secrets to his phenomenal ability to remember almost anything.

Discover what James Patterson calls “the coolest library in the world” in the New York Times bestselling, award-winning Mr. Lemoncello’s Library series!

This book explores the world of Sigmund Freud, who, making it into the author's highly popular series due to his creation of a brand-new branch of medicine called psychoanalysis, introduced the world to such controversial theories as Oedipal complexes, the id, and the ego....

Discover your confidence and ability to talk in a way that will make people listen, with expert advice from a professional voice artist....

There once was a dog with a keen sense of smell. She was known far and wide as Detective Dog Nell....

Orphan Elizabeth Somers’ malevolent aunt and uncle ship her off to the ominous Winterhouse Hotel, owned by the peculiar Norbridge Falls....

Kyle Keeley is the class clown, popular with most kids, (if not the teachers), and an ardent fan of all games: board games, word games, and particularly video games....

Do you have what it takes to be the new owner of Mr. Lemoncello’s epic gaming empire? Find out in this fantabulous finale to the beloved, New York Times Bestselling Mr. Lemoncello's Library series!

Ladybird Audio Adventures is an original series for 4-to 7-year-olds; a new, entertaining and engaging way for children to learn about the world around them....

Everyone's favorite game maker, Mr. Lemoncello, is testing out his new Fabulous Fact-Finding Frenzy game....

What is it that makes YOU want to read a book? Richard Ayoade’s children’s debut gives you all the answers in a way that’s silly, funny, and thoroughly beguiling....

Uncover the ridiculously funny life of teachers (and some things that have nothing to do with teachers but are still splendidly funny) according to James Campbell, comedian extraordinaire....

Looking at the major philosophical theories, The Children's Book of Philosophy brings big ideas within the reach of young minds. It examines the problems that have puzzled people for hundreds, or even thousands, of years, working through them in clear and logical stages.

Five years after the events of Inkdeath, Meggie, Mo, and the people of Ombra lead peaceful lives, their fires warmed by the flames of Dustfinger―the Fire-Dancer. But when Dustfinger spots Orpheus’s glass man within the gates of Ombra, a familiar restlessness begins to haunt him once more.

Best-selling adult author of The Bear and the Nightingale makes her middle-grade debut with a creepy, spellbinding ghost story destined to become a classic....

Das Schulfest auf dem Feuerfelsen steht bevor! Und der kleine Drache muss sich vorher noch einer ganz besonderen Herausforderung stellen: Flugtraining. Ein ehrgeiziges Projekt, bei dem er zum Glück Unterstützung von seinem britischen Freund Robert bekommt. Denn wer fliegen lernen will, braucht dafür auch den richtigen Wortschatz! Wird Kokosnuss sein Flugtraining meistern und am Ende mit den anderen Drachen zum Feuerfelsen fliegen?

This fact-pact and enlightening book covers everything kids need to know about becoming a vet. It also gives a realistic view of what daily life is like as a vet—the challenges and triumphs.

Neftalí siente admiración y curiosidad por todo: los colores del aceite en un charco, un guante perdido, el viento al navegar, el canto de los pájaros. A Neftalí le encanta coleccionar tesoros, soñar despierto y escribir -pasatiempos que su padre piensa que le hacen perder el tiempo. Sin embargo, a pesar de todas las adversidades, el espíritu de Neftali prevalece a pesar de su timidez y la crueldad de su padre hasta llegar a convertirse en uno de los poetas más leídos en todo el mundo, Pablo Neruda. Este libro inspirara' a jóvenes escritores y artistas.

¿Cómo aprenden divirtiéndose los niños y las niñas? Este fascinante libro da respuesta a algunas de las preguntas más interesantes y divertidas que les encanta hacer, por ejemplo: “¿Cómo pueden vivir los camellos en el desierto?” o “¿Cómo respiran los peces bajo el agua?”.

Who do you want to learn about today? This engaging book provides answers to some of the most interesting and entertaining questions that kids love to ask, like, "Who invented the cast?" and "Who flew the first airplane?"

يهدف الكتاب إلى تشجيع الأطفال على الذهاب إلى المدرسة من خلال حكاية شيقة عن الأنشطة الممتعة التي قد يمارسونها في اليوم الدراسي، من لعبٍ مع زملائهم وسائر الأنشطة الأخرى التي تجعل الطفل محبًا للحياة الاجتماعية ومهيئًا لها. كما يحاول الكتاب تحريك خيال الطفل نحو سلوكيات وأنشطة قد تساهم في تحفيزه ودفعه إلى تحسين يومه الدراسي وجعله ممتعًا أكثر. أما أهم ما يميز الكتاب فهو أن مؤلفته طفلةٌ كُرمت في عام 2016 كأصغر مؤلفة إماراتية، ما يجعله ملهمًا لمن يقرؤه من الأطفال.

In 1966, more than 200 courageous Aboriginal people walked off the Wave Hill Cattle Station in the Northern Territory. Led by Vincent Lingiari, these stockmen and their families were walking together to fight for equal pay and land rights. This non-fiction audiobook brings a landmark historical event to a new generation. Many people have seen the iconic photograph of Gough Whitlam pouring a handful of red soil into the hands of Vincent Lingiari – a symbol of the legal transfer of Gurindji land back to the Gurindji people – and recognise this as a key moment in the ongoing land rights movement.

Essie has grown up in the public library, raised in secret by the four librarians who found her abandoned as a baby in the children’s department. With four mothers and miles of books to read, Essie has always been very happy living there. But now that she is eleven, Essie longs for a little more freedom…and maybe a friend her own age. She seems to get her wish when her moms let her go by herself to the mall.

When Orson visits his local library, he likes to sit and read quietly by himself. However, not everyone is on the same page. One day, when the library is buzzing with activities, Orson decides he’s had enough! But as he cools off after an emotional outburst, Orson begins to understand how much the library and its sometimes not-so-quiet community have to offer … and decides to turn things around.

In 1847 an eighteen-year-old immigrant arrived in New York. He had little in his pockets and no knowledge of English. However, by 1874, people throughout the United States knew him as the man who made blue jeans with copper rivets. Even now Levi Strauss's name lives on as a mark of quality and style. In Mr. Blue Jeans, Maryann N. Weidt presents the history of this hardworking man, as he struggles through long, grueling days as a peddler and challenging times as a young businessman.

Pani Panda przygotowała dla przedszkolaków niespodziankę–wycieczkę do biblioteki! Fenek i jego przyjaciele odkryją to wyjątkowe miejsce pełne książek i niesamowitych opowieści. Czym właściwie jest biblioteka? Jak się w niej zachować? Jakie tajemnice skrywają regały pełne książek?

Schnick und Schnuck – Kleine Gedichte für kleine Menschen. Schnick und Schnuck sind kleine Tulpenbrüder, die in einem wunderschönen Garten leben und viele Blumenfreunde haben. Mit ihnen haben sie viel Spaß und feiern auch gerne Feste. Vorab gibt es eine kleine Geschichte, gefolgt von liebevollen, kindgerechten Gedichten, die teilweise mit Geräuschen, wie zum Beispiel das Summen einer Biene untermalt sind. Gedichte spielen eine wichtige Rolle bei der Entwicklung von Kindern. Sie lernen Rhythmus und Reim kennen und können so ihre Sprache und Sprechfähigkeiten erweitern.

As a preteen or young teen girl, you're changing more than ever before—and it's natural to feel a mix of excitement and worry. You're seeing the world in new ways. Your social life has gotten a lot more complicated. And whether you're experiencing the onset of puberty, or have already begun menstruation, the physical changes you're going through can also feel overwhelming. Written by a teen mental health expert, The Middle School Survival Guide for Girls is packed with tips and tools to help you adjust to the pressures of middle school—as well as to your changing mind and body.

Discover ancient language and decipher secret codes on a journey through time, and learn about all the different ways we can send, or receive, a message. With Perky, the expert tour guide, explore the beginnings of language, the first hieroglyphic 'emojis' and even communication in the animal kingdom! Interspersed throughout the journey are Messaging Milestones: fascinating timelines of inventions that changed the world, and Rose's Superstars: a celebration of inspirational heroes, both past and present, from the deaf world - including movie star Millicent Simmonds and stuntwoman Kitty O'Neil.

This book will guide disabled listeners through navigating the move from primary to secondary school, voicing their accessibility needs, finding disabled community and gaining the confidence to stand up for their rights, and for others too. Cathy examines the challenges faced by disabled children, touching gently on issues such as bullying and discrimination, and what to do when people just don’t get it, with comforting and practical advice to help listeners through tough times.