What on Earth Books & Britannica Books Fall 2022 Catalog (US)

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Welcome to the What on Earth Books and Britannica Books Children’s Catalog Research has shown that the sooner children are exposed to the sounds and sights of meaningful words and pictures, the better their brains will develop. The experts at Britannica Books are working to create the best resources for the youngest children. That’s why we’re thrilled to present the flagship title for Fall 2022— Britannica’s Baby Encyclopedia for children under three, exploring big ideas from a baby's eye view. This large-format board book covers animals, plants, the body, machines, and more, with over 200 stunning illustrations. Our third title in the best-selling FACTopia! series is Gross FACTopia! Follow the trail of 400 foul facts from rank rodents and gory gastronomy, to people who use poop as makeup! Facts are linked by ingenious trails slithering from topic to topic in stomach-churning ways. Our What on Earth Books imprint launches three new titles. Human Kindness explores heroic acts of generosity, the science of kindness, and how children can prioritize kindness every day. The Longest, Shortest Day explores children’s daily lives around the world through the lens of a single day, June 21st, when there is a solstice. Illustrated by artists from all over the world, who depict their home countries with authority and beauty. Where in the World Are You? is a picture book where readers imagine their own home from different perspectives, by zooming out and back in again. It beautifully captures the spirit of what we believe in at What on Earth Publishing—encouraging children, and their parents, to see the world differently, with interest and wonder. Best wishes, Christopher Lloyd CEO, Founder, What on Earth Publishing

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CONTENTS New Titles Britannica Books Gross FACTopia! Britannica's Baby Encyclopedia

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What on Earth Books Human Kindness Where in the World Are You? The Longest, Shortest Day

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Backlist Britannica Books FACTopia! Series • 5-Minute Really True Stories Series How to Teach Grown-Ups About Pluto • Britannica First Big Book of Why Listified! • Britannica All New Kids' Encyclopedia

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What on Earth Books It's Up to Us • Antarctica Marvelous Lens Series Our Amazing World Series ZOOM Series Earth is Big • The Good Germ Hotel Space Maps • Music Planet SOS • Every Second • Literally Humanimal • Absolutely Everything! Nose Knows • Eye Spy Unseen Worlds • Prehistoric • Ocean Monsters • North America • The Magna Carta Chronicle Explorer! Series State Chronicles Series Timeline Wallbook Series Timeline Posterbook Series Timeline Stickerbook Series

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SEPTEMBER 2022

Gross FACTopia!

NEW TITLES

Follow the Trail of 400 Foul Facts Paige Towler, Illustrated by Andy Smith

ISBN 978-1-913750-68-8

SEP 6th 2022 • US $14.99 / CAN $19.99 • 6 x 8.1 in Hardcover • 208 pp • 8–12 • ISBN 9781913750688

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Did you know that sloths poop only once a week? Or that poop from crocodiles was sometimes used as makeup in ancient Rome? Or that ancient Romans sometimes purchased vials of gladiator sweat? Welcome to Gross FACTopia!, a wonderland of fantastically foul facts, all of which are verified by Encyclopaedia Britannica! Every fact in this book is linked to the next in an ingenious trail of information. Sometimes your path branches and you can catapult forwards or creep backwards to a totally different (but still connected) part of the book. Follow your curiosity (and your nose) through this ridiculously revolting world of facts! JNF016000 / Curiosities & Wonders • JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General JNF021050 / Games & Activities / Questions & Answers

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• The third book in the FACTopia! series, which has sold 50,000 copies to date. • Connects a vast range of topics from history and geography to science and nature in an ingenious web of information. • Features more than 300 fabulously witty color illustrations and photographs.

AUTHOR

Also available in the FACTopia! series—see p. 14

ILLUSTRATOR

Paige Towler is an author and editor based in Washington, D.C. A former editor for National Geographic Kids Books, she writes poetry about animals doing yoga, weird facts about the world, and silly stories about snakes and bats.

Andy Smith is an award-winning illustrator and studied illustration at the University of Brighton and the Royal College of Art, London, UK. His work combines illustration and typography to create images that have a handmade, hand-printed feel, with plenty of humor. He lives by the sea in Hastings, East Sussex, UK. 5


ENC YCLOPEDIA For curious kids aged 0 to 3

Written by SALLY SYMES

Illustrated by HANAKO CLULOW

COVER NOT FINAL

Expert consultant DR AMANDA GUMMER

OCTOBER 2022

Britannica's Baby Encyclopedia For curious kids aged 0 to 3

Sally Symes, Illustrated by Hanako Clulow OCT 4th 2022 • US $25.00 / CAN $33.75 • 8.3 x 11 in Hardcover • 72 pp • 0–3 • ISBN 9781913750800

ISBN 978-1-913750-80-0

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NEW TITLES

The first-ever Britannica Encyclopedia for children under three, in a beautifully illustrated, large-format board book. Baby’s Encyclopedia Britannica explores big ideas through little ones’ eyes. This huge board book covers an enthralling spectrum of topics, including the body (from hairs on your head to ticklish toes!), animals, plants, machines, music, food, and more. Charming illustrations bring each subject to life in a joyful way. Reviewed by child development specialist Dr. Amanda Gummer and subject experts from Britannica, this baby’s encyclopedia is both playful and authoritative. The perfect book to inspire little braniacs! JNF000000 / General • JNF048040 / Reference / Encyclopedias

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• The first-ever Britannica Encyclopedia for babies. • This beautiful large-format board book is perfect for tummy time. • Includes a foreword by child development specialist Dr. Amanda Gummer. • Covers a range of STEAM subjects, including the body, machines, animals, plants, the earth, art, and music. AUTHOR

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Sally Symes worked for many years as a designer of children's books before turning her skills to writing them. She is the author of previous Britannica books, including the Britannica First Big Book of Why. She works from a shed in Sussex, UK, accompanied by her grumpy cat.

Hanako Clulow enjoys drawing simple and bold character designs that appeal to children, and her projects have ranged from board books to illustrated non-fiction books and children’s clothing. Hanako is based in Titirangi, Auckland, New Zealand.

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SEPTEMBER 2022

Human Kindness

True Stories of Compassion and Generosity that Changed the World John Francis, Illustrated by Josy Bloggs

ISBN 978-1-912920-32-7

SEP 6th 2022 • US $19.99 / CAN $26.99 • 10.2 x 11 in Hardcover • 64 pp • 8–12 • ISBN 9781912920327

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NEW TITLES

Be inspired by incredible stories of kindness from around the world, and throughout history. Join John Francis on an exploration of kindnesses, great and small. Learn about Harriet Tubman, who risked her life to help others escape from slavery, the Nomads Clinic, which sends doctors trekking into the Himalayas, and much more. The joyous and awe-inspiring stories in this book will encourage young readers to be kind to others. It’s our planet to share together—let's be kind. JNF007000 / Biography & Autobiography / General • JNF007110 / Biography & Autobiography / Social Activists • JNF053160 / Social Topics / Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance • JNF053200 / Social Topics / Values & Virtues

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• Written by environmentalist, public speaker, and educator John Francis, founder of the environmental awareness organization Planetwalk, author of Planetwalker: 22 Years of Walking. 17 Years of Silence, and advocate for kindness in all aspects of human relationships. • Inspires children to practice kindness in their everyday lives, by being mindful of and kind to themselves and others. • Makes cross-curricular connections across social justice, history, geography, and social-emotional development.

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ILLUSTRATOR

John Francis is an activist, public speaker, and educator who advocates for our planet. He spreads the message that our environment includes the other humans in the world and that we must treat both our Earth and our fellow humans with kindness.

Josy Bloggs began her career as a graphic designer and now works as an illustrator, creating artworks for books and editorial. She uses many creative processes including digital illustration and works with bold color palettes and strong compositions. Josy is based in Yorkshire, UK. 9


SEPTEMBER 2022

Where in the World Are You? Marie G. Rohde

SEP 6th 2022 • US $17.99 / CAN $ 24.50 • 9.4 x 11 in Hardcover • 48 pp • 5–7 • ISBN 9781913750763

ISBN 978-1-913750-76-3

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NEW TITLES

A colorful, joyful, and playful exploration of our world, and our place within it. Where are you in the world? Can you imagine what your home would look like if you saw it from above and zoomed out further, and further, and further. . . ? Join a mischievous pet cat on a journey of discovery that encourages young readers to think about their place in the world. Inspired by the feeling of being trapped inside and imagining the world beyond during the worldwide lockdowns, this enjoyable picture book reminds us that even when we are apart, we are all connected. The world keeps turning, a cat keeps purring, and children will find their happy place in the world. JNF000000 / General • JNF038000 / People & Places / General

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• A charming and beautiful story that encourages young readers to engage with the mischievous pet cat as it explores its place in the world, and in turn think about where they are in the wider world. • Supports early elementary approaches to geography. • Colorful, stylish artwork by author and accomplished illustrator Marie G. Rohde. AUTHOR & ILLUSTRATOR Marie G. Rohde grew up in Sweden, surrounded by books, fabric, artists’ materials, and a mix of different cultures. She studied architecture and loved imagining and illustrating. She relocated to Barcelona, Spain, after becoming spellbound by the culture and vibrant illustration scene there. After finishing her diploma, Marie started an illustrated blog about the fortunes and misfortunes of finding her way in a foreign city. It gathered a dedicated following in the Spanish-speaking world and paved the way for Marie’s illustration and print design career. Her first book Planet SOS has been published in 14 languages and selected by the United Nations for its book club for Sustainable Development. 11


COVER NOT FINAL OCTOBER 2022

The Longest, Shortest Day

How children experience the solstice around the world Jen Breach, Illustrated by 14 illustrators from around the world ISBN 978-1-913750-78-7 OCT 4th 2022 • US $20.99 / CAN $ 28.50 • 9.8 x 10.4 in 9 Hardcover • 64 pp • 7-11 • ISBN 9781913750787

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Explore the daily lives of children around the world through the lens of a single incredible day—June 21st, the solstice. This shining work of creative nonfiction captures a snapshot of children around the world on June 21st, the longest day of the year in the northern hemisphere and the shortest in the southern hemisphere. Descriptions of children's lives at many latitudes, from Norway to China to Australia to Antarctica provide a thought-provoking cultural narrative and a glimpse into how today's children experience one extraordinary (or ordinary) day. JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General • JNF016000 / Curiosities & Wonders • JNF038000 / People & Places / General • JNF051040 / Science & Nature / Astronomy

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• Explains the science, history, and cultural significance of the June 21st solstice • Captures a fascinating global perspective from a unique child's-eye view. • Prompts a conversation about the way children live across the globe. • Each place is illustrated by an artist from that country with affection and expertise. AUTHOR

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Jen Breach is a children's author of fiction and non-fiction. They hold an MFA in Writing for Children and Adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts. They are a mentor for Girls Write Now and The Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP). Jen lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and identifies as queer and non-binary.

Includes 14 illustrators from all over the world including Japan, Argentina, Australia, Indonesia, Nepal, South Africa, Morocco, Turkey, Norway, UK, USA, China, and Nigeria. This wonderful collection of illustrators depicts the people, landscapes, and traditions of their homelands with authority and beauty. 13


FACTopia! Series Return to FACTopia!

Follow the Trail of 400 More Facts Kate Hale • Andy Smith A world of 400 facts, all connected in surprising and hilarious ways! MAR 2022 • US $14.99 / CAN $25.99 • HC 6 x 8.1 in • 208 pp • 8–12 • 9781913750404 JNF000000 / General JNF003000 / Animals / General JNF016000 / Curiosities & Wonders JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General “Books like the excellent FACTopia! by Kate Hale prove the printed word can still bring its A-game to the table” Robin Brooks, GeekDad on FACTopia! ISBN 978-1-913750-40-4

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FACTopia!

Follow the Trail of 400 Facts Kate Hale • Andy Smith Welcome to FACTopia! A wonderland of crazily connected facts. MAY 2021 • US $14.99 / CAN $25.99 • HC 6 x 8.1 in • 208 pp • 8–12 • 9781912920716

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JNF003000 / Animals / General JNF016000 / Curiosities & Wonders JNF038000 / People & Places / General JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General “The trail of interconnected facts is a small piece of genius.” Robin Brooks, GeekDad

ISBN 978-1-912920-71-6

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Scan here to see the animated book trailer!

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5-Minute Really True Series Britannica’s 5-Minute Really True Stories for Family Time 30 Amazing Stories: Featuring baby dinosaurs, helpful dogs, playground science, family reunions, a world of birthdays, and much more!

Alli Brydon, Catherine D. Hughes, and Jackie McCann True stories which reveal the amazing science and history behind family time activities JAN 2022 • US $12.99 / CAN $17.50 • HC 7.8 x 10.5 in • 192 pp • 4–8 • 9781913750381

ISBN 978-1-913750-38-1

JNF069000 / Diversity & Multicultural JNF003330 / Animals / Baby Animals JNF014000 / Cooking & Food JNF038000 / People & Places / General

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5-Minute Really True Stories for Bedtime

30 Amazing Stories featuring frozen frogs, King Tut’s beds, the world’s biggest sleepover, the phases of the Moon, and more!

Sally Symes, Rachel Valentine, Jackie McCann, and Jen Arena Go on a journey of wonder and learning in the 5 minutes before bedtime with this collection of true stories about sleep. OCT 2020 • US $12.99 / CAN $17.50 • HC 7.8 x 10.5 in • 192 pp • 4–8 • 9781912920655 JNF067000 / Bedtime & Dreams JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General JNF025000 / History / General ISBN 978-1-912920-65-5

“This book has 30 amazing 5-minute stories with great illustrations and all facts verified by Britannica... this one’s a winner.” Asia McLain, BuzzFeed

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How to Teach Grown-ups About Pluto

The cutting-edge space science of the solar system Dean Regas • Aaron Blecha A witty guide to Pluto’s discovery and demotion, which puts kids in charge. This book will equip every reader with the latest space science, so they can convince their grown-ups that Pluto is definitely NOT a planet anymore. APR 2022 • US $14.99 / CAN $19.99 • HC 6 x 8.5 in • 112 pp • 8–12 • 9781913750510

ISBN 978-1-913750-51-0

JNF051040 / Science & Nature / Astronomy JNF051010 / Technology / Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science JNF051190 / Science & Nature / History of Science

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Britannica First Big Book of Why Why can’t penguins fly? Why do we brush our teeth? Why does popcorn pop? The ultimate book of answers for kids who need to know WHY!

Sally Symes and Stephanie Drimmer • Kate Slater The definitive and stunningly illustrated question and answer book from Britannica, with answers to more than 100 questions that kids really want to know.

BACKLIST

OCT 2021 • US $25.00 / CAN $33.75 • HC 8.3 x 11 in • 272 pp • 4–8 • 9781913750428 JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General JNF003000 / Animals / General JNF051130 / Technology / Machinery & Tools ISBN 978-1-913750-42-8

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“This authoritative, fully sourced, informative, and positively fun book is filled with facts, all generously illustrated” Reading Rockets, Holiday Buying Guide 2021

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Listified!

Britannica’s 300 lists that will blow your mind Andrew Pettie • Andrés Lozano

Britannica's gloriously geeky guide to the universe, with hundreds of lists that will keep kids and their grown-ups absorbed for hours. SEP 2021 • US $19.99 / CAN $26.99 • HC 7.1 x 11 in • 416 pp • 8–12 • 9781912920754 JNF038000 / People & Places / General JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General JNF025000 / History / General “A treasure trove of fun and fantastic facts!” Michael Morpurgo

ISBN 978-1-912920-75-4

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Britannica All New Kids’ Encyclopedia

What We Know & What We Don’t Christopher Lloyd Foreword by J.E. Luebering A beautifully illustrated, 424-page compendium of knowledge, with more than 100 expert consultants from around the world. OCT 2020 • US $30.00 / CAN $38.99 • HC 8.3 x 11 in • 424 pp • 8–12 • 9781912920488 JNF048040 / Reference / Encyclopedias JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General JNF025000 / History / General ISBN 978-1-912920-48-8

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“This exciting single-volume compendium ranges across time and space, and it’s packed with pictures.” Meghan Cox Gurdon, The Wall Street Journal

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It's Up to Us

Building a Brighter Future for Nature, People & Planet (The Children's Terra Carta)

Christopher Lloyd • Multiple illustrators “Children have a unique curiosity for Nature and for this amazing planet we call home.” – HRH The Prince of Wales FEB 2022 • US $21.99 / CAN $29.99 • HC 10.2 x 11 in • 64 pp • 7–10 • 9781913750565 JNF037020 / Science & Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection JNF065000 / Recycling & Green Living ISBN 978-1-913750-56-5

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“I have been thinking a lot about how I can use art to inspire and educate people about what they can do to take care of the Earth around us, so I was really thrilled to be part of this project.” Harmony Becker, illustrator for It's Up to Us

Antarctica

The Melting Continent Karen Romano Young • Angela Hsieh Explore a frozen continent full of incredible animals, places, people, and stories. APR 2022 • US $24.00 / CAN $32.50 • HC 8.5 x 11 in • 64 pp • 10–14 • 9781913750534

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JNF038090 / People & Places / Polar Regions JNF003000 / Animals / General JNF037020 / Science & Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection “[The author's] engaging style of writing combines her personal narrative with facts about people, animals and, of course, the land itself.” Youth Services Book Review—Starred Review ISBN 978-1-913750-53-4

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Marvelous Magic Lens Series Marvelous Body

A Magic Lens Book Jane Wilsher • Andrés Lozano Reveal the incredible inner workings of the human body. JUN 2022 • US $19.99 / CAN $26.99 • HC/Novelty 9.8 x 9.8 in • 48 pp • 7–11 • 9781913750589

JNF013110 / Concepts / Body JNF051030 / Science & Nature / Anatomy & Physiology JNF024000 / Health & Daily Living / General ISBN 978-1-913750-58-9

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Marvelous Machines A Magic Lens Book

Jane Wilsher • Andrés Lozano Use the Magic Lens to reveal the inner workings of the machines all around us. FEB 2021 • US $19.99 / CAN $26.99 • HC/Novelty 9.8 x 9.8 in • 48 pp • 7–11 • 9781912920204

JNF051120 / Technology / How Things Work-Are Made JNF051130 / Technology / Machinery & Tools JNF021000 / Games & Activities / General ISBN 978-1-912920-20-4

“Just the ticket for mechanically curious kids.” Kirkus Reviews

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Amazing World Series Amazing Animals

100+ Creatures That Will Boggle Your Mind Sabrina Weiss • Paul Daviz Record breaking tongues, playful dolphins, sleepy koalas—animals come in all sorts of weird and wonderful shapes and sizes. FEB 2022 • US $24.00 / CAN $32.50 • HC 10.2 x 11 in • 64 pp • 7–11 • 9781912920365 JNF003000 / Animals / General JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General JNF051150 / Science & Nature / Zoology ISBN 978-1-912920-36-5

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Amazing Rivers

100+ Waterways That Will Boggle Your Mind Julie Vosburgh Agnone • Kerry Hyndman A fact-filled, colorful celebration of Earth's waterways. Discover religious celebrations, stunning waterfalls, and weird wildlife. AUG 2021 • US $24.00 / CAN $32.50 • HC 10.2 x 11 in • 64 pp • 7–11 • 9781912920266

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ISBN 978-1-912920-26-6

JNF051180 / Science & Nature / Earth Sciences /Geography JNF037070 / Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / Water (Oceans, Lakes, etc.) JNF003000 / Animals / General

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Amazing Treasures

100+ Objects and Places That Will Boggle Your Mind David Long • Studio Muti Discover 100+ of the world's most extraordinary human-made and natural treasures, objects, and places. FEB 2021 • US $24.00 / CAN $32.50 • HC 10.2 x 11 in • 64 pp • 7–11 • 9781912920501

ISBN 978-1-912920-50-1

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JNF025020 / History / Ancient JNF066000 / Pirates JNF006040 / Art / History JNF052010 / Social Science / Archaeology “The illustrations are bright and engaging... A fun book for historians and treasure hunters alike.” Stephanie Tournas, Youth Services Book Review

Amazing Islands

100+ Places That Will Boggle Your Mind Sabrina Weiss • Kerry Hyndman A fact-filled, colorful celebration of island wildlife, history, and culture, with volcanoes, rainforests, Komodo dragons, and more! JUN 2020 • US $24.00 / CAN $32.50 • HC 10.2 x 11 in • 64 pp • 7–11 • 9781912920167

ISBN 978-1-912920-16-7

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JNF051180 / Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / Geography JNF003150 / Animals / Marine Life JNF037070 / Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / Water (Oceans, Lakes, etc.) “A beautifully illustrated book, chock full of valuable information about islands around the world.” Beth Rogers, YA and Kids’ Books Central

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ZOOM Series ZOOM Construction Site Adventure Susan Hayes • Susanna Rumiz NOV 2021 • US $14.99 / CAN $19.99 • Boardbook 5.9 x 6.7 in • 36 pp • 1–3 • 9781912920426 JNF057030 / Transportation / Cars & Trucks

"Another delightful edition in the Zoom series of board books. YA Books Central ISBN 978-1-912920-42-6

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ZOOM Farm Adventure Susan Hayes • Aviel Basil NOV 2021 • US $14.99 / CAN $19.99 • Boardbook 5.9 x 6.7 in • 36 pp • 1–3 • 9781912920440 JNF003080 / Animals / Farm Animals

"Colorful, bright illustrations show a little boy loving his farm experience Youth Services Book Review

ISBN 978-1-912920-44-0

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ZOOM Rainforest Adventure Susan Hayes • Susanna Rumiz

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APR 2021 • US $14.99 / CAN $19.99 • Boardbook 5.9 x 6.7 in • 36 pp • 1–3 • 9781912920402 JNF003080 / Animals / Farm Animals JNF003300 / Animals / Jungle Animals JNF037040 / Science & Nature / Trees & Forests JNF003320 / Animals / Nocturnal

“These books are perfect for young children between the ages of birth and three years old.”

Kristin Guay, Youth Services Book Review

ISBN 978-1-912920-40-2

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ZOOM Dinosaur Adventure Susan Hayes • Sam Rennocks APR 2021 • US $14.99 / CAN $19.99 • Boardbook 5.9 x 6.7 in • 36 pp • 1–3 • 9781912920464 JNF057030 / Transportation / Cars & Trucks JNF003050 / Animals / Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures JNF037050 / Science & Nature / Fossils

“Take[s] children on a wonderful journey where they encounter unique animals and see beautiful habitats.” Kristin Guay, Youth Services Book Review ISBN 978-1-912920-46-4

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ZOOM Space Adventure Susan Hayes • Susanna Rumiz OCT 2020 • US $14.99 / CAN $19.99 • Boardbook 5.9 x 6.7 in • 36 pp • 1–3 • 9781999967987 JNF051010 / Technology / Aeronautics & Space Science JNF051040 / Science & Nature / Astronomy

“This spectacular space jaunt is a top-tier blend of adventure and information, creatively conveyed. Kirkus Reviews—Starred Review

ISBN 978-1-9999679-8-7

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ZOOM Ocean Adventure Susan Hayes • Sam Rennocks OCT 2020 • US $14.99 / CAN $19.99 • Boardbook 5.9 x 6.7 in • 36 pp • 1–3 • 9781999968007 JNF003150 / Animals / Marine Life JNF037070 / Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / Water

“Thrilling undersea expedition. Absolutely stellar.” Kirkus Reviews

ISBN 978-1-9999680-0-7

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Earth is Big

A Book of Comparisons Steve Tomecek • Marcos Farina Find out how unique planet Earth really is in this eye-catching book of comparisons. SEP 2021 • US $24.00 / CAN $32.50 • HC 10.1 x 12.6 in • 48 pp • 7–11 • 9781912920341 JNF051180 / Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / Geography JNF051040 / Science & Nature / Astronomy JNF051150 / Science & Nature / Zoology

ISBN 978-1-912920-34-1

“Concrete examples and colorful, stylish (and stylized) illustrations . . . This book would appeal to readers who love almanacs and Guinness World Records-types compendiums!” Youth Services Book Review

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The Good Germ Hotel

Meet Your Body’s Marvelous Microbes Kim Sung-hwa and Kwon Su-jin • Kim Ryung-eon Name In a world of COVID-19, bad germs and bacteria are all around us. But, not all germs are bad!

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MAR 2021 • US $17.99 / CAN $24.50 • HC 8.3 x 10.4 in • 48 pp • 6–9 • 9781913750169 JNF051030 / Science & Nature / Anatomy & Physiology JNF024020 / Health & Daily Living / Diseases, Illnesses & Injuries JNF051050 / Science & Nature / Biology ISBN 978-1-913750-16-9

“A welcome, kid-friendly addition to the growing selection of popular science on the microbiome.” Kirkus Reviews

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Space Maps

Your Tour of the Universe Lara Albanese • Tommaso Vidus Rosin Take a journey through space as you study the stars and constellations before venturing out into the solar system and beyond SEP 2020 • US $30.00 / CAN $39.99 • HC 10.6 x 14.6 in • 96 pp • 8–12 • 9781912920563 JNF051040 / Science & Nature / Astronomy JNF051010 / Technology / Aeronautics, Astronautics & Space Science JNF057010 / Transportation / Aviation

ISBN 978-1-912920-56-3

“Space Maps is a seriously cool oversized book with tons of information about the universe, planets, stars, our exploration, and more.” Olivia Farr, YA and Kids’ Books Central

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Music

A Fold-Out Graphic History Nicholas O’Neill and Susan Hayes • Ruby Taylor Follow this unique 8-foot fold-out timeline through the history of music NOV 2020 • US $19.99 / CAN $26.99 • HC 9.8 x 11.6 in • 22 pp • 10–14 • 9781999967949 JNF036020/ Music / History JNF069000 / Diversity & Multicultural

ISBN 978-1-9999679-4-9

“Short but pithy blurbs accompany the visuals. Many people of color are represented. It’s an all inclusive visual treat!” Youth Services Book Review

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Planet SOS

22 Modern Monsters Threatening Our Environment (and What You Can Do to Defeat Them!) Marie G. Rohde An illustrated call to action for eco-heroes of all ages. APR 2020 • US $24.00 / CAN $32.50 • HC 9.4 x 11.8 in • 60 pp • 8-12 • 9781912920228 JNF036020/ Music / History JNF069000 / Diversity & Multicultural

ISBN 978-1-912920-22-8

“Planet SOS is a creative, lively, and brilliantly illustrated introduction to some of the greatest threats facing the Earth today! Highly recommended.” Midwest Book Review

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Every Second

100 Lightning Strikes, 8,000 Scoops of Ice Cream, 200,000 Text Messages, 1 Million Gallons of Cow Burps...and Other Incredible Things That Happen Each Second Around the World

Bruno Gibert This striking portrait of our world by the numbers makes statistics fun and accessible to children and their grown-ups

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MAY 2021 • US $21.99 / CAN $28.50 • HC 7.7 x 11 in • 56 pp • 5-10 • 9781912920303 JNF016000 / Curiosities & Wonders JNF051080 / Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / General JNF013030 / Concepts / Counting & Numbers ISBN 978-1-912920-30-3

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“Colorful, bold graphic illustrations punctuate the statistics cited with sources noted at the end. The eye-popping numbers and images are sure to ignite wonder if not curiosity.” Reading Rockets

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Literally

Amazing Words and Where They Come From Patrick Skipworth • Nicholas Stevenson A stunning nonfiction picture book about the global diversity hidden in the English language. MAY 2020 • US $18.99 / CAN $25.99 • HC 10.8 x 10.4 in • 32 pp • 6-11 • 9781912920181

ISBN 978-1-912920-18-1

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JNF069000 / Diversity & Multicultural JNF029040 / Language Arts / Vocabulary & Spelling JNF038000 / People & Places / General “The accomplished, striking, and vividly colored two-page spreads that cunningly work each word into the overall design of an illustration are the real draw.” Kirkus Reviews

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Humanimal

Incredible Ways Animals are Just Like Us! Christopher Lloyd • Mark Ruffle A fascinating book uncovering the curious connections between humans and other animals. NOV 2019 • US $19.99 / CAN $29.99 • HC 10.2 x 11 in • 48 pp • 7–11 • 9781912920013 JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General JNF051150 / Science & Nature / Zoology JNF003000 / Animals / General ISBN 978-1-912920-01-3

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“Filled with fascinating, true-to-life vignettes revealing that animals might not be so different from humans after all. Highly recommended, especially for school and library nonfiction picture book collections.” Midwest Book Review

Absolutely Everything!

A History of Earth, Dinosaurs, Rulers, Robots and Other Things Too Numerous to Mention

Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw The most remarkable true stories of all time brought vividly to life in this history of absolutely everything!

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OCT 2018 • US $21.99 / CAN $29.95 • HC 7.2 x 9.8 in • 352 pp • 7–11 • 9781999802837 JNF051190 / Science & Nature / History of Science JNF061010 / Technology / Inventions JNF025000 / History / General

ISBN 978-1-9998028-3-7

“Absolutely wonderful! I wish they’d had books like this when I was young.” Anthony Horowitz

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Nose Knows

Wild Ways Animals Smell the World Emmanuelle Figueras • Claire de Gastold Lift the flaps to reveal the hidden side to our world only perceptible through smell OCT 2019 • US $21.99 / CAN $29.95 • HC 9.6 x 13 in • 38 pp • 7–11 • 9781912920075 JNF051150 / Science & Nature / Zoology JNF003000 / Animals / General JNF013060 / Concepts / Senses & Sensation “A snootful of information independent readers and scientifically inclined preschoolers will enjoy.”

Publishers Weekly

ISBN 978-1-912920-07-5

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Eye Spy

Wild Ways Animals See the World Guillaume Duprat A truly eye-opening experience guaranteed to fuel and satisfy the curiosity of any animal lover OCT 2018 • US $21.99 / CAN $29.95 • HC 9.6 x 13 in • 36 pp • 7–11 • 9781999802851 JNF051150 / Science & Nature / Zoology JNF003000 / Animals / General JNF013060 / Concepts / Senses & Sensation “Eye-widening indeed—in design as well as topic.” Kirkus Reviews

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Unseen Worlds

Real-Life Microscopic Creatures Hiding All Around Us Hélène Rajcak and Damien Laverdunt Travel to locations both familiar and strange as you search for the smallest creatures on Planet Earth. You’ll never see the world the same way again! OCT 2019 • US $21.99 / CAN $29.99 • HC 9 x 11.5 in • 36 pp • 9-11 • 9781999968014 JNF003000 / Animals / General JNF003120 / Animals / Insects, Spiders, etc. JNF051150 / Science & Nature / Zoology

ISBN 978-1-9999680-1-4

“This title is a work of art recommended for readers curious about the microscopic world that exists everywhere, from the ocean floor to our beds. Recommended for all libraries.” Ragan O’Malley, School Library Journal

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Prehistoric

Dinosaurs, Megalodons, and Other Fascinating Creatures of the Deep Past Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld • Julius Csotonyi

Travel back hundreds of millions of years, stopping in frozen ice ages, lush prehistoric rainforests, and ancient oceans along the way.

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SEP 2019 • US $18.99 / CAN $25.99 • HC 8.5 x 11 in • 48 pp • 7-10 • 9781912920051 JNF003050 / Animals / Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures JNF013080 / Concepts / Date & Time JNF051080 / Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / General ISBN 978-1-912920-05-1

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“Bright images and vivid descriptions provide a compelling resource for readers with an interest in prehistory.”

Publishers Weekly

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Ocean

Secrets of the Deep Sabrina Weiss • Giulia De Amicis The perfect gift for children fascinated by ocean creatures, habitats and conservation APR 2019 • US $21.99 / CAN $26.95 • HC 8.5 x 11.6 in • 72 pp • 8-12 • 9781999968076 JNF003150 / Animals / Marine Life JNF037020 / Science & Nature / Environmental Conservation & Protection JNF037070 / Science & Nature / Earth Sciences / Water (Oceans, Lakes, etc.)

“A great title for readers who are curious about the ocean and who like to browse and explore; each page is full of basic information and numerous helpful and interesting facts.” School Library Connection

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Monsters

A Magic Lens Hunt for Creatures of Myth, Legend, Fairy Tale, and Fiction Céline Potard • Sophie Ledesma Investigate haunted castles, spooky forests, and even outer space with a monsterrevealing magic lens! MAY 2019 • US $21.99 / CAN $29.95 • HC 9.4 x 12.2 in • 32 pp • 6–10 • 9781999968069 JNF052030 / Social Science / Folklore & Mythology JNF016000 / Curiosities & Wonders JNF001000 / Activity Books ISBN 978-1-9999680-6-9

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“This survey of monsters from folklore, literature and the movies is both informative and interactive.” Financial Times, Summer Books of 2019: Picture Books

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North America

A Fold-Out Graphic History Sarah Albee • William Exley A richly illustrated, foldout graphic history of the United States, Mexico, and the islands of the Caribbean OCT 2019 • US $19.99 / CAN $26.95 • HC 9.8 x 11.6 in • 22 pp • 8–14 • 9781999967925 JNF025170 / History / United States / General JNF025080 / History / Canada / General JNF025050 / History / Exploration & Discovery

ISBN 978-1-9999679-2-5

“This title covers a lot of information. Each spread contains many important historical events from all over the continent.” School Library Journal

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The Magna Carta Chronicle

A Young Person’s Guide to 800 Years in the Fight for Freedom Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw Explore the fight for freedom, from the Magna Carta to today, with this visually stunning timeline of key moments in civil rights! APR 2015 • US $12.99 / CAN $17.50 • PB 8.6 x 11.7 in • 32pp • 8–12 • 9780993019913 JNF025070 / History / Europe

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Explorer Series Explorer Plants! Nick Forshaw • William Exley This fascinating book features more than 100 plants from around the world, with a 6-foot fold-out timeline. MAR 2019 • US $14.95 / CAN $19.95 • HC 9.4 x 9.4 in • 46 pp • 7-11 • 9780995577084 JNF037030 / Science & Nature / Flowers & Plants JNF037040 / Science & Nature / Trees & Forests “Vivid illustrations and comprehensible narration will catch and retain children’s attention.” Glass of Wine, Glass of Milk

Explorer Bugs! Nick Forshaw • William Exley Leave no stone unturned with our explorer to uncover the fascinating world of bugs includes 6-foot fold-out timeline. APR 2018 • US $14.95 / CAN $19.95 • HC 9.4 x 9.4 in • 46 pp • 7-11 • 9780995577060 JNF003120 / Animals / Insects, Spiders, etc. “Fun and full of interesting facts.” Booklist

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Explorer Mammals! Nick Forshaw • William Exley A fascinating guide to more than 100 mammals, with a 6-foot fold-out timeline MAR 2019 • US $14.95 / CAN $19.95 • HC 9.4 x 9.4 in • 46 pp • 7-11 • 9780995577077 JNF003050 / Animals / Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures JNF003140 / Animals / Mammals JNF051150/ Science & Nature / Zoology “The most exciting feature of the books is a 6-foot long foldout timeline jammed full of illustrations of mammals throughout history” BayViews Journal, Association of Children's Librarians

Explorer Dinosaurs! Nick Forshaw • William Exley Unfold an epic 6-foot long timeline featuring more than 100 dinosaurs from their first appearance about 230 million years-ago through to their living descendants, the birds, today. APR 2019 • US $14.95 / CAN $19.95 • HC 9.4 x 9.4 in • 46 pp • 7-11 • 9780995577053 JNF003050 / Animals / Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures ISBN 978-0-9955770-5-3

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The State Chronicles Series The Massachusetts Chronicles

The History of Massachusetts from Earliest Times to the Present Day Mark Skipworth, Linda Coombs, Christopher Lloyd Developed in partnership with Plymouth 400, features a photographic timeline and over 60 newspaper-style stories, each one written as if the event has just happened. SEP 2020 • US $14.95 / CAN $19.99 • HC 8.5 x 11 in • 54 pp • 9-14 • 9781999802806 JNF025180 / History / United States / State & Local JNF018040 / People & Places / United States / Native American ISBN 978-1-9998028-0-6

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“A teaching tool for what’s going on in our nation today.” Michele Pecoraro, Executive Director of Plymouth 400

The Texas Chronicles

The History of Texas from Earliest Times to the Present Day Mark Skipworth, and Christopher Lloyd Published in association with the Bullock Texas State History Museum - includes a six-foot fold-out timeline highlighting 100 key moments in Texas history.

BACKLIST

JUL 2019 • US $19.99 / CAN $26.95 • HC 8.5 x 11 in • 42 pp • 9-12 • 9781999802875 JNF025180 / History / United States / State & Local JNF038100 / People & Places / United States / General JNF052020 / Social Science / Customs, Traditions, Anthropology 9 781999 802875

“Beautifully designed… The writing brings the events to life.” ALA Booklist

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The Illinois Chronicles

The Story of the State of Illinois from its Birth to the Present Day Mark Skipworth, and Christopher Lloyd In celebration of its official Bicentennial year, take a trip through the incredible history of Illinois with this fascinating timeline book that brings to life 200 years of the State’s history. FEB 2018 • US $14.95 / CAN $19.95 • HC 8.5 x 11 in • 42 pp • 9-12 • 9781995577015

ISBN 978-0-9955770-1-5

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JNF038100 / People & Places / United States / General JNF025210 / History / United States / 20th Century “The learning opportunities may be used as launching points for future learning for years to come.” Illinois State Board of Education

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Timeline Wallbook Series The Big History Timeline Wallbook Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw Explore the world from the beginning of time until the present, in this amazing, over-sized timeline book that brings history to life! SEP 2017 • US $19.95 / CAN $26.95 • HC • 7-11 10.6 x 14.2 in • 18pp/timeline • 9780993284724 JNF038000 / People & Places / General JNF025000 / History / General Created in association with

ISBN 978-0-9932847-2-4

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The Science Timeline Wallbook Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw Uncover the most amazing moments in scientific and technological discovery in this fascinating, over-sized timeline reference. AUG 2017 • US $19.95 / CAN $26.95 • HC • 7-11 10.6 x 14.2 in • 18pp/timeline • 9780993284755

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JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General JNF061000 / Technology / General “I liked the alternative book format, combining a ‘newspaper/chronicle format’ … Motivated readers can evaluate their knowledge with a quiz at the end.” Youth Services Book Review

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The Nature Timeline Wallbook Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw Explore nature's history with the most visually stunning timeline of life on earth ever created. JUL 2017 • US $19.95 / CAN $26.95 • HC • 7-11 10.6 x 14.2 in • 18pp/timeline • 9780993284731 JNF003000 / Animals / General JNF007090 / Biography & Autobiography / Science & Technology JNF051190 / Science & Nature / History of Science

ISBN 978-0-9932847-3-1

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Timeline Posterbook Series The Sports Timeline Posterbook

Unfold the Story of Sports - from the Ancient Olympics to the Present Day! Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw APR 2017 • US $49.95 / CAN $66.95 • HC 15 x 21 in • 8pp timeline • 7-11 • 9780995482074 JNF025000 / History / General JNF054000 / Sports & Recreation / General

ISBN 978-0-9954820-7-4

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Timeline Posterbook Series (continued) The Shakespeare Timeline Posterbook

Unfold the Complete Plays of Shakespeare—One Theater, Thirtyeight Dramas! Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw APR 2017 • US $49.95 / CAN $66.95 • HC 15 x 21 in • 8pp timeline • 7-11 • 9780995482081 JNF025000 / History / General JNF017000 / Drama JNF034000 / Literary Criticism & Collections

ISBN 978-0-9954820-8-1

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The Nature Timeline Posterbook

Unfold the Story of Nature - from the Dawn of Life to the Present Day! Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw JUL 2017 • US $49.95 / CAN $66.95 • HC 15 x 21 in • 8pp timeline • 7-11 • 9780995482043

BACKLIST

JNF003000 / Animals / General JNF051100 / Science & Nature / Environmental Science & Ecosystems JNF051190 / Science & Nature / History of Science

ISBN 978-0-9954820-4-3

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The Science Timeline Posterbook

Unfold the Story of Inventions from the Stone Age to the Present Day! Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw AUG 2017 • US $49.95 / CAN $66.95 • HC 15 x 21 in • 8pp timeline • 7-11 • 9780995482067 JNF025080 / History / Exploration & Discovery JNF051190 / Science & Nature / History of Science JNF061010 / Technology / Inventions

ISBN 978-0-9954820-6-7

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The Big History Timeline Posterbook

Unfold the History of the Universe from the Big Bang to the Present Day! Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw SEP 2017 • US $49.95 / CAN $66.95 • HC 15 x 21 in • 8pp timeline • 7-11 • 9780995482036 JNF025000 / History / General JNF048000 / Reference / General JNF051190 / Science & Nature / History of Science

ISBN 978-0-9954820-3-6

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Timeline Stickerbook Series The Shakespeare Timeline Stickerbook Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw Build you own timeline of all of Shakespeare’s plays with this amazing stickerbook that brings his thirty-eight dramas to life OCT 2017 • US $9.95 / CAN $13.95 • PB 7.9 x 10.6 in • 24 pp • 3-6 • 9780995576681 JNF001000 / Activity Books / General JNF017000 / Drama

ISBN 978-0-9955766-8-1

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The Big History Timeline Stickerbook Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw Build your own timeline, and unfold the story of the universe, with this amazing stickerbook that brings history to life! OCT 2017 • US $9.95 / CAN $13.95 • PB 7.9 x 10.6 in • 24 pp • 3-6 • 9780995576650

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JNF001000 / Activity Books / General JNF025000 / History / General

ISBN 978-0-9955766-5-0

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The Science Timeline Stickerbook Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw The amazing story of science and engineering from the Stone Age to today! OCT 2017 • US $9.95 / CAN $13.95 • PB 7.9 x 10.6 in • 24 pp • 3-6 • 9780995576674 JNF001000 / Activity Books / General JNF051190 / Science & Nature / History of Science JNF061010 / Technology / Inventions

ISBN 978-0-9955766-7-4

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The Nature Timeline Stickerbook Christopher Lloyd • Andy Forshaw Build you own timeline, and unfold the story of life on earth, with this amazing sticker book that brings the natural world to life! OCT 2017 • US $9.95 / CAN $13.95 • PB 7.9 x 10.6 in • 24 pp • 3-6 • 9780995576667 JNF001000 / Activity Books / General JNF025000 / History / General JNF051000 / Science & Nature / General

ISBN 978-0-9955766-6-7

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