Alex Frith

Urkki Kurkkija on palannut - ja nyt on tosi kyseessä! Mikä on Kaksosliiga? Mitä he oikein suunnittelevat? Ja ehtiikö Urkki Kurkkija estää heidän katalat aikeensa ennen kuin on liian myöhäistä? Usbornen klassikkovakooja palaa uuden seikkailun merkeissä! Etsi Urkkia vilkkaalta juna-asemalta, väkijoukkojen täyttämältä karnevaalilta, ostoskeskuksesta, tiedelaboratoriosta - ja tietenkin salaisesta roistoluolasta maan alla. Jokaisella aukeamalla Urkki täytyy paikantaa, mutta se ei vielä riitä. Tiedossa on koodeja murrettavaksi, pulmia ratkaistavaksi ja ilkeitä juonia purettavaksi. Vakoojahommissa tarvitaan tarkkoja silmiä, vikkelää järkeä ja hitusen huumoria. Urkki tarvitsee apuasi! Oletko valmis? Tämä Usbornen tarinallinen etsi ja löydä -pulmanratkaisukirja sijoittuu 1980-luvun klassikkokäsikirjoista tuttuun nostalgiseen visuaaliseen ja tarinalliseen maailmaan. Jos Colin Kingin kuvittamatVakoilijan ja Salapoliisin käsikirjat olivat oman lapsuutesi suosikkeja, lapsesi tulevat vuorostaan rakastamaan tätä kirjaa - siis mikäli maltat itse laskea sen käsistäsi!

Could it ever be possible to turn yourself invisible? What would it feel like? Join the hunt for the world�s first invisible man in this suspenseful retelling of H.G. Well�s dark tale, vividly retold for newly independent readers. Includes links to websites to find out more about H.G. Wells and the science behind his ideas.

Just what goes on behind the screen, beneath the keyboard and inside the electronic 'brain' of a computer? This colourful book has 70 flaps to lift to uncover what happens when a computer is switched on, how coding works and the story of the first computers. A fun and informative introduction to a key UK curriculum topic.

Toot! Toot! The steam train whistles. "Clickety-clack! The freight train rattles. Lift the flaps to discover how trains work, what they do, and where in the world they go. From traditional steam trains to super-fast bullet trains, trams and funicular railways, children will love lifting the flaps to discover how different types of trains work. With lots of fun facts about about the history of train travel and famous trains and railways from around the world. Perfect for any little train enthusiast.

Featuring mazes and logic problems to solve, wordsearches, codes to crack, number puzzles and more, this book is the boredom-buster, ready to use any time you have a spare few moments.

Tells the wonderful, mysterious and often funny stories behind famous inventions. This title features flaps revealing detailed artwork to show the hidden workings inside inventions. It explains the differences between discovery, invention and innovation, and how these three aspects unite.

A retelling of the action-packed story of Heracles as he completes his most famous set of challenges: the Twelve Tasks. It is a new title in "Young Reading Series Two", part of the Usborne Reading Programme. Aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories.

How are plants and animals related? What is the Universe made of? And just what is the big secret behind it all? Find out all about the mysteries which scientists have been exploring for thousands of years.

Buckle up, get ready to LIFT OFF and take a spectacular journey around our Universe with this awe-inspiring space book. You'll find ALL you need to know about space - and more - inside this book packed full of over 5000 fascinating astronomy facts. Did you know that the biggest asteroid is SO big, it's the size of a dwarf planet? Or that if you were to fall into a black hole, you would be stretched out like a string of spaghetti? Read from cover to cover, or dip in and out at random, to discover the wonders of our solar system - and begin to unlock the mysteries of outer space. Bold illustrations combined with dazzling photography make this book the perfect companion for any space enthusiast.

What are ghosts? Why do some people insist they are not real, while so many of us have a story of a spooky encounter in our own lives? Perfect for kids who are just getting into horror, this book investigates ghosts from every angle, with a mix of atmospheric artwork, intriguing photographs, and downright scary illustrations. Read the real stories behind ghosts such as the Flying Dutchman; investigate haunted houses; find out about famous fakes, learn the tricks ghost hunters use to uncover evidence of paranormal activity and the experiments parapsychologists use to ask: are ghosts real, or merely figments of the imagination?

Den stora spionjakten får du följa med Jon Spion och hans agentkollegor på SNOK på ett mycket viktigt uppdrag. Vilka står bakom det mystiska Tvillingsyndikatet och vad vill de? Kommer Jon hinna stoppa deras lömska planer i tid? Håll utkik efter Jon Spion och de andra agenterna i myllret på tågstationen, i gallerian, vetenskapslabbet, den hemliga skurkgrottan och flera andra spännande platser. Dessutom behöver Jon din hjälp med att lösa kluriga gåtor, knäcka koder och lägga pussel för att få fram nya ledtrådar i det luriga fallet. Den stora spionjakten är en kul aktivitetsbok med detaljrika och roliga illustrationer, där man både får följa den spännande historien och själv vara med och lösa fallet genom att lista ut en mängd lagom svåra klurigheter.

Who are the Twindicate? What do they want? And can Si the Spy stop their dastardly plans in time? Usborne's classic spy hero returns in a new adventure! Look out for him in a crowded train station, a thronging carnival, a shopping mall, a science lab and of course a secret underground villain lair. As well as spotting our hero on every page, he'll need your help cracking codes, solving puzzles and unravelling fiendish conundrums to get to the bottom of an international crime conspiracy.

Did you know that mammoths and pharaohs walked the earth at the same time? Or that over 30 types of gladiators fought in ancient Rome? This fascinating book is filled with 100 historical facts, bright, infographic-style illustrations, a glossary and index. There are also links to specially selected websites with video clips and more information.

En perfekt faktabok för den kunskapstörstande! Visste du att det tog två år att tillverka en bok innan tryckpressen uppfanns eller att vikingarna åkte mer skidor än de krigade? Visste du att det finns fler pyramider i Centralamerika än i Egypten eller att en tulpanlök kostade mer än en herrgård på 1600-talet? Visste du att en av Kinas största dynastier grundades av en bonde som blev kejsare eller att mammutar och egyptiska faraoner levde under samma tidsperiod? Detta och mycket mer kan du läsa om i denna spännande och lärorika faktabok om historia.

An insightful look at the beliefs, history and customs of the major world religions. With over 70 flaps to lift, readers can discover key facts about each religion, differing ideas about God, worship and prayer and colourful festivals and celebrations. Includes Quicklinks to websites with video clips that bring each religion to life.

Three dramatically illustrated stories about Thor, the Norse god of thunder, specially written for readers who are growing in confidence. Thor never backs down from a fight, and can't resist a challenge. Here he wrestles a huge sea serpent, faces a cave full of giants and has to fight a frost giant - without his magical hammer.