Clive Gifford

Get ready for a record-breaking road trip across the USA! From the world’s biggest bubblegum bubble in Alabama to the planet’s tallest volcanic columns in Wyoming, journey from state to state to uncover an incredible mix of quirky records and outstanding achievements. From the weird to the wonderful (and back again!), these remarkable records span every corner of the country and every kind of curiosity – from natural wonders and historical firsts to sporting triumphs, awe-inspiring individuals and astonishing animals. Inside you’ll discover mind-boggling facts, including: How many surfers can squeeze onto one surfboard Where you can find the world’s sunniest place Who owns the tallest hat ever made Where to meet social media’s most famous cat Which state is home to both the world’s largest pair of scissors AND the biggest dinosaur poo ever found Where the longest pizza ever cooked was made Readers will also explore records that span multiple states, those from US territories and even a few that reach into space! And for aspiring record-setters, there are tips on how to become a record-breaker yourself . . . if you’re up to the challenge. Written by award-winning author Clive Gifford and packed with bright, funny illustrations by Paul Hammond, this book is bursting with fun, facts and US pride. So, as we mark 250 years of US independence, let’s hear it for the States!

Your football heroes - as you've NEVER seen them before! Discover the epic story of Bukayo Saka. Told in comic book panels packed full of exciting illustrations and bursting with stats and facts, no footie fanatic can afford to miss it! From scoring his first England goal at just nineteen, to winning the England Men's Player of the Year award twice in a row, Saka has skill, speed and serious determination. Learn how he bounced back from heartbreak at Euro 2020 to become one of the most feared wingers in the Premier League, get the lowdown on his number 7 shirt, how he earned the nickname 'Starboy' from Arsenal fans and much more in this unmissable graphic novel! Action-packed and easy to read, Epic Football Comics: Bukayo Saka is perfect for any footie-mad fan, whatever their reading ability. Check out the rest of this epic graphic novel series - including Mbappé, Salah and Bellingham - for more books to collect!

Your football heroes - as you've NEVER seen them before! Discover the epic story of Kylian Mbappé. Told in comic book panels packed full of exciting illustrations and bursting with stats and facts, no footie fanatic can afford to miss it! From his early days playing for AS Monaco to winning the World Cup with France, Mbappé is one of the most exciting and dynamic forwards in the world. Learn how he became a teenage sensation, the second-youngest player to score in a World Cup Final (after Pelé), and a multiple-time Ligue 1 champion. Find out what drives this young superstar to achieve greatness in this unmissable graphic novel! Action-packed and easy to read, Epic Football Comics: Kylian Mbappé is perfect for any footie-mad fan, whatever their reading ability. Check out the rest of this epic graphic novel series - including Mbappé, Saka and Bellingham - for more books to collect!

Your football heroes - as you've NEVER seen them before! Discover the epic story of Jude Bellingham. Told in comic book panels packed full of exciting illustrations and bursting with stats and facts, no footie fanatic can afford to miss it! From playing in his first Birmingham City match at just sixteen to becoming the first player to score in their La Liga debut for Real Madrid, Bellingham has repeatedly proven himself to be a world-class midfielder. Learn how he became the youngest ever captain for Borussia Dortmund, the youngest player to score for England at a World Cup and to appear in two Euro finals, as well as much more in this unmissable graphic novel! Action-packed and easy to read, Epic Football Comics: Jude Bellingham is perfect for any footie-mad fan, whatever their reading ability. Check out the rest of this epic graphic novel series - including Mbappé, Salah and Saka - for more books to collect!

Discover a world of fascinating facts and stats about the beautiful game. Dive in and deepen your knowledge! From record-breaking goals to famous football mascots – learn about the funny and extraordinary moments that make football fantastic. This fully illustrated book of trivia takes footie fans on a breathtaking round-the-world tour, visiting every continent to discover incredible football stories, from record-breaking goals, amazing players, and stunning stadiums to weird and wonderful football mascots. The perfect gift for any young fans aged 7+. Kick off your footballing journey and see the world in a whole new light! WITH A FABULOUSLY SHINY FOILED COVER Clive Gifford started writing books at the age of 16 and hasn’t stopped since! He has had over 150 books published, most of which are for children. His books have been nominated for, or won, Royal Society, School Library Association, Blue Peter, Smithsonian and TES awards. Clive lives in Manchester. Tracy Worrall creates her artwork using both digital and traditional media. She produced animations for an award-winning educational television series for the Discovery Channel. Tracy lives in Liverpool.

Whether you're dodging defenders through tricky mazes, scoring goals in word searches or bringing match day to life with your own colours, this football-themed colouring and children’s activity book is packed with fun challenges for every young fan. Packed with footie facts, quizzes, puzzles and travel games, The Football Colouring and Activity Book is the companion for every young player who dreams of becoming an ultimate football hero and of practising free kicks like Cristiano Ronaldo, leading the defence like Lucy Bronze, dribbling like Lionel Messi, striking like Harry Kane or celebrating goals like Mohamed Salah. Full of goal-scoring excitement from kick-off to the final whistle! Perfect for 7 year olds, 8 year olds and 9 year olds, and for any passionate fan of the FIFA World Cup™, UEFA Champions League or Premier League. It’s the perfect football gift to keep the excitement going long after the final whistle. Please note, this book is reusing material from 9781780553054 The Football Colouring Book and 9781780556369 Kick Off! A Football Puzzle Book, but it is fully updated to reflect the current players and the latest World Cups and Euros.

Whether you're dodging defenders through tricky mazes, scoring goals in word searches, or bringing game day to life with your own colors, this soccer-themed coloring and children's activity book is packed with fun challenges for every young fan.Packed with facts, quizzes, puzzles, and travel games, The Soccer Coloring and Activity Book is the perfect companion for every young player who dreams of becoming an ultimate soccer hero and of practicing free kicks like Cristiano Ronaldo, scoring like Alex Morgan, dribbling like Lionel Messi, striking like Harry Kane, or celebrating goals like Mohamed Salah. Full of goal-scoring excitement from kick-off to the final whistle Perfect for 7-9 year olds, and any passionate fan of the FIFA World Cup(TM), UEFA Champions League or Major League Soccer. It's the perfect soccer gift to keep the excitement going long after the final whistle.

En fantastisk bok med häpnadsväckande kartor! Varför är Saharaöknen full av uttorkade floddalar? Vad finns under Antarktis is? Hur många gånger får Schweiz plats i Brasilien? Detta och mycket mer får du svar på i den här boken. Här hittar du kartor om allt från natur och geografi till historia, kultur och astronomi. Du får till exempel veta hur världens sämsta kartor ledde till några av historiens största upptäckter, och var man kan hitta skeppsvrak, romerska skatter, tornados och giftiga djur. Världen i kartor är en annorlunda kartbok som kommer att förändra hur du ser på världen.

Discover the ultimate guide to the world of football with The Football Encyclopedia, featuring a fill-in World Cup 2026 results wallchart.Dive into the latest stats, information, and fascinating facts about the world's biggest sport. Explore profiles of star athletes including Jude Bellingham, Aitana Bonmatí, Erling Haaland, and Bukayo Saka. Track your favourite teams across top leagues including the Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, MLS, and more globally. Gain insights into legendary tournaments and competitions such as the FA Cup, Copa América, FIFA World Cup, and the Women's 2025 EUROs.This edition comes with brand new content on women's football, a rapidly growing sport globally, and is packed with vibrant photos and profiles of past and present superstars from Harry Kane and Mohamed Salah to Kylian Mbappé, Messi, Sam Kerr, and David Beckham. Examine over 50 iconic teams that have enhanced the game, including the England men’s and women’s teams, Brazil, Manchester City, Liverpool, and Real Madrid. Football enthusiasts will access essential details about major tournaments and leagues worldwide, like the English Premier League, UEFA Champions League, and EUROs.Relive the excitement of the beautiful game through dynamic images and artwork that captures iconic movements and goals. Enjoy comprehensive coverage of every football aspect, including rules, skills, fan culture, media, coaches, and tactics. Updated with the latest stats, this detailed reference book is perfect for every football fan.

Roarsome and awesome cats are amongst the most intriguing and much-loved mammals on the planet. With over 40 different species, this book looks at them all, from the smallest, cutest cats to the most powerful cats such as lions, tigers and jaguars.Discover how their fur is important in many different ways. See inside cats to reveal the features that give them their agile movement and hunting prowess. Learn about their paw-fect super senses. Travel back in time to discover the prehistoric sabre-toothed cats. Then discover what you can do to help look after cats at home and in the wild.The colourful and detailed illustrations from Andressa Meissner bring the cats vividly to life. The consultant is the curator of the Big Cat Sanctuary, a UK-based charity established to conserve wild cats globally