OS Explorer Map is the Ordnance Survey's most detailed map & is recommended for anyone enjoying outdoor activities such as walking horse riding & off-road cycling. The series provides complete GB coverage & can now be used in all weathers thanks to OS Explorer Map
- Active a tough versatile version of the OS Explorer Map.
...

Mandy loves animals & knows lots about them too! Both her parents are vets so Mandy is always able to help her friends with their pet problems. New girl Libby is not very happy. Her pet hen Ronda misses her while shes out all day at school & now Rondas stopped eating. Mandy comes up with a plan to cheer them both up & a new family of chicks should do the trick! ...

Topics include anatomy developmental biology ancestry breeding & origins & there is a comprehensive look at chicken behaviour. The books final chapter is devoted to a beautiful visual study of the characteristics of particular breeds providing quick-reference information on husbandry particulars & appearance. ...

Chickens are a fantastic addition to a garden or outdoors space
- you don't have to live in the back of beyond to have a few clucking
...

When Julia Hollander agreed to buy her small daughter a rabbit she had no idea that she would end up with two hens as well. Finding herself at the wrong end of a very steep learning curve she then had to master the many skills of hen husbandry in short order from what to feed them to how best to fox-proof a small urban garden. Chicken Coops for the Soul" is a record of the five years of trial & error that ensued in which Julia charts the joys challenges & inevitable moments of disappointment thyat face any aspiring poultry keeper. Its also a compendium of wisdom about the humble chicken that explains among many other things which breeds are most productive why some hens lay double-yolkers & how we have the Second World War to thank for our ability to tell newly hatched male & female chicks apart. Not to mention a considered discussion of where the first chicken (or egg) came from. Fascinating & entertaining by turns this is a book that will prove invaluable to the aspiring keeper & remind chicken aficionados why they became hooked in the first place." ...

This is a delightful collection of recipes from Weight Watchers. This latest ' Mini Series' is handbag sized & thus perfect to pick up on your way home from work. Small but perfectly formed each book is themed with a selection of recipes for delicious meals that are healthy too. ...

This is a classic story from one of our best-loved authors. Gemma doesn't believe a chicken could have written a book
- chickens
...

Fairy stories & traditional tales have a special place in the life of every child. Trust Ladybird" to bring you all the best-loved titles in our famous small hard-wearing format. " Chicken Licken" is perfect for reading aloud or for older more confident readers to read by themselves. There are 24 " Ladybird Tales" to collect so the only problem is which one to choose first!" ...

Read it Yourself" is a learning to read series of classic traditional stories with four levels of difficulty to suit the stage your child is at with reading. Written in a simple way for young readers they will build their confidence in learning to read as they progress through each level. Familiar fairytales & exciting stories will amuse children & encourage them to progress further with this series & become confident readers. Each book in the Read it yourself with Ladybird series is carefully structured to include many everyday words that are vital for first reading/beginner readers. They also contain clear beautiful pictures for extra support & interest. Extra puzzle questions at the end of each book further help with comprehension. This Read it yourself version of " Chicken Licken" is a level 2 title & so suitable for children who can read short simple sentences with help. The story is told simply with frequent repetition of the main story words & phrases. Trust Ladybird to help your child learn to read & become a confident reader." ...

There are four new titles in the fantastic First Reading" series aimed at children who are beginning to read by themselves. These are collectable editions with hardback bindings & ribbon markers to help foster pride of ownership of a "proper" book. This key series was developed in conjunction with reading expert Allison Kelly a reading expert from Roehampton University. Every title has clear & compelling text that allows children to build their burgeoning reading skills & is accompanied by charming & highly appealing illustrations. They are also lovely for reading aloud to a younger child." ...