Let your imagination go wild with these booklets teaching you how to explore the insect world! Theres an activity guide packed with activities to inspire you to become a good investigator. These kits are specially designed to educate engage & entertain whilst encouraging active conservation & exploration of our natural world! Box contains:-2 x Shallow Specimen Pots- Disposable Gloves- 2 x Paintbrushes- Tumble Tray- pooter- Notebook- Kit Guide- Insect ID Guide- Activity Booklet ...

The Bugatti Veyrons statistics are mind-boggling: 0-60mph in 2.5 seconds; a top speed of 253 mph; tyres that cost GBP 20 000 a set & an engine with ten radiators & four turbos; a launch control system taken from F1 & even windscreen wipers that create sizeable downforce.. .all delivered complete with a high-end stereo system luxurious leather seats & air-conditioning. It was a feat of engineering grandiosity that in automotive terms rivals the achievements of the great 19th Century industrialists. In A Quest for Perfection" no. 1 bestselling author Martin Roach sets out to track down the mythical beast that is a Bugatti Veyron
- & ultimately attempts to drive one. He traces the genesis of this remarkable machine through Bugattis long & glorious early days & then through its more turbulent modern era. Travelling to the top secret Bugatti Research & Development workshop in Germany touring the factory & chateau in France where these stunning cars are h&-built interviewing famous engineers super-rich owners & automotive presidents as well as a host of other expert eye-witnesses to this unique cars many achievements Roach ponders this mechanical whirlwind & in so doing has written a page-turning study of a modern masterpiece. " Bugatti Veyron: A Quest for Perfection" discovers & unravels the enigma that is this remarkable car. Part-history part-personal obsession part-travelogue part-humorous quest altogether a book that will appeal to both fans of cars & serious petrol-heads " Top Gear" viewers as well as anyone who has ever raised an eyebrow as a shiny piece of metal on four wheels drives past in the street. For the first time Bugatti has allowed access to the Veyrons Chief Engineer designers test drivers archivists the Bugatti factory photographers & the President of Bugatti himself."
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One of Usbornes most enduring & well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated & has a striking new cover. It makes perfect companions for enthusiasts keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world with full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title that have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. It provides ideal field guides for both children & adults & incredible value for your money. ...

As with Flora & Birds" " Bugs" is not a biological guide but a richly-illustrated cultural one seen through the eyes of writers musicians artists & naturalists
- from the great Tudor naturalist Thomas Muffet (father of Little Miss Muffet) to Irvine Welshs talking tapeworm in Filth
- as well as contributions by ordinary men & women who are fascinated by creepy-crawlies of all kinds. The book is structured along a roughly evolving path from simple cell life-forms
- amoeba worms crustaceans (proof say the authors of just how far you can go on very little)
- to bugs we all might recognise
- spiders butterflies bees
- & back into the water to meet molluscs & almost-fish. The book works so triumphantly because author Peter Marren has examined bugs in the dusty corners of our houses & gardens as well as traversing mountains lakes & fields. In addition to the fascinating habits of the bug world he also

Includes:: the eccentric behaviour of the bug obsessives themselves. But of course the true heroes of the book are the bugs themselves: the nimble-dicks clock ladies & coffin-cutters. From the Boring Sponge (its official name!) to the Mermaids Glove & Penis Worm via the glamourous Dark Crimson Underwing & Ruby-Tailed Wasp
- this rich compendium of bugs is a must not only for naturalists but for anyone who cares about the crawling buzzing swarms at our feet."








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DK Readers" will help your child learn to read & encourage a life-long love of reading whilst learning about the world of Bugs! Bugs! Bugs!. Encourage your child to read. They will discover all about the creepy crawly world of bugs from grasshoppers to ladybirds & insects to arachnids. "DK Readers" are part of a five-level highly pictorial reading scheme which uses lively illustrations & engaging stories to encourage reading. Level 2 Readers have long sentences increased vocabulary information boxes & a simple index. Read them together with children who are beginning to read alone & with early or reluctant readers." ...

Often found abandoned at the back of factories at dumps or even in skips the humble pallet for many practically minded people represents a huge source of inspiration as well as a challenge. When skilfully broken down into timber & smartened up they can be re-fashioned into beautiful chairs tables fences gates chicken arks planters sheds decking cladding & many other functional items. Build It!... With Pallets" part of the " Build It!" series illustrates the very best techniques for breaking down the pallets safely. The author then discusses the best ways to refurbish the wood & provides over 20 plans for tables fences chairs planters & other items of indoor & outdoor furniture. This book is the ideal companion for those who views towers of pallets not as an eyesore but as an inspiration & an economical source of wood making them the ultimate recycling solution." ...

Build Mobile Websites & Apps for Smart Devices is a practical guide for front-end web designers & developers. Youll discover a fun & fresh approach to mobile web design & development with enormous scope for opportunity. Mobile web development is changing rapidly with a greater emphasis on modern touch-screen smartphones. By following the advice in this book you can be sure youre learning the skills you need to make the most of this new technology. Youll learn how to: * Design effective interfaces for modern devices * Use HTML5 & CSS3 to build fast responsive layouts that look great on every device * Use Java Script to create a native feel with transitions touch & swipe events animations & more * Introduces Phone Gap & shows readers how to add native functionally to their web app with ease * Leverage APIs to take advantage of built-in device functionality * Use Phone Gap to turn your web app into a native app for i OS Android Black Berry & other platforms-and sell it online & lots more... ...

Book flashcards & audio CD. Build your Arabic Vocabulary" is a new & engaging way for learners of Arabic to expand their active vocabulary & move to the next level of sophistication. The material is also an invaluable tool for exam preparation.

Features: 1000s of key Arabic vocabulary items -- Core vocabulary: nouns with their plurals verbs & adjectives. Plus additional "further vocabulary sections"; Lively illustrations & design -- Photos & illustrations put the words in context; 16 topics -- house & home leisure family work travel environment media & many more; Over 600 bi-lingual flashcards -- Bilingual flashcards included for all core words together with advice for easy memorisation & intuitive recall; Audio CD -- All words & phrases recorded by native speakers for perfect pronunciation; Models & activities -- Examples of modern usage & lively practice activities; Expert advice & examination preparation tips -- Written by leading teacher of Arabic at the forefront of the profession.

Includes:: a 32-page pullout section with 640 individual flashcards arranged by topic (40 per sheet) & a 70-minute Audio CD."



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Each supercar in this colourful sticker book needs its wheels headlights trim & other details added. All are available as stickers at the back of the book so that children can complete a rally car a Le Mans car a Pro Mod racer an SUV & many more. ...

Now in its fifth edition this best-selling manual has been fully revised to bring you right up-to-date with the latest technology explaining what you need where to find the best prices & how to put it all together. Youll discover the best multi-core processors & graphics options whether solid-state drives are better than hard disks & the differences between Windows 7 & Windows 8 all written in a jargon-free style. With step-by-step photos showing how to build a powerful PC & an ultra-compact one
- & a troubleshooting guide to help you with any issues you may encounter
- this up-to-date manual is a must for anybody who wants to build their own computer.

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