These books describe a series of magical tricks, explain the principles and show how to make the props necessary for each trick. The set includes books: Science Magic With Sound, Science Magic With Shapes & Materials, Science Magic With Machines

These books describe a series of magical tricks, explain the principles and show how to make the props necessary for each trick. The set includes books: Science Magic With Sound, Science Magic With Shapes & Materials, Science Magic With Machines

50 classic magic tricks to amuse and entertain your family and friends, including card tricks, coin tricks and sleight-of-hand tricks. The world's greatest and most celebrated magicians, conjurers and illusionists can make us believe the unbelievable, the impossible possible. But, of course, just like everybody else these conjurors had to start at a beginning. They too had to learn simple (but effective) card tricks, easy (but imaginative) coin tricks and basic (but still mind boggling) sleight-of-hand tricks before advancing to more innovative and radical skills and techniques. Amazing Magic Tricks is a cool compendium of diverse tricks to inspire all aspiring magicians to pick up a wand and impress their friends and family! Full of trivia as well as simple illusions to practice, perfect and perform at home, Amazing Magic Tricks will guide you on your way to becoming a master magician quicker than you can say 'Ta-Dah!'.

No one could mistake Gobbolino for a simple kitchen cat, with his sparky whiskers and magic tricks, but that's just what the witch's kitten wants to be. Instead of learning how to turn mice into toads for the witch's brew, Gobbolino sets out on an adventure to find a family and a home of his own. Reissued for its seventy-fifth anniversary with illustrations by the award-winning Catherine Rayner, this classic tale has been loved by generations of children.

Written by the founder of The London School of Cycling. This essential book celebrates how cycling has changed the world - and the wisdom we can glean along the way from life on two wheels. As Einstein once said, 'life is like riding a bicycle'. In this beautifully illustrated book, cycling expert Patrick Field reveals the lessons we can learn from the world of cycling, including the movers and shakers who created the cycling revolution, the best modern races, chases and riders of the twenty-first century, and incredible stories of people who have smashed down barriers on the road... and beyond. Once we learn how to ride, we never forget how to do it. This little book brings together over 60 vital life lessons inspired by the bike - from pushing yourself to the limit to learning to pace yourself and the importance of teamwork - and will show you that learning how to ride is, essentially, learning how to live. Packed with tips and tricks and combined with stunning illustrations from Harry Goldhawk, this is perfect for seasoned and new cyclists alike.

Filmed for Sky Atlantic, starring Benedict Cumberbatch, The Patrick Melrose Novels is the complete collection of Edward St Aubyn's award-winning novels of childhood trauma and aristocratic decadence. This Picador Classics edition features an introduction by author Zadie Smith. Patrick slid back down in his chair and sprawled in front of the view. He noticed how his tears cooled as they ran down his cheeks. Washed eyes and a tired and empty feeling. Was that what other people meant by peaceful? Collected here together in a single volume are the complete Patrick Melrose Novels by Edward St Aubyn, Never Mind, Bad News, Some Hope, Mother's Milk, and At Last. Acclaimed for their searing wit and their deep humanity, this magnificent cycle of novels - in which Patrick Melrose battles to survive the savageries of his childhood and lead a self-determined life - is one of the major achievements in English fiction.

The definitive book by Britain's favourite illusionist... Derren Brown's television and stage performances have entranced and dumbfounded millions. His baffling illusions and stunning set pieces - such as The Seance, Russian Roulette and The Heist - have set new standards of what's possible, as well as causing more than their fair share of controversy. Now, for the first time, he reveals the secrets behind his craft, what makes him tick and just why he grew that beard. Tricks of the Mind takes you on a journey into the structure and pyschology of magic. Derren teaches you how to read clues in people's behaviour and spot liars. He discusses the whys and wherefores of hypnosis and shows how to do it. And he investigates the power of suggestion and how you can massively improve your memory. He also takes a long hard look at the paranormal industry and why some of us feel the need to believe in it in the first place. Alternately hilarious, controversial and challenging, Tricks of the Mind is essential reading for Derren's legions of fans, and pretty bloody irresistible even if you don't like him that much...

Fox loves playing tricks. But when he plays a trick on his friend Stork, she decides to teach him a lesson. Now Fox will find out how it feels to have a trick played on him! A humorous re-telling of the famous Aesop's fable,written especialy for children learning to read, with expert reading advice and wonderful illustrations by John Joven. Retold by Susanna Davidson.

How to Win Friends and Influence People for the 21st century by international bestselling author Leil Lowndes Some people, regardless of money, education, looks or personality, make an impression wherever they go - they are master communicators, and everyone enjoys talking to them. How to Instantly Connect with Anyone shows you how to be one of those lucky few. Communication guru Leil Lowndes arms you with 96 all-new, cutting-edge communication techniques to break through the invisible barrier that keeps people down, both personally and professionally. Her tips and tricks will help you: - Meet new people and speak with confidence - Be credible and charismatic in every social and business situation - Make friends and important contacts wherever you go - Command the respect of everyone you meet Using these deceptively simple methods you can improve your communication skills and achieve greater success in all your relationships.

In this collection of stories you will meet a guinea-pig that can do clever tricks, the Queen's favourite Corgi pup, a secret mouse hiding in a tree-house, a chick that wants to be a duck AND you'll learn how to look after all kinds of pets! A delightful anthology from the master of animal adventures Dick King-Smith, featuring a never-before-published story.

Think like a mathematician by scribbling your way through this jam-packed activity book, full of maths puzzles to solve, codes to crack and patterns to draw. Activities include inventing your own currency, designing symmetrical shapes and creating maths magic tricks. Includes links to websites with even more maths facts and activities.

Push, pull and turn mechanisms bring this classical fairy tale to life. First Stories: The Princess and the Pea is the perfect introduction for young children to this popular tale as they discover how a Queen tricks a young girl into revealing who she really is! This well-loved story is beautifully imagined for a new generation by illustrator Emma Martinez.

A book that encourages children to name their emotions and manage them effectively using breathing exercises. Little Unicorn is just like all the other unicorns ... well, nearly. He has a magic mane that changes colours depending on how he is feeling. Today he is feeling sad. He is arguing with his friends. Now he feels like he's been invaded by a big grey cloud of sadness. Kids can discover how to chase away sad feelings and feel good again, with easy to master teach yourself calm breathing exercises. Children can join Little Unicorn in a calm-inducing breathing exercise and follow 3 easy steps designed to regulate overwhelming emotions.