DISCOVER THE SERIES BOYS AND GIRLS AROUND THE WORLD LOVE TO READ! Horrid Henry makes a deal with his parents in return for eating his veggies; accidentally wears girls' underwear to school; tries to prove he is sicker than his brother; and writes the meanest thank-you cards ever (and makes money on it too). Francesca Simon is one of the world's best-loved children's authors. She is the only American to have ever won the Galaxy Book Award, and her creation, Horrid Henry, is the #1 bestselling chapter book series in the UK—with a hit TV show and over fifteen million copies sold! Each book contains four easy-to-read stories and hilarious illustrations by the one and only Tony Ross, so even the most reluctant of readers won't be able to resist Henry's amazing talent for trouble!
It's a busy year for the Queen - she has lots of important events to attend. Meanwhile, a little girl is wondering what knickers Her Majesty will choose to wear on a school visit! Will they be her 'at home' knickers - adorned with corgis - or her 'garden party' knickers, or perhaps her woolly Balmoral ones...? Both children and adults will love this very special and endearing insight into a child's imagination, from the best-selling author-illustrator of Father Christmas Needs A Wee and Jesus' Christmas Party. Recently, the Queen visited a nursery in Norfolk and enjoyed a display based on the book: "...just to make it special, there was one element that was not quite so traditional: pants. These were not just any pants, either. They were the Queen's Knickers, and at Dersingham Infant and Nursery School, in Norfolk, they were put on special display in honour of their royal visitor" ~ Valentine Low, The Times
You'll find lots of very serious poems about really important stuff (like toenails, sausages and yaks) in this hilariously irreverent collection of illustrated poetry from children's author Becci Murray. Don't Wear Your Knickers on Your Head is the new rib-tickling read for ages 6 - 10 years. REVIEWS FOR DON'T WEAR YOUR KNICKERS ON YOUR HEAD 'Fun and lively poetry, perfect for Primary age children. My 9 year old daughter loved the travelling sneeze poem!Lovely to see work by a new female children's poet!' - Rae (reader's review) 'Amazing poems and hilarious stories! This book really made me laugh! I think that my favourite poem was 'DON'T WEAR YOUR KNICKERS ON YOUR HEAD' because I think that one made me laugh the most but they are all really funny!' - Abi (reader's review) 'An amazing book. I would definitely recommend!' - Mia (reader's review) PLEASE NOTE: Paperback copies of this book contain black and white illustrations, and the eBook is in full colour.
Brits and Americans dress the same, eat at the same chain restaurants and pass music back and forth across the Atlantic. But the second we Brits open our mouths, all bets are off. The aim of these unscholarly pages is to guide you through the jungle of British slang, uncovering the etymology but also illuminating the correct usage. And if it doesn't accomplish that, at least you'll be aware that when a British citizen describes you as a "wally," a "herbert," a "spanner," or a "bampot," he's not showering you with compliments. Knickers in a Twist is as indispensable as a London city guide, as spot-on funny as an episode of The Office, and as edifying as Eats, Shoots & Leaves. Screenwriter Jonathan Bernstein's collection of Cockney rhyming slang, insults culled from British television shows of yore, and regional and "high British" favourites provides hours of educational, enlightening, even lifesaving hilarity. PIG'S EAR Incompetent execution of a relatively simple task; also a delicious repast. BETTER THAN A POKE IN THE EYE WITH A SHARP STICK Another way of reminding an ungrateful recipient that the paltry amount he is receiving for, say, compiling a list of British slang is better than nothing at all. SICK AS A PARROT Horribly disappointed; most frequently employed by heartbroken UK football fans after their hopes of international glory are once again dashed. FANCY THE PANTS OFF To sexually desire someone so intensely that their clothes spontaneously disappear. Only the first four words of the previous sentence are technically accurate.
" A practical introduction to color psychology. Grow your Color Sense and shine in branding, interior design and personal wardrobe choices Color matters whether you are aware of it or not. We have all got used to seeing color as a purely aesthetic thing but the fact is that it affects your heart rate, your brain activity and many other physiological and psychological aspects. This easy read will help you understand something of why it matters, do some quick exercises to develop your own Color Sense, and see case studies where I have applied this knowledge in real life. What you get Discover what color psychology is and why it matters. Then how to apply what you have learnt, through the exercises throughout the book, to branding, environments and personal use of color. You need to know about color if you are responsible for environments such as hotels, doctor surgeries or schools making decisions about brand logos, packaging or marketing communications (adverts, leaflets, websites) would like to feel more comfortable in your home want the colors you wear to work with you and your strengths Testimonials "Colour really matters and probably a whole lot more than you think. I read this book from cover to cover in one sitting but it as a useful reference book full of 'golden' nuggets of knowledge and practical advice it's also essential. Well done Catherine!" Neil Gaught, Founder Neil Gaught & Associates "Reading 'Your true colours' inspired me to grow my own colour sense, and using Catherine's techniques of training my eye to see more tints and tones was such a creative and joyful process. As an architect I work with colour every day and it is crucial to be aware of how certain combinations affect people's response to spaces, their emotional wellbeing and behaviour. This book is a great introduction to exactly that in both a personal and professional setting. It is full of refreshing anecdotes and beautifully illustrated example projects to encourage you to get started with your own colour palettes right away." Anniek Wasser, Architect "Catherine has greatly influenced the way Artmongers understands and uses colours to positively help people in adverse situations" Patricio Forrester, Artist, Founder of Artmongers "Catherine is a colour wizard!"Kate Faragher, client. "
WARNING: This book contains laugh-out-loud jokes about fake tans, vajazzles and all fings Essex Forget the Rolex or the flash car, what you really need in your life to make your friends well jel is The Essex Joke Book. It’s packed full of bling-tastic banter, racy rib-ticklers and gob-smackingly good gags all about Essex Girls and Boys, their tans and tribulations, conquests and cock-ups, and more. How can you tell an Essex Girl has been using her iPad? There’s Tipp-Ex on the screen. What do you call the skeleton of an Essex Boy in a wardrobe? Last year’s hide-and-seek champion. What goes blonde, brunette, blonde, brunette? An Essex Girl doing naked cartwheels. An Essex Girl gets a job as a teacher. She notices a boy in the field standing alone, while all the other kids are running around having fun. She takes pity on him and decides to speak to him. ‘You can go and play with the other kids, you know,’ she says. ‘It’s best I stay here,’ he says. ‘Why?’ asks the Essex Girl. The boy says: ‘Because I’m the f**king goalkeeper.’