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Olympics, Travelling, Holidays …

Usborne Children’s Books from The Book Mums can help! 

Despite the unsettled weather, the holidays are fast-approaching.  This summer we obviously have the added excitement of the London 2012 Games.  A lot of our children will not be old enough to remember the last Olympics.  This is a great opportunity to introduce them to all kinds of related topics: sports, countries, flags of the world, London land-marks.

How about this special offer to really get them engaged and maybe trying something new?

Spectator Guides – Get 4 for the price of 3, save £5.99

These super spectator guides are ideal for the Olympic season, whether you’re taking your little ones to an event or simply watching eagerly on the television, these cards are packed with all the essential information you could want to know about the sport in question.

(Individual RRP £5.99)

Available on code A0765.

Offer available until 31/08/12, or whilst stocks last.

 

Another feature of this time of year is travelling.  Whether you are just off for a weekend break or taking a long-haul flight, there is a lot of sitting about and waiting around for kids.  The joy of activity books is they can entertain all ages.  Lots of the collection below can be enjoyed with just the biro from the bottom of your hand bag! 

I have known people, who carry the Pocket Doodling book in their bag, finish their coffee and go on to order a dessert! 

It really keeps kids engrossed.  The Lots of Things to Find and Colour has all kinds of games, quizzes and doodles which kept my girls enthralled on holiday last summer.  The Big Colouring Book does what it says on the tin.  Give them some coloured pens or pencils and frame the result .. 300gsm paper, high-quality printing.  These really are in a different league.  Ideal if you have more than one child and great as gifts.

Drawing and Colouring Offer – all 3 titles for just £9.99 – save £13.98

Just the ticket for long train or plane journeys, little ones will be entertained the whole way with lots to colour, decorate, doodle and find in this brilliant set – and all for just £9.99

(Combined RRP £23.97)

Available on code A0764.

Offer available until 31/08/12, or whilst stocks last.

 

Or, if you really only need a single volume, then this is the one.  A huge collection of great activities to come back to time and again.  Unlike cheap and cheerful throw-away books, this can remain on the shelf to dip into for years.  Bloomin’ genius!

Holiday Activity Book – just £5.99 save £2

A great idea for holidays, this write-in activity book is packed full of puzzles, things to make and do, facts, jokes and doodles with vibrant and stylish images. An activity sweetshop!

(RRP £7.99)

Available on code 53970 at just £5.99.

Offer available until 31/08/12, or whilst stocks last.

 

 

We hope this quick round-up of current special offers has given you some ideas but if you are looking for anything specific, please see the fully searchable catalogue here or get in touch and we will be happy to make some great suggestions for you.

Our pleasure is finding the right book for the right child, so please do ask.

Titanic, Diamond Jubilee, Olympics …

It’s all happening this year!  And what a great chance to introduce our children to these great historical subjects.

RMS Titanic’s 100th anniversary

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The 15th April 2012 marks 100 years since the sinking of RMS Titanic on her maiden voyage from Southampton to New York City. Explore the history of Titanic and the tragic events that unfolded on that fateful night 100 years ago with these Usborne books.
 
Titanic. (Young Reading Series 3) Hardback.  £4.99  Ages: 7+
Titanic Sticker Book.  Paperback.  £6.99 Ages:  6+
 

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee 

Among the many new titles coming soon celebrating Kings and Queens, London and Queen Elizabeth ll, this is the luxury Diamond Jubilee special edition of this fascinating account of Britain’s Kings and Queens – a must-have title for every family bookshelf.

  • Shows how Britain’s history has been shaped by the lives, loves, triumphs and tragedies of its kings and queens from Alfred the Great to the Windsors.
  • This enthralling story is brought vividly to life with majestic portraits and family trees, intriguing facts, photographs and illustrations and recommmended places to visit.
  • Includes internet links to additional resources, including video clips, games and interactive features.

Hardback.  £16.99  Ages:  8 +

 

An enthralling introduction to one of the most famous women in the world, accompanied by stunning photographs, a family tree and timeline.

Published to coincide with The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, with fascinating photographs that capture her childhood and the grandeur and drama of her reign.

Written for children ready to tackle more complex reading and with internet links to carefully selected websites to find out more.

Queen Elizabeth ll.  (Young Reading Series 3) Hardback.  £5.99  Ages: 7+

 

2012 Summer Olympics

 

  • A brilliant introduction to the history of The Olympics, from the traditional games of Ancient Greece, to their revival by Pierre de Coubertin and the pomp and ceremony of the modern Games.
  • Internet links to carefully selected websites allow children to access the very best sites to support this book and enhance their learning experience.

 

 

 

The Story of the Olympics (Young Reading Series 2)  Hardback  £5.99  Ages: 6+

 

And look out for all these fantastic Spectator Guides coming to The Book Mums soon.

NOW is a fantastic time to host a party or join our team to get these first-class books for your own children at discounted rates. 

 Can’t decide?  Wish you had a Fairy Book-Mother to help?  Just get in touch.  Our joy is finding the right book for the right child.