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Pokemon: Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook

By Scholastic
Pokémon
Series: Pokemon
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Pokemon: Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook by Scholastic is an informative guide that serves as the ultimate resource for Pokémon fans. This children's book provides detailed profiles of various Pokémon, including statistics, evolutions, and fun facts. It is designed to enhance the Pokémon experience by offering readers comprehensive insights into their favourite creatures.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a Pokémon enthusiast eager to explore detailed profiles of various Pokémon creatures from different regions. This children's book offers vibrant illustrations and easy-to-follow information, making it a delightful companion for young trainers looking to expand their knowledge and embark on exciting adventures in the Pokémon universe.

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The brand new edition of the bestselling Super Deluxe Essential Handbook is here - and it includes all-new Pokemon! With 560 colour pages and info on over 900 Pokemon, this is a must-have for kids of all ages.

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Want to know what moves Scorbunny has? Or which regions can you find Pikachu? This new edition of the bestselling Pokemon: Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook contains everything you need to know... plus tonnes of extra pages devoted to the newest Pokemon from the Sword and Shield video games!

This comprehensive guide features over 875 Pokemon from every known region. So whether you’re exploring Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, Unova, Kalos, Alola, or Galar, you’ll be able to find: stats and facts on Pokemon from Abomasnow to Zygarde, plus insider info about moves, types, Mega Evolution, Legendary and Mythical Pokemon, and Ultra Beasts.

The scoop on all-new Galarian forms—including Gigantamax! And much, much more! This handbook is jam-packed with the facts and figures you need to become a Pokemon expert.

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ISBN: 9781338714128

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 August 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 29.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 228.0mm

Weight: 880g

Pages: 560

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