Age 7-11

Be a Pharaoh for a day and visit the land of the pyramids and discover everything you need to know about Ancient Egypt.

Discover everything you need to know about the history of this influential civilisation, including how the Greeks lived and how they inspired modern sports, entertainments and politics!

Discover everything you need to know about one of the greatest kingdoms of all time. From gods to festivals to emperors, you will become an expert!

Discover how animals escape their predators and catch their prey, which animals care for their young, and why some live in groups. Covering a wide range of topics from epic migrations to surviving in extreme habitats!

Dig deep into history and find out about ancient civilizations and how people lived in the past. Find out how archaeologists excavate a site, take a look at the oldest human remains and learn all about prehistoric cave art.

Discover how armour and weaponry has evolved throughout the ages and the materials used, from metal to human hair! Full of facts about how armour is used and the purpose it has served throughout history.

Discover what we know about the universe and how we know it. Children can find out how telescopes work, learn what goes on at an observatory and explore space for themselves with expert advice on how to be a stargazer!

100 Facts Bears provides an amazing insight into the world of these magnificent creatures. Discover fascinating information about the threats they face as they struggle to survive in the wild, and find out what is being done to protect them for the future.

Discover everything you need to know about about the world’s most graceful creatures. From leopards and tigers to jaguars, lions and cheetahs!

Discover everything you need to know about birds, from why they migrate to how they build their nests!

Soar through the world of birds of prey and learn all about these magnificent hunters of the sky! Discover where birds of prey live, find out how they hunt and read about how to identify them.

Discover everything you need to know about about kings and queens, castles, battles, how the Victorians lived and much, much more!

Discover how bugs live, eat, build their homes, lay eggs and everything else you might want to know about the fascinating world of creepy crawlies!

From what food they eat to why so many Egyptians had pet cats, discover everything you need to know about these furry feline creatures!

Dive into the ocean and find out amazing facts about beautiful coral reefs! Learn how divers explore reefs, how corals grow and why these habitats are under threat.

From snakes to crocodiles to sharks, find out everything you need to know about the deadliest creatures on our planet.

Descend far beneath the waves and discover weird life-forms that inhabit the deep ocean. Learn how deep-sea animals survive, find out why some fish glow in the dark and discover how scientists explore the seabed with robots!

From the infamous Tyrannosaurus-Rex to the Brontosaurus, discover everything you need to know about the pre-historic creatures that roamed our planet!

From what a dog’s skeleton looks like to the different breeds of dog out there, discover everything you need to know about these canine creatures!

Discover everything you need to know about the world’s largest land-roaming mammal! Full of facts from the role elephants have played in historical battles to how they live in their herds.

Take a closer look at some of the most threatened animals on our planet. Read how hunting, habitat loss and climate change have affected wildlife, discover which animals are close to extinction and find out what you can do to help.

Have you ever pondered why life is so wonderfully varied? Learn how Darwin’s revolutionary theories changed the way we view the world, how fossils can reveal secrets of the past, and why modern science uses genetics and DNA to predict our future.

Discover everything you need to know about the brave explorers who discovered new lands and opened up the world as we know it today!

Discover the history of space technology, from the first probe to orbit the Earth to the first man on the Moon! Learn about roving robots exploring the surface of Mars and future missions to distant planets.

Discover the reasons for extinction and how new life evolves. Learn why the dinosaurs disappeared and how humans became so successful. Most importantly, find out which animals living today, could be gone tomorrow!

Climb the highest mountains, explore cavernous caves and dive down to the ocean depths! Take a look at the world’s longest rivers, survey the driest deserts and discover the devastating effects of tsunamis, volcanoes and wild weather.

Venture into the wild and find out how to stay alive in Earth’s most challenging environments. Learn how to pack a life-saving survival kit, discover where to find water in the desert and read about how Shackleton, Selkirk and others survived against the odds!

Prepare for take-off and encounter amazing flying machines both past and present. Get the inside story on spy planes, rockets, and military aircraft, take a look at how engines work and discover why helicopters can fly in any direction!

Discover how fossils hold the clues to what life was like on Earth millions of years ago. Find out which fossils form from jelly, how dinosaurs are reconstructed and why fake fossils are big business!

Discover everything you need to know about the lives of gladiators in ancient times, from what they wore in combat to the battles they fought in!

Starting with the ancient Egyptians and Greeks, the book explores the advancement of science through the people who helped to forge its path. Includes the brilliance of Leonardo, the incredible mind of Einstein and modern-day greats such as Hawking.

Discover everything you need to know about horses and ponies – from mythical horses such as Pegasus to zebras and racehorses!

From how our skeleton works to the foods we need to eat to stay healthy, this book will tell you everything you need to know about your body!

From the electric lightbulb to the wind turbine, find out everything you need to know about our planet’s greatest inventions and how they work!

Discover why Boudicca was known as the warrior queen, and how she was defeated by the Romans. This book will help children to trace the monarchy of the British Isles up to the modern day.

Sharpen your sword, pick up your shield and prepare to do battle as a knight! This book will give you the inside story on castle life and what it was like to be a knight.

Start a spellbinding journey into the extraordinary world of magic and mystery! Take a look inside an alchemist’s laboratory, find out how magic is used to heal or harm and learn all about different magic-makers – from witches to shamans.

To why some mammals have tusks and why others have fangs, this book will tell you everything you need to know about the warm-blooded creatures that live on our planet.

Step into the fascinating world of monkeys, apes and the other members of the primate family. Find out how chimpanzees communicate, explore the varied habitats of macaques and discover how gibbons swing through trees.

Discover everything you need to know about the ancient practice of mummification! From who made the first mummy to how the process happens, this book has everything you need to know about the mysteries of the mummies.

Discover some of the most famous stories from around the world and find out why they’re so important to different cultures. Find out where Yetis are said to live, read about Cerberus, the savage three-headed dog and learn who is the most famous vampire of all time.

Step into the twilight and encounter a world of night-loving creatures. Read how they communicate and hunt, discover why they are active at night and learn about the super senses that help them to thrive in the dark!

Take a deep breath and dive into an amazing watery world! Discover everything you need to know about the oceans that take up so much of our planet, from the creatures that inhabit the underwater world, to the impact oceans can have on our beaches.

Explore the harsh, icy world of penguins and their clever survival techniques. Discover how deep an Emperor penguin can dive and how young penguins survive in freezing temperatures.

Ahhhh me hearties! Step aboard and discover everything you need to know about a pirate’s life at sea.

From volcanoes to earthquakes to the hottest deserts on Earth, discover everything you need to know about the speedy space ball we call home!

Discover some of the many different species, and how they survive in the driest, wettest and coldest environments on Earth. Learn about the inner workings of plants, how some have learnt to live together with animals, and what steps people can take to make the future greener!

Journey to the ends of the Earth and explore the coldest environments on our planet. Read about the people and animals that live there, learn how they survive the extreme cold, and discover why the ice caps are melting.

Discover why the first reptile looked like a lizard and why elephants were hairy as this book takes you on a guide through prehistoric life!

Uncover the secrets of the pyramids and find out how and why they were built. Learn about pyramids around the world, explore their hidden passages and chambers and discover the treasures buried within them.

Trek through the jungles of the world and find out amazing facts about these unique habitats! Go on a journey into mysterious cloud forests, get the inside story on ecosystems and learn how we can protect these endangered environments.

From snakes to frogs to lizards, find out everything you need to know about the cold-blooded animals that inhabit our planet!

Become a geologist and learn all about the rocks and minerals that have shaped the Earth. Full of facts about minerals, rocks, gem stones and much more!

Discover how Romans have impacted the world we live in today, from our roads to our towns to the language we speak!

Come face to face with some of the finest warriors ever to set foot on the battlefield. Get the inside story on famous commanders, find out how weapons were made and learn about the clever tactics behind battle formations!

Take a closer look at global warming and how it is affecting the world around us. Find out why human activities are causing climate change, learn all about how you can save endangered animals and get the inside story on the scientific solutions of the future.

Discover everything you need to know about the incredible world of science. From sound waves, to fire and electricity and the chemical world of science, this book will get you well on the way to becoming a science expert!

Take a trip around the coastlines of the world and find out about the animals and plants that live in these unique locations. Find out how winds and waves affect the shores, explore rock pools and sand dunes, and discover what you can do to help protect these special habitats.

From tiger sharks to goblin sharks, to how they lay their eggs – discover everything you need to know about these terrifying creatures!

Dive beneath the waves to discover sunken ships and the incredible secrets they reveal. Find out how archaeologists investigate sites on the ocean floor, learn how treasures are raised from the depths and read amazing tales of survival at sea!

Slither into the extraordinary world of snakes and find out incredible facts about these cold-blooded predators. Find out why some pythons change colour, how rattlesnakes scare their enemies and why cobras dance!

Three, two, one, lift off! Blast your way into space and take a trip around the Universe! Discover all the secrets of our solar system and become an expert on space.

Go behind enemy lines and find out amazing facts about the intriguing world of special forces! Discover the origins of modern special forces, learn about training and equipment, and get the inside story on famous operations.

Discover how we measure acceleration, why heavy things are hard to speed up, and who first broke the sound barrier. Full of facts about plenty of speedy things from super-speedy animals to hypersonic planes!

This book will help children discover why these eight-legged mini-beasts inspire fear in many people and what it is that makes these fascinating creatures supreme predators.

Go undercover and find out incredible facts about the perilous world of espionage! Get the inside scoop on intelligence agencies, find out about amazing gadgets and learn how to create your own secret codes.

Travel back to the Cretaceous and come face to face with one of the most powerful predators ever to have roamed the Earth. Read all about the T rex’s anatomy, find out how it killed its prey, and discover where in the world the biggest and most complete fossil specimens have been found.

Ride out along the Wild West trail and experience life on the American frontier! Read about Native American peoples and pioneers, learn how to pan for gold and take a closer look at cowboys, sheriffs and notorious outlaws.

Find out what makes vampires so fascinating, work out how to spot them and most importantly, this book will tell you how to keep them at bay!

Learn which animals have the most ferocious and dangerous forms of venom in this book, perfect for kids with an adventurous side! Expert advice explains how to avoid attack and reveals how poisonous predators kill their prey.

Discover fascinating facts about Queen Victoria’s reign and the rise of the British Empire and what it was really like to be a child of the Industrial Revolution!

Become an expert on the Norsemen of Scandinavia and discover how the Vikings became expert traders, explorers and settlers and unravel fascinating facts about their gods!

Step into the danger zone and discover how these fiery forces of nature have shaped the Earth! Find out where in the world volcanoes happen, take a look at the different types of lava and learn all about the biggest eruptions in history.

March into battle and discover facts about the greatest fighters of all time! Find out why knights took part in tournaments, learn about Alexander the Great’s most important battle and discover which warriors fought on elephants.

Battle through rain, wind and blizzards as you get to grips with wild weather! Discover everything you need to know about our planet’s weather, from snowstorms to thunderstorms to brilliant sunshine.

Discover everything you need to know about acrobatic dolphins and whales, including the 30 metre long blue whale!

From Ayers Rock to huge underwater lost cities, this book will tell you everything you need to know about the world’s wonders!

Focusing on general knowledge topics, each quiz book in this super series is geared towards a specific age range, and built around the National Curriculum. Picture clues and mini fact boxes provide additional information.

Focusing on general knowledge topics, each quiz book in this super series is geared towards a specific age range, and built around the National Curriculum. Picture clues and mini fact boxes provide additional information.

Focusing on general knowledge topics, each quiz book in this super series is geared towards a specific age range, and built around the National Curriculum. Picture clues and mini fact boxes provide additional information.

Explore the magnificent world of birds, from ducks and finches to eagles and ostriches. Discover how they build nests, find food and care for their young. Illustrated in detail, this book is crammed with facts about bird’s habitats, anatomy and behaviour, as well as tips on how to identify them.

This title will tell you everything you need to know about the complex and detailed structure of the human body. From cell counts to body mass, this book is full of facts about the human body, and with clear sections, it is the perfect resource for school projects or homework.

British Wildlife explores the diversity of British wild plants and animals and includes over 300 different species of plants, mammals, birds, bugs, amphibians, reptiles and fish.

This title presents a detailed look at the world of creepy-crawlies including everything from spiders, beetles and butterflies to grasshoppers and bees. The book is split into clear sections making it the perfect resource for projects or homework.

This extensive encyclopedia is a comprehensive knowledge resource for 6 to 9 year-olds. A huge variety of topics are covered and the alphabetic approach helps children find the information they want quickly.

This title presents a detailed look at the prehistoric world, including everything from the first invertebrates to dinosaurs and early primates. The book is split into clear sections making it perfect for school projects or homework.

Discover the inner workings of 150 machines, gadgets and vehicles, from digital cameras to bucketwheel excavators. Detailed 3D illustrations reveal the technology behind central components and throughout there are photographs to show each subject in action!

Children can check their spelling, build vocabulary and polish their grammar skills with this practical dictionary thesaurus. Every entry is accompanied by a clear definition and the thesaurus section provides a wealth of useful synonyms that will encourage children to think about the words they use in every day speech and writing.

Covering hundreds of topics from asteroids to zebras, this book provides younger readers with a wealth of knowledge in an accessible format. Children will find Junior Picture Dictionary a rewarding way to expand their vocabulary and broaden their knowledge.

Gods and spirits, epic heroes and adventures, magic and mystery, life and love, death and destruction – these are just a small selection of the fascinating subjects in this book of combined reference and carefully retold myths and legends.

This title presents a detailed look at the world’s oceans, including everything from marine life and geography to diving and boats. The book is split into clear sections to aid navigation between different topics.

This title presents a detailed look at the properties and formation of rocks, minerals and fossils, making it an indispensible geological guide. The book is split into clear sections to aid navigation between different topics, making it perfect for school projects or homework.

This title presents a detailed look at the world of science including everything from forces, technology and scientific discoveries to zoology and plants.

This title presents a detailed look at space, including everything from space travel and famous astronomers to stars and galaxies. It also includes a detailed look at all 88 constellations each accompanied by a fascinating fact!

This title covers all the key areas of the animal kingdom and give detailed information about hundreds of different animal species. Highly illustrated throughout, the text is informative and exciting to read, making this book especially appealing to reluctant readers.

Ideal for Key Stage 2 students, this title covers all the key periods of history and gives detailed information about numerous historical events. Highly illustrated throughout, the text is informative and exciting to read, making this book especially appealing to reluctant readers.

This enchanting anthology of magical stories will whisk young readers off into imaginary worlds of curious characters, fantastical creatures and spellbinding events. Each tale is brought to life by captivating illustrations, making this is a sparkling collection for readers to treasure.

Prepare to be thrilled and chilled by this anthology with a twist! Full of both classic and lesser-known tales, all accompanied by captivating illustrations, this fiendishly frightening collection will provide guaranteed entertainment for hours on end.

With 10 experiments, this fantastic book introduces children to the basics of science in a fun, appealing way. Each experiment is accompanied by an introduction to a scientific concept, clear photographic step-by-step instructions, a list of materials needed, and a an explanation to make children think. Children will have hours of practical fun – and learn something new.

This brilliant new series is bursting with fantastic information, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs. Amazing Birds takes readers on a journey through the avian world, including flightless penguins and birds of prey, magnificent hunters of the sky. Find out why swans carry their young on their backs, what life is like in a penguin rookery, and what is being done to save the rare Philippine eagle.

Bursting with fantastic information, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs, Ancient Rome takes readers on a journey through an amazing civilization. Get ready to find out who used Roman baths, why Roman soldiers used a ‘tortoise’ formation, and where gladiator tournaments were held.

This concise book will guide you chronologically through the great ancient civilizations of our planet. More than 2000 bulleted facts are accompanied by hundreds of illustrations, diagrams and maps.

This highly successful series is now available in paperback. Each title presents the reader with action-packed text and amazing facts and statistics on a wide variety of science and technological topics and is illustrated in colour throughout. A grid system gives each square of the books a unique co-ordinate, making it possible to direct the young scientist to any related articles with precision. The books include child-friendly websites that are a great way to learn more, both at home and at school. Subjects include space, plants, planet Earth, the human body, animal life, inventions, how things work and great scientists.

Lavishly illustrated throughout, this title provides children with masses of knowledge about the animal kingdom. Each numbered fact acts as a benchmark, and as children read they can clearly chart their progress. Cartoons, quizzes, fun facts and projects are scattered throughout and actively encourage reading and learning.

This brilliant new series is bursting with fantastic information, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs. Awesome Space takes readers on a voyage through the universe, exploring the Solar System, stars and distant galaxies. Readers can find out how stars are born, what
goes on at an observatory, and how spacecraft have explored the Moon, planets, asteroids and comets.

This brilliant new series is bursting with fantastic information, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs. Readers will be taken on a journey through British history from prehistory to the modern age and find out about monarchs across the ages and gain vital information on the Victorian Age.

Encourage your child’s interest in birds and birdwatching with this brilliant handbook! Full of tips to help identify different species, and complete with sections to fill with findings, notes and photographs.

Encourage your kids to get outside and interact with the great outdoors with this brilliant handbook. Full of different things to spot as well has having a section to record your findings and photographs. Perfect for budding nature enthusiasts!

This 512-page reference book includes everything you need to know about the history of the British Isles. Each page tells an amazing story that begins with the first human inhabitants of the British Isles, and continues right up to the Modern Age and the start of the new millennium.

This title takes an in-depth look at the history of the British Isles and provides children with masses of knowledge. Running chronologically, children can trace from prehistoric times right up to the modern day. Key topics such as kings and queens and the Victorian Age are also looked at in detail.

This handbook is perfect for all young nature lovers. Full of ways to identify species, with sections to record your own findings and photographs.

Full of tips for identifying all sorts of British Wildlife Species, this handbook is perfect for encouraging kids to interact with the great outdoors.

Discover everything you need to know about insects, arachnids and other bugs with this remarkable title. It includes a fully illustrated book that explores butterflies and moths, flies and beetles, and social insects such as ants and bees, as well as spiders and worms. Seven tabbed dividers provide easy navigation between sections and the detailed text is written and checked by experts. There are two large colour posters, one detailing extreme bugs – many shown at actual size – and another providing a colourful spotter’s guide for bugs in your local park or garden. The easy-to-assemble tarantula model allows you to be creative by building your own bug.

This practical handbook helps readers to identify more than 40 UK butterfly and moth species. Readers are encouraged to personlise their handbook by adding photos and sketches, making notes and ticking the check lists provided. Photofiles provide extra information, showing butterflies and moths in their natural environment and feature spreads show the differences between butterflies and moths and how to encourage them to visit your garden.

Containing 25 timeless tales of animal adventures, Classic Animal Stories is a wild and wonderful collection for children to treasure. A host of favourite characters including Br’er Rabbit, Shere Khan and Black Beauty are brought to life by established children’s illustrators, and every page is crammed with colour and excitement.

Classic Ghost Stories is filled with creepy stories to chill, thrill and send shivers down the spine. So settle back and enjoy these haunting tales safe in the knowledge that there’s no such thing as ghosts…or is there?

A timeless collection of classic tales to enchant and enthrall. Including tales from authors such as Anna Sewell and Louisa May Alcott, which are accompanied by beautiful illustrations that bring much-loved characters to life.

For centuries, the myth of the vampire has intrigued mortal minds. A creature so loathsome, but at the same time so alluring, has inspired literature throughout the ages. This collection is a must for vampire enthusiasts everywhere.

Coastal Sea Birds Handbook has been produced in an exciting, spiral bound notebook format that gives children the opportunity to record their own photographs, drawings and observations. With stickers to add to pages and a pull-out poster, this interactive book is perfect for all budding bird watchers.

Perfect for aspiring young artists, these books provide a fantastic way to get kids drawing. Simple, step-by-step illustrations are accompanied by clear instructions, helping children to progress from sketching basic outlines to creating detailed, colourful drawings.

This brilliant series is bursting with fantastic information, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs. Go on a journey through a deadly world of predators and their prey. Find out how venom works, why animals have such a variety of lethal weapons, and which creatures – big or small – can kill within minutes.

This brilliant new series is bursting with fantastic information, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs. Deadly Dinosaurs takes readers on a journey through prehistoric life and the amazing life forms that existed. Readers can find out which dinosaur was bigger and deadlier than T-Rex, when giant killer birds roamed the Earth, and what really caused the demise of the dinosaurs.

Children can explore the prehistoric world with this beautiful glossy hardback. Featuring five core areas – prehistoric life, dinosaurs, t-rex, fossils and extinct.

This alphabetic handbook features over 40 dinosaurs. Each page showcases a realistic illustration and a scale-to-man feature shows how big each dinosaur was. Every dinosaur is accompanied by its own super fact and there is also an interactive write-in area for children to make their own notes and draw their own pictures. The dino data box provides information on size, weight, fossil finds and pronunciation of names, while a locator map shows where in the world fossils have been found!

Produced in association with Discovery Channel, this jam-packed book focuses on the extremes of core reference subjects. From animal giants to futuristic spy technology to the deepest caves and coldest places in the Universe.

This highly successful series is now available in paperback. Each title presents the reader with action-packed text and amazing facts and statistics on a wide variety of science and technological topics and is illustrated in colour throughout. A grid system gives each square of the books a unique co-ordinate, making it possible to direct the young scientist to any related articles with precision. The books include child-friendly websites that are a great way to learn more, both at home and at school. Subjects include space, plants, planet Earth, the human body, animal life, inventions, how things work and great scientists.

This marvellous collection of rib-tickling tales features a host of best-loved authors from Edward Lear to Rudyard Kipling. Each book contains four hilarious stories and extracts accompanied by superbly silly illustrations.

Children can explore our incredible planet with this beautiful glossy hardback. Split into five core areas – planet earth, polar lands, oceans, rainforests and saving the earth.

With 10 experiments, this fantastic book introduces children to the basics of science in a fun, appealing way. Each experiment is accompanied by an introduction to a scientific concept, clear photographic step-by-step instructions, a list of materials needed, and a an explanation to make children think. Children will have hours of practical fun – and learn something new.

This brilliant new series is bursting with fantastic information, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs. Endangered Earth takes readers on a journey through some of the most threatened and endangered species and habitats on our planet. Find out
how to help save vulnerable creatures, learn why the dinosaurs disappeared and discover what is causing climate change.

Explore our extreme planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel™, the Explore Your World: Extreme titles focus on the extremes of core reference subjects.

Explore our awesome planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with discovery Channel, the Explore your World: Awesome titles give core reference subjects an awe-inspiring twist.

Explore our extreme planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel™, the Explore Your World: Extreme titles focus on the extremes of core reference subjects.

Explore our awesome planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel, the Explore your World: Awesome titles give core reference subjects an awe-inspiring twist.

Explore our awesome planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel, the Explore your World: Awesome titles give core reference subjects an awe-inspiring twist.

Explore our extreme planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel™, the Explore Your World: Extreme titles focus on the extremes of core reference subjects.

Explore our extreme planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel™, the Explore Your World: Extreme titles focus on the extremes of core reference subjects.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Explore our awesome planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel, the Explore your World: Awesome titles give core reference subjects an awe-inspiring twist.

Explore our extreme planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel™, the Explore Your World: Extreme titles focus on the extremes of core reference subjects.

Explore our awesome planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel, the Explore your World: Awesome titles give core reference subjects an awe-inspiring twist.

Explore our extreme planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel™, the Explore Your World: Extreme titles focus on the extremes of core reference subjects.

Explore our awesome planet with these remarkable guides. Produced in association with Discovery Channel, the Explore your World: Awesome titles give core reference subjects an awe-inspiring twist.

Lavishly illustrated throughout, this title provides children with masses of knowledge about the creatures that once existed on our planet. Each numbered fact acts as a benchmark, and as children read they can clearly chart their progress. Cartoons, quizzes, fun facts and projects are scattered throughout and actively encourage reading and learning.

This brilliant new series is bursting with fantastic information, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs. Go on a journey through the world’s harshest environments, including polar lands and rainforests. Find out how earthquakes occur, why Antarctica is in peril, and which animals live in the rainforest layers.

Perfect for aspiring young artists, these books provide a fantastic way to get kids drawing. Simple, step-by-step illustrations are accompanied by clear instructions, helping children to progress from sketching basic outlines to creating detailed, colourful drawings.

This highly illustrated anthology of well-loved poems will introduce the whole family to the pleasures of reading poetry. Organised by theme into sections such as such as Love, Wit and Humour, Food and Drink, and Animals, Great Poems is a superb collection that will appeal to all ages and interests.

This highly successful series is now available in paperback. Each title presents the reader with action-packed text and amazing facts and statistics on a wide variety of science and technological topics and is illustrated in colour throughout. A grid system gives each square of the books a unique co-ordinate, making it possible to direct the young scientist to any related articles with precision. The books include child-friendly websites that are a great way to learn more, both at home and at school. Subjects include space, plants, planet Earth, the human body, animal life, inventions, how things work and great scientists.

Lavishly illustrated throughout, this title provides children with masses of knowledge about all aspects of history. Each numbered fact acts as a benchmark, and as children read they can clearly chart their progress. Cartoons, quizzes, fun facts and projects are scattered throughout and actively encourage reading and learning.

This practical handbook is the ultimate equine identification guide. The opening section of the book introduces the reader to horse anatomy, caring for a horse and the equipment used for horse riding. Thirty-seven breeds are included, covering hotbloods, warmbloods, coldbloods and ponies. Each factfile not only gives important identification tips with beautiful photographs, but also vital stats, including origin, colour, characteristics and uses.

This marvellous collection of rib-tickling tales features a host of best-loved authors from Edward Lear to Rudyard Kipling. Each book contains four hilarious stories and extracts accompanied by superbly silly illustrations.

This marvellous collection of rib-tickling tales features a host of best-loved authors from Edward Lear to Rudyard Kipling. Each book contains four hilarious stories and extracts accompanied by superbly silly illustrations.

This marvellous collection of rib-tickling tales features a host of best-loved authors from Edward Lear to Rudyard Kipling. Each book contains four hilarious stories and extracts accompanied by superbly silly illustrations.

This highly successful series is now available in paperback. Each title presents the reader with action-packed text and amazing facts and statistics on a wide variety of science and technological topics and is illustrated in colour throughout. A grid system gives each square of the books a unique co-ordinate, making it possible to direct the young scientist to any related articles with precision. The books include child-friendly websites that are a great way to learn more, both at home and at school. Subjects include space, plants, planet Earth, the human body, animal life, inventions, how things work and great scientists.

Perfect for aspiring young artists, our How to Draw titles are a fantastic way to get kids drawing in seconds. With simple instructions and step-by-step illustrations children can learn to draw 15 different awesome animals, from simple outlines to detailed, colourful drawings.

Perfect for aspiring young artists, our How to Draw titles are a fantastic way to get kids drawing in seconds. With simple instructions and step-by-step illustrations children can learn to draw 15 different baby animals, from simple outlines to detailed, colourful drawings.

Perfect for aspiring young artists, our How to Draw titles are a fantastic way to get kids drawing in seconds. With simple instructions and step-by-step illustrations children can learn to draw 15 different brilliant bugs, from simple outlines to detailed, colourful drawings.

Perfect for aspiring young artists, our How to Draw titles are a fantastic way to get kids drawing in seconds. With simple instructions and step-by-step illustrations children can learn to draw 15 different cool cars from simple outlines to detailed, colourful drawings.

Perfect for aspiring young artists, our How to Draw titles are a fantastic way to get kids drawing in seconds. With simple instructions and step-by-step illustrations children can learn to draw 15 different magical fairies, from simple outlines to detailed, colourful drawings.

Perfect for aspiring young artists, our How to Draw titles are a fantastic way to get kids drawing in seconds. With simple instructions and step-by-step illustrations children can learn to draw 15 different scary dinosaurs, from simple outlines to detailed, colourful drawings.

This highly successful series is now available in paperback. Each title presents the reader with action-packed text and amazing facts and statistics on a wide variety of science and technological topics and is illustrated in colour throughout. A grid system gives each square of the books a unique co-ordinate, making it possible to direct the young scientist to any related articles with precision. The books include child-friendly websites that are a great way to learn more, both at home and at school. Subjects include space, plants, planet Earth, the human body, animal life, inventions, how things work and great scientists.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is presented with cutaways and exploded views to help children understand each idea. Clear text accompanies each topic, along with annotations and snippets of extra information. Photographs are used to place subjects in context and more difficult concepts are explained through the use of hand-drawn colour diagrams.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is presented with cutaways and exploded views to help children understand each idea. Clear text accompanies each topic, along with annotations and snippets of extra information. Photographs are used to place subjects in context and more difficult concepts are explained through the use of hand-drawn colour diagrams.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is presented with cutaways and exploded views to help children understand each idea. Clear text accompanies each topic, along with annotations and snippets of extra information. Photographs are used to place subjects in context and more difficult concepts are explained through the use of hand-drawn colour diagrams.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is accompanied by clear annotations to help children understand each idea.

Take a detailed look at how machines operate and how nature works with this fantastic series. Highly detailed, realistic artwork is presented with cutaways and exploded views to help children understand each idea. Clear text accompanies each topic, along with annotations and snippets of extra information. Photographs are used to place subjects in context and more difficult concepts are explained through the use of hand-drawn colour diagrams.

This highly successful series is now available in paperback. Each title presents the reader with action-packed text and amazing facts and statistics on a wide variety of science and technological topics and is illustrated in colour throughout. A grid system gives each square of the books a unique co-ordinate, making it possible to direct the young scientist to any related articles with precision. The books include child-friendly websites that are a great way to learn more, both at home and at school. Subjects include space, plants, planet Earth, the human body, animal life, inventions, how things work and great scientists.

Each book in this fiendishly frightening collection will thrill, chill and thoroughly entertain young readers. Classic stories with a creepy twist, as well as a host of lesser-known tales, have been imaginatively retold for children and beautifully illustrated.

This exciting series introduces children to how they might survive in difficult environments. Starting with jungle and polar habitats, each book has six sections that give information on equipment, how to find food, water and make basic shelters, and how to navigate across difficult terrain. There are practical activities to try at home and tip boxes explain basic survival skills.

With 10 experiments, this fantastic book introduces children to the basics of science in a fun, appealing way. Each experiment is accompanied by an introduction to a scientific concept, clear photographic step-by-step instructions, a list of materials needed, and a an explanation to make children think. Children will have hours of practical fun – and learn something new.

Each book in this fiendishly frightening collection will thrill, chill and thoroughly entertain young readers. Classic stories with a creepy twist, as well as a host of lesser-known tales, have been imaginatively retold for children and beautifully illustrated.

With 10 experiments, this fantastic book introduces children to the basics of science in a fun, appealing way. Each experiment is accompanied by an introduction to a scientific concept, clear photographic step-by-step instructions, a list of materials needed, and a an explanation to make children think. Children will have hours of practical fun – and learn something new.

Bursting with fascinating information, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs, Mighty Warriors takes readers on a journey through a brave world. Get ready to find out who built
the greatest empire of the ancient world, which weapons were used by infantry, and why the samurai followed a special code.

Get close to the most amazing animals on the planet with this mega title. Dramatic panoramic photographs of each species are combined with key facts to create a reference book that packs a punch. Also included are 100 collectable animal profile cards, giving ‘expert’s choice’ statistics to help readers decide which animal is their ultimate choice for the number one spot.