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Find out about Ancient Greece, what people wore, ate and did for fun and learn about some of the most famous philosophers and mathematicians of the age in this compelling book for beginner readers. With light-hearted illustrations and clear, simple text, plus Usborne Quicklinks to take readers to specially selected websites with more information. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 H Book Band Gold BIC CBMC A5N79 Accelerated Reader level 0.5 LYHardback ISBN: 9781474903196 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 204 x...

An exciting illustrated book that answers questions such as “who were the ancient Egyptians?” “why did they build pyramids” and “how were mummies made?”. With short, informative text, vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs of Ancient Egyptian artefacts on every page. Includes internet links to age-appropriate websites with games and activities to find out more. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 H Book Band Gold BIC CBMC A5N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474903226 Exte...

Children can find out what it was like to be a Viking, and learn about Viking homes, feasts, boats, gods and much more in this fascinating book. Colourful illustrations on every page show Viking life in a village and on a raid, alongside full-colour photographs of historical artefacts such as helmets, coins and tools. Perfect for readers who prefer fact to fiction, and those studying the Vikings at school. Internet links take readers to specially selected websites to find out more. Age 4 Key Sta...

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text. Developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Carefully selected Internet links to exciting websites to find out more. Great value hardback books at paperback prices. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E/H Lexile Measure 620L Accelerated Reader level 0.5 LYHardback ISBN: 9780746074480 Extent:...

Who was Queen Elizabeth I and when did she live? What did she wear and who were her enemies? These and other questions are answered with vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, and short informative text. Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Includes links to carefully selected websites via Usborne Quicklinks. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E/H Lexile Measure 600L Hardback ISBN: 9780746074862 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions:...

From Alfred the Great to Queen Elizabeth II, this is the story of one of the oldest monarchies in the world. Discover how Britain’s history has been shaped by the lives, loves, triumphs and tragedies of its kings and queens, brought vividly to life in this stunning hardback book with majestic portraits, colourful timelines and family trees. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 H BIC CBMC C5N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474923606 Extent: 192 pages Dimensions: 258 x 185mmIllustrator Ian McNee...

On November 4th 1605, a traitor was caught beneath the Houses of Parliament with a plot to kill the king. This is the extraordinary story of the Gunpowder Plot from its daring beginning to its grisly end, specially written for young readers who are growing in confidence. With colourful illustrations on every page, a timeline and list of key people. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 H Lexile Measure 890L Book Band Lime BIC CBMC B5N79 CEFR Level B2 Hardback ISBN: 9781474922036 Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 196...

A colourful sticker book with 13 medieval scenes and over 200 reusable stickers to dress the knights in armour or jousting gear and arm them with shields, swords and lances. Scenes include Normans and Saxons, the Crusades, a castle siege, knights in training and a fantastic feast, plus information about life in the Middle Ages. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 BIC CBMC B2L79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474929035 Extent: 24 pages 10 pages stickers Dimensions: 305 x 238mmAuthor/Editor Kate DaviesIllustrator Jean-Seb...

Who were the Maya? Where did they live? Why did they build tall stone temples? Beginner readers can discover the answers to these questions and lots of other fascinating facts about the Maya in this engaging information book. With simple text, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs, plus internet links to specially selected websites. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 H Lexile Measure 790L Book Band Gold BIC CBMC A5N79 Accelerated Reader level 0.5 LYHardback ISBN: 9781474921824 Extent: 32 pages D...

From dramatic sieges to jousting battles, little children can bring medieval scenes to life with this exciting activity book. There are over 180 rub-down transfers of knights, armour, weapons and dragons to decorate scenes including knight school, going on a hunt and a royal feast. There’s lots of information about life in medieval times, too. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 Paperback ISBN: 9781474953764 Extent: 24 pages Dimensions: 240 x 170mmAuthor/Editor Abigail WheatleyIllustrator Marco Bonatti...

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text. Developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Carefully selected Internet links to exciting websites to find out more. Great value hardback books at paperback prices. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E/H Lexile Measure 620L Accelerated Reader level 0.5 LYHardback ISBN: 9780746074480 Extent:...

A creative and educational title that gives young children a chance to develop their drawing skills and learn all about dinosaurs. The lively artwork can literally be lifted from the page. The book contains six stencils with two different templates to draw around. The stencils can be used again and again, popping out and back in to the pages of the book. Adventurous artists can even use the templates to create their own scenes and narratives. Age 3 Key Stage KS1 A Hardback ISBN: 9780746069530 Ex...

How big were dinosaurs and what did they eat? Which were friendly and which were scary? For children beginning to read on their own, this book is an exciting introduction to dinosaurs. Illustrated with fabulous photos and artwork. Easy-to-read text specially written with the help of a reading expert. Internet links to carefully selected websites with pictures, information and activities. Age 4 Key Stage KS1 E/H Lexile Measure 610L Accelerated Reader level 3.6 LYHardback ISBN: 9780746074459 Exten...

Who was Queen Elizabeth I and when did she live? What did she wear and who were her enemies? These and other questions are answered with vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, and short informative text. Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Includes links to carefully selected websites via Usborne Quicklinks. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 E/H Lexile Measure 600L Hardback ISBN: 9780746074862 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions:...

Which dinosaur was the fiercest? How big were the biggest dinosaurs? How do we know about dinosaurs today? This book will take you back in time to find the answers and lots more about the incredible world of dinosaurs. With simple text and stunning photographs and illustrations, plus links to websites with video clips and activities. Age 4 Hardback ISBN: 9781474979375 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 204 x 150mmAuthor/Editor Emily BoneIllustrator Lee Cosgrove...

A sumptuously illustrated treasury of Greek myths filled with lively retellings of stories of brave heroes, powerful gods and terrible monsters, presented in a luxury, cloth-covered hardback. With thirty-two popular and exciting stories including “Pandora’s Box”, “The minotaur and the Labyrinth”, “Jason and the Golden Fleece”. Illustrated notes in the margins offer further insights into the history of Greek myths. Includes an extensive reference section ...

Who were the Aztecs? Where did they live, and what gods did they worship? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this fascinating introduction. With vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, easy-to-read text. Includes information about the everyday life of Aztec people, their trade, sport, food and drink and conflicts, a glossary of unusual words and internet links to carefully chosen websites to find out more. Studying the achievements o...

A colourful activity book full of castle scenes with mazes, dot-to-dots and drawing puzzles to help little children develop the pen control skills that are essential for learning to write. Each scene features a fun medieval castle scene, from the workshop where knights’ armour is made to an exciting royal tournament. Children can follow the dotted outlines to draw spectators at a joust, a knight’s horse, the winding route to the castle through a nearby village and lots more. A fun wa...

Young children can explore a bustling medieval castle in this charming, lift-the-flap non-fiction book. Flaps and peep-through holes in the pages reveal a knight putting on his armour, castle guards counting the king’s treasure and a grand feast with the royal family. A lovely introduction to a popular historical subject for little children. Age 3 Key Stage EYFS BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409582052 Extent: 14 pages Dimensions: 190 x 160mmAuthor/Editor Anna MilbourneIllustrator Felic...

Explore the thrilling history of castles and the people who lived in them in the Middle Ages in this simple and exciting introduction. Each page is colourfully illustrated with scenes from medieval life, alongside photographs of historical artefacts, medieval re-enactments and castles that are still standing today. Great reading practice for children who prefer fact to fiction, with internet links to specially selected websites with video clips and more information. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 H Bo...