An amusing and informative history of the toilet, from cavemen's holes in the ground to Thomas Crapper's flushing toilet. Equally interesting tales of telephones, frozen food, soccer nets, safety razors and space inventions follow. Ages 5-7.[...]
One of three new titles in this burgeoning series, providing a great introduction to the remarkable lives of important historical figures.[...]
A fantastic new flap book, which takes a humorous yet historically accurate look at life in a Thirteenth Century medieval castle. Inventive embedded flaps on each double-page spread allow children to explore the hidden world of the castle, peeking inside stables, tents, and carriages along the way.[...]
Provides introduction to the remarkable lives of important historical figures. Each book describes a famous life, following the protagonist through their triumphs and tribulations. This book has lively speech, colourful illustrations and photographs that bring the reader closer to the action as the [...]
New addition to series three of the Young Reading Programme.
Each title in this series contains a vivid evocation of a major historical catastrophe, in an easy-to-follow manner. 'Pompeii' recounts the tragic story of the Italian city that came to a sudden end upon the furious eruption of the volcano Vesuvius.[...]
Take a journey back in time to the days of gladiators, galleys, centurions and Caesar in this fabulous illustrated guide to Ancient Rome. Contains over fifty flaps, which children can lift to go behind the scenes of Roman life, examining the lives of both noble and ordinary Romans in incredible deta[...]
Allows young children to discover the inner workings of the human body in a gently humorous, yet wholly accurate way. Colour illustrations and diagrams display all the major organs of the human body and are accompanied by witty, clear and informative factual text. It contains over fifty flaps, which[...]
That turnip's ready," said the farmer, one morning. But he can't pull it out of the ground. Soon he has a string of helpers but the turnip just won't budge. How big can this turnip be?[...]
Delve under London's streets from the days when the Romans ruled through to the hustle and bustle of the modern-day capital. Part of the "See Inside" series, this title includes double page spreads on medieval times, the Tudor period, the Plague, the Great Fire of London, the restoration, Victorian [...]
Helps readers explore the furthest reaches of our universe, learning how it began and our place among the stars. This book includes double page spreads of the Big Bang, how the first suns and planets were formed and our very own solar system.[...]
This is a brand new series on the world's most exciting vehicles, sure to appeal to boys of all ages and reading abilities. It is full of information on racing cars from how they were invented, the rules, circuits and cars of Formula One and a break down of the different models of indy, stock, rally[...]
When a young boy meets a dragon who doesn't believe in violence, he has to defend his new friend from the slash-happy St George the dragonslayer.[...]
Delve deep into the mysteries of Earth's geography to reveal the hidden secrets of life on our planet. Includes double page spreads on mountains, deserts, the oceans, the atmosphere and icy landscapes such as Antarctica, each one bursting with flaps to lift to reveal scientific and natural history i[...]
It smells horrible and looks disgusting, but rubbish hasn't always been a problem. Some of it can even be useful. Intended for children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories, this title tells its intriguing story, past ancient animal droppings, st[...]
From submersibles to squirrel fish, this picture puzzle book helps children find all the things under the sea. It features busy scenes of different habitats that provide material for both readers and pre-readers to talk about. It also includes illustrations that help children develop skills in readi[...]
This is a beautiful board book, with over 60 flaps. It provides friendly, charming answers to challenging questions that young children love to ask. Bold, question word headings (Who? Why? Where? etc.) bring together an eclectic mix of subject areas, making it the perfect book to dip into. The illus[...]
The complete story of Mandela's life, from his rural childhood to his time with the ANC, his fight against apartheid, his time undercover as 'the Black Pimpernel', the 27 years he spent in prison and finally his appointment as South Africa's first black president. A moving story of how a country's m[...]
This is the classic story of "The Enormous Turnip" retold with simple text and delightful illustrations. When the farmer can't pull a turnip out of the ground, he enlists his entire family to help him. But just how big can a turnip grow? First Reading Level Three titles help beginner readers develop[...]
Many children are fascinated by animals and this engaging flap book will answer lots of their questions. With entertaining and informative illustrations and over 50 flaps to lift and look beneath.[...]
A lift-the-flap information book that introduces readers to the science of weather. It is filled with facts from how hurricanes and floods happen to how global warming is affecting the Earth's climates.[...]
If you know a child who is obsessed with dinosaurs and constantly asking about these amazing prehistoric creatures, this engaging, interactive flap book will answer lots of their questions. With entertaining and informative illustrations and over 50 flaps to lift and look beneath.[...]
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