This book tells the story of Queen Elizabeth, from when she was a young princess, through to her coronation in 1953 to becoming the longest reigning British monarch in 2015 and celebrating her 90th bi
Did you know that the little white grains that sit in your salt cellar have an amazing story to tell? The simple condiment has caused wars to break out, empires to be conquered and black markets to fl
Did you know that the plain-looking bags you use to brew a steaming mug of tea are steeped in fascinating history? This simple drink has caused wars, been smuggled, been the drink of the elite and eve
Welcome! From the deadliest to the loudest and from the largest to the fastest, this book looks at the amazing record-breakers of the animal kingdom. It uses stunning icons, graphics and visualisation
Top Marques: Racing Cars looks at the history of car racing, and at some of the speediest vehicles around, from the Mercedes AMG Petronas, the Dallara-Honda, the Chevrolet SS, the Audi R18, the Mini a
Top Marques: Supercars looks at the history of supercars, and at some of the most cutting-edge vehicles around, from the Lamborghini Aventador Roadster to the Maclaren P1, the Porsche 918 Spyder, the
China: the Land and People takes you on a whistlestop tour around this most incredible country. Explore its forests, rivers (including the mighty Yangtze), mountains and beaches, and meet some incredi
Regarded as one of the most brilliant theoretical physicists since Einstein, Stephen Hawkins has also defied the odds and this book explores his whole journey from his shocking diagnosis at age 21, th
Brazil: the Land and People takes you on a whistlestop tour around this most incredible country. Explore its rainforests, rivers (including the mighty Amazon), mountains and beaches, and meet some inc
Epic: Scientists focuses on some of history's most remarkable scientists, from Archimedes, Alhazen and Galileo, to Charles Darwin, Albert Einstein and Marie Curie. The book gives a brief biography of
Explore the rich history of London! Find out about when the Romans settled Londinium in AD48, Saxon Lundenwic, William Conqueror and the Tower of London, medieval trade and the Black Death, Tudor Lond
Welcome to the world of infographics! This exciting form of data visualisation uses icons, pictograms and graphics to present information to kids in a whole new way. Marvel at amazing facts about the
Welcome to the world of infographics! This exciting form of data visualisation uses icons, pictograms and graphics to present information about sport to kids in a whole new way. Marvel at world record
Brian Cox, star scientist! The professor of particle physics is probably best known for his hugely popular BBC programmes about our solar system and the universe. But did you know that he is also a me
The At Home With...series uses a fascinating magazine-style approach to reveal what fashionable life was like at the time of the Vikings! Find out all about the invasions and raids in their struggle f
Welcome reader! This is the history book you've been waiting for! Summon your centurions and charge back to the past with us to discover all there is to know about grim gladiators, evil emperors and l
As merry as the day is long. Mistaken identities, jealous relatives, lovers' quarrels and a happy ending...Discover the entertaining story at the heart of Much Ado About Nothing, one of Shakespeare's
To be or not to be? That is the question...A murdered king, his haunted son, a wicked stepfather and a doomed romance...Read on, through madness and mystery, to discover the calamitous tale at the hea
Awesome stats and facts about the greatest football stadiums in the world! From the Nou Camp and the Bernabeu in Spain, to Anfield, Old Trafford, the Emirates and Wembley in England, or the Maracana i
Incredible stats and facts tell you all about the greatest footballer players in the world. From the Premier League to the Bundesliga, Champions League winners to World Cup winners, find out what make
Stone Circles are astounding landmarks scattered over the British Isles. Not only do they provide beauty and wonder, but they remain a Stone Age mystery. It's time to examine them more closely, taking
The ancient settlements discovered in present-day Britain are an incredible record of prehistoric life, giving us clues as to how our stone and bronze age ancestors would have lived. From stone huts t
In 1997, the death of an 87-year-old nun in Kolkata, in India, sparked an outbreak of mourning across the globe. Why? The nun was Mother Teresa - one of the most iconic spiritual figures of the 20th c
The book offers a chronological political history of the Industrial Revolution, as well as chapters on the major themes. Topics include developments in technology, the factory system and working life
Kylie Minogue has been in the spotlight since her role as Charlene in the hit Australian TV show, Neighbours. However, the star is best known for her amazing pop persona and sensational sell-out conce
How do you recognise different types of money, such as notes and coins? When do you get money and how can you look after it?What is Money? answers these questions and more as it introduces you to the
How can you pay for the things that you want? How does spending your money in different ways make you feel?Spending My Money answers these questions and more as it introduces you to the idea of spendi
Doing the right thing isn't always easy! Like all children, Annie sometimes gets really, really angry! For example, if a picture she's drawing isn't just right, or if her mum won't let her have a cook
Doing the right thing isn't always easy! Like all children, Tilly wants to do everything right now, and sometimes she just can't wait! For example, if her brother or a friend is playing with a game or
This book tells you all you need to know to help you start playing football. Step-by-step photos will show you the moves you'll need, there are top tips on improving your game and pro play panels show
The awesome creativity of street football is taking the world of urban street sports by storm - make sure it's on your radar! Look inside to find a real life story of a young, talented street football
The Beckhams are arguably the most famous couple in the media today. David is a hugely talented football player and recently one of the most prominent faces of the London 2012 Olympics. Victoria, one
A beautifully illustrated picture book for children who are starting school for the first time. Going to school is a huge change for young children, this book encourages children to discover the joy o
Explore the people, music, art, sport, food, landscapes and wildlife using this awesome children's travel guide to one of the world's holiday hotspots.Discover:· Croatia's ancient palaces, fairyt
Explore the people, music, art, sport, food, landscapes and wildlife using this awesome children's travel guide to one of the world's most dynamic countries.Discover:· Mexico's ancient abandoned
What sort of work could job-hunters in Ancient Egypt expect to find? What might their colleagues be like? Ancient Egyptians might become law officers, using sniffer dogs to track down criminals, or pr
