The Medieval World
- 96 pages
- 4 hours of reading
Aimed at children aged 8+, this illustrated book takes the reader back to medieval times to explore the castles and courtyards, monastries and manuscripts, and battles and banquets.
Philip Steele Books
Philip Steele's work delves into a broad spectrum of subjects, with a particular emphasis on history, junior biographies, and explorations of diverse peoples and cultures. He crafts engaging narratives that illuminate various facets of the human experience and historical events. Steele is known for his ability to make complex topics accessible and compelling to readers through his clear and approachable writing style.
Encyclopedia of British history
- 256 pages
- 9 hours of reading
ENCYCLOPEDIA OF BRITISH HISTORY IS THE ESSENTIAL BOOK ON THE HISTORY OF THE BRITISH ISLES FOR EVERY HOUSEHOLD. YOU WILL SEE WHAT LIFE WAS LIKE FOR THE FIRST FARMERS AND WITNESS THE INFLUENCES OF THE ROMANS ON BRITISH LIFE. YOU WILL READ ABOUT WHO RAIDED AND SETTLED. YOU WILL DISCOVER WHAT HAPPENED IN THE CHURCH, GOVERNMENT AND POLITICS OVER THE CENTURIES. YOU WILL FOLLOW THE CHANGES IN ARCHITECTURE, INDUSTRY AND EXPLORATION WITH ILLUSTRATIONS AND PHOTOGRAPHS OF THE PEOPLE, THE BATTLES AND THE EVENTS THAT HAVE SHAPED OUR TURBULENT HISTORY.
Incredible Quests: Epic Journeys in Myth & Legend
- 48 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Discover the great myths and legends of journeys and quests among different cultures, and learn how they came about and what they mean.
Engaging young minds, this book explores the intriguing concept of countries and their flags through captivating questions. It covers essential elements of what defines a country, alongside fascinating customs and cultures from around the globe. Each question is paired with entertaining answers that encourage discussion and curiosity. With its open-anywhere format, accessible language, and delightful illustrations, it serves as an excellent resource for both casual browsing and in-depth learning.
The Miles Kelly Book of British History
- 512 pages
- 18 hours of reading
This reference book includes everything you need to know about the history of the British Isles. It reviews thousands of years of culture, events and political intrigue, and follows changes in industry, architecture and exploration.
This humorous twist on the perennially popular Q & A format takes a sideways look at all that is wild and wonderful about the weather. Quirkily illustrated characters and playful text reveal the amazing answers. Find out how clouds make lightning, which plants need the wind, and why Arctic foxes get a new look in winter.
A new range of graded readers from the non-fiction experts!
Journey back to a time before Europeans arrived in search of gold and land, and explore the Inca way of life high in the Andes mountains. Fascinating facts and informative pictures aid understanding, and step-by-step projects help bring the past to life -
Picture Atlas is an exciting way to discover the world we live in. Each region is brought alive with full-color maps, color photographs, and illustrations of the people, wildlife, products, landscape, customs, and architecture. Fact boxes contain information on population, currency, and capital cities. Lively, descriptive text takes the young reader on a fascinating journey around the globe.
Exploring the functions of the brain and the process of digestion, this book captivates young readers with vibrant photos and interactive diagrams. It encourages children to understand their bodies and how various systems work together, making complex concepts accessible and engaging.
