Deborah Chancellor is a versatile author writing fiction and non-fiction for children. Her prolific output spans nearly 100 books, published by leading houses. She crafts engaging biographies for teenagers, adapts Bible stories for preschoolers, and creates teen fiction for older children with reading difficulties. Her work's global reach is evidenced by translations into numerous languages.
A brand-new first reference series for young readesr, who will be hooked by dramatically illustrated scenes. Readers can follow the narrative text if they wish, or use the colourful icons to guide them to bite-sized facts and additional info. And for the most curious there is a "more to explore" section at the back of the book.
Working in the dark shadows of Elizabeth I's glory, the spymaster Sir Francis Walsingham protects his queen with plots, entrapment and torture. When Kit is forced into Walsingham's service, he is horrified at what he sees. Can he work in Walsingham's police state and live with himself? And what will happen if Walsingham ceases to protect him? Some secrets are deadly...
This beautifully illustrated book takes children on an exciting, day-by-day adventure through the Bible, from beginning to end. Children will love the vibrant illustrations and the clear, lively text. Familiar Bible characters come to life with Anna Leplar's colorful artwork. Along with 366 captivating stories, there is an illustrated map. A Bible reference is provided for each story, and helpful indexes of people, places, and things are also included. A treat for the whole family!
A girl follows Polly the worker bee collecting pollen and nectar from various flowers, and bringing it back to the hive where it is stored in the honeycomb. We meet the queen bee and the drones, and finally see honey being harvested and enjoyed.
First paperback edition in this topical non-fiction collection about sustainability, now expanded to include new material. A child follows a day in the life of Milly the cow, as she munches grass with her friends, drinks gallons of water, and visits the milking parlour with her farmer. Milly's milk is made into butter, cheese and yoghurt.
The third title in this stylish, narrative non-fiction series that explores where our food is from, follows a day in the life of Shelly Hen as she hangs out with her flock and lays a tasty fresh egg.
The story features a child narrator who shares the seasonal journey of growing fruit with her Granny, highlighting activities like planting in fall, pruning in winter, and harvesting in summer. The narrative emphasizes the importance of nature and gardening, while the backmatter offers engaging educational content, including a matching game, fruit-growing facts, various fruit types, and a simple recipe for kids. This interactive approach enriches the reading experience and encourages hands-on learning about gardening.
The story follows a little girl who assists her Granny Pip in nurturing fruit bushes. Through planting, fertilizing, pruning, and harvesting, the girl learns about the joys and responsibilities of gardening. This delightful journey emphasizes the importance of nature, family bonding, and the rewarding experience of growing one's own food.
A series that explores green issues with engaging stories alongside factual information
A series that explores green issues with engaging stories alongside factual information