John Malam is a British historian and archaeologist who specializes in writing non-fiction for children. His work delves into history and archaeology, bringing past worlds to life for young readers. Malam's approach is both informative and engaging, making complex subjects accessible to his audience. Through his books, he aims to foster a sense of curiosity and a love for history in children.
This fact-packed information book combines meticulous picture research and compelling text, all structured and designed to engage young readers. The Story of the First World War for Children (1914-1918) is produced in conjunction with London's Imperial War Museum.
Detská encyklopédia dinosaurov je prehľadný a zrozumiteľný sprievodca svetom zvierat, ktoré kráčali po povrchu Zeme pred mnohými miliónmi rokov. Je plná fascinujúcich údajov a zaujímavých informácií. Dozviete sa ktorý dinosaurus bol najväčší, čím sa dinosaury živili, prečo mali niektoré dinosaury rohy a panciere, ako dinosaury vyhynuli a mnoho iných zaujímavých informácií.
Every morning the farm animals get up early, but Pig is so lazy he always stays in bed! Will he ever get up in time to enjoy the very best part of the day?
A must have book for dino fans - all the latest information at your fingertips!e.explore: Dinosaur is a unique combination of a book and an exclusive website, created with Google'¢, the world's most popular search engine.Use the book to read all about dinosaurs, then go online to the special website to discover even more. Go on location with fossil hunters, analyse their finds in the laboratory, and follow the reconstruction processes behind the creation of life-size museum models, virtual reality reconstructions, and Hollywood animatronics.All the internet links have been specifically selected, giving you all the latest exciting information on dinosaurs. Linked to the National Curriculum, this book is perfect for projects, or just for fun - homework need never be boring again.To find out more about how e.explore: Dinosaur works, go to www.dinosaur.dke-explore.com and take a sneak preview.
Learn 100 facts about pyramids all over the world.
The year is 1922. English archaeologist, Howard Carter, lights a candle to look inside the tomb he has found, and sees something no one had seen for 3000 years. He has found Tutankhamun's tomb. And everywhere he looks, is the glint of gold! But who is Tutankhamun? And how did he live? Just like Carter, you'll discover the secrets of the 'boy king', who became pharaoh of Egypt when he was just eight years old. You'll also explore ideas about how Tutankhamun died and what happened to his tomb in the 3000 years before Carter discovered it. But what's that about a curse, you ask? Read on, if you dare... Tutankhamun: Search for the Lost Pharaoh is part of the Astro range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Astro books are ideal for struggling and reluctant readers aged 7-11. Each book is dual-banded so that children can improve their fluency whilst enjoying exciting fiction and non-fiction relevant to their age. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Interest age: 8-9 Reading age: 7-8 years
Do you think being a Roman gladiator seems glamorous? Think again! At gladiator school, you'll be taught to fight, kill, and die in a suitably sporting manner to entertain the Roman crowds. If you survive, you could become a hero - but don't count on it. This title in the popular You Wouldn't Want to Be series features full-colour illustrations which combine humour and accurate technical detail. Featuring brand new extra content including a timeline, fun facts a list of 'top' characters and a map
A book of questions and answers provides information on outer space, the solar system and its planets, and the structure and geography of the Earth.
Four little bunnies live under the roots of a big, old oak tree in Dingle Wood. There's Rocky, Bramble, Fern, and ... Daisy, the forgetful bunny! This is the story of Daisy, who seems to forget everything. The detailed pictures and easy text ensure that young children will enjoy this book.
Indiana Jones, ficticious archeologist-adventurer from the popular films by George Lucas, describes the civilization of ancient Egypt, its history, geography, dynasties, daily life, religion, art and influences on subsequent civilizations. Suggested level: intermediate, junior secondary.
Games to Play, Things to Make, Activities to Enjoy
“ The 1940s House Activity Book” aims to be an engaging and inspiring approach to the history of the 1940s for children and about children, with a wide range of activities through which they can learn about life in Britain during World War II.
e.explore: Dinosaur presents the landmark discoveries of the last 200 years, goes on location with today's great fossil hunters, investigates the many different kinds of evidence they seek, analyses their finds in the laboratory, and follows the reconstruction processes behind the creation of life-size museum models, virtual reality reconstructions, and Hollywood animatronics. Dramatic illustrations bring to life the best-known finds by combining the latest scholarship and the latest, dazzling Photoshop and CGI techniques. e.explore is a unique combination of book and website, created with Google, the world's most popular search engine. The book gives you all the basics that are difficult to find online, and the website directs you to a whole wealth of specially selected and authenticated sites to allow the user to explore further.
"The rise of the samurai is brilliantly portrayed through 100 facts, fantastic images and fun cartoons. Get the inside story of famous commanders, find out how weapons were made and learn about the clever tactics behind battle formations"--Cover [4].
A biography of the Italian Renaissance artist and inventor who was recognized as one of the cleverest men of his time
'Avoid Sailing in the Spanish Armada!' is an ideal text for shared and guided reading for Key Stage 2 pupils within the framework of the National Literacy Strategy.
This work takes you on a journey to a lost world and helps you come face to face with dinosaurs! It's a thrilling dinosaur adventure.
Why did the colonies break away from Great Britain, and how did they do it? This book charts the progress of the Revolutionary War from a few scattered protests to an armed conflict that led to the creation of the United States of America and changed the face of the globe.
This revised guide tells the complete story of the Norman Conquest, from William's claim to the throne to the impact of the Normans on Britain's culture and landscape. This classic Pitkin Guide includes illustrations from the Bayeux tapestry and a diagram of the armies and their struggles.
Anyone can create a masterpiece with just a pencil and paper!
It's not just a question of learning to fight - a ninja must know how to move without being seen, how to endure boredom and exhaustion, and how to work as part of a team. IThis interactive series will enthrall young and reluctant readers (Ages 8-12) by making them part of the story, inviting them to become the main character. Each book uses humorous illustrations to depict the sometimes dark and horrific side of life during important eras in history. In the mid-16th century, rival warlords are fighting for control of Japan. They need the services of the "shadow warriors" - young men and women who have been trained in the techniques of stealth warfare. Do you have the discipline to become one of them?
The name King Arthur echoes loudly down the centuries, conjuring up rich images of mystery and power, chivalry and romance.
A biography of the Italian explorer who made several voyages of discovery for England including the discovery of the North American mainland in 1497.
You are a Victorian schoolchild. Growing up in Britain in the 1880s wasn't easy. For a young child in school the going is tough and the punishments are hard. This title in the best-selling children’s history series, You Wouldn't Want To…, features full-colour illustrations which combine humour and accurate technical detail and a narrative approach placing readers at the centre of the history, encouraging them to become emotionally-involved with the characters and aiding their understanding of what life would have been like as a Victorian schoolchild. Informative captions, a complete glossary and an index make this title an ideal introduction to the conventions of information books for young readers. It is an ideal text for Key Stage 2 shared and guided reading and helps achieve the goals of the Scottish Standard Curriculum 5-14.
Provides introduction to young readers learning about ancient Greece. This book includes information on topics including housing, clothes, festivals and games, food and drink, and gods and temples. It shows how everyday men, women and children lived their lives. It comes with date chart, glossary, further information and index.
An illustrated survey of the society, culture, and history of ancient Greece
How To Draw Cartoon Animals features step-by-step guides to drawing wild and domestic animals like crocodiles, elephants, cats and dogs.
Big Picture series brings the world and its wonders to life for young readers. Full of fascinating information from across the globe, from animals and homes to the most interesting jobs in history.
This book shows the reader how to grow their own strawberries and then turn them into a delicious smoothie drink.
Do you have what it takes to be a ninja warrior? Could you make the grade as one of Japan's silent, stealthy and most feared fighters? Before you answer that, you need to know what life is like for a so-called 'shadow warrior' - then maybe you'll decide you wouldn't want to be a ninja warrior at all.
As a man brought up in a British coal-mining village in the 1860s, you have to endure the dangers and difficulties of working underground in a Victorian mine. Learn how to get by with a succession of 'Handy hints', such as not forgetting to take a canary down the mine with you. Find out how pit ponies are used, how the coal is mined, and how to survive deep underground. You'll soon learn that you really wouldn't want to be a Victorian miner! This title in the best-selling children’s history series, You Wouldn't Want To…, features full-colour illustrations which combine humour and accurate technical detail and a narrative approach placing readers at the centre of the history, encouraging them to become emotionally-involved with the characters and aiding their understanding of what life would have been like working as a Victorian miner. Informative captions, a complete glossary and an index make this title an ideal introduction to the conventions of information books for young readers. It is an ideal text for Key Stage 2 shared and guided reading and helps achieve the goals of the Scottish Standard Curriculum 5-14.
Get ready… as the captain of a Spanish treasure ship sailing in the Spanish Main, you're about to get captured as a pirate's prisoner! Pirates have many ingenious tortures, and once they have got what they want from you, the best you can hope for is to be marooned on an island. This title in the best-selling children’s history series, You Wouldn't Want To…, features full-colour illustrations which combine humour and accurate technical detail and a narrative approach placing reaworld warders at the centre of the history, encouraging them to become emotionally-involved with the characters and aiding their understanding of what life would have been like as a pirate’s prisoner. Informative captions, a complete glossary and an index make this title an ideal introduction to the conventions of information books for young readers. It is an ideal text for Key Stage 2 shared and guided reading and helps achieve the goals of the Scottish Standard Curriculum 5-14.
Get ready... finding food and shelter in the ice age is not easy. You must be ready to trek for miles in search of prey, and that's the easy part: then you have to catch a mammoth! The humorous cartoon-style illustrations and the narrative approach encourage readers to get emotionally involved with the characters and to follow the story of the mammoth hunters living in the Ice Age
The year is 1842, and you have been taken from your mother in London to work in a cotton mill in smoky Manchester. The work is hard and dangerous: you are likely to go deaf and suffer from lung disease, and you could easily lose limbs. Is there no hope for you? Will things ever get better? Will you see your mother again? This title in the best-selling children’s history series, You Wouldn't Want To…, features full-colour illustrations which combine humour and accurate technical detail and a narrative approach placing readers at the centre of the history, encouraging them to become emotionally-involved with the characters and aiding their understanding of what life would have been like working in a Victorian mill. Informative captions, a complete glossary and an index make this title an ideal introduction to the conventions of information books for young readers. It is an ideal text for Key Stage 2 shared and guided reading and helps achieve the goals of the Scottish Standard Curriculum 5-14.
As a French refugee in the Second World War, you find hope in the Special Operations Executive in Britain. Your task? You must 'set Europe ablaze' by disrupting the Germans as much as possible. You must learn to fight and survive in your work as a secret agent, using an arsenal of gadgets such as explosive rats and noiseless guns. "You Wouldn't Want To Be" is a constantly-growing library of exciting titles which transport the reader to the grisliest times and places in history. The first-person narrative approach puts the reader in the shoes of some of the most unfortunate people ever to have lived. Humorous cartoon-style illustrations bring the characters to life, while informative captions explain processes or chronological events.
Take yourself back 3,000 years to Bronze Age Britain. A group of round wooden houses stand on stilts above a river. Suddenly there is panic - fire is spreading! Everyone escapes but the houses burn and crash into the water below, along with all of their contents. Now, fast forward to the present day -archaeologists have discovered the village and are digging up the houses, which have been preserved like perfect time capsules. What amazing secrets do they reveal about Bronze Age life? Discovery of a Bronze Age Village is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 8-10 years
Anyone can create a masterpiece with just a pencil and paper!
In "Questions & Answers - Earth & Universe," discover fascinating questions and surprising answers about our planet and the cosmos. Explore topics like the origin of life on Earth, dinosaurs, the largest planet in our solar system, and more. Uncover exciting secrets about Earth and space!
Die Entwicklung und Herstellung eines Buches von der ersten Idee bis zur Lesefreude bei den Nutzern wird als Weg Schritt für Schritt mit einfachen Worten und farbigen Fotos beschrieben und mit Hilfen zum Textverständnis ergänzt.
Wer möchte schon in der Eiszeit verhungern? „Cooler“ geht's wohl wirklich nicht. Wenn Du in der Eiszeit nicht verhungern willst, musst Du auf Mammutjagd gehen - egal, wie gefährlich das ist. Sei vorsichtig, denn Mammuts sind groß und stark und haben riesige Zähne … Ein neuer Band der coolen Klopp grafix-Sachbuchreihe „Zum Glück.“ - mit kurzen Texten, vielen Illustrationen und spannenden Themen, perfekt für Lesemuffel!
Alle Mann an Deck! Piraten in Sicht! Als Kapitän einer spanischen Galeone wirst du von Piraten festgenommen, die dein Gold rauben. Sie wollen, dass du deine Freunde verrätst. Hältst du dicht? Was wäre wenn? Schlüpfe in die Geschichte und kämpfe um dein Leben! „Zum Glück.“ - die Klopp grafix-Sachbuchreihe: Wissen mal anders - immer lustig, immer lehrreich und locker. Mit vielen Illustrationen und Comics.
Das unverzichtbare Fußballbuch Dieses Buch ist eine wahre Goldgrube für alle Fußballfans, denn es ist ein Nachschlagewerk, auf das niemand mehr verzichten möchte, hat er es einmal in der Hand gehalten. Es ist DIE Enzyklopädie des schönsten Sports der Welt, vollgepackt mit Informationen. Zugleich wirkt das Buch auch ohne Worte: Etwa 800 Fotos erzählen die Geschichte und Gegenwart des Fußballs auf eine eigene Art und Weise. • Alle Topligen dieser Welt mit Klub- und Spielerporträts, einschließlich Bundesliga, Premier League, La Liga, Serie A, Major League Soccer u. v. m. • Alle wichtigen Meisterschaften auf Nationalmannschaftsebene, u. a. alle FIFA-Weltmeisterschaften, Olympischen Spiele und Europameisterschaften, Africa Cup etc. • Alle wichtigen Vereinswettbewerbe: Champions League, Copa Libertadores u. v. m. • Alle FIFA-Mitglieder – von Afghanistan bis Simbabwe – mit Logos und Landesfarben • Porträts der bedeutendsten Nationalmannschaften und wichtigsten Vereinsmannschaften aus Deutschland, Brasilien, Argentinien, Spanien, Italien und vielen weiteren Ländern • Statistiken und Fakten in Hülle und Fülle • Faszinierende Fotos
Wer diese Bücher gelesen hat, der weiß Bescheid! Klein und handlich präsentiert sich diese DK-Taschenbuch-Reihe und innen verbirgt sich viel Wissenswertes! Fakten, Fakten, Fakten zu Themen, die Kinder begeistern, aufbereitet mit tollen Fotos und spannenden, altersgerechten Texten. Wie ging es bei den legendären Römern zu? Wie lebte, arbeitete und wohnte man im alten Rom? Eine Reise in die Antike zur Großfamilie in der Villa, zu den Gladiatoren im Kolosseum, zum Kaiser im Palast und zu den Legionären auf dem Schlachtfeld. Ab 10 Jahren
Alles, was Kinder von alten Kulturen wissen wollen, finden sie in der Reihe „Geschichte in Bildern“: Detaillierte Illustrationen, verknüpft mit archäologischen Fundstücken, lassen die Antike lebendig werden und geben Kindern ein genaues Bild vom Alltag der Menschen in früheren Zeiten. Jede Doppelseite enthält zudem weiterführende Internetadressen.
Alles, was Kinder von alten Kulturen wissen wollen, finden sie in der Reihe „Geschichte in Bildern“: Detaillierte Illustrationen, verknüpft mit archäologischen Fundstücken, lassen die Antike lebendig werden und geben Kindern ein genaues Bild vom Alltag der Menschen in früheren Zeiten. Jede Doppelseite enthält zudem weiterführende Internetadressen.
Reich bebilderte Einführung in das Leben im Alten Ägypten und den Totenkult.
Vstúpte do ríše bájí a legiend! Čaká tam na vás napríklad Martinko Klingáč, goblini, trollovia, víly, Snehulienka so siedmimi trpaslíkmi, Baba Jaga a dokonca aj Shrek. Mýtické bytosti sú na celom svete opradené legendami a záhadami. Objavte ich vďaka tejto knižke plnej úžasných príbehov.
Ahoj, kamarádi! Skočte na palubu a zažijte ta nejdivočejší dobrodružství s piráty, kteří vládli všem sedmi mořím. Ukořistěte tento poklad po okraj naplněný trefnými ilustracemi, fantastickými fotografiemi a úžasnými fakty. Suchozemské krysy jako vy se tak aspoň dozví, který mořský vlk vládnul mořím a kdy. Seznamte se s nejnebezpečnějšími nájezdy pirátů na volném moři a poznejte špinavé triky prosolených mořských tresek!
Po encyklopedii určitě s nadšením sáhnou malí čtenáři, dychtící po poznání neuvěřitelného světa dinosaurů. Každého dětského "vědce" na první pohled zaujmou působivé kreslené obrázky plné pohybu a napětí. Encyklopedie dinosaurů naprosto přehledně a stručně popisuje podle nejnovějších poznatků z nálezů zkamenělin různé druhy dinosaurů - jejich mnohdy zvláštní vzhled i způsob života. Setkáme se také se zajímavými teoriemi o tom, proč dinosauři nakonec vyhynuli. Závěr knihy tvoří slovníček užitečných výrazů a abecední rejstřík s českými, ale i vědeckými názvy dinosaurů.
Zajímavé poznatky o světě, kniha je určená spíše pro děti.
The adventures of an orphan boy who is forced to practice thievery and live a life of crime in nineteenth-century London.
Objev vzrušující svět dinosaurů s tímto atlasem se samolepkami, jež září ve tmě! Prehistorický svět byl plný úžasných tvorů, od děsivého tyranosaura přes ostnatého stegosaura až po mírného obra diplodoka. Při čtení tohoto samolepkového atlasu se dozvíš základní informace a zajímavosti o různých dinosaurech. K jednotlivým dinosaurům dolepíš správné samolepky. Pak můžeš svůj pokoj přeměnit v dechberoucí dinopark – na rozkládací plakát s obří nástěnnou mapou nalepíš samolepky dinosaurů zářící ve tmě. Odhal dinosauří svět v tom pravém světle! Obsahuje velký rozkládací plakát, také přes 300 samolepek včetně 70 dinosaurů zářících ve tmě!
Kde na světě můžu přespat v hotelu zhotoveném pouze z ledu? Kolik vody každou minutu proteče Niagarskými vodopády? K čemu sloužilo Koloseum? Kolik času trvá projet celou Transsibiřskou magistrálu? Který světadíl je největší? A jaká zvířata žijí v Austrálii? V této knize najdeš odpovědi na tyto a další rozmanité otázky. Získáš základní přehled o světadílech a jejich regionech. Dozvíš se spoustu zajímavých faktů o přírodních úkazech, zvířatech, stavbách a kulturních tradicích. Zjistíš, jak zajímavá a rozmanitá jsou místa na naší planetě. Uvnitř knihy na tebe čekají dvoustránkové mapy s vyobrazením nejzajímavějších míst pro každou oblast a k tomu více než 150 samolepek, které je potřeba umístit na správná místa v mapě. Každá kapitola obsahuje fascinující informace o jednotlivých regionech. Na konci knihy je pro tebe připravený kvíz s otázkami: zjisti, kolik si toho pamatuješ a co nového ses dozvěděl. Pojďme společně prozkoumat nejneuvěřitelnější místa, zvířata a další přírodní a kulturní zajímavosti!
Objav svet dinosaurov s atlasom so samolepkami, ktorý žiari v tme! Obsahuje rozkladací plagát plus viac ako 300 samolepiek vrátane 70 svietiacich dinosaurov.
