Ruth Thomson is an author and editor specializing in children's literature. Her work focuses on crafting engaging narratives and educational content designed to spark young imaginations. With an MA in museum and gallery education, Thomson brings a unique perspective to her writing.
This wonderful book gives children a fresh and informal introduction to both 2-D and 3-D shapes, as well as to concepts such as tessellation, symmetry, and pattern. Superb photographs celebrate the wealth of creativity that is possible by combining squares, triangles, and circles, or cubes, cylinders, and cones. Hands-on projects help give children a firm understanding of shape and encourage them to use their own creativity and imagination.
"for anyone who wants to be a good spy, this is the book for you. It reveals all the tricks and skills you will need: how to follow enemy spies without them knowing, how to write secret messages and hoe to disguise your self at the drop of a hat. This book should be kept near you at all times, so you can check your codes and essages - and keep your secrets out of the hands of the enemy" (publisher).
In this book, children follow a day in the life of a Triceratops, as he wanders away from his herd and has an encounter with a deadly Tyrannosaurus rex.
Focusing on iconic moments captured through photography, the book delves into renowned images such as Stephen Dalton's "Ladybird Take-off," Charles C. Ebbets's "Lunchtime atop a Skyscraper," and Neil Leifer's "Muhammad Ali versus Sonny Liston." It examines the stories behind these powerful photographs, highlighting their historical significance and the emotions they evoke, making them unforgettable pieces of art that have shaped public perception and cultural memory.
Kingfisher First Encyclopedia is the ideal introductory encylopedia for young children, containing a range of favourite topics explained in an understandable, accessible manner. One hundred entries are clearly presented, with simple, informative text and attractive artworks and photographs which aid understanding and enhance the book's appeal to young readers. There are over 1,500 exciting colour illustrations. The encyclopdedia is perfect for children who are just learning to look up information for themselves. The alphabetical arrangement is easy to use, and cross-reference boxes help readers move through the book to find related topics. It includes all the information children will need to find out about the world around them, from animals and plants, geography and weather, transport, science and space to dance, money and sport. The Kingfisher First Encyclopedia makes a superb companion to the Kingfisher First Dictionary and the Kingfisher First Thesaurus, to kick-start a fantastic home reference library.
Anleitungen für 30 Spiele mit Steinen, geeignet für drinnen und draussen
Ein alter, kraftlos werdender Zauberer weiht Nachfolger in seine magischen Künste ein. Rate- und Suchbilderbuch (samt Lösungen). (ab 8)
Alte und neue Murmelspiele, hauptsächlich im Freien zu spielen. (ab 8).
Von R. Thomson/C. Price. - Das Leben der nordamerikanischen Prärie-Indianer, dargestellt in Bild und Wort; mit Spiel- und Bastelanleitungen. (ab 9).
Aan de hand van veel gekleurde tekeningen wordt verteld over vogels, bomen, bloemen en vlinders. Vanaf ca. 10 jaar.
In korte hoofdstukken wordt verteld hoe het komt dat meisjes ongesteld worden en hoe ze daarmee moeten omgaan. Vanaf ca. 11 jaar.
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