A fantastic collection of history poems that conjure up the sights, sounds and smells of the past – both the great events and battles, and ordinary day-to-day activities.
Perfect for young history fans, 1066 and Before That from Brian Moses and Roger Stevens ties in with the history curriculum for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2. There are poems about prehistoric times, mammoths, the Stone Age, the Bronze Age, ancient Greece, Rome and Egypt, Vikings, Anglo-Saxons, Alfred the Great, Normans, King Harold, William the Conqueror and the Battle of Hastings.
You have heard, no doubt, the tale of Master Oliver Twist - that rags-to-riches boy; the parish orphan who became heir to the Brownlow fortune. But what few know is that was a second Twist - a girl, brought into this world moments ahead of her brother.
This is the story of Twill Twist - and her journey through the gambling dens and workhouses of London, as she attempts to make a life for herself, rescue her friends, and uncover the mystery of her past - while meeting some familiar faces along the way...
Re-discover the Artful Dodger, Fagin, and Oliver Twist himself, along with a host of fantastic new heroes and villains, in this brilliantly-imagined, rip-roaring sequel to Dickens' much-loved classic.
Marrying Henry VIII was not an easy option - tips provided in this book include 'think carefully before accepting his proposal' and 'give birth to a son, not a daughter'. Set against a backdrop of turbulence in the royal court, this book describes Henry and his many wives - what went right, what went wrong and what became of them all. You really wouldn't want to be married to Henry VIII! 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.
From the FAMOUS PEOPLE/FAMOUS LIVES series, an account of the life and work of Louis Braille. Illustrated in black and white. Suitable for National Curriculum Key Stage 1 and 2.
What was the perilous pig chase?
Which sport includes the 'naked strangle'?
How did Tarzan become a gold medal winner?
Find out in this illuminating guide to the games. With 300 quiz questions
on every Olympic event, it's guaranteed to keep you guessing,
right up until the closing ceremony!
A new edition of a popular classic
Stunning illustrations from Wayne Anderson, one of the leading fantasy artists of the last 20 years
Stories about dragons from all around the world
Perfect for children (8+) and adults alike
Great Price!
In this sumptuous anthology, David Passes invites us inside the mythical and fantastical world of dragons. He has selected a magnificent mixture of heroic myths, stories and folktales from the storytelling traditions of India, Greece, England, Wales, Sweden and China. Marduck and Tiamat - Babylon, Indra and Vritia – India, Heracles and the Hydra – Greek, Cadmus and the Golden Dragon – Greek, Beowulf and the Fire Dragon – Scandanavia, Saint George – England, The Lambton Worm – England, The Gaoliang Bridge – China, The Chinese Dragon's Pearl – China, The Mordiford Wyvern – Wales.
Age range: 8+ years onwards
Nelson Mandela was:
The first Black president
A leader
An inspiration
Nelson Mandela was known for dedicating his life to fighting for equality in South Africa and overthrowing racial segregation. He grew up hearing the elders' stories of his ancestors' fighting in the wars of resistance, and he dreamed of fighting for the freedom of his people. His childhood wish was granted when he became the first black president of South Africa, and an icon for hope, change and equality.
Explore other extraordinary lives:
The Extraordinary Life of Stephen Hawking
The Extraordinary Life of Michelle Obama
The Extraordinary Life of Katherine Johnson
The Extraordinary Life of Mahatma Gandhi
The Extraordinary Life of Alan Turing
The Extraordinary Life of Serena Williams
The Extraordinary Life of Greta Thunberg
The Extraordinary Life of Amelia Earhart
Rebel, Princess, Suffragette: this is the incredible true story of the life of Princess Sophia Duleep Singh, a forgotten heroine of the early twentieth century.
Born in 1876, Princess Sophia Duleep Singh was the daughter of the last Sikh ruler of the Punjab, and goddaughter of Queen Victoria. After her father lost control of his empire and was exiled to England, Sophia had a privileged but troubled upbringing that left her unsure about where she belonged – in India or England. Sensitive to injustice, she became an suffragette and fought hard to win the vote for women. This is the extraordinary story of her life.
Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.
Some incorrect facts have escaped from author Adam Frost's imagination into this book...Can you figure out which fact is untrue in a sea of brilliantly weird, wonderful and unusual facts? Once you find them make sure you SPLAT them, lasso them, doodle on them - and reveal them as an imposter facts before they go out into the world!
Can you guess which of these facts is NOT true?
Woodlice have blue blood.
Dead cabbage café is the name of a band.
King Edward III banned football in England.
You swallow about one litre of snot a day! (That’s roughly five skips FULL of snot, swallowed during your lifetime.)
When glass snakes are attacked, their tail shatters into little pieces – these pieces jump around and distract the predator… while the rest of the snake escapes!
Hunt for fascinating facts and use your detective skills to uncover the untrue 'fact'. With hilarious illustrations from the brilliant Gemma Correll, you'll need all your brains to uncover the false fact: can you 'squash' the made-up bug fact, decipher hieroglyphics, and join the stars in a night-time sky to find all the answers? Put your skills to the test as you Splat the Fact!
Get ready for a prehistoric adventure! Our first stop is ancient Skara Brae: hidden beneath a sand dune for thousands of years, this Neolithic village lets us step back in time to discover how our ancestors lived. Britain is brimming with these long-abandoned settlements, and exploring them can tell us about the culture, society, technology and beliefs of their inhabitants. It's time to get out your magnifying glass and examine the real evidence that archaeologists have discovered, from top secret tunnels to the remnants of extravagant feasts! 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 to secret tunnels, we examine the evidence they have left behind. It's time to take a closer look at these ancient living places, examining how they were built, the materials used and the evidence of food, cooking, work and past-times. Learn about Skara Brae, Windmill Hill, Durrington Wall, Flag Fen, Carn Euny and many more ancient settlements that can be found across Britain and give evidence of the lives of prehistoric people.
There are four titles in the Prehistoric Adventures series, looking at stone circles, ancient settlements, burial places and hill forts.
