When and where did the first civilisations emerge? How did Britain lead the Industrial Revolution? What was the Suffrage Movement? This encyclopedia will answer these and more hows and whats for you. Learning is made simpler with well-labelled diagrams and an extensive glossary of difficult words. Bonus: the engrossing book comes loaded with Isn’t It Amazing―a section of fun facts to keep you glued for more. This encyclopedia is a must-read for all children! It is well-researched and has child-friendly content The various topics improve knowledge about the world around us and beyondThe content will cater to curious minds and expand their horizon The book comprises a glossary of new and difficult termsIt is an excellent selection for gifting and school libraries Read more

Who were the first animals on Earth? What differentiates a reptile from an amphibian? How do mammals give birth? What do insects eat? This encyclopedia will answer these and more hows and whats for you. Learning is made simpler with well-labelled diagrams and an extensive glossary of difficult words. Bonus: the engrossing book comes loaded with Isn’t It Amazing―a section of fun facts to keep you glued for more. This encyclopedia is a must-read for all children! It is well-researched and has child-friendly content The various topics improve knowledge about the world around us and beyondThe content will cater to curious minds and expand their horizon The book comprises a glossary of new and difficult terms It is an excellent selection for gifting and school libraries Read more

Packed with facts and tantalising anecdotes from experts and bursting with colour photographs, learn all about Ancient Egypt in this fresh take on the subject.It’s time to learn everything about Ancient Egypt!Each book in the National Geographic Kids Everything series has more than 100 pictures, an explorer’s corner with from-the-field anecdotes and tips, fun facts throughout, maps and infographics, an illustrated diagram, a photo gallery, cool comparisons, a behind-the-scenes photograph, an interactive glossary, and more.National Geographic Kids's book 'Weird but true! 2023' was a Sunday Times bestseller w/c 2022-12-12. Read more

Ever looked at the sky and wondered what all is out there in the universe? How did the solar system come into being? What are constellations? How did we reach the Moon? This encyclopedia on space will answer these and more hows and whys for you. Learning is made simpler with well-labelled diagrams and an extensive glossary of difficult words. Bonus: the engrossing book comes loaded with Isn’t It Amazing―a section of fun facts to keep you glued for more. This encyclopedia is a must-read for all children! It is well-researched and has child-friendly content The various topics improve knowledge about the world around us and beyondThe content will cater to curious minds and expand their horizon The book comprises a glossary of new and difficult termsIt is an excellent selection for gifting and school libraries Read more

How were world-famous structures like the Eiffel Tower and Big Ben built? What do the enigmatic Renaissance motifs mean? When did Leonardo da Vinci paint his masterpieces? This encyclopedia on art and architecture will answer these and more hows and whats for you. Learning is made simpler with well-labelled images and an extensive glossary of difficult terms. Bonus: the engrossing book comes loaded with Isn’t It Amazing―a section of fun facts to keep you glued for more. This encyclopedia is a must-read for all children! It is well-researched and has child-friendly content The various topics improve knowledge about the world around us and beyond The content will cater to curious minds and expand their horizon The book comprises a glossary of new and difficult terms It is an excellent selection for gifting and school libraries Read more

Take a journey to a vanished world with the ADVENTURES IN TIME series - stories so exciting you won't believe they're all trueBorn into the richest dynasty in the world, young Cleopatra has always dreamed of glory and empire. And when she defeats her brother and sister to become Pharaoh of Egypt, she is certain the gods have chosen her for greatness. But then Julius Caesar's war-fleet sails into her harbour -- and suddenly her country's destiny hangs by a thread ...Join Dominic Sandbrook as we follow the most famous queen of all from Alexandria to Rome, through doomed love affairs and epic battles, to the serpent's bite which will change the course of history. Read more

Why is the Earth teeming with life? Which are the various formations on earth? What is the role of the forests on earth? This encyclopedia about our planet earth will answer these and many more whys and hows for you. Learning is made simpler with well-labelled diagrams and an extensive glossary of difficult words. Bonus: the engrossing book comes loaded with Isn’t It Amazing―a section of fun facts to keep you glued for more. This encyclopedia is a must-read for all children! It is well-researched and has child-friendly content The various topics improve knowledge about the world around us and beyondThe content will cater to curious minds and expand their horizon The book comprises a glossary of new and difficult termsIt is an excellent selection for gifting and school libraries Read more

Take a journey to a vanished world with the ADVENTURES IN TIME series - stories so exciting you won't believe they're all true'His mind was clear. It was time to go east. Time to march into Asia, to confront the Persians and to meet his destiny...'Alexander has one, wild dream: to rule the world. And with his childhood friends and his beloved horse Bucephalas, he sets out from his home in Ancient Greece to do just that. With historian Dominic Sandbrook as our guide, join Alexander on his incredible journey through the deserts of Egypt and over the snow-capped mountains of Persia all the way to India, defeating all who stand in his way. For anything is possible with the help of the gods...The Adventures in Time series brings the past alive for twenty-first century children. These stories are every bit as exciting as those of Harry Potter or Matilda Wormwood. The only difference is they actually happened... Read more

Immerse yourself in the history of ancient Rome - from its origins as a small settlement on the Palatine Hill to its peak as an empire reigning over 90 million people, and its tumultuous decline.Covering more than 1,000 years of history, and an empire that stretched from Scotland to Syria, Ancient Rome reveals in vivid detail all of the key political, cultural, and military events that shaped the Roman Empire and explores what it was like to live in a society that laid the foundations for many aspects of the modern world.Sumptuous photography and engaging text cover every facet of life in ancient Rome, from art, entertainment, and fashion to engineering, medicine, and war, while detailed maps trace the rise of the mighty Roman Empire.Step back in time in the pages of this history book to discover:- Themed spreads explore developments in areas such as sculpture, religion, warfare, and engineering.- Includes tales of the most dramatic events and battles in Roman history, as well as profiles of influential historical and cultural figures.- Sections on rulers, gods and goddesses, and key sites.Featuring Rome's greatest emperors, from Augustus to Constantine, as well as profiles of generals, historians, and influential women, Ancient Rome also delves into the fascinating stories of gladiators, bakers, and enslaved people. The most iconic buildings of Rome are brought to life with specially commissioned CGI recreations, while the stories of ordinary citizens, soldiers, and persecuted groups from across the empire are told with the help of illustrations, artefacts, and eyewitness accounts.Beautifully illustrated and unparalleled in scope, Ancient Rome is the perfect book for anyone who is interested in this defining period of world history. Read more

When did our ancestors start using tools? How did ancient cultures deal with illnesses? How were new lands discovered? How did scientists learn about the universe and its cosmic secrets? How did people travel before engines were invented? This encyclopedia on inventions and discoveries will answer these and many more hows and whens for you. Learning is made simpler with well-labelled diagrams and an extensive glossary of difficult words. Bonus: the engrossing book comes loaded with Isn’t It Amazing― a section of fun facts to keep you glued for more. This encyclopedia is a must-read for all children! It is well-researched and has child-friendly content The various topics improve knowledge about the world around us and beyondThe content will cater to curious minds and expand their horizon The book comprises a glossary of new and difficult termsIt is an excellent selection for gifting and school libraries Read more

Why do your eyes blink? Why does your heart race when you run fast? How does your body know when to stop eating? This encyclopedia about the human body will answer these and many more whys and hows for you. Learning is made simpler with well-labelled diagrams and an extensive glossary of difficult words. Bonus: the engrossing book comes loaded with Isn’t It Amazing―a section of fun facts to keep you glued for more This encyclopedia is a must-read for all children! It is well-researched and has child-friendly content The various topics improve knowledge about the world around us and beyondThe content will cater to curious minds and expand their horizon The book comprises a glossary of new and difficult termsIt is an excellent selection for gifting and school libraries Read more

'Spellbinding ... a pitch-perfect treasure' LoveReading4KidsSet your sails east with this stunningly original new history of the world.Peter Frankopan, number one bestselling author and historian, explores the connections made by people, trade, disease, war, religion, adventure, science and technology in this extraordinary book about how the east married the west with a remarkable voyage at its heart - the journey along the Silk Roads.From ancient world laws laid down by King Hammurabi and the mighty Persian empire, to terrifying huns, the rise of Europe, two world wars and politics today, The Silk Roads illustrated edition moves through time and history sewing together the threads from different peoples, empires and continents into a phenomenal history of the globe.With stories from each and every corner of society, Frankopan's magnificent brand new text based on his literary triumph The Silk Roads, sumptuously illustrated by Neil Packer, is a must-have world history.'An extraordinarily vivid book on an often-neglected corner of history' Inis Reading Guide 'Not just children, but people of any age will find this book an absorbing read' New York Journal of Books 'Peter Frankopan's text is pitched at exactly the right level for children to read and for adults to share with them. The illustrations of Neil Packer are completely captivating . this is a perfect marriage and a book to treasure'Armadillo magazine 'Studded with stylish, evocative illustrations from Neil Packer . this is an ambitious account that nevertheless tackles big themes in a friendly, accessible way'History Revealed magazine Read more

What is the Theory of Evolution? How do chemical reactions occur? Why is the human eye most receptive to only three colors? This encyclopedia on science will answer these and more hows and whys for you. Learning is made simpler with well-labelled diagrams and an extensive glossary of difficult words. Bonus: the engrossing book comes loaded with Isn’t It Amazing―a section of fun facts to keep you glued for more. This encyclopedia is a must-read for all children! It is well-researched and has child-friendly content The various topics improve knowledge about the world around us and beyond The content will cater to curious minds and expand their horizon The book comprises a glossary of new and difficult terms It is an excellent selection for gifting and school libraries Read more

This textbook supports OCR's GCSE Ancient History Component 1. It covers the Period Study on the Persian Empire and the three optional Depth Studies. The ideal preparation for the final examinations, all content is presented by experts and experienced teachers in a clear and accessible narrative. Ancient and modern sources are described and analysed, with supporting images. Helpful student features include study questions, further reading, and boxes focusing in on key people, events and terms. Read more

This textbook supports OCR's GCSE Ancient History Component 2. It covers the Period Study on the Foundation of Rome and the three optional Depth Studies. The ideal preparation for the final examinations, all content is presented by experts and experienced teachers in a clear and accessible narrative. Ancient and modern sources are described and analysed, with supporting images. Helpful student features include study questions, further reading, and boxes focusing in on key people, events and terms. Read more

This comprehensive encyclopedia box set covers a plethora of topics making these books as your ultimate source of knowledge. Discover planet Earth, boundless space, comprehend the grand animal kingdom, know the monumental achievements of mankind and how your body functions among others. These books help the curious young minds explore and understand how things happen and what possibilities are in-store for the future. Detailed images and an extensive glossary make these books user-friendly, engaging and loaded with information. This encyclopedia box set is a must-have for all children! • It is well-researched and has child-friendly content • The various topics improve knowledge about the world around us and beyond • The content will cater to curious minds and expand their horizon • The book comprises a glossary of new and difficult terms • It is an excellent selection for gifting and school libraries Read more

Book 1: A Best Seller in Teen & Young Adult Prehistory Historical Fiction! (USA, June through Dec., 2021)NOW WITH NEW COVER ART!The Ghost Warriors (Book 1): An action-packed prehistoric adventure, in which coming of age is the difference between life and death. When a brutal warlord abducts their friend Hanna, thirteen-year-old Tioga and his best friend Kopi decide to take matters into their own hands and rescue her. But their plan spins out of control and triggers an attack on their own village. Their survival, and their tribe’s existence, depends on their wilderness skills, their cunning brand of “ghost warfare", and bravery that they didn't know they possessed. [Fiction based on real life events. Reading age: 10 - 18+],The Ghost Warriors (Book 2): Battle for the Emperor's Skull is now available too!Reviews for Book 1:"Tippins’ debut blend of ancient history and action will fascinate his target audience and offer adults a refreshing literary excursion... A tale with riveting characters and an operatic plot." - Featured Kirkus Review, August 2021"I love and admire both of these books. Glad to see the rest of the world is agreeing!" - Rick Sebak, PBS TV personality"An exciting coming-of-age adventure novel... in the tradition of James Fenimore Cooper, Robert Louis Stevenson and J.R.R. Tolkien... Highly recommended." - Alex McCullough, Yale University graduate and literary critic"Five Stars... Tom Sawyer & Huck Finn Meet the Stone Age" - Eric Carter, author of Innate"10/10... What an excellent book... I can't wait for the sequel! - John Yosaitis, M.D."Excellent... Really enjoyed this light hearted spooky coming of age story." - Helen Haddow, in the U.K."Great story of the past... Very much enjoyed from start to finish." - author Jim Woscochlo"Read this book... you won't be disappointed." - William Danforth (The Love Handles) Read more

Step into the Dark Corners of Ancient HistoryDiscover a side of the history of the ancient world that few dare to explore. Scary Ancient History Facts is a scary facts book that pulls you into a past ruled by fear, secret rituals, and shocking beliefs. In these pages, you will visit shadowy temples, face terrifying gods, and uncover the brutal realities that once defined daily life. This is not a typical history lesson—it’s a random history facts book that shows you how terror could shape entire cultures and challenge the human spirit.Uncover Fear, Power, and Surprising Moments of HopeFollow twenty eye-opening chapters that reveal how pharaohs, emperors, and common folks faced superstitions, harsh rulers, and raging disasters. You’ll learn about curses left behind in deserted ruins, restless spirits that lingered in haunted places, and the simple beliefs that sometimes led to violent acts. Yet, you’ll also see how fear could unite communities and spark new forms of creativity. This 7x10 book has bigger pages than the average history book, giving you a clear and bold view of every unsettling detail.Engaging Insights: Explore how everyday people balanced superstition, religion, and survival.Dark Rituals Exposed: Read true accounts of gruesome practices that still haunt ancient ruins.Unexpected Heroes: Find out how some leaders turned terror into unity and invention.Easy to Read: Larger pages make the text and any illustrations easier to follow.Why You Should Read This BookScary Ancient History Facts goes beyond typical ancient world history books for adults by looking at what truly scared our ancestors. This book reminds us that behind the achievements we celebrate, there were also fears and dangers that pushed societies to the brink. Whether you’re a fan of dark history or simply curious about what drove people in the past, this is the book you’ve been waiting for. Buy your copy now and see how much the ancient world can teach us about our own fears, hopes, and the thin line between survival and superstition. Read more

The hieroglyphic writing of ancient Egypt intrigued and baffled people until Jean-Francois Champollion finally deciphered it in the 19th century. This book shows children how to recognize and read hieroglyphics for themselves and how to write names and short messages in hieroglyphic script. Read more

Find out how children lived in Ancient Rome. Meet Velia the Etruscan girl who lived before the Republic was founded, at the origins of Roman civilisation. Learn about the Vestal Virgins with Claudia as she joins the cult at the age of seven. Discover Roman roads and acqueducts with Tarquinius, the apprentice engineer. Enjoy the thrills and spills of chariot racing, the young charioteer. Read more