Fiona Macdonald
Author
Series
Publisher
Book House
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Presenting a story of Jim Hawkins' adventures with a crew of mutinous pirates as they try to recover a fortune in buried treasure, this work fits into Key Stage 2 English and supports Key Stage 3 English. It helps achieve the goals of the Scottish Standard Curriculum 5-14.
3) The Greeks
Author
Series
Publisher
Chrysalis Children's
Pub. Date
2005
Language
English
Description
This series takes a look at ancient peoples and civilisations focusing on the weird and unusual aspects of their lives and cultures. Each title features full colour photographs of ancient objects and artwork showing how the people lived. Originally published: London: Belitha, 2003
4) Kidnapped
Author
Series
Publisher
Book House
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Vibrant full-colour artwork adds fresh appeal to this classic tale. Speech bubbles work with the main text to emphasise and enhance the retelling. A running glossary at the foot of each page helps youngsters with any challenging vocabulary without disrupting their reading experience. Endmatter gives details about the author.
Author
Series
Publisher
Book House
Pub. Date
2008
Language
English
Description
See life through the eyes of one of the most unfortunate people in European history! Crowned as a baby, widowed at 18, schemed against in your own country and menaced by the superpower next door - your life is not going to be a bed of roses.
Author
Series
Publisher
QED
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Written by an acclaimed non-fiction children's author and illustrated with lavish photography, artwork and maps, each book in this series is a comprehensive guide to the period. All activities have clear step-by-step instructions and use easily obtainable materials.
Author
Series
Publisher
QED
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
Written by an acclaimed non-fiction children's author and illustrated with lavish photography, artwork and maps, each book in this series is a comprehensive guide to the period. All activities have clear step-by-step instructions and use easily obtainable materials.
Author
Series
Publisher
Book House
Pub. Date
2008
Language
English
Description
Who is the mysterious Mr Hyde, who stalks the streets of Victorian London at night committing indescribable crimes? And why does he have such a hold over the famous and respectable Dr Henry Jekyll? As the mystery unfolds, a shocking truth emerges.
Author
Publisher
Miles Kelly
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
These 100 facts about shipwrecks are accompanied by detailed photographs to challenge children, acting as an incentive as they make their way through the book. Projects to make and do, amazing facts and cartoons add an extra element of fun.
17) Charles Dickens
Author
Series
Publisher
Book House
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Taking a look at one of the most acclaimed and best-loved English writers of the 19th century, this book asks why, what, where, how and who the Dickens was Charles Dickens? Find out the answers and more throughout the book, which features quirky stories and fascinating trivia about this complex man.
Author
Series
Publisher
Book House
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
Fiona Macdonald tells the stories surrounding the preparations, dresses, ceremonies & national moods that went with the excitement of a royal wedding, from England's resident marriage addict Henry VIII, through Anne Hyde, the 'commoner' who birthed two queens, right up to Prince Charles, Princess Diana & their son & daughter-in-law.
Author
Series
Publisher
Franklin Watts
Pub. Date
2007
Language
English
Description
This series takes a topical and in-depth look at some of the key issues being faced in Britain today. Each book is supported by case studies, graphs and maps, while fact boxes and key questions suggest topics for discussion and debate.