Rafferty's Rogues presents an exciting and entirely novel approach to a range of maths topics. This gang of lovable rogues have big, bad ideas but their limited knowledge of mathematics means every bold adventure ends in failure. The dumbest shareout ever gives the lowdown on fractions,percentages, decimal fractions, whole numbers, halves, eighths, pie charts, and lots more.
Rafferty's Rogues presents an exciting and entirely novel approach to a range of math topics. This gang of lovable rogues have big, bad ideas but their limited knowledge of mathematics means every bold adventure ends in failure. The dumbest land grab ever gives the lowdown on length, measures and measurement equipment, distance, size, area, and lots more
Rafferty's Rogues presents an exciting and entirely novel approach to a range of math topics. This gang of lovable rogues have big, bad ideas but their limited knowledge of mathematics means every bold adventure ends in failure. The dumbest bank robbery ever gives the lowdown on money, banks, banking, bank accounts, notes, coins, bullion, interest, security codes, and lots more.
Can science save your life? In Science to the Rescue, Joe an adventurous scientist, must apply his knowledge of science to survive being alone in six challenging environments around the world. Learn about the geographic, climate, and geological features of each environment as you follow Joe in each exciting story of survival.
Can science save your life? In Science to the Rescue, Joe an adventurous scientist, must apply his knowledge of science to survive being alone in six challenging environments around the world. Learn about the geographic, climate, and geological features of each environment as you follow Joe in each exciting story of survival.
Can science save your life? In Science to the Rescue, Joe an adventurous scientist, must apply his knowledge of science to survive being alone in six challenging environments around the world. Learn about the geographic, climate, and geological features of each environment as you follow Joe in each exciting story of survival.
Can science save your life? In Science to the Rescue, Joe an adventurous scientist, must apply his knowledge of science to survive being alone in six challenging environments around the world. Learn about the geographic, climate, and geological features of each environment as you follow Joe in each exciting story of survival.
Can science save your life? In Science to the Rescue, Joe an adventurous scientist, must apply his knowledge of science to survive being alone in six challenging environments around the world. Learn about the geographic, climate, and geological features of each environment as you follow Joe in each exciting story of survival.
Can science save your life? In Science to the Rescue, Joe an adventurous scientist, must apply his knowledge of science to survive being alone in six challenging environments around the world. Learn about the geographic, climate, and geological features of each environment as you follow Joe in each exciting story of survival.
Rafferty's Rogues presents an exciting and entirely novel approach to a range of math topics. This gang of lovable rogues have big, bad ideas but their limited knowledge of mathematics means every bold adventure ends in failure. The dumbest Olympic games ever gives the lowdown on quantity, weight, mass, kilograms, newtons, capacity, volume, litres, grams, and lots more.
Warm illustrations convey the deep bond between an old man and his six cats while teaching the reader about the cycle of life.
The author of Urban Animals, Isabel Hill once again captures images of creatures large and small that adorns the buildings all around our nation's capital. Includes a glossary of architectural terms and a list of buildings where each animal resides.
When a young boy leaves his muffin beside a sleeping homeless man, a cycle of goodwill begins. Without a single written word, this book effectively teaches about helping, sharing, and caring.
In medieval times, knights could dominate any battlefield. Armed with swords, shields, spears, and lances, they rode their horses into battle and struck fear into their enemies. Readers will discover the tactics, weapons, and tools of knight warfare and why knights remain some of historys greatest warriors.
Wealthy ancient Romans got their kicks at the arena, where convicted criminals, slaves, and prisoners of war were pitted against each other in physical combat. The contenders were called gladiators, and they fought until they found relief in victory, mercy, or death. Readers will be fascinated by the gladiators life in training and battle.
Avast, me hearty, or yell be walkin the plank! or so wed like to think. Pirates had a host of punishments for their unlucky captives, but walking the plank is likely just a myth. Learn what high-sea hijinks brought pirates a deadly reputation unless ye be too lily livered!
Maori warriors would unnerve the enemy with their dances called haka. The peruperu was a war haka performed before battle. In it, the warriors would wave their weapons and contort their faces to summon the god of war and warn the opposition of their fate. Find out how successful they were in this thrilling title of bravery, weapons, and war.
Mongol warriors were expert archers. They used this skill in battle, where opponents met a slew of arrows born of Mongol cunning and craft. Howling arrows whistled as they descended into enemy lines, sending assailants into a panic. In this book, kids will learn more about Mongol weapons, gear, and training.
The samurai were the warrior class of feudal Japan for hundreds of years. They led other soldiers to war on the battlefield, and their weapons and armor made them formidable opponents. Readers will learn the history of the samurai, their weapons and fighting styles, and what ultimately led to their decline.
Venezuela is a land of striking beauty. Angel Falls, the highest waterfall in the world, plunges more than 3,000 feet in the Guiana Highlands. Lake Maracaibo, the largest lake in South America, sits in northwestern Venezuela. Eager readers will get their feet wet in this title that explores Venezuela's landscape, people, and heritage.
Famous for bagpipes and kilts, the Scottish are rooted in tradition. They are also a hardy people. They thrive in a part of the United Kingdom where the weather reaches extremes. This title introduces young readers to Scotland, a country with highlands, lowlands, and a rich heritage.
Wildebeests, zebras, and other African animals live in danger of being strangled to death by an African lion. Even people in small villages face the threat of an attack from a ruthless lion! You will be terrified as you read about these ferocious cats with appetites for human flesh!
Poland, the largest country in central Europe, has a tumultuous past. Its people have faced times of war in between periods of great cultural growth. Today, the Polish are known to enjoy classical music and hearty meals. Learn about the daily life, culture, and landscape of Poland, the heart of Europe.
Unpredictability is dangerous! That is why the Cape buffalo is an animal to avoid at all costs. Though this buffalo may appear mellow and seem to be minding its own business, it can charge at any moment. Encounter the brutal beast that is the Cape buffalo in this title.
Being the westernmost country in Europe, Portugal was among the first countries to navigate unexplored seas and discover new lands. It was a Portuguese explorer named Bartolomeu Dias who became the first European to round Africa's Cape of Good Hope. Young readers will explore Portugal's past and present as well as its culture and landscape.
