Ruth Brocklehurst

This beautifully illustrated volume contains fifteen captivating tales collected by the brothers Grimm, and adapted for young readers.

Provides a brief overview of the Victorian era, with information about world affairs and scientific achievements, as well as the daily lives of the people of nineteenth-century England.

This is a beautifully presented introduction to the lives and works of 35 of the world's best-known artists. This title is illustrated with fabulous reproductions of the artists' works. It includes photographs of the artists at work, their personal belongings, homes and places that were important to them. It also illustrates timelines that provide the key dates in each artist's life.

The two world wars of 1914 -1918 and 1939 -1945 cast a malevolent shadow over the entire 20th Century. This book takes you through the story of both conflicts, from the soldiers' terrifying experiences of the trenches in the First War, to the huge battles and bombing of cities in the second. Stunningly illustrated with dramatic contemporary photographs, paintings, posters and maps, this is an accessible and thought-provoking introduction to the most...

Provides step-by-step instructions for fifty craft projects ideal for rainy days, including an octopus mobile, a princess hat, and party masks.

"A beautifully illustrated, non-fiction picture book about space . . . . Little astronauts can find out about planets, stars, asteroids, space travel, the International Space Station and lots more. With lots to spot and talk about, vivid illustrations and simple language, this is a fun and entertaining way to introduce . . . children to a fascinating subject." -- From publisher website.