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The 'Usborne Beginners' series provides an informative introduction to non-fiction subjects for young readers. Developed with reading experts, each title helps young readers to grow in confidence and to build their reading skills.

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Using Homer's epic tales as inspiration, this book offers teachers session plans and storytelling tips to facilitate philosophical discussions with children aged 9-14.

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From the shogun to the sushi, the rivers to the robots - this is a one-stop guide to amazing Japan!

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The Easter bunny takes center stage in this delightful spin on Clement C. Moore's beloved poem. Full color.

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"Top grant writers and grant givers share their secrets"--Cover.

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Here are ten of the greatest and best-loved Greek legends retold with warmth and humour for young children and illustrated with bright, friendly artwork. Meet Theseus and the Minotaur, Odysseus, Pandora, King Midas and a whole cast of larger-than-life characters in a series of extraordinary adventures. The perfect introduction to Greek Myths.

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Inspired by a true event and just in time for fall's pumpkin harvest, a talented team introduces a humble and generous hero as lovable as Forrest Gump who knows that winning isn't always the reason to run a race. Full-color illustrations in oil.

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An updated edition of a bestselling Easter classic, newly illustrated with bright, contemporary artwork

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The story of a tiny settlement that grew up on a muddy river bank 2000 years ago to become one of the world's greatest capital cities. Updated for 2011, The Story of London features the famous people and dramatic events that have shaped the city, as well as the upcoming 2012 Olympic Games.

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A people's history of the American Empire, adapted for the next generation of young history buffs.

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Three amazing Timeline Collections - includes Science, Nature and Big History

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Where on earth are there forests in the clouds Where on earth can a planet strangle a tree trunk Where on earth can you find an aye-aye Find out in Where on Earth - Rainforests!

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retelling of US history from the viewpoints of slaves, workers, immigrants, women and Native Americans with colour images, a glossary and primary sources.

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Zinn's lively, clear prose guides readers through the wars and revolutions of the 20th century.

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Thinking Like a Geographer focuses on high-interest, career-related topics in the elementary curriculum related to geography.

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The Pig Pen Cipher, the Devil's Coffee Mill, and germ warfare were all a part of the Civil War, but you won't learn that in your history books! Discover the truth about Widow Greenhow's spy ring, how soldiers stole a locomotive, and the identity of the mysterious Gray Ghost.

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A study of a Tudor farmhouse. There are photographs showing children exploring a genuine Tudor farmhouse, where they handle artefacts and reproductions of historical objects such as clothing and cooking utensils. The text should be suitable for National Curriculum History at Key Stage 2.

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A 50th-anniversary tribute shares the story of the youngest person to complete the momentous Selma to Montgomery March, describing her frequent imprisonments for her participation in nonviolent demonstrations and how she felt about her involvement in historic Civil Rights events.

(Paperback, 3rd Revised edition)

The must-have thematic atlas for KS2 and beyond

Bring geography, history and the environment together with this thematic UK atlas suitable for Key Stage 2 and lower Key Stage 3.

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What lives at the bottom of the sea What does a shark really eat How does a sea horse swim In this book you'll find the answers and lots more about the fascinating things which live under the sea. Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own.