How big were dinosaurs and what did they eat? Which were friendly and which were scary? For children beginning to read on their own, this book is an exciting introduction to dinosaurs, featuring easy-to-read text specially written with the help of a reading expert.
Ambientada en la vida agreste y salvaje de una frontera que trasciende su mero carácter físico para convertirse en una encarnación del conflicto entre la naturaleza y el ser humano alienado en ella, Colmillo blanco es una de las obras más célebres de Jack London (1872-1916). Reverso casi simétrico de La llamada de la naturaleza, en la historia del perro salvaje que, significativamente, se degrada en su contacto con el hombre, hallamos en efecto, matizadas por la belleza de los grandes escenarios naturales y una remota esperanza de redención, las inquietudes que rigen toda la obra del autor estadounidense: el choque entre civilización y naturaleza, la perpetua pugna entre el bien y el mal, la supervivencia del más fuerte, el determinismo genético, la selección natural.
How do ballet dancers dance on the tips of their toes? Why do they wear tutus? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book. Illustrated with stunning photographs and illustrations accompanied by short, informative text developed with reading experts.
A brave girl sets off on an epic adventure to find and then rescue her best friend. But will she ever find her way to the Snow Queens frozen winter palace?
Traces the life of the Jewish girl who chronicled her day-to-day life in a diary as she hid in an attic in Amsterdam during World War II
A girl travels east of the sun and west of the moon to free her beloved prince from a magic spell.
These are four new titles in this burgeoning series, providing a great introduction to the remarkable lives of important historical figures. Each book describes a famous life, following the protagonist through their triumphs and tribulations. It has lively speech, colourful illustrations and photographs that bring the reader closer to the action as the story unfolds
""Remember the rules of the woods," says Mrs. Red Riding Hood. "Keep to the path and DON'T TALK TO WOLVES!" But Little Red Riding Hood forgets the rules and now she must outwit the wolf."--Back cover.
Four titles in the popular "Young Reading" series are re-issued with hardback covers with audio CDs inserted into a wallet inside the back cover, making the book and CD easy to store together. "The Young Reading" series is developed with experts at Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence and ability. Ages 5+.
How do horses live in the wild? What kind of pony lives near the North Pole? Why do horses wear shoes? In this text you will find the answers and learn lots more fascinating things about horses and ponies.
