Books by Kay Barnham

Book SynopsisBridges come in all different shapes and sizes. How were bridges made in the past? How do they work? Filled with clear diagrams and stunning photos from around the world, this book explores the variety of uses and designs of these important structures.Gold/Band 9 fiction offers developing readers literary language and stories with distinctive characters.Text type: An information bookPages 22 and 23 explore the different bridge designs from the book and their uses.Curriculum links: Literacy: Information texts.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisThis picture book story explains all about light

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Book SynopsisFundamental and FUN first science concepts for kids, and the great thing is: there are robots!What is Light? ... a sunny sea-side adventure! is a fun story that leads children through the sources and features of light in everyday life. Flex, Astro and Spark, the super-powered robots who star in this story, learn these fundamentals of science as they spend an awesome day skipping rocks, paddling and setting up camp on a Super Scout trip to the beach!In the First Steps in Science series, children are encouraged to become super scientists with the help of various colourful and friendly robots, who are all going on awesome adventures. Children as young as 3-5 years old learn science through stories with bright and cheerful illustrations.Interactive elements throughout each book encourage hands-on engagement from children, and each story finishes with a creative activity to cement their science learning.A parent, carer and teacher's guide at the back of each book makes this a great resource for home school and classroom learning.Titles in the series include: First Steps in Science: What's a Force? ... a snow-day adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Energy? ... a Sports-Day adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Matter? ... a nature adventure! First Steps in Science: What is Motion? ... a cycling adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Light? ... a sunny sea-side adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Sound? ... a superstar adventure!

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Book SynopsisFundamental and FUN first science concepts for kids, and the great thing is: there are robots!What is Energy? ... a Sports-Day adventure! is a fun story that leads children through the idea of energy sources in everyday life. Volt, Zeb, Pixel and Cardio, the super-powered robots who star in this story, learn these fundamentals of science as they spend an awesome day racing, snacking, climbing and ending with a disco!In the First Steps in Science series, children are encouraged to become super scientists with the help of various colourful and friendly robots, who are all going on awesome adventures. Children as young as 3-5 years old learn science through stories with bright and cheerful illustrations.Interactive elements throughout each book encourage hands-on engagement from children, and each story finishes with a creative activity to cement their science learning.A parent, carer and teacher's guide at the back of each book makes this a great resource for home school and classroom learning.Titles in the series include: First Steps in Science: What's a Force? ... a snow-day adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Energy? ... a Sports-Day adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Matter? ... a nature adventure! First Steps in Science: What is Motion? ... a cycling adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Light? ... a sunny sea-side adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Sound? ... a superstar adventure!

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Book SynopsisDive into the great big water cycle story! The same water has been falling as raindrops for billions of years. It travels around our planet again and again, from raindrops into rivers, and from seas to water vapour in mist and clouds. The water on Earth is in glaciers, rivers, streams, lakes and reservoirs. It is used by plants, humans and animals.Follow the journey of a young boy and girl as they float, splash and slide through the incredible water cycle story. This beautifully illustrated picture book shows the incredible story of the water in all its forms, from grey storm clouds to rushing waterfalls, calm lakes and shining icy glaciers.''Look and Wonder'' is a fresh, bold and bright, narrative non-fiction picture book series, for children aged 4 and up, introducing children to life cycles and the natural world. The eye-poppingly colourful digital illustration style will explain the scientific concepts while the light and fun text-style will make these books Trade ReviewExcellent little book which lends itself equally to classroom use and independent research by Ks2 pupils. * The School Librarian *This is a good way to introduce KS1 children to the concept of the water cycle, as they follow raindrops falling to the ground, into rivers, down to the sea and back into the air to form clouds... An engaging presentation which makes science interesting and easy to understand. * Parents in Touch *

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Book SynopsisBooks that tackle real-life scenarios of some classic areas of resistanceTable of Contents 1: Why do i have to ... ? 1: I want to eat pizza every day! 1: I like crisps and doughnuts! 1: I don't like fruit and vegetables! 1: I want a fizzy drink! 1: I don't have time for breakfast! 1: top tips and healthy food facts 1: Further information 1: Glossary and index

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Book SynopsisTake a stroll through the rainforest! From squawking birds of paradise, to monkeys swinging through the trees and insects crawling along the forest floor, be amazed by the variety of life that lives in the rainforest.This beautifully illustrated picture book shows the glorious nature that lives in the rainforest. Find out about food chains and the web of life in the different canopies of the huge rainforest trees.'Look and Wonder' is a fresh, bold and bright, narrative non-fiction picture book series, for children aged 4 and up, introducing children to life cycles and the natural world. The eye-poppingly colourful digital illustration style will explain the scientific concepts while the light and fun text-style will make these books real home and classroom favourites.Other titles in the series:A Stroll Through the SeasonsA Wonderful World of WeatherIncredible RainforestsThe Amazing Butterfly Life Cycle StoryThe Amazing Plant Life Cycle StoryThe Awesome Night SkyThe Great Big Water Cycle Adventure

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Levelled for guided and independent reading, each book includes ideas to support reading. Teaching and assessment support and eBooks are also available.Henry VIII is famous for having six wives. But why did the Tudor king marry so many times? Who were his wives? And what happened to them ? Emerald/Band 15 books provide a widening range of genres including science fiction and biography, prompting more ways to respond to texts.Text type A biographyCurriculum links History

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Book SynopsisA beginner's look at some of the people and events in history that have shaped our world.

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Book Synopsis''She sells sea shells on the sea shore'' - and she really did! This rhyme is thought to have been written about Mary Anning, an amazing fossilist and dinosaur expert, who was almost unknown at the time she lived. This biography explores the life of Mary Anning, from her first fossil finds at the age of ten to her sales of important discoveries to wealthy scientists. Mary''s fossil finds made a great contribution to what scientist understood about pre-historic life. Through the story of Mary Anning, readers learn about life and society in the 1800s and Victorian Britain. We learn what it was like to be born into a poor family and about the roles of women in society and in the field of science. Readers will learn to draw conclusions from the evidence provided - a great basis for class discussions.History VIP biographies each look at the life of a famous Briton telling the stories of these Very Important People with clear, lively text. Amazing facts are added with featTable of Contents 1: Introducing … Mary Anning 2: Beside the seashore 3: Fossils, fossils, everywhere! 4: Bleak times 5: Back to the beach 6: An important discovery 7: The dangers of fossil hunting 8: Paleontology for beginners 9: The next big thing 10: Almost famous 11: Fossilist friends 12: The end of an era 13: Fame at last 14: Timeline

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Book SynopsisExplore the incredible butterfly life cycle story, from tiny eggs to crawling caterpillars and incredible chrysalises.Follow the journey of a young boy and girl as they find out about insect life cycles. This beautifully illustrated picture book explores the life cycle process and explains each stage in detail. ''Look and Wonder'' is a fresh, bold and bright, narrative non-fiction picture book series, for children aged 4 and up, introducing children to life cycles and the natural world. The eye-poppingly colourful digital illustration style will explain the scientific concepts while the light and fun text-style will make these books real home and classroom favourites.Perfect for the EYFS and KS1 primary curriculum study of life cycles.Other titles in the series:A Stroll Through the SeasonsA Wonderful World of WeatherIncredible RainforestsThe Amazing Butterfly Life Cycle StoryThe Amazing Plant Life Cycle StoryThe A

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Book SynopsisBeautifully illustrated non-fiction explorations of nature's cycles

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Book SynopsisBeautifully illustrated narrative non-fiction explorations of nature's cycles

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Book SynopsisMy dog''s a blacksmith.How can you tell?When I tell him off, he makes a bolt for the door.This hilarious, fully illustrated joke book contains over 800 eye-wateringly funny gags including: comedy classics (old favourites given a modern twist); one-liners; silly shaggy dog stories; the best spoof film, song and book titles you''ve ever heard; and many more! The humorous illustrations give added pace and extra laughs. A great gift for all the family to enjoy! Perfect for kids aged 8+.

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Book SynopsisThis book explains civil rights and the the history of the fight for equal rights for women in an accessible way for younger readers.Included is a foreword by Dr Shola Mos-Shogbamimu, who is a prominent lawyer, political and women''s rights activist and author of This Is Why I Resist.A chronological selection of key civil rights moments and movements in the struggle for women''s rights is explained in a child-friendly way. This book examines some of the history of why women have universally been denied the same rights as men. It looks at topics, such as suffrage movements in various countries around the world, how women are denied rights to work and education, violence against women, and women in sport. It explores how women have fought to be able to live their lives freely and that this fight is still ongoing. It also acknowledges the racial inequality in voting rights and how Black, indigenous and women of colour throughout the world have had aTable of Contents 1: What are women's rights and suffrage? 1: Women's rights in ancient times 1: Spreading the message 1: Votes for women 1: International Women's Day 1: Women in wartime 1: Women fight back 1: The status of women 1: Violence against women 1: Women in sport 1: Education for girls 1: Women's rights at work 1: Women's rights today 1: Woman's suffrage timeline 1: Glossary and further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisBooks that tackle real-life scenarios of some classic areas of resistanceTable of Contents 1: Why do I have to ... ? 1: I'm not tired! 1: It's not fair! 1: I'm scared of the dark! 1: I'm lonely! 1: I'm worried about nightmares! 1: It's still light outside! 1: Top tips and facts about sleep 1: Further information 1: Glossary and index

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Book SynopsisBooks that tackle real-life scenarios of some classic areas of resistanceTable of Contents 1: Why do I have to ... ? 1: I'm not tired! 1: It's not fair! 1: I'm scared of the dark! 1: I'm lonely! 1: I'm worried about nightmares! 1: It's still light outside! 1: Top tips and facts about sleep 1: Further information 1: Glossary and index

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Book SynopsisBooks that tackle real-life scenarios of some classic areas of resistanceTable of Contents 1: Why do I have to ... ? 1: My hands are clean! 1: I don't need a bath! 1: I brushed my teeth this morning! 1: I want to wear this T-shirt! 1: My hair isn't dirty! 1: I don't want to wash my face! 1: Top tips and fact about hygiene 1: Further information 1: Glossary and index

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Book SynopsisIf your kids don''t fully understand why going to school is not only really important, but actually pretty great, too, then you should read this book together!Are they pretending to be ill to avoid going to school, are scared about starting a new school or simply think it is boring? Well, if they read this book they might change their mind about going to school!With all the excuses and avoidance tactics, meet our cast of funny and quirky characters and find out why school is good for everyone. Why Do I Have To is a PSHE series that takes a look at common areas of resistance that young children often can''t see the point in doing, such as cleaning their teeth, sharing toys, or eating their greens. They''re a great resource for parents, teachers and carers alike as they contain realistic scenarios, discussion points and fast facts. Each scenario presents a problem and then a resolution with a positive and empowering outcome for all involvedTable of Contents 1: Why do i have to ... ? 1: I want to play instead! 1: I don't feel well! 1: I don't want to go to school next week! 1: I'm scared 1: I've learnt everything! 1: School is boring! 1: Top tips and school facts 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisBooks that tackle real-life scenarios of some classic areas of resistanceTable of Contents 1: Why do i have to ... ? 1: I want to eat pizza every day! 1: I like crisps and doughnuts! 1: I don't like fruit and vegetables! 1: I want a fizzy drink! 1: I don't have time for breakfast! 1: top tips and healthy food facts 1: Further information 1: Glossary and index

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Book SynopsisBooks that tackle real-life scenarios of some classic areas of resistanceTable of Contents 1: Why do I have to ... ? 1: It wasn't me! 1: I saw a spaceship last night! 1: I don't need glasses! 1: I'm getting the best birthday present, ever! 1: My tummy hurts! 1: I can ride a bike! 1: Top truth tips and fibbing facts 1: Further information 1: Glossary and index

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Book SynopsisBooks that tackle real-life scenarios of some classic areas of resistanceTable of Contents 1: Why do I have to ... ? 1: I want to eat ALL the sweets! 1: It's my jigsaw! 1: But I want to play on my scooter! 1: It's my book! 1: I don't want to share right now! 1: She's my friend! 1: Top tips and facts about sharing 1: Further information 1: Glossary and index

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Rav as he finds out about the courage it takes to ride a bike, or start a new school and takes little steps towards building confidence at home and at school!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Rav as he finds out about the courage it takes to ride a bike, or start a new school and takes little steps towards building confidence at home and at school!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Anya as she learns the importance of telling the truth and owning up to mistakes, taking little steps towards being honest and truthful with her family, friends and the new people she meets. The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Anya as she learns the importance of telling the truth and owning up to mistakes, taking little steps towards being honest and truthful with her family, friends and the new people she meets. The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Haya as she finds out all about kindness and takes little steps towards being kind at home, with friends - with everyone!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Haya as she finds out all about kindness and takes little steps towards being kind at home, with friends - with everyone!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through narrative scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Mei as she finds out about manners and takes little steps towards having great manners at home, at school - or anywhere!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Mei as she finds out about manners and takes little steps towards having great manners at home, at school - or anywhere!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Luca as he learns how to respect others around him and takes little steps towards being a thoughtful and kind member of his community, at home, at school and in the neighbourhood!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Jack as he finds out about responsibility and takes little steps towards being more responsible at home, at school - or anywhere!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Luca as he learns how to respect others around him and takes little steps towards being a thoughtful and kind member of his community, at home, at school and in the neighbourhood!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisInspiring young children to adopt positive character traits through little achievable stepsJoin Jack as he finds out about responsibility and takes little steps towards being more responsible at home, at school - or anywhere!The Little Steps series explores each positive character trait through everyday scenarios. Each book centres around one child character as they find out how their actions and the choices they make affect themselves and others. ''Little steps'' panels recap the moral message of the text and summarise the key lesson and a ''big step'' panel at the end of each section shows positive outcomes of developing emotional literacy. Relevant feelings and emotions are highlighted in the text.Perfect for readers aged 5 and up.

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Book SynopsisA high-interest look at different ways of communicating around the word as well as promoting well-being and mental health by improving communication skills and encouraging people to talk to each other

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Book SynopsisThis picture book story explores what it feels like to be scared and frightened using everyday situations that children might be familiar with. This book shows different reasons why young people might be frightened, illustrates scenarios of them having to deal with fearful situations such as at night or being scared of lighting or monsters, and gives advice on how to deal with these feelings and to be able to help other people too. Ideal for home or classroom, this book contains notes for parents and teachers with suggestions of ways to help children cope with these feelings.Illustrated by the ever-popular and award-winning illustrator Mike Gordon, this book is part of a series of stories about feelings and emotions for 4 to 8-year-old children, which help children to understand their feelings and work out the best way to deal with them. This will boost their self-esteem and reinforce good behaviour.They support the Personal, Social and Emotional Development Area of Learning in the Early Years Foundation Stage. Other titles are: Feeling Angry, Feeling Jealous, Feeling Sad, Feeling Shy and Feeling Worried

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Book SynopsisThis picturebook story explains all about forces and motion

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Book SynopsisDiscover the engineering behind how machines work

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