Children’s / Teenage general interest: Architecture, buildings and construction

Book SynopsisWhat''s bigger than a digger? Bigger than a dinosaur? DIGGERSAURS are bigger - see them build and hear them ROAR!The DIGGERSAURS are busy building something - what could it be? Children will fall in love with these huge, colourful, lovable beasts as the wonderfully read-aloud rhyming story unfolds. And there are lots of funny details to spot along the way...Now available in a new cased board book size for little hands!Also by Michael Whaite:Diggersaurs Explore100 Dogs - Winner: Sainsbury''s Children''s Book Awards - Best Picture Book and Children''s Book of the Year!100 Cats

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Book Synopsis A high-stakes adventure story full of heart from debut author Varsha Shah, featuring charming illustrations from Sònia Albert and shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize 2023. 'Full of colour and energy … bravo' JAMILA GAVIN 'Utterly charming, inspiring and gripping … An absolute must-read!' KIERAN LARWOOD 'Ajay is the most intrepid young reporter since Tintin, caught up in a gutsy and moral adventure to find and tell the truth. This sensational debut is full of outrage but full of warmth and friendship too.' KEITH GRAY 'Exhilarating and heartwarming – a story that shows the true power of the pen. Shah’s tremendous talent shines on every page.' CARLIE SOROSIAK Abandoned on the Mumbai railways, Ajay has grown up with nothing but a burning wish to be a journalist. Finding an abandoned printing press, he and his friends Saif, Vinod, Yasmin and Jai create their own newspaper: The Mumbai Sun. As they hunt down stories for their paper, the children uncover corruption, fight for justice and battle to save their slum from bulldozers. But against some of the most powerful forces in the city, can Ajay and his friends really succeed in bringing the truth to light? Not to mention win the most important cricket match ever ... A high-stakes adventure story full of heart, written against the backdrop of modern India: Emil and the Detectives meets Slumdog Millionaire Winner of the Times/Chicken House Children's Fiction Competition 2020 Wonderfully illustrated by Sònia Albert and starring a lovable ensemble cast of characters Tackles tough topics such as social justice and truth in journalism with a lightness of touch

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Book SynopsisWhatever you do, don't look down... 'I loved it' TOM PALMER 'Henderson reaches new heights with her fabulously gripping historical adventure—absolutely riveting!' SUSAN BROWNRIGG 'Packed with fascinating historical detail, real-life peril and exciting adventure—a riveting read!' LINDSAY LITTLESON When 12-year-old John Nicol gets a job at the Forth Bridge construction site, he knows it’s dangerous. Four boys have already fallen from the bridge into the Forth below. But John has no choice—with his father gone, he must provide an income for his family—even if he is terrified of heights. John finds comfort in the new Carnegie library, his friend Cora and his squirrel companion, Rusty. But when he is sent to work in Cain Murdoch’s Rivet Gang, John must find the courage to climb, to face his fears, and to stand up to his evil boss. Based on real people and events, Rivet Boy blends fact and fiction to tell the story of one boy’s role in the building of the iconic Forth Bridge—Scotland’s greatest man-made wonder—in 1889.Trade Review'I loved it' TOM PALMER 'Henderson reaches new heights with her fabulously gripping historical adventure—absolutely riveting!' SUSAN BROWNRIGG 'Packed with fascinating historical detail, real-life peril and exciting adventure—a riveting read!' LINDSAY LITTLESON

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated book for babies featuring lots of noisy diggers working together on a very busy building site. Turn the pages and lift the flaps to watch the big-wheeled digger shovel and scoop up the rubble with its big metal bucket, see how the road roller chugs slowly along to flatten the ground, and watch the mini dumper truck carry its heavy load of building materials. With busy vehicles pushing, pulling, tipping, rumbling, chugging, scooping, and beeping, little ones will love learning about what happens on the building site, and joining in to make the noisy digger sounds. This hard-wearing board book has large flaps for babies and toddlers to lift and sturdy pages for little ones who are beginning to turn the pages. They''ll reveal the busy diggers doing different jobs and working hard to build a shiny new house! The short text is fun to read aloud and share with toddlers, while labels develop vocabulary and help little ones to learn the names of all their favourite diggers and trucks.

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Book SynopsisIn Science Words for Little People: Let''s Build, little ones will love meeting the busy builders in their hard hats, who construct tall cup towers and a garage made from boxes! This entertaining book introduces children to words and phrases that help them explore science confidently.Written by Helen Mortimer, the writer of Big Words for Little People and Maths Words for Little People, this series is special because it''s packed with Oxford expertise, helping children to develop their language skills. Illustrations by Cristina Trapanese bring the engaging scenes to life, with a cast of characters children can relate to. The little hardback format is perfect for reading together, and each book includes reassuring tips for adults to help encourage conversation and confidence. Children can keep learning new words with Science Words for Little People: Weather!Trade Review"There is so much to learn from these books that science will become a fascinating subject for little ones and their grown-ups." * Louise Ellis-Barrett, Armadillo *"Filled with colour, fun and creativity, the book shows how you can make things with everyday objects around you..." * Pam Norfolk, Lancashire Post *"isually and verbally engaging... worth adding to early years collections." * Jill Bennett, Red Reading Hub *

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Book SynopsisPress the ten buttons in this delightfully illustrated book to hear the building site come to life. From rumbling diggers and beeping trucks to brick-laying, hammering and sawing, the detailed scenes and evocative sounds show all the different jobs the busy builders do as a new house slowly takes shape.

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Book SynopsisWith sing-along song from David Gibb, Lollies Award-winning Michelle Robinson's busy story based on the tongue-twister is bursting with trucks, doggie drivers, vehicles and colour! Red Lorry and Yellow Lorry must get to the construction site, but they have a snow-drift, a breakdown and a speeding tractor to contend with along the way... Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry: which one would you drive? Jam-packed with lorries, trucks, cars, motorbikes and all kinds of vehicles! Sing along with a QR code link to the official Red Lorry, Yellow Lorry song by David Gibb! 'Dares to dive deep into a magnificent fiasco, a delight for the youngest of truck aficionados' KIRKUS 'A celebration of traffic jam-packed with fun. It will be essential reading for any young transportophile, but just as entertaining for the rest of the family too' LoveReading4KidsTrade Review"A delight for the youngest of truck aficionados. Go, dogs. Go!" * Kirkus *"A celebration of traffic jam-packed with fun. It will be essential reading for any young transportophile, but just as entertaining for the rest of the family too" * LoveReading4Kids *"Simple, colourful and superb enjoyment" * Newbury Today *"Bright, lively illustrations are full of humorous detail and create a wonderful visual narrative to enrich the minimal text... the rhythmic text generates pace, making this an ideal story to read aloud" * BookTrust *

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Book SynopsisEngineers are the superheroes of the real world. They use their problem-solving skills to face down the biggest challenges we have, from creating clean energy to designing prosthetic limbs, from eliminating food shortages to programming AI to exploring the surface of Mars. In this book you’ll meet 46 engineers, from apprentices and lab technicians to university professors and start-up CEOs and hear what problems they are solving and why they love their jobs. Engineers are changing the world. Will you be one of them?Trade Review"This book is accessible, inspiring and inclusive, with both men and women engineers featured." * BookTrust *"It can be handed to a young person to show the variety of engineering careers out there in an engaging way, to teachers and careers advisers guiding students, or to anyone who is involved in engineering outreach activities." -- Yasmin Ali * The Chemical Engineer *Shortlisted for the British Book Design Production Awards in the Educational Books categoryLonglisted for the UKLA Book Awards in the Information 3-14+ category

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Book SynopsisEdita Hajdu illustrates children's books, magazines and advertising materials. Edita has an instantly appealing style, with delightfully adorable characters and vibrant colour palettes, and her work has been commissioned by clients all over the world. She is also a mother and founder of the studio Mr Fox and Friends, which makes games and other products for children. Busy Diggers is her first book with Campbell Books.

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Book SynopsisDo you have what it takes to help a LEGO minifigure with your LEGO building skills? A LEGO minifigure is lost and needs to get back to the safety of the toy shelf with his other LEGO friends. But it will take some quick thinking and solid LEGO building skills for this tiny toy to make it there safely! Grab your LEGO collection and build your way through this exciting story. Make a bridge to traverse the depths of the kitchen sink. Build a roller coaster to distract the spooky hallway monsters. Help the minifigure escape the claws of a plush toy cat with a brick-built helicopter and much more as you help him build his way home. With a minifigure, accessories, and plenty of building tips and inspirational photos, build yourself an adventure as you save the day. 2021 The LEGO Group.

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Book SynopsisIn this thrilling sticker book, the lines between science fiction and reality blur as you build awe-inspiring futuristic metropolises - from giant space stations and colonies on Mars to underwater worlds and cyberpunk cities full of androids. Add the right stickers to complete your cities, then read their description and statistics to find out all about them.

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Book SynopsisLou Abercrombie left Durham University with a First Class Maths degree before getting a job in television, where she worked first as an Audio Engineer and then as a Post Production Manager. She is the author of Fig Swims the World, which is inspired by her love of wild swimming.

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Book SynopsisHow can we tell one lighthouse from another? What does a lighthouse keeper do? Where are the most unusual lighthouses in the world? Depart on an enchanting voyage with the school children in this book to discover the answers to these questions along with other fascinating facts about lighthouses and how they work.

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Book SynopsisIdeal for readers of 6+ with an interest in design and construction [] From treehouses to skyscrapers, timber to future tech, Clarke's well-judged text is heightened by Sae-Heng's bright, flat images. The GuardianGet designing and building with architect and TV presenter GEORGE CLARKE. From marvellous materials to future tech discover the stories behind our homes.Packed with fun, facts and challenges perfect for readers aged 6 to 9.Welcome to LITTLE EXPERTS inspiring the next generation of experts! Written by expert authors, famous for their passion and expertise Must-read introductions to key non-fiction topics with vibrant, colour illustrations throughout Created to empower and inspire!Also available in the series:Marvellous Vehicles by JAMES MAY, a writer and broadcaster who is best known for co-presenting Top Gear and The Grand Tour.Superhero Animals by CHRIS PACKHAM CBE, one of the UK's leading naturalists and an award-winning conservationist, who began his TV career presentinTrade Review'Perfect for a budding property mogul.’ – The Scotsman 'Each [Little Experts book] is beautifully illustrated and aimed at children aged six to nine, but equally educational for any adults reading along too.' – The Big Issue

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Book SynopsisWhat''s bigger than a digger? Bigger than a dinosaur? DIGGERSAURS are bigger - see them build and hear them ROAR!The DIGGERSAURS are busy building something - what could it be? Children will fall in love with these huge, colourful, lovable beasts as the wonderfully read-aloud rhyming story unfolds. And there are lots of funny details to spot along the way...Also by Michael Whaite:Diggersaurs Explore 100 Dogs- Winner: Sainsbury''s Children''s Book Awards- Best Picture Book and Children''s Book of the Year! 100 Cats

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Book SynopsisRob Colson is an author and editor of a wide range of books for children and adults, including many natural history, maths, and science titles. Previous titles as author: Ultimate Cars, Ultimate Machines and Super Science. Other titles include Bone Collection: Animals, Puzzles, Conundrums, and Enigmas.Moreno Chiacchiera is an Italian illustrator who has published dozens of history, maths, and science books for children. His bright, busy artworks are full of intriguing details that children love to explore in great depth.

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Book SynopsisAn action-packed book filled with building sites to explore, construction machines to learn about and a demolition site in action. Lift the flaps to discover the work that goes into building a house, a bridge, a skyscraper and more, the jobs people do and the machines that are used. An exciting introduction to how buildings go up - and come down.

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Book SynopsisAn empowering, hands-on STEM project book featuring beloved character Iggy Peck, Architect!Trade Review" From drafting to doodling, building and blueprints. over 40 STEM and design projects in a quirky spin-off to the brilliant Iggy Peck, Architect picture book." * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisMove the sliders back and forth in this unique sound book to hear the building site come to life. From noisy diggers and clanking cranes to forklift trucks and road-rollers, the charmingly illustrated scenes are full of busy vehicles. Each slider has two different sounds on it - move it one way to see and hear one vehicle, then move it back again to hear a different one.

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Book SynopsisExplore bridges around the world—and how they unite us—in this gorgeously illustrated nonfiction picture bookBridges can be high or low, long or short, straight or curvy. Some are designed to blend in, while others stand out. But each one tells a story: a reminder of our history, a testament to ingenuity and engineering, an invitation to imagine the possibilities of the future. Literally and symbolically, bridges connect us—to new places, new cultures, and new people.With poetic text and sweeping illustrations, Marc Majewski delivers a unique, accessible look at bridges all around the world: from San Francisco’s incredible Golden Gate to the Victoria Falls Bridge connecting Zambia and Zimbabwe to England’s Tower Bridge and Japan’s Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge and many in between. Both informational and thought-provoking, Bridges shows how these awe-inspiring structures unite the manmade and natural worlds, and how they bTrade Review***STARRED REVIEW*** “A soaring visual tribute. Grand and thought-provoking.” * Kirkus ****STARRED REVIEW*** “A unique book to pull in every reader, regardless of their prior knowledge of the subject. A worthy purchase.” * School Library Journal *

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Book SynopsisWhat do you get when you cross a digger and a dinosaur?A DIGGERSAUR (of course!)These mighty beasts are the perfect mixture of two childhood favourite things, and they''re off on a wonderful rhythmic, rhyming adventure full of funny details to spot and noisy diggersaur sounds to shout out loud. This book is a colourful burst of fun from this fantastic illustrator.Also by Michael Whaite: Diggersaurs100 Dogs- Winner: Sainsbury''s Children''s Book Awards- Best Picture Book and Children''s Book of the Year! 100 Cats

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Book SynopsisKirsteen Robson joined Usborne in 1997 with a background in music, education, and Christian publishing. She has written and edited over 300 Usborne titles, from dictionaries and encyclopedias to activity books with flaps, stickers and sounds. She loves the challenge of writing about anything from aardvarks to zombies.

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Book SynopsisWhy were bridges invented? What did the first bridges look like? How do they stay up and why are there so many different designs? From architecture to engineering (and other STEM subjects!), scale new heights on an enchanting journey with the school children in this book to discover answers to these questions along with other fascinating facts about bridges and how they work. Written and illustrated by Kate Greenaway Medal nominee and STEAM Children’s Book prize winner, Roman Belyaev.

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Book SynopsisThis fact-filled guide for kids 7 to 17 explores the world of architecture as you’ve never seen it before, from tiny shacks to vast palaces – and everything in between! Praise for Atlas of Amazing Architecture ''Given the global spread of coverage and the unusual buildings chosen, this is a must for children’s history, art, and architecture collections''.-- Booklist Starred Review ''A delightful and informative trip around the globe''. -- School Library Journal ''Peter Allen has written and illustrated a book that is stunning. I am sure there will be many, like me, who will revisit it time and time again and still find out something new and interesting''. -- Just Imagine ''A vibrant, wonderful journey across the world and will open the eyes of young readers to the awe-inspiring architecture all around us''. -- The BookActivist ''Both young and older readers will be drawn in, delighting in a wide-ranging exploration of fascinating buildings who are now getting a bit more exposure thanks to this fun and informative book''. -- The AOI ''Bursting with fascinating detail, this book is ideal for any budding young architect''. -- BookTrust ''A wonderful book to generate interest in the built environment''. -- Goodreads This atlas of architectural wonders eschews the classic children’s book fare of the Pyramids and the Taj Mahal, and instead takes a broader view of what constitutes amazing architecture. Buildings include: the Jameh mosque of Isfahan in Iran, Native American plank houses in New Mexico, Stave Churches in Norway, The Djinguereber Mosque in Mali, and extraordinary 18th century wooden churches on Kizhi Island, Russia. Over 50 buildings span all the continents equally throughout history. Each of these buildings is visually striking and architecturally noteworthy; they introduce new engineering technologies or define a movement or capture the essence of a moment in human history. However, despite their significance, they are, for the most part, not part of the main Western architectural canon. This book seeks out a more diverse, inclusive approach to what constitutes amazing architecture, and presents it with fresh illustration and clear, punchy text. Established illustrator Peter Allen, whose work has been published extensively by Usborne and Walker, brings the illustrations alive in his typical playful and dynamic style.

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Book SynopsisJenny Jacoby writes and edits books and magazines for children. From writing science activity books to inspiring profiles, puzzles and quizzes, she is passionate about making information fun. She lives in London.Luna Valentine is a Polish children's book illustrator, living in the UK. She works digitally, finding inspiration in folk tales, video games, cute Japanese food, under her bed and other places nobody thinks to look. At Nottingham Trent University she studied Graphic Design and gone on to do her Masters in Illustration. She has gone onto work with a variety of clients.

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Book SynopsisEvery animal in the forest can have a home they love with the help of Ms. Mouse in this whimsical and educational book about design and architecture.Henrietta is a world-famous architect, and the only mouse in the world who knows what makes a squirrel or a rabbit, a caterpillar or a frog feel at home. A dreamer, a designer, an artist, and a creator, Henrietta works at her drawing board to imagine the perfect home for each of her friends, be they woodland, water, subterranean or winged creatures.With clever features, like a trapdoor for Mole or a telescope platform for Owl, and the ideal placement, like high in a pine for Squirrel or inside a pear for Caterpillar, Henrietta Mouse?s houses are both practical and beautiful?in short, ingenious!George Mendoza?s Need a House? Call Ms. Mouse! is as inspiring today as when it was first published in 1981, and Doris Susan Smith?s illustrations of this hard-working female protagonist and her fantastical designs and architectural marvels will captivate young readers.

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Book SynopsisA thought-provoking way of looking at world history and our place within it.If you enjoyed If the World Were 100 People (WINNER of the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize 2022 and WINNER of The ALCS Educational Writers' Award 2023), you'll love If the World Were 100 Days!About 10,000 years ago marks a major turning point in the history of life on Earth for humankind as people settled down and built towns and cities. Importantly, during this period, they began to record their activities and achievements.But 10,000 years ago is difficult to imagine what if our calendar were condensed into just 100 days, where each day equals 100 years? How many days ago were the first cities built? When did the population explosion happen? When did we decide to write things down and when did books appear? Did writing change the way we share ideas?When was the wheel invented and was it used for transport? How did this simple tool transform the way we live? How have clothes changed and have they changTrade ReviewReviews for If the World Were 100 People “Budding mathematicians, economists, sociologists, and ecologists will all find something useful in this percentage-based look at human life on Earth.” Kirkus Reviews “An up-to-date invitation to think about important issues we are facing right now […] This is a terrific find for social studies teachers who want to promote inquiry and active citizenship.” Myra Zarnowski, City Univ. of New York, School Library Journal “This visually engaging nonfiction picture book […is] an informative, appealing primer on societal data.” US Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisA cosy story filled with enlightening facts about how lighthouses work for children who are fascinated by the wonder of the sea. On a rocky island in the middle of the sea, Eva's Grandad is the keeper of the lighthouse. When storms brew and the mist descends, the lighthouse offers a beacon of hope to sailors trying to find their way home. Why were lighthouses first created? How does the light travel so far? What happens when a storm hits? Join Eva and her Grandad and discover all about the inner workings of a lighthouse, what a lighthouse keeper does all day and thrilling stories of daring sea rescues. Did you know that you can see the light from a lighthouse nearly 30km away? Readers will learn about cloud formations, stars in the night sky and the wildlife that surrounds the lighthouse. There is always lots to do and see as a lighthouse keeper. With beautiful illustrations and a charming story, A Lighthouse Story is an engaging story that introduces you to the fascinating world of a lighthouse keeper. A beautiful book to treasure.

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Book SynopsisA practical introduction to architecture for aspiring teen architects Architecture is a fascinating, diverse field that blends technology, creativity, engineering, and even psychology. Discover the possibilities with this in-depth choice in architecture books for teens. Delve into the world of architecture, learn about recent innovations in sustainability and inclusivity, and uncover the details behind real architectural projects. Explore an overview of architectural movements and designers from prehistory to modern-day, and check out inspiring interviews with working professionals. With tons of practical advice for pursuing a career, you''ll find out how you can become an architect and help build an environmentally responsible world from the ground up! Go beyond other architecture books for teens with: Architecture essentialsGet to know the five basic elements of architecture: structure, program, economics, aesthetics, and region. Creative career optionsLearn what it means to work in residential or industrial architecture, specialize in historic preservation, create landscapes, innovate in urban planning, and more. Real-world examplesGo behind the scenes on real architectural projects with colorful illustrations, breakdowns of the design process, and thoughtful examinations of their impact. Learn all about the role of an architect with this comprehensive selection in architecture books for teens.

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Book SynopsisThere's something irresistible about a skyscraper. It can reshape an entire city skyline and from the building's top floors, people can see the world from a different perspective. Travelling from New York City to Dubai, from London to Shanghai, and from Kuala Lumpur to Chicago, this colorful book featuresdouble-page spreads for each of the skyscrapers it profiles. Each chapter includes photographs, information on the building's architect and history, and interesting facts about its construction and use. For instance, why is the Chrysler Building so admired, even though it doesn't stand nearly as tall as other skyscrapers? How do you measure the height of a building and how do you make sure it doesn't topple over in strong winds? How has skyscraper technology changed, from the steel frame skeletons that supported the earliest towers to the advanced computer programs that are now needed to design buildings more than 100 stories high? How has city life changed since the first skyscrapers were built? Written in a style that will draw in young readers, this fascinating tour of the world's tallest buildings will satisfy even the most curious minds.Trade Review"From ancient Egypt's great pyramids to medieval Europe's cathedral towers, humans have always tried to build structures that reach the sky, whether out of practicality or hubris. This book showcases 13 of the world's best-known and most influential skyscrapers . . . In clearly designed, well laid-out pages, each skyscraper is accompanied by a box that provides quick details (date of construction, architectural style, designer, height), while a time line at the top contextualizes the building." -Booklist

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Book SynopsisHIGHLT COMMENDED for THE WEEK JUNIOR BOOK AWARDS 2023: CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR - STEM JOINT SILVER WINNER in the JUNIOR DESIGN AWARD 2023: BEST DESIGNED/ILLUSTRATED BOOK FOR CHILDREN A one-of-a-kind project book that turns into 30 incredible inventions. The Extraordinary Book That Invents Itself turns itself into rockets, code-breakers, bionic hands, balancing acrobats, demolition balls, constellation viewers and many more ingenious human inventions. Each invention is introduced very simply, with the scientific and engineering principles behind it, and all the templates, tips and instructions to create it yourself. A pull-out Inventors Handbook includes easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and clever hacks to help every young inventor achieve success.Trade Review"Bold, colourful and engaging, this is the best rainy day book out there." Erin Hamilton, My Shelves Are Full blog; "This is the best book ever!" Child aged 8, Toppsta.com; "This book is amazing, so many things to create... cant wait to do more." Child aged 10, Toppsta.com; "A brilliant summer holiday idea and as a family we are excited in all getting involved in the inventions and filling our hand book." Parent of child aged 6, Toppsta.com; "What a fantastic book! Every page has an amazing idea and the instructions to make it. The pictures are bright and colourful, the instructions are easy to follow and the inventions are fab. This is a great book to keep the kids entertain for hours." Parent of children aged 5 & 6, Toppsta.com; "A fantastic bold, playful and highly educational book for those who love science, inventions and the curious littles who love to know the what's how's and why's" Parent to two children, Toppsta.com; "A perfect gift for curious, creative children who love experimenting!" Parent of child aged 6, Toppsta.comTable of ContentsExplore robotics by making a bionic hand Study the stars with a constellation viewer Watch animals to spark an idea Investigate balance to find the centre of gravity Build a bridge using strong shapes Create a TV show to entertain your friends Test strength by weaving threads Design a glider to swoop through the air Break the code to reveal a message Use shadows to measure time Explore sound with a harmonica Use a pulley to lift a heavy weight Conjure up magic by walking through paper Look at nature for creative ideas Use nature's power by harnessing the wind Design a postcard using a print block Discover mechanics by making a grabber arm Make moving pictures with an optical illusion Design a boat to carry cargo Pass on a secret using chemical reactions Explore wheels by making a spinning machine Use elastic energy to send an object flying Invent a maze to challenge your marble skills Slow a fall with air resistance Use wind energy and fly a kite Build 3D dice and invent a new game Explore friction with rolling wheels Record the weather using a wind vane Test a pendulum by making a demolition ball Lift off into Space by making a rocket

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Book SynopsisHow do we make bridges? Do animals have bridges? Find out more about the science of building bridges, big and small.Do You Know? is a series of levelled non-fiction books featuring video content, project work and critical-thinking activities to motivate and engage young learners. Covering a range of STEM topics, Do You Know? takes an enquiry-based approach, developing children''s language, communication and investigation skills.Recommended for children aged 7+, there are four levels progressing from CEFR level Pre-A1 to level A2. Each reader is accompanied by online video content, audio, video and comprehension activities, and suggestions for project work. Big Bridges, a Level 1 Reader, is Pre-A1 in the CEFR framework and supports YLE Starters exams. Short sentences contain a maximum of two clauses, using the present tense and some simple adjectives.

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Book SynopsisJenny Jacoby writes and edits books and magazines for children. From writing science activity books to inspiring profiles, puzzles and quizzes, she is passionate about making information fun. She lives in London.Luna Valentine is a Polish children's book illustrator, living in Nottingham, UK. She works digitally, finding inspiration in folk tales, video games, cute Japanese food, under her bed and other places nobody thinks to look. Her art has been described as humorous, quirky and colourful. At Nottingham Trent University she studied Graphic Design and gone on to do her Masters in Illustration. She has worked with a variety of clients including Paper Rose, Paperchase and Arteza.

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Book SynopsisIn Experiment with Engineering, you can take science out of the lab and into your home with this book of fun and engineering experiments to try!

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Book SynopsisNow in a smaller, "on the go" format: a top-selling My Big Wimmelbook chock-full of vibrant illustrations that tell stories without words, depicting characters on a variety of construction sites. In these board books, every page is bursting with life - and tons to discover! Wimmelbooks are virtually instruction-free, inviting kids to make their own way through the busy Wimmelworld they encounter, and to craft their own stories. Children as young as age 2 have a blast pointing out recognizable things - a blue tricycle, a hungry dog, a piggyback ride - while older kids can follow the star characters from page to page, telling their stories along the way. My Little Wimmelbook - At the Construction Site brings young readers to a variety of bustling construction sites in Wimmelcity, where they join a hardworking crew creating roads, a downtown building, a house, and more! It's the same exciting window into a construction team's world, made just the right size for portable fun.

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Book SynopsisLearn how humans have built dwellings to suit all kinds of habitats.Adapting themselves to all kinds of landscapes and climates, over the centuries humans have used their architectural ingeniousness to build amazing dwellings: find them here, from houses on stilts and igloos to tree houses and skyscrapers.Fully illustrated with clear, engaging artwork and intelligent, simple and original text presented in a clean, appealing design.

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Book SynopsisBob the bird is just like all his friends, apart from his skinny legs. When Bob is teased, he decides to try and change himself to fit in. But little does he know where all his efforts will lead him… An affirming picture book for age 3+ about the power of art and of being confident enough to be yourself.

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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 SynopsisExplore the construction site with a new title from Priddy Books–Let's Learn & Play! Construction. This fantastic new format is aimed at children aged three and over. Packaged in a sturdy case with a magnetic fastening, there is a board book with die-cut spaces to fit in over 20 play pieces. These pieces complete the busy scenes of different construction sites, from building a house, fixing the road to creating an outside play area. Each of the illustrated pages is full of things for children to spot and look for as they learn about how construction sites work. This book is great for encouraging problem solving skills as well as hand-eye coordination.

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Book SynopsisLittle Explorers: Let's Go! is a first information series for curious youngsters from 3 to 6 years old about the familiar places we go. Let's explore the building site!With sturdy flaps to lift on every page, little ones can have hands-on fun finding out about what goes on at the building site. Young readers will enjoy opening doors, recognising each big machine and finding out what all the different people on the construction site do. Meet an excavator driver, a crane operator and a bricklayer, find out how a new house is built and what tools each worker needs to do their job.This book features over 30 sturdy flaps to lift, along with charming artwork that introduces new concepts and vocabulary in a simple and accessible way.Part of the bestselling LITTLE EXPLORERS lift-the-flap series, which has sold more than ONE MILLION copies worldwide.Trade ReviewThis series of interactive flap books is perfect for the active minds and restless fingers of children starting reception, as well as older primary schoolchildren, who will find plenty to entertain the in the info-packed pages. * Saturday Times *

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Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers. The 7+ books are designed for children aged 7+ who need more practice to acquire phonics skills.Travel back in time to ancient Rome and see what life was like in this city. From homes and sanitation through to gladiators, learn about the city that became the centre of the Roman Empire. What do you think is the most interesting part of life in Rome?

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Book SynopsisHelp your child power up their reading skills and learn all about surviving natural disasters with this engaging non-fiction reader carefully levelled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 3: Built to Survive Natural Disasters will introduce kids to ingenious ways to make buildings safe in the face of fires, floods, quakes and more from swaying skyscrapers to houses that float and is a motivating introduction to using essential non-fiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading.DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of non-fiction: travelling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital non-fiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently.The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by:Covering engaging, mot

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Book SynopsisShang Dynasty China looks at one of the most fascinating and advanced ancient civilisations. Through structures as imposing as the tomb of a warrior queen or objects as beautiful and complex as a decorated bronze vessel, readers aged 9 and up gain a picture of who was who in ancient China and how the civilisation in which they lived worked.Perfect for Key Stage 2, each book in Great Civilisations approaches its subject through a scene-setting spread Who/where were the... then introduces the achievements of the chosen civilisation through 12 structures or objects, each of which illustrates a key aspect or theme. Writing, architecture, industry, warfare, transport and learning are all covered in the same simple, colourful and engaging way. Fact boxes and panels present incidental information and point the reader to the importance of parallel developments in other parts of the world.Table of Contents Section 1: Introduction Section 1: Great Metropolis - Society Section 1: An Unusual Queen - Court Life Section 1: Surreal Sculpture - Art Section 1: Beautiful Bell - Music Section 1: Big Ding - Technology Section 1: A Ghostly Chariot - Transport Section 1: Geometric Cup - Food and Drink Section 1: Green Chic - Jewellery Section 1: Moon Calendar - Astronomy Section 1: Fortune Tortoise - Writing Section 1: Fearsome Axe - Military Section 1: Turquoise Talisman - Religion Section 1: Glossary and Websites

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Book SynopsisDiscover the basic principles of engineering as you and your little one build a tower in this playful new title in the Big Science for Tiny Tots series from MIT Kids!Time to play! Watch as your baby uses their body for support, stability and structure while they reach and stack to make a tower. Observe the importance of a strong base and load-bearing materials as your little engineer builds, until ... uh-oh! CRASH! See how baby applied force to knock that tower down! Science is all around us and it's FUN!This exciting addition to the Big Science for Tiny Tots series of bright photographic board books encourages little ones and their carers to ask questions, feed their curiosity and fire up their senses as they go about their everyday play.

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