Knights and Castles (Usborne First Reading. Level Four) 通过 RachelFirth, Sam Church Hardcover, 48 页, 发布时间 2010 通过 Usborne Books International Edition ISBN-13: 978-1-4095-0662-1, ISBN: 1-4095-0662-2
"Beginner readers are taken on a trip back to medieval times to learn what it was like to be a knight and live in a castle. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme, developed with experts at the University of Roehampton, this title is full of information on how knights fought, what they did for fun and also includes short biographies of real-life knights and descriptions of some of the castles that can still be seen today. The book is acco ..."
"Rich in historical detail, with information about how knights lived both in war and peace, the importance of chivalry and how their armour and horses helped them to win many battles. Also contains a fact file with details of famous knights and a glossary of terms associated with knights and armour. Internet-links to recommended websites via the Usborne Quicklinks Website."
"Using lively examples and thought experiments, this book provides an accessible introduction to a wide range of philosophical questions and invites the reader think about things in ways they may not have done before."
"A brand new addition to Usborne Young Reading Series 3 chronicling the life and times of Julius Caesar, this information reader is particularly suitable for boys. Spanning the life of the great leader from his teens to his brutal assassination, and featuring events such as Caesar's capture by pirates as a young man, his military successes across Europe, encounters with Cleopatra and becoming dictator of Rome, this is a must-read for any ..."
"BUT THEY ARE JUST A TINY PART OF WHAT'S OUT IN SPACE. IN THIS BOOK, YOU'LL DISCOVER SOME OF THE AMAZING THINGS THAT ARE OUT THERE, MANY OF WHICH YOU CAN SEE WITH JUST A PAIR OF BINOCULARS OR A SMALL TELESCOPE."
"An introduction to mediaeval knights and life in the Middle Ages. The topics covered include castles, armour, weapons and battle, tournaments, chivalry and life in towns and castles. The volume is part of a series exploring a wide range of subjects which should be of special interest to children. Photographs and colour illustrations combine with text and facts, and Web sites featuring further information, downloadable pictures and diagr ..."
"Where do colors come from? Why does ice float on water? How can a silent sound help you to see beneath the sea? Many scientific mysteries are unraveled inside this fascinating book. Find out how science has expanded the frontiers of knowledge, from the smallest specks of matter to the edges of space and time. Amazing photographs and illustrations reveal a world packed full with wonders - proving that science is truly more astounding tha ..."
"A lively collection of six thrilling classic stories of action and adventure. Stories include Moonfleet, Around the World in 80 Days, Gulliver, Robin Hood, The Canterville Ghost and Robinson Crusoe. Each story is brilliantly illustrated by the artists of the popular Young Reading Series. 352 pages."
"Meet a girl who fights dragons, a brave warrior queen, and a daughter in search of her Samurai father...This beautifully illustrated collection brings you eight fantastic fairy tales from around the world."
Knights and Castles (English Language Learners/Intermediate) 通过 RachelFirth, Sam Church Hardcover, 48 页, 发布时间 2013 通过 Usborne Publishing Ltd ISBN-13: 978-1-4095-6355-6, ISBN: 1-4095-6355-3
"This title takes beginner readers on a trip back to medieval times to learn what it was like to be a knight and live in a castle, finding out how they fought and what they did for fun. It includes short biographies of famous knights and descriptions of castles that can still be seen today. This title is part of the Usborne English Language Learners programme, featuring books from the Usborne Reading Programme, with audio CDs in British ..."
"Rather than explaining details about how to do physics, this book focusses on explaining what different branches of physics are about, how we know about them, and what mysteries remain for budding physicists to uncover."
"This title takes beginner readers on a trip back to medieval times to learn what it was like to be a knight and live in a castle, finding out how they fought and what they did for fun. It includes short biographies of famous knights and descriptions of castles that can still be seen today. This title is part of the Usborne English Language Learners programme, featuring books from the Usborne Reading Programme, with audio CDs in British ..."
"This is a brilliant introduction to the most famous characters from Shakespeare's plays and a must-have for all Sticker Dressing/Sticker Dolly Dressing fans. You can dress the actors with the 200+ stickers included, to get them ready for their stage appearances in Shakespeare's greatest plays. It is a fun and accessible way to learn about the Bard. It is guaranteed to spark further interest in Shakespeare's plays."
Julius Caesar (Usborne Young Reading: Series Three) 通过 RachelFirth, Stephen Parkhouse Hardcover, 64 页, 发布时间 2007 通过 Usborne Books ISBN-13: 978-0-7945-1595-9, ISBN: 0-7945-1595-9
"Presents the life and accomplishments of the Roman general and statesman whose brilliant military leadership helped make Rome the center of a vast empire."
"An introduction to science for young children. It includes simple, safe projects which use easily-obtainable household equipment. There are photographs and illustrations designed to appeal to readers and pre-readers, along with links to Web sites containing additional information."
"Describes and illustrates different kinds of dinosaurs and other prehistoric reptiles; discusses their feeding, defenses, intelligence, movement, senses, mating, and theories about their disappearance; and includes Web site addresses to enhance the reader's research.Describes and illustrates different kinds of dinosaurs and other prehistoric reptiles; discusses their feeding, defenses, intelligence, movement, senses, mating, and disappe ..."