Most Popular Books by Jane Chisholm

Introduces the basic concepts of chemistry, and looks at atoms, molecules and what happens in chemical reactions.

Examines aspects of everyday life in the world''s first civilizations, with emphasis on early Egyptian, Greek and Roman cultures.

Provides information on the culture and history of ancient Greece from Minoan times to the coming of the Romans.

Describes the world of the Romans from the founding of the city to the decline of the empire.

The everyday world of people who lived in the ancient Roman times is brought to life in this book with simple text.

A concise overview of world history from 9000 B.C. to 1997 A.D.

This book discusses what the Earth is like, the days and night, the seasons, and more.

A concise overview of world history from 9000 B.C. to 1997 A.D.

Captioned illustrations demonstrate how two children lived 17,000 years ago.

Diagrams, illustrations, experiments, and puzzles provide an introduction to various living things.

An introduction to Viking civilization, including who they were, and how they lived, dressed, and worshipped. Includes addresses of Internet sites about the Vikings.

Discusses how and why castles were built, how they were defended, and who lived in them, and includes historical facts on actual castles.

Suitable for aspiring young writers, this activity book is full of hints, tips and handy tasks for writing stories. It includes writing tips, techniques and methods to make every story a masterpiece, with helpful activities on coming up with ideas, writing from different points of view, and creating characters, settings and story lines.

- Gives answers to the first questions children ask about history, provoking comparison with life as they know it today.

"This book explains some of the fascinating mysteries of the Universe for the younger reader. Written in clear, simple language and with bright colourful illustrations, this book is perfect for any child interested in space and spaceflight. One section looks at our own planet Earth, explaining such things as why it gets dark at night, why we have weather and what is under the ground. Another section looks at our part of the Universe-the Sun, the Moon and the planets-and the stars and galaxies of outer space. This book also talks about space travel, explaining how rockets work, what satellites do, the Apollo Moon missions and the future in space."--BOOK COVER

This encyclopedia brings Ancient Greece to life. Lavishly illustrated with stunning photographs, detailed maps, dramatic cutaways and reconstructions of historical events, this is the only reference book on Ancient Greece you''ll ever need.

Extensively illustrated, computers and almost every aspect of their functioning are described in this book.

Introduces the basic concepts of chemistry, and looks at atoms, molecules and what happens in chemical reactions.

Illustrated throughout in colour a new title in the USBORNE LANGUAGE GUIDES series.