Most Popular Books by Mick Manning

Have you ever wondered what life was like for the Woolly Mammoth? It was very hard! These kings of the elephant race faced the harsh Ice Age climate and the threat of natural predators - none more terrifying than Man and his merciless spear. Includes an illustrated fact strip giving more information on how we know about the lives of mammoths today, taken from the very latest mammoth findings.

A celebration of people's technological ability, it is a perfect starting point for children to begin to explore the subject. Ages 5-7 years.

How often do you wash your hands? When did you last scrub your nails? And did you brush your hair this morning? Children can find out the reasons for doing these things in this exploration of personal hygiene.

Wonderwise Readers combine a real story, pictures and amazing facts in an imaginative approach to non-fiction, perfect for children just beginning to read (no more than 2 lines per page). In this book: so much happens when the sun goes down. Animals hunt, the moon shines and while you are sleeping, lots of people are at work. Ages 4-7.

This information and activity book explores everything about the seaside - the beach, the dunes, the surf, the cliffs, the animals that live there and how people have made use of the seaside. The award-winning authors also provide lots of ideas for projects to stimulate a child's imagination.

STONE AGE, BONE AGE takes a young child on an imaginative adventure back in time - back to the stone age when people dressed in skins and hunted for woolly mammoths. Carried along by an engaging, lyrical text, we discover all about how stone age people lived, the tools they used and the food they ate, how they dressed and where they slept. Finally, we visit a magic place, deep in a cave, where beautiful paintings flicker in the torchlight and wild dancing takes place...'Stamp like stag Dance like a bear ' and celebrate 'Stone Age, Bone Age, What a clever age '. This book is truly unique, and an exceptional addition to the Wonderwise series from an award-winning author-illustrator team.

Mick Manning and Brita Granstrom, award-winning author/illustrators of many of the Wonderwise titles, have created an exciting new collection of young non-fiction books that are perfect for children just beginning to read. Each book explores a particular area of learning with a simple narrative text and beautiful illustrations which, where appropriate, are labelled or given very simple captions. This differentiated text gently introduces readers to some of the methods of extracting information from a non-fiction book, but still enables them read the book as a story - or simply look at the pictures. Each book has a list of contents, further information and a glossary/index. I Feel Sick follows the progress of a germ, what it does to people and ways of staying health The Seed I Planted looks at seeds and growing new plants, in particular a conker a young child planted 35 years ago.

It was windy and wet. A day for staying in with hot drinks and toast. Then the lights went out - a power cut Ages 6+.

Imaginative non-fiction stories for the beginner reader.

Linked to its own website so that readers can all join the Planet Patrol www.theplanetpatrol.com Produced by a multi-award winning duo who really make the issues come alive for young readers. Early Years Foundation Stage: PSED, KUW, CD

A friendly and inspiring introduction to music history, telling the stories of the world's greatest musicians from Bach to Beyoncé. The Story of Music begins with the early drums and flutes of our ancestors, which date back to the last icea age, through to the modern day. Mick Manning and Brita Granström take your on a tour of their personally selected music library, which showcases the work of some of the world's most famous artists and few a less well-known ones. The musicians featured include Vivaldi, Bach, Beethoven, Mozart, Tchaikovsky, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Chuck Berry; Aretha Franklin, Bob Marley, The Beatles, Bob Dylan, David Bowie, Blondie, Grandmaster Flash, Nicki Minaj, Beyoncé as well as Björk and Kraftwerk. The friendly text and illustrations help children to appreciate the music, highlighting interesting biographical details. The book's large format means the music artwork is reproduced on a wonderfully impactful scale. This really is a book to give and treasure. The creative team of Mick Manning and Brita Granström are well-known for their ground breaking children's information books. Their many awards range the TES Information Book Award for What's Under the Bed? and the English Association Non-fiction award for Charlie's War Illustrated.

Early reader. Fact and fiction. 6yrs+

The informative and compelling non-fiction titles offer authentic writing styles. The titles include traditional non-fiction text types and features, as well as quirky topics and content that provide a child-friendly way to learn.Stunning photography.Informative illustrations and diagrams.Authentic, child-friendly contexts for teaching reading.All titles can be purchased separately as single titles. For more information, please contact your Oxford Primary Consultant.

Explains the importance of bathing and good hygiene and also shows how other animals groom themselves.

This is a look at each of the 86 counties of Britain. The physical shape of the counties is looked at first with an emphasis on the natural features which have determined their shape. The history and culture of each county is then discussed. This includes the dramatic events that have left their mark in historical sites, ruined castles and enduring monuments, and those specialities and customs that have been handed down through the generations.

Come on a journey through the rainforest, from the high canopy to the leaf litter rotting on the ground. Discover all about the animals and plants that live together in this remarkable habitat from the people who depend on them for their survival.

"You are the new doctor and you've arrived just in time at the hospital! The staff need your help to decide what's wrong with all their patients, and how to treat them. Look at the symptoms, decide what you think the matter is, then flip the flap and find out"--Back cover. Suggested level: junior, primary.

A multi-award winning series of non-fiction picture books Two excellent topics which link into the curriculum for maths, science, technology and history Includes helpful notes on making the best use of the books.

Be a fly on the wall in the time of the ancient Egyptians. See how the mummy-makers perform their grisly work, sail down the Nile with Huya the scribe, and creep into the tombs with robbers as they steal jewels by eerie torchlight. These pages are packed full of up-to-date information about the world of the Pharaohs from the latest archaeological discoveries. With spilled potions, squashed insects and flower petals, this book shows you ancient Egypt as it really happened!

Part of the WONDERWISE series, a title which examines the process of recycling, using the example of a bottle left on a beach. Illustrated by Brita Granstrom, suitable for the National Curriculum at Key Stage 1/2.

First published in hardback in 1997, a full colour introduction to the concept of rain in the EARLY WORMS series, featuring images of wet washing, wellington boots, puddles and umbrellas, illustrated by Brita Granstrom. Suitable for the National Curriculum KS 0-1.

A celebration of motherhood in all its forms, from mother ants that live below the ground to giant blue mother whales that swim with their calves, reminding children how super mums can be. Illustrated in colour by Brita Granstrom.

Previously published in hardback in 1997, one of a range of titles in the EARLY WORMS series which provides an introduction to the weather. Illustrated in colour by Brita Granstrom. Includes parents' notes.

An introduction to the concept of wind in the EARLY WORMS series, featuring images of leaves swaying and rustling, hats blowing off, and windows rattling, illustrated by Brita Granstrom. Suitable for the National Curriculum KS 0-1.

Simple text and lively illustrations explain the concept of different time zones in operation around the world.

Full of facts and feelings about the real world, this picture book encourages children to think, feel, imagine and wonder as they learn.

Did you know you can explore space and visit the stars from right here on planet Earth? Follow along with Max and Kate as they visit a science museum and learn about the night sky.