New Releases by Ruth Thomson

Describes how a salmon grows from an egg, becomes stronger by feeding on plankton, and swims back upstream to where it was born as a fully grown adult.

Describes the physical characteristics of frogs and introduces their life cycle, from egg to tadpole to adult frog.

'What is a Self-Portrait?' features well-known examples of fine art and discusses how artists reveal themselves through their self-portraits.

Examines the uses of paper, how it is made and, how it may be reused.

With a cross-curricular approach that links environmental issues with both science and geography, this series provides insight into the ways materials are re-used or recycled all around the world.

With a cross-curricular approach that links environmental issues with both science and geography, this series provides insight into the ways materials are re-used or recycled all around the world.

With a cross-curricular approach that links environmental issues with both science and geography, this series provides insight into the ways materials are re-used or recycled all around the world.

First Writing is a range of books from the hugely successful Adventures in Literacy series. These two new titles in the range offer the basic skills essential for forming simple sentences, rhymes and stories and guide children from phonics through to independent writing and reading. The series covers non-fiction and fiction writing skills, enabling children to expand their vocabulary and express their imagination.

This lively series provides an accessible introduction to the subject of art. Examining sculpture, still life, self-portraits, and textiles, each title features examples from a variety of artists, techniques, and cultures and includes simple activities and observation questions. While inspiring their creativity, the books also encourage kids to look for art in the world around them.

See how the explosion of color and pageantry of life''s celebrations remains a constant source of inspiration for some of the world''s greatest painters.

One of the most awesome forces of nature, weather has long been a source of inspiration for many of the world''s most gifted artists.

A First look at Art is a wonderful series that teaches children how to look at paintings and sculpture while helping them to develop their own creative skills. Themed spreads focus on one image per page. Simple questions inspire children to think about each piece of art. Exciting projects challenge readers to experiment with ideas. Handy art tips help children get to grips with new techniques.

Teaches young readers to examine and appreciate myths in paintings and sculptures, and provides activities to encourage the development of creative skills.

Originally published: London: Hodder Wayland, 2005.

Discovering Paintings is a thought-provoking series of books, which compare and contrast paintings on a particular theme. The books are packed with intriguing facts and questions about pictures and painters, and also include observation games and activities.

Little Hands helps to launch the Building Blocks range of titles for foundation level children. Focussing on the natural world, these books use all the senses to encourage children to explore each topic. Leaves, flowers and seeds are some of the things they learn about by touching, comparing, smelling and generally getting their little hands messy!

This title focuses on people's everyday lives in different countries around the world. It features quality, specially commissioned photographs and offers a very accessible approach with a lot of information given in extended captions.

A First Dictionary is a fantastic and much-requested new addition to the immensly popular Adventures in Literacy range. As well as introducing dictionary skills, this dictionary is an ideal support title for all kinds of writing activities, providing a comprehensive definition of about 1500 words. Each word entry is illustrated and includes its relevant different form (plural, verb variations etc), a definition and an example of a sentence where the word may be used. Beautifully designed to make the words and meanings easily accessible for every kind of reader, this invaluable title can be used across a very broad range of abilities.

Features words and word games to help children speak in simple and complex sentences.

Ideas for all kinds of non-fiction writing. (from cover).

What was it like when your relatives were young? -- Changing times is an original series that looks at life in the recent past through the eyes of four generations of the same family. Change and continuity are emphasized through contemporary photographs and artefacts. The books will stimulate historical interest and awarenes.

Presents a variety of works of art that depict landscapes and buildings in different media, explains how they express the artist''s ideas, and suggests related projects.

What is Still Life? Featuring examples of fine art, this title looks at the variety of subjects used for still life paintings, plus elements of painting such as colour and line. What are Textiles? This title uses examples from different cultures to discuss materials and techniques for making different kinds of textiles.

Saints introduces some popular saints, explains how to recognize them, relates the stirring story behind each painting, and encourages you to take a closer look.

Get Set Go is an innovative activity series which explores a variety of popular themes, combining information with ideas for fun activities.

A beginning grammar guide that provides more sentence structure, including sentence examples, grammar instruction and creative writing ideas.

Over 1,100 words, grouped under keywords, provide a wide variety of words to make writing more exciting.

A First look at Art is a series that teaches children how to look at paintings and sculpture while helping them to develop their own creative skills.