New Releases by Sarah Ridley

The snowy Arctic can reach below freezing temperatures, but how do the adorable baby animals that live there survive? Readers learn about the lifestyles of these baby animals, such as baby polar bears and baby eels, and expand their knowledge of different animal species and habitats. Age-appropriate and friendly text bring readers directly into the snowy animal world, as precious photographs have readers wishing they could cuddle these animals! Tricky words are defined throughout the text and in the glossary, allowing young readers to strengthen their vocabulary.

A beautiful picture book that explores how the life of one Amur (Siberian) tiger of the around 500 alive today, is linked to countless other animals and why biodiversity matters. Produced in association with the Natural History Museum, the book helps young children explore conservation without being alarmist. Vivian Mineker uses watercolour, coloured pencil and digital processes to create a modern look with a traditional texture. The book is part of the series One Life, One Planet for children age 5 plus. Titles in the series: One Blue Whale in Ten Thousand /One Bee in Billions / One Amur Tiger in Five Hundred / One Koala in Fifty Thousand

Travel back in time to the ancient Egyptian city of Thebes and find out all about ancient Egyptian life and culture. Travel back in time to Thebes and find out all about life and culture there. Sail down the River Nile, visit the awe-inspiring pyramids and temple complex at Karnak and Luxor and join in the fun at a festival! Like modern travel guides, the books in this series highlight must-see features and explain local culture. Each highlighted destination contains an explanation of what took part in these areas, as well as a look at important artefacts found there providing a bigger picture of life in the past. Typical travel guide notes include, ''best time to visit'', ''what to eat'' and ''where to stay''. Perfect for the KS2 history curriculum, and for readers aged 7 and up. Contents: Thebes Putting Thebes on the Map Sail Down the Nile Stop Off at the Pyramids Where To Stay Dress Like An Ancient Egyptian A Quick Guide To Gods and Goddesses Visit Some Temples Go To a Festival Death and Mummies Watch a Funeral Procession Tutankhamun Visit Quick! Glossary Further Information Index Books in this series: The Maya and Chichén Itzá Roman Britain and Londinium The Stone Age and Skara Brae Viking Britain and Jorvik Ancient Greece and Athens The Shang Dynasty and Yin London and the Victorians Ancient Egypt and Thebes

A beautiful picture book that explores how one the life of one koala is linked to countless other living things and why biodiversity matters. Produced in association with the Natural History Museum, the book helps young children explore conservation without being alarmist. The book is part of One Life, One Planet for children age 5 plus. Titles in the series: One Blue Whale in Ten Thousand One Bee in Billions One Amur Tiger in Five Hundred One Koala in Fifty Thousand

Step back in time to discover life in the ancient Greek city-state of Athens with this handy time travel guidebook! Perfect for the KS2 history curriculum, and for readers aged 7 and up. Time travel to visit the mighty city of Athens 2.500 years ago and find out all about ancient Greek life and culture. Get ready to visit the temples at the Acropolis, socialise at a symposium, see democracy in action, get fit at a local gymnasium and watch a brand new play at an outdoor theatre. Like modern travel guides, the books in this series highlight must-see features and explain local culture. Each highlighted destination contains an explanation of what took part in these areas, as well as a look at important artefacts found there providing a bigger picture of life in the past. Typical travel guide notes include, ''best time to visit'', ''what to eat'' and ''where to stay''. Perfect for the KS2 history curriculum, and for readers aged 7 and up. Titles in the series: The Ancient Egyptians and Thebes The Ancient Greeks and Athens The Maya and Chichén Itzá Roman Britain and Londinium The Shang Dynasty and Yinxu The Stone Age and Skara Brae The Victorians and London Viking Britain and Jorvik

Step back in time to discover life in the ancient Greek city-state of Athens with this handy time travel guidebook Travel back in time to the ancient Greek city-state of Athens and find out all about ancient Greek life and culture. Get ready to visit the temples at the Acropolis, socialise at a symposium, see democracy in action, get fit at a local gymnasium and watch a brand new play at an outdoor theatre. Like modern travel guides, the books in this series highlight must-see features and explain local culture. Each highlighted destination contains an explanation of what took part in these areas, as well as a look at important artefacts found there providing a bigger picture of life in the past. Typical travel guide notes include, ''best time to visit'', ''what to eat'' and ''where to stay''. Perfect for the KS2 history curriculum, and for readers aged 7 and up. Titles in the series: The Ancient Egyptians and Thebes The Ancient Greeks and Athens The Maya and Chichén Itzá Roman Britain and Londinium The Shang Dynasty and Yinxu The Stone Age and Skara Brae The Victorians and London Viking Britain and Jorvik

A beautiful picture book that explores how one the life of one bee is linked to countless other living things and why biodiversity matters. Produced in association with the Natural History Museum, the book helps young children explore conservation without being alarmist. It is full of interesting facts and covers topics including pollination, why bees are important and what we can do to help. The book is part of the series One Life, One Planet for children age 5 plus. Titles in the series: One Blue Whale in Ten Thousand One Bee in Billions One Amur Tiger in Five Hundred One Koala in Fifty Thousand

A beautiful picture book that explores how one the life of one blue whale is linked to countless other living things and why biodiversity matters. Produced in association with the Natural History Museum, the book helps young children explore conservation without being alarmist. The book is part of the series One Life, One Planet for children age 5 plus. Titles in the series: One Blue Whale in Ten Thousand One Bee in Billions One Amur Tiger in Five Hundred One Koala in Fifty Thousand

Find out about the circle of life on Earth''s amazing savannah habitat. Explore Ecosystems: Savannah dives into the diverse wonder of Africa''s grassland biome. This habitat is home to lions, ostriches, dung beetles, zebras and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through how the lives of these animals. It explores how savannah life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the seasons, volcanoes and rivers. The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up. Titles in the series In a Desert In an Ocean In a Pond In a Rainforest On a Savannah In a Tree

Find out about the circle of life on Earth''s amazing Amazon Rainforest habitat. Explore Ecosystems: Rainforest dives into the diverse wonder of South America''s famous rainforest biome. This habitat is home to jaguars, monkeys, frogs, birds and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through the lives of these animals. It explores how rainforest life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the climate and rivers. The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up. Titles in the series In a Desert In an Ocean In a Pond In a Rainforest On a Savannah In a Tree

Find out about the circle of life in Earth''s amazing pond habitats. Explore Ecosystems: Pond dives into the diverse wonder of a pond biome. This habitat is home to frogs, ducks, dragonfly, kingfishers and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through the lives of these animals. It explores how ocean life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the weather, rocks and mud. The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up. Titles in the series In a Desert In an Ocean In a Pond In a Rainforest On a Savannah In a Tree

Perfect for young children studying living things and their habitats in their science lessons, or for young minibeast fans, this book explores insect helpers and pests. We need insects to survive - for pollination - and many are essential for pest control. But insects can be trouble, spreading disease or eating crops. Then there are the ''useful'' insects - that make silk or shellac, or for dyes and wax. Insect design is also an inspiration to inventors and researchers, such as those inspired by the strength of spider webs to unlock other strong materials, or investigate how mealworms are able to eat plastic. Alongside the simple text, fantastic close-up photographs show the insects at work. The book is part of a series, The Insects that Run Our World, for children aged 6 plus. The titles are: The Pollinators, The Decomposers, The Predators and the Prey and The Helpers and the Pests.The books include information about how insects are threatened by habitat changes and pollution and how we can help them.

Perfect for young children studying food chains in their science lessons, or for young minibeast fans, this book explores the importance of insects in food chains, from the tiny flies eaten by fish, birds, bats and amphibians, to the larger insects eaten by bigger animals, such as anteaters and badgers. Insects are an indispensible part of countless food chains. Alongside the simple text, fantastic close-up photographs show the insects at work. The book is part of a series, The Insects that Run Our World, for children aged 6 plus. The titles are: The Pollinators, The Decomposers, The Predators and the Prey and The Helpers and the Pests.The books include information about how insects are threatened by habitat changes and pollution and how we can help them.

A look at baby animals in a range of habitats, exploring how their parents look after them, and how they learn, grow and thrive. Which baby animals are born in the ocean? What are baby eels called? What sound does a dolphin calf make? This book introduces young children to baby animals in ocean habitats. Clear and friendly text, suitable for children aged 5+, is complemented by beautiful photographs of animal babies in their natural environment. Part of the Animal Babies series looking at baby animals on farms, in the oceans and rainforests, and in snowy habitats.

A look at baby animals in a range of habitats, exploring how their parents look after them, and how they learn, grow and thrive. Which baby animals are born on farms? What is a baby goose called? Which baby animals live in a den? This book introduces young children to baby animals on a farm, exploring how their parents look after them, and how they learn, grow and thrive. Clear and friendly text, suitable for children aged 5+, is complemented by beautiful photographs of animal babies in a farm environment. Part of the Animal Babies series looking at baby animals on farms, in the oceans and rainforests, and in snowy habitats.

A look at baby animals in a range of habitats, exploring how their parents look after them, and how they learn, grow and thrive. Which baby animals are born in the rainforest? What are baby flying foxes called? What sound does a baby ring-tailed lemur make? This book introduces young children to baby animals in rainforest habitats. Clear and friendly text, suitable for children aged 5+, is complemented by beautiful photographs of animal babies in their natural environment. Part of the Animal Babies series looking at baby animals on farms, in the oceans and rainforests, and in snowy habitats.

A look at baby animals in a range of habitats, exploring how their parents look after them, and how they learn, grow and thrive. Which baby animals are born in cold, snowy places? What are baby seals called? What sound does a polar bear cub make? This book introduces young children to baby animals in snowy habitats, exploring how their parents look after them, and how they learn, grow and thrive. Clear and friendly text, suitable for children aged 5+, is complemented by beautiful photographs of animal babies in their natural environment. Part of the Animal Babies series looking at baby animals on farms, in the oceans and rainforests, and in snowy habitats.

In the wake of Covid-19, this book is a great first introduction as to what vaccines are, how scientists first developed them and information about the Covid-19 vaccination, and other serious illnesses including malaria. The book includes the science behind germs and the immune system, the first inoculations performed in China using smallpox scabs, details of the early adopters of inoculation such as Lady Montagu in Europe and Cotton Mather in the USA, moving to Edward Jenner and the creation of the first vaccine. As well as the history of vaccines, the book looks at the modern science and issues around vaccines, covering topics such as how you vaccinate the world, herd immunity, vaccine hesitancy and anti-vaxxers. The text is illustrated with archive and modern photography. ''There are plenty of bite-sized nuggets to capture the attention and the plentiful images will provoke many questions from curious readers ... A valuable and interesting introduction to a very relevant topic.'' Elizabeth Lockwood, Head of Biology, The King''s School, Canterbury for the English Association.

This book explores what makes an animal a mammal - how their characteristics are different from other groups of animals. It shows many examples of different types of mammals in their natural environment. The simple text, suitable for children aged 5+, is accompanied by large, attractive photographs. For children progressing through book bands it is suitable for reading at band 7: Turquoise. This book is part of the ''In the Animal Kingdom'' series which explores the classification of animals. Why not look for them all: Amphibians Live on Land and Water; Birds Have Feathers; Fish Live in Water; Reptiles Have Scaly Skin; Invertebrates Have No Backbone; Mammals Have Hair.

Fair Trade First explores what fair trade is, how it helps people and why we should all support itIt looks at fair trade products, from bananas to footballs, and where and how they are made, bringing the processes to life with carefully selected case studies and quotes from farmers and producers who have been helped by the Fairtrade Foundation. As a topic, it ties in with themes that really resonate today, such as conscious consumerism, product sustainability and climate change.The book also contains practical suggestions for how readers can help support fair trade initiatives, as well as some fun recipes to try at home. The text has been reviewed by the Fairtrade Foundation, and they have also supplied many of the images used in the book. Perfect reading for children aged 9 and up.ContentsWhat is fair trade? A Fairtrade story: chocolate A Fairtrade story: bananas A Fairtrade story: coffee A Fairtrade story: tea A Fairtrade story: sugar A Fairtrade story: cotton More Fairtrade products Supporting Fairtrade Questions and answers Glossary and further information Index

This book explores what makes an animal a reptile - how their characteristics are different from other groups of animals. It shows many examples of different types of reptiles in their natural environment. The simple text, suitable for children aged 5+, is accompanied by large, attractive photographs. For children progressing through book bands it is suitable for reading at level 7: Turquoise. This book is part of the ''In the Animal Kingdom'' series which explores the classification of animals. Why not look for them all: Amphibians Live on Land and Water; Birds Have Feathers; Fish Live in Water; Reptiles Have Scaly Skin; Invertebrates Have No Backbone; Mammals Have Hair.

This book is an ideal resource for exploring and discussing online safety and includes topics such as using search engines, playing online games, cyber bullying, trolls and much more. Me and My World explores topics that are important to children aged 6 plus as they grow up. The text and illustrations provide lots of talking points and questions help children to relate information to themselves and discover their similarities and differences. In the classroom, the books are great for exploring the topics in the RSE 2020 curriculum. The titles in the series are Being safe, My behaviour, My family, My friends, My growing body and Life online.

Which baby animals are born in cold, snowy places? What are baby seals called? What sound does a polar bear cub make? Introducing young children to baby animals in a range of habitats, exploring how their parents look after them, and how they learn, grow and thrive, this book features clear and friendly text and is suitable for children aged 5+.

This book is an ideal resource for exploring and discussing friendship relationships, exploring topics such as making friends, falling out, bullying, peer pressure, allyship, changing friendships and much more. Me and My World explores topics that are important to children aged 6 plus as they grow up. The text and illustrations provide lots of talking points and questions help children to relate information to themselves and discover their similarities and differences. In the classroom, the books are great for exploring the topics in the RSE 2020 curriculum. The titles in the series are Being safe, My behaviour, My family, My friends, My growing body and Life online.

A series for young children that explains the vital importance of insects to our world. Perfect for young children studying living things and their habitats in their science lessons, or for young minibeast fans, this book explores insect helpers and pests. We need insects to survive - for pollination - and many are essential for pest control. But insects can be trouble, spreading disease or eating crops. Then there are the ''useful'' insects - that make silk or shellac, or for dyes and wax. Insect design is also an inspiration to inventors and researchers, such as those inspired by the strength of spider webs to unlock other strong materials, or investigate how mealworms are able to eat plastic. Alongside the simple text, fantastic close-up photographs show the insects at work.