Most Popular Books by Stephanie Turnbull

Who lived in a castle and what was it like? In this book you''ll find the answers and lots more about the wonderful world of castles. Castles is an exciting series of books for children who are beginning to read on their own. The easy-to-read text has been specially written with the help of a reading expert.

Did you know that somewhere in the world a volcano is erupting right now? In this fascinating book you can read about amazing eruptions and find out about fiery lava rivers, deadly ash clouds, steaming springs and much more. Volcanoes is part of an exciting series of books for children who are beginning to read on their own. The easy-to-read text has been specially written with the help of a reading expert.

This book is an introduction to dinosaurs and the conditions on Earth millions of years ago.

Describes how a caterpillar develops into a butterfly, and discusses moths and the feeding habits and defenses of butterflies. How do caterpillars turn into butterflies? What do butterflies eat? What is a moth? In this book you''ll find the answers and lots more about these fascinating insects.

Readers are introduced to the big cats of the world--including lions, tigers, and panthers--in this guide that helps them to discover the different species, their habitats, what they eat, the family structure of these animals, and much more. Spectacular photographs and suggested Web sites to visit enhance this book.

Learn the versatile art of lithography and explore its expressive potential This practical book explains how to create and print your own lithographs. With clear step-by-step sequences, it explains the full process that depends fundamentally on water not mixing with grease. It includes new methods and ideas in an up-to-date practical guide that covers everything from studio set-up through to mixing inks for edition printing, and then explains alternative techniques such as Lo-shu washes, negative drawing, transfers and Manière Noire. This book is an invaluable reference as you explore the beautiful and expressive potential of one of the oldest printmaking techniques. The processes – stone lithography, ball-grained plates (aluminium and zincography) and photoplates Inks and paper – edition printing, multiple transfer techniques and alternative drawing materials Recipes – quick reference guide and reminder for mixing etches, processing chemicals, mixing tusche and making drawing materials

Have you ever wondered what''s inside you? Take a tour around your amazing body and find out what your heart and lungs do, how you see and hear, where food goes and lots more.

Did you know that the Vikings were both terrifying raiders and brave explorers? In this fascinating book, you can find out what it was like to be a Viking, and learn about Viking homes, feasts, boats, gods and much more.

Who were the ancient Egyptians? Why did they build pyramids and how were mummies made? In this book you''ll find the answers and lots more about life in ancient Egypt. Egyptians is part of an exciting series of books for children who are beginning to read on their own. The easy-to-read text has been specially written with the help of a reading expert.

Who were the ancient Egyptians? Why did they build pyramids and how were mummies made? These and other questions are answered with vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, and short, easy to read text. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "No Key Stage 1 classroom should be without the whole set." - The Bookseller

Maps, illustrations, and text provide information on the regions and countries of the world.

Offers facts and illustrated maps of the continents and countries of the world, with links to the Internet for further information.

This atlas explores the world''s biggest and best fossil sites and shows some of the fossils that have been unearthed in these sites.

A brief illustrated introduction to the civilization of ancient Greece, including everyday life.

A simple, illustrated description of medieval knights and how they lived and fought. Goes into aspects of the daily lives of knights, including their training, armor, battles, and historical circumstances, and includes examples of famous knights from history and legend. What happens at a medieval tournament? What types of weapons did knights use? Find the answers and lots more in this exciting beginning reader.

Have you ever wondered what happens to the things you throw away? In this book you can find out more about trash and follow its journey to be buried, burned, or recycled into something new.

Delightful child-sized books are perfect for sharing.

What is the Sun made of? How did astronauts get to the Moon and what did they find there? In this book you''ll find the answers and lots more about what''s out in space.

A comprehensive world atlas with 60 pages of maps showing land cover, cities and towns, boundaries, rivers and lakes and places of interest. Each continent is introduced with several pages of key facts, satellite views and information on major geographical features. Endmatter includes a gazetteer of states, geography quiz and time zones chart. A classic Usborne reference book, fully updated and now available in paperback.

''Usborne Beginners'' contain dual-level text. On each page a simple line for beginner readers is accompanied by a more complex one, which can be read aloud by an adult or by the child as he or she grows in confidence.

Why do you need food and what happens to it inside your body? Which foods give you energy and which ones make you fit and strong? In this book you can explore your amazing insides and discover all kinds of fantastic food facts.

Usborne Local 034-06-06 $8.95.

A detailed look at the science and discovery of dinosaurs for older children covering dinosaurs by continent and including detailed reconstructions of what dinosaurs and the earth looked like in prehistoric times.

Lots of brilliant and original ideas for things to make with paper, including a fairytale castle picture, pop-up cards, paper gliders and masks, and fabulous flowers and paper chains. Ages: 5+ Quick and easy projects using materials found at home with clear step-by-step instructions two pages of colourful stickers for adding special effects. Ages: 5+

"A fun magazine-like book for preteen and teen girls on crafty ways to make and keep memories of events. Includes information on decorating, writing in, and hiding a private diary. Also includes idea for using photos to create scrapbooks and other photo keepsakes, such as mugs"--Provided by publisher.