Most Popular Books by Susan MEREDITH

Discover how farmers care for cows and what benefits we get from these large farm animals.

Growing up is a whole lot easier if you have some idea what to expect. This book describes exactly what will happen to your body in a straightforward, easy-to-understand way, and it explains some of your feelings too - all you need to know for this important time in your life. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "Look no further: the What''s Happening to Me? Books are nothing short of brilliant. They aim to help children aged nine and above understand bodily changes and they do this extremely well.Susan Meredith answers the questions young girls want to ask but might feel afraid to. It''s all there: getting measured up for a bra, periods, using towels and tampons, feeling, diet, health and hygiene and there is also a section on what happens to boys.The text is informal, chatty, full of useful facts and packed with considerate advice and support. A book like that wouldn''t work as well without graphics and diagrams, and the illustrations are colourful and engaging as well as informative." - John Dabell, TES Magazine

Bright comic style drawings combine with information about the anatomy, hygiene & nutrition of the body. 8-12 yrs.

Looks at what religion is and its world wide impact today and its history. Includes a map and time chart of religions. 9 yrs+

Curious kids will learn how farmers care for chickens and what benefits we get from these little farm animals.

This math concept book engages young readers through simple text and photos as they discover the difference between half and whole.

A simple introduction to computers beginning with how to turn it on, holding a mouse, drawing and changing pictures, adding text, printing, saving the work, and shutting down.

If you go outside on a windy day, you realize just how strong air can be. It can lift a kite high in the sky and grab onto a balloon and carry it away. But even when the air is calm, you can feel its strength and resistance when you move. How Do Aircraft Fly? reveals the science behind air pressure and flying everything from hot-air balloons to helicopters to jet aircraft through eye-catching full-color photograph and illustrations, as well as through textual explanations of real-world examples.

Get more out of watching aquatics with this easy-to-follow guide to the rules and aims of major aquatics events, including swimming, diving, water polo and synchronized swimming.

Discusses the physical changes brought on by puberty and follows the development of a baby from conception through birth and the first years of life.

The number one problem in our world today is effective energy management--the energy that fuels our buildings and propels our vehicles as well as our human energy. But if individuals, governments, and corporations take action now, we can have a bright energy future. In Beyond Light Bulbs, Susan Meredith helps readers move beyond the gloom, doom, and overwhelm of global warming and the energy crisis. She offers hopeful and helpful advice for actions we can all take to improve our future. Straightforward and clear, the book offers a complete an comprehensive overview of energy in layman''s terms, while giving concrete examples of how you can contribute and benefit.

Explains techniques of film-making and of creating special effects.

Describes the history and techniques of ballet, what to wear, basic ballet movements and shapes, and stories of famous ballets.

This fascinating introduction explores every aspect of a vital subject. It takes you deep inside a cell to see where genes are found and goes behind the headlines to explain cloning, gene therapy, the human genome, DNA testing, GM foods, genetic engineering and much more. Stunning 3D artwork shows exactly how gene science works and clear, friendly text and simple, step-by-step diagrams provide concise, enlightening information, supplemented by recommended websites.

An informative guide about what''s gone wrong with the planet, what needs to be done and how to help. Answers questions such as: How can I save energy? What is a carbon footprint? What causes air pollution? Can science solve the problem? Written in a clear, factual style with bright, stylish illustrations and internet links to recommended websites to find out more. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet.

Reveals the science behind buoyancy and why objects float, even if they are large cruise or military vessels. Features colorful photographs and illustrations.

These popular first-guides have appealing new cover designs and suggested Internet sites, teach your dog to sit, make fun toys for your hamster, and more.

Text and illustrations describe various nocturnal animals and their habits.

Describes the changes that take place in the body during puberty. Sections on sexual intercourse, contraception, and AIDS are included.

-- Highly visual introductions explain each scientific field-- Safe, simple projects and experiments can be performed with ordinary household items

This guide provides a wide range of ideas for activities that will help parents to encourage the development of first skills such as object manipulation and mobility in babies from birth up to 30 months.

Learning a new language is made easy and fun with these new illustrated flashcards.Age 4+ A set of 100 sturdy flashcards with over 200 essential Spanish words to learn. On the front and back of each card, there is a Spanish word illustrated with a simple picture. Readers can listen to all the words read by a native Spanish speaker at the Usborne Quicklinks Website.

This title has been revised to include Usborne''s innovative Internet links. This is a first practical guide to ballet - a pastime which is of interest to many young children, particularly girls. Aimed at the aspiring ballerina, this book offers simple step-by-step advice in a helpful and clear format. With detailed instructions and full-colour illustrations and photographs, children should soon learn the skills needed for ballet dancing.

Easy-to-read text discusses how the body works.