Fact-packed topic books for primary school children Brave soldiers, important battles, life on the Home Front! It's time to learn everything about the Second World War. Packed with facts, pictures and maps it's ideal for homework, topic work, KS2 school projects and anyone who is simply curious about history. * colourful photography and illustration * hundreds of interesting facts * maps, diagrams, interactive glossary, and more!

Full of fun facts and colorful art, "Pirates of the Carolinas for Kids" details the life of a pirate in the Golden Age of Piracy and introduces nine of the most famous pirates to weigh anchor in the Carolinas. From Blackbeard to female pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read, the stories behind these infamous buccaneers and their way of life are revealed. Learn why they became pirates and how they found their treasure. See what kinds of ships they sailed and how they talked. Then enjoy fun pirate activities and take a quiz to test your knowledge. Before you know it, you'll be able to answer questions like:

- When was the Golden Age of Piracy? See page 5
- What did pirates eat? See page 6
- Did pirates really have wooden legs? See page 7
- What is a sloop? See page 10
- What is hardtack? See page 15
- Does piracy still exist today? See page 18
- What was the name of Blackbeard's flagship? See page 24
- How were women able to disguise themselves and become pirates? See page 37
- Which pirate was known as the "Arch Pirate"? See page 41
- What languages did pirate Billy Lewis speak? Page 45
- Who was Woodes Rogers and why was he sent to the Bahamas? See page 51
- Did pirates follow any rules? Page 54
- What famous author wrote a story about Captain Kidd's buried treasure? See page 59

- What lighthouse is the farthest north in North Carolina?

- Is the Bodie Island Lighthouse on an island?

- What's a shoal and why is it dangerous for ships?

- What pirate used to hide out on Ocracoke Island?

- Which South Carolina lighthouse is called "The Leaning Lighthouse"?

- What lighthouse was the last one built in South Carolina?

- What North Carolina lighthouse is the tallest lighthouse in America?

- Which lighthouse was moved 1600 feet inland?

- Which lighthouse was designed like a puzzle--in pieces, so that it could be taken apart and put back together?

- Where was the very first lighthouse in the world?

- Where was the very first lighthouse in America?

- What is a "Texas tower"?

- How many lighthouses are on the Outer Banks?

- How many steps do you have to climb to get to the top of the Cape Lookout Lighthouse?

- How do range lights show boat captains how to enter a channel?

"Lighthouses of the Carolina for Kids" answers these questions and many more. A lively text, rich in pictures, tells the history and lore of the lighthouses along the Carolina shores--from Currituck Lighthouse at the top of North Carolina to the Haig Point Lighthouses at the bottom of South Carolina. Learn about the people who designed and built them. Meet some of the keepers who braved storms and suffered loneliness while tending their beacons. Learn how lighthouses operated in the early days and how they operate now.

She was Queen of Scotland and of France, and a possible Queen of England; she was involved in a series of mysterious deaths; in the end she lost her head... But what was life really like for Mary, Queen of Scots? Put on your ruff and step into the sixteenth century for a unique glimpse into the dramatic life of the infamous queen. Mary's story is told from the perspective of her young servant Alec. Each easy-to-read chapter mixes the involving story of the queen's life with timelines, charts and revealing illustrations to create a Fact-tastic account that is both educational and emotionally engaging for younger readers. Take a journey through time and find out: -- Why did Mary become Queen of Scots when she was just six days old? -- What exotic animals lived with the young queen? -- How did Mary escape from Lochleven Castle? -- Why did Mary's cousin, Queen Elizabeth I, arrange her beheading? The Amazing Life of Mary, Queen of Scots continues the brilliant Fact-tastic series, which blends intriguing facts and fascinating fiction to bring the most exciting, gruesome and crucial moments of Scottish history alive for young readers.

How do you sum up the amazing world of art in just 100 words? This striking book takes on the challenge! From pottery to Pointillism, each of the carefully chosen 100 words has its own 100-word long description and quirky illustration, providing a fascinating introduction to art. Basically, everything you need to know in a nutshell. Along with some classic methods, such as painting and sketching, you'll also discover less predictable aspects of art that will give you a fresh perspective. Featuring materials, elements, methods, art movements, styles and places this book covers a wide range of topics and themes, as well as some key artists of the past and present. With a clean, contemporary design, each word occupies a page of its own. A large striking illustration neatly encapsulates the accompanying 100 words of text. Other titles in the 100 Things to Know About series include: Ancient World, World Politics, Inventions.

With this guide, major help for term papers relating to Colonial American history has arrived in a volume sure to enrich and stimulate students in challenging and enjoyable ways. Chock full of stimulating and creative term paper suggestions and vetted research resources focusing on the Colonial Era, this volume is indispensable for students, librarians, and instructors. Students from high school age to undergraduate will use it to get a jumpstart on assignments in Colonial American history with the hundreds of term paper suggestions and research information offered here in an easy-to-use format. Users can quickly choose from the 100 important events, ranging from the first attempt at colonization at the Lost Colony of Roanoke, Virginia, in 1585 to the ratification of the Constitution in 1791. With this book, the research experience is transformed and elevated. Term Paper Resource Guide to Colonial American Historyis a superb source to motivate and educate students who have a wide range of interests and talents. Coverage includes key wars and conflicts, establishment of colonies and colleges, legislation and treaties, religious events, exploration, publications, and more. Each event entry begins with a brief summary to pique interest Each entry offers original and thought-provoking term paper ideas in both standard and alternative formats that often incorporate the latest in electronic media, such as the iPod and iMovie The best in primary and secondary sources for further research are annotated Vetted, stable website suggestions and multimedia resources, usually videos, are noted for further viewing Alternative term paper suggestions encourage role-playing to personalize the learning experience

Exam board: AQA Level: GCSE Subject: History First teaching: September 2016 First exams: Summer 2018 Target success in AQA GCSE (9-1) History with this proven formula for effective, structured revision. Key content coverage is combined with exam-style questions, revision tasks and practical tips to create a revision guide that students can rely on to review, strengthen and test their knowledge. With My Revision Notes every student can: > Plan and manage a successful revision programme using the topic-by-topic planner > Enjoy an interactive approach to revision, with clear topic summaries that consolidate knowledge and related activities that put the content into context > Build, practise and enhance exam skills by progressing through revision tasks and Test Yourself activities > Improve exam technique through exam-style questions and sample answers with commentary from expert authors and teachers > Get exam ready with extra quick quizzes and answers to the activities available online This revision guide covers the following options: Period studies > America, 1840-1895: Expansion and consolidation > Germany, 1890-1945: Democracy and dictatorship > America, 1920-1973: Opportunity and inequality Wider world depth studies > Conflict and tension, 1894-1918 > Conflict and tension, 1918-1939 > Conflict and tension between East and West, 1945-1972 > Conflict and tension in Asia, 1950-1975 Thematic studies > Britain: Health and the people: c1000 to the present day > Britain: Power and the people: c1170 to the present day British depth studies > Norman England, c1066-c1100 > Elizabethan England, c1568-1603

Quebrado has been traded from pirate ship to ship in the Caribbean Sea for as long as he can remember. The sailors he toils under call him "el quebrado"--half islander, half outsider, a broken one. Now the pirate captain Bernardino de Talavera uses Quebrado as a translator to help navigate the worlds and words between his mother's Taino Indian language and his father's Spanish.

But when a hurricane sinks the ship and most of its crew, it is Quebrado who escapes to safety. He learns how to live on land again, among people who treat him well. And it is he who must decide the fate of his former captors. Latino interest.

Text presented in small chunks to make reading easy Colourful artwork Maps A bird's eye view of what was happening and where at various times

"American Power After The Berlin Wall "traces the global projection of U.S. military power and political influence from the end of the Cold War to the present. Along with summarizing the Soviet Union's disintegration, it narrates the ascendancy and reach of Washington's global power in a string of conflicts from the Persian Gulf War to Panama, Somalia, Haiti, Bosnia, Kosovo, Afghanistan, and the Iraq War. The book vividly portrays U.S. policies of intervention, regime change, and even humanitarian assistance as responses to rogue states, civil strife, and militant Islam. It analyzes the transformation from Washington's stability-first policies to its democracy promotion agenda in the Middle East, which threatens this crucial region with instability, necessitating a new grand strategy to confront terrorism and religiously motivated conflict.

'Spellbinding ... a pitch-perfect treasure' LoveReading4Kids Set your sails east with this stunningly original new history of the world. Peter Frankopan, number one bestselling author and historian, explores the connections made by people, trade, disease, war, religion, adventure, science and technology in this extraordinary book about how the east married the west with a remarkable voyage at its heart - the journey along the Silk Roads. From ancient world laws laid down by King Hammurabi and the mighty Persian empire, to terrifying huns, the rise of Europe, two world wars and politics today, The Silk Roads illustrated edition moves through time and history sewing together the threads from different peoples, empires and continents into a phenomenal history of the globe. With stories from each and every corner of society, Frankopan's magnificent brand new text based on his literary triumph The Silk Roads, sumptuously illustrated by Neil Packer, is a must-have world history. 'An extraordinarily vivid book on an often-neglected corner of history' Inis Reading Guide 'Not just children, but people of any age will find this book an absorbing read' New York Journal of Books 'Peter Frankopan's text is pitched at exactly the right level for children to read and for adults to share with them. The illustrations of Neil Packer are completely captivating ... this is a perfect marriage and a book to treasure' Armadillo magazine 'Studded with stylish, evocative illustrations from Neil Packer ... this is an ambitious account that nevertheless tackles big themes in a friendly, accessible way' History Revealed magazine