Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3-11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. * Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts * Structured language progression to develop children's reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills * Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR) * Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge English Pre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests * A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra Thomas and the Elephant, a Beginner level Reader, helps children to learn and practice their first words in English. It introduces everyday phrases and focuses on vocabulary that young children can use in daily life. Simple text and repetition support understanding, and speaking and listening activities develop confidence. An elephant helps Thomas in India. Visit the Ladybird Education website for more information.

Ladybird Readers is an ELT graded reader series for children aged 3 -11 learning English as a foreign or second language. The series includes traditional tales, popular characters, modern stories, and non-fiction. * Beautifully illustrated books, carefully written by language learning experts * Structured language progression to develop children's reading, writing, speaking, listening and critical thinking skills * Eight levels follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR)Language activities provide preparation for the Cambridge EnglishPre-A1 to A2 (YLE) tests * A unique code in each printed book provides access to online audio, extra activities and learning resources Thomas and the Water Wheel, a Beginner level Reader, helps children to learn and practice their first words in English. It introduces everyday phrases and focuses on vocabulary that young children can use in daily life. Simple text and repetition support understanding, and speaking and listening activities develop confidence.

This fast-moving book about motorbikes uses dynamic photos and interesting facts to explain the basics of how they work. Topics include the motor, tires, going fast and slow, steering and countersteering, and driving safety. A quiz at the end tests the reader's knowledge.

This book reveals the fascinating history of airplanes, from when they were first invented to the latest innovations, as well as the changes they've created in people's lives. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, a That's Amazing special feature, quiz questions, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. This Focus Readers title is at the Beacon level, aligned to reading levels of grades 2-3 and interest levels of grades 3-5.

Young Jim Mulholland can't believe his good luck: He has signed on as a cabin boy to the world's finest ocean liner, the Titanic, and can't wait for the history-making voyage across the sea to America. As part of his duties Jim is in charge of the ship's cat, a beautiful tortoiseshell that also appears happy to be on board. He calls the cat by the ship's construction number, 4-0-1, certain that she will bring him good luck. And he's delighted when 4-0-1 shortly gives birth to a litter of kittens. But once the ship's trial runs are completed and it's ready to launch to sea, Jim notices that 4-0-1 is nowhere to be found. He's got to find her--the Titanic can't cast off without her lucky cat. Jim is faced with a decision that will affect the rest of his life.

A fascinating and engaging picture book exploring 80 exciting ways to travel, both past and present - from the obvious, to the crazy!

Travel around the world by yacht, tram, train, unicycle, jetpack, camel... any way you can imagine, in this non-fiction children's book.

Every mode of transport is part of a charming scene. See how astronauts travel around space, watch surfers ride the waves at the beach, and race to an emergency with the firefighters. Illustrator Katy Halford's beautiful drawings brings the scenes to life and fun complementary facts will prompt discussion and laughter between readers. How would you choose to travel? Donkey, pedalo, moon buggy? From the small to the big, the familiar to obscure, take your pick from the amazing 80 shown in DK's Around the Way in 80 Ways!

Helicopters fly over your head every day. Every Helicopter is different and has a job to do. Do you know about them? Helicopters is a book-banded reading book for developing readers, carefully levelled at Blue Book Band for guided reading. Illustrated throughout with beautiful photographs, this nonfiction title is suitable for ages 9-13. Helicopters features a longer, less structured text with a more flexible vocabulary. There is variation in sentence patterns and content, little repetition, and longer language patterns. It has a full range of punctuation. Helicopters is part of Ransom Reading Stars Plus, a structured programme for students learning to read. The series has ten levels: four phonics levels and six book band levels (Pink through to Orange).

Take a high-speed journey through the past, present and future in this illustrated book that celebrates the things that go! From the invention of the wheel, we have held a need for speed and this book uncovers the different modes, methods and machines we have used.

You don't need kids to tell you that Making is Fun. Just get them in a room with simple projects, common household tools and utensils, inexpensive supplies, and their imagination. All young people need is an interest in how the world works, the right tools to explore, and some projects to serve as jumping-off points for their explorations. Make: Simple Flying Things offers five flight projects that are easy to build, inexpensive, and expandable--just add imagination! In this book, you'll make: Paper and rubber-band airplane Paper and foam rockets Rip-cord helicopter and rubber band roto-copter Rocket glider plus roto-copter recovery

Viking ships, Roman triremes, tugboats, freighters, cruise ships, and more feature in this book that educates children on the history--and possible future--of maritime activity. The book also provides information on the history of ports, their importance to society, and the commercial activities that take place there, as well as on famous shipwrecks and lighthouses throughout history. Children will have fun searching for hidden objects in the pages of this educational book.
"Barcos vikingos, trirremes romanos, remolcadores, cargueros, cruceros y mas se incluyen en este libro que educa a los ninos sobre la historia--y el posible futuro--de la actividad maritima. El libro tambien provee informacion sobre la historia de los puertos, su importancia a la sociedad y las actividades comerciales que se llevan a cabo alli, asi como sobre naufragos famosos y faros a lo largo de la historia. Los ninos disfrutaran buscando los objetos ocultos en las paginas de este libro didactico."

A complete source of information on various types of transport like cars, trucks, sea transport, air transport and land transport has been given in this category. It is enjoyable as well as educative.