FOUR CORNERS
62 total works
40 Famous Women
Do you recognise any of the women on the cover? Can you say which woman may have written the first computer program; who was the first woman to receive two Nobel prizes; which nurse travelled from Jamaica to help in the Crimean War?
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The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher’s Files.
Do you recognise any of the women on the cover? Can you say which woman may have written the first computer program; who was the first woman to receive two Nobel prizes; which nurse travelled from Jamaica to help in the Crimean War?
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher’s Files.
Guide to Growing
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes all clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher’s Files.
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes all clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher’s Files.
Clouds
Why do clouds come in all shapes and sizes? What can a cloud's shape tell you about the weather?
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher’s Files.
Why do clouds come in all shapes and sizes? What can a cloud's shape tell you about the weather?
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher’s Files.
All About Bikes
Bikes have been used for transportation, sport and fun for many years. Discover the amazing history of bikes starting in the penny-farthing.
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher’s Files.
Bikes have been used for transportation, sport and fun for many years. Discover the amazing history of bikes starting in the penny-farthing.
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher’s Files.
Then and Now
How do things change over time?
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher’s Files.
How do things change over time?
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher’s Files.
Hear Our Stories
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes all clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title. Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Demolition
How would you know down a tall building? Explore the different ways that structures can be demolished.
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland. Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design. Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child! Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title. Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support. Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Living History A fun way to learn about the past is to go to a place where you can actually experience it. Visit living history sites in Canada, the United States, Australia, and the United Kingdom and see how they help people to understand the past. Four Corners *The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland. *Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design. *Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child! *Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title. *Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
*Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. *Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
*Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. *Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
What Time Is It?
Isn't it time for you to learn more about time? Find out how time began; how it is measured using the solar system, calendars and clocks; and how it relates to the evolution of life.
Four Corners
- The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
- Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
- Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
- Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
- Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
- Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
- Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
It's All in the Soil
Dig in, and take a look at soil. Find out about soil and how it makes almost all life on Earth possible. Try some experiments to see how different soils look and feel.
Four Corners
- The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
- Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
- Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
- Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
- Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
- Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
- Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Follow a River
Follow the journey a river makes from start to finish in this book.
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland. Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design. Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child! Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title. Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support. Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Underwater Treasures
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes all clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Dancing Around the World
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes all clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Oscar's Day Oscar lives in a village in the mountains. What does he have to do to help his family before they go to market? Four Corners *The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland. *Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design. *Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child! *Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title. *Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support. *Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Eat Your Vegetables!
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes all clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child! Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Dig In
Make some healthy soil. You need some sand, dead leaves and a few earthworms!
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland. Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design. Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child! Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title. Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support. Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Climbing Everest
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to climb Mount Everest? Read the stories of the people who risked everything to be amoung the first to conquer the mountain.
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland. Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design. Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child! Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title. Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support. Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Save Our Earth
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes all clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively. Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
Then and Now
How do things change over time?
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.
How do things change over time?
Four Corners
The widest cross-curricular coverage including science, history, geography and mathematics themes al clearly linked to the National Curriculum Programmes for Study and the 5-14 Guidelines for Scotland.
Visually inspire all readers with unparalleled Dorling Kindersley photography and design.
Engage and satisfy the curiosity of all readers with lively writing styles and a broad range of topics and subjects that provides something to interest and motivate every child!
Extend teaching imaginatively with speaking and listening, drama and writing activities which are provided in the teaching support for every title.
Constructive links to Art, Design and Technology, Music, Citizenship and PSHE are drawn out with practical suggestions for all titles in the teaching support.
Easy to use for teachers and teaching assistants with laminated teaching support and activity cards (in every pack of 6) that draw out all NLS links and extension opportunities simply and effectively.
Support for parents and homework activities provided in the Teacher's Files.