Series: Beginners

Answers questions such as 'What is the sun made of?" and "How did astronauts get to the moon?" plus others on what's out in space. 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. Sun, Moon and stars is part of an exciting new 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.

Caterpillars and Butterflies

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 31 January 2003

A beautifully illustrated introduction to the life of butterflies and caterpillars, with easy to read text for beginner readers. The life cycle of a butterfly is shown with stunning photographs and illustrations, and there are links to carefuly selected websites with videos that show butterflies emerging from their pupae.

Egyptians

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 1 June 2004

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

Dinosaurs

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 29 August 2003

How big were dinosaurs and what did they eat? Which were friendly and which were scary? For children beginning to read on their own, this book is an exciting introduction to dinosaurs, featuring easy-to-read text specially written with the help of a reading expert.

Your Body

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 1 January 2005

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.

Rubbish and Recycling

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 27 May 2005

This successful series continues to flourish with another exceptional new title. Beginners titles appeal to children who are beginning to read independently, with easy-to-read text and stunning photographs, perfect for use in the classroom and at home; Each book also contains a glossary of useful words and a selection of related websites accessible through the Usborne Quicklinks website.

Elizabeth I

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 1 December 2004

Who was Queen Elizabeth I and when did she live? What did she wear and who were her enemies? These and other questions are answered with vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, and short informative text. Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own.

Castles

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 1 June 2003

This exploration of castles is part of a series introducing children to the wonder of the world around them. It has two reading levels, with a simple sentence on each page for beginners, accompanied by more complex information which can be read as the child's ability grows.

Rubbish and Recycling

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 26 January 2007

Why do we need to recycle and what happens to our rubbish after it is taken away? Children can learn about the finite nature of natural resources, what rubbish is not recyclable and the impact it has on our planet, and how recycling is sorted, processed and turned into new products. A straightforward introduction to a vital subject.

Volcanoes

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 1 July 2005

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text. Developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Carefully selected Internet links to exciting websites to find out more. Great reading practice for children who prefer fact to fiction.

Why Do We Eat?

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 1 June 2006

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 Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own.

Knights

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 1 January 2005

This non-fiction series aims to encourage children to access the wonder of the world around them. The books have two reading levels, with a simple sentence on each page for beginners, and more complex information for more confident readers.

Beginner's Dinosaurs

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 29 August 2003

Ancient Greeks

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 1 December 2004

A guide for beginner readers to Ancient Greece and the lives of its citizens. Find out how far the Greek Empire spread, how it was governed, what people wore, ate and did for fun, learn about some of the most famous philosophers, mathematicians and medics of the age and about how the Empire declined.

Vikings

by Stephanie Turnbull

Published 30 June 2006

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. This non-fiction series aims to encourage children to access the wonder of the world around them. The easy-to-read texts have been specially written with the help of a reading expert.