Could We Live on the Moon?

Could we call the Moon home someday? What would help us to live there and what things would we need?

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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.

Build Your Own Website

by Laura Buller

Published 30 April 2004
Build Your Own Website Do you enjoy using the internet and visiting different websites? Find out how easy it is to build your own website, sharing your ideas and knowledge across the World Wide Web. 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.

Four Great Cities Then and Now

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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.

Playground Science

Why does a see-saw go up and down? How does a kite fly? Watch science in action in the playground.

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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.

Encyclopedia of World Sports

Which sport do you like playing or watching? Since ancient times, people all over the world have taken part in sport. Learn about different sports and how they are played.

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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.

Survival Animal Adaptations

We all have many different characteristics and behaviours to help us survive. Find out how camouflage, migration and many other fascinating adaptations can help animals find food or avoid being eaten.

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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.

Features such as contents pages, glossaries and indexes build early non-fiction skills.

Helpful quick-reference to NLS text type and subject links on the back of each book.

Reception books referenced to the Early Years Foundation Stage guidance.


Animal Look-Alikes

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  • 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.

A Trip to the Beach

A family went to the beach. What did they find?

 

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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.

Days to Remember

by Robert Gott

Published 30 April 2004

Days to Remember

All national holidays have stories behind them. They help us remember a special event or a person. Read the stories of national holidays from countries around the world.

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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.

Eva the Beekeeper

by Jane Manners

Published 20 January 2004

Eva the Beekeeper

What's the buzz? How does Eva look after her bees?

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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.

Changing Shores

Why are the Earth's coastlines constantly changing? How do these changes affect the shores and the people who live near the sea?

 

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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.

Fins, Wings and Legs

 

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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:Balloons

by Deborah Kekewich

Published 8 March 2004
Balloons

Balloons can be different sizes, shapes and colours. See how they can help us in many ways.

 

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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.

Catching The Wind

You can't see it, but you know it's there. What is it? It's the wind.

 

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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.

The Book of Space

 

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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.

A Year in Antarctica

In October 2001 twelve British scientists set off to one of the coldest places on earth. What did they find when they got there? How did they cope with the cold?

 

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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.

Turn it Down!

A television blares out. A lorry roars down the street. Loud sounds may make you want to cover your ears, but they could also be dangerous to your health. See why it is important for us to control loud noise.

 

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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.

Seeing is Not Believing

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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.

At the Root of It

What grows underground and is strong enough to break through rock? Find out how roots work hard so that plants and trees can survive. 

 

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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.