Books with author C Gifford

Set off on a head-to-toe adventure through the human body with this brilliant body book. With over 20 anatomical diagrams, young readers can explore different parts of the body in a series of double page illustrations. Engaging text, fun facts and plenty of activity panels offer a fun-filled introduction to each of the bodys systems. Includes a colorful body systems wall poster.

The monster trucks are back and they're still big, just like kids love them. Monster Trucks is an in-your-face book about the eye-popping behemoths that attract more than four million Monster Jam fans every year to sold-out stadiums in the United States, Canada and Europe. Superfans dress up in the painted designs of their hero truck, pack the seats, and add to the noise. Monster trucks are their superheroes. On wheels. Very, very BIG wheels. First published in 2012 as part of the Mighty Machines series, this new release has more pages and is as big and bold in color and content as the roaring monsters that crush cars, jump in the air, and do wheelies, spins and tricks. Large type describes the nuts and bolts of monster trucks, literally: how they are made, what makes them safe, and exactly how impressively big and tall and wide and fat they are. But the kick for monster truck fans are the pages and pages of the most famous monster trucks: Monster Medic, Thundertrax, Maximum Destruction, Jurassic Attack, Raminator, Grim Reaper and more. With a quiz to test monster truck know-how and activities to keep the fun going, plus a glossary of terms, Monster Trucks is perfect for kids to enjoy alone or with other monster truck superfans.

How is a star born? What happens when galaxies collide? Discover everything you need to know about stars and galaxies in this extraordinary fact book. Flip through 100 fascinating facts covering everything from supernovas and black holes to dwarfs and supergiants, then test your knowledge with fun quizzes. Each page is packed with activities, projects and mind-blowing facts for a truly engaging experience. With stunning photographs and beautiful illustrations, this fun-filled book is sure to challenge young readers and prepare them for academic success.

Explore the people, music, art, sport, food, landscapes and wildlife using this awesome children's travel guide to one of the world's most exciting countries.Discover:· Poland's grand parks and palaces, and the history behind its fabulous festivals!· Delicious Polish food - from pretzels and pierogi, to poppy-seed cakes and pizza with sauce on the side!· The beautiful lakes, forests and mountains that make Poland such a fascinating tourist destination.Everything you need is packed in this travel guide. So unpack the magic of Poland and let's go!

This introductory guide to skateboarding will have kids doing ollies, grinds, and verts in no time! Aspiring skateboarders can experience the adventurous world of boarding with these detailed instructions, which include killer original photography and illustrations. Tips and techniques for both beginners and experts alike explain everything they need to know, from safety to board maintenance. Learn how to locate the best equipment so they can skate just like their heroes. Features shots of professional skaters and information on the history of skating. Before you know it, your child will be skating like a pro!

As excitement builds in the run-up to Rugby World Cup 2019, the official Rugby World CupTM Japan 2019 Kids' Handbook provides the perfect tournament companion for younger rugby fans. It's bursting with information about the host country, Japan, plus the stadiums, top teams, superstar players, Rugby World Cup facts and stats, as well as loads of games, quizzes and puzzles.

Young auto enthusiasts will love this high-octane book! It has the lowdown on the hottest cars and the science behind them, from supremely stylish sports classics to the latest in full-throttle supercars and hypercars, phenomenally fast record-breaking land vehicles, and envelope-pushing future creations. High-impact spreads deliver need-to-know information about individual models that will satisfy fans.

Discover the art of science with this innovative and ingenious activity book, packed with creative projects and fun drawing challenges. By observing, drawing, coloring and tracing, children can learn a lot about the world around them. This is Not a Science Book develops science knowledge by stealth, through drawing, sketching, making and coloring. From mapping out bones in the body, building amazing spinning rotocopters and brilliant brain puzzles, to monitoring the movements of the moon, taking a close-up look at creepy-crawlies, plus incredible optical illusions you can make yourself, the stimulating activities will get brains ticking and pens scribbling. Charming text coupled with fascinating illustrations makes the subject accessible and fun, ensuring that this book will enthrall and entertain curious children for hours. But remember, this is NOT a science book. Or is it?

Fully revised and updated, The Kingfisher Soccer Encyclopedia, captures the triumph and despair of pivotal moments in world soccer.Packed with pictures and profiles of the world's most skilful soccer players―old and new―from Beckham to Messi, Pelé to Ronaldo, Rooney to Neymar. Over 40 of the best sides to have lit up the game are covered in detail, including the U.S's men's and women's teams, Brazil, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Spain.All the drama of the "beautiful game" is fully analyzed with dynamic full-spread photos and digital artworks that recreate famous moves and goals, while each chapter includes links to websites, providing a valuable access point to databases of players, international results, all the major tournaments, and club histories. Includes in-depth coverage of every aspect of soccer, including rules and skills; fans and the media; managers and tactics. Packed with the latest statistics and fully updated for this new edition, this is a superbly detailed reference book for all the family.

Meet the movers and shakers of the last millennium in this comprehensive and detailed look at the famous and the notorious, along with their achievements, and their legacies. Organized by theme―explorers, inventors, leaders, artists, athletes, musicians, politicians, scientists, writers, and reformers―each section is arranged chronologically by birth date. From Pedro Alvares Cabral to Charlie Chaplin, the fact-filled entries illuminate the life and accomplishments of key figures who helped to shape the last 1000 years, while in-depth features cover the most significant history-makers. Offering unique insight into the lives of the great and famous, and occasionally infamous, this is a superb reference for all the family.Special Features• Packed with wonderful illustrations, and photographs• Special in-depth features about key history-makers• Brief biographies of key figures appear at the foot of every spread• Comprehensive index

The Kingfisher Soccer Encyclopedia captures the triumph and despair of pivotal moments in world soccer. Packed with pictures and profiles of the world's most skilful soccer players - old and new - from Beckham to Messi, Pelé to Ronaldo, Rooney to Neymar. Over 40 of the best sides to have lit up the game are covered in detail, including the U.S's men's and women's teams, Brazil, Manchester United, Arsenal, and Spain.All the drama of the "beautiful game" is fully analyzed with dynamic full-spread photos and digital artworks that recreate famous moves and goals, while each chapter includes links to websites, providing a valuable access point to databases of players, international results, all the major tournaments, and club histories. Includes in-depth coverage of every aspect of soccer, including rules and skills; fans and the media; managers and tactics. Packed with the latest statistics and fully updated for this new edition, this is a superbly detailed reference book for all the family.