Books with author Mary E. Williams

How old were you when you discovered Sherlock? As part of the Classics For Kids series international best-selling author Mark Williams is proud to present this adaptation for children of the Sherlock Holmes short story The Engineer’s Thumb. This is the British-English edition. British-English? Although we speak the same language, we spell many words differently depending on which side of the Atlantic we are. UK = colour, US = color; UK = marvellous, US = marvelous; UK = theatre, US= theater, etc. This sometimes causes problem for children at school, so in response to requests from school librarians there are now British-English and American-English versions of the Sherlock For Kids books. Come join Holmes and Watson as they solve the mystery of the engineer’s thumb in a child-friendly, twenty-first century English, with the seamier side of Victorian life left out. Ideal for children aged 9-12 to get started with the world’s most famous detective. Other books in the Sherlock Holmes re-told for children series: • The Blue Carbuncle • Silver Blaze • The Red-Headed League • The Engineer’s Thumb • The Speckled Band • The Six Napoleons • The Naval Treaty • 3-in-1 Box Set - The Blue Carbuncle, Silver Blaze. The Red-Headed League • 3-in-1 Box Set - The Engineer’s Thumb, The Speckled Band, The Six Napoleons • 6-in-1 Box Set - The Blue Carbuncle, Silver Blaze, The Red-Headed League, The Engineer’s Thumb, The Speckled Band, The Six Napoleons These titles may be available as ebooks, paperbacks and as audio-books. Coming next in the Sherlock Holmes re-told for children series: • The Musgrave Ritual • The Beryl Coronet • The Resident Patient Coming soon from international bestselling author Mark Williams : • When Sherlock Was A Boy – tales from Sherlock’s childhood.

When a child loves you for a long, long time, not just to play with, but REALLY loves you, then you become Real? First published in 1922, Margery Williams' enchanting story about a toy rabbit is a classic of children's literature. This gentle rendition comes alive through David Jorgensen's charming illustrations. Ages 4 and up. This award-winning Rabbit Ears version is also available as a video/DVD and audiobook (Audible.com) narrated by Meryl Streep with original music by George Winston. For more information on Rabbit Ears Entertainment go to www.rabbitears.com

Margery Williams's tale of a stuffed rabbit's quest to become Real has been loved for generations. Here, the story has been adapted for a younger audience, so parents can share this classic with their little ones. Simple words and bright, colorful artwork make this board book the perfect introduction to this well-loved rabbit and the power of Real love. Ages 2-5.

“Pages bustle with activity, often marked with a certain zany humor.” — BooklistIn her trademark vivacious comic- book style, Marcia Williams honors the fine folks who brought us the printing press, the steam train, the electric light, the TV, and more. Interspersed are snapshots of more than one hundred other inventions, from toilet paper to sliced bread, to inspire the inventor in every young reader.Back matter includes an index of inventors and an index of inventions.

Inspired by the acclaimed Opposing Viewpoints series, this series helps readers gain an awareness of current issues and develop critical thinking skills by presenting a wealth of information on contemporary issues in a colorful, easy-to-read format.; This title explores many aspects of synthetic drugs, including whether synthetic drug abuse is a serious problem, what the best way to prevent synthetic drug abuse is, and whether some synthetic drugs should be used therapeutically.; In addition to pro/con articles, each Introducing Issues with Opposing Viewpoints volume includes appealing features designed to help students understand the complexities of current issues: Full-color photographs, charts, graphs, and cartoons supplement t