Books with author PD Goldsmith

"C.J. Goldsmith delivers a compelling story which will grab animal lovers' hearts. Teens will find much to identify with in Kat's struggle to find herself. This is a tale befitting society today, and perfect for our time." --Selene Castrovilla, award-winning author of The Rough Romance Trilogy. --------- The first volume of the Trilogy of the Horse book series introduces us to Kat McCool, a struggling teen with unlikely origins. Her destiny is to save an American icon, the wild mustang- a fierce and strong breed of horse, from the dangers they face. Come join her in her journey to find the mustang heart within her.

The author started planning a travel itinerary to visit the places his ancestors immigrated from but never did reach the destination. He took a detour instead and became enmeshed in learning about his family history. In the process, he learned more about himself, his country and, of course, his ancestors. While the book is a personal story, it’s one that will resonate with many. It serves as a reminder of what we owe to earlier generations and our responsibility to those who come after us. We can get so hung up on our individual lives we forget there is a past and a future. We are, of course, simply a small part of a much larger, ongoing story.

30 breakthrough theories for junior geniuses explained in half a minute! Brilliant ideas have driven science since its beginning. In this book, 30 of the most important discoveries are explored in quick, bite-sized summaries and thrilling artwork, while exciting mini-missions will challenge you to test these theories for yourself. A fresh and lively introduction to science and scientific thinking for inquisitive whizz-kids. Ages 7+

Unlock the mysteries of maths and discover the wonder of numbers. Readers will discover incredible information, such as why zero is so useful; what a googol really is; why music, maths and space are connected; why bees prefer hexagons; how to tell the time on other planets; and much much more. From marvellous measurements and startling shapes, to terrific theories and numbers in nature - maths has never been as amazing as this!

This is the story of neighborhood friends: Starbrite (the Chihuahua) who’s afraid of the world; Roger (the Rhodesian Ridgeback) who’s frustrated in love; Natasha (the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel) who’s hoping to be a mother; Puck (the Dandie Dinmont Terrier) who’s wanting to smell flowers and be with his family instead of kenneled; Delroy (the Boxer) who’s focused on getting rid of an Airedale Terrier from the neighborhood because he’s different; Marshall (the German Shepherd) who makes continual neighborhood rounds as a retired police dog; Saluki (the Saluki) who calmly helps others with her understanding ways and sensitivity and who likes to spend time with her three-legged friend Norkel (the Fox Terrier-Dachshund mix) who moved away and is now guarded by Titan (the Tibetan Mastiff). Meanwhile, the mysterious Felicity and Hope sisters (Standard Poodles) cross paths in startling ways with several of the neighborhood dogs to offer strange wisdom and guidance during times of confusion or fear. So, what do all these neighborhood dogs have in common?—A search for meaning and love.

30 super-stellar subjects for cosmic kids explained in half a minute! Blast off! Discover fast-track galactic facts and information delivered in energetic bite-sized morsels, while embarking on exciting mini-missions to challenge your new knowledge. With engaging artwork on every page, this fresh and fun guide to the universe will send you directly into space to explore the stars and planets. Ages 7+

Comprehensive illustrated encyclopedias with full-colour photographs and artwork which illustrate the informative and accessible text. A glossary and index are included along with a list of web sites for further learning. With dramatic full-bleed artwork, a visual design that organizes the information into clear, digestible sections, the latest photography, and special features such as digital cutaways, step-bystep sequences, and callouts featuring key scientific ideas, this amazing 160-page volume is the perfect guide to space for today's visual learners. Arranged thematically into five key areas―Observing Space, The Solar System, Stars and galaxies, Space Exploration, and Space in the Future―The Kingfisher Space Encyclopedia by Dr. Mike Goldsmith features concise text by an astrophysics expert that is coherent, accurate and perfectly pitched for middle-grade audiences. A glossary and index are included in the back matter along with a list of web sites to take the learning beyond the book. The unbeatable combination of great design, authoritative information, and affordable price makes this the perfect home or classroom reference for any curious space explorer.

Solar System is the perfect introduction for young readers to the endlessly fascinating topic of space and the vast, mysterious worlds that make up our solar system. Discover the activity of the flaming prominences of the sun and the bubbling volcanoes of Venus. Examine the apparently lifeless craters on the moon, Saturn's swirling rings, and giant Jupiter's great red spot. Marvel at space travelers such as the comet Halle-Bopp, mighty meteorites, and the Spirit and Viking space probes on their missions to Mars. Budding astronomers will be intrigued and enthralled by the strange and diverse worlds that make up our solar system.

Young researchers will dive into the fantastic world of science with this authoritative one-stop reference that's packed with all the information kids want to explore. Grouped into five clear sections―Numbers, Energy and Matter, Materials, Living Things, and Space―this encyclopedia includes activities, key vocabulary, web links, and tons of fascinating trivia that will keep kids coming back for study and for pleasure. This is a trusty reference for the home or classroom.

With this book, children can unlock the mysteries of maths and discover the wonder of numbers. Readers will discover incredible information, such as why zero is so useful; what a googol really is; why music, maths and space are connected; why bees prefer hexagons; how to tell the time on other planets; and much much more. From marvellous measurements and startling shapes, to terrific theories and numbers in nature - maths has never been as amazing as this!