Books with author Sue Unstead

Little Dolphin tells the story of a young dolphin who wants to swim with the older dolphins. This Level 1 DK Reader features read-together stories for children just beginning to learn to read with short sentences, simple vocabulary, and word repetition, together with special picture dictionary boxes to help children learn new words. DK Readers is a multi-level reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With nine new exciting titles to choose from this season, kid's ages 4-10 will find the perfect book at their appropriate reading level to help with school projects or independent reading. Supports the Common Core State Standards.

Among the newest of Barron's fun activity kits for boys and girls holds the ingredients for an imaginary journey to the mysterious land of Transylvania and the spooky castle that is home to Count Dracula! Enclosed with an assortment of creepy vampire accessories is a 32-page illustrated book that retells Dracula's classic story. The box also contains a collection of items to enhance the scary surroundings, including-- Vampire-style fanged teeth Dracula's cloak A spooky plastic bat Washable white face paint Capsules of imitation blood A punch-out cardboard model of Dracula's castle to assemble Kids can let their imaginations run wild as they dress up for Halloween or dramatize Dracula's delightfully chilling story at any time of the year.

Here is a veritable treasure chest of fun for kids. When they open this miniature pirate�s chest, they�ll discover: An Eye Patch * An Earring * Pirate�s Coins * Rope for Nautical Knot-Tying * A Jolly Roger Pirate Flag * Pirate Posters * A Pirate�s Bandana * A Pirate�s Journal Also, a paperback book and sets of cards teach kids how to tie sailor�s knots, recognize different types of sailing ships, and follow a pirates� treasure map. Hidden in the chest�s secret compartment is a hoard of replica coins, an eye patch, a pirate�s flag, and ship�s rope. As kids look further into the chest they will find a hardcover Pirate�s Journal �a thrilling sea story that begins at a Caribbean port in the year 1715 and tells of a search for buried treasure. Sue Unstead, the story�s author, has many children�s books of history and nonfiction to her credit. The Little Box of Pirate Treasures is a terrific child�s pastime, a source of fun on rainy days, and a kit guaranteed to spark youthful imaginations while providing hours of pleasure.

Kids can open this kit, add a dash of imagination, and board the ship captained by the swashbuckling pirate, Jack Blackthorn. They start their adventure-filled voyage with this box of pirate's booty. It includes a captain's hat, a hook, an eye patch, pirate's coins, washable tattoos, a treasure map, a plastic pirate's dagger, a miniature spy glass, and a tiny model of a ship in a bottle. Packed with these items is the 32-page hardcover book, The Pirate Captain's Log: The Darkest Secrets of Captain Blackthorn. The color-illustrated book introduces young readers to a typical crew on a pirate ship, instructs on tying sailors' knots, describes life aboard a pirate ship, talks about navigating on the high seas, and advises on storming a ship, ambush techniques, and locating places for burying captured treasure. Here's an imaginative voyage of pure fun for boys and girls.

The Beautiful Beetle book helps children crawl into the amazing world of beetles! This unique reference guide offers children a hands-on experience up close and personal with a beetle. This book explores the life cycle, development, and includes interesting features of this insect. Children can turn off the lights to watch the beetles glow in the dark or lift a flap to see inside their home. The Beautiful Beetle book also includes fascinating facts, interesting and unusual features about beetles, a glossary, and an index. The Beautiful Bug series introduces young learners to the amazing species of butterflies, beetles, bees, and spiders in a fun, hands-on format. Beautifully illustrated these books feature simple text that young learners will understand. Plus, the hands-on format brings the subject matter to life! A one-of-a-kind reference series that will captivate children! Collect all 4!