Books in Young Reading Series 3 Gift Books series

Presents an abridged version of Black Beauty's experiences with both good and bad masters in nineteenth-century England.

Describes the luxurious steamship the Titanic and the tragic events that occurred when it sank in 1912.

Selectively summarizes the history of flight for planes, balloons, helicopters, and for the beginnings of space travel.

When the sorcerer leaves for the afternoon, his apprentice Max disobeys his order not to do any spells, and havoc results.

Describes the search for Tutankhamen's tomb, the probable reasons why it stayed hidden for so long, and its discovery and excavation by Howard Carter.

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A little man helps a poor man's daughter to spin straw into gold for the king, in exchange for her first-born child.

After climbing to the top of a huge beanstalk, a boy uses his quick wits to outsmart a giant and gain a fortune for himself and his mother.

Describes how animals have been used in war, from Hannibal's elephants to the various animals used in the Second World War, including heroic dogs, horses, pigeons, pigs, and bears.

Explores the stories behind some of the inventions that are used every day, including toilets, telephones, frozen food, and soccer nets.

A retelling of the well-known tale in which two children lost in the woods find their way home despite an encounter with a wicked witch.

Describes the various traditions of Christmas all around the world, and includes a recipe for Lebkuchen, Christmas cookies from Germany.