Books in What's Their Story? series

A wonderful new series of well-told, beautifully illustrated biographies, for children aged 6-9 years, featuring great leaders, heroes, pioneers, inventors and scientists from the past.Each biography tells an exciting story about a real person, that can be read either alone or by a parent or teacher. The colourful artwork will stimulate the imagination and linger in the memory. The biographies link in with National Curriculum KS1 and KS2, History, English, science and othersubjects.Young children love a good story. What better way to introduce them to the giants of our past than through these delightful books?

Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library! Say hello to the premier title in the What Is the Story Of? series. Hello Kitty!This cute cartoon character who's shaped like a bobtail cat and wears a bow in her hair has become an icon of our times. Hello Kitty, as she is known, is a piano-playing, cookie-baking darling from London with a heart of gold. Readers will learn all about Kitty, who was first created in Japan, but has since gone on to capture the imagination of people all around the world. Super fans of the super-fashionable Kitty will be thrilled to see her debut in the Who HQ brand.

Your favorite characters are now part of the Who HQ library!One of the most iconic monsters of all time comes to life in our What Is the Story Of? series.From his origins in Mary Shelley's 1818 novel, through his many movie portrayals in the twentieth century, Frankenstein is one of the most recognizable characters in the world. His iconic look is a go-to Halloween costume for kids and adults alike. But how did the mad scientist and his creation become so popular? Author Sheila Keenan explains his spooky origin story, the history of the movies, and what lies ahead for this monstrous creature.

Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time.This What Is the Story of? title is out of this universe! Learn the history of the Time Lord, the TARDIS, and the epic battles they've faced across time and space.When Doctor Who began airing on the BBC in 1963, British audiences were introduced to the rogue Time Lord from the planet Gallifrey. Now, viewers from all over the world are glued to their screens for the mysterious Doctor's intergalactic adventures. But how did this time traveler became such a beloved character? Author Gabriel P. Cooper provides readers with the inside scoop on the Doctor's unique time machine, loyal companions, and diabolical foes. This book, just like the show, is sure to intrigue a new generation of fans.

A wonderful new series of well-told, beautifully illustrated biographies, for children aged 6-9 years, featuring great leaders, heroes, pioneers, inventors and scientists from the past.Each biography tells an exciting story about a real person, that can be read either alone or by a parent or teacher. The colourful artwork will stimulate the imagination and linger in the memory. The biographies link in with National Curriculum KS1 and KS2, History, English, science and othersubjects.Young children love a good story. What better way to introduce them to the giants of our past than through these delightful books?

Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time.Meet Mickey Mouse--Disney's most famous and much-loved cartoon character!In 1928, the short film Steamboat Willie dazzled audiences. It was not only one of the first cartoons to feature sound, it was also where viewers first met Mickey Mouse. Despite starting out as a replacement for another Disney cartoon character, Mickey has since taken over the spotlight and won the hearts of children and adults all over the world. He is a true international superstar!Mickey has starred in countless movies and television shows, has been in Academy Award-winning films, and even has his own star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. It's not hard to see why Mickey Mouse is one of the world's most recognizable and popular Disney characters.

A wonderful new series of well-told, beautifully illustrated biographies with dramatic, evocative illustrations on every page. Each book tells the story of a remarkable person from the past, whose name and achievements have lived on far beyond their own time.Lively, narrative text by skilled storytellersColourful, picturebook style artwork will stimulate the imagination and linger in the memoryInternational range of charactersEach has a timeline and index for easy referenceThe biographies link in with National Curriculum KS1 and KS2Young children love a good story. What better way to introduce them to the giants of our past than through these delightful books?The titles in the series have been chosen to cover a wide range of characters and to have both national and international appeal.