Describes the origins, main features, and destruction of medieval castles, and discusses the way of life of the people who lived in them, knighthood, and sieges.
What different types of storms are out there? What makes thunder and lightning? What is a hurricane and why does it cause so much damage? In this book, you'll find the answers and lots more fascinating facts.
Emma Helbrough, Maggie Silver, Uwe Mayer, Catherine-Anne MacKinnon, Laura Parker
Hardcover
(Usborne Pub Ltd, June 1, 2007)
Describes how seeds develop into flowering plants, how flowers lead to the production of new plants, and the various kinds of flowers that live in different environments.
A fascinating introduction to owls, including nesting, hunting, living at night and camouflage. How do owls find their way in the dark? What do they eat? What is a baby owl called? Find out the answers to these questions and many more. Simple explanations are brought to life with step-by-step illustrations and full color photographs. Includes a full glossary and internet links to exciting websites to find out more. 32 pages.
Describes the art of the ballet, including its origins and technique, the elements that go into creating a performance, and the training that dancers undergo.
Introduces different elephants from around the world and describes their physical features, eating habits, herd behavior, and the ways in which they are being protected.