Books by Philip Steele

This humorous twist on the perennially popular Q & A format takes a sideways look at all that is wild and wonderful about the weather. Quirkily illustrated characters and playful text reveal the amazing answers. Find out how clouds make lightning, which plants need the wind, and why Arctic foxes get a new look in winter.

This book explores the complex reasons for the Holocaust, what life was like in the ghettos and concentration camps, the aftermath and the founding of the state of Israel.

Illuminating and informative guides to some of the most pressing issues in our world today

Illuminating and informative guides to some of the most pressing issues in our world today

Original map illustrations show the world's greatest journeys, and illustrated fact pages tell the stories of each expedition.

This children's history ebook has everything you need to know about medieval castles, including knights, jousting, sieges, drawbridges, and forts.Learn about castle design, from the earliest motte and bailey styles to stone fortresses and beautiful castles in Japan and India. See some of the most impressive castles in the world, and stock up on amazing facts. Includes information, artefacts, and colourful pages, DKfindout! Castles brings the medieval world to life.The DKfindout! series introduces children to a range of exciting topics in a fun, engaging way. Checked by specialist consultants and an educational expert this is not only a source of information you can trust, but one that is age-appropriate and supportive of schoolwork. Ranging from core topics, to more specialized subjects, the DKfindout! series will inspire and delight kids.

Classic quest stories from ancient cultures around the world, a beautifully illustrated anthology of comparative mythology.

Journey through 30,000 years of human history and explore the wonders of the ancient world, with 120 practical hands-on projects, and 3000 images. A sumptuous updated large-format new edition.

This title looks at the Freedom Riders, who in 1961 challenged segregation policies in the Deep South. Even before these civil rights activists went on their famous bus ride, Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat to a white man on yet another bus, on December 1, 1955.

Explore some of the greatest things on the planet, natural or man-made, and discover how events and creations have occurred on an epic scale.

Illuminating and informative guides to some of the most pressing issues in our world today

Exploring the advances in science and technology, the changes in society and the artistic developments that came out of turbulent periods in history.

Journey back to a time before Europeans arrived in search of gold and land, and explore the Inca way of life high in the Andes mountains. Fascinating facts and informative pictures aid understanding, and step-by-step projects help bring the past to life -

Kingfisher brings its expertise in beautifully-designed, trusted non-fiction to the sphere of learning to read.

Kingfisher brings its expertise in beautifully-designed, trusted non-fiction to the sphere of learning to read.

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right level

Helps you learn about the legendary Norse raiders, with 15 step-by-step projects and more than 350 pictures. This title lets you step back in time to the age of the seafaring Vikings - find out about the ships they sailed in, the distant lands they explored, and the wars they waged.

Takes you back through the centuries to one of the greatest civilizations in history - the Roman Empire. This title helps you discover various facts about the Roman way of life, the clothes people wore, the entertainments they enjoyed, and the food they liked to eat.

Step back in time to the world of ancient Egyptians and uncover the treasures and secrets of this mysterious 3000-year-old civilization. Hands-on projects bring the past to life: make a miniature pyramid, build a model boat, create your own water clock, sculpt a canopic jar and bake an ancient Egyptian cake!

Build your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right level Find out all about the ancient kingdom of Benin, the tribes that lived there, how they lived and were ruled, and how the nation changed and developed over time.