Books in the Beginners Series series

What makes Planet Earth so special? It's the only planet to have anything living on it for a start... But it also has fiery volcanoes, magnificent mountains, scorching deserts and icy landscapes. Learn all about it in this easy to read book. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "e;No Key Stage 1 classroom should be without the whole set."e; - The Bookseller

Why do you need food and what happens to it inside your body? Which foods give you energy and which ones make you fit and strong? In this book you can explore your amazing insides and discover all kinds of fantastic food facts. Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own.

What do sharks like to eat? Which shark glows in the dark? And why do some sharks never stop swimming? Young readers can find the answers to these questions and lots more fun facts in this shark-infested book. Part of an exciting series for children beginning to read on their own, with easy-to-read text written with the help of a reading expert.

This simple information book follows the history of Stone Age people and how they lived. Children can discover how they made clothes from animal skins and weapons and tools from stone, and find out about their cave art - some of which can still be seen today. Full of facts, illustrations and photographs of historical artefacts.

Where do penguins live? What do they eat and how do they catch their food? This title offers beginner readers answers to these questions and more. It is illustrated with photographs and illustrations accompanied by short, informative text. It also includes selected internet links to websites about penguins.

What is the surface of Mars like? Why does Venus glow in the dark? How do scientists explore faraway planets? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "e;No Key Stage 1 classroom should be without the whole set."e; - The Bookseller

How do astronomers study planets, stars and galaxies? What are rovers and where have they landed? How do telescopes work? What is a nebula? Beginner readers can find out the answers in this book, along with lots more fascinating facts. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "e;No Key Stage 1 classroom should be without the whole set."e; - The Bookseller

How do crocodiles attack? Why do hippos fight? And how do funnel-web spiders kill their prey? In this book you'll find out the answers and lots more about the wild world of dangerous animals. "e;No Key Stage 1 classroom should be without the whole set"e; - The Bookseller

How big were dinosaurs and what did they eat? Which were friendly and which were scary? For children beginning to read on their own, this book is an exciting introduction to dinosaurs, featuring easy-to-read text specially written with the help of a reading expert.

What makes the wind blow? How can rain sometimes be red? Why are tornadoes like vacuum cleaners? You'll find the answers and lots more about weird and wonderful weather in this fascinating book. "e;No Key Stage 1 classroom should be without the whole set"e; - The Bookseller

Who were the ancient Egyptians? Why did they build pyramids and how were mummies made? These and other questions are answered with vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, and short, easy to read text. This is a highly illustrated ebook that can only be read on the Kindle Fire or other tablet. "e;No Key Stage 1 classroom should be without the whole set."e; - The Bookseller

Who were the ancient Romans? Where did they go to eat, shop and wash? What did they do for fun? In this book you'll find the answers and lots more about life in Roman times. "e;No Key Stage 1 classroom should be without the whole set"e; - The Bookseller

How do two dogs say hello? Which kind of dog can't bark? Why do some dogs bury their toys? For children beginning to read on their own, this book is an exciting introduction to dogs.

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text.

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text.

This non-fiction series aims to encourage children to access the wonder of the world around them. The books have two reading levels, with a simple sentence on each page for beginners, and more complex information for more confident readers.