Books published by Capstone Global Library Ltd

What exactly does being lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender mean? How has the gay rights movement helped to change society's view of the LGBT community during the past century? How do people "come out" to their friends? Using real-life case studies, this book gives sensitive insights into what it means to be LGBT in 21st century Britain.

Provides an introduction to the history and development of the telephone and explains how a telephone works. Includes information on Alexander Graham Bell and some of the other inventors who were influential in the invention of the telephone.

One of the world's greatest fairy tales is re-told in a graphic-novel format. Once upon a time, an evil queen possessed a powerful mirror. It spoke only the truth, which often pleased the queen. But when the mirror reveals that the queen is no longer the fairest lady in the land, her heart grows cold.

One of the world's greatest fairy tales is re-told in a graphic-novel format. To repay her father's debts, Mirabelle promises the King that she'll spin his straw into gold. An evil troll agrees to help her for a price. Now, Mirabelle must repay an even greater debt, unless she can guess the terrible creature's name.

Yasmin's teacher, Ms. Alex, gets called away and puts Yasmin in charge! Being a teacher will be a doddle But when things go wrong, Yasmin must think fast to get the class back on track before Ms. Alex gets back.

A young girl uncovers the truth behind an online health fad in this installment of the Cyber Sleuths chapter book series. Dalia Gopie is shorter than all her friends. Then she discovers that her favourite social media influencer is promoting a miracle fruit - one that guarantees to make anyone taller overnight! Is this online fad the real deal, or is the popular influencer selling a tall tale? With the help of other Cyber Sleuths - a network of mystery-solving kids - and legit online resources, Dalia uncovers the truth about this too-good-to-be-true product. Created in partnership with the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), this action-packed chapter book is perfect for young readers and demonstrates valuable media literacy skills.

Four friends investigate whether their favourite singer is a fraud in this installment of the Cyber Sleuths chapter book series. Ameer, Rika, Tim and Cara have a lot in common, including a devotion to their favourite singer, Self-Akeem. But when the pop star is accused of lip-syncing, the four friends are split by the scandal. Is Self-Akeem truly a talent, or is the popular singer just a scam artist? The friends turn to a network of mystery-solving kids - the Cyber Sleuths - for help solving this online mystery. Created in partnership with the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE), this action-packed chapter book is perfect for young readers and demonstrates valuable media literacy skills.

Born poor in rural China, Ching Shih's early life was full of challenges. But she would grow to become one of the most powerful pirates the world had ever seen. She made a name for herself using her intelligence and cunning. Learn how Ching Shih became a famous pirate commander - and the terror of the South China Sea - in an accessible graphic novel filled with adventure and intrigue.

Little is known about Edward Teach's life before he became known as the fearsome pirate Blackbeard. But during the Golden Age of Piracy, he ruled the seas along the coast of the North American colonies and beyond. Learn more about Blackbeard's adventures and how he became one of the most infamous and feared pirate captains of all time in an accessible graphic novel filled with deception, plunder and more.

From the soft chirping of birds outside to the loud rumble of a roller coaster, our world is filled with sound. Have you ever wondered how sound works and why we can hear it? Here's your chance to find out! Join Super Scientist Max Axiom in his personal lab to learn all about sound. Then follow along as he demonstrates several fun experiments with sound that you can try at home.

From the sun shining on us during the day to fireflies twinkling at night, our world is illuminated by light. Have you ever wondered what light is, how it works and why we can see it? Here's your chance to find out! Join Super Scientist Max Axiom in his personal lab to learn all about light. Then follow along as he demonstrates several fun experiments with light that you can try at home.

From sharks with oddly shaped heads to fish that look like they have hands, these endangered fish are having a tough time. In this book, learn about some incredible fish that need our help to survive. Fascinating photos and levelled text deliver just-right information, and as well as learning about fish that are still in danger, readers will also discover a number of success stories where attempts to help endangered fish have been successful!

From quick, strong crocodiles to lizards that just look like crocodiles, these endangered reptiles are having a tough time. In this book, learn about some incredible reptiles that need our help to survive. Fascinating photos and levelled text deliver just-right information, and as well as learning about reptiles that are still in danger, readers will also discover a number of success stories where attempts to help endangered reptiles have been successful!

Strong winds, heavy rainfall and huge waves are all dangers of hurricanes. Their force affects not only people, but also the environment. Trees in mangrove forests can die. Animals' homes and nesting areas can be destroyed. Some animals can even be carried miles away from their homes. Learn about the steps people can take to help affected areas recover from these fierce ocean storms.

Just one spark can cause a devastating wildfire. Entire neighbourhoods can quickly be destroyed. Besides the impact on people, the environment also suffers. Ash can pollute air and water sources. Animals can be killed or displaced. After a wildfire, soil can wash away and make it hard for plants to grow. Find out how people can help affected areas recover from a wildfire.

A girl is not happy about her father's new job. He is now the personal librarian of a wealthy, odd man. They must live at the employer's creepy mansion. But worse, the girl's dad starts acting strange and disappears for days at a time. When the girl investigates, she finds the rare books and their owner are not what they seem. With help from the mighty Librarian, can the girl save her dad from the terrible, life-draining work, before it's too late? Experience dark tales from the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-colour graphic novel.

Two students find an old book. An evil spirit is trying to escape from its pages! The kids call on the mighty Librarian for help, but the spirit slips out. It takes control of the hero. The greedy monster is only just getting started. It is going to take each word from every book within reach! Can the kids free the Librarian before their library is robbed of stories forever? Experience dark tales from the Library of Doom like never before in this gripping, full-colour graphic novel.

The Cheetah is on the hunt in the Gotham City Natural History Museum. She pounces on her prize, an ancient necklace fabled to grant its wearer incredible power. Later that night, when Batgirl and Supergirl respond to the burglary, they discover that the legend is true. The necklace gave the Super-Villain power . . . and mutated her into a mindless monster! Can the Super Heroes unearth the secret to undoing the midnight mutant madness? Find out in this action-packed, illustrated chapter book that's perfect for young DC Super Hero fans!

Spending time with Grandma is priceless! From biking and baking to playing games and making crafts, the fun is endless. And on top of all that fun, the memories are unforgettable. So it makes sense that your dragon wants to experience the love, magic and memories too. But is it a good idea to bring your dragon to Grandma's? Julie Gassman and Andy Elkerton team up again for the seventh picture book in the Do Not Take Your Dragon series. Interactive, rhyming text encourages audience participation, and the energetic art is sure to bring non-stop laughs.