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.

He buys suit after suit made of the most expensive materials instead of tending to his threadbare kingdom. Then, one day, two travelling merchants offer to make the Emperor a special suit that has magical powers. The merchants, however, are not who they claim to be, and the suit has one major flaw, no one can see it!

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.

D'Artagnan wants nothing more than to become a Musketeer. It's not just the fame and fortune he seeks in service of the King's army: he wants to be a part of something important. He wants to travel to new and exciting places. But what D'Artagnan wants most of all is love - to be loved by friends and to fall in love.

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.

Sam and Milo are best friends, on and off the basketball court. But then Milo moves away. He leaves Sam with a special gift - a book of his very own. Sam treasures the book and loses himself in the story, which helps take his mind off missing his friend and a big change coming in his family. But when the beloved book goes missing, Sam begins to understand that the real gift Milo gave him is one that can be given and received again and again. 'The Pass' by Sara Laux Akin is a tender story of sport, reading and friendship that eases the difficulties of loss and celebrates the empowerment and connection a good book can give.

Nine-year-old Divya's life is turned upside down when her family moves from Delhi, India, to a new city halfway across the world. Divya goes from living as an only child with her own quiet bedroom to sharing a room with her cousin in a crowded home with extended family. Plus, everything is different at her new school too. Everyone keeps saying change is good - but not if you didn't want to leave home in the first place!

When a new foal is born at Poppy's family farm, the local vet stops by to make sure it's healthy. While Dr Herriot is there, Poppy goes with her to check on all the adorable new farmyard friends. They visit pink piglets, baby calves and fluffy ducklings. Poppy learns even more about the farm's new arrivals and what it takes to care for them.

Spring has sprung on the farm! Poppy is excited to plant new flowers in her garden. While they work, Dad teaches her all about the pollinators that play a role in keeping the farm going. Poppy discovers the magical secret behind the blooming flowers and a good harvest. Can she take what she's learned and find ways to keep pollinators visiting the garden?

For a group research project, Rosie's team is assigned the topic of bears. Rosie is thrilled and dives right into planning the PERFECT group presentation. But things go awry when Rosie decides the other "bears" in the group are doing too much of this, or too little of that. Their ideas just don't line up with hers. Can Rosie find a way to make the project "just right" for everyone, or will her self-appointed role as "chief bear" cause a bear brawl?Author Maya Myers, a former teacher and classroom literacy specialist, infuses this tale with clever curricula and captures the antics, excitement, drama and hilarity of a primary school. Rich back matter offers additional curriculum support.

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.