Most Popular Books by Ben Hubbard

A gripping illustrated account of how Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay made history by being the first men to conquer Mount Everest. For years, climbers and explorers had dreamed of being the first to reach Mount Everest''s treacherous, icy summit. On 29 May 1953, Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay finally achieved this amazing feat. Their lives would never be the same again. "A few more whacks of the ice axe, a few very weary steps, and we were on the summit of Everest." Fully illustrated throughout, with fresh, modern artwork breathing new life into this famous story. Perfect for readers aged 8 and up.

A magical journey of scientific discovery begins here! Four friends, the Museum Kids, are off on an incredible adventure to discover the history of the formation of Earth. A magical lift takes them to see the Big Bang, find out about the make-up of Earth, explore volcanoes and earthquakes, discover different ecosystems and much more. Fun, interactive and with lots of facts to discover, this book is perfect for geography studies and all curious kids. Magical Museums is a series of picture books that follows the adventures of four children who are exploring museums that have come to life. Together with their guide, the children learn as they explore each museum, but they also have an exciting adventure, escaping dangers, working together and solving problems. Each detailed scene explores a different time period or technological achievement and is packed with fascinating facts. When the adventure finally ends, the gang are keen to take their guide''s quiz to test what they have learned - and readers can take it too.

Presents the story of space exploration, from the race for rockets and putting a man on the moon, to the International Space Station and life beyond our solar system.

Look inside natural disasters and discover how they work! Natural disasters devastate communities. They reshape the landscape and can alter people''s ways of life in an area for years after the event. Learn all about Earthquakes and Tsunamis. Find out how they form, where they are most to happen and how scientists study them through diagrams and case studies. Explore how natural disasters work by cracking them open and looking at them from the inside. How do they happen? How are they destructive? What happens on the inside of each phenomena? And where in the world are the danger zones? This series explore each of these questions in detail. This series uses detailed artwork, cutaways and images from real-life to give a rounded view of each event. Perfect for readers aged 9 and over.

Discover 12 gripping retellings of fascinating shipwrecks in this mind-blowing kids book packed with heroic escapes, daring rescues and oceanic adventure. Bursting with amazing illustrations, historic photography and interactive surprises: this is a must-buy book for curious minds fascinated by dramatic real-life events and the secrets of the sea. Did you know there are over three million shipwrecks lying beneath the world''s seabeds? Unearth 12 legendary stories buried with each wreck and learn about the ship''s original mission; the period it sailed in; the day it all went wrong; and the moment the ship was discovered at the bottom of the ocean. From the Mary Rose; the Queen Anne''s Revenge; the HMS Terror;to the most famous of all, RMS Titanic- children will delight in unfolding the book''s interactive pages that bring these historical stories to life. Inside Lost at Sea! Shipwrecks: - Over 12 dramatic retellings of shipwrecks throughout history and across the world - Stunning original artwork, maps, illustrations and photographyaccompany each story - Insightful details, unique facts and observations examine the ship''s purpose, the period it was built, its original appearance, the day it sank and the moment it was found - Lift-the-flaps, open the gatefolds and other novelty elementskeep readers engaged and reveal extra imagery and information - Covers: ThePunic Ship (Mediterranean Sea, Italy); Roskilde 6 (Denmark);Mary Rose (English Channel, England); Vasa (Stockholm Harbour, Sweden); San José (Cartagena, Colombia);Queen Anne''s Revenge (North Carolina, USA); HMS Erebus & HMS Terror (Canada); SS Yongala (Pacific Ocean, Queensland, Australia); RMS Titanic (North Atlantic); Endurance (Weddell Sea, Antarctica); USS Indianapolis(Philippine Sea) Lost at Sea! Shipwrecksis the ultimate gift for children - and grown ups - who are mesmerised by the ocean and the mysteries that lie beneath it. Written by Ben Hubbard and illustrated by Eoin Coveney, readers can dive into the riveting retellings of each shipwreck story and learn all there is to know about some of the world''s most infamous vessels taken by the waves. About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world''s leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

How to Improve at Rugby is a fantastic addition to this best-selling series of guides for sports enthusiasts and is specially designed to show you how to master your game and get maximum enjoyment from this sport. Study clear introductions to the rules and regulations of the sport, follow step-by-step photography to help you master difficult skills such as scrums and drop goals, and discover the right way to get fit and stay fit. How to Improve at Rugby does not promise instant success. It simply gives you the know-how to get on top of every aspect of your game. The How to Improve at... series is specially designed to show you how to master sports and get maximum enjoyment from them. Using a combination of easy to follow text, step-by-step photography and diagrams, difficult skills are made easy and taking part in sport becomes even more fun.

Life during the Stone Age couldn''t be more different than life today! It would tough to time-travel back to this era. But, this book is the perfect guide for those looking to "plan" a trip back to the Stone Age! In it, readers learn about human culture long before smartphones, TV, and sneakers! They''ll find out what to eat, what to wear, and how to act in these early human communities. Full-color illustrations complement the social studies content. The text supports knowledge building, a key part of the science of reading.

Collins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.

Maya wants some extra money but her parents tell her she has to earn it! So Maya helps tidy up her neighbor�s garage. But it�s harder work than she thought. Will Maya finish the job and earn the money?

Presented with colourful timelines and a mixture of bright illustrations and photography, Flashpoints in History is an accessible introduction into the major events of modern history and the characters involved. Divided into chapters covering Politics, Science, Sports, Celebrity, and War, the book highlights the moments that turned the tide of public opinion, the points of no return, and recognize the exact flashpoint that defined eras, people and events. With bite-sized overviews, easy-to-follow timelines and the historical flashpoints helpfully identified and explored in greater depth, the book focuses on major historical events such as the Russian Revolution, the Wall Street Crash and the moon landings, as well as the characters involved, from JFK to Bob Dylan, Einstein to Usain Bolt. When did Jessie Owens become more than just a sportsman and Winston Churchill more than a politician? How did Beatlemania begin? Could the First World War have been avoided? All of these and many more questions are explained and answered.

The very latest hi-tech security equipment and procedures being used around the world are revealed. Includes the technology behind biometrics and iris recognition scanners and fascinating information about ''The Beast'' - the most advanced and secure protection vehicle in the world.

"Marek wants a new kick scooter but he''s got to save up for it! Will Marek manage it-or will he be tempted by new clothes, toys, and treats?"--

Discover islands from around the world where animals have taken over and even pushed humans out all together! From Cat island in Japan to Snake island in Brasil, is there any island that you''d like to visit?

Take a journey of discovery through an ocean, from seabed to sunny shallows Oceans are among nature''s most awe-inspiring sights and experiences. Take an immersive journey through the different layers of an ocean, discovering its beauty and wonder and experiencing the different plants and animals that make the ocean their home. Nature''s Journeys takes young raeders on a step-by-step adventure through some of Earth''s most spectacular landscapes, which dives deep into each part or feature in turn to build up a picture of the whole. Along the way, it reveals how these landscapes were formed, the animals and plants that make them their home and how precious and vulnerable they are. Perfect for natural world enthusiasts aged 9 and up. Contents: Looking down into the ocean / The tidal zone / The sunlit zone / The twilight zone / The midnight zone / The abyssal zone / The seabed / Black smokers / The Hadal zone / The Challenger Deep / Deep sea giants / Seabed features / Threats to oceans / Glossary / Learn more / Index Books in the series: From Root to Shoot: the Story of Forests From Deep Sea to Shallows: the Story of Oceans From Source to Sea: the Story of Rivers From Valley to Peak: the Story of Mountains

Collins Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds features exciting fiction and non-fiction decodable readers to enthuse and inspire children. They are fully aligned to Letters and Sounds Phases 1-6 and contain notes in the back. The Handbooks provide support in demonstration and modelling, monitoring comprehension and expanding vocabulary. Meet the super hunters of the sea in this photographic non-fiction book filled with facts about sharks. Green/Band 5 books offer early readers patterned language and varied characters. The focus sounds in this book are: /igh/ i, i-e /ai/ ay, ey, a-e /oa/ o, ow, o-e /oo/ ue, ew, u-e /ee/ ea /ow/ ou /oo/ oul /or/ aw, augh, al /er/ or, ear /e/ a /u/ o, our, o-e Pages 22 and 23 allow children to re-visit the content of the book, supporting comprehension skills, vocabulary development and recall. Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading Big Cat Phonics for Letters and Sounds with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

This book looks at all things toothy! Learn all about the different types of teeth in humans, what their functions are, and how and why we have two sets of teeth. Discover the role that dentists and oral hygienists play in looking after your teeth, find out about braces and what they do, which foods are best and worst for your teeth and much more. Our handy guide to brushing your teeth effectively will help you get your teeth squeaky clean! In fact, this book is so interesting it''s sure to be snapped up!

Project X Origins is a ground-breaking guided reading programme for the whole school. This exciting Graphic Texts pack includes action-packed stories, fascinating non-fiction, carefully selected poetry and comprehensive guided reading support to meet the needs of children at every stage of their reading development.Each book contains inside cover notes with advice on supporting older children with their reading, ideas for follow-up activities and higher-level comprehension questions.Project X Origins guided reading notes offer step-by-step teaching support for each book with guidance about comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, spelling, punctuation, grammar and writing. Each set of notes has in-built assessment and is fully correlated to all UK curricula. This pack contains 1 set of guided reading notes and 4 reading books, 1 each of: Antarctic Ambush, The Call of the Wild, The Raven and other poems, Great Engineers.

''''Spanning both ancient and modern history, this book looks at 10 of the most world-changing personalities. It tells the stories behind each of them, offers fascinating facts and examines what effect they had on a global scale.''''-- back cover.

"Discover the amazing myths and legends surrounding gods, goddesses, magical creatures, heroes, and monsters from around the world."--Provided by publisher.