Most Popular Books by John Malam

Tales and information about residents of the magical kingdoms of folklore and fairyland make this book a wonderful and enjoyable read for both children and adults.

This year Queen Elizabeth II enjoys 60 glorious years as monarch with a Diamond Jubilee celebration to be held on 5th June 2012. Queen Elizabeth II, Her Story recounts the life of our Queen from her birth to present day. It is the story of a princess who became Queen and head of the Royal House of Windsor. * Birth of a Princess * The Little Princesses * Life in the Palace * Princess at War * Elizabeth becomes Queen * The Royla Family * Royal Duties * The Royal family Tree Early photographs capture the Queen''s early years and a Royal family tree place the events of her life in context.

This book shows the reader how to grow tomatoes from seeds and then turn them into a delicious sandwich.

The Journey of a... series looks at how common products end up in our homes, starting with the raw materials and ending with the finished product. This title looks at the journey of a book, and examines where the ideas come from, how the author writes the book, the role of a publisher, how a book is illustrated, and how the book is printed and sold.

Biographies & Autobiographies.

Presents advice for planting and caring for strawberries, and provides a recipe for creating a strawberry fruit smoothie with the fresh strawberries.

Readers learn about the making of a t-shirt from start to finish.

Remains to be Seen is a fascinating series which looks at the past through the archaeological evidence that remains today. Ancient Greece looks at who the Greeks were and their world of warships, great leaders, cities and poets. It goes on to discuss their achievements in writing, maths, science and philosophy, art and architecture, music and theatre, as well as their religions and festivals. Finally, we see the history of Greece under the Romans, and how the past is discovered today. There are fact boxes which highlight key facts and the text is supported by a wonderful array of photographs and maps. Ancient Greece also features a time-line, a glossary and a full index.

Explores key dates in history; what happened on the day and the background and consequences of the event. This series includes books which are suitable for quick-read introductions to these events, and equally useful as high interest / low reading level books.

A biography of the Italian Renaissance artist and inventor who was recognized as one of the cleverest men of his time.

Readers follows the progress of a glass of milk from milking of the cows to drinking it.

Looks at the past through the archaeological evidence that remains with us today, and examines the way people lived in ancient societies, their achievements, religious beliefs and festivals, and how and why the civilizations rose and fell when they did. Ages 12+

A basic biography aimed at introducing young children to the life of Mary Seacole.

Briefly examines the life and work of the sixteenth-century Flemish painter, describing and giving examples of his art.

Profiles the life and work of Italian inventor Guglielmo Marconi, who was a pioneer in the development of wireless communication.

Looks at the past through the archaeological evidence that remains with us today, and examines the way people lived in ancient societies, their achievements, religious beliefs and festivals, and how and why the civilizations rose and fell when they did. Ages 12+.

This book shows the reader how to grow fava beans from seeds and then turn them into a delicious snack.

Introduction to the ancient Egyptians looks at the civilization through its objects, including clothing, weapons, transportation, and tools.

Film archaeologist and adventurer Indiana Jones describes the history, geography, and civilization of the Incas.

Indiana Jones, fictitious archeologist-adventurer from the popular films by George Lucas, describes the civilization of ancient Egypt, its history, geography, dynasties, daily life, religion, art, and influences on subsequent civilizations.