Best Selling Books by Louise Spilsbury

Helps children to develop skills to make informed decisions. Readers are asked to think about their rights and responsibilities when making decisions. Encourages children to explore the different influences that affect their choices, including advertisements and pressure from friends. Children learn the importance of research, sharing opinions, discussing different views and considering alternatives. Includes notes for parents and teachers. Suggested level: junior, primary.

Geography is covered in an interactive, investigative and visual way.

Describes for young readers what is in a garbage can, and how various creatures live off its contents.

The lion is the undisputed king of Africa''s grasslands, comfortably placed at the top of most of the habitat''s food chains. This dynamic book offers a vividly detailed look at the grassland biome, and the lion''s position as apex predator. Fact-rich text examines the way that claws, teeth, eyes, and even mane help the lion track its prey, while also offering a comprehensive look at life within a pride of lions.

Encourages children to get involved and take an active role in their school community. From taking part in school plays and classroom discussions to making friends, this title explores various aspects of being part of the school community. It looks at school councils and how the representatives are elected.

Simple text and illustrations explore the different kinds of animals who live in ponds, where they live, and what they eat. Suggested level: junior.

The Children in Our World non-fiction picture book series helps children make sense of the larger issues and crises that dominate the news in a sensitive and appropriate manner. With relatable comparisons, carefully researched text and striking illustrations, children can begin to understand what racism and intolerance are, how they affect children, adults and daily life, and how readers can help. Where issues aren''t appropriate to describe in words, award-winning illustrator, Hanane Kai, uses striking and sensitive illustrations help children visualise they ways in which racism and intolerance affect people all around the world with images that are suited to their age and disposition. The series forms an excellent cross-curricular resource that looks at refugees, war, poverty and racism making them ideal for tying into discussions on race, ethnicity and current affairs.

Describes the activities of non-profit organizations throughout the world that work with children, including educational and health-related charities and groups that work with abused children and the victims of war.

Presents information about the grain group of the USDA Food Guide Pyramid, describing types of grains, their preparation, nutritional value, and recipes.

This series examines the human body by looking at the five main body systems, the skin, hygiene, and allergies and uses accessible questions to introduce the reader to how the human body works, what can go wrong with it and how it repairs itself. that put the subject in context; body fact boxes; a list of further reading, non-fiction and fiction, and other further resources including addresses of helpful contacts; and a factfile including a body map.

Researching doesn''t have to be an intimidating process. Learn an amazing, fact-finding, super-sleuth skill for life in this fun, friendly, and easy-to-follow guide. Full of great tips, tricks, and study-busting scoops, readers will be top of the class with this essential skill-building book. Study skills are life skills, but sometimes they''re hard to pick up in the classroom. From explaining how to write, listen, plan, and research through how to give a speech and manage a social network, this funny, irreverent, and helpful series will guide every student through. Broken into digestible tips and tricks, the instructional text guides and supports students to encourage independent learning, and isn''t overwhelming or intimidating. Students can get skilled for life with these awesome study guides.

Working in a group or team is a fact of life for most people-whether at school, in the workplace, or on the sports field. Together as a Team! will help you understand team dynamics and recognize the best ways to use the skills and interests of every person in the group. With tips for organizing strategies, team-building exercises, preventing arguments, and getting your group motivated, this book demonstrates how great teamwork can really make things happen! Book jacket.

Do you need to improve your study skills? Or learn how to manage your money? Maybe you''d like to know how to be a great babysitter, or a poised and perfect public speaker? Life Skills is here to help! Packed with expert advice, valuable tips, real-life case studies, and quizzes, this series encourages the development of a wide range of practical and personal skills that will help you to move confidently into the adult world and achieve success in the 21st-century workplace. Do you want to take control of your emotions? Maybe you are unsure why you get really angry with your sister or when your team loses a game? Cool That Anger! will help you to understand how the physical and chemical changes your body is going through can influence the way you deal with frustration and anger. Learn about some of the triggers that may be affecting your emotions, from internal hormonal changes and mood swings to external pressures, such as bullying and difficult family issues. This book is packed with real-life quotes and tips to help you recognize anger flash points in yourself and others, why you feel the way you do, and how to gain control and keep your cool. Book jacket.

This book explores the fun parts about keeping cats, and looks at their natural behavior. It describes how to properly care for a cat including feeding, grooming, and health problems. The book also contains expert tips on cat care.

Photographs and simple text teach children what bread is made from, how flour is made, and why bread is good for people.

Dehydration. Freezing night temperatures. Scorpions. These are just some of the dangers that await those traveling through the desert. With preparation, anyone can survive. But what if something goes wrong? This book introduces readers to the desert ecosystem in an inventive, fascinating way u0096through its perils! Real-life tales of those who have survived the hardest parts of desert living encourage readers to be prepared when visiting an area with little water, lots of sun, and quicksand! Full-color photographs accompany each story, while multiple-choice questions help readers assess each scary situation.

Sharp teeth and a frighteningly flexible, muscular body, make the boa constrictor the top predator on many of the Rain Forest''s food chains. This visually appealing, photograph-rich book uses vividly detailed text to explore the spectacular physical adaptations that make the boa constrictor such an insidious predator. Fact-filled sidebars offer context into the diverse rain forest and the myriad species that make up the links in its food chains. This book is a comprehensive look at a high-interest habitat.

Find out about potential energy and kinetic energy. How does heat move from one substance to another? Why is renewable energy so important? Includes three simple activities or experiments to try.

Humanitarian aid workers dedicate their lives to helping people in need. They bring medicine, emergency supplies, and other kinds of disaster relief to countries affected by war, natural disasters, and poverty. Aid workers help refugees and also build infrastructure, hospitals, and schools in struggling nations. Readers will determine if this career is in their future after reading this text, which explores the heroic lives of these brave people. They’ll learn about the challenges and rewards of this career and see how it impacts the global community. The text’s age-appropriate content will inspire readers to do their part one day, while memorable images help readers visualize aid workers’ important work. Fact boxes, sidebars, and diagrams further support this career-focused text.

This book answers questions on cleanliness, germs, and medicines to attack germs.