Best Selling Books by Struan REID

Dress the astronauts in the kit necessary for their daring space missions, with over one hundred stickers which show the different uniforms and outfits worn by astronauts, cosmonauts and taikonauts. Part of a hugely popular series, in which children can dress up explorers, soldiers, Kings and Queens, emergency service workers, Greek gods, knights and much more.

Discover how people dressed around the world with 30 great step-by-step projects. With 300 fantastic photographs

A beautiful hard cover edition adapted from the images, motifs and colours typical of Celtic art in the paperback book Celtic Patterns to Colour. Designs are taken from stone carvings, pottery and jewellery and include the intricate knotwork patterns for which the Celts were famous.

This is a bumper collection of 120 model-making, costume and recipe projects that can be done at home or in the classroom. They provide hours of creative fun and give amazing insights into history at the same time. The instructions and step-by-step photographs are practical, accessible and easy to follow, and the materials used are inexpensive and easy to find. All of the projects are inspired by authentic artifacts, buildings, clothes and food, and drawn from key cultures around the world.

The Life and World of... biographies tell the life-story of key people from history - the part they played in shaping events, and how their lives touched other people.

From nuclear physicists to sharp-shooters, f rom ice dancers to the Dalai Lama, this book looks at the pe ople who have shaped history with their exploits, amazing di scoveries or infamous deeds ''

The Life and World of... biographies tell the life-story of key people from history - the part they played in shaping events, and how their lives touched other people.

Whether you are planning to travel to London or just watch the many events taking place there on the television, this fantastic colouring book is the perfect way to get to know the UK''s capital city. Featuring plenty of London landmarks, including Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square and Shakespeare''s Globe Theatre, as well as iconic sights such London''s black taxis and red telephone boxes. to match.

A collection of projects and things to make, bringing the past into the present with hours of creative activity.

An interactive way of finding out about the images, motifs and colours typical of African art. Designs are taken from clothes, pottery and jewellery and include many of the bold patterns for which African textiles are famous. This new edition replaces ISBN 9781409556763 and with more detailed scenes and finer lines, will appeal equally to adult and children.

Discover the story of King Arthur in this magical activity book, from his first encounter with the sword in the stone, to his marriage to Guinevere and the quest for the Holy Grail. Readers will meet beloved characters including Merlin the magician, Morgan le Fay and the Green Knight, and there are over 100 stickers to use to decorate the pages. Activity book introduction to the hugely popular story of King Arthur. Part of a bestselling series of sticker books from Usborne. Includes internet links to websites with video clips, games and activities to find out more about King Arthur, knights and life in a castle. Over a hundred detailed stickers can be placed on the figures and scenery.

The Spice Routes stretched for over 15 000 kilometres around Asia. They led form China''s seas, across the vast expanse of the Indian Ocean, up to the Red Sea or the Perisan Gulf and overland to the Mediterranean. The ships and boats that sailed them faced violent storms, treacherous reefs and the possibility of pirate attack, not to mention long absences from home and family. But from before records began, people have been tempted to travel these routes--to look for trade or treasure or just to satisfy their curiosity. Splendidly illustrated with dozens of historical visuals, Exploration by Sea tells of the adventures these travellers had, the finds and the contacts they made exploring the Spice Route.

The Groundbreakers series examines the lives of explores whose achievements and discoveries have had a lasting impact on our world. Each book features excerpts from journals and personal records, an introduction to other explorers living at the time, and a detailed timeline.

From the age of dinosaurs to the Roman invasion, this book tells the story of this vast and exciting period of British history. It describes when and how people first came to Britain, and includes information on the Bronze Age, Iron Age, Celts and the mysteries of Stonehenge. Full of facts, illustrations, photographs, maps and timelines.

"This clear and comprehensive guide to the equestiran world includes information on the evolution of horses, their anatomy and body language, different breeds, day-to-day care, clothing and riding equipment, training, and the various kinds of riding, competitions and uses to which hores are put"--Back cover.

This book presents an overview of Hernando de Soto''s life, as well as his influence on history and the world.

Step-by-step fun science experiments and history craft projects for home learning and school study. Ages 8+.