Examining key events of the 20th century, each title in this series outlines the lead-up and aftermath, explores the issues, and introduces leaders and key figures. Titles of useful websites and further reading recommendations are given.
Living Through History is a complete Key Stage 3 course which brings out the exciting events in history. The course is available in two different editions, Core and Foundation. Every Core title in the series has a parallel Foundation edition, and both are supported by teachers' packs.
Helps you find out if the power of the Sun can be harnessed on a scale that provides us with the energy needed for future. This book looks at turning sunlight into electricity; heating homes as the ancient Romans did; powering space probes and Mars landers; cars that run on sunlight not petrol; and using energy without damage to the environment.
Featuring contemporary images, this book explores the major historical and social events which rocked Britain during the Second World War, covering the declaration of war, the threat of invasion, D-Day and VE Day. It also introduces readers to the major personalities of the day including The Royal Family, Winston Churchill and Hitler.
Looks at: releasing the atomic energy of uranium, turning atomic energy into electricity, the harmful effects of nuclear radiation, storing nuclear wastes safely, and creating nuclear power from 'heavy water'.
Victorian Bathrooms is for guided and independent reading. It contains explanatory text and is for ages 7-11. Longman Book Project Fiction books excite all readers with an exceptional variety of major children's authors and illustrators.