Language & Reference

When the tortoise sees an eagle flying through the sky it gets jealous and tries to find a way to fly itself.

How to Read a Book, originally published in 1940, has become a rare phenomenon, a living classic.

Introduces mathematical concepts in terms from basic addition and subtraction, through multiplication and division to square roots and algebra. This book includes puzzles and games for readers to test their maths skills.

William dreams of acting and writing plays. This ambition takes him from the quiet country town of Stratford to the great playhouses of London, where his talent takes the city by storm... The life of Britain's most famous playwright told for children ready to tackle longer and more complex books.

Part of the "First Reading" series, this title is aimed at children who are beginning to read. It allows children to build their burgeoning reading skills and is accompanied by illustrations.

Part of the "First Reading" series, this title is intended for children who are beginning to read by themselves. Featuring illustrations, it helps them build their burgeoning reading skills.

With delightful illustrations, these books combine great stories with simple text to excite and inspire any beginner reader.

Includes descriptions for preparing meals, cleaning, doing laundry, decorating, repairing the home, treating common ailments, caring for pets, celebrating the holidays, and gardening outdoors and indoors. This book shows readers: how to mix a stain for wood furniture from coffee and salt; how to fashion a garden trellis from twigs; and more.