Katie Daynes

Vastaus löytyy luukun alta!Tämä uusin osa suositussa Kysy ja kurkista! -luukkutietokirjasarjassa valottaa erilaisten laitteiden, järjestelmien ja asioiden toimintaperiaatteita. Se vastaa havainnollisesti moniin hyviin kysymyksiin, kuten: Miten sähkö kulkee seinissä? Miksi aallot nousevat ja laskevat? Mistä raha tulee? Tietokirja tarjoaa tutkittavaa ja selvitettävää jokaiselle uteliaalle lapselle!Usbornen suositussa lasten tietokirjasarjassa lukija pääsee luukkujen kautta tiedon äärelle hauskasti ja moniulotteisesti. Sarjassa on ilmestynyt suomeksi jo neljätoista innostavaa tietokirjaa:Lasten luukkukartasto: Kurkista maailmaan! / Roskat pois! Kurkista ja kierrätä / Kysy ja kurkista! Tenavien tietopankki / Kurkista avaruuteen / Kysy ja kurkista! Ihminen / Kuinka tietokone toimii? Kurkista ja koodaa! / Kurkista tietoon / Kysy ja kurkista! Maailman ympäri / Kysy ja kurkista! Hyvä vai paha muovi? / Kysy ja kurkista! Sää / Kysy ja kurkista! Tunteet / Kysy ja kurkista! Mitä rasismi on? / Kysy ja kurkista! Pakolaisuus / Kysy ja kurkista! Miten kaikki toimii?Katie Daynes on kirjoittanut lasten tietokirjoja lähes puolet elämästään. Hän rakastaa kyseenalaistaa maailmaa lapsen näkökulmasta. Daynes on kehittänyt suosittuja tietokirjasarjoja yhteistyössä englantilaisen Usborne-kustantamon kanssa, ja hän on kirjoittanut useita teoksia Tammen suomeksi julkaisemassa Kysy ja kurkista -luukkutietokirjasarjassa.

This is a brand new series, bringing to life the fascinating lives of famous historical figures. Lively speech, gentle humour and full- colour illustrations bring the reader closer to the action as the story unfolds. Young readers will learn about each famous character as they read about their achievements. Ages 7-11

Learn about the life of Adolf Hitler in this informative biography, from his childhood in rural Austria to becoming the dictator who led Germany into a bloody world war. Part of the Usborne Young Reading series, this book has been specially written for newly independent readers and features facts, photographs and website links for more information.

Tiny Tom Thumb is no larger than his father's thumb and he's always getting into trouble. This traditional tale from English folklore is carefully retold for young readers. It is part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

Helps readers explore the furthest reaches of our universe, learning how it began and our place among the stars. This book includes double page spreads of the Big Bang, how the first suns and planets were formed and our very own solar system.

Includes double page spreads on mountains, deserts, the oceans, the atmosphere and icy landscapes such as Antarctica, each one with flaps to lift to reveal scientific and natural history information. This title contains a feature on how climate change is affecting our planet, and what can be done to reduce its effects.

Fires, accidents, earthquakes and floods - firefighters are never far from danger. This thrilling book shows where they work, how they fight fires and how they rescue people. Usborne Beginners is an exciting series of books for children who are beginning to read on their own.

This exploration of trucks is part of a series introducing children to the wonder of the world around them. It has two reading levels, with a simple sentence on each page for beginners, accompanied by more complex information which can be read as the child's ability grows.

Young children can discover what happens when Aladdin finds a magic lamp in this mystical and magical story. this classic tale, with charming illustrations and simple text, will capture the imagination of children starting to read alone. Ages 5+

Sinbad is the most fearless sailor on the seven seas, facing trolls, giants, whales and wild storms on his adventures. But is his luck about to run out? The classic adventure story, specially rewritten as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme for children who have just started to read alone.

Developed with reading experts at Roehampton University, this title provides an introduction to farm animals for developing readers.

the brand new Usborne First Reading Series, has been written especially for children who are learning to read. With delightful illustrations, these books combine great stories with simple text to excite and inspire any beginner reader. Ages 4+

Colourful scenes with over 50 flaps to lift reveal fascinating historical details of life in Ancient Rome. Bright, clear illustrations show scenes such as a gladiator fight at the Colosseum, the workings of a Roman Bath and the Roman legion defending the farthest reaches of the Empire.

Provides introduction to the remarkable lives of important historical figures. Each book describes a famous life, following the protagonist through their triumphs and tribulations. This book has lively speech, colourful illustrations and photographs that bring the reader closer to the action as the story unfolds.

Allows young children to discover the inner workings of the human body in a gently humorous, yet wholly accurate way. Colour illustrations and diagrams display all the major organs of the human body and are accompanied by witty, clear and informative factual text. It contains over fifty flaps, which children can lift to reveal extra detail.

The classic tale of Jack and the Beanstalk is humorously revisited in this retelling of the traditional fairytale. Written as part of the Usborne Young Reading Programme, this title is specially rewritten for children just starting to read alone.

Synopsis coming soon.......

Part of a series designed to encourage independent reading which covers a range of subject matter, including the retelling of children's classics, fairytales, and a wide range of narrative non-fiction.