Titles in this set:HistoryStone AgeIron AgeEgyptiansAncient GreeksCeltsRomansThe MayaVikingsCastlesDigging Up the Past
NatureReptilesTadpoles and FrogsRainforestTreesHow Flowers GrowCaterpillars and ButterfliesSpidersBugsBees & WaspsAnts ScienceEarthquakes & TsunamisSun Moon and StarsLiving in SpaceStorms and HurricanesVolcanoesAstronomyThe Solar SystemYour BodyPlanet EarthWeather

History
Stone AgeThis simple information book follows the history of Stone Age people and how they lived.
Iron AgeThis simple information book charts the history of Iron Age people and how they lived, including their farming methods, the gods they prayed to and the hill forts where they lived.
EgyptiansWho were the ancient Egyptians? Why did they build pyramids and how were mummies made?
Ancient GreeksFind out about Ancient Greece, what people wore, ate and did for fun and learn about some of the most famous philosophers and mathematicians of the age in this compelling book for beginner readers.
CeltsWho were the Celts exactly? Did you know they lived on top of hills? Do you have any idea how Celtic warriors made themselves look really scary in battle?
RomansWho were the ancient Romans? Where did they go to eat, shop and wash? What did they do for fun?
The MayaWho were the Maya? Where did they live? Why did they build tall stone temples?
VikingsFind out what it was like to be a Viking, and learn about Viking homes, feasts, boats, gods and much more in this fascinating book.
CastlesWho lived in a castle, and what was it like? Children can find out the answers to these questions and lots more about the wonderful world of castles in this informative book.
Digging Up the PastHow do ancient things get buried? Who digs them up? And what do they find? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book.
Nature
ReptilesThis is a fantastic brand new addition to the “Beginners” series, designed to provide an informative introduction to trees and plant-life for young readers.
Tadpoles and FrogsVivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text.
RainforestIt offers a terrific reading practice for children who prefer fact to fiction. It is developed with a reading expert from Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence.
TreesThis is a fantastic brand new addition to the ‘Beginners’ series, designed to provide an informative introduction to trees and plant-life for young readers.
How Flowers GrowHow do flowers grow in dry deserts? How do animals help to spread seeds? Which flower smells like rottng meat?
Caterpillars and ButterfliesUsborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own.
SpidersUsborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own.
BugsUsborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own.
Bees & WaspsA slim and unintimidating book which belies its contents – a wealth of information, much of which will be new even to adults.
AntsWhere do ants live? What do they eat? How much weight can they carry? Little children can find out the answers to these questions and much more in this simple introduction to the world of ants.

Science

Earthquakes & Tsunamis

This is a fantastic addition to the popular Beginners series, providing an informative introduction to the fascinating world of earthquakes for young readers. There are clear explanations of the science behind different types of earthquakes and their effects, including tsunamis and landslides. This title features real-life earthquakes, and describes how people are kept safe and rescued when disaster strikes. Striking colour photographs and step-by-step illustrations engage readers with the subject matter. This title is developed with a reading expert from Roehampton University to help young readers grow in confidence

Sun Moon and Stars

What is the Sun made of? How did astronauts get to the Moon and what did they find there? For children beginning to read on their own, this book is an exciting introduction to space. Includes vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, and easy-to-read text specially written with the help of a reading expert

Living in Space

How do astronauts travel into space? Where do they live when they get there? What do they do all day? In this book you’ll find the answers and lots more amazing facts about living in space. This non-fiction series aims to encourage children to access the wonder of the world around them. The easy-to-read text has been specially written with the help of a reading expert

Storms and Hurricanes

How do astronauts travel into space? Where do they live when they get there? What do they do all day? In this book you’ll find the answers and lots more amazing facts about living in space. This non-fiction series aims to encourage children to access the wonder of the world around them. The easy-to-read text has been specially written with the help of a reading expert

Volcanoes

An introduction to earthquakes and volcanoes. The sensational images combine with lively text, amazing facts, diagrams and a comprehensive glossary

Astronomy

A straightforward book telling you all a beginner needs to know about the planets, stars, moons, nebulae, galaxies asteroids and more, through easy-to-read text, full-colour photographs and step-by-step visual explanations. Recommended websites accessed via Usborne Quicklinks provide further online resources.

The Solar System

What is the surface of Mars like? Why does Venus glow in the dark? How do scientists explore faraway planets? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book.

Your Body

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text.

Planet Earth

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text.

Weather

What makes the wind blow? How can rain sometimes be red? Why are tornadoes like vacuum cleaners? You’ll find out the answers and lots more about weird and wonderful weather in this fascinating book. Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own.