The heroic, real-life personal account of Chris Ryan's most famous mission, The One That Got Away , is now reworked for a new generation. Some authors just write about it. Chris Ryan has been there, done it - and here is the gripping real-life tale . . . During the Gulf War in 1991, Chris Ryan became separated from the other members of the SAS patrol, Bravo Two Zero. Alone, he beat off an Iraqi attack and set out for Syria. Over the next seven days he walked almost 200 miles, his life constantly...
Releasedatum: 2010-11-04 € 8,49
Op echte dagboeken gebaseerde verhalen over kinderen en jongeren tijdens de Tweede Wereldoorlog. Alle aspecten komen aan bod in dit boeiende en vaak aangrijpende boek voor alle mensen vanaf ca. 10 jaar. Vrijheid vinden we nu heel gewoon, maar hoe was het voor kinderen en jongeren om de Tweede Wereldoorlog mee te maken? Dat weten we door hun dagboeken. Hoe voelt het om te moeten schuilen en vluchten als de bommen om je oren vliegen, zoals bij Yvonne, Felix en Henk? Om altijd honger te hebben, zoa...
Releasedatum: 2020-03-10 € 9,99
Supergrappige reisgids naar het verleden. Vol toffe infographics, handige weetjes (alle huwelijken van Zeus - spoiler: hij datet alleen familieleden) en slimme tips. Alles over het oude Griekenland! Dit e-book is een ePub3-bestand, dus geschikt voor tablets en de meeste e-readers met een kleurenscherm (niet geschikt voor zwart-wit e-readers). Controleer of uw apparaat dit bestandsformaat kan weergeven. Het oude Griekenland is een supergrappige gids in de verhalende non-fictieserie Handboek voor ...
Releasedatum: 2019-04-16 € 9,99
Practice reading alone with this thrilling Titanic story.A child can read along with the text according to their level of reading confidence. This Titanic Level 3 Reader tells a story of tragedy and courage from the Titanic's maiden voyage, which celebrates it's centennial in 2012. She was the biggest ship in the world and they said she was unsinkable... It is a part of a five-level highly pictorial reading scheme, with lively illustrations and engaging stories to encourage reading. Level 3 have...
Releasedatum: 2012-03-19 € 3,49
Supergrappige reisgids naar het verleden. Vergroot je kennis én overlevingskansen, en neem deze gids vol restaurantrecensies, overnachtingstips en andere do’s-and-don’ts mee. Alles over het oude Rome! Dit e-book is een ePub3-bestand, dus geschikt voor tablets en de meeste e-readers met een kleurenscherm (niet geschikt voor zwart-wit e-readers). Controleer of uw apparaat dit bestandsformaat kan weergeven. Het oude Rome is een supergrappige gids in de verhalende non-fictieserie Handboek voor ...
Releasedatum: 2019-04-16 € 9,99
Bijzondere verhalen over Nederlands werelderfgoed Nederland telt tien monumenten op de Unesco Werelderfgoedlijst. Cultureel en natuurlijk erfgoed dat wordt beschouwd als onvervangbaar, uniek en eigendom van de hele wereld. In dit bijzondere boek vertelt Arend van Dam over het unieke karakter van dit cultureel erfgoed. Verhalen over de grachtengordel van Amsterdam, Willemstad op Curaçao of het voormalig eiland Schokland in de Noordoostpolder. In de sfeervolle schilderijen van Alex de Wolf komen ...
Releasedatum: 2015-04-07 € 4,99
Beginner readers are transported back to medieval times to learn about life as a knight and what living in a castle was like in this fun and informative book, with audio narration and illustrations that bring history to life. "Irresistible for children learning to read. " - Child Education Plus
Releasedatum: 2015-03-01 € 4,49
Join us on a fascinating journey through the ages! Explore historical events through engaging explanations, incredible illustrations and stunning computer-generated images. A gorgeously illustrated guide to the history of the world, from what everyday life was like in medieval cultures to the ground-breaking, eco-friendly innovations of today. From the disciplined armies of ancient Rome and the first flight of the Wright Brothers to World War II and post-colonial Africa, this comprehensive histo...
Releasedatum: 2019-08-01 € 2,49
From pyramids and pharaohs to tombs and Tutankhamun, unlock the secrets of ancient Egypt in this brilliant mini encyclopedia about one of the world's greatest civilizations. What was it like to be a pharaoh? Who built the pyramids, and how? How was a mummy made and why did the ancient Egyptians mummify cats? Learn how to spell your name in hieroglyphs and how to count ancient-Egyptian style. Find out about everyday life in ancient Egypt - the toys children played with, what music was popular, ho...
Releasedatum: 2019-05-02 € 3,49
Het Oude Griekenland door de ogen van Arend van Dam (Lang geleden...) De boeiende cultuur van het oude Griekenland spreekt nog altijd tot de verbeelding. Arend van Dam neemt de lezer mee op reis en laat hem kennismaken met de bekende en minder bekende verhalen uit de geschiedenis van dit bijzondere land. Wie bouwde bijvoorbeeld het Parthenon? Hoe is de democratie ontstaan? En wat ontdekte Archimedes allemaal? Je komt het te weten in dit meeslepende, nieuwe deel in deze popula...
Releasedatum: 2017-11-27 € 7,99
A young readers’ edition of the best-selling classic about the Holocaust and finding meaning in suffering, with a photo insert, a glossary of terms, a chronology of Frankl’s life, and supplementary letters and speeches The Library of Congress called it “one of the ten most influential books in America”; the New York Times pronounced it “an enduring work of survival literature”; and O, The Oprah Magazine praised it as “one of the most significant books of the twentieth century.” M...
Releasedatum: 2017-04-25 € 9,99
On the 16th of December, 1944, in the frozen forests of the Ardennes, the German army attacked American Allied forces, launching a final bid to turn the tide of World War II. Thus began the long, hard slog of a battle that was nicknamed by the media as the Battle of the Bulge. Lasting more than a month, it led to tens of thousands of casualties. Sir Winston Churchill called it "the greatest American battle of the war and . . . an ever-famous American victory." Atkinson skillfully guides his audi...
Releasedatum: 2015-06-30 € 10,99
It was the war that lasted ten thousand days. The war that inspired scores of songs. The war that sparked dozens of riots. And in this stirring chronicle, Pulitzer Prize- winning journalist Philip Caputo writes about our country's most controversial war -- the Vietnam War -- for young readers. From the first stirrings of unrest in Vietnam under French colonial rule, to American intervention, to the battle at Hamburger Hill, to the Tet Offensive, to the fall of Saigon, 10,000 Days of Thunder expl...
Releasedatum: 2011-11-15 € 14,99
The Aztec Empire had been blessed by the gods. Its pyramid temples were warmed by the sun, its fields were thick with corn, its bustling marketplaces were full of feathers, pottery and jewellery. But the Emperor Montezuma was troubled by terrifying omens. And when Spanish sailors landed on the shore, seeking their fortunes in a foreign land, nothing would ever be the same... The Adventures in Time series brings the past alive for twenty-first-century children. These stories are every bit as exci...
Releasedatum: 2023-10-26 € 11,99
Hast du dich schon einmal gefragt, warum wir unser Staatsjubiläum im November feiern, wenn doch der Zweite Weltkrieg im Mai endete? Oder warum wir so viele Wörter aus dem Lateinischen in unserer Sprache haben? Oder wer Karl der Große war und warum er so groß war? Ob es nur Könige gab oder vielleicht auch Königinnen? Alle diese Fragen, und natürlich noch mehr, kann dir dieses Buch beantworten. Für uns ist es wichtig, zu wissen, woher wir kommen, was früher geschehen ist und auch heute no...
Releasedatum: 2021-08-07 € 2,99
Divertido y ameno, como la historia misma, Nieves Concostrina nos presenta a diez personajes de la historia justo en el momento en que su vida y el devenir de la Historia está a punto de dar un vuelco: ¡lo pondrán todo patas arriba! Momentos clave que lo cambiaron todo... pero podrían haber sido cagadas épica... 10 personajes se enfrentas a momentos clave de la historia, y ¡no todos salen indemnes! -El día en que Galileo Galilei descubrió los satélites de Júpiter -Cómo Miguel Ángel a...
Releasedatum: 2021-09-16 € 7,99
Discover the people, battles, and politics of America's bloodiest conflict. Explore its causes, chapters, characters, and consequences. This is a visual e-guide to the brutal war that nearly split the USA in two. Profiles on battles, uniforms, weapons, equipment, leaders, commanders, and other important figures shine a light on the key events and turning points during the five years of fighting. Find out about the child drummer boys who helped the marching troops and the healthcare heroes who ma...
Releasedatum: 2021-04-01 € 5,99
This history book from Ladybird is the ideal homework help book for primary school children who are learning about the ancient Romans at school. Packed with everything a child needs to know about Roman life and times, it is perfect for all school project work, with a timeline, glossary and index included for easy reference. Fully illustrated and full of fascinating bite-size facts, Ladybird Histories: Romans features information about what people wore, what jobs they did, how they lived, childre...
Releasedatum: 2020-12-01 € 6,99
This history title from Ladybird is the ideal homework help book for primary school children who are learning about the Victorians at school. Packed with everything a child needs to know about Victorian life and times, it is perfect for all school project work, with a timeline, glossary and index for easy reference. Fully illustrated and full of interesting bite-size facts, Ladybird Histories: Victorians features information about what people wore, what jobs they did, how they lived, children's ...
Releasedatum: 2020-12-01 € 6,99
Learn about the fascinating accomplishments of African American athlete Major Taylor and how he paved the way for other professional cyclists in the book Major Taylor—part of the Leaders Like Us African American childrens books series. Discover what led to Major Taylor becoming one of the best professional bicycle racers in the world. Storybook Features: • This children’s book includes reading/teaching tips, discussion questions, a timeline, and extension activity to develop reading compre...
Releasedatum: 2020-08-11 € 0,99
Find out about the incredible ancient civilizations of the Americas, right up until the Spanish conquest. Discover the monumental pyramids and mountain cities of the Maya, Inca, and Aztec people. Explore the sites of Chichen Itza, Machu Picchu, and Tenochtitlan, learn the pictures of the Mayan language, unearth the history of chocolate, and find out how naughty children were punished with chillis! Peer into the past with amazing illustrations, see some of the most impressive ancient structures i...
Releasedatum: 2018-07-05 € 3,49
Flappers, flag-pole sitting, and the Ford Model T--these are just a few of the things that instantly conjure up a unique era--the Roaring Twenties. It was the bees' knees, the cat's meow. If you're not familiar with 1920s slang, all the more reason to read this fascinating look at that wild, exciting decade. It began on the heels of one tragedy--the flu pandemic of 1918--and ended with another: the start of the Great Depression. But in between there were plenty of good times--the Model T cars th...
Releasedatum: 2018-10-16 € 4,49
Find out everything that you need to know about the Stone Age: the life of a hunter and gatherer, what clothes people wore, the caves they lived in, as well as their arts and crafts creations. DK Reader Life in the Stone Age explores topics including mammoths, cave paintings, shamans, and shelters. Covering the old, middle, and new Stone Age eras of Palaeolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic, the two and a half million year period is explained and provides young readers with everything they would n...
Releasedatum: 2018-01-04 € 3,49
The ancient city of Mesopotamia was located in the Middle East and was made up of empires such as the Babylonian Empire, Assyrian Empire, Persian Empire, and Phoenician Empire. Readers will explore these incredible empires and discover how each made contributions and influenced the world as it exists today. The fascinating sidebars filled with captivating facts work in conjunction with the vibrant, alluring images to engage and excite readers as they learn about the Sumerian society, Hebrews, Ph...
Releasedatum: 2017-07-17 € 9,99
2018 Sydney Taylor Book Award 2017 National Jewish Book Award In 1885, few Jews in Israel used the holy language of their ancestors, and Hebrew was in danger of being lost—until Ben Zion and his father got involved. Through the help of his father and a community of children, Ben modernized the ancient language, creating a lexicon of new, modern words to bring Hebrew back into common usage. Historically influenced dialogue, engaging characters, and colorful art offer a linguistic journey about ...
Releasedatum: 2017-02-21 € 9,99
Tidels makes way for Exceptional Learners. With over a million books downloaded worldwide, Tidels empower kids to learn, read and explore the world. “Countries of the World” (Capital - Flag - Currency) is specially designed for kids to identify and remember various Countries, their Capitals, Flags, Currency & Languages. Memorising flags develops the color sense and memory capacity of kids. Audio is included to help with pronunciation. The list of countries and areas in the wo...
Releasedatum: 2017-01-09 € 0,99
In November 1960, all of America watched as a tiny six-year-old black girl, surrounded by federal marshals, walked through a mob of screaming segregationists and into her school. An icon of the civil rights movement, Ruby Bridges chronicles each dramatic step of this pivotal event in history through her own words.
Releasedatum: 1999-09-01 € 8,99
DKfindout! Ancient Egypt takes kids back in time to discover what life was like in Ancient Egypt. With beautiful photography, lively illustrations, and key curriculum information, the DKfindout! series will satisfy any child who is eager to learn and acquire facts - and keep them coming back for more! For any kid that can't get enough Egyptian facts, DKfindout! Ancient Egypt is packed with information, quizzes, fun facts and incredible images of every aspect of Egyptian life. Discover how the Eg...
Releasedatum: 2017-01-16 € 3,49
DKfindout! Stone Age takes kids back in time to discover what life was like in the Stone Ages. The most popular topic on www.dkfindout.com. With beautiful photography, lively illustrations, and key curriculum information, the DKfindout! series will satisfy any child who is eager to learn and acquire facts - and keep them coming back for more! For any kid that can't get enough of Stone Age facts, DKfindout! Stone Age is packed with up-to-date information, fun quizzes and incredible images of ever...
Releasedatum: 2017-01-16 € 3,49
This exciting second book in the Lost series tells the incredible true story of the doomed Apollo 13 moon mission that nearly ended in disaster.April 13, 1970: Two hundred thousand miles from Earth and counting, an explosion rips through Jim Lovell's spacecraft. The crippled ship hurtles toward the moon at three times the speed of sound, losing power and leaking oxygen into space.Lovell and his crew were two days from the dream of a lifetime - walking on the surface of moon. Now, they will count...
Releasedatum: 2017-01-31 € 3,49
DKfindout! Ancient Rome takes kids back in time to discover what life was like in Ancient Rome. With beautiful photography, lively illustrations, and key curriculum information, the DKfindout! series will satisfy any child who is eager to learn and acquire facts - and keep them coming back for more! For any kid that can't get enough Roman facts, DKfindout! Ancient Rome is packed with information, quizzes, fun facts and incredible images of every aspect of Roman life. Discover what Romans would h...
Releasedatum: 2016-07-01 € 3,49
Two-time Newbery Honor Book author Jim Murphy writes a stunning nonfiction masterpiece about a Christmas miracle on the Western Front during World War I.On July 29th 1914, the world's peace was shattered as the artillery of the Austria-Hungary Empire began shelling the troops of the country to its south. What followed was like a row of falling dominoes as one European country after another rushed into war. Soon most of Europe was fighting in this calamitous war that could have been avoided. This...
Releasedatum: 2009-10-01 € 11,99
Journey back to medieval times with a host of LEGO(R) minifigures!Journey back to medieval times with a host of LEGO(R) minifigures! Meet the boldest, bravest knights and other castle characters--from lords and ladies to cooks and jesters. The LEGO minifigures put the fun into facts. You'll find great LEGO building ideas, too!LEGO(R) minifigures show you the world in a unique nonfiction program. This book is part of a program of LEGO nonfiction books, with something for all the family, at every ...
Releasedatum: 2016-06-28 € 4,99
This book, filled with amazing facts and photographs, describes what life was like for people living in ancient China during the periods known as the Mythological, Historical and First Dynasty period of the Imperial era. It covers the Xia Dynasty, Shang Dynasty, Zhou Dynasty, Qin Dynasty and Han Dynasty with information about the emperors who ruled as well as inventions and achievements in science, technology, engineering, literature, trade and much more. An in-depth account is given of everyday...
Releasedatum: 2015-09-24 € 5,49
Discover legendary commanders, tremendous fights, elite soldiers, and courageous individuals whose deeds truly made the difference in this jaw-dropping guide to the biggest war the world has ever seen. From massive aerial battles that clouded the skies with planes to deathly secret operations deep behind enemy lines, the events of World War II are some of the most awe-inspiring of all time. Packed with trivia, epic battles, and amazing illustrations, World War II comes alive for kids like no tex...
Releasedatum: 2016-03-01 € 6,99
La vie d’Isaac Newton racontée aux enfants. Redécouvrez la vie de l’un des plus incroyables scientifiques de l’histoire : philosophe, mathématicien, physicien, alchimiste, astronome, inventeur... ! Quelle Histoire propose une initiation accessible à l’histoire du célèbre scientifique britannique. La collection «Histoire Jeunesse» de Quelle Histoire offre aux 6-10 ans des ouvrages ludiques pour découvrir les grandes figures de l’Histoire.
Releasedatum: 2015-02-18 € 2,99
La vie de Cléopâtre racontée aux enfants. De son idylle avec Jules César à sa fin tragique avec Marc-Antoine en passant par ses croisières fastueuses le long du Nil, le destin de la plus célèbre des reines d’Égypte est fasci- nant. Quelle Histoire propose une initiation accessible à l’histoire de cette grande souveraine. La collection «Histoire Jeunesse» de Quelle Histoire offre aux 6-10 ans des ouvrages ludiques pour découvrir les grandes figures de l’Histoire.
Releasedatum: 2015-02-18 € 2,99
History comes alive for kids like no textbook can in this epic account of the American Civil War that's perfect for history buffs and reluctant readers! From courageous cavalry rides deep into enemy territory to harrowing covert missions undertaken by spies and soldiers, the events of the American Civil War were filled with daring figures and amazing feats. This exhilarating overview covers the biggest battles as well as captivating lesser-known moments to entertain kids with unbelievable (and t...
Releasedatum: 2014-10-28 € 4,49
Neil Armstrong was involved in one of the most memorable events of the twentieth century - the moon landing! Find out more about how he got to become one of the first to set foot on the moon. Discover the stories of people who have helped to shape history, ranging from early explorers such as Christopher Columbus to more modern figures like Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the World Wide Web. These chapter books combine historical fact with engaging narrative and humourous illustration, perfect for ...
Releasedatum: 2014-07-24 € 1,99
Os miúdos são pessoas pequeninas com vontade própria. Este é um facto que os pais costumam esquecer. Tentamos transmitir uma educação e valores que em muitas ocasiões não vão de encontro aos desejos dos nossos filhotes. Baseado na minha experiência pessoal e inspirado pela minha própria filha, tentei relatar neste livro algumas destas situações.
Releasedatum: 2014-04-21 Genre:Kinderen € 0,99
¿Y si un día encuentras un manuscrito misterioso oculto en un viejo libro? ¿Y si leyéndolo descubres que existe un pasadizo secreto que te permite viajar en el tiempo? Sí, sí, viajar en el tiempo. Solo tienes que seguir leyendo. Página a página, la Historia se irá abriendo ante ti y podrás oír, oler, ver, sentir, vivir, algunos de los momentos más decisivos y emocionantes de nuestro pasado. Viajarás en una galera romana. A lomos de un corcel ...
Releasedatum: 2014-02-04 € 7,49
Veinticinco relatos cortos para revisitar de forma amena y divertida la historia universal. Descubre 25 emocionantes y divertidos relatos con los que te transportarás a los acontecimientos más importantes de la Historia Universal, desde el Paleolítico hasta la Edad Contemporánea. Empieza un emocionante viaje a través del tiempo. ¡No te lo pierdas!
Releasedatum: 2013-11-21 € 9,99
Sous la plume de Philippe Lechermeier, on découvre le parcours, de la Corse à Sainte-Hélène, d'un des personnages les plus marquants de l'histoire de France.
Releasedatum: 2013-09-25 € 5,99
Puzz Story is the first Puzzle that tells a Story! Read or listen carefully to the story and, based on the descriptions, shapes and colors in the book, find the puzzle pieces which represent the main elements and place them in the correct locations in order to illustrate each scene. SUMMARY: Young Charlie Watts has to give a speech tomorrow in history class. It’s past his bedtime, he’s tired, and he hasn’t written any of his speech beyond the heading. It’s not looking good. But then he n...
Releasedatum: 2013-10-01 € 0,99
Young Charlie Watts has to give a speech tomorrow in history class. It’s past his bedtime, he’s tired, and he hasn’t written any of his speech beyond the heading. It’s not looking good. But then he notices a strange book on his shelf... Little does Charlie know that he’s about to have the most amazing adventure of his life. He’ll dodge dinosaurs; ride a chariot in the Ancient Olympics; trade with merchants on the Silk Road; see Tenochtitlan, capital city of the Aztec Empire; play lac...
Releasedatum: 2013-09-16 € 0,99
Winner of the American Library Association’s Newbery Medal “Remains a marvel: a sparkling, erudite, idiosyncratic tour through the human experience.... What a pageant this charming narrator continues to offer us!” —Wall Street Journal Winner of the first John Newberry Medal, Hendrik Willem van Loon’s The Story of Mankind, originally written for the author’s grandchildren, has charmed generations with its warmth and wisdom. Beginning with the origins of human life and sweeping forward...
Releasedatum: 2013-12-09 € 8,99
Discover the fun facts about the world and become a master of geography with this interactive trivia book from Jeopardy! champ and New York Times bestselling author Ken Jennings. With this Junior Genius Guide to maps and geography, you’ll become an expert and wow your friends and teachers with clever facts: Did you know that the biggest desert in the world is actually covered in snow? Or that Christopher Columbus wasn’t the first to think that the Earth was round? With great illustrations, c...
Releasedatum: 2014-02-04 € 11,99
Join Sir Tony Robinson and the Curiosity Crew as they gallop headlong through time, pointing out all the most important, funny, strange, amazing, smelly and disgusting bits! It’s history, but not as we know it! Read Tony Robinson's Weird World of Wonders: Inventions and find out everything you ever needed to know about the most brilliant things ever invented, from the truly world-changing: wheel, light-bulb, flushing toilet to the truly bonkers: radio hat, alarm-clock, bed, India-rubber boat c...
Releasedatum: 2013-03-14 € 0,99
This Ladybird Histories ebook all about the Tudors and Stuarts is perfect for children learning about this period of history at school. It includes famous kings and queens, how the Tudors and Stuarts lived and why the Great Fire of London destroyed so much of the city in 1666. Packed full of interesting and entertaining details that will delight all readers - from lifestyles, battles, and important people to the influence the past has played on the world around us today. Everything you need to k...
Releasedatum: 2013-07-04 € 6,99
This Ladybird Histories ebook all about Ancient Egypt is perfect for all children learning about Ancient Egypt and the Egyptians at school, including Ancient Egypt's kings and queens, how ancient Egyptians lived and why they believed in mummification and different Egyptian gods. Packed full of interesting and entertaining details that will delight all readers - from lifestyles, battles, and important characters to the influence the past has played on the world around us today. Everything you nee...
Releasedatum: 2013-07-04 € 6,99