arcturus children`s reference
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arcturus children`s reference
ARCTURUS CHILDREN’S REFERENCE Summer 2014 to Spring 2015 Arcturus Children’s Reference Summer 2014 to Spring 2015 This new Children’s Reference catalogue shows us, as ever, reaching for the stars in our quest for non-fiction excellence. New series blasting off this season include practical art projects such as Creating Comics and Ready, Set, Draw!, high-impact factual series such as BodyWorks and Dangerous Dinosaurs; and brainteasing fun in the form of Brain Games and Riddle Me This!. Animal Rescue and A Child’s Day In... provide fascinating insights into animal conservation and children’s daily lives around the world. History is strongly represented as always: Encounters with the Past features unique historical reconstruction photographs, while The Wild West represents new territory for the Arcturus list. This season also sees the launch of a major new children’s reference range, with How Your Body Works and The Dangerous Books of Dinosaurs leading the way. Please contact us for further information on any of the titles in our catalogue. We look forward to hearing from you. Roberta Bailey Managing Director, School Library Division CONTENTS New Titles .................................. 1 High Interest .............................. 22 Nature and Science ................... 28 Art, Drawing and Crafts ............. 37 Myths and Stories ...................... 45 History ...................................... 45 The World Today....................... 54 Learning .................................. 60 General Interest ........................ 63 RIGHTS ENQUIRIES: CHARLES COOPER SALES DIRECTOR Tel: +44 (0) 20 7407 9400 Email: [email protected] Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES DANGEROUS DINOSAURS FORMAT: 280x225 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 DINOSAUR DEFENDERS Dangerous Dinosaurs offers an exciting introduction to the story of the dinosaurs, from their early evolution to their extinction. Dramatic and eye-catching computer-rendered images – many of them new commissions created specially for this project – bring the prehistoric world to life. DINOSAUR RECORD-BREAKERS KILLER DINOSAURS www.arcturuspublishing.com FLYING MONSTERS 1 DINOSAURS AND THE PREHISTORIC WORLD SEA MONSTERS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES CREATING COMICS These beautifully illustrated books explore many different approaches to comic art and storytelling. They demonstrate effective ways of developing protagonists and plots; setting out pages; creating appealing splash panels and covers; and using the unique storytelling tools available to comic artists. FORMAT: 280x225 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 9-15 MOR MO M ORENO CCHH I ACC C C H I E RA RA DDAV DA AAVVI V I D BE BBELMO BEL EELLM LMO MON ONNTTE TE SEB SSE EB E B CA C CAMAGA AM A MA MAGA AG A GA G GAJ A AJEV AJ JEVA JE JEVA EVA VAC CREATING FANTASY COMICS LE O C LE CA A M P OS CREATING MANGA COMICS CREATING FUNNY COMICS AN THONY WILLIAMS W IILL L L IAMS NIGEL DDOOBBBYYN CREATING SCIENCE FICTION COMICS www.arcturuspublishing.com CREATING HORROR COMICS 2 CREATING SUPERHERO COMICS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES AMAZING ORIGAMI 2 FORMAT: 280x216mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 This follow-up to our popular Amazing Origami series is packed with fun and imaginative makes. Each new project is clearly explained in a step-by-step guide. The instructions are accompanied by a series of photographs, which are helpfully annotated with arrows and guidelines. ORIGAMI BUGS ORIGAMI ON THE MOVE www.arcturuspublishing.com ORIGAMI HOLIDAYS ORIGAMI PLANES 3 ORIGAMI MONSTERS ORIGAMI SPACE Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES BODYWORKS FORMAT: 280x225 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 This engaging and modern ‘owner’s manual’ to the human body uses photographs, cartoons and computer-rendered diagrams to explain clearly and effectively how its different parts work. This series is information-dense but easy to understand; it’s packed with jaw-dropping facts and eye-catching infographics. BUILDING A BODY LIFE SUPPORT www.arcturuspublishing.com DEFENSIVE ACTION READY FOR ACTION 4 FUELLING THE BODY TAKING CONTROL Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES ANIMAL RESCUE FORMAT: 280x216 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 Animal Rescue tells the stories of the real-life charities and NGOs involved in helping and protecting animals in need. Each book follows the ups and downs of the lives of the animals being cared for and the people looking after them. BAT HOSPITAL ORANG-UTAN ORPHANS www.arcturuspublishing.com CHIMP RESCUE PANDAS IN DANGER 5 ELEPHANT ORPHANS PENGUIN RESCUE Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES A CHILD’S DAY IN... Each book in this series follows a real child through a day in their life, from the moment that they get up to the moment that they go to bed. Extraordinary, specially commissioned photographs bring to life their homes and schools; the games they play; their chores and responsibilities; the food that they eat; and the way that they participate as members of a family and a wider community. FORMAT: 280x216 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 MY LIFE IN BRAZIL MY LIFE IN FRANCE MY LIFE IN INDIA ay MY LIFE IN INDONESIA www.arcturuspublishing.com ld’ MY LIFE IN JAMAICA 6 MY LIFE IN KENYA Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES DRAW IT! FORMAT: 290x250 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 Draw It! is the perfect series for youngsters who are keen to develop their artistic skills. Each book teaches readers to draw in a different style to suit a different subject matter, so there is something to appeal to every kid… whether they are lovers of all things pretty, or fans of all things gross! DRAW CUTE PICTURES DRAW HORRIBLE PICTURES DRAW MAGICAL PICTURES ) . + ) . + ) . + +!49ß*!#+3/. !499ß 9 *! *!# ! / DRAW PRETTY PICTURES www.arcturuspublishing.com 0! , '!-" % 0!5,ß'!-",% DRAW SCARY PICTURES 7 0! , '!-" % 0!5,ß'!-",% DRAW WEIRD PICTURES Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES READY, SET, DRAW! FORMAT: 280x216 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 This super-simple, step-by-step drawing series has an appealing, cleanlined cartoon style. Every project is set out in five or six clear, easy-tofollow steps. By building up simple lines and curves, kids can reproduce the finished artworks without difficulty. ANIMALS MANGA www.arcturuspublishing.com CREEPY CRAWLIES ROBOTS AND MONSTERS 8 FAIRIES AND PRINCESSES SUPER HEROES Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES BRAIN GAMES FORMAT: 270x220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 These fun and fiendish puzzle books will help young readers to develop their lateral and systematic thinking abilities. They make problem-solving fun and rewarding. Each book features 65 or more clever, engaging brain-teasers. The puzzles look and feel like games, and will offer hours of entertainment. LOGIC PUZZLES NUMBER PUZZLES PATTERN PUZZLES www.arcturuspublishing.com PICTURE PUZZLES 9 Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES CRAFT ATTACK! FORMAT: 280 x 216 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 Grab some paper, paint and PVA: it’s time to get creative! By following the clear and simple step-by-step instructions in this series, young readers will be able to create original, cute, fashionable and humorous homemade creations. JEWELLERY CRAFTS NATURE CRAFTS PRINTING CRAFTS RECYCLING CRAFTS www.arcturuspublishing.com 10 PAPER CRAFTS TEXTILE CRAFTS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES MONSTROUS MYTHS FORMAT: 280 x 216 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 Step into a world of heroes, monsters and death-defying deeds! These fully illustrated books retell traditional myths with an emphasis on scary and weird elements. The text style may be witty and irreverent, but the books are jam-packed with real facts about ancient cultures. TERRIBLE TALES OF AFRICA TERRIBLE TALES OF ANCIENT EGYPT TERRIBLE TALES OF ANCIENT ROME TERRIBLE TALES OF THE MIDDLE AGES www.arcturuspublishing.com 11 TERRIBLE TALES OF ANCIENT GREECE TERRIBLE TALES OF NATIVE A MERICA Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW NEW TITLES TITLES NEW TITLES REALLY HORRIBLE JOKES FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 7–11 This wacky, anarchic series taps into kids’ fascination with all things yucky. Each book features over 140 stinky, slimy, silly jokes. Readers will love to dip into this treasure trove of ickiness and share their new jokes with friends and family. Humorous cartoon illustrations feature throughout. REALLY HORRIBLE FACTS FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–12 REALLY HORRIBLE ANIMAL FACTS REALLY HORRIBLE ANIMAL JOKES REALLY HORRIBLE BODY JOKES REALLY HORRIBLE HISTORY JOKES REALLY HORRIBLE SCIENCE JOKES These fact-packed books tap into young readers’ natural fascination with the weird, the surprising and the gross. They are just oozing kid-appeal, but they are also packed with educational value. They draw together bizarre but brilliant information from the worlds of history, biology, chemistry and physics. REALLY HORRIBLE BODY FACTS www.arcturuspublishing.com REALLY HORRIBLE HISTORY FACTS 12 REALLY HORRIBLE SCIENCE FACTS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES ORIGAMI AND PAPERCRAFT FORMAT: 280 x 216 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 7–12 This fun and accessible introduction to the art of paper-folding features a mixture of ancient Japanese crafts and contemporary projects. The instructional text for each project is broken into bite-sized paragraphs, each of which is accompanied by a photograph. HOLIDAY PAPERCRAFT PAPER GIFTS www.arcturuspublishing.com PAPER BOXES PAPER MODELS 13 PAPER DECORATIONS PAPER TOYS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES ENCOUNTERS WITH THE PAST FORMAT: 280 x 216 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 ‘When a mysterious door appears, you step through...and find that you have travelled back in time!’ In this innovative series, the reader becomes the protagonist in an exciting cross-time adventure. As they explore the past, they will meet and interview a variety of different people – from servants and farmers, to priests and nobles. The story is brought to life by historical recreation photographs. MEET THE ANCIENT GREEKS MEET THE PIRATES www.arcturuspublishing.com MEET THE ANCIENT ROMANS MEET THE TUDORS 14 MEET THE MEDIEVAL FOLK MEET THE VIKINGS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES KEEPING SAFE FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 9 -12 As children grow into young adults, they become more responsible for their own decisions. They must negotiate dangers to their health and well-being from a variety of sources. These full-colour books give them guidance on how to make smart choices. ON THE STREET AROUND ALCOHOL, DRUGS AND CIGARETTES WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY ONLINE www.arcturuspublishing.com 15 Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES UNDER PRESSURE FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 10-14 Teens often find themselves under pressure from the bullying and discrimination they experience in their social interaction with peers. This series offers support and practical advice alongside contact details for organisations that offer help. HOW TO HANDLE BULLYING AND GANGS HOW TO HANDLE CYBERBULLYING HOW TO HANDLE DISCRIMINATION AND PREJUDICE HOW TO HANDLE LOW SELF-ESTEEM www.arcturuspublishing.com 16 Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES RIDDLE ME THIS! FORMAT: 254 x 197 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-11 Each Riddle Me This! book contains over 140 clever, funny and tricky riddles including brain teasers, logic puzzles, tongue-twisters and silly puns. Charming and humorous cartoon illustrations accompany the riddles, giving the books a fun and playful look. ANIMAL RIDDLES FARMYARD RIDDLES RIDDLES AT HOME RIDDLES AT SCHOOL www.arcturuspublishing.com 17 LUNCHTIME RIDDLES UNDERWATER RIDDLES Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES READY, SET, DRAW! FORMAT: 280 x 216 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 6–9 Ready, Set, Draw! is the perfect series for children who are first discovering a love of drawing. The step-by-step projects are specially designed to be easy for young readers. By building up simple lines and curves, they can reproduce the finished artworks without difficulty. ANIMALS MANGA www.arcturuspublishing.com CREEPY CRAWLIES ROBOTS AND MONSTERS 18 FAIRIES AND PRINCESSES SUPERHEROES Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES DRAW IT! FORMAT: 280 x 230 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 7–10 This step-by-step art series has something to appeal to every young artist… whether they are lovers of all things pretty, or fans of all things gross! Each clear, easy-to-follow book teaches readers to draw in a different style to suit a different subject matter. DRAW CUTE PICTURES DRAW PRETTY PICTURES www.arcturuspublishing.com DRAW HORRIBLE PICTURES DRAW SCARY PICTURES 19 DRAW MAGICAL PICTURES DR AW WEIRD PICTURES Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES THE WILD WEST FORMAT: 240 x 170 mm EXTENT: 64 pp INTEREST AGE: 14+ This is a fascinating and accessible introduction to the people and events of the great westward expansion, from the colonies of the American East to the unsettled lands of the Wild West. It presents the stories of those brave souls who opened up a new frontier; and the indigenous peoples whose way of life was forever changed. GUNSLINGERS AND COWBOYS NATIVE PEOPLES OUTLAWS AND REBELS TRAILBLAZING THE WAY WEST www.arcturuspublishing.com 20 Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES NEW TITLES HOW YOUR BODY WORKS FORMAT: 280 x 225 mm EXTENT: 128 pp INTEREST AGE: 7-12 This ‘owner’s manual’ to the human body explains how all its different parts work – from the hairs on your head to the tips of your toes. The book is information-dense but easy to understand; it’s packed with head-scratching facts and eye-catching infographics. THE DANGEROUS BOOK OF DINOSAURS FORMAT: 280 x 225 mm EXTENT: 128 pp INTEREST AGE: 7-12 Find out everything you need to know about dinosaurs in this action-packed guide to prehistoric life, which features extraordinary new CG images. The Dangerous Book of Dinosaurs offers an exciting introduction to the story of the dinosaurs, from their early evolution to their extinction. www.arcturuspublishing.com 21 Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES HIGH INTEREST GIRL TALK FORMAT: 238 x 185 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11–14 These friendly, fun and frank books reveal what readers can expect from their preteen and teen years. They’re packed with helpful, non-judgemental advice about how to handle issues such as online bullying, peer pressure and first dates. HOW TO SURVIVE HAVING A CRUSH HOW TO SURVIVE MEAN GIRLS HOW TO SURVIVE BEING DUMPED HOW TO SURVIVE DATING HOW TO SURVIVE ONLINE EMBARRASSMENT HOW TO SURVIVE ZITS AND BAD HAIR DAYS POP HISTORIES FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 10–14 Pop Histories is a heavily illustrated, magazine-style series that tells the story of music from the 50s to the present day. The authorial tone is engaging, entertaining and authoritative. Quotes from contemporary artists about their influences and inspirations give a sense of context and relevance to the great performers and innovators of the past. THE STORY OF PUNK AND INDIE THE STORY OF ROCK MUSIC www.arcturuspublishing.com 22 THE STORY OF HIP-HOP THE STORY OF POP MUSIC THE STORY OF SOUL AND R&B THE STORY OF TECHNO AND DANCE MUSIC Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES HIGH INTEREST FORMAT: : 254 x 197 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 7–12 These charming, fully illustrated joke books are a wonderfully entertaining read. The witty, modern cartoon illustrations bring out the full humour of the rib-tickling puns, barmy stories and surreal situations. Sean Connolly THE ANIMAL ANTICS JOKE BOOK Sean Connolly THE HYSTERICAL HISTORY JOKE BOOK Sean Connolly THE CRAZY COMPUTERS JOKE BOOK THE FUN ON THE FARM JOKE BOOK THE FUNNY FOOD JOKE BOOK THE MONSTER FUN JOKE BOOK THE OUTER SPACE JOKE BOOK Sean Connolly THE JOLLY JUNGLE JOKE BOOK Sean Connolly THE OUT TO SEA JOKE BOOK Sean Connolly THE SCHOOL’S COOL JOKE BOOK www.arcturuspublishing.com THE SILLY SAFARI JOKE BOOK 23 THE SILLY SPELLS JOKE BOOK Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES HIGH INTEREST MIRACULOUS MAGIC TRICKS FORMAT: 254 x 210 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 7–11 These how-to books teach readers the secrets of real magic tricks. The tricks are chosen for their accessibility, and are accompanied by charming, full-colour illustrations. Readers will love having the opportunity to amaze their friends and families with their ‘uncanny’ abilities and seemingly impossible stunts. Learning and performing these tricks will facilitate the development of close observation skills, lateral thinking and fine motor skills. NEW CARD MAGIC CLOSE-UP MAGIC NEW MAGICAL ESCAPES COIN MAGIC NEW MAGICAL ILLUSIONS COMEDY MAGIC NEW MENTAL MAGIC MIND MAGIC NEW NUMBER MAGIC NEW PAPER MAGIC www.arcturuspublishing.com PERFORMING MAGIC 24 TABLE MAGIC Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES HIGH INTEREST MEAN MACHINES NEW NEW FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–14 These high-impact, magazine-style books are packed full of information about the world’s fastest, biggest and meanest vehicles. Facts and stats are given in annotations, tables and feature boxes. The combination of short, punchy paragraphs and fan-like attention to technical detail gives these books a broad appeal to car, bike and technology fans across a range of ages. EXTREME SUPERCARS RACING SUPERCARS NEW SUPERBIKES SUPERBOATS SUPERCARS SUPERPLANES SUPERTRUCKS NEW SUPERCOPTERS www.arcturuspublishing.com 25 Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES HIGH INTEREST PARANORMAL FILES FORMAT: 230 x 165 mm EXTENT: 80 pp INTEREST AGE: 14 –18 This series explores the history, geography and psychology of paranormal phenomena. How might Bigfoot be related to Homo Sapiens? What was the original, secret purpose of the pyramids? The evidence for paranormal accounts, as presented by expert ‘believers’, is balanced by alternative, sceptical explanations. ATLANTIS AND OTHER LOST WORLDS BIGFOOT AND OTHER APE-MEN ALIEN ENCOUNTERS GHOSTS UFOs MYSTERY HUNTERS FORMAT: 254 x 197 mm EXTENT:EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 10 –14 What is the Yeti? Has more than one race of aliens visited Earth? Mystery Hunters explores the hidden stories behind unexplained, scary and weird phenomena – subjects that are of constant fascination to young readers. The series also examines the evidence behind these myths, in dedicated feature boxes. Should we really believe in paranormal happenings? What other explanations might there be? ALIENS AND UFOS ATLANTIS AND OTHER LOST WORLDS BIGFOOT AND OTHER MONSTERS www.arcturuspublishing.com HAUNTINGS 26 THE WORLD’S STRANGEST UNEXPLAINED MYSTERIES Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES HIGH INTEREST FIND YOUR TALENT FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 Find Your Talent gives young people all the advice they need to take their first steps in aspirational fields such as film-making and songwriting. The no-nonsense text demystifies apparently difficult techniques and gives plenty of tips and tricks about how to achieve fantastic results. These books feature large and striking photographs throughout, and inspirational stories about how famous actors, artists, singers and film-makers started out. MAKE A PODCAST! PREHISTORIC SAFARI FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-14 FLYING MONSTERS START A BAND! MAKE A FILM! MAKE AN ANIMATION! START A BLOG! TAKE GREAT PHOTOS! This dynamic, lavishly illustrated series plunges you into the world of dinosaurs as living, breathing animals. The reader plays the part of protagonist as they set out on an adventure, exploring a hidden world of dinosaurs. Features on each spread cover different aspects of prehistoric life, with data boxes giving detailed information about individual species. GIANT DINOSAURS www.arcturuspublishing.com KILLER DINOSAURS 27 SEA MONSTERS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW NATURE TITLES AND SCIENCE IF YOU WERE... FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–12 What do pets and wild animals think and feel? This series shows readers what the world is like from an animal’s point of view. Each book covers subjects such as senses, emotional states, verbal communication, body language and hunting. IF YOU WERE A DOLPHIN IF YOU WERE A HORSE IF YOU WERE A CAT IF YOU WERE A DOG IF YOU WERE A SHARK IF YOU WERE A SNAKE DO PLANTS REALLY EAT INSECTS? DOES IT REALLY RAIN FROGS? WHY DO ICE CUBES FLOAT? WHY DO ZEBRAS HAVE STRIPES? SCIENCE F.A.Q. FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 7– 9 With Science F.A.Q., readers can discover the eye-opening answers to all sorts of fun questions, such as ‘Why do bees dance?’ or ‘Why does pepper make you sneeze?’ The Q&A format is brilliantly engaging: anyone who picks up one of these books will find them hard to put down! Each looselythemed spread features three or four questions and answers, accompanied by large, appealing images and a colourful, quirky design. WHAT MAKES YOU HICCUP? WHY ARE BL ACK HOLES BLACK? www.arcturuspublishing.com 28 Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW NATURE TITLES BIG BANG SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8 –12 AND SCIENCE Every book in this fun-filled series is packed with experiments that kids can perform at home. The steps for each experiment are accompanied by photographs, and each experiment is followed by a clear explanation of how it works. The books also feature large, striking images of scientific phenomena. BRIGHT IDEAS MATERIAL WORLD HOT STUFF IT’S ALIVE PUSH AND PULL SUPER SONIC THE HISTORY OF SCIENCE FORMAT: 228 x 163 mm EXTENT: 208 pp INTEREST AGE: 14–18 These full-colour books follow the story of science from the earliest societies to the current day, revealing the entrancing appeal of the secrets that underpin our universe. Author Anne Rooney explains complex ideas in clear, easy-to-understand terms. www.arcturuspublishing.com THE HISTORY OF MATHEMATICS 29 THE HISTORY OF MEDICINE THE HISTORY OF PHYSICS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW NATURE TITLES AND SCIENCE ANIMAL ATTACK FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 208 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 The Animal Attack series looks in colourful close-up at nature’s fiercest creatures. Each book focuses on a different family of predators,exploring how these ferocious animals live, hunt and kill. Each spread showcases large, dramatic photos of these savage beasts in action. The text is broken into short paragraphs and clear, simple captions. KILLER CROCODILES KILLER SHARKS KILLER BEARS KILLER CATS KILLER SNAKES KILLER SPIDERS REALLY WEIRD ANIMALS FORMAT: 265 x 210 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 BEETLES BIRDS BUTTERFLIES AND MOTHS FISH www.arcturuspublishing.com Discover the fascinating hidden world of the planet’s most peculiar creatures – such as beetles that squirt boiling caustic liquids; lizards that can run across the surface of water; and caterpillars that can disguise themselves as snakes. These books feature a striking design, lavish photography, punchy text and high-impact facts and figures. SNAKES AND LIZARDS 30 SPIDERS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW NATURE TITLES AND SCIENCE BREAKTHROUGHS IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY FORMAT: 265 x 210 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 10–14 WHO DISCOVERED DNA? WHO DISCOVERED NATURAL SELECTION? WHO INVENTED THE COMPUTER? WHO INVENTED THE MOTOR CAR? This series looks at six ground-breaking inventions and discoveries that have transformed the way we live. It explores the historical steps leading up to major breakthroughs, as well as potential future developments. Mini-biographies give insights into the lives of scientists and engineers. WHO INVENTED THE PERIODIC TABLE? WHO SPLIT THE ATOM? EXPERIMENTS WITH ELECTRICITY AND MAGNETISM EXPERIMENTS WITH FORCES SCIENCE LAB FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 An accessible way for children to get into science. The books encourage their natural curiosity through fun, practical experiments, so they’ll be learning without even knowing it! All of the titles in the series reinforce aspects of science that children will encounter at school. Step-by-step photographs bring great clarity to the experiments. EXPERIMENTS WITH HEAT EXPERIMENTS WITH LIGHT AND SOUND www.arcturuspublishing.com EXPERIMENTS WITH MATERIALS 31 EXPERIMENTS WITH PLANTS AND OTHER LIVING THINGS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW NATURE TITLES EYEWITNESS DISASTER FORMAT: 265 x 210 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 7–12 AND SCIENCE This engaging series tells the story of natural disasters through the first-hand accounts of survivors and rescuers. Direct quotes and candid photographs give readers a personal view of what it is like to be caught up in a natural disaster. Each book also looks at the causes of these events and gives advice on how to prepare for future disasters. EARTHQUAKES! FLOODS! HURRICANES! SCIENCE SECRETS FORMAT: 255 x 204 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 7–11 STORMS! TSUNAMIS! VOLCANOES! Enter the exciting world of science and uncover some of its mysteries in this fun and vibrant series. Each Science Secrets title holds the surprising answers to all sorts of questions about a top science topic. Hands-on experiments, with simple steps and clear illustrations, allow readers to turn scientist – and test out key ideas for themselves. SECRETS OF ANIMAL LIFE CYCLES 32 SECRETS OF FLIGHT SECRETS OF HABITATS www.arcturuspublishing.com SECRETS OF HEAT AND COLD 32 SECRETS OF LIGHT SECRETS OF POLLUTION AND CONSERVATION Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW NATURE TITLES NATURE’S FURY FORMAT: 270 X 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–12 AND SCIENCE This series looks at natural disasters, their causes, and their effects on people and landscapes. It examines the science behind them, with clear explanations and labelled diagrams showing how they begin and why they are so devastating. Aerial and satellite photos from the NASA Visible Earth archive show their impact with stark clarity. EARTHQUAKE! FLOOD! FOREST FIRE! OUR ANGRY PLANET FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–12 HURRICANE! TSUNAMI! VOLCANO! This differentiated text edition of Nature’s Fury allows less able readers to participate in text at a digestible level and take advantage of the same illustrative content as those reading at grade. EARTHQUAKES FLOODS FOREST FIRES www.arcturuspublishing.com HURRICANES 33 TSUNAMIS VOLCANOES Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW NATURE TITLES AND SCIENCE UP CLOSE FORMAT: 2280 x 215 mm EXTENT: 24 pp INTEREST AGE: 7-14 Eighteen high-interest topics are brought to vivid life through full-colour photographs combined with ‘bite-sized’ amounts of text. From the feeding habits of sharks, to the mummy-makers of ancient Egypt; from the lost world of the dinosaurs to a myriad of unseen mini-beasts – these books are full of wonder, enjoyment and learning. BIG CATS DINOSAURS GIANT DINOSAURS HUMAN BODY KILLER PREDATORS KILLER SPIDERS MICRO BUGS MONSTER TRUCKS MUMMIES PIRATES RAINFOREST REPTILES SEA MONSTERS SHARKS SNAKES SPACE SPEED MACHINES T. REX www.arcturuspublishing.com 34 Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW NATURE TITLES AND SCIENCE THE IMPACT OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY SOLVE IT WITH SCIENCE FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–12 FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 In this series, young people can see how forensic scientific techniques have been applied to real-life crimes to help solve them. There are eight case studies in each title. Each one starts with a description of the crime before moving on to describe attempts by scientists to solve it. Sidebars explain in more detail the scientific techniques involved. This series looks at how science and technology have transformed the way we live. It examines both the positive and the negative impacts of these developments on the environment, society, health and the economy. FRAUDS AND COUNTERFEITS GUN CRIMES COMMUNICATIONS CRIME FIGHTING KIDNAPS POISONINGS ENERGY SOURCES HEALTH AND MEDICINE ROBBERIES AND HEISTS VIOLENT CRIMES SPACE EXPLORATION TRANSPORT ROBBERIES AND HEISTS VIOLENT CRIMES SPACE EXPLORATION TRANSPORT www.arcturuspublishing.com 35 Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW NATURE TITLES AND SCIENCE THE HUMAN BODY IN FOCUS FORMAT: 270 X 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 10-14 Our bodies are incredible machines. This series looks at the different systems of the human body, explaining how we live, eat, breathe, move, think and reproduce. ‘Q&A’ panels pose questions such as ‘What are hiccups?’ and ‘Why do muscles ache after exercise?’ HOW THE BRAIN WORKS HOW THE HEART WORKS HOW WE DIGEST FOOD HOW WE GROW AND REPRODUCE HOW WE BREATHE HOW WE MOVE CUTTING EDGE MEDICINE These books engage the reader’s interest with exciting FORMAT: 254 x 197 mm EXTENT: 64 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 GENETICS IN MEDICINE stories of medical innovation and explanations of the science involved. They look at the very latest advances in the field of medicine, the developments, discoveries and inventions that lie behind new techniques, and the pioneering personalities in each field. IN VITRO FERTILIZATION www.arcturuspublishing.com MACHINES IN MEDICINE 36 FIGHTING INFECTIOUS DISEASES ORGAN TRANSPLANTS SEEING INSIDE THE BODY Arcturus Children’s Reference ART, DRAWING AND CRAFTS HOW TO DRAW ANIMALS FORMAT: 280 x 225 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–14 This how-to series is perfect for budding artists and animal fans alike! Children can learn to draw a wide range of different animals in each beautifully illustrated book. The step-by-step guides are clear and easy to follow, and will enable readers to produce fantastic illustrations of their own. The animals, such as tigers and dolphins, are chosen for their popularity with young readers. HOW TO DRAW BUTTERFLIES AND OTHER INSECTS HOW TO DRAW CATS AND DOGS AND OTHER PETS HOW TO DRAW CROCODILES AND OTHER REPTILES HOW TO DRAW DOLPHINS AND OTHER SEA CREATURES HOW TO DRAW HORSES AND PONIES HOW TO DRAW TIGERS AND OTHER BIG CATS www.arcturuspublishing.com 37 Arcturus Children’s Reference ART, DRAWING AND CRAFTS CREATIVE FASHION DRAWING AMAZING ORIGAMI FORMAT: 280 x 216 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–12 FORMAT: 297 x 210 mm EXTENT: 64 pp INTEREST AGE: 14+ Amazing Origami is a practical and fun introduction to the traditional Japanese art of paper-folding. Each project is clearly explained in a step-by-step guide. The instructions are accompanied by a series of photographs, which are helpfully annotated with arrows and guidelines. These fun, easy-to-follow projects will give readers a real sense of pride and achievement. Inspirational yet practical, this stylish book reveals what it takes to become a top fashion illustrator. DIGITAL ART ORIGAMI BIRDS AND BUTTERFILES ORIGAMI DINOSAURS FORMAT: 297 x 210mm EXTENT: 64 pp INTEREST AGE: 14+ This full-colour illustrated guide shows readers how to create their own digital art using major software packages, in particular Photoshop and Corel Painter. ORIGAMI FARM ANIMALS ORIGAMI PETS ORIGAMI WILD ANIMALS ORIGAMI SEA CREATURES THE FUNDAMENTALS OF OIL PAINTING FORMAT: 280 x 225 mm EXTENT: 64 pp INTEREST AGE: 14+ www.arcturuspublishing.com 38 This beginner’s guide to painting in oils covers materials, techniques, and the main subject areas popular with artists. Arcturus Children’s Reference ART, DRAWING AND CRAFTS EVERYONE CAN DRAW FORMAT: 280 x 225 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 7–10 This series teaches readers a wide variety of art techniques, from watercolour painting to pencil-and-ink artwork; from realistic styles to funny cartoons and caricatures. Throughout, readers will discover all sorts of useful tips that will help them improve their skills. These books are great drawing references for readers of different abilities: simple enough for those who struggle with art, but varied enough in activities and techniques to stretch the most talented young people. FANTASY FIGURES GREAT DRAWING STEP-BY-STEP FORMAT: 280 x 225 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 12-16 DRAWING ANIMALS MONSTERS ANIMALS PEOPLE DINOSAURS SPEED MACHINES Each title in this full-colour series is a guide to a different type of artwork. Professional artists Peter Gray and Barrington Barber share the secrets of their craft in clear, non-technical language. Each book covers basic techniques as well as more advanced concepts, such as rendering methods and anatomy. Every new point made in the text is demonstrated by a high-quality illustration. DRAWING CARICATURES www.arcturuspublishing.com DRAWING MANGA 39 DRAWING PORTRAITS Arcturus Children’s Reference ART, DRAWING AND CRAFTS HOW TO DRAW YOUR OWN GRAPHIC NOVEL CREATING THE COVER FOR YOUR GRAPHIC NOVEL FORMAT: 280 x 225 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 9-14 This series covers everything you need to know to produce your own graphic novels. Each book focuses on different part of the comic art process: from creating characters, to the techniques of storytelling in sequential art, to tips and tricks on designing a great cover. Frank Lee’s dynamic illustrations and step-by-step instructions will have readers creating their own amazing artworks in no time. DRAWING ACTION IN YOUR GRAPHIC NOVEL DRAWING IS FUN FORMAT: 297 x 210 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 6-10 DRAWING THE HEROES IN YOUR GRAPHIC NOVEL DRAWING THE VILLAINS IN YOUR GRAPHIC NOVEL PENCILLING, INKING AND COLOURING YOUR GRAPHIC NOVEL TELLING THE STORY IN YOUR GRAPHIC NOVEL These innovative how-to-draw books combine step-by-step guides to drawing with real photographs of people, animals and objects. Each project begins with an annotated photograph (or computer-rendered illustration) of an object. By encouraging readers’ observational skills, this series will help to nurture their budding artistic abilities. DRAWING CREEPY CRAWLIES DRAWING DINOSAURS DRAWING FANTASY FIGURES DRAWING MANGA DRAWING PETS AND FARM ANIMALS DRAWING SEA CREATURES DRAWING SPEED MACHINES DRAWING SPORTS FIGURES DRAWING VEHICLES DRAWING WILD ANIMALS www.arcturuspublishing.com 40 Arcturus Children’s Reference ART, DRAWING AND CRAFTS DRAWING DINOSAURS FORMAT: 297 x 210 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–14 A fascinating how-to series for young dinosaur fans, with clear explanations and simple step-by-step illustrations throughout. With professional illustrator Steve Beaumont’s expert help, readers will soon be able to bring to life creatures such as the fearsome Tyrannosaurus rex, the soaring Pteranodon and the towering Diplodocus. DRAWING PTERANODON DRAWING GIGANOTOSAURUS DRAWING T. REX DRAWING TRICERATOPS DRAWING PLESIOSAURUS DRAWING DIPLODOCUS THE ART OF DRAWING AND CREATING MANGA FORMAT: 280 x 215 mm EXTENT: 128 pp INTEREST AGE: 12+ ACTION Designed for novice to intermediate illustrators, these books cover everything the budding manga artist needs, from choosing materials to creating your own exciting and innovative characters. ADVANCED TECHNIQUES www.arcturuspublishing.com MECHAS AND MONSTERS 41 WOMEN Arcturus Children’s Reference ART, DRAWING AND CRAFTS DRAWING LEGENDARY MONSTERS DRAWING DRAGONS AND OTHER COLDBLOODED CREATURES FORMAT: 280 x 225 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–14 In this fantastic series, illustrator Steve Beaumont shows how to create striking artworks of creatures from myth and legend. The process of illustration, inking and colouring is divided into clear, easy-to-follow steps. Each book also features bonus masterclass pages where readers will discover the secrets of putting finishing touches to their extraordinary creations. DRAWING GRIFFINS AND OTHER WINGED WONDERS DRAWING KRAKEN AND OTHER SEA MONSTERS DRAWING BEASTLY BEINGS DRAWING MINOTAUR AND OTHER DEMI-HUMANS DRAWING UNICORNS AND OTHER MYTHICAL BEASTS DRAWING WEREWOLVES AND OTHER GOTHIC GHOULS YOU CAN DRAW FANTASY FIGURES FORMAT: 280 x 225 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8 –14 These creative, high-interest books are a must for fantasy fans and budding artists everywhere. Professional fantasy artist Steve Sims guides readers step by step through the creative process. With his expert help, they will soon be able to bring to life brave warriors, fearsome monsters and powerful kings and queens! DRAWING DUNGEON CREATURES DRAWING HEROIC WARRIORS www.arcturuspublishing.com DRAWING MAGICAL BEINGS 42 DRAWING MIGHTY RULERS DRAWING WICKED TYRANTS Arcturus Children’s Reference ART, DRAWING AND CRAFTS DRESSING UP FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 24 pp INTEREST AGE: 5-10 These appealing and accessible activity books give children the chance to transform themselves into their favourite playtime characters. Readers can create high-quality costume elements, imaginative props, and even companion creatures. Each book is illustrated throughout with clear, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and photographs of real children enjoying themselves in colourful and imaginative costumes. DRESSING UP AS A KNIGHT MAKE YOUR OWN ART FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-14 CARD MAKING DRESSING UP AS A PIRATE DRESSING UP AS AN ASTRONAUT DRESSING UP AS A FAIRY DRESSING UP AS A PRINCESS DRESSING UP AS A ROBOT Each book in this lively set contains 10–12 imaginative, easy-to-follow projects. These are divided up into simple steps, with each step accompanied by a photo. At the start of each project is an illustrated list of materials and equipment required, along with safety and cleanliness tips. Alternative ideas are suggested using the same techniques, encouraging readers to develop their own creations and ideas. COLLAGE CLAY MODELLING DRAWING ALSO AVAILABLE: ECO-CRAFTS MAKING MASKS www.arcturuspublishing.com 43 MAKING MOSAICS PAINTING MAKING PUPPETS PAPER FOLDING ORIGAMI PAPIER-MACHE Arcturus Children’s Reference ART, DRAWING AND CRAFTS HOW TO DRAW FANTASY ART FORMAT: 270 X 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 10–14 The perfect how-to series for young fantasy artists. The lively design is illustration-led, with all the basic techniques conveyed through clear, inspirational drawings. These are accompanied by concise, easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions, guiding children through every stage of drawing their own fantastic fantasy characters. MAGICAL KINGS AND QUEENS ORCS, ELVES AND DWARVES SUPERHEROES DRAGONS WARRIORS WITCHES AND WIZARDS HOW TO DRAW MANGA FORMAT: 270 X 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-16 ANIMALS FEMALE ACTION FIGURES HEROES AND VILLAINS www.arcturuspublishing.com Simple, step-by-step guides to creating authentic-looking manga characters. The reader is guided through the process of creating manga drawings with simple, step-by-step instructions. Advice is given on materials and equipment, as well as basic techniques relating to composition, proportion, sketching, inking and colouring. MALE ACTION FIGURES 44 MONSTERS ROBOTS Arcturus Children’s Reference MYTHS AND STORIES WORLD OF FAIRY TALES FORMAT: 285 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 6-10 This series showcases all the best-loved traditional stories for children. Featuring the works of great storytellers such as Hans Christian Andersen and the Brothers Grimm, these books are sumptuously illustrated, with colour pictures on every page. HANSEL AND GRETEL AND THE PIED PIPER OF HAMELIN THE LITTLE MERMAID AND THE PRINCESS AND THE PEA BEAUTY AND THE BEAST AND JACK AND THE BEANSTALK CINDERELLA AND ALADDIN SLEEPING BEAUTY AND SNOW WHITE AND THE SEVEN DWARVES THE THREE LITTLE PIGS AND RED RIDING HOOD GRIMM’S FAIRY TALES TREASURY OF FAIRY TALES CLASSIC FAIRY TALES FORMAT: 285 x 220 mm EXTENT: 128 pp INTEREST AGE: 4+ FORMAT: 285 x 220 mm EXTENT: 352 pp NTEREST AGE: 4+ FORMAT: 215 x 285 mm EXTENT: 192 pp INTEREST AGE: 4+ www.arcturuspublishing.com 45 Arcturus Children’s Reference MYTHS AND STORIES STORIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD FORMAT: 270 X 220 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 AFRICAN MYTHS Each title in this beautifully illustrated series contains a collection of myths from a different part of the world. The books start with a map, and each includes a Who’s Who of characters featuring in the stories. ALSO AVAILABLE: NATIVE AMERICAN MYTHS CHINESE MYTHS EGYPTIAN MYTHS GREEK MYTHS ROMAN MYTHS NURSERY RHYMES FORMAT: 295 x 225 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 6-8 Favourite rhymes, for reading alone or out loud in a group, are here brought to life with fresh new illustrations. Each book contains information about the origins of the rhymes, and explains that many of them have differing versions, and some refer to events from history. HEY, DIDDLE, DIDDLE LITTLE MISS MUFFET ITSY BITSY SPIDER MARY HAD A LITTLE LAMB www.arcturuspublishing.com WEE WILLIE WINKIE 46 YANKEE DOODLE Arcturus Children’s Reference HISTORY GREATEST WARRIORS FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–14 Greatest Warriors applies an image-led, facts and stats-heavy approach to the subject of history’s most impressive fighters. Text paragraphs are short and punchy, and high-quality historical recreation photography is featured throughout. The subjects covered include training, weapons, armour, battle tactics, fighting styles, commanders, allies and enemies. GLADIATORS GREEK SOLDIERS KNIGHTS PIRATES ROMAN SOLDIERS VIKINGS www.arcturuspublishing.com 47 Arcturus Children’s Reference HISTORY KNIGHTS AND CASTLES FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 BUILDING A CASTLE What was it like to be a castle resident in the Middle Ages? This series explores how knights lived, what their training involved, and the rules of chivalry that governed their behaviour. It also delves into the lives of nobles and servants in the castle. Extensive use of re-enactment photographs helps to bring the medieval world to life. CASTLE LIFE KNIGHTS SIEGE GREAT PEOPLE IN HISTORY FORMAT: 297 x 210 mm EXTENT: 128 pp INTEREST AGE: 14–18 This engaging and informative series gives an excellent overview of the history of art, politics, science, maths and philosophy. Each book is divided into a series of clear and concise biographies of the most important figures in a given field. It uncovers their private and professional lives, their influences and their legacies RAYMOND FLOOD AND ROBIN WILSON GREAT MATHEMATICIANS JEREMY STANGROOM AND JAMES GARVEY BRIAN MOONEY GREAT ARTISTS GREAT LEADERS JOHN FARNDON, ALEX WOOLF, ANNE ROONEY, AND LIZ GOGERLY GREAT PHILOSOPHERS www.arcturuspublishing.com CHARLOTTE GERLINGS GREAT SCIENTISTS 48 NIGEL CAWTHORNE NOTORIOUS TYRANTS Arcturus Children’s Reference HISTORY VIRTUAL HISTORY TOURS FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8–13 LOOK AROUND AN EGYPTIAN TOMB These innovative books take the idea of a ‘virtual tour’ of a famous monument or building, and use this as a way into the study of the history of the period. Readers can move from room to room in much the same way as they would navigate a website. Artwork recreates how buildings and artefacts were actually used. LOOK AROUND A GREEK TEMPLE LOOK AROUND A MEDIEVAL CASTLE LOOK AROUND A ROMAN AMPHITHEATRE LOOK AROUND A SHAKESPEAREAN THEATRE LOOK AROUND A ROMAN VILLA PICTURING THE PAST FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 10-14 An exciting and unique new way of looking at the past that shows in simple graphic terms how ancient buildings and objects were actually used. Readers can see on the same page a photo of how a place looks now and an artwork showing how it looked then. EGYPT www.arcturuspublishing.com GREECE 49 ROME Arcturus Children’s Reference HISTORY RICH AND POOR FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 10-14 ANCIENT EGYPT This series looks at social history by comparing the lives of rich and poor people. The experiences of the rich – a Greek aristocrat, a Roman senator, an Egyptian pharaoh, a medieval knight – are contrasted with those of the poor: a Greek slave, a Roman gladiator, an Egyptian farmer, a medieval peasant. ANCIENT GREECE ANCIENT ROME MEDIEVAL WORLD MESOPOTAMIA CASTLES CATHEDRALS AND THE CHURCH FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 These attractive books bring the medieval world to life, showing how people lived, worked, ate, dressed, fought and died. Illustrated with contemporary paintings and manuscript illuminations, they also feature colourful artwork reconstructions, such as a castle under seige, a medieval feast and knights jousting at a tournament. Medieval World SEAN SHEEHAN CASTLES HEALTH MEDICINE AND SAVIOUR PIROTTA Medieval World HEALTH AND MEDICINE KATHY ELGIN Medieval World FIONA MACDONALD KNIGHTS AND CHIVALRY www.arcturuspublishing.com TOWN LIFE 50 Medieval World CATHEDRALS AND THE CHURCH TOWN LIFE KNIGHTS CHIVALRY AND PATRICIA LEVY Medieval World WARFARE WEAPONS AND CHRISTOPHER GRAVETT Medieval World WARFARE AND WEAPONS Arcturus Children’s Reference HISTORY SECRET HISTORY THE COLD WAR FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 This high-interest series, aimed at reluctant readers, looks at the secret campaigns and projects that were developed and executed by all sides during the major conflicts of the past100 years, and which the public at large were almost entirely unaware of. It assesses the impact of these activities on the course of these wars. Biographical sidebars focus on the often heroic or notorious personalities involved in these operations. CONFLICT IN THE MIDDLE EAST THE IRAQ WAR THE WAR ON TERROR WORLD WAR I WORLD WAR II A PLACE IN HISTORY FORMAT: 254 x 197 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 AUSCHWITZ This series looks at some of the most famous and iconic sites from the 20th and 21st centuries. Each book looks at a different site and explores the part it played in modern history. In each case the site also acts as a ‘jumping off point’ for a wider discussion of a key topic in modern history. THE BERLIN WALL HIROSHIMA www.arcturuspublishing.com THE NORMANDY BEACHES 51 PEARL HARBOR THE TWIN TOWERS Arcturus Children’s Reference HISTORY MOMENTS IN HISTORY FORMAT: 240 x 170 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 This series provides a straightforward guide to some of the most decisive and iconic moments in modern history, and explores the question of why those events occurred. Each book features primary source material including speeches, letters, diaries and other written evidence. Contemporary photographs offer visual evidence of the event, and give clues as to why events unfolded as they did. WHY DID THE HOLOCAUST HAPPEN? WHY DID THE RISE OF NAZISM HAPPEN? WHY DID THE COLD WAR HAPPEN? WHY DID WORLD WAR I HAPPEN? WHY DID THE GREAT DEPRESSION HAPPEN? WHY DID WORLD WAR II HAPPEN? WHY DID HIROSHIMA HAPPEN? WHY DID VIETNAM HAPPEN? TIMELINES FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 THE ARAB–ISRAELI CONFLICT THE STRUGGLE AGAINST APARTHEID Key moments that changed the course of major wars of the 20th and early 21st centuries are here presented as extended timelines. Landmark dates are used as a starting point to explore the context of the event, its causes and consequences. Brief biographies of key characters are a feature of these books. THE CIVIL RIGHTS MOVEMENT THE WAR IN AFGHANISTAN www.arcturuspublishing.com THE COLD WAR THE HOLOCAUST THE IRAQ WAR THE WAR ON TERROR WORLD WAR I WORLD WAR II 52 Arcturus Children’s Reference HISTORY ATLAS OF CONFLICTS FORMAT: 267 x 216 mm EXTENT: 64 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 Pictorial reference books packed with information on the great conflicts of the 20th century, these highly focussed atlases are full of useful facts, statistics and detailed maps illustrating strategies, fronts and battles. ATLAS OF 20TH CENTURY WARFARE FORMAT: 267 x 216 mm EXTENT: 352 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 This book explores the many important conflicts of the twentienth century, and how they have shaped the world. D-DAY FORMAT: 267 x 216 mm EXTENT: 64 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 THE ARAB-ISRAELI CONFLICT THE KOREAN WAR D-Day tells the dramatic story of one of the largest and most meticulously organised sea-borne invasions in the history of warfare, from the intelligence operations prior to the actual attack to the story of the British, Canadian and US troops who crossed the Channel in assault craft and fought their way up the Normandy beaches. DATES OF A DECADE FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 10-14 THE VIETNAM WAR WORLD WAR I In this series covering important decades of the 20th century, each title looks at key dates in that decade as a means of exploring the major themes and events in world history during those ten years. Readers will enjoy learning about the momentous events that changed the course of history. THE 1950s WORLD WAR II: EUROPE THE 1960s WORLD WAR II: THE PACIFIC THE 1970s THE 1980s www.arcturuspublishing.com 53 THE 1990s Arcturus Children’s Reference THE WORLD TODAY NEW TITLES A WORLD OF FOOD FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-14 Set off on a voyage of culinary discovery, exploring the food culture of eight different parts of the world. Learn all about the climate, history, religion and culture of each region, and how they have influenced the local cuisine. Each book contains three recipes with clear, step-by-step instructions, so you can try cooking up some popular dishes for yourself. Bon appétit FRANCE CHANGING WORLD FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 AFGHANISTAN IRAQ INDIA ITALY THE CARIBBEAN CHINA MEXICO NIGERIA LEBANON Packed with facts and insights, this series looks at countries in a state of political or economic change, and examines the reasons for that change. The pros and cons are explored in detail – social upheaval, political conflicts and deteriorating security versus economic growth, increased social and economic freedoms, higher standards of living and better links with the outside world. BRAZIL CHINA INDIA IRAN ISRAEL KENYA PAKISTAN RUSSIA www.arcturuspublishing.com 54 Arcturus Children’s Reference THE WORLD TODAY NEW TITLES BOTH SIDES OF THE STORY FORMAT: 254 x 197 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-16 To understand any controversial issue, you need to engage with both sides of the debate. Each book in this series looks at a hot topic in the modern world. The text explains the facts of the issue, its history and current status, and describes the views of the protagonists of both sides. Alongside the text, quotations give both sides of the argument. CLONING AND GENETIC ENGINEERING DEATH PENALTY ANIMAL RIGHTS THE ARAB-ISRAELI CONFLICT THE ETHICS OF WAR EUTHANASIA CATASTROPHE! FORMAT: 254 x 197 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 9-14 This series tells the story of history’s most incredible natural and man-made disasters, from the eruption of Pompeii in 79 AD through to present day plane crashes. It describes in vivid detail the experiences of the people involved, and explores the wider impact of disasters on communities and the environment. AIR DISASTERS EARTHQUAKE DISASTERS HURRICANE DISASTERS SHIPWRECK DISASTERS www.arcturuspublishing.com TSUNAMI DISASTERS 55 VOLCANO DISASTERS Arcturus Children’s Reference THE WORLD TODAY NEW TITLES OUR ENVIRONMENT: WHAT IF WE DO NOTHING? FORMAT: 265 x 230 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 10–14 This new version of What If We Do Nothing? features dual-level, hi-lo text and a vibrant new design. It enables less confident readers to engage with essential conservation concepts at a digestible level. This new treatment also showcases many additional colour photographs. Carol Ballard Sean Sheehan ENDANGERED SPECIES Joseph Harris NUCLEAR PROLIFERATION Cath Senker Christiane Dorion Ewan McLeish OVERCROWDED WORLD FOOD SAFETY POLLUTION POVERTY Jacqueline Laks Gorman FOSSIL FUELS Neil Morris GLOBAL WARMING Christiane Dorion WASTE DISPOSAL Rob Bowden WATER SUPPLY WHAT IF WE DO NOTHING? FORMAT: 267 x 216 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-14 Designed to encourage debate, each book suggests scenarios from the year 2025 – a time not too far in the future when young readers will be adults – giving an impression of what the world would be like if we did nothing about the most relevant social issues and problems of today. AIDS AND OTHER EPIDEMICS DRUG TRAFFICKING ENDANGERED SPECIES FOOD SAFETY FOSSIL FUELS GLOBAL WARMING NUCLEAR PROLIFERATION OVERCROWDED WORLD OBESITY POLLUTION POVERTY RAINFOREST DESTRUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL WATER SUPPLY www.arcturuspublishing.com 56 Arcturus Children’s Reference THE WORLD TODAY NEW TITLES EMERGENCY! FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 8-12 CHEMICAL ACCIDENT FIRE DISASTER The Emergency! series looks at how and why disasters happen and the damage they do to people, communities, animals and the environment. Each book looks in detail at the emergency response to one specific kind of disaster – aid and rescue efforts, medical care and rehabilitation, environmental clean-ups and long-term repair and rebuilding. EARTHQUAKE NUCLEAR ACCIDENT OIL DISASTER PLANE CRASH ENDANGERED SPECIES GLOBAL WARMING POVERTY AND HUNGER RAINFOREST DESTRUCTION MAPPING GLOBAL ISSUES FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11+ A series that explores the major challenges and threats that confront the world today through maps, statistics and photos. Maps are used to reveal the impact of our exploitation of the planet’s natural resources; movements of peoples; habitat destruction; the spread of disease; and how the world divides between rich and poor. IMMIGRANTS AND REFUGEES INFECTIOUS DISEASES www.arcturuspublishing.com 57 Arcturus Children’s Reference THE WORLD TODAY NEW TITLES REAL-LIFE HEROES STORIES OF ASYLUM SEEKERS FORMAT: 254 x 197 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 10-14 This sensitive and inspirational series looks at true stories of courage and heroism in the face of persecution, disaster, addiction and disease. Each book contains 10 or more true stories about young people, along with fact boxes giving background information. This series offers a dramatic way in to key topics in the History, Geography and Citizenship curriculums for Key Stage 3. STORIES ABOUT SURVIVING CANCER STORIES ABOUT SURVIVING DRUG ADDICTION STORIES ABOUT SURVIVING GANGS AND BULLYING STORIES ABOUT SURVIVING HIV/AIDS STORIES ABOUT SURVIVING NATURAL DISASTERS TEEN FAQ ALCOHOL FORMAT: 265 x 210 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 10-15 This series gives the straight facts about the issues and concerns facing teenagers today. Young people’s concerns are explored through hard statistics and real-life stories. Sensitive, practical and non-judgmental, these books set out to give young people the information and advice they need to make important decisions and take control of their lives. BULLYING DRUGS www.arcturuspublishing.com KEEPING HEALTHY 58 PUBERTY SMOKING Arcturus Children’s Reference THE WORLD TODAY NEW TITLES GLOBAL QUESTIONS FORMAT: 270 x 220 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-14 This series takes an in-depth look at some of the major issues and crises that feature on the front pages of our newspapers. Each book looks at the historical background to the situation that exists today, giving a balanced, neutral and informative perspective. It looks at what is being done to address the situation, other possible solutions and the outlook for the future. DO ANIMALS HAVE RIGHTS? WHAT ARE HUMAN RIGHTS? IS THE MEDIA TOO POWERFUL? HOW SHOULD WE DEAL WITH CRIME? WHAT CAN WE DO ABOUT OBESITY? WHY ARE THE RAINFORESTS BEING DESTROYED? ARE WE RUNNING OUT OF ENERGY? CAN THE WAR ON TERRORISM BE WON? IS OUR CLIMATE CHANGING? IS OUR FOOD SAFE? WHY DO PEOPLE MAKE AND SELL DRUGS? WHY DO PEOPLE SEEK ASYLUM? HOW CAN WE SAVE OUR WORLD? FORMAT: 254 x 197 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 10-16 Sustainable development means economic growth that does not damage the environment or use up valuable resources for future generations. This series looks at how this idea is having an increasing influence on a wide range of human activities, including energy production, industry, transport and waste disposal. SUSTAINABLE CITIES SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SUSTAINABLE FARMING www.arcturuspublishing.com SUSTAINABLE TOURISM 59 SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION SUSTAINABLE WATER RESOURCES Arcturus Children’s Reference LEARNING NEW TITLES MATH STANDARDS WORKOUT FORMAT: 230 x 210 mm EXTENT: 48 pp INTEREST AGE: 10-14 This series of puzzle books will help students to build up their ‘maths muscles’. Each book features a variety of puzzles geared towards the development of a specific mathematical skill. The puzzles will help students to increase their speed and ability in solving problems both in the classroom and in real life. MENTAL MATH PROBLEM SOLVING COMPUTATION SKILLS MAKING CONNECTIONS SHAPES AND SYMMETRY SYMBOLS AND ALGEBRA MY BIG EARLY LEARNING BOOK THE LEARNING LIBRARY – FIRST SKILLS IN MATHS AND ENGLISH FORMAT: 297 x 210 mm EXTENT: 96 pp INTEREST AGE: 3-5 These books and series (near right, far right and below) are intended for home learning. They give readers the best opportunity to achieve their full academic potential. FORMAT: 297 x 210 mm EXTENT: 96 pp INTEREST AGE: 5–7 THE LEARNING LIBRARY – EARLY LEARNING FORMAT: 297 x 210 mm EXTENT: 96 pp INTEREST AGE: 3-5 THE ALPHABET COLOURS AND SHAPES COUNTING 1–20 www.arcturuspublishing.com FIRST WORDS 60 Arcturus Children’s Reference LEARNING NEW TITLES THE LEARNING LIBRARY – SUCCEED IN... 5–7 THE LEARNING LIBRARY – SUCCEED IN...7–9 FORMAT: 297 x 210 mm FORMAT: 280 x 215 mm EXTENT: 24 pp EXTENT: 80 pp INTEREST AGE: 5–7 INTEREST AGE: 7-9 SUCCEED IN MEASURES SUCCEED IN ENGLISH SUCCEED IN NUMERACY SUCCEED IN MATHS THE LEARNING LIBRARY – SUCCEED IN...9-11 FORMAT: 280 x 215 mm EXTENT: 80 pp INTEREST AGE: 9-11 SUCCEED IN READING SUCCEED IN SPELLING THE LEARNING LIBRARY – SUCCEED IN...11-14 SUCCEED IN ENGLISH SUCCEED AT GCSE FORMAT: 280 x 215 mm FORMAT: 280 x 215 mm EXTENT: 128 pp EXTENT: 224 pp INTEREST AGE: 11-14 INTEREST AGE: 14+ SUCCEED IN ENGLISH SUCCEED IN MATHS SUCCEED IN SCIENCE www.arcturuspublishing.com SUCCEED IN MATHS GCSE ENGLISH 61 GCSE MATHS Arcturus Children’s Reference NEW TITLES LEARNING HOW TO BE TOP FORMAT: 280 x 140 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 7+ MULTIPLYING AND DIVIDING READING SKILLS ADDING AND SUBTRACTING GRAMMAR MATHEMATICS SCIENCE SPELLING SPELLING AND WRITING BRAINTEASERS AND MINDBENDERS FORMAT: 297 x 210 mm XTENT: 144 pp INTEREST AGE: 7+ BRAINTEASERS www.arcturuspublishing.com MINDBENDERS 62 Arcturus Children’s Reference GENERAL INTEREST NEW TITLES CHILDREN’S REFERENCE FORMAT: 253 x 195 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 10–14 ANCIENT & MEDIEVAL HISTORY LIVING PLANET MODERN HISTORY THE HUMAN BODY PLANET EARTH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY ANCIENT HISTORY ANIMAL WORLD SCIENCE SPACE QUESTIONS & ANSWERS FORMAT: 253 x 195 mm EXTENT: 32 pp INTEREST AGE: 10–14 MODERN HISTORY PLANET EARTH www.arcturuspublishing.com 63 Arcturus Children’s Reference INDEX NEW TITLES Amazing Origami 31 Girl Talk 15 Origami and Papercraft 4 Animal Attack 23 Global Questions 52 Our Angry Planet 26 Animal Rescue 12 Great Drawing Step-by-Step 32 animals 12, 21, 23, 27, 30 Great People in History 41 Our Environment: What If We Do Nothing? 49 Art of Drawing and Creating Manga, The 34 Greatest Warriors 40 art, drawing and crafts 1, 4, 9, 10, 13, 30–37 Atlas of 20th Century Warfare 46 Atlas of Conflicts 46 Big Bang Science Experiments 22 body 14, 29 Both Sides of the Story 48 Brain Games 13 Breakthroughs in Science and Technology 24 Catastrophe! 48 Changing World 47 Children’s Reference 56 Classic Fairy Tales 38 Grimm’s Fairy Tales 38 Paranormal Files 19 Picturing the Past 42 history 5, 11, 40–46 Place in History, A 44 The History of Science 22 Pop Histories 15 How Can We Save Our World? 52 Prehistoric Safari 20 How To Be Top 55 How to Draw Animals 30 Questions and Answers 56 How to Draw Fantasy Art 37 How to Draw Manga 37 Ready, Set, Draw! 9 How to Draw Your Own Graphic Novel 33 Real-Life Heroes 51 How Your Body Works 14 Really Horrible Jokes 3 The Human Body in Focus 29 Really Weird Animals 23 Really Horrible Facts 3 Rich and Poor 43 If You Were… 21 Riddle Me This! 8 Impact of Science and Technology, The 28 Science FAQ 21 Craft Attack! 1 Science Lab 24 Creating Comics 13 Keeping Safe 6 Creative Fashion Drawing 31 Science Secrets 25 Knights and Castles 41 Secret History 44 Cutting Edge Medicine 29 Solve it with Science 28 Laugh Out Loud! 16 Stories from Around the World 39 Learning Library, The 53–54 Succeed at GCSE 54 Dates of a Decade 46 Make Your Own Art 36 Day in the Life, A 12 Teen FAQ 51 manga 34, 37 Draw It! 10 teenage issues 6, 7, 15, 51 Mapping Global Issues 50 Drawing Dinosaurs 34 Timelines 45 Math Standards Workout 53 Drawing is Fun 33 Treasury of Fairy Tales 38 Mean Machines 18 Drawing Legendary Monsters 35 Medieval World 43 Dressing Up 36 Under Pressure 7 Mindbenders 55 Up Close 27 D-Day 46 Dangerous Book of Dinosaurs, The 14 Miraculous Magic Tricks 17 Emergency! 50 Moments in History 45 Encounters with the Past 5 Monstrous Myths 2 environment 49, 50, 52 My Big Early Learning Book 53 Everyone Can Draw 32 wars 44, 45, 46 Mystery Hunters 19 Eyewitness Disaster 25 What If We Do Nothing? 49 myths and stories 2, 35, 38–39 Wild West, The 11 fairy tales 38 nature and science 12, 14, 21–29 Find Your Talent 20 Nature’s Fury 26 The Fundamentals of Oil Painting 31 Nursery Rhymes 39 Virtual History Tours 42 World of Fairy Tales 38 www.arcturuspublishing.com 64 World of Food, A 47 You Can Draw Fantasy Figures 35 ARCTURUS CHILDREN’S REFERENCE Summer 2014 to Spring 2015 Arcturus Publishing Limited 26/27 Bickels Yard 151–153 Bermondsey Street London SE1 3HA Tel: +44 (0)20 7407 9400 Fax: +44 (0)20 7407 9444 www.arcturuspublishing.com