12y+

Each book in this series is aimed at children whose reading ability and confidence allows them to tackle longer and more complex stories. This title tells the story of pirates, from the bloodthirsty seafarers who scoured the coasts of the Roman Empire, to the famous pirates of the Spanish Main.

Nine true stories of master criminals and the detectives who foiled them - from serial murderers such as the Yorkshire Ripper, to art forgers, kidnappers and Great Train Robbers. Engaging, narrative non-fiction for readers who prefer fact to fiction.

A collection of true stories of exploration over the icy wastelands of the North and South Poles, including the fated expedition of Captain Scott of the Antartic and Ernest Shackleton's epic trek across the snow to save his crew. Stories are illustrated with maps and drawings, and readers can find out more online via Usborne Quicklinks.

A comprehensive geography enyclopedia putting the world at the reader's fingertips while explaining key topics in a lively and accessible way. Evocative photographs, a bright, modern map section and over 30 double-page maps and a detailed country-by-country gazetteer, makes this the ultimate geography reference tool. This title is also internet-linked with hundreds of recommended websites, which take readers on a journey around the world to learn languages, watch hurricanes, download flags or look at animals via live webcams, and much, much more.