Ladybird Histories: British History

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Part of the new Ladybird Expert series, Battle of Britain is an accessible, insightful and authoritative account of the most famous aerial battle in history. Children all over the world have used Ladybird books to learn to read, discover stories and find out about many subjects. The books in this series are not parodies, but instead use the classic format to serve as clear introductions to a wide variety of subjects, generally in the fields of science and history. Of course, there are some aspect of British history which need parental inputs, but overall an excellent way to encourage children to learn history. When I first got interested in Ladybird books, I found it very hard to get the sort of list I wanted – one which struck a balance between simplicity and information.

You'll discover the common origins of dogs and Brussels sprouts, how it is we're all mutants, where wings, ears and tails came from, why sex is good for you, how some dinosaurs evolved and survived, and why human evolution may finally have stopped. An independent company for much of its life, Ladybird Books became part of the Pearson Group in 1972. Series like ‘People at Work’, introduced in 1962 and ‘How it Works’, introduced in 1965, provide beautifully illustrated snapshots of their time.

The collection covers the wide range of subjects Ladybird published, ranging from What to Look for in Spring to the recent Ladybird Experts series. This relates to the number of Ladybird books in publication at a particular time and this figure was often mentioned on the last few pages, rear dust jacket flap and then on the rear board of the book as well. The main reason for extending much beyond the mid-80s cut-off point is so as to include all the books in a series which began in the ‘golden years’.

At Books2Door, we believe that reading is a fundamental skill that every child should have to help improve their vocabulary, grammar, and critical thinking skills. This series of 36 small-format hardback books presented stereotyped models of British family life: the innocence of Peter and Jane at play, Mum the housewife, and Dad the breadwinner. Ladybird Books are a fond childhood memory for many people who grew up during their heyday from the 1940s to the 1980s. A Baby Ladybird Library - Children's 10 Books Collection Set this one has 10 spectacular books, each prefect for children aged 0 to 5.Learn about other topics in the Ladybird Experts series including The Big Bang, Gravity, Climate Change and Evolution. Nine titles in total are dedicated to these great civilisations: Egypt; Greece; Rome; Crete; The Vikings; The Mycenaeans; Incas; The Aztecs and China. The 4 titles in the collection set include—Adding and Subtracting: Ladybird I'm Ready for Maths, Time, Shapes and Seasons: Ladybird I'm Ready for Maths, Times Tables: Ladybird I'm Ready for Maths, Multiplying and Dividing: Ladybird I'm Ready for Maths; each focused on a different maths function to ensure your child gets enough and more practice with each. Learn about one of the most important issues facing our world today in this clear, simple and enlightening introduction.

This is your chance to own a very scarce French edition of The Secret, The Adventures of Wonk, also containing the story Le Veilleur de Nu . Collection was put on long term loan at the University of Reading in 2004 and forms part of the designated British Publishing and Printing Archive.We at Books2Door have heard parents and schools rave about Ladybird Books for their solid understanding of how to approach reading with children of all ages.

If you decide you want to collect then you’ll need a complete list of Ladybird books to act as a tick-list.

We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. For an adult readership, the Ladybird Expert series is produced in the same iconic small hardback format pioneered by the original Ladybirds. Inside, you'll discover how tactics, organisation and new technologies were brought to bear, about the different challenges faced by both the RAF and the Luftwaffe, and, above all, the skill, bravery and endurance of the airmen engaged in a contest that was of critical importance to the outcome of the war. Complimented by colourful illustrations, this is a valuable addition to a once-common feature of most homes, but what is fast becoming an endangered species: the bookshelf.