Here are a few of my books for children:


Extreme Science: Celebrity Snapper: Taking the Ultimate Photo

This book explains many of the secrets and mysteries of the paparazzi: how they work, the equipment and methods they use and how they achieve some of their incredible images. Buy it now.

 


Extreme Science: Toxic! Killer Cures and Other Poisonings
From poisoned sweets and gloves to unexpected explosives and medicines, this book exposes some of the deliberate and unplanned fatalities caused by people mixing or administering a variety of chemicals to themselves and others. Buy it now.



Latin and Ballroom Dance

Strictly for fans of dance, this book explores and explains how Latin and Ballroom developed into the energetic dances we know now. The book investigates the history, steps, costumes, make-up, hair, competitions, and TV programmes and personalities that have made Latin and Ballroom dance so compelling. Buy it now.

 


Oceans (Extreme Habitats)

From the smallest to the largest, coldest to the warmest, deepest to the shallowest - this book explores the oceans of the world and the people, plants and creatures that inhabit them. Buy it now.

 


Mountains (Extreme Habitats)

From the tallest to the lowest, the most difficult to climb and the most inhospitable - this book investigates the mountains of the world and the people, plants and creatures that inhabit them. Buy it now.


Drawing…is Fun!

Everyone can draw - it's just a question of knowing how. This book reveals easy ways to develop your skills and achieve brilliant results. You'll quickly understand how to make your pictures more effective, using practical tips and tricks that professional artists use - you'll be amazed how quickly you improve once you start. Have a go at the projects in the book and you'll be able to draw everything from people to perspective, animals to aeroplanes, townscapes to trees. Buy it now.


Claude Monet (Artists in their World)

This is a comprehensive look at the life of Claude Monet - his times and his works. Buy it now.


Art in History

A highly popular series that looks into the arts and crafts produced by other cultures in history:

 

Prehistoric Art

With clear text and colourful images, this book introduces and explains all about prehistoric art. Included are a wide range of rock and wall paintings, crafts and sculpture from thousands of years ago. Many primary sources give children the chance to appreciate the historical context of the works, with timelines, glossary, index and teachers' notes to help readers at home or in the classroom. Buy it now.

 


Ancient Egyptian Art

Bright images and interesting facts bring this book alive. It looks into the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian art; from the pyramids to wall paintings, from children's toys to colossal statues and much more. Included in the book are timelines, glossary, index, projects and teachers' notes. Buy it now.

 


Ancient Greek Art

Painting, mosaic, pottery, architecture and sculpture are all introduced in this book, with plenty of information on how they were conceived and made. Fact boxes are interspersed to clarify points of history and/or art and the glossary and timeline help all readers to understand much more than just the art of this ancient culture. Buy it now.



Ancient Roman Art

Did you know that lot of Romans believed that having a good likeness of somebody's face was important to keep their ghost happy after they died, so they wouldn't haunt you? This book introduces and explores that and more about the art of ancient Rome, from paintings to pottery, from mosaics to sculpture and from architecture to jewellery. Buy it now.


Tudor Art

Clear text explains how changes and inventions influenced the art, as well as the beliefs that inspired the artists. This volume looks at why Henry VIII appears several times in the same painting, what Tudors used instead of wallpaper, how to make a model of a Tudor house and much more. Buy it now.

 


Victorian Art

Did you know that the Crystal Palace was based on the structure of water lily leaves? Joseph Paxton sat his daughter on one in the middle of a pond, showing that a massive building of glass and iron could be built on the same principles and would not damage Hyde Park. This book reveals much more about Victorian art, craft and architecture, uncovering all sorts of discoveries and creations that occurred in the 19th century. Buy it now.

 


Your Medieval World Homework Helper

Supported throughout with primary-source material, this is an interesting and lively book, giving plenty of material for KS2 and KS3 history projects. Buy it now.

 


Design and Make: Picture Frames

Using things you might find around your home, this book shows you how to make all sorts of picture frames, from exotic golden and bejewelled frames to 3D or many-windowed ones. Included is some information about the history of frames and techniques used, such as mosaics and gilding. Buy it now.

 

How to Draw Animals

This handy and colourful book includes lots of step-by-steps helping you to draw animals, using a variety of media. Buy it now.

 

How to Draw Dinosaurs

This is a handy and colourful book that shows you how to draw all kinds of dinosaurs, using a variety of media. Buy it now.

 

 

The Life of Leonardo da Vinci

An illuminating cartoon version of the life of the genius of the Renaissance and many of his inventions and discoveries. Buy it now.

 

Art and Design at Key Stage Three

Designed to help busy Art teachers of children aged 11-14, this photocopiable book is packed with ideas for all young and aspiring artists. Buy it now.