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Illustrated by Quentin Blake, this classic Dahl story is about an unusual little girl who has a magic finger. When things go wrong, she inflicts punishment by flashing her magic finger. The results include her teacher growing whiskers & a tail.

Mary Queen of Scots is dead famous for : having terrible taste in husbands, rotting away in Liz 1's prison and, totally losing her head on the chopping block. But not everyone knows that Mary was a six-foot stunner who got kidnapped by a Lord. Even though she's dead, Mary's still full of suprises

This encyclopedia explains geography topics in a lively and accessible way. It includes discussions of tornadoes, volcanoes and rivers of ice, as well as the cultures of people around the world. There is a map section and recommendations of web sites.

This is an exploration of the beliefs, history and customs of world religions, as well as less well-known faiths. It features photographs and illustrations to help readers understand faiths and includes a time chart to set the religions in context.

This book gives a clear insight into the life and teachings of a man whose ideas changed the world. Moses was the most important leader in the history of the Jewish people.

Examines Scottish history from the Renaissance to 1700, including the Reformation, Mary Queen of Scots and the union of the crowns of England and Scotland.