Bindy James – illustratör

The Oxford Reading Tree Green Sparks series explains and illustrates the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals in an age-appropriate way. The series supports development of all reading skills by combining phonic progression with essential vocabulary, as well as extending the reader's comprehension of the issues around sustainability in global and local contexts. This will boost general knowledge and subject-specific vocabulary, as well as promote learner engagement and student wellbeingâ. The 42 levelled fiction and non-fiction books from Oxford Reading Levels 1 to 6 are linked to subjects in the wider curriculum, as well as to international curricula, such as the Oxford International Curriculum and the IB's Primary Years Programme. The Teacher Handbook includes cross-curricular activities designed to support children's understanding of the SDGs. Selected titles from this series can be accessed through the Oxford Owl eBook Library subscription. Free Teaching Notes are also available on Oxford Owl. The Oxford Reading Tree Green Sparks series will inspire young readers to become the problem-solving global citizens of tomorrow. How many ways can you reuse a tin can? This wordless book will give you a few great ideas. Tins focuses on UN SDG 12 Responsible consumption and production.

Two small fish discover a haunted house deep below the surface of the ocean. Are there ghosts inside? Vampires? What even IS this spooky place?A playful and fun nonfiction graphic picture book for 3-7-year-olds that asks questions and has sidebar facts, so kids won’t even notice how much they’re learning!When a whale dies, its body sinks to the bottom of the ocean floor and decomposes there, providing sustenance to many creatures. When it’s picked clean, the bones create an eerie kind of structure—resembling a haunted house or whalebone mansion.Two small fish discover a whalebone mansion, enter at their own risk, and encounter a number of creepy creatures along the way. Told in a graphic-style format, with playful text that asks young readers questions and includes sidebars that provide additional facts, Welcome to Whalebone Mansion invites kids to a delightfully spooky, informational feast!Creatures inside:HagfishGoblin sharkVampire squidAnglerfishWorms (known as bone-eating snot flowers)And more!Back matter includes more information about the deep sea, more about whale falls, and a QR code leading to a video to see a real whale fall.

Get kids hooked on fishing with fun activities for ages 8 to 12

Fishing is so much fun, and it’s an awesome skill to have! This book is filled with hands-on activities that teach kids everything they need to go fishing, from choosing their line and setting up their rig to properly casting their rod and safely removing hooks. They’ll learn all about tackle and proper fishing techniques—as well as patience and respect for Mother Nature.

This fishing book for kids can help them:

Locate the best fishing spots—Young anglers will find out how to “read” water and nature to detect fish in freshwater areas like lakes, ponds, reservoirs, rivers, and streams.Get creative and think outside the box—Kids will explore exciting DIY activities like making their own fishing rod, fly tin, sinkers and snaps, water clarity tester, and more.Discover fishing tips and fun facts

—Tons of fascinating fishing facts and pointers help kids stay engaged and safe.

Inspire kids to become fishing pros with the Fishing Activity Book for Kids.