David Macphail

In 1704 a Scottish sailor called Alexander Selkirk was marooned on a remote and uninhabited island in the South Pacific. He spent the next four and a half years there, completely alone, struggling to survive using little other than his wits. How did he come to be there, how did he manage to survive for so long, and what was life as a castaway like? Castaway is a story of survival and resourcefulness, packed with fascinating historical details and a good dose of adventure.TreeTops inFact is a non-fiction series that aims to engage children in reading for pleasure as powerfully as fiction does. The variety of topics means there are books to interest every child in this compelling series. The series is written by top children''s authors and subject experts. The books are carefully levelled, making it easy to match every child to the right book.

Cross the moat, pass through the gatehouse and dodge flying arrows as you journey back in time on a search-and-find history adventure!Blaze the Dragon guides you through the fascinating world of medieval times - where lords, ladies and even wizards roam. Discover how castles were built, how knights fought and the secrets of magic and medicine. From the grand fortress of Dragon Castle to the bustling castle kitchens, the dark dungeon and beyond the castle walls to noble hunting grounds, there are 12 illustrated scenes to search, and ten medieval characters to spot in every location. Written by a real castle steward and told by a real dragon, this book will spark curiosity in the youngest squires.