Angela Wilkes

  • 64

    Catalog books

  • 25

    Works

  • 1979 to 2007

    Strongest span

Who This Author Is

Angela Wilkes writes clear, inviting nonfiction for children, turning big subjects into approachable first discoveries. From picture dictionaries and beginner German to early science like bodies and machines, her books favor bright visuals, simple labeling, and step‑by‑step structure that help young readers build vocabulary, confidence, and curiosity page by page.

She’s equally at home with hands-on learning and fact-filled browsing. Craft and activity ideas fill seasonal projects, while titles on dangerous creatures and mighty machines channel that irresistible “how does it work?” energy. Gentle bedtime stories and everyday words round out a list that supports reading growth at home, in classrooms, and in libraries.

Best Place To Start

My first book of knowledge

Kingfisher • 2005 • standard commitment

It stands out because it asks for less time than many of the longer volumes on this page.

Author At A Glance

Best known for: Picture dictionaries for young learners • First-word and early vocabulary books • Simple science and nature explainers • Hands-on activity books • Early readers with friendly themes

Genres and themes: Early learning and vocabulary • Science and nature facts • Activities and crafts • Machines and how things work

Who this author is best for: Great for parents and educators seeking clear, visual guides to help children build vocabulary and curiosity.

Start with The Usborne Picture Dictionary or Everyday Words, then branch into Activities for All Year Round or topic titles like Mighty Machines.

Top Books To Start With

  1. My first book of knowledge

    Kingfisher • 2005 • standard commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2005 • 192 pages.

  2. Everyday Words - English (Everyday Words)

    Usborne Publishing Ltd • 2004 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2004 • 96 pages.

  3. Activities for All Year Round (Usborne Activities)

    Usborne Publishing Ltd • 2003 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 2003 • 96 pages.

  4. German Dictionary for Beginners Il (Beginners Dictionaries)

    Usborne Books • 2003 • quick commitment

    UPB note: year signal: 2003 • 128 pages.

  5. Your World (Kingfisher First Encyclopedia)

    Kingfisher Books • 1999 • standard commitment

    It helps anchor a specific period of this author’s publishing run instead of blending into the undated shelf clutter.

  6. French Complete Learning Kit (Language Guides)

    Usborne Publishing Ltd • 1993 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1993 • 48 pages.

  7. The Usborne Picture Dictionary (Picture Dictionaries)

    Usborne Publishing Ltd • 1991 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1991 • 96 pages.

  8. The Usborne Picture Dictionary in German (Picture Dictionaries)

    Usborne Publishing Ltd • 1991 • quick commitment

    You want illustrated vocabulary scenes (home, classroom, supermarket) for beginner German learners | You prefer a compac…

  9. The Usborne Picture Dictionary in Spanish (Picture Dictionaries)

    Usborne Publishing Ltd • 1991 • quick commitment

    You want illustrated vocabulary for beginners in The Usborne Picture Dictionary in Spanish | You need a 96-page classroo…

  10. The Usborne Picture Dictionary (Usborne Word Power)

    Usborne Publishing Ltd • 1984 • quick commitment

    UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1984 • 64 pages.

How The Picks Compare

  • Everyday Words - English (Everyday Words) is the easier short commitment, while My first book of knowledge asks for more reading time up front.
  • Everyday Words - English (Everyday Words) gives you an earlier look at this author’s shelf, while My first book of knowledge leans later in the catalog.
  • Activities for All Year Round (Usborne Activities) is also useful if you want a different publishing lane from My first book of knowledge.

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