Books by Anna Claybourne

Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelMary Anning was one of the greatest fossil hunters in history. Find out how Mary's life changed when she found an enormous fossil on her local beach, and how her discoveries transformed the way we think about life on Earth. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view.Text type An information book.The book is organised into short chapters to help children practise the skills of locating and identifying important information.The glossary and index can be used to develop children''s information retrieval skills further.Curriculum links History; Geography

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Book SynopsisGet lost in the diverse and beautiful world of plants and fungi - with more to explore than you ever imagined! What is the difference between a plant and a fungus? Which can survive in the driest deserts, and which prefer the hot, humid tropics? Learn this and more as you explore the clear artwork and facts about this fascinating part of nature!

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Book SynopsisA fun, quirky science series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! Why is ice slippery? Where does water go when it dries? And why exactly do eggs go solid when you cook them? A Question of Science: Materials answers all these questions and much more.With an engaging question and answer format, these books draw kids into science in a fun way. Each book features one question per spread with a clear explanation to follow, diagrams and fun and humorous illustrations. The quirky questions are designed to range from those that children will often ask to things they may never have thought of, but will still be keen to know the answer to.Perfect reading for curious young scientists aged 8 and up.Other books in the series include:Why don't your eyeballs fall out? And other questions about the human bodyWhy doesn't the Moon fall down? And other questions about forcesHow can a plant eat a fly? And other questions about plantsWhy does a mirror show things back to front? And other questions about lightWhere does lightning come from? And other questions about electricity Why can't penguins fly? And other questions about animals Can you hear sounds in space? And other questions about soundTable of Contents 1: What are materials? 2: Why is ice slippery? 3: What is everything made of? 4: How big are atoms and molecules? 5: Is a human hair really as strong as steel? 6: Why does salt disappear in water? 7: Where do crystals come from? 8: Why does metal feel cold? 9: What makes the Eiffel Tower shrink and grow? 10: How can trousers be made of wood? 11: Why doesn’t a plastic bag rot? 12: Why does an egg go solid when you cook it? 13: Quick fire questions 14: Glossary/further info 15: Index

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Book SynopsisEver wondered how a telephone works? or what it sounds like in outer space?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about sound in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, a labrador with golden hearing, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle's pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.Table of Contents 1: Dogs Do Sound 2: Labrador's Amazing Ears 3: Barks in the Park 4: Dogs in Space 5: Staffie and the Storm 6: Akita and the Speaker 7: Back in Time 8: Vizsla Discovers Volume 9: Terrier is Terrified 10: Spot the Spaniel's Sound Wave Maze 11: All Ears 12: The Bark that Bounced Back 13: Professor Pooch's Sound Round-up 14: Poodle's Pop Quiz 15: Answers, Further Information and Index

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Book SynopsisJoin Professor Pooch, Dopey Doberman and a pack of curious dogs as they uncover the workings of science through comic adventuresEver wondered why seawater is so salty? Or how velcro was invented?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about materials in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, a jumping Jack Russell, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle''s pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.

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Book SynopsisEverything changes. From the birth of new stars to the endlessly shifting tides and tiniest life cycle. Some change happens right before your eyes, while other transformations happen so slowly that you won't notice them in your lifetime. And you change too, just like everything else in Nature – growing, learning and changing your thoughts and feelings.All Things Change is a lyrical and beautifully illustrated book looking at the many different processes of change in the natural world, covering geology, ecology, biology and more. It also embraces the philosophical topic of change – how do we approach changes that make us feel sad? How do we cope with changes we can't control? Ideal for children to explore independently or with parents, it holds a special appeal for anyone struggling to find stability in a rapidly changing world.Table of ContentsIntroduction: Sometimes fast, sometimes slow, always changing • The Universe • Our Sun and Solar System • The seasons • Night to day • The rock cycle • The water cycle • Fossilization • Old coin/key/treasure, ending up underground • A river creating a valley • Ice forming on a lake • The tide (with tide pools) • Sunny sky changing to a storm and clearing • Wildfire • Climate change: natural and caused by humans • Caterpillar egg to butterfly • A chick hatching and growing • A see growing into a tree • Frogspawn changing into frog • A dead thing returning to earth • Evolution • A person changing through life • All things, change... even you! (brain development, changing emotions) • How does change make us feel? Finding meaning, finding beauty, finding acceptance, making our own changes • How long do things take to change?

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Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.Part of the Shinoy and the Chaos Crew non-fiction series, this information book ties into The Day of Dubious Deliveries.Find out the answers to questions you''ve always wanted to know about sleep.Every night, you fall asleep. But what happens next? Find out about the strange world of sleep, why we do it, how animals sleep, and what dreams are for.Purple/Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.

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Book SynopsisGet lost in the diverse and bustling world of birds - with more to explore than you ever imagined! Which type fly at night, fly the fastest ... or can't fly at all? Learn this and more as you explore the clear portraits and facts about the bird family tree!

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Book SynopsisGet lost in the diverse and bustling world of minibeasts - with more to explore than you ever imagined! Which minibeasts swim or fly or hop? Which have the coolest camouflage, and which have the most legs (over 1,000!)? Learn this and more as you explore the clear portraits and facts about the minibeast tree of life!

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Book SynopsisA positive look at neurodiversity in today's world

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Book SynopsisQuirky, colourful guides to the horrible, shocking and disgusting aspects of science.

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Book SynopsisAn important look at viruses and pandemics, what they are, how they spread and how we deal with themTable of Contents 1: Worldwide crisis 2: What does 'pandemic' mean? 3: Germs and diseases 4: Pandemics of the past 5: CASE STUDY: The Black Death 6: Immunity 7: The early stages 8: Out of control 9: CASE STUDY: The 1918-19 flu pandemic 10: Lockdown! 11: Pandemic problems 12: CASE STUDY: Covid-19 13: Finding a solution 14: Back to normal 15: Preventing and preparing 16: What can you do? 17: Antibiotics alert! 18: CASE STUDY: Antibiotic-resistant TB 19: Pandemic planet? 20: The positives 21: Glossary 22: Further reading 23: Index

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Book SynopsisAn important look at viruses and pandemics, what they are, how they spread and how we deal with themTable of Contents 1: Worldwide crisis 2: What does 'pandemic' mean? 3: Germs and diseases 4: Pandemics of the past 5: CASE STUDY: The Black Death 6: Immunity 7: The early stages 8: Out of control 9: CASE STUDY: The 1918-19 flu pandemic 10: Lockdown! 11: Pandemic problems 12: CASE STUDY: Covid-19 13: Finding a solution 14: Back to normal 15: Preventing and preparing 16: What can you do? 17: Antibiotics alert! 18: CASE STUDY: Antibiotic-resistant TB 19: Pandemic planet? 20: The positives 21: Glossary 22: Further reading 23: Index

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Book SynopsisExtinction Planet offers young readers a clear, insightful look at Earth''s wildlife extinction crisisIt is estimated that out of around eight million species on Earth, at least one million plant and animal species are threatened with extinction, and that the current rate of extinction is up to 100 times higher than in any previous mass extinction. And it''s human activity that''s largely responsible for this frightening decline.Extinction Planet takes a non-alarmist, but truthful, look at Earth''s extinction crisis, explaining what a mass extinction is, how they occur and what their repercussions can be. It explores how, as humankind has caused this latest biodiversity crisis, we also have the solutions to slow or stop its damage, from reining in overconsumption, rewilding natural places, making farming more planet-friendly, preventing overfishing and seriously tackling climate change. It also suggests ways we can all live in a more planet-friendly wayTable of Contents 1: GONE FOREVER 2: LIFE ON EARTH 3: UNDERSTANDING SPECIES 4: THE EXTINCTION RATE 5: CASE STUDY: NO MORE DINOSAURS 6: WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER! 7: EXTINCTION AND HUMANS 8: CASE STUDY: STELLER’S SEA COW 9: TOO MANY PEOPLE? 10: THREATS TO WILDLIFE 11: CONSERVATION 12: KEEPING TRACK 13: CASE STUDY: ENDANGERED SEAGRASS 14: A SAFE PLACE TO LIVE 15: WILDLIFE LAWS 16: SPREADING THE WORD 17: ECOTOURISM 18: CASE STUDY 19: WOLONG NATURE RESERVE 20: WHAT CAN YOU DO? 21: EXTINCT PLANET? 22: GLOSSARY 23: FURTHER READING 24: INDEX

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Book SynopsisDo you like making things? Are you keen to get creative? If so, this book is packed with inspiring ideas and full instructions for over 20 exciting craft projects, including: - a lightbox to display a cool message- a funky bag made from an old pair of jeans- fun badges or keyrings made with crisp packets you shrink in the oven!- an edible chocolate picture - yum!Many of the projects can be made with recycled materials, and would make ideal gifts for a friend or family member. It's time to get crafty! Get Crafty! is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 9-10 years

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Book SynopsisBecome a Science Maker by experimenting, tinkering and building - the hands-on way to discover the wonders of science

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Book SynopsisBecome a Science Maker by experimenting, tinkering and building - the hands-on way to discover the wonders of science

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Book SynopsisCraft meets STEAM in these lively books that will help you design, build and create

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Book SynopsisCraft meets STEAM in these lively books that will help you design, build and create

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Book SynopsisDiscover science, technology, engineering, art and maths (STEAM) through original craft projects and recycle at the same time!

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Book SynopsisA science series that answers the funny, sometimes icky questions that kids really ask!

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Book SynopsisCome on an amazing journey across the ocean, steering your ship to avoid the legendary monsters in this fun new take on snakes and ladders. Magical and mysterious, the water monsters of myths and legends are notoriously elusive, but watch out when they rear their heads as they could send you right back to the start! The booklet reveals their secrets and includes short retellings of the most fantastical tales. From Nessie the Loch Ness Monster to Te Wheke of New Zealand, welcome to the watery world of myths and legends! A fun and easy-to-play snakes and ladders game for children and families, suitable for age 6+ Features fun facts on all the weird and wonderful sea monsters from around the world: steer your ship around them to avoid going under! Complete with counters shaped liked ocean-exploring ships, this game can be enjoyed by two to six players Includes a booklet full of short retellings of Mythical sea monsters and their fa

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Book SynopsisLove to tell scary stories around the camp fire? Like to solve mysteries? Brave enough to hear the truth about some pretty freaky phenomena? Then cuddle up with this spooky spine-tingler, filled with delightfully frightful true stories of real-life monsters, doomed domains, menacing mysteries, strange disappearances, and so much more. Meet ghosts, ghouls, and zombies. Go inside haunted houses, hidden graveyards, and deadly secret passages. The Fright-o-meter rates each story for its level of scariness. Full of thrills and chills, this book will have you sleeping with a nightlight for sure. Read if you dare, but don''t say we didn''t warn you!

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Book SynopsisIf you love to be grossed out, grab a seat at the table to revel in some of the most repulsive and downright disgusting true stories from around the globe.From wretched rodents and beastly bugs to putrid plants and muck-filled moats, step right in to find out more about the icky, sticky world around you. Gloriously gross stories of decaying delicacies, foul fashion, horrible history, awful animals, and more are paired with eye-popping pictures, fun facts, and hilarious quizzes in this fun book. Topics go way beyond food to include art, plants, animals, fashion, pop culture, medicine, the human body, and beyond. It's a hot mess to digest, but it's sure to leave kids disgusted and delighted. Read if you dare, but don't say we didn't warn you! Sometimes you CAN judge a book by its cover!

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