Books by Izzi Howell

Book SynopsisLearning loads of facts is boring, right? Not with this book! Get your quiz on to become the ultimate expert on outer space.This book is the ultimate combination of facts and fun. Each chapter has loads of fast facts followed by a short quiz, which makes it the perfect tool for revising for a test or for becoming the quizmaster of the universe. It covers a huge range of topics, from the Sun and Moon, to early space pioneers and the Moon landings, to black holes, asteroids and the planets in our magnificent solar system.These books are designed as a companion resource for children studying core curriculum topics. Illustrations, timelines and graphics work with captions and extended texts to challenge the reader's skills in memory, comprehension and reading. Kids will barely realise they are learning when the competitive element takes over as they aim to become the Quizmaster. The books contain loads of information, but as the quiz sections are spaced evenly throughout, it can make the challenge less overwhelming. Readers can choose to read a section and then answer those questions, or read the book and then attempt the whole quiz in one go. It can be used to test themselves, test their friends or as a ready-made resource for teachers in need of a pop-quiz for their class.Suitable for children aged 8+ who are studying Space as part of the Key Stage 2 curriculum. Also perfect for space-mad kids who devour facts like a black hole devours galaxies.Other titles in this series:Around the WorldDinosaursHuman BodyScienceSportTable of Contents 1: Outer space 1: The universe 1: The Big Bang 1: Go quiz yourself! 1: The inner planets 1: Earth 1: Go quiz yourself! 1: The asteroid belt 1: The outer planets 1: Go quiz yourself! 1: The Sun 1: The Sun on Earth 1: Go quiz yourself! 1: The Moon 1: Moon exploration 1: Go quiz yourself! 1: Stars 1: Galaxies 1: Go quiz yourself! 1: Space oddities 1: Answers 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisClassify the features of prehistoric creatures!This book transports children back in time to meet the terrifying theropods! These killer dinosaurs were fierce predators who used their top speed and sharp teeth and jaws to catch prey. Readers can find out about different theropod species and how some theropods evolved into the first birds. This is the must-have guide to killer dinosaurs for dino-mad kids aged 7 and over.Learn about classifying prehistoric creatures with the Dino-sorted! series. Get a close-up look at dinosaurs and other ancient beasts, with large colourful artwork, and discover the key features that they have in common.Table of Contents 1: Meet the theropods 2: Small and large 3: Sorted: compsognathus and spinosaurus 4: Predators 5: Sorted: coelophysis 6: Teeth and jaws 7: Sorted: tyrannosaurus rex 8: Powerful limbs 9: Sorted: allosaurus 10: Feathered reptiles 11: Sorted: yutyrannus huali 12: Dinosaur to bird 13: Sorted: archaeopteryx 14: Glossary 15: Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisA simple, friendly first history series that takes a close look at some key events and personalities through history and reveals how and why they are still important to us today. Each book uses a rich variety of historical sources, from diaries to paintings, to bring events to life, while simple historical vocabulary is introduced and explained.Trade ReviewI really like the approach taken by the book -- it makes history enjoyable, accessible and relevant. It is well-written and excellently illustrated, and poses questions that will encourage children to think about their learning * Parents In Touch *Delightful as an information source and an entertaining read ... a most satisfying approach to history for young children * School Librarian *Table of Contents 1: London's Burning 2: A Plague on You! 3: Made of Wood 4: A Spark in the Dark 5: Dear Diary 6: Fighting the Flames 7: Precious Possessions 8: Ashes and Embers 9: Burnt Down 10: Hunting For a Home 11: A New London 12: Wren Rebuilds 13: Remembering the Fire 14: Glossary 15: Timeline 16: Index and Answers

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Book SynopsisFind out why we remember the famous Gunpowder Plot of 1605, where Guy Fawkes and his fellow conspirators tried to blow up the Houses of Parliament - with the king inside!This simple, friendly children''s first history series, aimed at readers aged 5 and up, takes a close look at some key events and personalities through history and reveals how and why they are still important to us today. A perfect support to learning about history at Key Stage 1, each book uses a rich variety of historical sources, from diaries to paintings, to bring events to life, while simple historical vocabulary is introduced and explained. Each book also features a simple timeline and explores how we find about the past. All text has been carefully checked by a historian.Table of Contents 1: What was the Gunpowder Plot? 2: Catholics and Protestants 3: A new king 4: Catesby and Fawkes 5: More members 6: The Houses of Parliament 7: Planning and plotting 8: A mysterious letter 9: Caught in the cellar 10: Guy Fawkes confesses 11: The end of the plot 12: After the Gunpowder Plot 13: Bonfire Night today 14: Glossary 15: Timeline and anwers 16: Index

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Book SynopsisWhy is seawater so salty? How are waterfalls created?Welcome to the world of water where you''ll learn about the animals and living things that thrive in water, find out how the water cycle works and what we can do to protect the seas and rivers in our neighbourhoods.Nature''s Classroom looks at the nature we can find all around us, and what we can learn from it. The bite-size chunks of information, bright illustrations and fun outdoor activities including an experiment with water evaporation, will leave readers feeling inspired by nature.Perfect for children aged 7+

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Book SynopsisFind out about the United Kingdom with this fun and engaging first information book. Topics include the country''s geography, major cities, people and interesting places. For children following Book Bands, it is suitable for children reading at band 8, purple.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: Where is the UK? 1: Cities 1: Countryside 1: Interesting places 1: Food and drink 1: Sport 1: Festivals 1: Wildlife 1: People 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index, answers and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisFind out about the life of Oprah Winfrey with this fun, first non-fiction bookTable of Contents 1: Oprah Winfrey 1: Childhood 1: First steps 1: The Oprah Winfrey Show 1: Acting 1: Products 1: Helping others 1: Politics 1: Success

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Book SynopsisExplore the religion of Christianity, including what people believe, how to live a Christian life and celebrating special days and festivals. For children progressing through Book Bands, it is suitable for reading at level 9: Gold.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: What is Christianity? 1: The Bible 1: Going to church 1: Communion 1: Praying 1: A Christian life 1: Christmas 1: Easter 1: Around the world 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index, answers and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisExplore the religion of Judaism, including what people believe, how to live a Jewish life, and celebrating special days and festivals. For children progressing through Book Bands, it is suitable for reading at level 9: Gold.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Trade ReviewA good introduction to Judaism for KS1 pupils... The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes (these are extensive and very useful). - Parents in TouchTable of Contents 1: What is Judaism? 1: The Torah 1: The synagogue 1: Praying 1: Shabbat 1: A Jewish life 1: Hanukkah 1: Purim 1: Around the world 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index, answers and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisAccessible and fun guides to help young children boost their confidence, learning and well-being

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Book SynopsisA fun, upbeat book that encourages kids to become young entrepreneurs and watch their money grow!Make Mega Money looks at achievable ways in which young readers can earn money or boost their pocket money, from getting extra money for helping around the house, selling on old toys or clothes or having a bake sale with some friends.Learn all about managing money with Master Your Money - a dynamic series which fosters children''s money skills and encourages their independence with sound advice and top tips.The clear information text is tailored to the young readership and recommend only safe, age-appropriate, achievable aims. It will also offer global advice on how to keep your money safe and avoid fraud, as well as explaining the importance of sharing money to help others, if and when you can.Perfect for kids aged 7 and up.

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Book SynopsisNeil Armstrong & the Moon Landings brings the heady days of the space race to life, describing the exciting events that led to the great astronaut Neil Armstrong becoming the first man to set foot on the Moon.This simple, friendly children''s first history series, aimed at readers aged 5 and up, takes a close look at some key events and personalities through history and reveals how and why they are still important to us today. A perfect support to learning about history at Key Stage 1, each book uses a rich variety of historical sources, from diaries to paintings, to bring events to life, while simple historical vocabulary is introduced and explained. Each book also features a simple timeline and explores how we find about the past. All text has been carefully checked by a historian.Table of Contents 1: Who was Neil Armstrong? 2: Learning to Fly 3: The Space Race 4: Project Gemini 5: Project Apollo 6: Super Spacecraft 7: Meet the Crew 8: Blast Off! 9: One Big Step! 10: Walking on the Moon 11: Back to Earth 12: Apollo 11 13: Life After the Moon Landing 14: Glossary 15: Timeline 16: Index and Answers

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Book SynopsisWhich genius ideas and inventions began with the Anglo-Saxons? What did they develop that we use to this day? Find out how the Anglo-Saxons farmed their land, built their houses and organised their society. Discover their brilliant developments in defence, law, language and storytelling that have influenced the way we live today.This book is part of The Genius of series, which looks at the major discoveries, inventions, influences and legacies of key periods of history. Other titles in this series:The Genius of the VikingsThe Genius of the RomansThe Genius of the Stone, Bronze and Iron AgesThe Genius of the Ancient EgyptiansThe Genius of the Ancient GreeksThe Genius of the Benin KingdomThe Genius of the MayaTrade ReviewLearning about the ideas and inventions of past times can show us a lot about history, and further our understanding of earlier civilisations. Children will support KS2 history by doscovering the genius ideas and inventions of the Anglo-Saxons and what we still use from them today. Find out how the Anglo-Saxons farmed their land, built their houses and organised their society. Discover their brilliant developments in defence, law, language and storytelling that have influenced the way we live today. It all helps to bring history alive, showing why it is such a valuable discipline. The information is presented in a variety of forms, making it easy to read and enjoyable. * Parents In Touch *Table of Contents 1: The Anglo-Saxons 2: Kingdoms and Rulers 3: Society 4: Villages 5: Defence 6: Weapons and Armour 7: Trade 8: Laws 9: Old English 10: Food 11: Clothes 12: Art 13: Entertainment 14: Glossary 15: Timeline 16: Index and Further Information

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Book SynopsisA fun, upbeat book that encourages kids to become young entrepreneurs and watch their money grow!Make Mega Money looks at achievable ways in which young readers can earn money or boost their pocket money, from getting extra money for helping around the house, selling on old toys or clothes or having a bake sale with some friends.Learn all about managing money with Master Your Money - a dynamic series which fosters children''s money skills and encourages their independence with sound advice and top tips.The clear information text is tailored to the young readership and recommend only safe, age-appropriate, achievable aims. It will also offer global advice on how to keep your money safe and avoid fraud, as well as explaining the importance of sharing money to help others, if and when you can.Perfect for kids aged 7 and up.Table of Contents 1: Make money! 2: Get going 3: Business basics 4: Home help 5: Take care 6: Make a sale 7: Excellent events 8: Crafty business 9: Write away 10: Cook it up! 11: Online artist 12: Stay safe 13: Made it! 14: Glossary 15: Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisExplore the religion of Islam, including what people believe, how to live a Muslim life, and celebrating special days and festivals. For children progressing through Book Bands, it is suitable for reading at level 9: Gold.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: What is Islam? 1: The Qur’an 1: The mosque 1: Praying 1: Clothes 1: A Muslim life 1: Ramadan 1: Id-ul-Fitr 1: Around the world 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index, answers and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisFind out about the transport people used in the past and compare it with what we use today. Discover how cars, planes, bicycles and other vehicles have changed. For children following Book Bands, this book is suitable for children reading at band 8, purple.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: Then and now 1: Carriages 1: Trains 1: Cars 1: Planes 1: Buses 1: Ships 1: Bicycles 1: Space 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisScience topics are explored through illustrated scenes showing science in action in everyday life.Explore scenes from everyday life that reveal the science that's happening all around you, then find out about the science in more detail. In this book, discover a world of light - its properties and how we see light, how coloured light works and how light is reflected.Fun interactive features invite you to find further examples for yourselves in the artwork.Part of the I See Science series, aimed at readers upwards of age five, which includes titles on Living Things, Materials, Light, Forces and Magnets, States of Matter and Sound.Table of Contents 1: Light 1: Day and nigh 1: All about light sources 1: Light and sight 1: All about seeing things 1: Reflecting light 1: All about reflections 1: Blocking light 1: All about shadows 1: Coloured light 1: All about colours 1: Lights everywhere 1: All about using light 1: Glossary 1: Answers and further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisFind out about dinosaurs with a crew of crazy cats and measure your amazement, awe and disgust alongside their furry feline faces as they uncover some seriously wild dinosaur facts!Like every topic, dinosaurs become more interesting when cats are involved. Cats React to Dinosaur Facts is an engaging and fun way to understand these ancient reptiles. Bitesize text, fun photos, diagrams, dollops of humour and a react-o-meter all help to make this the most purr-fect book on dinosaurs.This book is a great gift for dino and cat lovers aged 7 and beyond, covering dinosaurs in a unique way.Check out the other titles in the series for more paw-some fun and learning:Cats React to Science Facts - Winner of the best Laugh out Loud book for 6-8-year-olds (The Lollies) and Winner of the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize 2020 Cats React to Outer Space factsTable of Contents 1: Dinosaurs are amazing! 2: What is a dinosaur? 3: The age of the dinosaurs 4: Types of dinosaur 5: The end of the dinosaurs 6: Prehistoric sea animals 7: Early amphibians and reptiles 8: The first birds 9: Prehistoric mammals 10: Fossils 11: Dinosaurs react to cat facts 12: Purr-nunciation guide 13: Claw-ssary 14: Fur-ther information 15: Kitten-dex

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Book SynopsisFind out about the toys children played with in the past and compare with the toys they play with today. Discover what different materials are used and how toys have changed. For children following Book Bands, it is suitable for children reading at band 8, purple.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: Then and now 1: Dolls 1: Soft toys 1: Trains, boats and cars 1: Board games 1: Puzzles 1: Building blocks 1: Computer games 1: Playing outdoors 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index 1: Teaching notes

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Book SynopsisWhat is metamorphosis? How do slugs and snails move?Welcome to the wonderful world of minibeasts where you''ll learn about minibeast lifecycles and senses and see how they live together in colonies.Nature''s Classroom looks at the nature we can find all around us, and what we can learn from it. The bite-size chunks of information, bright illustrations and fun outdoor activities will leave readers feeling inspired by nature. Perfect for readers aged 7+

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Book SynopsisDiscover the world outside your window with fascinating facts, quick quizzes and outdoor projects that bring birds to life in nature''s classroom!Why is bird poo good for plants? What exactly is a bird of prey?Welcome to the world of birds where you can find out all you need to know about where they live, what they eat and why they sing such beautiful songs! Take the learning outside, into the free and fascinating classroom of nature. Perfect for taking to the back garden, beach or park - keep your children active and engaged as they learn about brilliant birds!Nature''s Classroom looks at the nature we can find all around us, and what we can learn from it. The bite-size chunks of information, bright illustrations and fun outdoor activities will leave readers feeling inspired by nature. Perfect for readers aged 7+. Use them at schools or camps with outdoor classrooms or anyone in a forest school - get connected to wildlife with these clea

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Book SynopsisExplore the religion of Hinduism, including what people believe, how to live to a Hindu life, and celebrating special days and festivals. For children progressing through Book Bands, it is suitable for reading at level 9: Gold.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: What is Hinduism? 1: Hindu books 1: The mandir 1: Worship 1: At home 1: A Hindu life 1: Divali 1: Holi 1: Around the world 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index, teaching notes and answers

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Book SynopsisWhich genius ideas and inventions began with the Maya? What did they develop that we use to this day? In this book, aimed at readers aged nine and over, find out how the Maya built their cities to suit the landscape and population, traded their resources and developed a complex system of writing. Discover their brilliant developments in farming, astronomy and cloth-making and how they have influenced the way we live today. The Genius Of series helps children aged 9 plus to explore the major discoveries, inventions, influence and legacies of key periods in history. Titles in the 8-book series look at the genius of: the ancient Egyptians, the ancient Greeks, the Anglo-Saxons, the Benin Kingdom, the Maya, the Romans, the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages and the Vikings.Table of Contents 1: The Maya 2: Kings and society 3: Trade 4: Warfare 5: Cities 6: Buildings 7: Writing 8: Farming and food 9: Astronomy 10: The Mayan calendar 11: The Mayan ballgame 12: Art 13: Clothes 14: Glossary 15: Timeline 16: Index and Further Information

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Book SynopsisFind out about work of Firefighters all around the world, from the typical day, the equipment they use and why their work is important. For children following Book Bands, it is suitable for children reading at band 10, white.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: Who are firefighters? 1: Emergency! 1: Fire engines 1: Uniform 1: Rescuing people 1: Equipment 1: Trapped people 1: The fire station 1: Fire safety 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index 1: Teaching notes and answers

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Book SynopsisFind out about the work of doctors who work in surgeries and hospitals, including what happens at a check-up, the instruments a doctor uses and the work of specialists. For children following Book Bands, it is suitable for children reading at band 10, white.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: Who are doctors? 1: Making an appointment 1: The appointment 1: A check up 1: Instruments 1: Getting better 1: Good health 1: In hospital 1: Specialists 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index

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Book SynopsisA powerful look at the biggest environmental issues facing our generationTable of Contents 1: What is climate change? 2: Fossil fuels 3: Global warming 4: Rising sea levels 5: Focus on: The Greenland ice sheet 6: Farming and food 7: Habitats and wildlife 8: Focus on: Sea turtles 9: Desertification 10: Focus on: Desertification in China 11: Extreme weather 12: Focus on: Hurricane Harvey 13: Stopping climate change 14: Glossary 15: Test Yourself 16: Index

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Book SynopsisDiscover a world of amazing facts and information with Fact Planet!Find out about rivers and coast and learn how they form, where they are most to likely be and how they affect our landscapes through diagrams and case studies.Fact Planet is a lively, information-filled geography series, packed full of colourful illustrations, clear explanations and fun quizzes to test your knowledge. The eye-catching illustrations combined with occasional photos bring geography and environmental issues to life.Other topics covered in this series are volcanoes, mountains, pollution, earthquakes, animals at risk, settlements and Earth''s resources.Perfect for the geography curriculum at KS2, this series is suitable for children aged 7 and up.Table of Contents 1: Rivers and coasts 1: The water cycle 1: The source 1: River erosion 1: Meanders 1: The mouth 1: Major rivers 1: Coast habitats 1: Tides 1: Coasts and erosion 1: Floods 1: People and water 1: Answers 1: Glossary 1: Index

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Book SynopsisBenin was an important kingdom in West Africa in the 15th and 16th centuries. Find out about Benin's magnificent capital city, the objects that Benin traded with Europe and their intricate bronze plaques and statues. Read about food and farming, armies and weapons, the life of a craftsman and how to make a leopard statue!Packed with fascinating information, the Explore! series inspires children's curiosity to find out more about the past. A great tool for readers age 8+ or teachers looking for books to support the new curriculum.Table of Contents 1: What was Benin? 2: The rise of Benin 3: Benin City 4: Society 5: Food and farming 6: Trade 7: Armies and weapons 8: Religion and beliefs 9: Art 10: A day in the life 11: Make your own leopard statue 12: The British invasion 13: Facts and figures 14: Timeline 15: Glossary 16: Further information 17: Index

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Book SynopsisHelp your child to become not just a good pet owner, but the best fish owner. This book shows how the right environment and care for a pet helps their body and their mind. Just like humans, fish can get bored. Did you know that they need a rich environment to stimulate their brains and natural behaviours? The right tank setup not only keeps them safe, it can reduce stress and help them to live longer. And did you know that fish are very sensitive to changes in water temperature? Being too hot or cold will stress them out! Being afraid isn't good for their mental health, so these popular pets need a lot more love and attention than you might think. Unlike other pet care guides, the Happy Pet Friends series puts your pet's physical and mental health and wellbeing first. These books are packed with tips to make your pet's life happier and healthier, which is great for them, and good for young pet owners and any child with an interest in animal welfare, too. Fostering a lifelong commitment to taking care of the creatures who share our world should start young, and this series is perfect for animal-lovers aged 7 and up.Title in the Happy Pet Friends series:CatsDogsFishGuinea PigsHamstersRabbitsTable of Contents 1: Great goldfish 1: Feeling tropical 1: Fishy friends 1: Tank sweet tank 1: Bright and warm 1: Aquarium Additions 1: Wonderful water 1: Keeping clean 1: Fishy dishes 1: Feeling fin-tastic 1: Some Fin Wrong? 1: Babies and bubbles 1: Pet pop quiz 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisDiscover the big ideas in conservation that have transformed the world around us.From the first national parks, through ambitious schemes such as tackling the ozone hole, and recent global movements such as the school strikes for climate, humans have made huge progress in their plans to protect the natural world. The Greatest Ideas in Conservation takes you on a journey through the most influential environmental ideas and inventions of the past 100 years, exploring different people, projects and approaches that have helped to heal our planet.Our world has changed beyond recognition in the past hundred years. Think Big takes a close-up look at the amazing ideas that have transformed the way we all live. Each spread explores a big idea in greater depth, explaining how it came to be and what evolved from it and assessing its impact on the world today. 'Genius' panels highlight the great thinkers behind the ideas, from scientists to inventors, environmentalists and engineers.Each book also includes carefully selected activities designed to inspire readers aged 9 and older and encourage them to nurture their own 'big thinking' and entrepreneurial spirit.Contents:National parks Clean Air Act DDT ban Earth Day Project Tiger Ozone hole Svalbard Global Seed Vault The Ocean Cleanup Desert Sunlight Solar Farm The Paris AgreementSchool strike for climate Biodegradable plasticTable of Contents 1: Conservation 2: National parks 3: Clean Air Act 4: DDT ban 5: Earth Day 6: Project Tiger 7: Ozone hole 8: Svalbard Global Seed Vault 9: The Ocean Cleanup 10: Desert Sunlight Solar Farm 11: The Paris Agreement 12: School strike for climate 13: Biodegradable plastic

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Book SynopsisDiscover the big ideas in entertainment that have transformed the world around us.From the first colour films, through exciting new toys such as LEGO and video consoles, to revolutionary virtual reality experiences, the twentieth and twenty-first centuries saw many pioneering forms of entertainment. The GreatestIdeas in Entertainment takes you on a journey through the most in influential forms of entertainment over the past 100 years, exploring different people, projects and machines that have helped us have fun!Our world has changed beyond recognition in the past hundred years. Think Big takes a close-up look at the amazing ideas that have transformed the way we all live. Each spread explores a big idea in greater depth, explaining how it came to be and what evolved from it and assessing its impact on the world today. 'Genius' panels highlight the great thinkers behind the ideas, from scientists to inventors, environmentalists and engineers.Each book also includes carefully selected activities designed to inspire readers aged 9 and older and encourage them to nurture their own 'big thinking' and entrepreneurial spirit.Contents: TechnicolorScrabbleLEGO DisneylandStar WarsSony WalkmanNES Live Aid File streaming Streaming services Candy Crush Saga Oculus RiftTable of Contents 1: Entertainment 2: Technicolor 3: Scrabble 4: LEGO 5: Disneyland 6: Star Wars 7: Sony Walkman 8: NES 9: Live Aid 10: File streaming 11: Streaming services 12: Candy Crush Saga 13: Oculus Rift 14: Glossary 15: Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisWould you rather dance like a peacock spider or a honeybee? Behind each of these silly scenarios are some fun facts to help YOU CHOOSE an answer. Which would you rather do?Full of fascinating facts, this book will keep kids entertained for hours! They can read on their own or have fun asking each other the questions. There are no right or wrong answers but plenty of ideas to think about.Perfect for readers aged 9+, You Choose is an entertaining and humorous series that encourages children to develop their critical thinking and decision-making skills. Full of brainteasers and supported by educational information, readers can learn some bizarre and amazing facts about the animal kingdom.Read the others titles in the series: Ancient History, Dinosaurs, Machines, Planet Earth, Space.

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Book SynopsisScience topics are explored through illustrated scenes showing science in action in everyday life.Explore scenes from everyday life that reveal the science that's happening all around you, then find out about the science in more detail. In this book, discover a world of animals, life cycles, plants, habitats, seasons and food chains. Fun interactive features invite you to find further examples for yourselves in the artwork.Part of the I See Science series, aimed at readers upwards of age five, which includes titles on Living Things, Materials, Light, Forces and Magnets, States of Matter and Sound.Table of Contents 1: Living things 2: A world of animals 3: All about animals 4: New life begins 5: All about life cycles 6: Plants everywhere 7: All about plants 8: A seashore habitat 9: All about habitats 10: Habitats through the year 11: All about seasons 12: Who eats whom? 13: All about food chains 14: Glossary 15: Answers and further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisWhich genius ideas and inventions began in the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages? This period, stretching from the first ancestors of modern humans to the start of the ancient civilisations of Greece and Rome, was a time of amazing developments. Find out how the discovery of how to make fire and tools, farm the land and form symbols to communicate in writing transformed society and had a lasting impact on the way we live today.Table of Contents 1: The Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages 2: Stone 3: Bronze 4: Iron 5: Farming 6: Construction 7: Settlements 8: Society 9: Trade 10: Clothing 11: Art 12: The wheel 13: Writing 14: Glossary 15: Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisDiscover a world of amazing facts and information with Fact Planet!Find out about mountains and learn how they form, where they are most likely to be through diagrams and case studies.Fact Planet is a lively, information-filled geography series, packed full of colourful illustrations, clear explanations and fun quizzes to test your knowledge. The eye-catching flat illustrations combined with occasional photos bring geography and environmental issues to life.Other topics covered in this series are volcanoes, earthquakes, pollution, rivers and coasts, animals at risk, settlements and Earth''s resources.Perfect for the geography curriculum at KS2, this series is suitable for children aged 7 and up.Table of Contents 1: What is a mountain? 1: Earth’s structure 1: Fold mountains 1: Block mountains 1: Erosion 1: Avalanches 1: Volcanoes 1: Climate 1: Wildlife 1: People and mountains 1: Around the world 1: Record-breakers 1: Answers 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisEarly Islamic civilisation spread across the Middle East, Africa, Europe and Asia in the 7th and 8th centuries CE, forming a massive empire. Find out about the birth of Islam, amazing inventions and trade across the empire. Read about weapons and war, the city of Baghdad, the life of a scribe, science and medicine and find out how to make an Islamic tile design!Packed with fascinating information, the Explore! series inspires children's curiosity to find out more about the past. A great tool for readers age 8+ or teachers looking for books to support the new curriculum.Table of Contents 1: Early Islamic civilisation 2: The beginning of Islam 3: Weapons and war 4: Cities and buildings 5: Society 6: Education and books 7: A day in the life 8: Science and medicine 9: Farming and food 10: Travel and trade 11: Make an Islamic tile design 12: The end of the empire 13: Facts and figures 14: Timeline 15: Glossary 16: Further information 17: Index

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Book SynopsisMeet the S.T.E.A.M. pioneer - Rachel Carson - and discover her fascinating life story and inspirations.Rachel Carson tells the story of this key scientific figure - covering her whole life's journey and her amazing legacy to science today. It follows her early inspirations and her determined and exemplary scientific skills as she uncovered the truth about the damage the pesticide DDT was doing to the environment. A fierce environmental campaigner and best-selling author, Carson is an inspiration to young scientists - in particular girls - as she navigated and succeeded in a male-dominated field.Masterminds introduces some of the world's great scientists, inventors and artists, retelling their lives and explaining why their work is important. Clear photographic designs bring a real-life quality to these biographies and major S.T.E.A.M. discoveries.Provides an understanding of scientific discoveries and presents inspirational lives from a variety of diverse backgrounds.Includes a timeline of the person's life and shows the ongoing legacy that we can see around us today.Perfect for readers aged 7 and up.Titles in this series:Rachel Carson George Washington CarverMarie Curie Rosalind Franklin Jane Goodall Stephen HawkingKatherine JohnsonNikola Tesla Leonardo da Vinci Frank Lloyd Wright Table of Contents 1: Who was Rachel Carson? 1: Childhood 1: University life 1: A new job 1: Writing and books 1: Marine research 1: Pesticides 1: Silent Spring 1: Speaking out 1: Death 1: The green movement 1: Remembering Rachel Carson 1: Our Environment today 1: Glossary and timeline 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisDiscover the big ideas in entertainment that have transformed the world around usFrom the first colour films, through exciting new toys such as LEGO and video consoles, to revolutionary virtual reality experiences, the twentieth and twenty-first centuries saw many pioneering forms of entertainment. The GreatestIdeas in Entertainment takes you on a journey through the most in influential forms of entertainment over the past 100 years, exploring different people, projects and machines that have helped us have fun!From Apollo 11's historic flight to the wonders of the world wide web, the world has changed beyond recognition in the past hundred years. Think Big takes a close-up look at the amazing ideas that have transformed the way we all live.Each spread explores a big idea in greater depth, explaining how it came to be and what evolved from it and assessing its impact on the world today. 'Genius' panels highlight the great thinkers behind the ideas, from scientists to inventors, environmentalists and engineers.Each book includes carefully selected activities designed to inspire readers aged 9 and older and encourage them to nurture their own 'big thinking' and entrepreneurial spirit.Contents: TechnicolorScrabbleLEGO DisneylandStar WarsSony WalkmanNES Live Aid File streaming Streaming services Candy Crush Saga Oculus RiftTable of Contents 1: Entertainment 2: Technicolor 3: Scrabble 4: LEGO 5: Disneyland 6: Star Wars 7: Sony Walkman 8: NES 9: Live Aid 10: File streaming 11: Streaming services 12: Candy Crush Saga 13: Oculus Rift 14: Glossary 15: Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisExplore the building blocks of our planet with fun jokes, cartoons and hands-on activities.Find out more about fossils and what they teach us about prehistoric life. Learn how fossils form and where they are found and explore different types of fossil, such as trace fossils and amber, and discover famous fossil hunters.This book is part of the Geology Rocks series. This collection of books examines the Earth's make up, from the different types of rock it is made from to discovering the structure of the planet itself and how tectonic plates relate to earthquakes and volcanoes.PErfect for readers 7 and up.Table of Contents 1: What is a fossil? 1: Sedimentary rock 1: Types of sedimentary rock 1: Turning to stone 1: Moulds and casts 1: Traces and tracks 1: Amber 1: What can we learn from fossils? 1: Where are fossils found? 1: Digging for fossils 1: Famous fossil hunters 1: Fossil fuels 1: Quick quiz answers 1: Now test your knowledge! 1: Glossary 1: Further reading 1: Index

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Book SynopsisWhy is seawater so salty? How are waterfalls created?Welcome to the world of water where you'll learn about the animals and living things that thrive in water, find out how the water cycle works and what we can do to protect the seas and rivers in our neighbourhoods.Nature's Classroom looks at the nature we can find all around us, and what we can learn from it. The bite-size chunks of information, bright illustrations and fun outdoor activities, including an experiment with water evaporation, will leave readers feeling inspired by nature.Perfect for children aged 7+

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Book SynopsisWhich genius ideas and inventions began with the ancient Greeks? What did they develop that we use to this day? Find out how the ancient Greeks organised their society, trained their soldiers, used their ships for trade and transport and built their temples. Discover their brilliant developments in architecture, politics, art, medicine, theatre and sport that have influenced the way we live today.The Genius Of series helps children aged 9 plus to explore the major discoveries, inventions, influence and legacies of key periods in history. Titles in the 8-book series look at the genius of: the ancient Egyptians, the ancient Greeks, the Anglo-Saxons, the Benin Kingdom, the Maya, the Romans, the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages and the Vikings.Table of Contents 1: The Ancient Greeks 2: City-states 3: The Greek World 4: Government 5: Warfare 6: Ships 7: Architecture 8: Writing 9: Art 10: Astronomy 11: Medicine 12: Theatre 13: Sport 14: Glossary 15: Timeline 16: Index and Further Information

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Book SynopsisExplore the building blocks of our planet with fun jokes, cartoons and hands-on activities.Find out about the different layers inside our planet. Explore the conditions deep under the surface and how they affect life on Earth. Discover how scientists study underground rocks and how Earth has changed throughout its history.This book is part of the Geology Rocks series. This collection of books examines the Earth''s make up, from the different types of rock it is made from to discovering the structure of the planet itself and how tectonic plates relate to earthquakes and volcanoes.Perfect for readers 7 and up.

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Book SynopsisRead all about Early Britons with the Fact Cat! The Stone Age to Iron Age period was a time of great change in British history. Discover the wonders of the stone, bronze and iron ages: who lived in Britain 6000 years ago? How did our early ancestors live and what did they eat? Find out how we know about life in prehistoric times with the evidence of artefacts and ancient sites that have been discovered. Simple quiz questions at the back help readers to remember what they''ve just read.Perfect one-stop-shop for help with homework assignments!Broad-ranging appeal for nursery age through to Key Stage 2.Trade ReviewAll sorts of interesting questions are answered in this book, and all of them are just what inquisitive children will ask ... the bright presentation of the book will have instant child-appeal * Parents In Touch *Table of Contents 1: The Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages 1: Food 1: Tools 1: Rulers and Tribes 1: Houses 1: Weapons and Wars 1: Art 1: Clothes 1: Religion 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index

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Book SynopsisFind out about the country of Japan with this fun and engaging first information book. Topics include the country''s geography, major cities, people and interesting places. For children following Book Bands, it is suitable for children reading at band 8: purple.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking, and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: Where is Japan? 1: Cities 1: Countryside 1: Interesting places 1: Food 1: Sport 1: Festivals 1: Wildlife 1: Art 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index, answers and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisFind out about the world with these fun, interactive first non-fiction booksTable of Contents 1: Where is Argentina? 1: Cities 1: Countryside 1: Interesting places 1: Food and drink 1: Sport 1: Festivals 1: Wildlife 1: People 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index, answers and teaching notes

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Book SynopsisFind out about India with this fun and engaging first information book. Topics include major cities, interesting places, food, sport and much more. For children progressing through Book Bands, it is suitable for reading at level 8: Purple.The Info Buzz series, for age 5+, helps children develop their knowledge and understanding of the world by covering a wide range of topics in a fun, colourful and interactive way. The books have a lively design, engaging text and photos, questions to get children thinking and talking and teaching notes. Each title is written in conjunction with a literacy consultant and features book band guidance and downloadable activity sheets online.Table of Contents 1: Where is India? 1: Weather 1: Cities 1: Countryside 1: Interesting places 1: Food 1: Sport 1: Festivals 1: Wildlife 1: Quiz 1: Glossary 1: Index

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