Books by Paul Mason

Book SynopsisSailors on long voyages might see many strange things out at sea. A glimpse of a giant squid might look like a kraken, while an oarfish might look like a sea serpent... This non-fiction book reveals the real amazing animals that inspired tales of terrifying sea monsters.This book is from Readerful''s Independent Library. It is for children aged 6 to 7 to read without support. Readerful is a reading library specially designed to motivate children to read more. The series offers contemporary, inclusive books for children from 4 to 11 years, including: Books for Sharing: picture books to be read aloud by an adult for inspiring reading sessionsIndependent Library: fiction, graphic texts, character mini-series and non-fiction for children to read independentlyRise: fully decodable books for older struggling readers to read independently.How Readerful works: - Read aloud the Books for Sharing for magical reading sessions that motivate children to read more. - Then encourage children to choos

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Book SynopsisFrom the first use of fire to banish the darkness, artificial light has changed the world. Today, drone-shows dazzle and cities glow all night long, but it wasn''t always so easy to harness the power of light. Switch on the story of light in this fact-packed non-fiction!This book is from Readerful''s Independent Library. It is for children aged 9 to 10 to read without support. Readerful is a reading library specially designed to motivate children to read more. The series offers contemporary, inclusive books for children from 4 to 11 years, including: Books for Sharing: picture books to be read aloud by an adult for inspiring reading sessionsIndependent Library: fiction, graphic texts, character mini-series and non-fiction for children to read independentlyRise: fully decodable books for older struggling readers to read independently.How Readerful works: - Read aloud the Books for Sharing for magical reading sessions that motivate children to read more. - Then encourage children to choo

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Book SynopsisLearn all about states of matter with Mo the Monster and his friends in this fun first science book for children aged 5+.Mo is getting ready for his birthday this weekend. There''s lots to do: filling balloons, making icy drinks (and clearing up spills) and baking a cake - it''s a perfect time for Mo to find out about changing states of matter!If a monster can understand science, anyone can! Join Mo the Monster as he discovers the basic principles of science. Along the way, Mo is kept focused (monsters are notoriously easily distracted) with the help of simple, clearly presented information, plenty of questions to answer and lots of science puzzles and activities.The funny, colourful illustrations offer lots of scope for humour and interest to keep children engaged while they learn. Aimed at readers aged 5+.Titles in the series: Energy/Forces and Magnets/Habitats/The Human Body/Life Cycles/Light and Shadows/Machines/Materials/States of Matter/Plants/The Seasons/TimeStates of matter contentsMo gets wet feet / Solid, liquid or gas? / Material properties / Gas-filled balloons / Liquidbehaviour / Absorbent materials / Melting point / Drying out / Present materials /Dozy''s liquid-to-solid footprints / Chilli mixing / Trouble with melting / Condensation andcake / Glossary / Books to read and Places to visit / Answers

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Book SynopsisLearn about materials by meeting some hilarious characters who are keen to explain why they are the most important!

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Book SynopsisGet inside the life and history of the most popular sporting event in the world Whether you''re a first-time fan or you''ve been watching for years, this book is a mine of fascinating facts, interesting insights and tremendous trivia into the world of the football World Cup. It explores the tournament''s history, its biggest successes, controversies and flops and looks forward to the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. The World Cup''s top teams and players are also profiled. Great for readers aged 9+A good introduction to the World Cup, suitable for all fans, new and old ... plenty here for the most ardent fan, with super action photos. - Parents In TouchSummary of contents:The biggest show on Earth / World Cup History / Top teams: Brazil / How do you get to the World Cup? / World Cup Controversies / Group and knockout stages / Top teams: Germany / Goalscoring records / The 2022 World Cup / Players to watch / Top teams: Italy / The World Cup''s biggesTrade ReviewA good introduction to the World Cup, suitable for all fans, new and old ... plenty here for the most ardent fan, with super action photos. * Parents In Touch *Table of Contents 1: The biggest show on Earth 2: World Cup History 3: Top teams: Brazil 4: How do you get to the World Cup? 5: World Cup Controversies 6: Group and knockout stages 7: Top teams: Germany 8: Goalscoring records 9: The 2022 World Cup 10: Players to watch 11: Top teams: Italy 12: The World Cup's biggest flops 13: World Cup awards 14: Winning teams and beaten finalists 15: Finding out more/ Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisMonkey and his friends, Zu and Sandy, lived in the Emperor''s Cloud Palace. But they played all sorts of tricks on people, so, as a punishment, the Jade Emperor sent them down to Earth. They can only return if they prove that they can use their magical powers for good. Adventure is never far away!Kidnap sees the friends caught up in a frightening plot to capture a girl. Using their magic powers and some friends at the zoo, will they defeat the evil villains?Bloomsbury High Low books encourage and support reading practice by providing gripping, age-appropriate stories for struggling and reluctant readers, those with dyslexia, or those with English as an additional language. Printed on tinted paper and with a dyslexia friendly font, Skate Monkey is aimed at readers aged 8+ and has a manageable length (72 pages) and reading age (7+). The Skate Monkey stories can be read in any order.Produced in association with reading experts at CatchUp, a charity which aims to addreTrade ReviewA light and enjoyable read that's packed full of adventure, action and the appearance of some downright creepy demons, I can see this series being very much enjoyed in schools whist also adding a spot of variety to traditional guided reading and intervention sessions for developing readers. * The Reader Teacher, @MrEPrimary *

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Book SynopsisMoney hasn't always existed. In fact, for tens of thousands of years humans managed very well without it! Nowadays, we need money for almost everything we do, but have you ever stopped to think about what it actually is? Travel back in time and encounter some pretty strange money, from corn and shells, to 'flying money' and stone money big enough for an elephant to hide behind. Discover where money came from, how it really works, and find out whether you are a big spender or a super saver! The Inside Story of Money 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: 8-10 years

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Book SynopsisA first science series that presents information in a simple and humorous way.Snappy the Nile crocodile introduces key science topics with a quirky bit of fun and asks questions to involve readers in exploring the topics further. In this book, find out all about materials, whether they're solid, liquid or gassy. Discover how we make and change materials and the many ways in which we use and reuse them.The mix of photos and artwork brings the topics to life.Perfect for readers aged 6 and up exploring the Key Stage 1 Science curriculum.Other titles in the series:Quick Fix Science: AnimalsQuick Fix Science: Human BodyQuick Fix Science: LightQuick Fix Science: PlantsQuick Fix Science: Forces and MagnetsQuick Fix Science: MaterialsTable of Contents 1: What are materials? 2: Materials words 3: Solid materials 4: Materials from the Earth 5: Case study: from rock to pyramid 6: Materials that grow 7: Case study: from tree to treehouse 8: Liquid materials 9: Gassy materials 10: Changing materials 11: Materials we make 12: Case study: from sand to screen 13: Reusing and recycling 14: Glossary 15: Answers 16: Finding out more 17: Index

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Book SynopsisLearn all about the human body with Mo the Monster and his friends in this fun first science book for children aged 5+.Mo knows very little about the human body works, so today he is off to a sports contest to try a few sports himself, and learn about how different body parts work. But can Mo stay out of trouble while he''s having so much fun? Don''t count on it!If a monster can understand science, anyone can! Join Mo the Monster as he discovers the basic principles of science. Along the way, Mo is kept focused (monsters are notoriously easily distracted) with the help of simple, clearly presented information, plenty of questions to answer and lots of science puzzles and activities.The funny, colourful illustrations offer lots of scope for humour and interest to keep children engaged while they learn. Aimed at readers aged 5+.Titles in the series: Energy/Forces and Magnets/Habitats/The Human Body/Life Cycles/Light and Shadows/Machines/Ma

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Book SynopsisHeaps of funny facts and cartoons about the bug world's most hilarious adaptations!Bugs have developed some of the strangest features and behaviours to survive day in and day out. This book's lively artwork and side-splitting jokes bring these behaviours alive - and uncover the awesome science of the bug world. Meet the goofiest, the stinkiest, the best dancers and of course the absolutely funniest bugs on planet Earth!Funny Nature is a series of books presenting science learning through laughter. Brought to you by the author and illustrator of The Poo That Animals Do, this series covers science topics including evolution, adaptation, habitats, anatomy, physiology, life cycles and much more! Perfect for fans of facts and fun aged 6+.Books in the Funny Nature series:Funny BeastsFunny BugsFunny DinosaursFunny PlantsTable of Contents 1: It's a buggy world 2: Bug noise 3: Needle-nosed bugs 4: Bugs that pull faces 5: Bug eyes 6: Bugs in disguise, part 1 7: Bugs in disguise, part 2 8: The biggest bugs 9: Stinking bugs 10: Confusing caterpillars 11: Dancing bugs 12: Bug love 13: More funny bugs 14: Bug quiz 15: Glossary 16: Index

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Book SynopsisLearn about plants by meeting some hilarious characters who are keen to explain why they are the most important part of a plant!This book makes science learning fun and engaging for children aged 7 plus. Meet Stem, she links everything together on the plant, she knows she''s very important. But Seeds, Leaves and Flowers all want to explain why they are the most important, too. So which plant part really matters most? What Matters Most is a series of humorous books for children that explain science processes with lively comic artwork and show why variety is important. Titles in the series:Body BitsEnergy and Power Gravity and other Forces Materials Plant Parts The Sun, the Moon and the Planets

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Book SynopsisMany policy and practice initiatives that aim to prevent social exclusion focus on children and young people. This book seeks to consider new approaches to understanding the complexities of prevention, and how these new understandings can inform policy and practice. The authors use evidence from the National Evaluation of the Children's Fund to illustrate and explore the experiences of children and families who are most marginalised. They consider the historical context of approaches to child welfare, and present a new framework for understanding and developing preventative polices and practice within the context of social exclusion. Preventative initiatives such as the Children's Fund have supported large-scale complex evaluations that have generated rich and important data about strategies for addressing social exclusion and what they can achieve. The findings of this book have direct relevance for all those engaged in developing preventative policy and practice and will therefore be of interest to policy makers, practitioners and students of child welfare and social policy more broadly, in providing a timely discussion of key debates in designing, delivering and commissioning preventative services.Trade Review"This important book helps put some of the excitement back into the issues surrounding prevention of the consequences of social exclusion, with messages worth thinking about - and acting on - for practitioners, policy makers and other researchers. " Jane Tunstill, Emeritus Professor of Social Work, Royal Holloway, London UniversityTable of ContentsIntroduction; Social exclusion, child welfare and well-being; Contemporary issues for preventative child welfare; The development of preventative policy and practice: an overview; The Children's Fund: strategies for social inclusion; The Children's Fund: activities and impacts of partnership strategies; New understandings for prevention; Conclusion: effective preventative approaches.

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Book SynopsisMany policy and practice initiatives that aim to prevent social exclusion focus on children and young people. This book seeks to consider new approaches to understanding the complexities of prevention, and how these new understandings can inform policy and practice. The authors use evidence from the National Evaluation of the Children's Fund to illustrate and explore the experiences of children and families who are most marginalised. They consider the historical context of approaches to child welfare, and present a new framework for understanding and developing preventative polices and practice within the context of social exclusion. Preventative initiatives such as the Children's Fund have supported large-scale complex evaluations that have generated rich and important data about strategies for addressing social exclusion and what they can achieve. The findings of this book have direct relevance for all those engaged in developing preventative policy and practice and will therefore be of interest to policy makers, practitioners and students of child welfare and social policy more broadly, in providing a timely discussion of key debates in designing, delivering and commissioning preventative services.Trade Review"This important book helps put some of the excitement back into the issues surrounding prevention of the consequences of social exclusion, with messages worth thinking about - and acting on - for practitioners, policy makers and other researchers. " Jane Tunstill, Emeritus Professor of Social Work, Royal Holloway, London UniversityTable of ContentsIntroduction; Social exclusion, child welfare and well-being; Contemporary issues for preventative child welfare; The development of preventative policy and practice: an overview; The Children's Fund: strategies for social inclusion; The Children's Fund: activities and impacts of partnership strategies; New understandings for prevention; Conclusion: effective preventative approaches.

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Book Synopsis“Jeremy Corbyn has re-packaged socialism into something progressive and essential, something that isn't archaic as we've been told it is for so long. Striving for justice and fairness isn’t a sign of our weakness but the sign of our great strength. That’s The Corbyn Effect for me and this book explains why.” - Maxine Peake Labour’s performance in the June 2017 General Election came as a surprise to almost everyone. Few, from the most committed supporters of Jeremy Corbyn to seasoned political commentators, expected the Labour vote share to rise so dramatically and seats to be won with such substantial swings. The Corbyn Effect is the first serious attempt to understand this exciting new phenomenon in British politics. In specially- commissioned essays, writers, academics and activists from across political generations explore the meaning, limitations and potential of Corbynism. How has Corbyn changed the Labour Party? Is his support inside and outside the party likely to last? What can we expect a Corbyn government to achieve?Table of ContentsKeynote Essay Mark Perryman Across a crowded room Understanding 08.06.17 Andrew Gamble The rise and fall of Mayism Jeremy Gilbert The roots and results of the Corbyn surge Jessica Garland Labour's new model activism Gerry Hassan Scotland vs the rest The Framing of Corbynism Hilary Wainwright Can Labour ever be Labour united Des Freedman It's The Sun wot won't win it Eliane Glaser The authenticity of hope Monique Charles Grime Labour The Limits of Corbynism Sue Goss The Labour tribe Marina Prentoulis Lessons from Syriza Jo Littler Meritocracy vs universalism Phil Burton-Cartledge The Labour Party as a social movement The Potential of Corbynism Maya Goodfellow No more racing to the bottom Paul Surridge Mapping a Labour target seat strategy James Dorran The Road to, and from, PASOKIfication Jack Kellam The perils of being left and populist

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Book SynopsisA lively oral history of the British student protests of 2010, bringing together activists, students, politicians and workersTrade Review'The student revolt represented a turning point in British politics. In the words of participants, Myers' important work captures a sense of the trajectory that leads us from Millbank in 2010 to Jeremy Corbyn today' -- Chris Williamson, Labour MP for Derby North'Over the last decade the laws of politics in Britain have changed. This book is about the new rules of engagement' -- Peter Oborne, Associate Editor of The Spectator, author of The Triumph of the Political Class (2007)Table of ContentsSeries Preface Acknowledgements List of Abbreviations Introduction by Paul Mason 1. Revolt 2. Millbank 3. Expectations 4. Street Fighting Youth 5. Occupy, Agitate, Organise 6. Why Did the Students Lose? Conclusion List of Contributors Notes Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisA washed up TV reporter stumbles onto a corruption scandal in Western China. Pursued through the desert by a psychotic spin-doctor and a world-weary cop, he discovers the real China: illegal metal mines, a fashion-crazed gang of girl bikers, a whole commune of Tiananmen Square survivors and the up-market sleaze-joints of Beijing. En route, he clashes with a stellar cast of people-traffickers, prostitutes and TV execs. But then the unquiet dead begin to intervene: ghosts from his own past and the past of Chinese Communism; the 'spirits that hover three feet above our heads' of Chinese folklore. Rare Earth is a story about love, journalism, ghosts, metallurgy, vintage militaria and large motorcycles set in the badlands of Inner Mongolia and Ningxia. It is about the west's inability to understand the East; one man's epic journey across a dying landscape, where 'thousands of pairs of eyes peer beyond grimy windowpanes into the moonless sky, looking for something better.'Trade ReviewThe first novel from Newsnight's economics editor is an enjoyable romp through China -- Julia Lovell * Guardian *A stereotype-junking headlong rush into farcical realism -- Paul Simon * Morning Star *Febrile and enjoyable first novel -- Julia Lovell * Guardian *A jaw-dropping, action-packed, sex-fuelled and often hilarious adventure story. Read it, and gasp -- Genevieve Fox * Daily Mail *I had a lot of fun with this odd, clever little book -- Warren Ellis

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Book SynopsisTransform a fantasy design into a design for a real-world product in just ten simple steps!Table of Contents 1: DESIGNING THE BEST SPACE STATION EVER 2: WHAT IS THE SPACE STATION FOR? 3: STEP 1: DRAW OUT A DREAM DESIGN 4: STEP 2: CHECK THE CONSTRUCTION COSTS 5: STEP 3: POWER YOUR SPACE STATION 6: Step 4: DESIGN THE FRONT DOOR 7: STEP 5: MOVE THE SPACE STATION ABOUT 8: STEP 6: DESIGN A SPACE KITCHEN 9: Step 7: … AND A SPACE BATHROOM 10: STEP 8: MAKE THE ASTRONAUTS A BED 11: Step 9: DESIGN A SPACE GYM 12: Step 10: SCIENCE IN SPACE 13: THE BEST EVER SPACE STATION 14: OTHER SPACE STATIONS

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Book SynopsisTransform a fantasy design into a design for a real-world product in just ten simple steps!Table of Contents 1: Designing the world's best skatepark 2: Dream design 3: Expert bowl 4: Full pipe 5: Beginner bowl 6: Vert ramp 7: Main street 8: Side street 9: Hubbaland 10: Contest republic 11: Snake city 12: Food factory 13: The world's greatest skatepark 14: The world's top skateparks 15: Glossary 16: Index

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Book SynopsisTransform a fantasy design into a design for a real-world product in just ten simple steps!Table of Contents 1: Designing the best ever robot 2: Design Brief: What is this robot for? 3: Step 1: Sketch a design 4: Step 2: Is this robot the right shape? 5: Step 3: Design the robot's face 6: Step 4: Decide how big the robot should be 7: Step 5: Decide how the robot will move about 8: Step 6: Help the robot see 9: Step 7: Get your robot to pick things up 10: Step 8: Get the robot speaking (and listening) 11: Step 9: Pick your materials 12: Step 10: Customising your robot 13: The world's best robot 14: Other amazing robots 15: Glossary 16: Answers to 'Work it out' questions 17: Index

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Book SynopsisGet inside the life and history of this great, globally popular sporting event

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Book SynopsisDo you know for how many years the dinosaurs ruled the Earth? Or how much the hefty Argentinosaurus weighed? Which dinosaur ran 144 per cent faster than Usain Bolt? And do you know how many hours there were in a dinosaur say? Discover the answers to all these questions and much, more more in Big Countdown: Dinosaurs. The Big Countdown looks at popular topics and investigates the great many numbers that make them fascinating. From the mind-bogglingly large to smallest and most precious, this series helps us understand that it's not just our days that are numbered. Perfect for number-crunchers aged 9 and up.

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Book SynopsisThis series look at why and how things happen, the effects, and the consequences of when things go a bit wrong

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Book SynopsisGet inside the events of the biggest sporting occasion in the world!The Olympic Games feature a dazzling variety of sporting events, from sprinting to fencing, and from powerlifting to rhythmic gymnastics. Together, they make for an amazing spectacle. Explore them for yourself in The Ultimate Guide to Olympic Events. Great reading for children aged 8 and up.ContentsThe changing OlympicsAthletics (track) Athletics (field)Ball sports Boat sports Combat sports Cycling Football Gymnastics Multi-sport events Racquet sports Swimming and aquatics New Olympic sports Olympic words Olympic events Finding out more Index

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Book SynopsisDiscover some amazing Olympians and their achievements

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Book SynopsisBizarre, incredible and downright gross facts about human and animal bodies!In Hair-raising Human Body Facts, you''ll learn about some of the most incredible things going on inside you right now! Giggle and gasp as you read about and see some truly astonishing (and sometimes silly) parts of the human body, such as your super-cool cornea, which gets its oxygen from the air and has no blood at all flowing to it, or your secretly clever nostrils, which take turns breathing - that''s some amazing teamwork!The Body Bits series is written by the hilarious and knowledgeable Paul Mason, and illustrated by Dave Smith, whose laugh-out-loud and action-packed artwork can''t be beaten. Reading and learning become a source of endless fun for even the most reluctant reader with Body Bits. Great for readers aged 7-9 years.Don''t forget the other books in the s

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Book SynopsisBizarre, incredible and dead-awesome facts about the natural world!In Dead-awesome Dinosaur Body Facts, you'll learn about some of the most astonishing creatures that used to roam on Earth. From sails to feathers, armour to wrecking-ball tails - finding out about dinosaur body bits has never been more engaging or uproariously funny! The Body Bits series is written by the hilarious and knowledgeable Paul Mason, and illustrated by Dave Smith, whose laugh-out-loud and action-packed artwork can't be beat. Reading and learning become a source of endless fun for even the most reluctant readers aged 7 plus with Body Bits.Books in the series include:Hair-raising Human Body FactsAstounding Animal Body FactsDead-awesome Dinosaur Body FactsEye-popping Plant Part FactsContents list, Dead-awesome Dinosaur Body Facts:Dinosaur domination / Teeth of terror / Clubs and horns / Hips and legs / Armour plates /Pea brains / Dino-vision eyes / Wings and similar things / Skin and feathers / Sails andspines / Dinosaur guts / Hooting and honking / The four freakiest dinosaurs? / Glossary /Finding out more / IndexTable of Contents 1: Dinosaur domination 2: Teeth of terror 3: Clubs and horns 4: Hips and legs 5: Armour plates 6: Pea brains 7: Dino-vision eyes 8: Wings and similar things 9: Skin and feathers 10: Sails and spines 11: Dinosaur guts 12: Hooting and honking 13: The four freakiest dinosaurs? 14: Glossary 15: Finding out more 16: Index

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Book SynopsisA first science series that presents information in a simple and humorous way.Snappy the Nile crocodile introduces key science topics with a quirky bit of fun and asks questions to involve readers in exploring the topics further. In this book, find out about all kinds of animals and the special ways in which they are adapted to where they live. Discover how they behave, what they eat and even what their poo looks like!Perfect for readers aged 6 and up exploring the Key Stage 1 Science curriculum.Other titles in the series:Quick Fix Science: AnimalsQuick Fix Science: Human BodyQuick Fix Science: LightQuick Fix Science: PlantsQuick Fix Science: Forces and MagnetsQuick Fix Science: MaterialsTable of Contents 1: Animal planet 2: What's on the menu? 3: Predators: saltwater crocodile 4: Land mammals: mountain gorilla 5: Marine mammals: blue whale 6: Salt and freshwater habitats: salmon 7: Birds of prey: bald eagle 8: Migration: Arctic tern 9: Amphibians: tiger salamander 10: Hibernation: hedgehog 11: Life cycles: dragonfly 12: Spiders: zebra jumping spider 13: Insects: bees 14: Glossary 15: Answers 16: Finding out more 17: Index

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Book SynopsisA first science series that presents information in a simple and humorous way.Snappy the Nile crocodile introduces key science topics with a quirky bit of fun and asks questions to involve readers in exploring the topics further. In this book, find out all about light and the things that produce light, whether they're in nature or made by humans. Discover how shadows form and how mirrors work - and why we see the colours of the rainbow.Perfect for readers aged 6 and up exploring the Key Stage 1 Science curriculum.Other titles in the series:Quick Fix Science: AnimalsQuick Fix Science: Human BodyQuick Fix Science: LightQuick Fix Science: PlantsQuick Fix Science: Forces and MagnetsQuick Fix Science: MaterialsTable of Contents 1: What is light? 2: A light experiment 3: Light sources 4: Day and night 5: Seasons 6: Light lines 7: Shadows 8: Reflections 9: Mirror images 10: Colour 11: Animal eyes 12: Light and life 13: Glossary 15: Answers 16: Finding out more 17: Index

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Book SynopsisA humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about materials. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle decides she needs to build new headquarters. But it''s not as easy as Evil Beetle thought because she does not know enough about science! The hilarious story is full of facts about materials and is perfect for children aged 6 plus who love comic books. For children progressing through book bands, it is suitable for children reading at Book Band 11: Lime.Evil Beetle Vs Science is a series of books about a hapless anti-heroine and her loyal band of minibeast sidekicks. Evil Beetle''s plots keep going wrong because she doesn''t understand science! Luckily her friend Smart Snail is on hand to explain, and readers will learn key science concepts while enjoying Evil Beetle''s attempts to keep her garden free from intruders.Titles in the series: The Shadow of Doom (Light); The Itching Powder Plot (Plants); The Alarm Call (Sound); The Electric Attack (Electricity); The Garden Force Attack (Forces); Building the Secret Headquarters (Materials).

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Book SynopsisA humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about forces. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle has lots of schemes that she thinks will get rid of the annoying gardener for good. But, Evil Beetle doesn''t know enough about science to make the plans work! The hilarious story is full of facts about forces and is perfect for children aged 6 plus who love comic books. For children progressing through book bands, it is suitable for children reading at Book Band 11: Lime.Evil Beetle Vs Science is a series of books about a hapless anti-heroine and her loyal band of minibeast sidekicks. Evil Beetle''s plots keep going wrong because she doesn''t understand science! Luckily her friend Smart Snail is on hand to explain, and readers will learn key science concepts while enjoying Evil Beetle''s attempts to keep her garden free from intruders.Titles in the series: The Shadow of Doom (Light); The Itching Powder Plot (Plants); The Alarm Call (Sound); The Electric Attack (Electricity); The Garden Force Attack (Forces); Building the Secret Headquarters (Materials).

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