Children’s / Teenage general interest: Science and technology

Book SynopsisFundamental and FUN first science concepts for kids, and the great thing is: there are robots!What is Matter? ... a nature adventure! is a fun story that leads children through types of matter in everyday life. Bolt, Pixel and Jet, the super-powered robots who star in this story, learn these fundamentals of science as they spend an awesome day hiking, snacking and exploring!In the First Steps in Science series, children are encouraged to become super scientists with the help of various colourful and friendly robots, who are all going on awesome adventures. Children as young as 3-5 years old learn science through stories with bright and cheerful illustrations.Interactive elements throughout each book encourage hands-on engagement from children, and each story finishes with a creative activity to cement their science learning.A parent, carer and teacher's guide at the back of each book makes this a great resource for home school and classroom learning.Titles in the series include: First Steps in Science: What's a Force? ... a snow-day adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Energy? ... a Sports-Day adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Matter? ... a nature adventure! First Steps in Science: What is Motion? ... a cycling adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Light? ... a sunny sea-side adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Sound? ... a superstar adventure!

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Book SynopsisFundamental and FUN first science concepts for kids, and the great thing is: there are robots!What is Motion? ... a cycling adventure! is a fun story that leads children through the essentials of motion in everyday life. Flex and Flash, the super-powered robots who star in this story, learn these fundamentals of science as they spend an awesome day on their bikes: riding, racing and then rocketing home!In the First Steps in Science series, children are encouraged to become super scientists with the help of various colourful and friendly robots, who are all going on awesome adventures. Children as young as 3-5 years old learn science through stories with bright and cheerful illustrations.Interactive elements throughout each book encourage hands-on engagement from children, and each story finishes with a creative activity to cement their science learning.A parent, carer and teacher's guide at the back of each book makes this a great resource for home school and classroom learning.Titles in the series include: First Steps in Science: What's a Force? ... a snow-day adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Energy? ... a Sports-Day adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Matter? ... a nature adventure! First Steps in Science: What is Motion? ... a cycling adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Light? ... a sunny sea-side adventure!First Steps in Science: What is Sound? ... a superstar adventure!

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Book SynopsisJoin the kids of the Science Club and discover electricity through a combination of adventure, activity and experiment in this fun, story-based series for kids aged 5 and upThe children of the Science Club are happily working when a flash of lightning and a rumble of thunder outside make them jump! Their teacher, Mrs Khan, explains that lightning is a form of electricity and encourages the children to think of other types of electricity and what they are used for. The children also investigate electricity through rubbing balloons, making torches and building circuits.The Science Club follows a group of science-mad kids who meet at a club where they learn about science through their own experiences and discoveries. For example, at one club someone brings in a fossil, leading to an investigation into the rock cycle, dinosaurs and fossil formation. At another, a storm inspires the children to learn about lightning and other forms of electricity. Each story features sweet, humorous illustrations and includes simple experiments for readers to try for themselves.Titles in the series:LightElectricityRocks & FossilsStates of MatterForces & MagnetsPlantsThe Human BodyHabitatsSoundWeather

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Book SynopsisLearn about the human body by meeting some hilarious characters who are keen to explain why they are the most important!This book makes science learning fun and engaging for children aged 7 plus. Brain is sure he is the most important part in the human body, after all he is in charge, but what about the heart - she''s always pumping, and blood cells are sure they are the most hard-working! So which body 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 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 SynopsisTake a look inside your incredible body and learn about the five spectacular senses that help you to enjoy and understand the world around you.In Senses, discover how the brain processes taste, smell, sight, sound and touch to help you interact with the world around you. Learn how your eyes create an image, what makes your tastebuds tingle , and how some people find different ways to communicate without one of their senses. Bright cartoons and clear anatomical illustrations will engage readers. Part of a series for children aged 7 plus. It also places emphasis on leading a healthy lifestyle to encourage good mental and physical wellbeing with ''Try this'' activity boxes to get children up and moving, out of the book and into their body.

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Book SynopsisTake a look inside your incredible body and learn about the weird and wonderful processes that happen as you grow.In Growing, learn about what happens to your body at each stage of life, growing from toddler, to teenager, to adult. Explore the similarities and differences you share with your parents and friends and how your clever brain develops, helping you to learn new skills.Bright cartoons and clear anatomical illustrations will engage readers. Part of a series for children aged 7 plus. It also places emphasis on leading a healthy lifestyle to encourage good mental and physical wellbeing with ''Try this'' activity boxes to get children up and moving, out of the book and into their body.

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Book SynopsisTake a look inside your incredible body and learn about the weird and wonderful digestive processes that keep you healthy and make you unique.

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Book SynopsisThis series looks at how things work such as how a plane can fly or a boat can float through thecomical endeavours of an inventor who tries to replicate what he sees without knowing the science,with hilarious results. We discover what went wrong and why through the scientific explanationsthat follow each attempt, making tricky concepts accessible and entertaining in equal measure.

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Book SynopsisDid you know there''s a robot chef that can make 50 pizzas per hour? Would you swim with a robotic fish that gulps up microplastics in the ocean? Find out how the technology works and become an expert in all things robotics - from LiDAR sensors and autonomous drones to nanobots and robot swarms.Super Tech explores the cutting-edge technology in your home, up in Space and even inside your body, and gives you a glimpse into the tech of the future. Informative, accessible facts are combined with a mix of photography and playful illustration that''s perfect for readers 7 and up.

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Book SynopsisBecome an expert on incredible WOW facts and know the HOW behind them!Robots are AMAZING! Robots can save lives, repair themselves and travel into space - WOW! A robot works because of HOW it is programmed. Robots are helping humans in so many ways, from art, medicine, transport and the environment.Did you know that robots can find their way, repair themselves and even poo! Robots can save lives, do experiments on Mars and play games!Read more amazing facts about robots and AI including some that may challenge what you thought you knew. Find the science behind the facts to understand more about the world we live in.Packed with facts and supported by science, The WOW and HOW series will intrigue and entertain children aged 7+.Find the other titles in the series too: Dinosaurs, Planet Earth, Space, Transport, Weather

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Book SynopsisCharles Darwin tells the story of this key scientific figure, covering his origins as the son of a wealthy doctor, his famous voyage on HMS Beagle, the development of his evolutionary theories, the publication of On the Origin of Species and his death and burial in Westminster Abbey. For children working through Book Bands, it is suitable for those working at band 12, Brown.Great Scientists are first biographies introducing some of the world''s great scientists, simply retelling their lives and explaining why their work was important. Perfect for children aged 7 plus. Each book has been book banded and includes a timeline and quiz at the end to test what has been learned.

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Book SynopsisNicolaus Copernicus tells the story of this key scientific figure - covering his origins as the son of a merchant through his education in Poland and Italy, his work in astronomy and mathematics, the development of his theories about the Universe and his legacy today. For children working through book bands, it is suitable for those reading at book band 13: grey.Great Scientists are first biographies introducing some of the world''s great scientists, simply retelling their lives and explaining why their work was important. Perfect for children aged 7 plus. Each book has been book banded and includes a quiz at the end to test what has been learned.

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Book SynopsisHeaps of funny facts and cartoons about the human body''s most hilarious features and adaptations!Humans have developed some interesting features and reactions to survive day in and day out on planet Earth. This book''s lively artwork and side-splitting jokes bring these bodily functions alive - and uncover the awesome science of the human body. We''ll explore the stinkiest, the wrinkliest, the loudest and of course the absolutely FUNNIEST human body bits!Funny Nature is a series of books presenting science learning through laughter. 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 PlantsFunny Human Body BitsFunny Pets

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Book SynopsisFrom the top experts in the world of science comes this definitive and clear guide to the world of chemistry, published in partnership with the Royal Society of Chemistry.In Your Expert Guide: Chemistry for Kids, discover the foundations of this crucial and exciting branch of science: learn to think like a chemist, and stay safe in the lab; explore the chemical building blocks of the air we breathe, the water we drink, in rockets and smartphones, in the stars and in our bodies. Get an expert view of how chemistry underpins our understanding of matter on Earth and beyond!Written by Dr Kit Chapman, award-winning science journalist, academic at Falmouth University and global science communicator. Published in partnership with The Royal Society of Chemistry, the internationally renowned nonprofit organisation with the same mission since 1841: to advance excellence in the chemical sciences. With lovely artwork by Linh Dao, see the elements come alive for curious readers aged 8+.Books in the Your Expert Guide series: The Periodic Table, Chemistry for Kids, The Human Body, Biology for Kids

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Book SynopsisA colourful guide to the horrible, shocking and disgusting aspects of the science of plant adaptations and a fantastic way to inspire children in science learning.The book investigates plants from around the world that have some strange and disgusting adaptations in order to survive, from stinging and posionous species to parasitic and carnivorous plants. ''See for yourself'' panels help children relate the science to their everyday world.It is part of the Disgusting Science series, which explores the weird, revolting and shocking aspects of science for children aged 7 plus. It features child-friendly text and fun cartoon illustrations. From plants and life cycles to the human body and animal adaptations, the books offer fun examples to provide ways in to understanding solid scientific principles. Titles in the series: Human Body Horrors, Beastly Animals, Gruesome Plants, Revolting Life Cycles.

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Book SynopsisEvery day brings a new adventure for Professor Hoot - and a new learning experience. There''s a plume of smoke in the distance, it looks like a volcano has erupted! Professor Hoot sets off to investigate all about volcanoes and how they are formed, all while avoiding smoky feathers! Discover other natural distasters, such as earthquakes, tsunamis and landslides - and what to do in such events.An entertaining comic strip approach to KS1 science topics, Professor Hoot''s Science Comics are accessible and full of fun. Each book is an adventure and a chance for readers to learn something new, before testing their knowledge at the end of each book in Professor Hoot''s quiz. Collect each adventure: Big Machines; Dangerous Animals; Dinosaurs; Robots and AI; Space; Volcanoes and Earthquakes.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the most weird, wonderful and wacky aspects of Planet Earth with fun comic strips

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Book SynopsisKatherine Johnson tells the story of this famous figure, whose work for NASA helped the US land astronauts on the moon during the space race.Great Scientists are first biographies introducing some of the world''s great scientists, simply retelling their lives and explaining why their work was important. Perfect for children aged 7 plus. Each book has been book banded and includes a quiz at the end to test what has been learned.

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Book SynopsisJames Patterson has teamed up with the world's most famous genius to entertain and inspire a generation of children – with the first and only children's adventure series officially approved by the Albert Einstein archives.Max Einstein's typical day is not your average 12-year-old's. She...- TEACHES classes at a New York college- Dodges KIDNAPPING attempts with her best friends- Goes on SECRET MISSIONS for her billionaire boss- Has a MYSTERIOUS CONNECTION to Albert EinsteinJust a day in the life of the Change Makers Institute's top agent!A village outside Mumbai is having a water crisis that only a group of kid geniuses can fix – so Max and her friends travel to India. But it's hard to save the world when you're trying not to be kidnapped by a greedy corporation that profits when others suffer – and seems to know your every move. It's almost like the bad guys have a spy inside the Change Makers...Trade ReviewMax Einstein is everything you hope young girls can dream to be: smart, brave, creative, and able to inspire others to be the same. I love this book for all kids who want to dream big and imagine even bigger! -- Mayim BialikAny young readers out there interested in science and adventure... this book is brilliant! -- Tim PeakeIf you're interested in science, mysteries or courageous heroines, this is a must-read! -- Chelsea ClintonLively and astute... an entertaining and thoughtful exploration of perseverance, friendship, creativity, and identity -- Publishers Weekly

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Book SynopsisA story about the hidden world of light... Renowned physicist Alan Lightman, author of Ada and the Galaxies, turns his focus to light waves in a second story for children.There’s only one gift Isabel wants for her birthday: a way to see invisible things. She can hardly think of anything else until the day of her party arrives! Unwrapping a big box, Isabel finds a surprise inside – a glass prism – and a dazzling world of previously invisible colour emerges, lighting up the room around her. What else could be out there, waiting for her eyes to discover?In simple, engaging language, complemented by luminous artwork from bestselling illustrator Ramona Kaulitzki, author and physicist Alan Lightman unveils the hidden world of light waves – the ones you can see and the ones you can’t...Trade ReviewThe story is fictional but the facts that have been packed in are entirely true and the pictures are simply wonderful for the way in which they manage to illuminate everything in just the right way. The physics of light is quite an advanced subject if you ever think of delving into it but, presented here for children in a picture book it is digestible and helps children begin to learn some simple science concepts. * Armadillo Magazine *

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Book SynopsisThe Wild Robot meets Restart whenColorado's unluckiest foster kid battles a rogue AI robot at school! Malcolm Montgomery is the new kid at Shirley Chisholm Charter Middle School. In no time at all, he's been slapped with the weird kid label. Is it because he's a foster kid who's been in nine homes? Or maybe because he burps when he gets nervouswhich is often? Malcolm has a plan to finally get adopted by a forever family before it's too late. But then on Visiting Professionals' Day, his school invites Dr. Alphonse Hatch, founder of Artificial Integrityone of the fastest-growing artificial intelligence companies in the stateto give a presentation. Dr. Hatch brings his robot, and events get set in motion that create...THE INCIDENT. The AI Incident deals with issues like code bias, deep fakes, middle grade friendships, reasonable risk, what constitutes a family, and who deserves nice things.

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Book SynopsisWinner of the 2023 AAAS/Subaru Prize for Excellence in Science BooksAn illustrated book about the digestive system and microbiome for young readers, from famous (and funny) scientist Dr. Jennifer Gardy.Everybody eats, and everybody poops. Pretty ordinary stuff, right?But what happens in between is far from ordinary! That’s where your digestive system—also known as your gut—works its magic.It Takes Guts is an excellent, science-based resource for classroom learning and home-schooling for kids age 9 to 13, with information about: The surprising role that food and digestion play in your mood and immune system. The amazing tools your body uses to break down food including acids, which do their thing without burning a hole in your stomach! The incredible truth that not all bacteria is bad! Billions of “helpful bacteria” belong in your gut. And so much more! Dr.

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Book SynopsisJoin Dennis and Co for over 100 indoor and outdoor activities!Everyone has a little (or a lot) of mischief in them and The Beano Book of Mischief, Mayhem and Fun was made with mischief in mind. Come rain or shine this book will bring out the enjoyment in every situation. Build your own catapult, periscope and miniature bow and arrow. Teach an old dog like Gnasher new tricks and learn about codes and ciphers. Filled with top-secret information, games and activities, this is the perfect book for any boy or girl wanting to have fun. Put down the iPad and pick up The Beano Book of Mischief, Mayhem and Fun. This book will bring fun back to basics, encouraging kids to ditch the devices and head outside. Building, learning and above all getting up to some good, old-fashioned, healthy mischief!Trade ReviewBanish the summer holiday boredom blues and join Dennis and his comical cohorts for over 100 super indoor and outdoor activities! Everyone has a little (or a lot) of mischief in them and The Beano Book of Mischief, Mayhem and Fun! was made with mischief in mind. Come rain or shine, this book will bring out the enjoyment in every situation. Build your own catapult, periscope and miniature bow and arrow. Teach an old dog like Gnasher new tricks and learn about codes and ciphers. Make an awesome time capsule with an airtight box, create a crazy sock puppet and make it talk, find out how old a tree is by using a crafty trick, or make a barmy bird bath for the garden. Filled with nearly 200 pages of top-secret information, games, puzzles and activities, this is the perfect book for any boy or girl wanting to have naughty but nice fun and eager to discover more laughs and creative enjoyment than iPads and tech devices can offer. The Beano Book of Mischief, Mayhem and Fun! is truly a back-to-basics compendium but with all the irresistible chaos of The Beano's madcap stars and that much-loved sense of anarchy. There are games here for all weathers, each guaranteed to engage a child's creativity and joie de vivre, encourage building and learning, and provide hours of good, healthy, old-fashioned fun! * Lancashire Evening Post *Mischief is synonymous with Dennis the Menace and this book is packed full of it, and it will delight children. Dennis could find mischief and cause mayhem anywhere - and children can get the same fun through this book, indoors or out, with over 100 activities to enjoy. There are activities galore - become a juggler, a tastebud triathlon and a super sticky spiderweb for indoors. For outdoors, how about a gushing geyser, a barmy bird bath or a mucky mud face? There's also creative fun plus sports and games, all in colour-coded sections for ease of use. Dennis would love them! The book starts with a list of the essential mischief-making kit to be gathered from around the house. Great fun and full of inspiration that will keep children, boys and girls, happily engaged for many hours, alone or with friends. * Parents in Touch *I think just about everyone reading this blog will have, at one point or another, owned an issue or perhaps an annual from The Beano Comic.It seems incredible to think that the comic is coming up for its 80th Birthday, with the first issue arriving on newsagent shelves on 30th July 1938.It's 2018 and the comic is still going strong, with a whole new generation of artists and authors bringing to life the Beano's enviable collection of miscreants, weirdos and downright cool characters.Front and centre is Dennis the Menace, with his faithful hound Gnasher - and Dennis shows you some of his insider tricks to being a complete menace in the upcoming "Beano Book of Mischief, Mayhem and Fun" coming soon from Studio Press.The book is chock full of brilliant makes and projects that'll definitely help you spend your summer getting up to no good (well, in a fairly lighthearted way!)Construct all manner of amazing contraptions from pencil catapults, to pea shooters, play crazy tricks on hapless adults and don your black and red stripy jersey for japes and hijinks along with a ton of other Beano faves.It's a fantastic activity book and even though we've seen some of the ideas in other 'make' books, these are presented in a cool Beano-esque way. * Read It Daddy *

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Book SynopsisAn introduction to fifty extraordinary discoveries, inventions and designs by inspirational women. Meet incredible inventors from around the world, and learn how inventions happen. A beautifully illustrated guide to remarkable, practical, skillful and amazing inventions which have made their mark.

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Book SynopsisDo you know what you''re made of? The answer is CELLS - about thirty TRILLION of them - all working together to form one awesome human being: YOU.The tiniest building blocks of life are crammed amongst the pages of this book, waiting to be discovered. From individual cells to complex systems, discover how your body moves, grows, breathes, senses, thinks and feels. Find out why you get butterflies in your stomach, how your brain is more complex than the most powerful computer, and that you are home to more bacteria cells than there are stars in the Milky Way.Featuring expansive, artistic illustration that is as beautiful to look at as it is educational, your intricate, incredible cells are worth a closer look.

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Book SynopsisHelpwch eich plentyn i gyrraedd brig y dosbarth trwy gyfrwng y gyfrol dysgu yn y cartref hon gan Carol Vorderman ar gyfer plant 7-9 oed. Mae'n llawn nodiadau a chynghorion defnyddiol am ddatrys problemau mathemategol fydd yn gwneud dysgu mathemateg yn y cartref yn hawdd ac yn hwyl! Addasiad Cymraeg o Problem Solving Made Easy.

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Book SynopsisWhy was Stegosaurus scared of flowers? How long were the spikes on its tail? And did you know the top of Stegosaurus teeth looked like the edge of a cartoon cloud? There is so much to discover about this dinosaur and 7 others in the Ultimate Dinosaur series. What are you waiting for? Pop a dinosaur in your pocket! Introductions from Chris Packham, Steve Backshall and Dr Jane Goodall. These are the most up-to-date dino books in 66 million years, also available in audio download! TV scientist, Professor Ben Garrod, is proud to be a geek as he mixes top level science and humour to prove that science is for everyone. Looking at the evolutionary arms race, prey, predators, place, time, groups and species, Ben reveals new-look dinosaurs. Additional sections include: Ask an Expert, New Science and Fossil Finder as well as quizzes to test your dinosaur knowledge.Trade ReviewHe's the man! The genius is his knowledge; the genius is the man himself! -- Chris Evans * Virgin Radio Breakfast Show *A perfect primer for kids to learn more about the amazing "terrible lizards". * BBC Wildlife Magazine *A celebration of everything that science is really about. * NatSCA *

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Book SynopsisBigfoot, Loch Ness Monster, and more gigantic monsters are they just spooky stories or real monsters? A HiLo read with awesome photography, cool facts, and a wow factor edgy design. A reluctant reader page-turner!

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Book SynopsisA crate has arrived and it's packed with scientific objects from all around the world! Can you assemble them in time for the museum's big opening? Among the spectacular pop-ups to build are a Mars rover, a Watt steam engine, the Wright Flyer, a robotic arm and a human skeleton. In Lonely Planet Kids’ Build Your Own Science Museum, budding scientists can get creative and become an expert with hands-on STEAM activities. Perfect as a project with parents at home or with teachers in the classroom, all of the models featured in this book do not require any scissors or glue. Stunning illustrations and fascinating facts bring the subject matter to life. Learn about the first scientific explorations in Ancient Egypt 5000 years ago, last century’s Space Race and issues that affect the planet today such as global warming. Perfect for science fans of all ages, this follow-up to Build Your Own Dinosaur Museum and Build Your Own History Museum covers a wide range of exciting scientific content including: What Is Science? The Age of Steam The Information Age Flight Planet Earth Exploring Space Electricity and Forces The Human Body Robotics and the Future Science Quiz Future Science About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

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Book SynopsisHop aboard our special mini-bus for an unforgettable tour around the most fascinating destination in the entire Universe - you! In the company of our expert mini body guides, this book will get down to a microscopic level to explore all the various muscles, bones, organs and systems that make up the human body. Get ready to weave through great forests of hair, take a breakneck cruise along an artery (dodging red blood cells on the way) and get up close and personal with enormous eyes, mountainous toes and giant hearts. With a mixture of cartoons, photography and CGI art - and with fun fact-filled text - it's the human body as you've never experienced it before. Content includes: Brain, Nervous System and Senses The Mouth & Digestion Life Support (Heart, blood, muscles and bones) Defence and communication (skin, immune system, kidneys) Building Blocks (cells, DNA, genes) About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

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Book SynopsisFrom BIG BANGS to tiny atoms SCIENCE tells us why things happen. Explore the whys, whats and hows of science and answer all the really BIG questions that curious kids are keen to ask. This playful rhyming book bubbles and bursts with all things scientific, from technology and space to experiments, inventions and the natural world.

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