Children’s / Teenage general interest: Science and technology

Book SynopsisJoin the kids of the Science Club and discover the wonders of weather through a combination of adventure, activity and experiment in this fun, story-based series.It''s the start of a new term at school and the weather is changing. It''s a good time for the Science Club to investigate different types of weather and record how it changes through the year with their home-made weather station. The children also learn how and why Earth''s climate is changing, and what they can all do to help to slow climate change, from turning down the heating to recycling their rubbish.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 Synopsis'Laugh out loud funny - and you'll learn lots too!' - Adam Kay, author of Kay's Anatomy and Kay's Incredible Inventions.'If I had had such a book when I was 10 or 11, I might well have set my sights on becoming a geneticist or some kind of biologist...' - Stephen FryGo on an extraordinary adventure through millions of years of human history and learn the story of our species from evolution to dinosaurs to YOU! Along the way, you will meet kings and queens, Pharaohs and Vikings, and see just how far and wide humans have migrated around the world. You'll discover why we're related to a super cheesy man and that no matter what skin colour you have, language you speak or place you are from - we all share the same small pool of ancestors.Mind-boggling, entertaining and illuminating, this is the epic story of you and everyone who has ever lived!'A BRILLIANT book about biology and belonging. Packed to its covers with fascinating facts, science and joy; I have a ten year old son who will LOVE this book.' - Dr Alice Roberts, author of Wolf Road and The Incredible Human Journey'Funny, silly and utterly rigorous - a book that will inspire awe and wonder in all that read it. It stands a better chance of making the world a better place than any book I've read recently.' - Dr Chris van Tulleken, author of Ultra Processed PeopleTrade ReviewWhatever our skin colour, language or religion, we are all related through the same pool of ancestors, as scientist, writer and broadcaster Rutherford proves. This intriguing study is not just overflowing with information but asks provocative questions about race and the history of racial stereotyping. And it's tremendous fun! -- Sally Morris * Daily Mail *Whatever our skin colour, language or religion, we are all related through the same pool of ancestors, as scientist, writer and broadcaster Rutherford proves. This intriguing study is not just overflowing with information but asks provocative questions about race and the history of racial stereotyping. And it's tremendous fun! -- Sally Morris * Daily Mail *

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Book SynopsisAre you ready to begin your journey through space? Then all you have to do is look up into the night sky. What can you see? Marvel at the twinkling stars, and the constellations that they make. Learn about what different cultures call each shape and what the patterns means to them. Then get ready to venture farther – out into the solar system and past what the naked eye can see. Hop from planet to planet and discover what makes Earth different, or similar, to its celestial neighbours. Marvel at the ways that humans have explored our solar system, and beyond, with space shuttles, rockets and probes. There is a whole wide universe out there, with secrets and mysteries to solve. Grab your telescope and get ready for the intergalactic journey of a lifetime!Trade Review"This is a most impressive galactic guide. The size of this books demands attention – it is almost 28 x 38 cms and is appropriate to the subject matter. As a result, the double page spreads are almost like posters ... A superb volume that creates awe and wonder, informs and inspires." -- Brenda Marshall * The English Association *NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE MONTH: "A visually awesome guide to the cosmos that will keep children in KS2 glued and wanting more. Accessible, yet detailed, this distinctive blend of history, human development, astronomy, and culture is a must for the KS2 school library and children interested in space." -- Tom Tolkien * The School Reading List *“Space Maps is a beautifully constructed adventure through space. The large format, with many double-page spreads, allows for wonderfully clear and enticing illustrations. It is a visual feast of fabulous colours and inventive diagrams which explain complex scientific concepts with ease.” -- George McMahon * The School Librarian *"With fully accessible chunks of fun and fascinating facts from physicist and children’s author Lara Albanese, and a gallery of Tommaso Vidus Rosin’s eye-catching illustrations to marvel at, there is a whole wide universe out there with secrets and mysteries to solve so grab your telescope and head for the stars!" * Lancashire Post *

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Book SynopsisThe latest volume in the bestselling Bite-Size Builds series.If you enjoyed the first Minecraft Bite-Size Builds book, you'll love this second volume, jam-packed with all-new builds for you to try out! Why not collect them both!Featuring a space rocket, super slide, rainbow stables,unicorn statue, jungle shrine, hillside home, lighthouse, fishing shack, hanging home, mineshaft trains, and much more.Learn how to design, build and customise over 20 Minecraft mini-projects. With detailed instructions, block hacks and build tips, this book will encourage you to learn new tricks and polish old skills as you create a wide range of fun, bite-sized builds.Each build is accompanied by exploded views, step-by-step guides and detailed instructions to show you how to complete each build from start to finish. Informative text will help you with your construction understanding, and encourage you to use your new knowledge to create your very own builds.Try our indispensable handbooks for your Minecraft journey:Minecraft Redstone Handbook 978 0008495992Minecraft Survival Handbook 978 0755503452Minecraft Creative Handbook 978 0755500413Minecraft Combat Handbook 978 0755500420Minecraft Explorers Handbook 9780008608507Minecraft Legends Handbook 978 0008595012Brilliant books full of inspiration:Minecraft Bite Size Builds: 978 0755500406Minecraft Super Bite Size Builds 978 0008534127Minecraft Epic Inventions 978 0008496012Minecraft Epic Bases: 978 1405296472Perfect Gifts:Minecraft Maps 978 1405294546Minecraft Blockopedia 978 0755500390Sticker, humour and activity:Minecraft Survival Sticker Book 978 1405288552Minecraft Sticker Adventure Treasure Hunt 978 0755503582Minecraft Sticker Adventure Mobs Attack 978 0008533953Minecraft Joke Book 978 1405295253Minecraft How to Draw 978 0008534028Minecraft Would You Rather 978 0008534028Minecraft Catch the Creeper 978 0755503575

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Book SynopsisA creative fill-in book conceived with the Science Museum to encourage children to think like an inventor by questioning everything and dreaming up new ideas.Table of ContentsGet started: discover your inventing style; hate something, change something; fill your inventing toolbox; spin the wheel of invention; wreck your tech • Amazing Materials: hunt around your house; feed the birds; invent a new use for paper; sweeten some science; engineer your do • Transport and Machines: slide like a snail; ping your prince; pimp your ride; fly like a bird; turn this book into a machine • At home: eat your dinner; imagineer future tech; be a child genius • AI and Robots: design a robot helper; code a bracelet; follow exact instructions • Buildings: make a structure out of people; build a paper skyscraper; tinker with bridges • Helping People and Planet: get wind (to power a machine); save the planet; read without looking; fight off the plastic attack! • This book thinks it’s a tinkering space

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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 Synopsis'I definitely feel better about myself, about being me, after reading this book.' - 11-year-old reader, ToppstaUnderstand neurodiversity and discover how scientific concepts can help you navigate everyday human interactions, and grow up to be your HAPPIEST YOU!As a child, Camilla loved patterns and putting things in order. She was obsessed with Stephen Hawking, and the only language she really understood was science. Diagnosed with autism aged 8, Camilla saw the world very differently.But with science as her sidekick, she was able to translate ideas she could understand, such as photosynthesis and algorithms, onto things she couldn't, such as dealing with emotions and finding your voice. In this unique and brilliant book, Camilla shares her scientific survival guide to growing up, helping neurodiverse young readers navigate the world around them, giving them the courage to grow up perfectly happy in who they are.

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Book SynopsisMary Anning lived about 200 years ago. A bright girl from a poor family living in a small town on the south coast of England, she became a successful fossil hunter, dealer and self-taught scientist. While not fully recognised in her own lifetime because she was a woman and of the wrong social class, she is now heralded as a leading figure in the science of palaeontology, which at the time did not even have a name Her story is well known but there is only one image of her,painted shortly before her death at age 47. She made many of her important discoveries of 'mythical sea dragons' as a teenager and in her twenties. Now, AI technology enables us to tell Mary's exceptional story with brand-new images - for curious readers of all ages and to help inspire today's young fossil entrepreneurs who follow in her wake.Trade Review"A triumph! Concise, empathetic and meticulously accurate. Powerful AI imagery is perfect for readers to step into Mary's shoes as she makes important fossil finds in her teens and twenties... it's just like being there with her at the birth of palaeontology." Dr Paul Davis, Geology Curator at the Lyme Regis Museum; "An ingenious project to bring Mary Anning to life."; Sir David Attenborough, Renowned naturalist and broadcaster; "Genuinely inspirational. Bravo!" Alastair Poulain, Deputy Head, Sherborne Preparatory School; "Mary Anning: Uncovering the past, inspiring the future." ChatGPT, AI research bot

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Book SynopsisFactology: Space is a fact-packed introduction to astronomy presented in maps, timelines, diagrams and statistics. Did you know that the planet Saturn's famous rings are made from individual ice chunks each about the size of a house? Blast through Earth's atmosphere on a mission to learn everything you need to know about our solar system and what lies beyond it! This visually stunning science guide explores the furthest reaches of outer space, including our solar system and galaxy, the secrets of stars and black holes, the history of human space travel, the scientific brilliance of super-powerful telescopes and satellites, and much, much more! Each volume in the Factology series provides a fast-paced and fun introduction to its subject, explaining key concepts and highlighting significant events in a manner that is clear, accessible and entertaining. The KS2 and KS3 school curriculum is consulted when devising each volume, to ensure that the books cover important educational topics, making them a perfect teaching aid for learning history and STEM subjects.

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Book SynopsisOutdoor adventure and makerspace tech combine in this inspiring how-to from the 2020 Guinness World Record holding brothers behind the popular Facebook page The Days Are Just Packed.

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Book SynopsisYoung children can explore and discuss the season of winter with this beautiful non-fiction picture book. Very simple text, high frequency and decodeable words and strong art-to-text matching make this a perfect book for early readers. It also features questions to encourage readers to relate the information to their own experiences.It is part of the series ''I Love the Seasons'' which helps young children aged 4+ to discover the seasons. The books are great for seasonable topics and projects in the early years.Table of Contents 1: Winter 1: Winter weather 1: Snow and ice 1: Keeping warm 1: Winter clothes 1: Trees in winter 1: Warming food 1: Birds in winter 1: Surviving the cold 1: Winter coats 1: Fun in the snow 1: Winter sports 1: Winter festivals 1: Looking forward to spring 1: Index

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Book SynopsisFrom award-winning author Dagmar Geisler, in collaboration with illustrator Nikolai Renger, a brand-new series for elementary school students about social-emotional learning and physical and mental health. The internet can be a scary place, for children and adults alike. How can you be sure that who you're talking to isn't a troll, and that they're telling you the truth? How can you be sure that the photos and information you share with family and friends will remain private? Luckily, the Net-Experts, Madison and Luke, are making a list for you about how to behave on the internet in a way that will help keep you and your information out of the wrong hands, will help you avoid bullies and trolls, and help you know how to respond in difficult and uncomfortable situations that may arise.How Can I Be Safe Online? is a strong conversation-starter for adults and children and is also a practical guide.

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Book SynopsisLearn how to be a dinosaur detective and join a team of palaeontologists as they go on an expedition and dig for clues!

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Book SynopsisA vibrant introduction to the science of light the extraordinary energy that illuminates our world. Have you ever watched the sky at night? Even when it looks very dark outside, the night sky is never completely black. There is always LIGHT on our planet. From the author of bestselling Nano, comes a fascinating non-fiction picture book exploring the science of light. From the complexities of the night sky to the inner workings of rainbows, learn all about the mind-bending science of light. With words by Dr Jess Wade a highly skilled physicist and trailblazing campaigner for diversity in STEM fields and beautiful, dynamic pictures by artist Ana Sanfelippo, this is the perfect book for budding young scientists and engineers: a way of stepping beyond their school textbooks to fascinating real-world science.

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Book SynopsisLearn all about your body and mind in this dynamic new fact-filled children's book from #1 bestselling author and global fitness phenomenon Joe Wicks!From Joe Wicks fitness phenomenon and creator of PE with Joe and Activate comes a breakthrough book to get young readers moving and feeling good. Inspiring and motivating, and fully illustrated throughout, Fitter, Healthier, Happier! is an accessible look at the key ingredients to a healthy, happy body: exercise, nutrition, sleep and a healthy mind.With four information-packed chapters, Joe talks readers through everything they need to know about having a healthy body:KNOW YOUR BODY: Why do we need a healthy body? Find out what happens to our heart and lungs when we exercise, and how do our skeleton and muscles help us to run, jump and dance.FUEL YOUR BODY: Join Joe on a tasty tour of everything from carbs to minerals find out about eating well, nutrition and fuelling your body to ensure you always have plenty of energy.MOVE YOUR BODY: With handy tips and exercises, grow skills such as flexibility, balance and speed, and get an insight into why these are so important to our physical and mental health. Did you know that exercising every day can boost your brain power?FOCUS YOUR BODY: A healthy body and a healthy mind go hand in hand! Joe will help you with top-level tips about finding a sport or exercise you love, getting a good night's sleep, reducing your stress and worry, and finding a calmer mindset.Written in Joe's energetic, relatable and motivating voice which powered so many families through lockdown this is an informative and fun journey through your body and mind, with plenty of inspiring ideas and activities, and brought to life with amazing black-and-white illustrations by Kate Sutton.

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Book SynopsisThis board book version of Marie Curie – an international bestseller from the Little People, BIG DREAMS series – introduces the youngest dreamers to this Nobel Prize–winning scientist. When Marie was young, she was unable to go to college because she was a woman. But when she was older, her scientific work was respected around the world. Her discoveries of radium and polonium dramatically helped in the fight against cancer, and she went on to win the Nobel Prize for Physics! Babies and toddlers will love to snuggle as you read to them the engaging story of this brilliant woman, and will also enjoy exploring the stylish and quirky illustrations of this sturdy board book on their own.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback and paperback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

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Book SynopsisJoin the kids of the Science Club and discover the human body through a combination of adventure and activity in this fun, story-based series for young scientists everywhereThe 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. Each story features sweet, humorous illustrations and includes simple experiments for readers to try for themselves. Perfect for readers aged five and up.Ouch! Jiang''s tooth has fallen out and his gum is bleeding. Mrs Khan thinks it''s a great way to start the Club''s latest topic - the human body. The kids find all about the different organs and how they work together. They also take a virtual trip round the digestive system and learn how to keep their bodies healthy.Titles in the series:ElectricityPlantsRocks & FossilsStates of MatterLightSoundHabitatsWeatherForces & MagnetsThe Human Body

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Book SynopsisThe officially licensed How a Jeep Wrangler Works is a sturdy board book designed for curious kids who love big wheels and bold rides. Kids will learn about the fun colors of Jeep Wranglers, how the doors and roof are removable, 4-wheel drive, fender flares, and more! This book fuels curiosity and turns reading time into a playful ride.

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Book SynopsisRosie Dickins (Author) Rosie Dickins grew up in England and Hong Kong. An avid reader, she always loved dreaming up her own stories. After studying literature at Oxford University, art in Paris and plenty of travelling, she settled in London, where she works for Usborne Publishing. She has written over a hundred children's books, from award-winning information books to fiction.Trade ReviewA child-friendly intro to how computers are built, what they do and how they work. * Nursery World *A fun introduction to what can be seen as quite a technical subject. * LoveReading4Kids *A good, useful guide and helpful for young coders. * Evening Standard *A really first-class introduction for a wide age group. * Books for Keeps *Brings a really difficult topic to a level children can master. * LoveReading4Kids *

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Book SynopsisFeatures photographs that reveal the secrets of the micro world, from algae to atoms, dust to DNA and flies' eyes to flu viruses. This title offers practical information on buying and taking care of microscopes, and over 20 step-by-step projects for use with your own microscope.

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Book SynopsisPenguin Readers is an ELT graded reader series for learners of English as a foreign language. With carefully adapted text, new illustrations and language learning exercises, the print edition also includes instructions to access supporting material online.Titles include popular classics, exciting contemporary fiction, and thought-provoking non-fiction, introducing language learners to bestselling authors and compelling content.The eight levels of Penguin Readers follow the Common European Framework of Reference for language learning (CEFR). Exercises at the back of each Reader help language learners to practise grammar, vocabulary, and key exam skills. Before, during and after-reading questions test readers'' story comprehension and develop vocabulary.No Rules Rules, a Level 4 Reader, is A2+ in the CEFR framework. The text is made up of sentences with up to three clauses, introducing more complex uses of present perfect simple, passives, phrasal verbs and simple relative clauses. It is well supported by illustrations, which appear regularly.Reed Hastings started Netflix with Marc Randolph in 1997. Their company has completely changed how we watch TV and films. In this book, Reed explains the secret to the company''s success and how at Netflix, there really are NO rules.Visit the Penguin Readers websiteExclusively with the print edition, readers can unlock online resources including a digital book, audio edition, lesson plans and answer keys.

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Book SynopsisPacked with stunning photography, Eyewitness Periodic Table explores the building blocks of our universe.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating world of chemical elements, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of their many different properties and uses. Children will be mesmerised by where each element comes from and what it is used for, like how precious gold protects astronauts in space.This unique, beautifully illustrated guide reveals the concise history of chemistry, scientific pioneers, and the creation of the first periodic table. Using striking full-colour photographs and illustrations, discover why nitrogen and oxygen are essential to our survival, what makes the metal mercury so unusual, and much more.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on chemical elements, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new eyewitness feature- A

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Book SynopsisThe Royal Institution is a leading independent charity dedicated to connecting as many people as possible with the world of science. It was founded in 1799 and has an international reach, working with world-leading scientists.This book's author, Peter Gallivan currently works at King's College London. Prior to this, he was the RI's Family Programme Manager, organising a diverse range of hands-on STEM-focused activities for families and young people, and proving his passion for sharing his science knowledge.The book's illustrator, Robbie Cathro, lives in Bristol, UK. He loves to make fun, colourful, and charismatic work, and hopes to create playful compositions that translate the mood and atmosphere of the work he's illustrating. His debut picture book Be Your Own Man', is out now in Australia, Germany, Poland, Spain, and Japan.

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Book SynopsisGeorge''s pet pig breaks through the fence into the garden next door - introducing him to his new neighbours: the scientist, Eric, his daughter, Annie, and a super-intelligent computer called Cosmos. And from that moment George''s life will never be the same again, for Cosmos can open a portal to any point in outer space . . . Written by science educator Lucy Hawking and her father - the most famous scientist in the world - and illustrated by Garry Parsons, George''s Secret Key to the Universe will take you on a rollercoaster ride through space to discover the mysteries of our universe.Trade ReviewIt is like a Dr Who adventure, inspiring curiosity and amazement. It makes a case for the relevance and fascination of physics, and for the importance of scientists and eco-warriors working together to save the planet. With a happy circularity, the plot depends on a recent discovery: Hawking Radiation, the leaking of particles out of black holes until they destroy themselves * The Sunday Times *Gripping, informative and funny * The Bookseller *A true beginner's guide to A Brief History of Time * Publishers Weekly *A delightful book for young readers * Independent *A terrific page-turner that will be a revelation to every young reader who has ever looked into the skies and wondered * Education Today *

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Book SynopsisMatthew writes books for Usborne about all sorts of subjects, including history, science and Planet Earth. Before he did this, he studied English at university and worked for the BBC where he made funny radio programmes. He lives in London and spends his weekends visiting its many museums and exploring different parts of the city.

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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 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.The Science Club''s pet hamster, Einstein, is a bit restless in his cage, so Mrs Khan suggests that the Science Club start investigating animal and plant habitats. They discover the huge range of different habitats around the world, from the school pond to the vast Amazon rainforest, and find out how animals adapt to live in particular places. At the end of the project, the Science Club use what they have learned to make Einstein''s cage even betteTitles in the series:LightElectricityRocks & FossilsStates of MatterForces & MagnetsPlantsThe Human BodyHabitatsSoundWeather

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Book SynopsisScience FACTopia! is the sixth title in the bestselling FACTopia! series. Follow an ingenious trail of 400 facts about space, animals, rocks and crystals, virtual reality, the body, coding, 3D printing, engineering, plants, fungi, maths and more, where each fact is connected to the next in entertaining and unexpected ways. You’ll meet a parrot called Squawkzilla, find out about the fastest muscles in the body, discover gems that can change colour and learn about black holes that ‘burp’. Lavishly illustrated with witty illustrations that combine artwork and photography, and verified by the experts at Encyclopaedia Britannica, Science FACTopia! brings STEM topics to life with facts children will be desperate to share with their friends and family.Trade ReviewSelected as one of the best children’s books coming out in Spring 2024 -- The School Reading List

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