Children’s / Teenage general interest: Science and technology

Book SynopsisStep up your science knowledge with Step Into Science and discover the science of light! In Step Into Science: Light, find out about how light comes to Earth from the Sun; when shadows form and how light moves. With the help of a cast of funny blobby characters, you''ll explore why certain materials reflect light and discover how to make a shadow puppet theatre. Colourful and quirky illustrations make these core science topics exciting and fresh and encourage interaction with the subject.Written to support the National Curriculum at Key Stage 2, each title explores key scientific topics through a combination of concise information and fun experiments. Perfect for readers aged 7+Titles in the series:ElectricityForces & MagnetsHabitatsLightPlantsRocks & SoilSoundThe BodyTable of Contents 1: Lights in the sky 1: What else makes light? 1: Light and materials 1: Dull, bright and shiny 1: A mirror 1: Darkness and light 1: Dark and light test 1: Shadows 1: The length of shadows 1: Shadows and time 1: Shadow shapes 1: Shadow size 1: Glossary 1: Answers to the activities and questions 1: Index

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Book SynopsisJoin a friendly mechanic for a day working on a research base and out on the ice. Learn about the challenges of surviving in the Antarctic, explore the incredible landscape and meet the local wildlife, as you discover all the amazing and important science that is being done down in the South Pole.Trade ReviewAll told in comic panels, the information is interesting and easy to digest. * WRD Magazine *

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Book SynopsisAlex Frith (Author) Alex Frith has been writing Usborne books since 2005. His diverse output covers such titles as 'See inside Your Head', 'Stories of Thor' and 'Politics for Beginners'. He has spoken at multiple festivals about his book '100 Things to Know About Space'. Alex can be found in London.Darran Stobbart (Author) Darran spent a decade as children's bookseller in Durham. He studied crime scene and forensic science at university. It's handier than you'd expect. He collects useless facts, and writes about lots of subjects - especially science. He is passionate about stories, music, and will talk about octopuses at great length.

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Book SynopsisThis book takes you on a fascinating journey deep inside the Earth. From the rocky, moving plates that make up the surface, to the core hotter than the Sun, lift the flaps to discover what explodes out of volcanoes, how nearly everything we use each day comes from under the ground, how digging down can take you back in time, and even where the water we drink comes from.

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Book SynopsisTechnology and engineering surround us. From HUGE things, like spaceships and skyscrapers, to much smaller things like the toaster in our kitchen and the shoes on our feet. But all of these things only exist because of seven small inventions: the nail, the wheel, the spring, the magnet, the lens, the pump and ... string. And each of these inventions has a fascinating story to tell.Travel through centuries of history, through ancient Egypt, along the Silk Road, across the high seas and even into space, and discover how each of these seven small inventions came to be, how they work and how they changed the world forever. Find out how it''s thanks to the potter''s wheel that the International Space Station exists, and how the same nails that built pirate ships hold together the tallest buildings in the world. In this children''s illustrated adaptation of her adult book, Nuts and Bolts, award-winning engineer

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Book SynopsisChemistry? No problem! This Big Fat Notebook covers everything you need to know during a year of high school chemistry class, breaking down one big bad subject into accessible units. Learn to study better and get better grades using mnemonic devices, definitions, diagrams, educational doodles, and quizzes to recap it all. Including: - Atoms, elements, compounds and mixtures- The periodic table- Quantum theory- Bonding- The mole- Chemical reactions and calculations - Gas laws - Solubility - pH scale- Titrations - Le Chatelier's principle...and much more!Trade Review"Excellent supplements for standard textbooks, offering readers friendly introductions to foundational concepts while using plain language, clear examples, and end-of-chapter quizzes to reinforce key concepts." —Booklist

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Book SynopsisDiscover the intricate workings of the natural world!Understand how nature has shaped the world, through fun illustrated flowcharts that demonstrate STEM processes and consequences.What happens when a volcano erupts, a crocodile attacks or when the Sun goes out? Actions in the natural world can have a dramatic effect on the whole planet.Nature at Work explores the relationships between things in the natural would, the actions and reactions, and what happens when processes don't go according to plan. From tiny incidents to giant events, discover how cause and effect work in the natural world and beyond. This bumper book is perfect for curious kids aged 9+ Other title:Humans at Work 9781526316424Table of Contents 1: Cause and Effect 2: The Big Bang 3: Volcanic Eruption! 4: Birth of an Island 5: Earthquake! 6: Tsunami! 7: Flash Flood! 8: Avalanche! 9: Hurricane! 10: Wildfire! 11: When the Sea Eats the Land 12: Water Pressure! 13: Watch Out! Crocodiles About 14: The Tentacled Terror! 15: The Snake the Stuffs Itself 16: The Dragon’s Bite 17: Salmon Spawners 18: Piranha Danger! 19: Ant Antics 20: The Crazy-ant Menace! 21: Moth Love Potion 22: The Cat with a Sore Paw 23: The Lonely Rhinos 24: Orangutan Orphans 25: Soaked! 26: Look out Below! 27: The Fight for Life 28: When the Sun Goes Out 29: Glossary 30: Find Out More 31: Index

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Book SynopsisDiscover the intricate workings and consequences of human actions!Understand how humans have shaped the world, their actions and reactions, through fun illustrated flowcharts that demonstrate STEM processes and consequences. What happens when an astronaut needs to wee, when a bridge collapses or when too many trees get chopped down? The actions humans take can have a dramatic effect on ourselves and the world around us.Humans at Work explores the relationships between people and things, their actions and reactions, and what happens when processes don't go according to plan. From tiny incidents to giant events, discover how cause and effect work in the human world and beyond. This bumper book is perfect for curious kids aged 9+Other title:Nature at Work 9781526315953Table of Contents 1: Cause and Effect 2: Growing Up and Growing Old 3: Running Late 4: Breaking Bones 5: Fuelling Up 6: Waste into Wee 7: Having a Week in Zero-G 8: Space Life 9: Lost in Space! 10: Mission to the Moon! 11: Plane Panic! 12: Train Off Track! 13: Car Trouble 14: Road to Danger 15: Bridge Blow 16: Tunnel Trouble! 17: Concrete Catastrophe 18: Shaking Skyscrapers 19: Roller Coaster on Hold 20: The Breaker Point 21: 3D Drama 22: Paper Mashup 23: Polar Peril 24: On the Hunt 25: First Contact 26: Forest Gold 27: Slash and Burn 28: Overheating Earth 29: Glossary 30: Finding out more 31: 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 SynopsisLearn all about time with Mo the Monster and his friends in this fun first science book for children aged 5+.When Mo is late for a football match he knows it really is time to learn about time! Through the course of a year with Monster FC he is going to learn about minutes, hours, days, seasons, how monsters (and humans) change with time and much more! 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/Materials/States of Matter/Plants/The Seasons/TimeContentsMo misses practice! Dividing the year Dividing days Animals and time Growing Mo More minutes in every match Time and speed Getting old Football in winter A date in the calendar Days getting longer Counting the seconds The football season ends GlossaryBooks to read and Places to visit AnswersTable of Contents 1: Mo misses practice! 1: Dividing the year 1: Dividing days 1: Animals and time 1: Growing Mo 1: More minutes in every match 1: Time and speed 1: Getting old 1: Football in winter 1: A date in the calendar 1: Days getting longer 1: Counting the seconds 1: The football season ends 1: Glossary 1: Books to read and Places to visit Answers

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Book SynopsisExplore the science of slopes and wedges, which are key physical science concepts. Young children will enjoy the fun illustrations and learn from the simple diagrams. The book encourages the reader to see science in action in their everyday lives. It is perfect for budding scientists who are curious about machines and how they work, and allows readers to encounter this STEM topic in an approachable way. For children progressing through book bands, it is suitable for children at Book Band 6: Orange.The book is part of the Simple Technology series for children aged 5+, which is perfect for Science and Design and Technology learning. Titles in the series:LeversPulleysSlopesWheels

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Book SynopsisA humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about light. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying dog by scaring him with a terrifying shadow. But, Evil Beetle doesn''t know enough about science to make the plan work! The hilarious story is full of facts about light and shadows 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 10: White.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 Alar

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Book SynopsisA humorous science comic-book story that explains key concepts about plants. Loveable anti-heroine Evil Beetle thinks she can get rid of an annoying kid by growing a rose and making itching powder. But, Evil Beetle doesn''t know enough about science to make the plan work! The hilarious story is full of facts about plants 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 9: Gold.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 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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Book SynopsisExplore weird, wonderful and mind-blowing tech and discover the tech breakthroughs that are shaping the future. Super Tech is a high-interest STEM series that groups tech by use/topic. The books are alternate fact-card examples of the tech in action and more detailed case studies which spotlight a specific piece of tech, pulling out its key features with labels describing how it works and what''s so cool about it. Speech bubbles and humorous illustrations make this a fun approach to understanding how tech works. Perfect for reader 7 and up.

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Book SynopsisPeel back, take apart and get inside the awesome science of the human body, then put it back together again!Inside Info: Taking Apart the Human Body is full of the fast-pumping, electric and surprising features of our insides. Working inwards from the outermost body bits - our millions of hairs and many layers of protective skin - to the very centre of our bones, we get to know the parts and processes keeping our body running. Finally, see how our cells build up and bring together each part, and how doctors get up-close ''inside info'' every day using amazing tech, such as, MRIs, X-rays and ultrasound.Inside Info is a stylish and engrossing series of books diving into the layers of things kids are curious about - giving them the chance to pull it all apart and put it back together again, while learning STEM fundamentals! Perfect for readers aged 7 and up.The series presents the Inside Info of: A Supercar, A Rocket, A Rollercoaster, A T. rex, The Human Body and A Coral Reef

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Book SynopsisJoin a group of four kid detectives and help them find out about STEM while developing problem solving, observation and deduction, and investigating skills

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Book SynopsisPrepare to meet 66 exceptionally brave adventurers in this celebration of monumental achievements from around the world. Mountaineers, conquerors, explorers, sailors, pilots and many others who accomplished amazing feats of bravery and triumph are waiting to be discovered in Simon Cheshire’s outstanding, Epic Tales of Triumph and Adventures, vibrantly illustrated by Fatti Burke. These are the astonishing true stories of just a few of the world’s most daring men and women who defied all odds to achieve their goals and make their dreams come true. Drive across the world, avoiding danger around every corner, with Aloha Wanderwell on The Million Dollar Wager, dive to the deepest depths of the dark and unexplored ocean with Jacques Piccard, climb to the highest peak of Mount Everest with Junko Tabei or tumble over Niagara Falls in a barrel with Annie Edson Taylor. There is no adventure too big or small for this fearless group of men and women! This collection of outstanding adventurers is sure to inspire the next generation of courageous risk takers. With bright and vibrant artwork from the effortlessly talented Fatti Burke, Epic Tales of Triumph and Adventure will make you want to reach for the stars … and don’t let anyone stand in your way!Trade ReviewWith a two-page spread for each of the sixty-six figures, this book is a pleasure to dip into or to read straight through ... * CBI Reading Guide 2019-20 *

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Book SynopsisCould we ever bring dinosaurs back to life?What are atoms made of?How do plants know where to grow?Why are brains all wrinkly?Glenn Murphy, author of Why Is Snot Green? and How Loud Can You Burp?, is back to answer these and a lot of other brilliant questions in this wonderfully funny and fascinating book that covers all of the science, medicine and engineering an 8 year old needs to know.Test your knowledge with quick quizzes and amazing activities. With brilliant illustrations by Al Murphy. With a nod to the the school curriculum, chapters include:Animals, Evolution and ExtinctionAtoms, Elements and ExplosionsPlants, Habitat and ClimateEnergy, Power and MachinesGrowth, Healing and Disease

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Book SynopsisMax Einstein is never going to be your average 12-year-old kid. She . . .is on the run from a group of villainstalks to Albert Einsteinspends time searching for information on her parentssaves the world with the help of her genius friendsTotally not ordinary stuff - unless you're Max Einstein!Now Max and her friends are back and ready to take on their biggest problem yet: world hunger. While the Change Makers tackle this huge issue, Max must also avoid the evil Corp and her nemesis, Dr. Zimm. But they're not the only ones looking for Max, and as she finds herself on the run, she discovers that Einstein created a time machine. And it might give her clues to her past - her distant past . . .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 perserverance, friendship, creativity, and identity -- Publishers Weekly

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Book Synopsis This dazzling nonfiction book is a visual and conceptual exploration of motion across time and space! Nothing in the universe is in a state of absolute rest. The Earth, its oceans, its atmosphere, and even the continents are in continuous motion. After all, the entire universe is constantly expanding. Add in the movement of humans and animals, and you’ll realize that the whole world is constantly on the move! From the history of navigation and modes of transportation, to the trajectories of human populations around the globe, to astonishing animal migration patterns, On the Move is an engaging, informative, and visually dazzling overview of movement across time and space.

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Book SynopsisIntroduce babies and toddlers to basic concepts of astronomy and astrophysics with this illustrated board book.From atoms to black holes, the composition of stars, Earth’s orbit, and more, this educational book explains astrophysics to the youngest scientists. ABCs of Astrophysics helps break down difficult vocabulary and ideas, and is a great STEM gift for kids. You will encourage an interest in science and reading from an early age. Learn about the physical nature of stars and other celestial bodies as you take your baby through the alphabet.ABCs of Astrophysics will: Spark curiosity in little ones and start them on a lifetime of learning and discovery Explore essential concepts of the universe for each letter of the alphabet Promote reading comprehension, cognitive development, and introduce new vocabulary Give your little astrophysicist a jump-start on learning with simple and colorfully illustrated explanations. Explore astrophysics from A to Z with baby-friendly content in ABCs of Astrophysics.

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Book SynopsisHi!! I''m Epi Dermis, but my friends just call me Skin!Raise your hands if you sweat, tan, itch, have hair, or have freckles!  I''ve been feeling pretty sensitive lately because everybody has something to say about me. But people don''t always tell the truth.My color doesn''t make me fast, strong, smart, or scary. I just want to shout, It''s just skin, silly! [A]n irresistibly brilliant, pitch-perfect page-turner that should be a must-read in every Pre-K and Elementary School in our country.  Henry Louis Gates JrAn illustrated children''s book on the evolution of skin color, based on a collective 40+ years of peer-reviewed research from expert anthropologist Dr. Nina Jablonski and historian Dr. Holly Y. McGee, with a special foreword from celebrated literary critic and historian Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr.Meet Epi Dermis, your kid''s quirky, clever guide to the origin of skin color! Using simple science and interactive activities, Epi takes readers on an adventure through human history to find out why skin is the hardest working organ in the body business. Whether it's how migration and climate changed our skin''s need for melanin, to why sweat is your body's secret superpower, Epi's got all the factsand uses them to challenge false narratives about race and give kids the information they need to do the same.

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Book SynopsisEngineers are clever problem solvers who invent and build machines and other objects. To do their jobs they use LOTS of science. In this title for early readers, the Little Scientists meet engineers who use scientific equipment to invent machines that help us in our everyday lives, build spacecraft and even develop and build high-tech artificial limbs for children. This colourful, quirky and delightful first look at the work of an engineer will help young readers develop a love of reading and of science.

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Book SynopsisBright New World is a lavishly illustrated glimpse into a future not too far from our own time a world in which today''s children have grown up and tackled the world''s most pressing social and environmental problems. In a series of lush, detailed scenes, readers will enter a world of solar-powered vehicles, regenerated rainforests, skyscraper farms, insect-based snacks, recovering coral reefs, wave-powered electricity, and much more.Bright New World''s vision may be bold and optimistic, but everything in the book is based on genuine science, including many projects which are currently being developed. Once readers have seen the possible bright future, they will also learn all about the perils facing the Earth, as well as the solutions to each problem, with practical steps that they can take to help save the planet and make the dream a reality.As well as profiling the biggest names in eco-innovation today, readers will learn about today''s young invent

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Book SynopsisThis title features 16 easy-to-follow experiments for learning fun. You can find out how electricity and magnetism works! You can play a magnetic fishing game, make fancy patterns in iron filings, create a flashing lighthouse, and much more. Lively photographs and illustrations show children carrying out the practical projects in simple stages, making learning accessible and fun. A detailed glossary explains all the science terms used. It is perfect for school use by 5- to 7-year-olds. It includes safety instructions for children and guidance notes for grown-ups using this book to teach at home. What do magnets attract? How does electricity travel? Can you see a magnetic field? How does a torch work? All of these questions and many others are answered in this exciting book, which explores the different aspects of magnetism and electricity. Use magnets to move toy boats, and have a hair-raising time with static electricity. This series introduces younger readers to science in a structured but interesting way. Each book in the range explores a different field of science. Fun activities encourage young children to explore and learn about the world around them, and complement the scientific points outlined in the simple introductory text.

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Book SynopsisBook 6 in the hardback series – Racing Trains Peter's Railway is a story about a young boy who lives at Grandpa's farm. After building a miniature railway across the farm and then completing an amazing 5 mile extension to the line, Peter is ready for some more thrilling adventures. As their engineering skills progress the children are given more responsibility on the railway, and are delighted when they are given the task of completing a model Stirling Single locomotive – a perfect project for the summer! After watching the mainline train thunder past their miniature railway, the children were asking how fast was it travelling, and how fast could Fiery Fox go? Peter, always one for tinkering and creating things, comes up with just the ticket to measure speed – a computer-powered speedometer This leads to all sorts of adventures and the inevitable races along the track to test out Peter’s new invention and to find out how fast trains can go! As in the previous books in the series, there is technical information and diagrams at the end of relevant chapters. In this book the topics explored are: how wheel size affects speed, pistons speed, work, power, computer programs, boilers, and much more…Table of ContentsChapter 1 Fast Running Chapter 2 The Eight Foot Stirling Singles Chapter 3 Old No. 1 Arrives Chapter 4 A Computer-Powered Speedometer Chapter 5 Smoke Fire Water Chapter 6 Fiery Fox Flat Out Chapter 7 Speed and Power Chapter 8 The Duchess Express Chapter 9 Come on Baby! Chapter 10 Faraday at Full Speed Chapter 11 Painting the Old Lady Chapter 12 Slow Motion

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Book SynopsisStep up your science knowledge with Step Into Science and discover the science of the body! In Step Into Science: The Body, discover what happens inside your body; the way muscles and bones work together and what happens to your food as it is digested. With the help of a cast of funny blobby characters, you''ll explore the ways you can keep your body healthy and find out about animal bodies and food chains.Colourful and quirky illustrations make these core science topics exciting and fresh and encourage interaction with the subject.Written to support the National Curriculum at Key Stage 2, each title explores key scientific topics through a combination of concise information and fun experiments. Perfect for readers aged 7+Titles in the series:ElectricityForces & MagnetsHabitatsLightPlantsRocks & SoilSoundThe BodyTable of Contents 1: Animal bodies 1: The human skeleton 1: Muscles 1: Animal skeletons 1: Movement in animals 1: Teeth 1: The digestive system 1: The circulatory system 1: Nutrients 1: A balanced diet 1: What animals eat 1: Food chains 1: Glossary 1: Answers to the activities and questions 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisEvery day brings a new adventure for Professor Hoot - and a new learning experience. At sunrise, Professor Hoot sets off to plan a new lesson before accidentally flying through a rift in time! Wait - are those dinosaurs? Time to get closer (but not too close) and discover fearsome predators, like Tyrannosaurus rex, flying reptiles called pterosaurs, and watch what happened to wipe out the dinosaurs. 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 SynopsisThis Book Will Save the Planet is a vital and timely illustrated study of the climate crisis which tells us exactly what we can do to help save the world we live in.Trade Review"A call-in for the next generation, equipping readers with knowledge and a framework to create change – part of the publisher’s Empower the Future series.” * The Bookseller *“A rousing investigation into the climate crisis. Part of the “Empower the Future” series, and one of Quarto’s lead titles for August.” * The Bookseller *'Dany's book is approachable, her methods accessible to all and she wants us to see that if we protect the planet then we are also protecting ourselves. She presents us with activities, things we can think about, things we can put into action, at the end of each chapter. She also gives us calls to action. In essence gives us the tools we need to make a difference and explains throughout why it matters.’ * Armadillo Magazine *

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Book SynopsisIn 1831, at only 22 years old, Darwin was offered the position of Naturalist on HMS Beagle's world voyage. He was set to become a clergyman but returns after five years at sea an inspired genius. This book follows the journey of HMS Beagle, showing life on-board the ship for Darwin, the captain, crew and the expedition's artist. The reader sees Darwin discovering and observing insect life in Brazil, fossils in Argentina , earthquakes in Chile and turtles in the Galapagos Islands. The reader is therefore able to follow the steps which led to Darwin's inspired theory of evolution, while also showing the adventures and escapades he had during the voyage. A fascinating and colourful story of Darwin's life, this book also introduces young readers to one of the world's most important scientists and his discoveries. It concludes with a simple explanation of the theory of evolution. Written by an outstanding team in the field of children's non-fiction, this is a book to enlighten and inspire young readers.To watch a video describing Darwin's theory of evolution click Trade ReviewThe inviting illustrations and manageable blocks of text will attract a wide range of readers. || A beautiful gift for any KS2 child who is curious about natural history. Because of the careful balancing of differing points of view, the book could also be effectively used to introduce the work of Darwin to a KS2 class as part of a science curriculum. || Book of the Month: Cleverly mixes cartoon style graphics with factual text. || Well-illustrated, a collection of scenes that you can imagine Darwin recalling in later life. In fact, you can almost see it as what the contents of Darwin's photoalbum would have been like had his life been recorded in photographs... This is a book that will work superbly well as a teaching aid. || Royal Society Young People's Book Prize: The story offers insight into his amazing understanding of evolution developed through a life in contact with nature - and in doing so leaves a feeling that we, too, might conceive of grand things someday. || A clever book that captured my and the kids' imagination. Mich Manning and Brita Granstro m should be congratulated.

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Book SynopsisThis fascinating and beautifully illustrated book spans the complete length and breadth of the topic of conservation, which is more important today than ever before.Combining history with science, this deeply insightful book charts the changes in our understanding and relationship with conservation, from the beginnings of the planet when humans didn’t consider their impact on their surroundings, to the modern world and what we can do to protect our natural resources today. Earth’s natural resources include air, minerals, plants, soil, water, and wildlife. Conservation is the care and protection of these resources so that they can persist for future generations. It includes maintaining diversity of species, genes, and ecosystems, as well as functions of the environment, such as nutrient cycling. As well as discovering the effects conservation could have across the world, this boTrade Review"From the Story Of series comes this comprehensive first book of conservation. It explores the key issues around conservation using simple yet informative bite-sized text.” * The Bookseller - Back To School Issue *"This is a great book to educate youngsters and does not shy away from huge problems about conservation." * Books for Keeps *

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