Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

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 SynopsisFundamental and FUN first science concepts for kids, and the great thing is: there are robots!What is Sound? ... a superstar adventure! is a fun story that leads children through the sources and features of sound, on tour with their favourite robot rock band: BOOM! Flash, Bolt, Jet and Volt, the super-powered robots who make up the band, learn these fundamentals of science as they spend an awesome day preparing for a big show on their world tour.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 Sound? ... a superstar adventure! is a fun story that leads children through the sources and features of sound, on tour with their favourite robot rock band: BOOM! Flash, Bolt, Jet and Volt, the super-powered robots who make up the band, learn these fundamentals of science as they spend an awesome day preparing for a big show on their world tour.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 guid

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Book SynopsisThe perfect guides to being inspired by science and motivated to master it through the exploration of its use in different fields of study.What is meteorology? What do meteorologists do? How do we predict the weather? These are just a few questions that are answered in Science-Ology! Meteorology. Find out about the pioneering work of scientists through the ages, explore the tools and skills needed to be a meteorologist and discover how scientists can recreate mini hurricanes and tornadoes in labs to study them. The Science-Ology series explores high interest branches of science and how scientists study them. Through case studies from around the world, the books investigate the real-world relevance of researching these different areas of science. Readers will discover the tools, methods and uses for each featured field as well as what skills and traits are needed to succeed in them. Filled with fun artwork and photos, this series aimed at readers 9 and up is sure to inspire careers in science.Written by award-winning author Anna Claybourne and reviewed by experts in each field.Table of Contents 1: A whole world of weather 1: The science of weather 1: Up in the air 1: Highs and lows 1: Weather stations 1: CASE STUDY: Willis Island weather station 1: Flying high 1: Space satellites 1: CASE STUDY: Typhoon alert! 1: Computer power 1: Making models 1: Making maps 1: Weather forecasts 1: CASE STUDY: In the studio 1: Weather disasters 1: Climate change 1: CASE STUDY: Out on the ice 1: The global ecosystem 1: Weatherproof! 1: Can we control the weather? 1: Is meteorology your Ology? 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Index

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

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Book SynopsisGet to know more than 20 crucial art history innovators and experience how art meets science, from cave paintings to today's advanced tech - then discover their incredible techniques for yourself through 18 different activities!In Art Alive! with Science, award-winning author Mary Auld explores moments from art history that have expanded our understanding of the way things work, such as the beautiful balance of forces in kinetic sculpture, the interplay of light and shadow in painting and puppetry and how Op Art tricks our brains and plays with our senses. Playful illustrations by Sue Downing appear alongside photos of each artist's work, perfect for drawing in readers age 8 and up. Following each case study, there is a creative project that applies the science learning to the reader's own art practice. Artists and science topics include: Anatomy with Myron's Discobolus (Discus Thrower); Flight with Leonardo da Vinci; Light with Caravaggio's chiaroscuro & wayang kulit shadow puppetry; Colour with expressionism & pointillism; Sound with Paul Klee's Polyphony; Forces with Alexander Calder; Materials with Anish Kapoor; Chemistry with Cai Guo-Qiang's explosion events ... and many more!Table of Contents 1: Introduction – Artists and scientists 1: The art of anatomy 2: PROJECT: Body building 1: The science of illustration 2: PROJECT: Animals in the stars 1: The fantasy of flight with Leonardo da Vinci 2: PROJECT: A flying machine 1: The drama of light 2: PROJECT: Shadow play 1: The art of nature 2: PROJECT: Animal studies 1: The image in perspective 2: PROJECT: A room with a view 1: The science of clouds 2: PROJECT: Cloud creations 1: The sense of colour 2: PROJECT: Spotty and dotty 1: The structure of flowers 2: PROJECT: Petal by petal 1: The energy of sound 2: PROJECT: Visualising music 1: The balance of forces 2: PROJECT: A balancing act 1: The art of astronomy 2: PROJECT: Mars mission 1: The art of light 2: PROJECT: The making of a light drawing 1: The art of illusion 2: PROJECT: Tricking the eye 1: The science of materials 2: PROJECT: Textured shapes 1: The structures of life 2: PROJECT: Molecular inspiration 1: The reactions of chemistry 2: PROJECT: Explosion event 1: The dimension of time 2: PROJECT: A wormhole creation 1: Glossary 1: Timeline 1: Index

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Book SynopsisGet to know more than 20 crucial art history innovators and experience how art meets science, from cave paintings to today''s advanced tech - then discover their incredible techniques for yourself through 18 different art crafting activities!In Art Alive! with Science, award-winning author Mary Auld explores moments from art history that have expanded our understanding of the way things work, such as the beautiful balance of forces in kinetic sculpture, the interplay of light and shadow in painting and puppetry and how Op Art tricks our brains and plays with our senses. Playful illustrations by Sue Downing appear alongside photos of each artist''s work, perfect for drawing in readers age 8 and up. Following each case study, there is a creative project that applies the science learning to the reader''s own art practice. Artists and science topics include: Anatomy with Myron''s Discobolus (Discus Thrower); Flight with Leonardo da Vinci; Ligh

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Book SynopsisFind out all there is to know about your favourite African animals with these exciting craft projects! Follow the step-by-step instructions to make hippos, crocodiles, giraffes and much more! You can even create displays for your home or classroom. Each project uses materials that are easy to source, and you will be introduced to loads of craft techniques.The book also contains photos and facts about all of your favourite African animals.Table of Contents 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN; 2: STRIPY ZEBRA ; 3: ZEBRA FACTS! ; 4: GIRAFFE FACTS! ; 5: GIRAFFE PUPPET ; 6: TISSUE PAPER LION ; 7: LION FACTS! ; 8: ELEPHANT FACTS!; 9: TISSUE BOX ELEPHANT ; 10: DRINKING STRAW FLAMINGO ; 11: FLAMINGO FACTS! ; 12: HIPPO FACTS! ; 13: HIPPO ; 14: FOAM CHIMPANZEE ; 15: PRINTED PAPER LEMUR; 16: LEMUR FACTS! ; 17: MEERKAT FACTS! ; 18: LOOKOUT MEERKAT ; 19: EGG BOX CAMEL ; 20: GLOSSARY/INDEX

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.The students are off on an expedition to Mars where they'll uncover clues about life on the planet, learn what makes Mars red, explore volcanoes and catch up with the Mars rover that roams the planet's crusty canyons.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Collect the full set of hardbacks to reveal an image of the solar system across the book spines.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Mars 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.The students are off on an expedition to Mars where they'll uncover clues about life on the planet, learn what makes Mars red, explore volcanoes and catch up with the Mars rover that roams the planet's crusty canyons.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Mars 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to the Asteroid Belt where they'll find out how the asteroid belt was formed, have fun examining different shaped asteroids and dodge whizzing meteorites.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Collect the full set of hardbacks to reveal an image of the solar system across the book spines.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Asteroid Belt 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to the Dwarf Planets where they'll find out how many dwarf planets orbit our solar system and how they were formed, they'll have fun throwing frozen methane lumps on Makemake and learn about the little girl who named Pluto.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Collect the full set of hardbacks to reveal an image of the solar system across the book spines.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Dwarf Planets 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their tour of Earth where they'll whiz past volcanoes, mountains and waterfalls, learning about the planet's core layers, and how it spins on an axis. The final stop will be a wonderful surprise for everyone!The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 9: Gold band.Collect the full set of hardbacks to reveal an image of the solar system across the book spines.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Earth 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their tour of Earth where they'll whiz past volcanoes, mountains and waterfalls, learning about the planet's core layers, and how it spins on an axis. The final stop will be a wonderful surprise for everyone!The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 9: Gold band.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Earth 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to Jupiter where they'll cruise moon craters on skateboards and discover why Jupiter is stripy and covered in spots.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Collect the full set of hardbacks to reveal an image of the solar system across the book spines.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Jupiter 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to Jupiter where they'll cruise moon craters on skateboards and discover why Jupiter is stripy and covered in spots.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Jupiter 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott. Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to Mercury where they'll explore giant craters, dodge meteorites and find out that they can jump three times higher on this planet than on Earth!The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Collect the full set of hardbacks to reveal an image of the solar system across the book spines.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Mercury 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to Neptune where they'll find out what gives the ice giant its blue colour, learn about the sparkling ocean of diamonds that may exist at Neptune's rock core and use their jetpacks to navigate around some exploding geysers. The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Neptune 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to Saturn where they'll learn about the planet's stormy weather, how soot particles are turned into diamonds and how to draw the pebble shaped moons that orbit Saturn.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Collect the full set of hardbacks to reveal an image of the solar system across the book spines.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Saturn 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to the Moon where they'll learn that volcanoes once existed on its surface, and how the moon keeps Earth stable. They'll explore the Moon's mountain ranges and even bump into a lunar buggy.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 11: Lime band.Collect the full set of hardbacks to reveal an image of the solar system across the book spines.

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to the Moon where they''ll learn that volcanoes once existed on its surface, and how the Moon keeps Earth stable. They''ll explore the Moon''s mountain ranges and even bump into a lunar buggy.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 11: Lime band.

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to The Sun where they''ll learn what the giant star is made of, uncover its layers, and discover how essential the Sun is for helping plants grow and flourish on planet Earth.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 11: Lime band.

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to Uranus where they'll test their strength, lifting rocks on moon Oberon, parachute off an icy cliff edge on moon Miranda, learn what makes the planet blue and catch a whiff of the gassy atmosphere.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Collect the full set of hardbacks to reveal an image of the solar system across the book spines.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Uranus 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisA graphic novel, story-based approach to learning all about our solar system through the fun adventures of the Space Station Academy students and their teacher, Dr Bott.Join the Space Station Academy students on their expedition to Uranus where they'll test their strength, lifting rocks on moon Oberon, parachute off an icy cliff edge on moon Miranda, learn what makes the planet blue and catch a whiff of the gassy atmosphere.The Space Station Academy series presents each planet and celestial object in our solar system through fun adventure stories. Gain key science learning about each planet and our solar system alongside bright illustrations, a humorous narrative and interactive activities at the back of the book. This is guaranteed to keep young minds entertained and engaged while they explore outer space.Aimed at readers aged 7+ and book banded for children reading at level 10: White band.Table of Contents 1: Destination: Uranus 2: Space Academy Activities 3: Further Information 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisMindfulness and Me is a introduction to mindfulness, helping young children to tune into their minds and bodies, find ways to learn more about themselves and what makes them special.Mindful Spaces guides children aged 7+ through exercises and activities that help them slow down and pay attention to their minds, their bodies, their feelings and their emotions as they find ways to calm down and become more focused. The books encourage self-esteem and self-confidence. Titles in the series:Mindfulness and Me Mindfulness and My Body Mindfulness and My Emotions Mindfulness and NatureTable of Contents 1: What is Mindfulness? 1: Why is Mindfulness Helpful? 1: How Can I Be Mindful? 1: Mindful Moments 1: Practise a Little Every Day 1: Mindful Muscles 1: Tuning into the World 1: Tuning into Your Body 1: Tuning into Your Mind 1: Finding Gratitude 1: Finding Confidence 1: Finding Calm 1: My Mindful Journey 1: Mindfulness Tips 1: Index

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Book SynopsisMindfulness and Me is a introduction to mindfulness, helping young children to tune into their minds and bodies, find ways to learn more about themselves and what makes them special.Mindful Spaces guides children aged 7+ through exercises and activities that help them slow down and pay attention to their minds, their bodies, their feelings and their emotions as they find ways to calm down and become more focused. The books encourage self-esteem and self-confidence. Titles in the series:Mindfulness and Me Mindfulness and My Body Mindfulness and My Emotions Mindfulness and NatureTable of Contents 1: What is Mindfulness? 1: Why is Mindfulness Helpful? 1: How Can I Be Mindful? 1: Mindful Moments 1: Practise a Little Every Day 1: Mindful Muscles 1: Tuning into the World 1: Tuning into Your Body 1: Tuning into Your Mind 1: Finding Gratitude 1: Finding Confidence 1: Finding Calm 1: My Mindful Journey 1: Mindfulness Tips 1: Index

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Book SynopsisFind out all there is to know about your favourite creepy-crawlies with these exciting craft projects! Follow the step-by-step instructions to make spiders, beetles, dragonflies, termites and much more! You can even create displays for your classroom or at home. Each project uses materials that are easy to source, and you will be introduced to loads of craft techniques.The book also contains photos and facts about minibeasts.Each project uses a range of everyday materials and clear step-by-step instructions to ensure a great result every time!Includes a wide range of craft techniques - from cutting out and tracing to papier-mâché and painting.Trade ReviewPerfect for KS1 studies of this very popular topic ... colourful and engaging * Parents In Touch *Table of Contents 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN; 2: SPARKLY LADYBIRD; 3: LADYBIRD FACTS!; 4: JEWEL BUG FACTS!; 5: JEWEL BUG; 6: CATERPILLAR COLLAGE; 7: CATERPILLAR FACTS!; 8: BUTTERFLY FACTS!; 9: BUTTERFLY PAPER CHAIN; 10: SNAIL STAMP; 11: SNAIL FACTS!; 12: PRAYING MANTIS FACTS!; 13: PRAYING MANTIS; 14: SHINY DRAGONFLY; 15: DRAGONFLY FACTS!; 16: BUMBLEBEE FACTS!; 17: BUMBLEBEES; 18: SPIDERS IN A WEB; 19: TERMITE MOUND; 20: GLOSSARY/INDEX;

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Book SynopsisFind out all there is to know about your favourite creepy-crawlies with these exciting craft projects! Follow the step-by-step instructions to make spiders, beetles, dragonflies, termites and much more! You can even create displays for your classroom or at home. Each project uses materials that are easy to source, and you will be introduced to loads of craft techniques.The book also contains photos and facts about minibeasts.Trade ReviewPerfect for KS1 studies of this very popular topic ... colourful and engaging * Parents In Touch *Table of Contents 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN; 2: SPARKLY LADYBIRD; 3: LADYBIRD FACTS!; 4: JEWEL BUG FACTS!; 5: JEWEL BUG; 6: CATERPILLAR COLLAGE; 7: CATERPILLAR FACTS!; 8: BUTTERFLY FACTS!; 9: BUTTERFLY PAPER CHAIN; 10: SNAIL STAMP; 11: SNAIL FACTS!; 12: PRAYING MANTIS FACTS!; 13: PRAYING MANTIS; 14: SHINY DRAGONFLY; 15: DRAGONFLY FACTS!; 16: BUMBLEBEE FACTS!; 17: BUMBLEBEES; 18: SPIDERS IN A WEB; 19: TERMITE MOUND; 20: GLOSSARY/INDEX;

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Book SynopsisFind out all there is to know about your favourite farm animals with these exciting craft projects! Follow the step-by-step instructions to make cows, pigs, sheep dogs, Highland cows and much more! You can even create displays for your classroom or at home. Each project uses materials that are easy to source, and you will be introduced to loads of craft techniques.The book also contains photos and facts about farm animals.Table of Contents 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN ; 2: FLOCK OF SHEEP ; 3: SHEEP AND SHEEP DOG FACTS! ; 4: TRUSTY SHEEPDOG ; 5: WOOLLY HIGHLAND COW ; 6: HIGHLAND COW FACTS! ; 7: PIG FACTS! ; 8: MUDDY PIGS ; 9: QUILLED CHICK ; 10: HORSE IN A STABLE ; 11: GOAT SOCK PUPPET ; 12: GOAT FACTS! ; 13: DONKEY FACTS! ; 14: DONKEY BEAN BAG ; 15: SHELL GOOSE ; 16: GOOSE FACTS! ; 17: DUCK FACTS! ; 18: DUCK POND ; 19: GLOSSARY AND INDEX;

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Book SynopsisFind out all there is to know about your favourite farm animals with these exciting craft projects! Follow the step-by-step instructions to make cows, pigs, sheep dogs, Highland cows and much more! You can even create displays for your classroom or at home. Each project uses materials that are easy to source, and you will be introduced to loads of craft techniques.The book also contains photos and facts about farm animals.Each project uses a range of everyday materials and clear step-by-step instructions to ensure a great result every time!Includes a wide range of craft techniques - from cutting out and tracing to papier-mâché and painting.Table of Contents 1: BEFORE YOU BEGIN ; 2: FLOCK OF SHEEP ; 3: SHEEP AND SHEEP DOG FACTS! ; 4: TRUSTY SHEEPDOG ; 5: WOOLLY HIGHLAND COW ; 6: HIGHLAND COW FACTS! ; 7: PIG FACTS! ; 8: MUDDY PIGS ; 9: QUILLED CHICK ; 10: HORSE IN A STABLE ; 11: GOAT SOCK PUPPET ; 12: GOAT FACTS! ; 13: DONKEY FACTS! ; 14: DONKEY BEAN BAG ; 15: SHELL GOOSE ; 16: GOOSE FACTS! ; 17: DUCK FACTS! ; 18: DUCK POND ; 19: GLOSSARY AND INDEX;

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Book SynopsisFind out all there is to know about your favourite ocean animals with these exciting craft projects! Follow the step-by-step instructions to make clown fish, coral reefs, sharks, sea turtles and much more! You can even create displays for your classroom or at home. Each project uses materials that are easy to source, and you will be introduced to loads of craft techniques.The book also contains photos and facts of the animals.Combines fun craft projects with the science topic of animals.Each project uses a range of everyday materials and clear step-by-step instructions to ensure a great result every time!Includes a wide range of craft techniques - from cutting out and tracing to papier-mâché and painting.Table of Contents 1: BEFORE YOU START; 2: PAPIER-M CHÉ TURTLE; 3: TURTLE FACTS!; 4: JELLYFISH FACTS!; 5: PLASTIC BAG JELLYFISH; 6: TISSUE PAPER CORAL REEF; 7: CORAL REEF FACTS!; 8: CLOWNFISH HOME; 9: PAPER PLATE SEAHORSES; 10: BALLOON WHALE; 11: WHALE FACTS!; 12: HERMIT CRAB; 13: HERMIT CRAB FACTS!; 14: STARFISH FACTS! ; 15: SANDPAPER STARFISH ; 16: WOOLLY JUMPER SHARK ; 17: PINK FOAM SHRIMP ; 18: GLOSSARY AND INDEX;

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Book SynopsisFind out all there is to know about your favourite ocean animals with these exciting craft projects! Follow the step-by-step instructions to make clown fish, coral reefs, sharks, sea turtles and much more! You can even create displays for your classroom or at home. Each project uses materials that are easy to source, and you will be introduced to loads of craft techniques.The book also contains photos and facts of the animals.Combines fun craft projects with the science topic of animals.Table of Contents 1: BEFORE YOU START; 2: PAPIER-M CHÉ TURTLE; 3: TURTLE FACTS!; 4: JELLYFISH FACTS!; 5: PLASTIC BAG JELLYFISH; 6: TISSUE PAPER CORAL REEF; 7: CORAL REEF FACTS!; 8: CLOWNFISH HOME; 9: PAPER PLATE SEAHORSES; 10: BALLOON WHALE; 11: WHALE FACTS!; 12: HERMIT CRAB; 13: HERMIT CRAB FACTS!; 14: STARFISH FACTS! ; 15: SANDPAPER STARFISH ; 16: WOOLLY JUMPER SHARK ; 17: PINK FOAM SHRIMP ; 18: GLOSSARY AND INDEX;

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Book SynopsisFind out all there is to know about your favourite wild animals with these exciting craft projects! Follow the step-by-step instructions to make hippos, crocodiles, koalas, armadillos and much more! You can even create displays for your classroom or at home. Each project uses materials that are easy to source, and you will be introduced to loads of craft techniques.The book also contains photos and facts of the animals.Combines fun craft projects with the science topic of animals.Table of Contents 1: BEFORE WE BEGIN ; 2: POM-POM PANDA ; 3: GIANT PANDA FACTS! ; 4: KOALA FACTS! ; 5: CLIMBING KOALA ; 6: ARMOURED ARMADILLO ; 7: ARMADILLO FACTS! ; 8: FROG FACTS! ; 9: BUG-EYED FROG ; 10: PRETTY PARROT ; 11: BIRD FACTS! ; 12: FEATHERY OSTRICH ; 13: PLASTIC POT TIGER ; 14: TIGER FACTS ; 15: SEA LION FACTS! ; 16: PAPER PLATE SEALION ; 17: BALSA BEAVER ; 18: CROC CARD ; 19: GLOSSARY AND INDEX;

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Book SynopsisFind out all there is to know about your favourite pets with these exciting craft projects! Follow the step-by-step instructions to make cats, guinea pigs, lizards, dogs and much more! You can even create displays for your classroom or at home. Each project uses materials that are easy to source, and you will be introduced to loads of craft techniques.The book also contains photos and facts of the animals.Combines fun craft projects with the science topic of animals.Table of Contents 1: BEFORE YOU START ; 2: HAMSTER IN A WHEEL ; 3: HAMSTER FACTS! ; 4: GOLDFISH FACTS! ; 5: GOOGLY-EYED GOLDFI SH ; 6: POM-POM CHINCHILLA ; 7: POSH POODLE ; 8: DOG FACTS! ; 9: PUG POTS ; 10: BUBBLE WRAP LIZARD ; 11: REPTILE FACTS! ; 12: BEADY SNAKE ; 13: FEATHERY BUDGIE ; 14: FLUFFY BUNNY ; 15: BUNNY FACTS!; 16: KITTEN FACTS! ; 17: PLAYFUL KITTEN ; 18: GLOSS ARY AND INDEX;

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Book SynopsisThe perfect guides to being inspired by science and motivated to master it through the exploration of its use in different fields of studyWhat is bacteriology? What do bacteriologists do? What's so interesting about bacteria? These are just a few questions that are answered in Science-Ology! Bacteriology. Find out about the pioneering work of scientist through the ages, explore the tools and skills needed to be a bacteriologist and discover how some viruses can help fight bacteria. The microscopic has never been so mind-blowing!Each book int he Science-Ology! series looks at a high-interest branches of science and examines how the science and research is carried out, what tools are used, what skills are required and what discoveries have been made. Case studies from around the world introduce readers to the real-world relevance of studying each area of science.Filled with fun artwork and photos, this series aimed at readers 9 and up is sure to inspire careers in science.Written by award-winning author Anna Claybourne and reviewed by experts in each field.Table of Contents 1: Meet the bacteria 1: The world of bacteriology 1: Understanding bacteria 1: CASE STUDY: E. Coli 1: Working with bacteria 1: Living together 1: In the genes 1: CASE STUDY: Extremophiles of Yellowstone 1: Bacteria and diseases 1: Banishing bacteria 1: The immune system 1: Antibiotics 1: Antibiotic resistance 1: CASE STUDY: Phage Muddy 1: Bacteria make the world go round 1: Bacteria and food 1: Living inside us 1: CASE STUDY: Bright lights at night 1: Making changes 1: Where next? 1: Is bacteriology your Ology? 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisThe perfect guides to being inspired by science and motivated to master it through the exploration of its use in different fields of studyWhat is entomology? What do entomologists do? What''s so interesting about insects? These are just a few questions that are answered in Science-Ology! Entomology. Find out about the pioneering work of scientist through the ages, explore the tools and skills needed to be an entomologist and discover how some insects are vital to the running of the planet.Each book int he Science-Ology! series looks at a high-interest branches of science and examines how the science and research is carried out, what tools are used, what skills are required and what discoveries have been made. Case studies from around the world introduce readers to the real-world relevance of studying each area of science.Filled with fun artwork and photos, this series aimed at readers 9 and up is sure to inspire careers in science

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Book SynopsisExplore the building blocks of our planet with fun jokes, cartoons and hands-on activities.Find out how the rock cycle makes, changes and destroys Earth's rocks. Explore how violent volcanoes can create new rock, but water and wind can break and take away rock. Experiment with making your ownrocks, rivers and juddering tectonic plates.This book is part of the Geology Rocks series. This collection of books examines the Earth's make up, from the different types of rock it is made from to discovering the structure of the planet itself and how tectonic plates relate to earthquakes and volcanoes.Perfect for readers 7 and up.Table of Contents 1: What is the rock cycle? 1: Hot inside 1: Moving water 1: Constant change 1: Wonderful weathering 1: Carried away 1: Drop it! 1: Super sedimentary 1: Magical metamorphic 1: Incredible igneous 1: Moving up 1: Look out! 1: Quick quiz answers 1: Now test your knowledge! 1: Glossary 1: Further reading 1: Index

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Book SynopsisExplore the building blocks of our planet with fun jokes, cartoons and hands-on activities.Find out more about different types of soil and how soil is formed. Explore different soil horizons (layers) and discover what they are made of. Learn how living things help to break down soil and how soil helps plants to grow.This book is part of the Geology Rocks series. This collection of books examines the Earth''s make up, from the different types of rock it is made from to discovering the structure of the planet itself and how tectonic plates relate to earthquakes and volcanoes.Perfect for readers 7 and up.

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Book SynopsisExplore the building blocks of our planet with fun jokes, cartoons and hands-on activities.Find out more about different types of soil and how soil is formed. Explore different soil horizons (layers) and discover what they are made of. Learn how living things help to break down soil and how soil helps plants to grow.This book is part of the Geology Rocks series. This collection of books examines the Earth's make up, from the different types of rock it is made from to discovering the structure of the planet itself and how tectonic plates relate to earthquakes and volcanoes.Perfect for readers 7 and up.Table of Contents 1: What is soil? 1: Soil formation 1: Soil layers 1: Super soil 1: Breaking it down 1: Soil and plants 1: Clay soil 1: Sandy soil 1: Chalky soil 1: Other soils 1: Threats 1: Studying soil 1: Quick quiz answers 1: Now test your knowledge! 1: Glossary 1: Further reading 1: Index

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Book SynopsisJoin the kids of the Science Club and discover forces through a combination of adventure, activity and experiment in this fun, story-based series.Oh no! Paola has knocked over Mrs Khan''s bag and everything has fallen on the floor. Mrs Khan says this is an excellent way to start off their latest topic - forces and magnets. The Science Club find out all about forces and how they work by playing a game of football and by testing the strength of pushes and pulls using a force meter. They also learn about a very special force - magnetism - and investigate some magnetic objects, including Earth itselfThe 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 SynopsisJoin the kids of the Science Club and discover light 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.It''s the end of the day at the Science Club and Emily is startled by a spooky shadow! The Science Club start investigating their latest topic - light - what it is, where it comes from and how we use it to see. They also discover what reflections are, how shadows are made and why rainbows form in the sky. They round off their project by making a fun shadow puppet theatre.Titles in the series:LightElectricityRocks & FossilsStates of MatterForces & MagnetsPlantsThe Human BodyHabitatsSoundWeather

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Book SynopsisJoin the kids of the Science Club and discover light 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.It''s the end of the day at the Science Club and Emily is startled by a spooky shadow! The Science Club start investigating their latest topic - light - what it is, where it comes from and how we use it to see. They also discover what reflections are, how shadows are made and why rainbows form in the sky. They round off their project by making a fun shadow puppet theatre.Titles in the series:LightElectricityRocks & FossilsStates of MatterForces & MagnetsPlantsThe Human BodyHabitatsSoundWeather

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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 SynopsisEver wondered how a lilo stays float? Or how a roundabout works?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about forces in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, alsations with a need for speed, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle's pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.Table of Contents 1: Dogs Do Forces 2: Pug Tug of War 3: Greyhound Grasps Gravity 4: Back in Time 5: Accelerating Alsation 6: Basset Hound Goes Round and Round 7: Dogs in Space 8: Puppy Pressure 9: Slippery Sled 10: Spot the Spaniel's Spot the Difference 11: Shih Tzu's Don't Swim 12: Lurcher Discovers Inertia 13: Professor Pooch's Forces Round-up 14: Poodle's Pop Quiz 15: Answers, Further Information and Index

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Book SynopsisEver wondered how a lilo stays float? Or how a roundabout works?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about forces in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, Alsations with a need for speed, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle's pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.Table of Contents 1: Dogs Do Forces 2: Pug Tug of War 3: Greyhound Grasps Gravity 4: Back in Time 5: Accelerating Alsation 6: Basset Hound Goes Round and Round 7: Dogs in Space 8: Puppy Pressure 9: Slippery Sled 10: Spot the Spaniel's Spot the Difference 11: Shih Tzu's Don't Swim 12: Lurcher Discovers Inertia 13: Professor Pooch's Forces Round-up 14: Poodle's Pop Quiz 15: Answers, Further Information and Index

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Book SynopsisEver wondered how a telephone works? or what it sounds like in outer space?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about sound in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, a labrador with golden hearing, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle's pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.Table of Contents 1: Dogs Do Sound 2: Labrador's Amazing Ears 3: Barks in the Park 4: Dogs in Space 5: Staffie and the Storm 6: Akita and the Speaker 7: Back in Time 8: Vizsla Discovers Volume 9: Terrier is Terrified 10: Spot the Spaniel's Sound Wave Maze 11: All Ears 12: The Bark that Bounced Back 13: Professor Pooch's Sound Round-up 14: Poodle's Pop Quiz 15: Answers, Further Information and Index

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Book SynopsisEver wondered how a mirror works? Or what happens when you go for an x-ray?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about light in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, a sun-bathing whippet, the intrepid Dogs in Space and Poodle''s pop quiz where you can find out if you are top dog or kitty litter...Aimed at children aged 7+, Dogs Do Science is a lively and engaging series exploring core science topics including: forces, sound, light, energy, materials and living things.

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