Children & Teen Non-Fiction Books

Book SynopsisEver wondered where electricity comes from? Or how a piano works?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about energy in this humorous, comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, some greedy labradoodles, 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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Book SynopsisJoin Professor Pooch, Dopey Doberman and a pack of curious dogs as they uncover the workings of science through comic adventuresEver wondered how your intestines work? Or why some plants thrive in the sun?Meet Professor Pooch and his dopey Doberman assistant, who will teach you all about living things in this humorous comic book science series.Featuring Dr. Whoodle and his time machine, a pug with a nasty bug, 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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Book SynopsisGetting kid-coders off the screen and on their feet having hands-on, unplugged, active FUN!It's time to have some fun with coding and science - in all kinds of interesting places. From model volcanoes to Rube Goldberg machines, this book gets kid-coders talking like computers and debugging like pros. With the help of familiar science concepts - plus a little fresh air and teamwork - the coding learning really comes to life!The Coding Unplugged series uses creativity and physicality to engage children with the cardinal coding concepts, without the need for any hardware or screen time. By taking coding offline, it's easy to focus on the basic concepts, which are fundamental to learning to code. Combining coding learning with creative or physical activities is also a great way to embed the information and keep children active.Dr Kaitlyn Siu, child neurologist and author of First Steps in Coding, and creator of www.teachyourkidscode.com brings her unique take on coding practice to this fun series for readers aged 6 plus.Titles in the series:Coding Unplugged with ARTCoding Unplugged with NATURECoding Unplugged with NUMBER PLAYCoding Unplugged with SCIENCETable of Contents 1: Screen-free Coding with Science 2: What is Coding? 3: Key Coding Concept #1: The Algorithm 4: Key Coding Concept #2: Sequence 5: Key Coding Concept #3: Loops 6: Key Coding Concept #4: Variables 7: Key Coding Concept #5:Branching 8: Key Coding Concept #6: Decomposition 9: Activity 1: Sequencing Unplugged: Code a Rube Goldberg Machine 10: Spot the Code! 11: Activity 2: Variables and Loops Unplugged: Code Your Own Science Experiment 12: Decompose This! 13: Activity 3: Algorithms Unplugged: Code Your Own Maze 14: Spot the Bug! 15: Let's Solve a Coding Puzzle! 16: Glossary, Notes for Adults and Further Info 17: Answers

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Book SynopsisThis book helps children learn how to boost their creativity with logic puzzles, challenges and activities. It encourages the reader to think outside the box, take creative risks and find new ways to do things. As well as puzzles, the book explores the stories of creative minds from history to help children learn from the brilliant men and women of the past. Project Logic helps children aged 8+ to test and improve their critical thinking skills. The books boost growth mindset, as the reader is asked to challenge themselves with fun puzzles and then discover how critical thinking can help us to solve everyday problems and issues. Titles in the series: PROVE IT! How to Think Rationally BE CREATIVE! How to Think Outside the Box TEST IT! How to Think Scientifically GET IT RIGHT! How to Think AccuratelyTable of Contents 1: What is creativity? 1: Move the fish 1: Nine dots 1: CREATIVITY IN ACTION: Velcro 1: Odd one out 1: Would you rather? 1: Spelling mistake 1: CREATIVITY IN ACTION: Post-it note 1: Move one glass 1: CREATIVITY IN ACTION: Leonardo da Vinci 1: Notebook and pencil 1: Spot the numbers 1: CREATIVITY IN ACTION: Dream-spiration

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Book SynopsisUncover History and find out about Viking times with this fun and humorous guide. Who were the Vikings? Read about where they came from, the lands they invaded and settled in and their daily lives. Find out about their trading, longships and intricate craftwork. Find out the answer to questions such as ''were the Vikings good at fighting?'', ''what was it like on board a Viking boat?'' and ''who were the Viking gods?''Using fun, humorous illustrations, this book tells the story of Viking people, leaders and gods and offers an insight into the daily life of ordinary Vikings. Ideally suited for readers age 8+Read the other titles in the series: Ancient Greece, Ancient Egypt, the Maya, the Stone, Bronze and Iron Age, and the Shang Dynasty

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Book SynopsisFind out about the circle of life in Earth's amazing ocean habitat.Explore Ecosystems: Ocean dives into the diverse wonder of the Pacific Ocean biome. This habitat is home to sharks, krill, whales, penguins and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through the lives of these animals. It explores how ocean life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the sea bed, underwater caves and currents.The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up.Titles in the seriesIn a DesertIn an OceanIn a PondIn a RainforestOn a SavannahIn a TreeTable of Contents 1: Oceans and currents 1: Plankton, sunlight and krill 1: Krill and baleen whales 1: Fish, dolphins and seabirds 1: Humpback whales and fish 1: Sharks, fish and people 1: Leatherback turtles and jellyfish 1: Seagrass and green turtles 1: Kelp forests and sea otters 1: Coral reefs and fish 1: Sea anemones and clownfish 1: Giant octopuses, rocks and caves 1: Marine iguanas and underwater algae 1: The ocean in danger 1: Glossary 1: Books to read and index

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Book SynopsisA fascinating look at how our family history shapes us, and the links between us and our ancestors. From genetics and evolution to our environment and our families, this entertaining book looks at all the factors that make us into the people we are. It explains how physical characteristics and abilities are passed down through generations, and why some things are inherited and others not. It explores how evolution has shaped us as a species, and at how the world we live in has impacted us too.It also looks at intelligence, where it comes from and how we learn, our personality and how we build relationships with other people, and how and why we form memories.Fun activities at the back of the book help you to find out more about who YOU really are!Suitable for children aged 8+, this book supports the science curriculum covering topics of genes, DNA, inheritance and evolution, as well as social and emotional issues such as belonging and identity.Trade ReviewThis book crams in a huge amount of information, yet the presentation is uncluttered and really encourages children to read ... it's a big and complex topic, but it is really well explained so children gain a full understanding ... I highly recommend this book for its understandable approach to highly complex subject * Parents In Touch *A complex subject, but one which is clearly explained, with brief summaries of each topic clearly set out on vividly coloured pages. From genetics and evolution to our environment and families, the book looks at all the factors that shape us into the people we are ... a very well-written and accessible book. * Parents In Touch *

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Book SynopsisAssemble the ingredients of our solar system as it forms over billions of years - from the very first supernova to today!For space lovers of all ages, get to know our solar system in a fun and memorable way! It''s an ''astronomy cook book'' with ingredients that include stardust and solar winds! Professor Raman Prinja, a true expert when it comes to cosmic ingredients, breaks down the steps that formed our little corner of the Universe.In Recipe for a Solar System, readers experience the coming together of the remnants of the Big Bang. Through this recipe process, we can see the amazing connects between us - humanity - and, for example, the frozen seas on distant planets. And we can appreciate the relationship between the wonky tilt of Uranus and the craters we know so well on the surface of our Moon. Here''s a hint: they were all caused by powerful impacts with stray cosmic bodies in the early days of the Solar System.You''ve never seen spac

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Book SynopsisFind out about the circle of life in Earth's amazing pond habitats.Explore Ecosystems: Pond dives into the diverse wonder of a pond biome. This habitat is home to frogs, ducks, dragonfly, kingfishers and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through the lives of these animals. It explores how ocean life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the weather, rocks and mud.The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up.Titles in the seriesIn a DesertIn an OceanIn a PondIn a RainforestOn a SavannahIn a TreeTable of Contents 1: Ponds and the land 1: Water lilies, water and mud 1: Plants, algae and water fleas 1: Water hoglice, mayflies and clean water 1: Damselflies, dragonflies and plants 1: Great diving beetles and their prey 1: Minibeasts and the pond's surface 1: Frogs and water 1: Toads and ponds 1: Newts and pond plants 1: Waterbirds and ponds 1: Visiting animals and ponds 1: Grass snakes, herons and frogs 1: Ponds in danager 1: Glossary 1: Books to read/index

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Book SynopsisFind out about the circle of life in the microhabitat of an oak tree.Explore Ecosystems: Tree dives into the diverse wonder of the life that an oak tree supports (and is supported by). This habitat is home to birds, beetles, squirrels, spiders and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through the lives of these animals. It explores how tree life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the soil, climate and wind. The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up.Titles in the seriesIn a DesertIn an OceanIn a PondIn a RainforestOn a SavannahIn a TreeTable of Contents 1: An oak tree and soil 1: Fungi, roots and other oaks 1: Leaves and the climate 1: Caterpillars and leaves 1: Chicks and caterpillars 1: Oak flowers, animals and the wind 1: Acorns and jays 1: Acorns and other animals 1: Oak galls and gall wasps 1: Woodpeckers and bats 1: Bark, beetles and birds 1: Badgers, roots and minibeasts 1: Ancient oaks and fungi 1: Oak trees in trouble 1: Glossary 1: Books to read and index

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Book SynopsisFind out about the circle of life on Earth's amazing Australian desert habitat.Explore Ecosystems: Desert dives into the diverse wonder of Australia desert biome. This habitat is home to reptiles, kangaroos, birds, plants and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through the lives of these animals and plants. It explores how desert life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the sand, rain and rocks. The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up.Titles in the seriesIn a DesertIn an OceanIn a PondIn a RainforestOn a SavannahIn a TreeTable of Contents 1: Australian deserts, plants and rain 1: Termites, plants and bilbies 1: Skinks, grasses and sand 1: Perenties and prey 1: Thorny devils and ants 1: Spinifex grasses and spinifex hopping mice 1: Snakes, lizards and small mammals 1: Budgerigars, trees and water 1: Pink cockatoos, malleefowl and eucalyptus trees 1: Burrowing frogs and rainfall 1: Rock wallabies and rocks 1: Red kangaroos and grasses 1: Dingoes and prey 1: Australian deserts in danger 1: Glossary 1: Books to read/Index

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Book SynopsisFind out about the circle of life on Earth's amazing Australian desert habitat.Explore Ecosystems: Desert dives into the diverse wonder of Australia desert biome. This habitat is home to reptiles, kangaroos, birds, plants and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through the lives of these animals and plants. It explores how desert life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the sand, rain and rocks. The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up.Titles in the seriesIn a DesertIn an OceanIn a PondIn a RainforestOn a SavannahIn a TreeTable of Contents 1: Australian deserts, plants and rain 1: Termites, plants and bilbies 1: Skinks, grasses and sand 1: Perenties and prey 1: Thorny devils and ants 1: Spinifex grasses and spinifex hopping mice 1: Snakes, lizards and small mammals 1: Budgerigars, trees and water 1: Pink cockatoos, malleefowl and eucalyptus trees 1: Burrowing frogs and rainfall 1: Rock wallabies and rocks 1: Red kangaroos and grasses 1: Dingoes and prey 1: Australian deserts in danger 1: Glossary 1: Books to read/Index

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Book SynopsisFind out about the circle of life on Earth's amazing savannah habitat.Explore Ecosystems: Savannah dives into the diverse wonder of Africa's grassland biome. This habitat is home to lions, ostriches, dung beetles, zebras and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through the lives of these animals. It explores how savannah life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the seasons, volcanoes and rivers. The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up.Titles in the seriesIn a DesertIn an OceanIn a PondIn a RainforestOn a SavannahIn a TreeTable of Contents 1: The savannah and volcanoes 1: Wildebeest and dung beetles 1: Wildebeest and zebras 1: Gazelles and grasses 1: Ostriches and the savannah 1: Rocks, lizards and hyraxes 1: Lions, savannah grasses and prey 1: Scavengers and dead animals 1: Acacia trees and giraffes 1: Elephants, bushes and trees 1: Water and savannah animals 1: Crocodiles and rivers 1: The savannah and the seasons 1: The savannah in danger 1: Glossary 1: Books to read and index

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Book SynopsisDiscover the world outside your window with fascinating facts, quick quizzes and outdoor projects that bring birds to life in nature's classroom!Why is bird poo good for plants? What exactly is a bird of prey?Welcome to the world of birds where you can find out all you need to know about where they live, what they eat and why they sing such beautiful songs! Take the learning outside, into the free and fascinating classroom of nature. Perfect for taking to the back garden, beach or park - keep your children active and engaged as they learn about brilliant birds!Nature's Classroom looks at the nature we can find all around us, and what we can learn from it. The bite-size chunks of information, bright illustrations and fun outdoor activities will leave readers feeling inspired by nature. Perfect for readers aged 7+. Use them at schools or camps with outdoor classrooms or anyone in a forest school - get connected to wildlife with these clear and clever guides.Books in the series include:PlantsBirdsMinibeastsHabitatsWeatherWaterTable of Contents 1: The Bird Bunch 2: Fun Feathers 3: Habitat Sweet Habitat 4: Beaky Bites 5: Nice Nests 6: Egg to Chick 7: Bird Songs 8: Fabulous Flight 9: Brilliant Birds 10: The Great Migration 11: Food Webs 12: Birds Under Threat 13: Awesome Activities 14: Glossary 15: Further Reading and Quiz-tastic Answers 16: Index

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Book SynopsisHow do polar bears stay warm? Why do beavers have such large front teeth?Welcome to the world of habitats where you''ll find out how animals survive in different landscapes, from coral reefs to cities. Learn about how animals have adapted to their environments and discover the variety of habitats in your own neighbourhood.Nature''s Classroom looks at the nature we can find all around us, and what we can learn from it. The bite-size chunks of information, bright illustrations and fun outdoor activities will leave readers feeling inspired by nature. Perfect for readers aged 7+

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Book SynopsisHow do polar bears stay warm? Why do beavers have such large front teeth?Welcome to the world of habitats where you'll find out how animals survive in different landscapes, from coral reefs to cities. Learn about how animals have adapted to their environments and discover the variety of habitats in your own neighbourhood.Nature's Classroom looks at the nature we can find all around us, and what we can learn from it. The bite-size chunks of information, bright illustrations and fun outdoor activities will leave readers feeling inspired by nature. Perfect for readers aged 7+Table of Contents 1: Hello to Habitats 2: Beautiful Biomes 3: All Change! 4: Making a Chain 5: So Cold! 6: Fabulous Forests 7: Great Grasslands 8: Surprising City 9: Demanding Desert 10: Fantastic Freshwater 11: Super Sea 12: Habitats at Risk 13: Awesome Activities 14: Glossary 15: Further Reading and Quiz-tastic Answers 16: Index

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Book SynopsisAre snowflakes identical? How are rainbows made?Welcome to the wonderful world of weather, where you''ll learn about different types of cloud, how the water cycle works, and discover why Earth''s climate is changing and what we can all do to help.Nature''s Classroom looks at the nature we can find all around us, and what we can learn from it. The bite-size chunks of information, bright illustrations and fun outdoor activities, such as making a mini tornado in a bottle, will leave readers feeling inspired by nature.Perfect for children aged 7+

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Book SynopsisWhy is seawater so salty? How are waterfalls created?Welcome to the world of water where you'll learn about the animals and living things that thrive in water, find out how the water cycle works and what we can do to protect the seas and rivers in our neighbourhoods.Nature's Classroom looks at the nature we can find all around us, and what we can learn from it. The bite-size chunks of information, bright illustrations and fun outdoor activities, including an experiment with water evaporation, will leave readers feeling inspired by nature.Perfect for children aged 7+

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Book SynopsisWhere Does it Go? is a humorous science series aimed at 7-9 year olds about states of matter explored through the world around us - how they feature in our daily lives (including in our body) and where they end up!The fully collour illustrated spreads cover a wide range of fun and unusual facts which put the famiailr and unseen things around us into context as we discover the journeys they make.

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Book SynopsisA funny and fascinating look at states of matter and where things go - from fumes to burps - in the world around us!Explore the liquids all around us and the journey they take from the water you drink and the liquids in your home to how wee and sweat form. Understand how precious and essential to life water is and the journey it takes from a drink in a tap to the toilet, a treatment centre and back into a river. From liquids in your body through to water in the ocean, this book takes you on a funny whirlwind journey through this essential state of matter and how it can affect the environment.Where Does it Go? is a humorous science series aimed at 7-9 year olds about states of matter explored through the world around us - how they feature in our daily lives (including in our body) and where they end up!The fully colour illustrated spreads cover a wide range of fun and unusual facts which put the familiar and unseen things around us into context as we discover the journeys they make.

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Book SynopsisExplore the science behind the world of the dinosaurs in this fantastically funny first introduction to palaeontology!Travel back to the Mesozoic era and discover how dinosaurs have evolved and adapted to ever-changing planet Earth. Learn how birds are related to dinosaurs.For budding palaeontologists aged 6 and up, this series explores all things dinosaur: from fossil finds and coprolites (that''s poo) to exploring the mind-boggling stats of these huge reptiles. But let''s not forget the science, too, as we''ll learn about dinosaur biology, motion, evolution, classification, among other things along the way. Humorous illustrations and speech bubbles take this exciting topic to the next level!Written by Dr Dave Hone, palaeontologist and senior zoology lecturer at Queen Mary University of London; a specialist in the behaviour of dinosaurs and pterosaurs who has named 18 species of extinct reptile to date.

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Book SynopsisExplore the science behind the world of the dinosaurs in this fantastically funny first introduction to palaeontology!Travel back to the Mesozoic era and find out about the dinosaurs incredible features and adaptations. Learn about the sauropods hollow neck bones, the armoured dinosaurs and the weapons dinos had to defend themselves. Find out that dinosaurs were also show-offs displaying colourful feathers, impressive crests and frills.For budding palaeontologists aged 5 and up, this series will explore all things dinosaur: from fossil finds and coprolites (that's poo) to exploring the mind-boggling stats of these huge reptiles. But let's not forget the science too, as we'll be learning about dinosaur biology, motion, evolution, classification, among other things along the way. Humorous illustrations and speech bubbles will take this exciting topic to the next level!Table of Contents 1: Lots of Different Dinosaurs 1: Sights and Sounds 1: Reaching Up and Out 1: Getting Around 1: Tales of Tails 1: Plant Eaters’ Jaws and Teeth 1: Meat Eaters Teeth 1: Clever Claws 1: Playing Rough 1: Keeping Safe 1: Showing Off: The Herbivores 1: Showing Off: The Carnviores 1: What Next?

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Book SynopsisHeaps of funny facts and cartoons about the animal world's most hilarious adaptations!Animals have developed some downright strange features and behaviours to survive day in and day out. This book's lively artwork and side-splitting jokes bring these behaviours alive - and uncover the awesome science of the animal world. Meet the quirkiest, the flashiest, the stinkiest and of course the absolutely funniest animals on planet Earth!Funny Nature is a series of books presenting science learning through laughter. Brought to you by the author and illustrator of The Poo That Animals Do, this series covers science topics including evolution, adaptation, habitats, anatomy, physiology, life cycles and much more! Perfect for fans of facts and fun aged 6+.Books in the Funny Nature series:Funny BeastsFunny BugsFunny DinosaursFunny PlantsTable of Contents 1: Boggling and brilliant beasts 2: Quirky creatures 3: Lazy bones 4: Funny reptiles 5: Finding a mate 6: Animal in disguise 7: Beasts that light up 8: Beastly eyes 9: Complete stinkers 10: Dancing beasts 11: Funny fish-faces 12: Animal make-up 13: More freaky beasts 14: Beasts quiz 15: Glossary and Further information 16: Index

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Book SynopsisHeaps of funny facts and cartoons about the plant world's most hilarious adaptations!Plants have developed some downright strange features and behaviours to survive day in and day out. This book's lively artwork and side-splitting jokes uncover the awesome science of the plant world. Meet the stickiest, the stinkiest, the trickiest and of course the absolutely funniest plants on planet Earth!Funny Nature is a series of books presenting science learning through laughter. Brought to you by the author and illustrator of The Poo That Animals Do, this series covers science topics including evolution, adaptation, habitats, anatomy, physiology, life cycles and much more! Perfect for fans of facts and fun aged 6+.Books in the Funny Nature series:Funny BeastsFunny BugsFunny DinosaursFunny PlantsTable of Contents 1: The crazy world of plants (and fungus) 2: When plants explode! 3: Glowing in the dark (and the day) 4: Plants that attack 5: Plants that move it 6: Complete stinkers 7: Very funny fungi 8: Fruit is funny too 9: Trickster plants 10: Shapely plants 11: Terrific trees 12: Plants and people 13: More funny plants 14: Plants quiz 15: Glossary 16: Index

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Book SynopsisHeaps of funny facts and cartoons about dinosaurs'' most hilarious adaptations!Dinosaurs developed some of the strangest features and behaviours to survive day in and day out. This book''s lively artwork and side-splitting jokes bring these behaviours back to life - and uncover the awesome science of the prehistoric world. Meet the fluffiest, the tiniest, the best singers and of course the absolutely funniest dinos on planet Earth!Funny Nature is a series of books presenting science learning through laughter. Brought to you by the author and illustrator of The Poo That Animals Do, this series covers science topics including evolution, adaptation, habitats, anatomy, physiology, life cycles and much more! Perfect for fans of facts and fun aged 6+.Books in the Funny Nature series:Funny BeastsFunny BugsFunny DinosaursFunny Plants

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Book SynopsisImmerse yourself in the fascinating stories of ten real-life sea monsters, the myths and legends surrounding them, their discoveries and how they survive today.Around the world, sailors from ancient times onwards have told stories of colossal, deep-sea creatures that capsized ships and terrorised crews. Far from home, and often venturing into the unknown, it''s no wonder sailors put the dangers they faced down to the threat from sinister sea beasts. The oceans are mysterious places, and the deep-sea is one of the last places on Earth to be explored. So, while there may be no such thing as a sea serpent or mermaid, there are plenty of other weird and wonderful creatures lurking down there. Some of these real-life animals are the inspiration behind the sea monsters of myth. Others are so fantastical in their own right, it''s difficult to believe that they actually exist.This book brings together 10 real-life sea monsters, with fascinating facts, figures and fol

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Book SynopsisGet to know the icky but important MUD that keeps nature running!It''s time to show MUD some LOVE! This book is an icky, drippy celebration of the incredible work mud does all day long. Mud is a home, a defence, a climate protector, a work of art and lots and lots of fun, too!Icky World takes a look at the science of the messiest parts of nature and reminds us all to protect these icky but important bits of our precious planet. Each book has been reviewed and endorsed by an expert in the relevant branch of science and supports curriculum learning in the areas of science and ecology for ages 6 and up.In praise of Icky World: We Need MUD!Mud is a much neglected topic. Today with a fear of dirt and germs we avoid and hide away from mud and peat and similar revolting substances. However, we all need to embrace the muddiness of our world which helps the ecological wheels turn and supports all manner of wonderful wildlife and

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Book SynopsisExplore the world's oceans and seas with this gorgeous illustrated children's book, endorsed by the Natural History Museum

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Book SynopsisA magical journey of scientific discovery begins here! Four friends, the Museum Kids, are off on an incredible adventure to discover the history of flight and space travel at the Air and Space Museum. A magical lift takes them to the studio of Leonardo da Vinci, to see the Wright Brothers make their first flight, to the International Space Station and many more places. Fun, interactive and with lots of facts to discover, this book is perfect for space fans and all curious kids.Magical Museums is a series of picture books that follows the adventures of four children who are exploring museums that have come to life. Together with their guide, the children learn as they explore each museum, but they also have an exciting adventure, escaping dangers, working together and solving problems. Each detailed scene explores a different time period or technological achievement and is packed with fascinating facts. When the adventure finally ends, the gang are keen to take their g

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Book SynopsisA beautiful picture book that explores how the life of one Amur (Siberian) tiger of the around 500 alive today, is linked to countless other animals and why biodiversity matters. Produced in association with the Natural History Museum, the book helps young children explore conservation without being alarmist.Vivian Mineker uses watercolour, coloured pencil and digital processes to create a modern look with a traditional texture.The book is part of the series One Life, One Planet for children age 5 plus. Titles in the series: One Blue Whale in Ten Thousand /One Bee in Billions / One Amur Tiger in Five Hundred / One Koala in Fifty Thousand

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Book SynopsisGet to know the icky but important POO that keeps nature running!It''s time to show POO some LOVE! This book is an icky, stinky celebration of the incredible work poo does all day long. Poo is a home, a defence, a nursery, a seed-sower and lots of laughs, too.Icky World takes a look at the science of the messiest parts of nature and reminds us all to protect these icky but important bits of our precious planet. Each book has been reviewed and endorsed by an expert in the relevant branch of science and supports curriculum learning in the areas of science and ecology for ages 6 and up.In praise of Icky World: We Need POO!If children can learn to be curious (as well as careful!) about poo, they might just grow up to be scientists who will help us turn billions of tonnes of stinky waste into a source of life.Addy Farmer has written an entertaining and informative book about poo that every kid (and their parents!) sh

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Book SynopsisA magical journey of scientific discovery begins here! Four friends, the Museum Kids, are off on an incredible adventure to discover the history of flight and space travel at the Air and Space Museum. A magical lift takes them to the studio of Leonardo da Vinci, to see the Wright Brothers make their first flight, to the International Space Station and many more places. Fun, interactive and with lots of facts to discover, this book is perfect for space fans and all curious kids.Magical Museums is a series of picture books that follows the adventures of four children who are exploring museums that have come to life. Together with their guide, the children learn as they explore each museum, but they also have an exciting adventure, escaping dangers, working together and solving problems. Each detailed scene explores a different time period or technological achievement and is packed with fascinating facts. When the adventure finally ends, the gang are keen to take their g

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Book SynopsisA magical journey of scientific discovery begins here! Four friends, the Museum Kids, are off on an incredible adventure to discover the history of flight and space travel at the Air and Space Museum. A magical lift takes them to the studio of Leonardo da Vinci, to see the Wright Brothers make their first flight, to the International Space Station and many more places. Fun, interactive and with lots of facts to discover, this book is perfect for space fans and all curious kids.Magical Museums is a series of picture books that follows the adventures of four children who are exploring museums that have come to life. Together with their guide, the children learn as they explore each museum, but they also have an exciting adventure, escaping dangers, working together and solving problems. Each detailed scene explores a different time period or technological achievement and is packed with fascinating facts. When the adventure finally ends, the gang are keen to take their guide''s quiz to test what they have learned.

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Book SynopsisA magical journey of scientific discovery begins here! Four friends, the Museum Kids, are off on an incredible adventure to discover the history of science at the Museum of Science. A magical lift takes them to 9th Century China to see the inventions of fireworks, to look through Galileo''s telescope and to many more places. Fun, interactive and with lots of facts to discover, this book is perfect for science fans and all curious kids.Magical Museums is a series of picture books that follows the adventures of four children who are exploring museums that have come to life. Together with their guide, the children learn as they explore each museum, but they also have an exciting adventure, escaping dangers, working together and solving problems. Each detailed scene explores a different time period or technological achievement and is packed with fascinating facts. When the adventure finally ends, the gang are keen to take their guide''s quiz to test what they have learned.

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Book SynopsisA magical journey of scientific discovery begins here! Four friends, the Museum Kids, are off on an incredible adventure to discover the history of science at the Museum of Science. A magical lift takes them to 9th century China to see the inventions of fireworks, to 17th century Italy to look through Galileo''s telescope and to many more places. Fun, interactive, and with lots of facts to discover, this book is perfect for science fans and all curious kids.Magical Museums is a series of picture books that follows the adventures of four children who are exploring museums that have come to life. Together with their guide, the children learn as they explore each museum, but they also have an exciting adventure, escaping dangers, working together and solving problems. Each detailed scene explores a different time period or technological achievement and is packed with fascinating facts. When the adventure finally ends, the gang are keen to take their guide''s quiz to test

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Book SynopsisA magical journey of scientific discovery begins here! Four friends, the Museum Kids, are off on an incredible adventure to discover the creatures of the past at the Natural History Museum. A magical lift takes them to meet the Earth''s first life-forms, the dinosaurs in their habitat, the woolly mammoth in the ice age and much more. Fun, interactive and with lots of facts to discover, this book is perfect for all curious kids.Magical Museums is a series of picture books that follows the adventures of four children who are exploring museums that have come to life. Together with their guide, the children learn and also have an exciting adventure, escaping dangers, working together and solving problems. Each detailed scene explores a different time period or technological achievement and is packed with fascinating facts. When the adventure finally ends, the gang are keen to take their guide''s quiz to test what they have learned.

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Book SynopsisGo on a magical adventure with the Museum Kids to explore the creatures of the past and understand scientific principles

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Book SynopsisA magical journey of scientific discovery begins here! Four friends, the Museum Kids, are off on an incredible adventure to discover the history of the formation of Earth. A magical lift takes them to see the Big Bang, find out about the make-up of Earth, explore volcanoes and earthquakes, discover different ecosystems and much more. Fun, interactive and with lots of facts to discover, this book is perfect for geography studies and all curious kids.Magical Museums is a series of picture books that follows the adventures of four children who are exploring museums that have come to life. Together with their guide, the children learn as they explore each museum, but they also have an exciting adventure, escaping dangers, working together and solving problems. Each detailed scene explores a different time period or technological achievement and is packed with fascinating facts. When the adventure finally ends, the gang are keen to take their guide''s quiz to test what they have learned - and readers can take it too.

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Book SynopsisA magical journey of scientific discovery begins here! Four friends, the Museum Kids, are off on an incredible adventure to discover the history of the oceans at the Oceans and Maritime History Museum. A magical lift takes them to explore life in the oceans millions of years ago including the mighty megalodon, to see a Viking longship and the world''s first submarine and much more. Fun, interactive and with lots of facts to discover, this book is perfect for ocean fans and all curious kids.Magical Museums is a series of picture books that follows the adventures of four children who are exploring museums that have come to life. Together with their guide, the children learn as they explore each museum, but they also have an exciting adventure, escaping dangers, working together and solving problems. Each detailed scene explores a different time period or technological achievement and is packed with fascinating facts. When the adventure finally ends, the gang are keen to take their guide''s quiz to test what they have learned - and readers can take it too.

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Book SynopsisExplore the science of levers, which is a key physical science concept. 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.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 SynopsisAgony Uncle, relationship expert, journalist and blogger, Alex Hooper-Hodson received upwards of 2,000 letters a month from teen boys and girls aged 12-15. All can be related to 52 core issues that affect teenage boys and girls today - from first sexual relationships, dealing with spots, how to avoid Facebook mistakes, how drink, drugs and on-line gaming can affect your life - to the social and emotional aspects of family, friends and relationships. Through a 'Problem Page' format Alex explores the key issues that today's teens face.Table of Contents 1: 'Boys don't cry'? 2: I'm sick of being treated like a kid 3: I get teased for my weight - what can I do? 4: Do I need to start shaving? Case study: Body image 5: I'm worried that my penis is too small! 6: How can I feel confident in public? 7: My mum thinks I might be depressed Case Study: Bullying 8: My parents have split and want me to pick a side 9: I like to fight other boys - what's up with me? 10: I have nightmares about the world ending 11: What's the point in going to school? 12: I need some tips on how to look good 13: I want to choose my clothes but don't know where to start 14: I have a crush on a girl at school - what should I do? 15: My girlfriend has dumped me and I feel like the world has ended Case Study: On line gaming 16: I'm jealous of my best friend 17: I don't want to be the only virgin!

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Book SynopsisExplore the ingenious and funny behaviours found in the animal kingdom.To survive in the animal kingdom, creatures big and small have developed clever and sometimes surprising ways to stay alive. Find out how tarantulas shoot arrow-like hairs from their bum when threatened or how the pearlfish hides inside a sea cucumber''s bum to escape predators. When it comes to survival, anything goes!Written by expert author Dr Ashley Ward, associate professor of Animal Behaviour at the University of Sydney, Australia, this humorous four-book series explores a wide range of animal behaviours from survival skills and animal communication to how animals learn and adapt to live in the most extreme environments.The Zany Brainy Animals series combines funny and fascinating facts about the animal kingdom and includes behind the scenes stories in the ''Tales from the lab'' panels about how scientists discover and study the featured animal behaviours. The amusing t

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Book SynopsisForests are full of life and fun to investigate! Find out about the bugs that live in a forest. See how bugs find food and shelter. Learn how they help keep forests tidy. Then do a fun nature activity to find out more!Helping children to explore forests and learn more about the natural world, the Forest Fun series shows children about life in a forest. Connecting animals with life processes, children can find out about seasons, animal homes, micro-habitats and life cycles. Perfect for children aged 5+.Read the other titles in the series:Animals in the Undergrowth, Birds in the Trees and Insects in the Flowers.

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Book SynopsisForest are full of life and fun to investigate! Find out about the animals that live in a forest. Learn how they find food and make shelters. See how the changing seasons affect them. Then do a fun nature activity to find out more!Helping children to explore forests and learn more about the natural world, the Forest Fun series shows children about life in a forest. Connecting animals with life processes, children can find out about seasons, animal homes, micro-habitats and life cycles. Perfect for children aged 5+.Read the other titles in the series:Birds in the Trees, Bugs in the Mud and Insects in the Flowers.Table of Contents 1: Animals in the undergrowth 2: Animal footprints 3: More facts about forest animals 4: Glossary and Index

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Book SynopsisExplore the science of wheels and cogs, 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 7: Turquoise.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 SynopsisIn simple and reassuring terms, this entertaining book explores for young children aged 4 - 7 what it means to be polite, why it is important and what the consequences might be for those who are impolite.The superb A First Look At series consists of a number of reassuring picture books that give advice and promote interaction between children, parents, and teachers on a wide variety of personal, social and emotional issues.Notes for parents and teachers at the back of the book provide valuable advice for how to share this book with your child or class.Suitable for Key Stage 1 (ages 5-7), occasional prompts throughout the text give a chance to discuss the issue being raised.Written by trained psychotherapist, journalist and parent, and illustrated by an experienced children's book artist, this is a part of an acclaimed and successful, long-running series of picture-book non-fiction books for Early Years. Books in the series give advice and promote interaction between children, parents and teachers on a wide variety of personal, social and emotional issues. They are excellent tools for teachers to use during classroom discussions.

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Book SynopsisAgony Uncle, relationship expert, journalist and blogger, Alex Hooper-Hodson received upwards of 2,000 letters a month from teen boys and girls aged 12-15. All can be related to 52 core issues that affect teenage boys and girls today - from first sexual relationships, dealing with spots, how to avoid Facebook mistakes, how drink, drugs and on-line gaming can affect your life - to the social and emotional aspects of family, friends and relationships. Through a 'Problem Page' format Alex explores the key issues that today's teens face.Table of Contents 1: It's not easy being me! 2: Why don't my parents understand me? 3: Spot crisis - I'm not leaving the house Case Study: Body image 4: I'm 14 - why haven't I started my period? 5: I want a piercing but my mum says no 6: My breasts are too big! 7: I get nervous around boys Case Study: Drinking alcohol 8: I hate my life! 9: I'm being bullied on Facebook - what can I do? 10: I'm scared of dying 11: I eat to cheer myself up, but it makes things worse Case Study: Depression 12: I fear I might be anorexic 13: I'm obsessed with celebs! 14: I've fallen for my teacher 15: My best friend takes drugs 16: I'm scared of catching an STD 17: My boyfriend wants us to have sex and I don't want to

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