Educational: Technology
Penguin Putnam Inc Smart about Chocolate Smart about History
Book SynopsisOur unique, kid-friendly Smart About series continues with something for your sweet tooth! Smart About Chocolate is chock-full of fun facts about the history of chocolate, from the Mayans to Milton Hershey! Kids will learn how chocolate comes from beans of the rain forest's cacao trees and how candymakers in England and Switzerland first produced the chocolate we know and love today. Includes recipes and recommendations of classic books about chocolate.
£7.59
Penguin Putnam Inc What Is the Panama Canal
Book SynopsisBefore 1914, traveling from the East Coast to the West Coast meant going by land across the entire United States. To go by sea involved a long journey around South America and north along the Pacific Coast. But then, in a dangerous and amazing feat of engineering, a 48-mile-long channel was dug through Panama, creating the world’s most famous shortcut: the Panama Canal!
£8.14
Penguin Putnam Inc Unidentified Flying Mad Libs
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£7.38
Houghton Mifflin Next Wave The Quest to Harness the Power of the
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£17.09
Houghton Mifflin The Tornado Scientist
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£17.09
Houghton Mifflin Our Moon New Discoveries about Earths Closest
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£17.09
Random House USA Inc Spaceman Adapted for Young Readers
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£16.19
Penguin Putnam Inc Who Was the First Man on the Moon Neil Armstrong
Book SynopsisDiscover the story behind Neil Armstrong and the Apollo 11 mission in this immersive graphic novel -- by Montague Twins creative duo Nathan Page and Drew Shannon.Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting new addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series!From his childhood experiments to his first encounters with flight, explore the steps Neil Armstrong took in order to become the first person to land on the moon. A story of calculated risk, perseverance, and earth-defying reward, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves in the life of the famous astronaut -- brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that fly off the page.One of ALA''s 2022 Best Graphic Novels for Children!Trade Review"Who Was the First Man on the Moon? does an excellent job of integrating events from Armstrong’s childhood into the vintage-style artwork and vivid descriptions of his famous Apollo 11 space flight...All the [Who HQ Graphic Novels] showcase the passions and urgency or risks behind their headline-making events and humanize the people who made them possible." -- Booklist, starred review
£8.13
Penguin Putnam Inc Who Was the First Man on the Moon Neil Armstrong
Book SynopsisDiscover the story behind Neil Armstrong and the Apollo 11 mission in this immersive graphic novel -- by Montague Twins creative duo Nathan Page and Drew Shannon.Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting new addition to the #1 New York Times Best-Selling Who Was? series!From his childhood experiments to his first encounters with flight, explore the steps Neil Armstrong took in order to become the first person to land on the moon. A story of calculated risk, perseverance, and earth-defying reward, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves in the life of the famous astronaut -- brought to life by gripping narrative and vivid full-color illustrations that fly off the page.One of ALA''s 2022 Best Graphic Novels for Children!Trade Review"Who Was the First Man on the Moon? does an excellent job of integrating events from Armstrong’s childhood into the vintage-style artwork and vivid descriptions of his famous Apollo 11 space flight...All the [Who HQ Graphic Novels] showcase the passions and urgency or risks behind their headline-making events and humanize the people who made them possible." -- Booklist, starred review
£11.69
DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley) Satellites
£17.99
Quarto Publishing PLC Sally Ride
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£13.32
Spaceship Earth
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£11.69
DK Did You Know Space
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£15.29
DK My Book of Stars and Planets
Book SynopsisJoin us on an adventure across the universe, as we rocket to the stars, marvel at mysterious planets and discover galaxies far far away. Three, two, one, blast off! From icy worlds and hot, fiery giants to the biggest telescopes and latest spacecraft, this book about space covers more than 40 profiles of the planets, stars and celestial objects.This out-of-this-world astronomy book for kids is packed with: • Age-appropriate with large pictures and clear text. • Pronunciation guide for each planet and astronomical object. • Visual index arranged by type, so stars and planets can be found quickly. • Fact files for each featured object give key information, like size, type of object and location in the universe. Tapping into children's natural curiosity about the vastness of space, this stunning encyclopedia will enchant eve
£14.24
DK Mighty LEGO Mechs
Book SynopsisLearn the incredible battle secrets of amazing LEGO mechs and compare your favorites. From Lloyd’s Titan Mech to Spiderman’s Spider Mech, discover all the most fearsome LEGO mechs and what gives them the edge in battle. Find out how many mechs Batman has, and read about all the battle features of LEGO Jurassic World’s Dino-Mech. See awesome mechs go head-to-head, plus read how you can up-spec your mech. With amazing photography that shows off each mech in stunning detail, plus fact-packed data boxes so you can compare each mech, this book is perfect for any fan of LEGO mechs. ©2021 The LEGO Group
£13.49
DK Universo Knowledge Encyclopedia Space
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£23.74
DK Wonders of the World
Book SynopsisDiscover the astounding ancient architecture, the history of civilization, and the beauty of our planet in these Wonders of the World.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating architectural feats and natural treasures of the world in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of more than 50 wonders of the world. Children will be mesmerized by human-made landscapes such as the Statue of Liberty to record-breaking natural marvels like the River Nile. This unique, beautifully illustrated guide takes kids on an incredible journey around the world's most spectacular sights. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover the Pyramids of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus, the Mausoleum atHalicarnassus, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Lighthouse of Alexandria and much more!Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on Wonders of the World, you can
£9.49
DK Wonders of the World
Book SynopsisDiscover the astounding ancient architecture, the history of civilization, and the beauty of our planet in these Wonders of the World.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating architectural feats and natural treasures of the world in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of more than 50 wonders of the world. Children will be mesmerized by human-made landscapes such as the Statue of Liberty to record-breaking natural marvels like the River Nile. This unique, beautifully illustrated guide takes kids on an incredible journey around the world's most spectacular sights. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover the Pyramids of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus, the Mausoleum atHalicarnassus, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Lighthouse of Alexandria and much more!Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on Wonders of the World, you can
£15.29
DK DK Super Readers Level 3 Space Busters Race to
Book SynopsisHelp your child power up their reading skills and learn all about the incredible Apollo 11 journey to the Moon with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 3: Space Busters Race to the Moon will introduce kids to the excitement of the first Moon walk – including who the Apollo 11 astronauts were, what they did when they got to the Moon, and the risks they overcame to make history – and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can
£7.05
DK Great STEM Projects
Book SynopsisExplore Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths with this jam-packed collection of fun-filled experiments you can do at home.Get immersed in exciting STEM activities that will inspire every budding home scientist, technology fan, young engineer, and mathematician! Witness your very own erupting volcano blow sky high. Build a sturdy sandcastle and reveal the incredible technology of construction materials. Design a wind-up car and discover your inner engineer, and test your knowledge of maths by making a marble run. Great STEM Projects features an enormous collection of incredible, tried-and-tested STEM experiments.With over 50 exciting experiments, children aged 9+ will love getting involved in activities like making a wormery, constructing a spaghetti tower, mixing gels to make air fresheners, creating mathematically precise shadow puppets, and freezing icy orbs.This exciting book of experiments for children includes: <
£26.99
DK DK Super Readers Level 3 Astronauts in Space
Book SynopsisJoin the astronauts to find out about life in space. Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about how people become astronauts and what it is like to live and work in space - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Astronaut in Space is a beautifully designed reader all about life on the International Space Station and how astronauts work, play, eat and sleep before returning to Earth.The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the astronauts who live far above us in space.
£14.24
DK DK Super Readers Level 3 Astronauts in Space
Book SynopsisJoin the astronauts to find out about life in space. Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about how people become astronauts and what it is like to live and work in space - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Astronaut in Space is a beautifully designed reader all about life on the International Space Station and how astronauts work, play, eat and sleep before returning to Earth.The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexiles so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about the astronauts who live far above us in space.
£6.96
DK DK Super Readers Level 4 The Shocking Story of
Book SynopsisHelp your child power up their reading skills and learn all about the science, history, and future of electricity with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress.DK Super Readers Level 4: The Shocking Story of Electricity will introduce kids to everything they need to know about electricity—including facts about the groundbreaking discoveries of early scientists and future challenges around global warming—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help y
£13.49
DK DK Super Readers Level 2 Spaceships and Rockets
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£13.49
DK DK Super Readers Level 2 Spaceships and Rockets
Book SynopsisBlast off into space! Make reading your superpower with DK’s beautiful, leveled nonfiction.Use your reading superpowers to learn all about spaceships and rockets, and their missions in space - a high-quality, fun, nonfiction reader - carefully leveled to help children progress. Spaceships and Rockets is a beautifully designed reader all about travel in space, from early missions to the future of space exploration.The engaging text has been carefully leveled using Lexile’s so that children are set up to succeed. A motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills. Children will love to find out about how rockets launch, some famous missions and astronauts, and the future of life in space.
£6.97
DK DK Super Readers Level 2 Which Inventions Changed
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£13.49
DK Kahoot Quiz Time Space
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£9.49
DK The Most Exciting Book of Science Inventions and
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£20.89
DK La luna The Moon
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£14.99
DK Eyewitness Planets
Book SynopsisPacked with stunning photography, Eyewitness Planets explores Earth’s neighborhood, space and the Solar System.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating world of outer space, in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of Earth and its neighborhood with this spectacular planetary guide. Children will be mesmerized by this eyewitness view from Mercury to Neptune, of the rocky planets, gas giants, dwarf planets, asteroids, comets, and other bodies that make up our Solar System.This unique, beautifully illustrated guide reveals the secrets of space, examining the latest space exploration equipment, and the scientists behind discoveries both ancient and new. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover where comets come from, learn why Pluto is now classified as a dwarf planet, and much more.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on planets, you can expect to find: - A fresh nTrade ReviewPast praise for the DK Eyewitness Books series:"The folks at DK have almost single-handedly rejuvenated if not reinvented the often moribund world of non-fiction books for children." — Newsweek"A mini museum between the covers of a book." — The New York Times"These books' striking visual impact will draw in even the most casual readers." — School Library Journal
£15.29
DK Eyewitness Universe
Book SynopsisWhether your child has a special interest in space exploration or the origins of the universe, or you want to supplement classroom curriculum about the universe by making more resources available to your child outside of school, Eyewitness: Universe is the ideal choice for learning more about the universe. DK's Eyewitness series is perfect for children. It engages both readers and visual learners by presenting information with a combination of photography, small nuggets of information, and fact-packed annotation so children can really dig into topics without becoming overwhelmed. One picture at a time, Eyewitness books teach big subjects in easy ways. We've revamped our Eyewitness series to be even better with solid facts, shorter texts, more emphasis on images, and fresh new learning sections, making Eyewitness books the perfect way to encourage curiosity in your child or to supplement classroom learning.
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DK Eyewitness Universe
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£15.29
DK Cómo funcionan las cosas How Everything Works
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£31.49
Kingfisher Everyday STEM ScienceSpace
Book SynopsisDiscover how space is part of our daily lives with Everyday STEM ScienceSpace, filled with facts, stories, and experiments to try at home!Everyone knows there are planets and stars and space rocks, but how do these, and everything else in space, affect us on Earth? From the beginning of the universe and the origins of the planets, to the latest research and space missions, journey through space and uncover what is really out there . . .Discover how we''re made of stars, find out how old you would be if you lived on Mars, and how time travel can happen in space. Plus, meet the explorers, astronomers, and scientists whose discoveries have given us this fascinating space knowledge, including Mae Jemison, Stephen Hawking, and Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin. Readers can also carry out cool astronomical experiments at home.With easy-to-understand text written by science communicator and podcaster Izzie Clarke, and lots of colorful artworks, photos and diagr
£16.19
Kingfisher The Spectacular Science of Space
Book SynopsisThe Spectacular Science of Space is guaranteed to answer all those tricky science questions that children ask about planets, stars, and galaxiesand that parents often struggle to answer.Find out what gravity is, how we know about the Big Bang, what's it like to live on the International Space Station, and many, many more!The bright, busy artworks will encourage science-hungry children to pore over every detail and truly get to grips with the science that underpins everything around us. Information is delivered on multiple levels, allowing readers to dip in and out at speed, or take a deep dive into their favorite subjects.
£16.19
Kingfisher I Wonder Why Stars Twinkle
Book SynopsisThe bestselling I Wonder Why series has the answers to all the questions you've ever wanted to ask about the natural world, history, space, and more!What are stars made of? How hot is the Sun? Which planet's moons look like potatoes? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this fascinating question-and-answer book all about space. Information is presented in bite-sized nuggets, making it ideal for dipping in and out.Colorful illustrations by award-winning artist Marie-Ève Tremblay bring space to life, from amazing alien planets to incredible rockets. This is the ideal book for kids who are curious about the mysteries of the universe.Other titles in the I Wonder Why series include The Sea Is Salty, The Sun Rises and Camels Have Humps.
£14.39
Compass Point Books The Science of Soldiers Science of War
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£27.49
Compass Point Books The Science of Weapons Science of War
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£27.49
Capstone Press Mars Rover How a SelfPortrait Captured the Power
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£27.99
Compass Point Books Mars Rover How a SelfPortrait Captured the Power
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£9.49
Candlewick Press,U.S. Almost Astronauts
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£16.19
Candlewick Press,U.S. Oscar and the Bird
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£8.54
Candlewick Press,U.S. Exploring Space From Galileo to the Mars Rover
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£16.19
Schiffer Publishing Ltd The Solar System
Book SynopsisClimb into your space suit, make sure your gloves and helmet are properly secured, and settle behind the controls of your spaceship. 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 . . . liftoff! Fly through these 17 mazes and the universe will have no more secrets for you! Discover each of the planets in our solar system, which countries have sent animals into space, and what a day in the life of an astronaut looks like! But beware of traps, distractions, and dead ends . . .
£9.99
DK Tractor
Book SynopsisTrade Review"This book will do well in the circulating collection." — Booklist
£8.54
DK DK Readers L3 Space Heroes Amazing Astronauts DK
Book SynopsisBrave, bold, and daring—learn the amazing stories of the world's greatest astronauts in this Level 3 DK Reader. Stunning photographs combine with lively illustrations and engaging, age-appropriate stories in DK Readers, a multilevel reading program guaranteed to capture children's interest while developing their reading skills and general knowledge. With DK Readers, children will learn to read—then read to learn!
£6.59
Holiday House Inc Bicycle Book
Book SynopsisA brief history of bicycles, as well as information on the different kinds there are, how they work, and the different ways they are used. A list of safety tips for bike riders is included, as well as guidelines for bike maintenance.
£7.99
Holiday House Inc A Picture Book of George Washington Carver
Book SynopsisBorn a slave, he became a leading scientist.This is the inspiring story of the pioneering African-American teacher, scientist, and artist. Carver is perhaps best known for his scientific work with peanuts and sweet potatoes (and for inventing peanut butter!), but Time magazine also called him the Black Leonardo for his painting. Adler tells of Carver''s work at the Tuskegee Institute with Booker T. Washington, his hard childhood, and his determination to learn despite many obstacles,A man of deep faith, Carver worked throughout his life to create scientific discoveries that would improve the lives of Southerners--especially African Americans. The colorful illustrations show Carver in all stages of his life and give children insight to Carver''s world.For almost thirty years, David Adler’s Picture Book Biography series has profiled famous people who changed the world. Colorful, kid-friendly illustrations combine wit
£7.99
