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World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Seah Liang Seah: Singapore's Community Leader
Born in Singapore to a famous family, a young man called Liang Seah becomes a community leader, a lawmaker and co-founder of what is known today as the Peranakan Association Singapore. His life of service will inspire future generations. Today, Liang Seah Street reminds people of the legacy this amazing pioneer left behind.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant lands to seek out adventure and fortune in early Singapore? In this series of fully-illustrated books, you'll discover our pioneers' inspiring stories, some of which have never been written out for children before! So, come and celebrate the people who have made a difference to Singapore, through their hard work, service and sacrifice.
£11.86
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Tan Kim Seng: A Man Who Did Good For Others
A merchant from Malacca builds upon his family's wealth and achieves even greater business success. But more important than making money is giving back to society. He builds a Chinese school, a road, and even a bridge. This man was Tan Kim Seng, a man who did a lot of good for others in society.Who are our amazing pioneers, the people who travelled from distant lands to seek out adventure and fortune in early Singapore? In this series of fully-illustrated books, you'll discover our pioneers' inspiring stories, some of which have never been written out for children before! So, come and celebrate the people who have made a difference to Singapore, through their hard work, service and sacrifice.
£11.86
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Stolen Aztec Treasures, The
A trip to National Museum lands the Code Breakers right in the middle of another baffling case! Who is targeting the museum's precious Aztec exhibits? Is Matthew truly a victim of ancient Aztec curse? Will the Code Breakers be able to solve the mystery and stop the thief... before it is too late?Join The Code Breakers as they tackle exciting puzzles that lead to deeper investigation and intrigue! Matthew, Bell and Jimmy have always loved Maths. Little did they know that their hobby would eventually lead them to work with the police, take them to different countries and meet with all sorts of dangers that would test them to their limits!Each book in the series is a new adventure that invites readers to help solve Maths puzzles and codes, together with the three friends. Solutions are provided, and the stories also come with interesting and educational fun facts to grab the interest of readers.
£20.32
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Nus Overseas Colleges Story, The: Grooming Start-up Founders At Asia's Top University
Told in a narrative, story-telling style, this book tells the story of how NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC) was founded, and the critical role played by the NOC in the development of Singapore's startup ecosystem. It chronicles how the founders overcame various challenges to launch the first NOC run in 2002. Featuring the experiences of many individuals whose lives have been touched by the programme, the book captures the early days of NOC startup entrepreneurs who are now household names in the Singapore startup scene. It is a must-read for readers interested in entrepreneurship and how it can be nurtured, and those who are keen to understand the history of Singapore's startup ecosystem.
£35.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Adventures With Edible Plants
Adventures with Edible Plants is an immersive encounter with more than 15 plant species and parts that will tempt your tastebuds. How do cashew nuts grow? Why is saffron such an expensive spice? Which fruit is found in the desert? Dig up some tasty tubers. Pick your fill of cranberries. But watch out when you try wasabi! From fruit and nuts to staple starches, and from rare ingredients to the world's favourite beverages, savour the edible gifts of the plant world as never before!The World of Science comics series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds.This book aligns with the following syllabi:
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Adventures With Man-made Marvels
Adventures with Man-Made Marvels is an immersive tour of more than 15 of the world's outstanding monuments, architectural wonders and national treasures. Who made the giant stone statues on Easter Island? Why is the tower of Pisa leaning? Where is the world's tallest building? Discover the secrets of the Khufu pyramid. Lament the fate of prisoners in the Tower of London. And come face to face with the life-sized clay army of China's first emperor. From deserted ruins to city sights, and from underground mysteries to towering skyscrapers, experience the eye-popping creative and engineering feats of humankind as never before!The World of Science comics series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds.This book aligns with the following syllabi:
£9.31
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Girl And The Difficult Challenge, The
A girl is challenged by her father to solve an intriguing Maths problem, in exchange for going out to get ice cream. Can she devise a way to find the answer quickly? Read on to find out the girl's ingenious solution!The I'm a Maths Star! series comprises challenging Maths puzzles, presented in story form. Puzzles are described and then solved, step-by-step, through an engaging storyline, and using various Maths heuristic techniques that are also taught as part of the world-renowned Singapore Maths curriculum. Through illustrations and an engaging storyline, children will learn Maths heuristics, and be inspired to persevere in understanding, representing, and solving fun and intriguing Maths problems!
£20.32
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Screen Smart: Growing Up In The Digital Age
Join the Screen Smart gang as they recall their extraordinary childhood adventures in the virtual world.Learn about the potential traps and dangers posed by the web and how to stay alert to the dangers that come from traversing an online world. Plus, fun activities contribute to the learning experience!Screen Smart is written by Alan Bay, as well as professors Wonsun Shin (University of Melbourne, Australia) and May O Lwin (Nanyang Technological University, Singapore). Both of the latter authors hold extensive research experience in youth, digital media, parental mediation, and marketing communications. Their academic book, Screen-obsessed: Parenting in the Digital Age, is the first book solely focusing on parental supervision of children's media use. Screen Smart is the child's accompaniment. It aims to educate children and teenagers on Internet safety and the pitfalls of being online.Each chapter focuses on a different theme (screen time management, screen addiction, cyber impersonation and bullying, advertisement awareness) and includes activities to engage and educate readers.The book also includes a Parent's Corner with further information and tips on how parents can effectively guide their offspring living in the multimedia environment. Germaine Tan (Senior Clinical Psychologist, Institute of Mental Health, Singapore) contributes an article.
£9.31
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Romance Of The Three Kingdoms: Strategies And Ruses
Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang fought many wars. Throughout, they did not have surveillance drones and binoculars to spy on the enemy. Radios and telephones had not been invented yet, so they could not even communicate with their own soldiers. How did they even manage to organise a war, much less win it? They did it with their intelligence and quick thinking! In the third and final book of the Romance of the Three Kingdoms series, learn about the strategies and ruses practiced by Liu Bei and Zhuge Liang!
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Christmas Carol, A
Bah, humbug! Ebenezer Scrooge is a mean-spirited, miserly old man with no friends. One cold Christmas Eve, he is visited by the ghosts of past, present and future, who will show him the error of his ways. Will the bitter Scrooge be able to change for the better?
£9.31
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Marky Polo's Travels Set
Marky Polo is a pangolin who comes from a family line of famous travellers and explorers. Come join him in this set of books as he travels around the world to make his mark! From Tokyo, to Beijing, and finally to Singapore, children will get to see sights and landmarks from around the world, and learn more about different cultures through full-colour illustrations and bonus features like Augmented Reality.This set contains three titles:
£27.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Marky Polo's Travels Set
Marky Polo is a pangolin who comes from a family line of famous travellers and explorers. Come join him in this set of books as he travels around the world to make his mark! From Tokyo, to Beijing, and finally to Singapore, children will get to see sights and landmarks from around the world, and learn more about different cultures through full-colour illustrations and bonus features like Augmented Reality.This set contains three titles:
£19.47
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Adventures With Endangered Animals
Adventures with Endangered Animals is an immersive encounter with more than 15 unique creatures in danger of being lost to our world forever. Why do red-crowned cranes dance? How is the Brazilian three-banded armadillo able to turn into a ball? Why are the northern fur seals decreasing in number? Swim with the world's largest fish, the whale shark. Admire the rare and beautiful baiji. And play with the Borneo elephants in the Kinabatangan River. From the freezing ocean waters to bamboo forests, and from tropical forests to nature reserves, experience these elusive endangered creatures as never before!The World of Science comics series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds.This book aligns with the following syllabi:
£9.31
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd George Yeo: Musings - Series One
George Yeo: Musings Series One and Series Two available as a set hereGeorge Yeo: Musings (In 3 Volumes) available as a set hereOver sessions which lasted two to three hours each time, every week for half a year, George Yeo met and mused over a wide range of topics with writer Woon Tai Ho and research assistant Keith Yap. Speaking from notes, he began with himself and his hope for Singapore, and then spanned over a wide range of subjects — from the importance of human diversity and Singapore's reflection within itself of the world, to history, politics, economics, philosophy, taijigong and religion. He gives his views on India, China, ASEAN, Europe, the US and other parts of the world, and how Singapore's history and destiny are connected to all of them. The style is conversational and anecdotal.George Yeo: Musings is exactly that — musings. Some themes recur throughout the book which reflect his view of life. But there is no grand theory. He does not expect all of his reflections to be of interest to everyone, but he hopes that everyone will find something of interest.This is the first of a three-part series.
£55.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd George Yeo: Musings - Series Three
George Yeo: Musings (In 3 Volumes) available as a set hereOver sessions which lasted two to three hours each time, every week for half a year, George Yeo met and mused over a wide range of topics with writer Woon Tai Ho and research assistant Keith Yap. Speaking from notes, he began with himself and his hope for Singapore, and then spanned over a wide range of subjects — from the importance of human diversity and Singapore's reflection within itself of the world, to history, politics, economics, philosophy, taijigong and religion. He gives his views on India, China, ASEAN, Europe, the US and other parts of the world, and how Singapore's history and destiny are connected to all of them. The style is conversational and anecdotal.George Yeo: Musings is exactly that — musings. Some themes recur throughout the book which reflect his view of life. But there is no grand theory. He does not expect all of his reflections to be of interest to everyone, but he hopes that everyone will find something of interest.This is the third of a three-part series.
£80.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Pop! Lit For Kids (Set 3)
Taking classic stories from Asia and the West, Pop! Lit for Kids reimagines them into easy-to-read stories that provide the perfect introduction to classic tales. The most well-loved stories from around the world have been adapted into a form that will excite and entertain children everywhere.
£33.99
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Abby The Anteater Feasts On The Ants: A Story About Skip Counting By Five And Ten
Abby the Anteater is upset that her mother eats more ants than her.She quickly learns a painful lesson when she rushes for an extra serving.Follow the anteaters' eventful day at the grassland and learn to skip count by five and ten.Read fun facts about giant anteaters!Jump start your child's advancement in numeracy with the Happy Learning Math series. Your child will delight in the fun stories about animals and encounter Math concepts, such as ordinal numbers, counting, skip counting, addition, subtraction and more.Materials for interactive play and links to printables are also included, turning each book into a hands-on experiential learning tool. Fun Science facts are also weaved into each story to spark your child's curiosity about the world.This book comes with bonus fun and interactive elements to reinforce your child's learning of Math concepts!
£11.86
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd I'm A Little Scientist! (Set 4)
Discover, experiment and learn with the little scientists! Each little scientist has something new to teach young readers. Cody the Robot is here to introduce young children to the exciting world of coding. Join Cody, and his two friends Lily and Logan, on their adventures as they learn fundamental coding concepts, all while having loads of fun! Go beyond the story with fun simple activities to encourage interactive learning! Each book features two pages of scientific information and activities for children to put what they've learnt into action.Everyone can be a little scientist!
£55.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Akbar And Birbal: Super Funny Stories
£9.31
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Poppy And Puff The Pandas Share Their Bamboos: A Story About Division By Two
Puff and Poppy the Pandas find a bamboo forest.But are there enough bamboos for both pandas?Follow the giant pandas' delightful journey through the mountainous forest and learn division by two.Read fun facts about giant pandas!Jump start your child's advancement in numeracy with the Happy Learning Math series. Your child will delight in the fun stories about animals and encounter Math concepts, such as ordinal numbers, counting, skip counting, addition, subtraction and more.Materials for interactive play and links to printables are also included, turning each book into a hands-on experiential learning tool. Fun Science facts are also weaved into each story to spark your child's curiosity about the world.This book comes with bonus fun and interactive elements to reinforce your child's learning of Math concepts!
£11.86
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Illustrious Heritage, An: The History Of Tan Tock Seng And Family
Tan Tock Seng, one of Singapore's most illustrious pioneers, was an influential Chinese community leader. In the early 1820s, he responded to Sir Stamford Raffles' call to open up Singapore for trade, and later became a prominent entrepreneur, a social leader of the Chinese community and a philanthropist. He also spearheaded the building of the Thian Hock Keng Temple as a rallying point for his fellow clansmen, as well as the Tan Tock Seng Hospital to provide medical services for people in Singapore.This book provides a comprehensive account of Tan Tock Seng's life, tracing his life and legacy, as well as the contributions of himself and his family. It also includes prominent family members such as Tan Kim Ching, Tan Teck Guan, Tan Boo Liat, Tan Chay Yan and Tan Hoon Siang. The fruits of their contributions have greatly impacted communities in Singapore, as well as other countries in the region.In delineating the Tan family's life and contributions, perspectives into the social, political and business workings of the lives of Overseas Chinese immigrants during the colonial era are also brought to light. Their legacy beyond Singapore's shores also highlights the regional networks of business and Chinese settlement in Nanyang. These stories bring complexity and nuance to broad-stroke developments, events and milestones in Singapore history, enhancing popular understanding and appreciation of Singapore.
£125.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Nobel Prizes 2019, The
The Nobel Prizes is the official yearbook of the Nobel Foundation. This edition provides extensive information about the 2019 laureates: their Nobel Prize lectures and their autobiographies, as well as presentation speeches and background about the Nobel festivities.Published on behalf of the Nobel Foundation.
£135.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Adventures With More Land Animals
Adventures with More Land Animals is an immersive encounter with more than 20 residents of diverse habitats above and below ground. What's the difference between antlers and horns? Why does the sloth move so slowly? Can you spot the black panther's ... spots? March in an army of ants. Take a road trip to marvel at the moose. Wrestle with the coconut crab. And meet the unforgettable proboscis monkey! From the Arctic wilderness to the Andean Mountains, and from faraway grasslands to gardens next door, experience more land animals up closer than ever before!The World of Science comics series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds.This book aligns with the following syllabi:
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Delightful Dinner, The: Coding With Cody
It is Logan's first time out with Cody the Robot at the hawker centre. Together with his sister Lily, can they help the family order and pick up their food?This is the second book in the Coding with Cody series, which introduces fundamental coding concepts to kids. It discusses variables in counting, which work like containers to hold numbers, phrases, or other important things stored in computer memory. These variables can then be used wherever they are needed.
£11.86
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Adventures Of Admiral Cheng Ho, The
Come along on Admiral Cheng Ho's trailblazing expeditions to xiyang, the 'western seas'! We will encounter pirates, typhoons and treacherous kings but the Admiral is smart. He is also backed by the strength of the Imperial fleet. Will the Admiral overcome these threats and make the Emperor proud?
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Covid-19 Chronicles, The: Singapore's Journey From Pandemia To Peri-pandemic Limbo
No one is safe until everyone is safe. Singapore's struggle against the coronavirus mirrors those being waged by countries everywhere against a relentless, invisible enemy. In times of crisis, confusion and pandemonium abound. Sensing a need for simple and concise public health education and information that could help people to make sense of a bewildering new abnormal, the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine launched a long-running series of illustrated stories on social media platforms. The COVID-19 Chronicles quickly took off, drawing the attention of the WHO's Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network, which arranged for the series to be shared with other countries.This book features every Chronicles story published, and tells the story of the work behind the scenes to bring each episode to life. Offering bite-sized explanations of issues and topics seeded by the pandemic's global march, the Chronicles prods readers to stay safe, while also providing a humorous take on Singaporean life in the time of COVID-19.
£25.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd I'm A Future Astronomer!
Why do stars twinkle? Why is Pluto no longer considered a planet? Who was the first animal in space? Is a day on Venus really longer than a year on Venus? What really is a shooting star? Curious to find out the answers to these questions? Join Astro the asteroid on an exciting journey and learn all about space. The I'm a Future Scientist! series is based on the Science Centre Singapore's longstanding and highly popular Young Scientist badge programme. This exciting series of full-colour books for 6-12 year olds will spark sustained interest in scientific fields, such as botany, zoology, marine biology, conservation and the environment, astronomy, and many more, with delivering primary-school-level Science learning points in an engaging and relatable way! Through clearly written educational articles, fun cartoons, suggested hands-on activities, as well as full-colour photographs and illustrations, these books are the perfect companions for budding scientists to delve further into a wide range of fields of Science. In addition, Augmented Reality (AR) elements will also help to bring Science alive for children, helping them to retain the information provided better, and inspiring better learning! And, as a bonus, earn points for the Young Scientist Badge programme from Science Centre Singapore, using the links inside!SERIES DISTINCTIVES:
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Don Quixote: The Crazy Adventures Of A Knight-in-training
Alonso is an old man who is obsessed with stories of heroism. So, he reinvents himself as Don Quixote, knight-in-training! Accompanied by his servant-turned-squire, Sancho, as well as his trusty old horse Rosinante, he sets off on many crazy adventures. Join this wacky knight as he attempts to battle giants that aren't giants and saves maidens who might not want to be saved!
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Girl And The Birthday Problem, The
When Miss Cheryl the teacher cheekily sets an IQ puzzle for her student's parents, her student is delighted to find that her parents are able to solve it quickly. But, how did they do it? Let's find out!The I'm a Maths Star! series comprises challenging Maths puzzles, presented in story form. Puzzles are described and then solved, step-by-step, through an engaging storyline, and using various Maths heuristic techniques that are also taught as part of the world-renowned Singapore Maths curriculum. Through illustrations and an engaging storyline, children will learn Maths heuristics, and be inspired to persevere in understanding, representing, and solving fun and intriguing Maths problems!Includes a Guide to Problem-solving by Yeap Ban Har!
£11.86
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Boy And The Ants, The
A boy staring at ants suddenly thinks of a fun but difficult Maths problem. How long will it take the ants to fall off the stick he's looking at, if they keep bumping into each other and changing directions? Does this sound impossible to solve? It isn't! Read on to find out the boy's ingenious solution!The I'm a Maths Star! series comprises challenging Maths puzzles, presented in story form. Puzzles are described and then solved, step-by-step, through an engaging storyline, and using various Maths heuristic techniques that are also taught as part of the world renowned Singapore Maths curriculum. Through illustrations and an engaging storyline, children will learn Maths heuristics, and be inspired to persevere in understanding, representing, and solving fun and intriguing Maths problems!Includes a Guide to Problem-solving by Yeap Ban Har!
£11.86
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Girl And The Birthday Problem, The
When Miss Cheryl the teacher cheekily sets an IQ puzzle for her student's parents, her student is delighted to find that her parents are able to solve it quickly. But, how did they do it? Let's find out!The I'm a Maths Star! series comprises challenging Maths puzzles, presented in story form. Puzzles are described and then solved, step-by-step, through an engaging storyline, and using various Maths heuristic techniques that are also taught as part of the world-renowned Singapore Maths curriculum. Through illustrations and an engaging storyline, children will learn Maths heuristics, and be inspired to persevere in understanding, representing, and solving fun and intriguing Maths problems!Includes a Guide to Problem-solving by Yeap Ban Har!
£20.32
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Boy And The Ants, The
A boy staring at ants suddenly thinks of a fun but difficult Maths problem. How long will it take the ants to fall off the stick he's looking at, if they keep bumping into each other and changing directions? Does this sound impossible to solve? It isn't! Read on to find out the boy's ingenious solution!The I'm a Maths Star! series comprises challenging Maths puzzles, presented in story form. Puzzles are described and then solved, step-by-step, through an engaging storyline, and using various Maths heuristic techniques that are also taught as part of the world renowned Singapore Maths curriculum. Through illustrations and an engaging storyline, children will learn Maths heuristics, and be inspired to persevere in understanding, representing, and solving fun and intriguing Maths problems!Includes a Guide to Problem-solving by Yeap Ban Har!
£20.32
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Practical Numerical Mathematics With Matlab: A Workbook And Solutions
This workbook and solutions manual is intended for advanced undergraduate or beginning graduate students as a supplement to a traditional course in numerical mathematics and as preparation for independent research involving numerical mathematics. The solutions manual provides complete MATLAB code and numerical results for each of the exercises in the workbook and will be especially useful for those students without previous MATLAB programming experience. It is also valuable for classroom instructors to help pinpoint the author's intent in each exercise and to provide a model for graders. Upon completion of this material, students will have a working knowledge of MATLAB programming, they will have themselves programmed algorithms encountered in classwork and textbooks, and they will know how to check and verify their own programs against hand calculations and by reference to theoretical results, special polynomial solutions and other specialized solutions. No previous programming experience with MATLAB is necessary.
£90.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd World Scientific Reference Of Water Science, The (In 3 Volumes)
Water is an indispensable resource for our society. Essential to sustaining life and economic prosperity, water is also the basic component for manufacturing almost everything to keep society alive, including energy, food, clothing, cars, and electronics, among many other examples. It is, thus, an integral part of our lives beyond simply quenching our thirst. In addition, our future economy and security highly depend upon the availability of clean water. Yet given its critical importance, there is a limited supply of renewable freshwater across the globe and there is no substitute. Global population and economic growth, urbanization, and climate change further exacerbate the increasing stress on freshwater supplies. As such, society urgently needs to find the scientific and engineering solutions to more efficiently manage our precious water resources. The volumes of this multi-volume reference cover the latest scientific advancements and solutions in managing and treating this crucial resource.Related Link(s)
£1,370.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Handbook On Computer Learning And Intelligence (In 2 Volumes)
The Handbook on Computer Learning and Intelligence is a second edition which aims to be a one-stop-shop for the various aspects of the broad research area of computer learning and intelligence. This field of research evolved so much in the last five years that it necessitates this new edition of the earlier Handbook on Computational Intelligence.This two-volume handbook is divided into five parts. Volume 1 covers Explainable AI and Supervised Learning. Volume 2 covers three parts: Deep Learning, Intelligent Control, and Evolutionary Computation. The chapters detail the theory, methodology and applications of computer learning and intelligence, and are authored by some of the leading experts in the respective areas. The fifteen core chapters of the previous edition have been written and significantly refreshed by the same authors. Parts of the handbook have evolved to keep pace with the latest developments in computational intelligence in the areas that span across Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence. The Handbook remains dedicated to applications and engineering-orientated aspects of these areas over abstract theories.Related Link(s)
£275.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd World Of Discovery Level A Set 1
The is a specially curated selection of children's books that focus on discovering Asia and discovering STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths). Under the guidance of Dr Ruth Y L Wong, these books aim to promote reading for pleasure, while exciting kids through discovery. With 51 books in this inaugural batch, and with more to come, the books are divided into three levels depending on the child's reading ability: A (Achieving), B (Blooming) and C (Confident). The Level A Set 1 features 12 titles, exploring themes of science, imagination, nature and global stories.Intended outcomes of Level A include teaching children to be able to:
£40.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd I Can Change The World... With The Flick Of A Switch
Poon Sing was about to go out and play soccer with his friends when his mother stopped him. What had Poon Sing forgotten to do before leaving? And why did it matter? Follow Poon Sing and his mother as they discover just how one little action from him could make a huge difference to the sustainability of our world.Every book in the I Can Change the World... collection contains a creative story that highlights the importance of individual action on environmental sustainability. Through engaging narratives and full-colour illustrations, the I'm a Little Scientist series introduces children to the exciting and ever-advancing world of science.
£20.32
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Adventures With Reptiles And Amphibians
Adventures with Reptiles and Amphibians is an immersive encounter with more than 20 representatives of some 14,000 cold-blooded species worldwide. How can you tell if a snake is venomous? How does the chameleon change its colours? Why is the Japanese giant salamander a rare sight in the wild? Lumber with the world's largest lizard, the komodo dragon. Discover the secrets of the Galapagos tortoise. And admire (but don't touch!) the brightly coloured poison dart frog. From leafy forests to muddy wetlands, and sandy deserts to fast-flowing rivers, experience the remarkable world of reptiles and amphibians as never before!The World of Science comics series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds.This book aligns with the following syllabi:
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Adventures With Natural Wonders
Adventures with Natural Wondersis an immersive encounter with more than 20 natural phenomena that deserve special mention. Which is the world's largest living feline? Where are the most impressive waterfalls on Earth? What makes the oceans glow in the dark? Climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro. Follow the trail of a mythical Irish giant. And glide over Cappadocia in a hot-air balloon. From animal oddities to weird weather effects, and tiny grains of sand to towering geographical landforms, experience the breathtaking natural world as never before!The World of Science comics series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds.This book aligns with the following syllabi:
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd World Scientific Handbook Of Organic Optoelectronic Devices (Volumes 3 & 4)
Organic (opto)electronic materials have received considerable attention due to their applications in perovskite and flexible electronics, OPVs and OLEDs and many others. Reflecting the rapid growth in research and development of organic (opto)electronic materials over the last few decades, World Scientific Handbook of Organic Optoelectronic Devices provides a comprehensive coverage of the state-of-the-art in an accessible format. It presents the most widely recognized fundamentals, principles, and mechanisms along with representative examples, key experimental data, and over 200 illustrative figures.
£820.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Progress In Layered Double Hydroxides: From Synthesis To New Applications
Layered Double Hydroxides (LDH) are two-dimensional materials with unique physiochemical properties, which enable their use in a wide range of applications such as catalysis, biomaterials, energy, filler of polymeric composites, and water remediation.This book addresses basic aspects of LDH as the implementations in the methodologies based on density functional theory (DFT) to understand the properties and applications of LDHs, the synthetic methods to prepare LDHs and LDH based core-shell structures, and the swelling and exfoliation behaviors of LDH compounds. A relevant part of the book is devoted to consolidated and emerging applications of LDHs as catalysts in photocatalysis, electrocatalysis and water oxidation processes, as biomaterials and as functional fillers in food packaging. New advances on LDH are described with a keen eye on the past research.
£155.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Handbook Of Unconventional Computing (In 2 Volumes)
Did you know that computation can be implemented with cytoskeleton networks, chemical reactions, liquid marbles, plants, polymers and dozens of other living and inanimate substrates? Do you know what is reversible computing or a DNA microscopy? Are you aware that randomness aids computation? Would you like to make logical circuits from enzymatic reactions? Have you ever tried to implement digital logic with Minecraft? Do you know that eroding sandstones can compute too?This volume reviews most of the key attempts in coming up with an alternative way of computation. In doing so, the authors show that we do not need computers to compute and we do not need computation to infer. It invites readers to rethink the computer and computing, and appeals to computer scientists, mathematicians, physicists and philosophers. The topics are presented in a lively and easily accessible manner and make for ideal supplementary reading across a broad range of subjects.Related Link(s)
£410.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Standing Tall: The Goh Chok Tong Years, Volume 2
Some did not expect him to last long as Prime Minister. Few predicted he would succeed in the footsteps of Lee Kuan Yew. When Goh Chok Tong took over as the second Prime Minister of Singapore in 1990, many - from within and without the country - wondered aloud if the young country would survive Lee Kuan Yew.But Goh would confound the naysayers, leading Singapore for 14 years through recessions, terrorist attacks, electoral setbacks and even a mysterious virus. Standing Tall captures the transformation of a political leader, evolving from a Prime Minister with a touch of naivety to a hard-nosed strategist. He would introduce some of the country's most controversial policies, including the foreign talent scheme and formula for ministerial salaries, while advancing a kinder and gentler Singapore with the likes of MediFund and Edusave.The unchartered post-Cold War world which Goh stepped into posed challenges to the new leader, yet he not only cemented but also expanded Singapore's global space and stature. Along the way, he overcame hurdles from Bill Clinton's administration, exchanged quips with Nelson Mandela, and even saved Li Peng from a possibly severe heart attack.This sequel is written by author and journalist Peh Shing Huei, who also penned . Through interviews and access to People's Action Party documents and Goh's notes, this authorised biography uncovers rare insights into Singapore politics. Standing Tall tells the untold story of the Goh Chok Tong years, as he continues with Singapore's transformation into a global city.
£50.00
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Marky Polo In Tokyo
Marky Polo is a pangolin who comes from a family line of famous travelers and explorers. Unlike his family, Marky has never travelled and isn't sure if he likes adventures.Now, Marky is traveling overseas for the first time — to visit his cousin, Munchie Polo, in Tokyo! But when Marky lands in Narita Airport, his luggage bag is taken by another traveler. Will Marky Polo ever catch up with his luggage in his madcap chase across Tokyo?
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Adventures With Aquatic Creatures
Covering more than seven-tenths of Earth's surface, the planet's freshwater bodies and oceans together host a diversity of aquatic life. What kind of stars inhabit the seas? What makes whales lose their way? Get ready to meet an ocean 'unicorn', swim with dugongs and investigate some of the weirdest looking residents of the deep. From the serpent-like oarfish to the giant Pacific octopus, here is our sampling of creatures that captivate scientists and storytellers alike!The World of Science comics series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds.This book aligns with the following syllabi:
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Journey To The West: Chaos In Heaven
Are you ready for a journey you'll never forget?Join Tripitaka, Sun Wukong, Zhu Bajie and many other friends on a great adventure! Sun Wukong might be mischievous, but he's fun to be with! Watch as Tripitaka faces a lot of problems and overcomes them, one step at a time. Be inspired by Zhu Bajie, who has a lot of weaknesses and tries very hard to cope with them. So, are you in?
£11.85
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Mysterious Black Holes
This little book describes the past, present and future of black holes through a funny and engaging story involving Grandpa Louie, his two grandchildren and two of their friends.During a beautiful sunny day on the beach, the children play, swim, enjoy their time, and ask a lot of questions to Grandpa Louie, a retired astronomy professor. Who better than him to tell all the secrets of black holes to a group of curious children? Who discovered them? What do 'black holes' mean? Are There different types of black holes? How does a black hole form? What is his fate? How did scientists manage to 'observe' these celestial bodies which, by definition, cannot be seen? At the end, we also bring up the subject of parallel universes, which could exist beyond the horizon of a black hole.This book is suitable for children from 6 to 12 years old.
£7.78
World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd Adventures With Aquatic Creatures
Covering more than seven-tenths of Earth's surface, the planet's freshwater bodies and oceans together host a diversity of aquatic life. What kind of stars inhabit the seas? What makes whales lose their way? Get ready to meet an ocean 'unicorn', swim with dugongs and investigate some of the weirdest looking residents of the deep. From the serpent-like oarfish to the giant Pacific octopus, here is our sampling of creatures that captivate scientists and storytellers alike!The World of Science comics series engages, educates and entertains children, imparting scientific facts, while nurturing the love of Science through dynamic, full-colour comics. All topics covered are in line with the Singapore primary Science syllabus and the Cambridge primary Science curriculum, and also offer beyond-the-syllabus insights designed to stretch inquiring young minds.This book aligns with the following syllabi:
£9.31
