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Uncover the mysteries of the Internet in this funny technology seriesWhat was the first thing ever sent on the Internet? Can winds blow WIFI away? And is the web REALLY full of spiders? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way!Contents:What is the Internet?/Are the World Wide Web and the Internet the same thing?/ What was the first thing sent over the Internet?/ Can the wind blow WiFi away?/ Is the Web really full of spiders?/Is there one big Internet superhighway?/Why does the Internet need walls?/ Why is TimBL an HTML Hero?/ Do I need wellies to go streaming?/ Can you break the Internet?/ What's the Internet of Things?/ What's the digital divide?/ Quick-fire questions/Glossary/Further reading/IndexTitles in the series:What's so super about a supercomputer?/Can a driverless car get lost?/Will robots take over the world?/How do you go to the toilet in space?/Who invented inventing?/Can you break the internet?/Can light slice through steel?/Why do phone calls travel into space?The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making technology fun and accessible for every young reader.

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Uncover the mysteries of computing in this funny technology series for readers aged 9 and upWhat's the difference between a bug and a virus? Why were early computers so BIG? And just why is it called a mouse?! Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way!The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making technology fun and accessible for every young reader.

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Uncover the mysteries of transport in this funny technology series for readers aged 9 and upWhy do your ears pop when you're flying? Are crash test dummies dumb? And just WHAT is a crumple zone? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way.The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making technology fun and accessible for every young reader.

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Service robots are put to work helping people in all sorts of locations, from hospitals and care homes to factories and restaurants. Among other amazing feats, robot helpers can produce one complete motor car every 30 seconds, prepare 300 pizzas an hour and reply to questions in 15 languages. In this book, aimed at children aged 8+, readers can meet these robot helpers and many more, then try a quick quiz to find out how much they have learned.

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An engaging look at the global impact of robots and robotics that have an environmental impact, discovering how robots move, sense and make decisions in the service of humans.By building ever smarter robots we can equip them with the ability to work better by themselves and perform varied and complex tasks. Super-smart robots can work for 2,000,000 hours, without human supervision, make 21,000,000,000,000 calculations per second and reach a top speed of 282.42 kilometres an hour among other stupendous things.Books in the series: Eco-Robots Robot Explorers Robot Helpers Super-smart Robots

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Packed with stunning photographs, this book celebrates the incredible ingenuity of spacecraft designers and the courage of intrepid astronauts. It offers a chronological sweep of the history of space travel and technology, from the ealiest rockets to the latest missions. Readers age 7 and up can discover the amazing array of technology that has enabled us to leave Earth and explore the universe. Then they can become rocket scientists themselves by following step-by-step instructions to build and launch their own rocket.

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In this exciting, photo-packed book, discover the world''s most amazing computers, from the first mechanical calculators to the latest groundbreaking designs. Step back in time to explore the history of computer gaming - from the first simple pong game to the latest high-tech console. Meet the pioneers of computer programming and gain an insight into how computers work. You can even become a coder yourself - follow step-by-step instructions to program your very own computer game!

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Myth Busters: Body Bloopers takes readers on a wild ride through the human body in search of the truth! Have you been told carrots improve your eyesight? Or that junk food causes spots? Think again! Conspiracy theories, popular trivia, old wives' tales, common misconceptions and misinterpretations are explored to untruth exactly why they are wrong, and how and why they were adopted as fact in the first place. Thoroughly entertaining with fun typography, fast-paced text written by Clive Gifford, light and fascinating side-stories, and lively, photo-montaged illustrations, this big huge compendium of curriculum-led subjects appeals to today's technological-savvy children. Fully detailing each myth and error, along with its historical or scientific background, each falsehood is debunked, and then a full explanation of its true facts are presented.

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Where is the hottest place on the Earth? Which animals love the hot weather? Where would you see a mirage? In Focus: Tropical Lands has the answers! In Focus is a cool, new information series that's perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, quickfire quizzes and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fun facts, kids will have fun learning about the world around them!Each In Focus book features a contents page, glossary and index, plus front and end gatefold flaps on the cover.

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A fun first series introducing readers to life online.Whenever you go on the internet, play a computer game or listen to music on a digital device, coding is what makes it all work! Find out all about coding and learn how to do some simple coding yourself with Computer Kids: Coding Online.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they''re online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers'' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character''Max Computer'' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Coding the world All about programs Learn a languageCoding rules, OK! Start and finish Making moves Block party! What''s a variable?

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A fun first series explaining to young readers how they can be healthy onlineJust like in real life, it''s important to be healthy online. Find out how to take care of your body and mind while you''re online, from taking micro-breaks and stretching to dealing with cyberbullies.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they''re online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers'' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character''Max Computer'' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Staying healthy and happyGet comfortableInput and outputKeeping your device healthyTake a break!Stretch for successYour digital footprintSpreading the wor

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A fun first series introducing readers to life online.The online world offers great opportunities for having fun online, from gaming with friends to learning how to paint your own masterpiece! Find out the best ways to enjoy yourself safely online with Computer Kids: Having Fun Online.These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digitaldevices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protectthemselves and their projects when they''re online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spreadreinforce readers'' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character''Max Computer'' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Having fun online Games galore! Controlling games Good gaming Sounds fun! Arty ideas Arts and crafts computing Fun photos Being social

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A fun series introducing readers to life online.Are you ready to take your first steps into the online world? Discover the best, safest ways to do it with Going Online - from how to use a mouse to how to navigate a website! These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digital devices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protect themselves and their projects when they''re online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spread reinforce readers'' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character ''Max Computer'' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:What is going online?Get connectedHardware and softwareTools for the jobEmailWeb welcomeLet''s browse!Jumping aroundA world of websitesCookiesGo socialOnline with othersFavourite placesMax

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Build your sports skills with the Sports Academy series.Looking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the important tennis skills you'll need. Full of skills tips and illustrations showing key techniques, you'll discover everything - from serving to scoring.The series Sports Academy covers rules, equipment and major competitions through specially commissioned, step-by-step illustrations that clearly shows skills and techniques needed for a sporting children aged 9+.

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Uncover the mysteries of invention in this funny technology seriesHow did a bird invent a train? Was the can opener REALLY invented fifty years after the can? And did any famous inventions happen by sheer accident? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way!The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making technology fun and accessible for every young reader.Contents:What is an invention?/Who invented inventing?/ How do inventors invent?/Do inventors make squillions?/What was the great telephone race?/Who invented the concrete sofa?/Where are all the female inventors?/Were can openers really invented 50 years after cans?/Are inventions ever recycled?/How can a vest stop speeding bullets?/How did a bird inspire a train?/Do inventions ever occur by accident?/Quick-fire questionsGlossary / Further reading/IndexTitles in the series:What's so super about a supercomputer?/Can a driverless car get lost?/Will robots take over the world?/How do you go to the toilet in space?/Who invented inventing?/Can you break the internet?/Can light slice through steel?/Why do phone calls travel into space?

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Uncover the mysteries of transport in this funny technology series for readers aged 9 and upWhy do your ears pop when you're flying? Are crash test dummies dumb? And just WHAT is a crumple zone? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way.The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making history fun and accessible for every young reader.

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Build your football skills with the Sports Academy series.Looking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the important football skills you'll need. Full of skills tips and illustrations showing key techniques, you'll discover everything - from scoring to defending.The series Sports Academy covers rules, equipment and major competitions through specially commissioned, step-by-step illustrations that clearly shows skills and techniques needed for a sport. Great for readers aged 9+

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What is the name of the first book in the Famous Five series? Who is NOT a member of the Five: Julian, Nora or Anne? What does George's father do for a living? So you've read the books, maybe more than once, but how much do you really know about the adventures of the Famous Five? Revisit their best moments and meet all your favourite characters again in this brilliant quiz book.

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Myth Busters: Animal Errors takes readers on a wild ride through the natural world in search of-the truth! Have you been told a goldfish only has a three-second memory? Or that ostriches bury their head in the sand? Think again! Conspiracy theories, popular trivia, old wives' tales, common misconceptions and misinterpretations are explored to explain exactly why they are wrong, and how and why they were adopted as fact in the first place. Thoroughly entertaining with fun typography, fast-paced text written by Clive Gifford, light and fascinating side-stories, and lively, photo-montaged illustrations, this big huge compendium of curriculum-led subjects appeals to today's technological-savvy children. Fully detailing each myth and error, along with its historical or scientific background, each falsehood is debunked, and then a full explanation of its true facts are presented.

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Spewing out fountains of red-hot lava and toxic plumes of smoke, volcanoes are dangerous and deadly. But every volcano is different - in shape and size, location and destructiveness.The Explosive History of Volcanoes explains the Volcanic Explosivity Index giving examples of more than 25 of the most, and least, explosive volcanoes in history and in the world today.Find out about these amazing natural phenomena and see how they''re formed, where they are in the world and why some explode so violently. Discover why people live so close to volcanoes and how scientists are helping to predict when the next eruptions might occur.The consultant, Professor Katharine Cashman, is Professor of Volcanology, currently working at the University of Oregon.

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A fun series introducing readers to life online.The online world offers great opportunities for learning, from support with homework to discovering how to do your favourite football trick! Find out the best ways to learn and have fun safely online with these friendly guides, perfect for children aged 5 and up. These positive, friendly guides aim to explain to young readers the learning potential and fun of digital devices, websites and (age-appropriate) media and games, but also how to stay well and protect themselves and their projects when they''re online. Simple, fun on- and off-line activities on every spread reinforce readers'' understanding and allow them to explore the digital world safely, while the character ''Max Computer'' offers practical advice and hands-on tips.Contents:Learning onlineUsing a word processorSites and listsHomework helpersTaking notesSearch enginesLet''s get searching!Checking out resu

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Packed with information for children aged 9-11 on different ski disciplines, indoor and outdoor ski resorts, plus the equipment they will need to stay safe and comfortable. Filled with plenty of action-packed photographs, it will guide them through their first skills and techniques on the piste and shows how to progress to the next level.

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Whether you're a diehard fan or new to the sport, prepare to be amazed by this fun-filled book of stories, facts and stats from the world of golf.With over 80 million fans worldwide, golf is a fast-growing sport among grown-ups AND kids!Did you know that . . .You can only compete in the annual Kris Kringle Open in the USA if you're dressed as Santa Claus.In Japan, a player who makes a hole-in-one is expected to host a party and buy gifts for their competitors!Golf has been around for centuries. In 1457 it was banned in Scotland by King James II because it was distracting people from practising archery.Wherever YOU are on your golf journey, you'll love these fascinating stories, introducing golf''s greatest heroes, inspiring episodes and the silliest, most surprising moments from this incredible sport. Packed with facts and stats, player profiles, a players guide, glossary and quiz. Written by the king of sports writing, and golfing enthusiast, Clive Gifford with illustrations from tal

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Would you rather wipe Henry VIII's bottom for him or be one of his wives? Would you rather act in a Tudor play or take part in a jousting match? Only you can decide!Adventure into the fascinating world of the Tudors with this new Would You Rather book!Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the adventurous, fascinating (and sometimes stinky!) lives of the Tudors. Prepare to decide what you would choose to eat at a Tudor banquet, what job you would be best at, what you would wear and much more!Each would you rather' question is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about Tudor history rediscover familiar favourites like Henry VIII, Elizabeth I and Shakespeare, and delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing time of history.Also available:Would You Rather? VikingsWould You Rather? Ancient EgyptiansWould You Rather? Ancient RomansWould You Rather? ExplorersWould You Rather? Tudors

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Did you know there''s a robot chef that can make 50 pizzas per hour? Would you swim with a robotic fish that gulps up microplastics in the ocean? Find out how the technology works and become an expert in all things robotics - from LiDAR sensors and autonomous drones to nanobots and robot swarms.Super Tech explores the cutting-edge technology in your home, up in Space and even inside your body, and gives you a glimpse into the tech of the future. Informative, accessible facts are combined with a mix of photography and playful illustration that''s perfect for readers 7 and up.

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Uncover the mysteries of computing in this funny technology series for readers aged 9 and upWhat's the difference between a bug and a virus? Why were early computers so BIG? And just why is it called a mouse?! Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way!The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making history fun and accessible for every young reader.

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An engaging look at the global impact of robots and robotics, discovering how robot helpers move, sense and make decisions in the service of humans.Fearsome robots are sometimes shown in sci-fi movies attacking Earth, but in real life, robots are actually helping to save the planet. Service robots are put to work helping people in all sorts of locations, from hospitals and care homes to factories and restaurants. Among other amazing feats, robot helpers can produce one complete motor car every 30 seconds, prepare 300 pizzas an hour and reply to questions in 15 languages. In this book, aimed at children aged 8+, readers can meet these robot helpers and many more, then try a quick quiz to find out how much they have learned.Books in the series: Eco-Robots Robot Explorers Robot Helpers Super-smart Robots

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Computing and Coding in the Real World looks at applied coding and the computation hidden in the world that surrounds us. Readers will learn how things work, from scanners at supermarket checkouts to 3D printers. Features give practical activities for readers to try. These 'try at home' examples help reinforce learning and are not linked to specific software or operating systems. Real-world anecdotes from the world of information technology look at the forerunners of digital technology that have paved the way for coders today.Provides support to many teachers who are not subject specialists in this area and who can use this book for ideas, inspiration and materials. The book doesn't rely on a particular software/OS.Other titles in the Get Ahead in Computing series: Amazing Applications & Perfect Programs; Awesome Algorithms & Creative Coding; Great Games and Amazing Animation; Super Social Media and Awesome Online Safety; The Science of Computers; Web Page Design

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Where would you find the largest tortoise in the world? What is a blue-footed booby? Who discovered the Galapagos? In Focus: Galapagos Islands has the answers! In Focus is a cool information series that's perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, quickfire quizzes and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fun facts, kids will have fun learning about the world around them! Each In Focus book features a contents page, glossary and index.

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Uncover the mysteries of the internet in this funny technology seriesWhat was the first thing ever sent on the internet? Can winds blow WIFI away? And is the web REALLY full of spiders? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating world of technology. Each spread opens with a simple, quirky question, opening up an exploration of technology and busting some popular myths along the way!The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making technology fun and accessible for every young reader.Contents: What is the Internet?/Are the World Wide Web and the Internet the same thing?/ What was the first thing sent over the Internet?/ Can the wind blow WiFi away?/ Is the Web really full of spiders?/Is there one big Internet superhighway?/Why does the Internet need walls?/ Why is TimBL an HTML Hero?/ Do I need wellies to go streaming?/ Can you break the Internet?/ What's the Internet of Things?/ What's the digital divide?/ Quick-fire questions/Glossary/Further reading/IndexTitles in the series:What's so super about a supercomputer?/Can a driverless car get lost?/Will robots take over the world?/How do you go to the toilet in space?/Who invented inventing?/Can you break the internet?/Can light slice through steel?/Why do phone calls travel into space?

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Out Of This World is jam-packed with everything children need to know about space - from facts and statistics to real-life adventures. Boys and girls can find their way around the solar system, learn if aliens really could exist and discover the origins of the universe. Entertaining and educational, this learning companion would make the perfect addition to any school child's bookshelf.

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Explore the human and physical geography of the world's most amazing and awe-inspiring natural, ancient, manmade and unusual wonders.

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Explore seas, swamps, deserts and mountains, from the earliest life on Earth to our present day, and get up close to our planet's all-time deadliest predators.Join the hunt with Velociraptor, defend your prey with mighty Smilodon, see how you measure up to the biggest shark of all time and take to the skies with some of the world's most incredible birds of prey.A stunning central gatefold opens to reveal a timeline of life on Earth and the size of these incredible hunters.

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Sneaky Animals is an engaging non-fiction reader that will help make learning to read fun and interesting. Get ready to discover the animals who don't play by the rules! Warning: contains rotters and plotters, hooligans, con artists, assassins and more! Who do you think is the naughtiest animal? The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features favourite topics, well-loved authors and classic characters so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It’s the first step towards a lasting love of reading. Level 3 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for fluent readers who are beginning to read exciting, challenging books independently. Varied sentences Detailed illustrations to enjoy Contains a glossary and index More technical language A rich range of vocabulary Higher word count All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their children’s reading. Book band level: Gold More level 3 non-fiction reading ladder books to collect: A day in the life of Triceratops, A day in the life of T. rex, Senses, Romans and The Water Cycle. For more information about the series and advice on supporting children's reading, see our reading ladder page here Clive Gifford is an award-winning author of books for children and adults including the astonishing Dead or Alive, the creepy Book of Bad Things and the brain mangling Think Again and Eye Benders. He is passionate that books should entertain, inform and amaze whenever possible. A contributor to Encyclopedia Britannica, Clive's books have won School Library Association, PBS, Smithsonian and Times Educational Supplement, as well as the prestigious Royal Society Young People's Book Prize. Sarah Horne lives in London, and has illustrated many children’s books including Monster House, The Sesame Seade Mysteries and Guinea Pigs Online. Continuously drawing from a young age, Sarah’s strength is in her draftsmanship and line work, she loves colour and one of the real joys of her illustration work is adding the extra humour in the detail. Sarah likes to travel, loves music, she doesn’t care for mice and loves a good cup of coffee.

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Animal Survivors is an engaging non-fiction reader that will help make learning to read fun and interesting. Are you ready to discover the extraordinary ways that creatures can survive? Meet the incredible survivors of the animal world including some heroic pets, frauds and fakers, long-living legends and sneaky tricksters. The Reading Ladder series helps children to enjoy learning to read. It features favourite topics, well-loved authors and classic characters so that children will find something to excite and engage them in every title they pick up. It’s the first step towards a lasting love of reading. Level 3 Reading Ladder titles are perfect for fluent readers who are beginning to read exciting, challenging books independently. Varied sentences Detailed illustrations to enjoy Contains a glossary and index More technical language A rich range of vocabulary Higher word count All Reading Ladder titles are developed with a leading literacy consultant, making them perfect for use in schools and for parents keen to support their children’s reading. Book band level: Gold More level 3 non-fiction reading ladder books to collect: A day in the life of Triceratops, A day in the life of T. rex, Senses, Romans and The Water Cycle. For more information about the series and advice on supporting children's reading, see our reading ladder page here Clive Gifford is an award-winning author of books for children and adults including the astonishing Dead or Alive, the creepy Book of Bad Things and the brain mangling Think Again and Eye Benders. He is passionate that books should entertain, inform and amaze whenever possible. A contributor to Encyclopedia Britannica, Clive's books have won School Library Association, PBS, Smithsonian and Times Educational Supplement, as well as the prestigious Royal Society Young People's Book Prize. Sarah Horne lives in London, and has illustrated many children’s books including Monster House, The Sesame Seade Mysteries and the Guinea Pigs Online series. Continuously drawing from a young age, Sarah’s strength is in her draftsmanship and line work, she loves colour and one of the real joys of her illustration work is adding the extra humour in the detail. Sarah likes to travel, loves music, she doesn’t care for mice and loves a good cup of coffee.

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Everyone smells! The sense of smell plays a crucial part in survival, communication, and taste, and is the basis of a multi-billion-dollar industry. But, despite all this, it’s the sense we often know least about. This hilarious and fact-packed book puts that right. Find out everything you could ever want to know about stinks, whiffs and pongs, from the fruit so pungent it's banned from public transport to the top-secret military programme that developed the stinkiest stink bombs.

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