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The light bulbs we use today in our schools and homes are thanks to Thomas Edison. What were the steps Edison took that led him to the world-changing invention we know him for today?

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A world without telephones? Impossible for most young readers to imagine. Find out how you can thank inventor Alexander Graham Bell for every ringtone! Filled with facts and photos, Bell''s story highlights the scientific process he followed, failures and all, from identifying a problem to getting his communication technology into the hands of users.

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What is matter, and why is it all around us? Learn all about the concept of matter and how it plays a part in your everyday life. Find out the states of matter and how matter can change.

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From spiders and frogs to deer and bears, temperate forest habitats provide just the right kinds of shelter and weather for a large variety of plants and animals. Learn about the geography and resources of temperate forest habitats as well as how animals and people have adapted to and changed forest environments. Explore this habitat''s future and what people can do to help keep it safe.

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How have bats and cheetahs inspired new modes of transport? There's no limit to the inspiration of the great outdoors. Learn about some of the best new modes of transport that have been inspired by the natural world.

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Going to a ski mountain is lots of fun. Read to find out about the ski mountain and all the things you can do.

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Do you enjoy reading or writing? Do you think about the designs on book covers? Read this book to learn about the different ways you can work in publishing.

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Stella the Mouse, Nico the Toad, Delilah the Spider and Bo the Parakeet each love different subjects and different activities, so every part of the school day has something special to offer each curious creature. They are excited to greet the children in the morning and sad to see them go in the afternoon. Thankfully the animal friends all live at the school together.

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Tools and equipment are key to hands-on science learning. Introduce young readers to these important science tools and their proper uses.

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Hans works faithfully for seven years building a new sewage system. At the end of his service, his master gives him a lump of gold the size of his head! Hans heads off to make his fortune, but soon the gold becomes too heavy to carry. In a series of hilarious encounters with other travellers, Hans ends up trading one thing for another along his journey, from the gold to a goose to a pig and more! This fractured retelling of Hans in Luck, a lesser-known tale from the Brothers Grimm, will make readers giggle, groan and gasp with delight. Especially when they see why Hans thinks he is the luckiest man in the world.

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What does the little bear cub climb over? What's hiding under a rock? Look inside this book to find out all about location words.

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Thunder booms through the sky. Lightning flashes through the clouds. A thunderstorm is here. Find out the safest place to be and what to do as you ride out the storm.

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Simple text describes how lakes form, the plants and animals in lakes, and how people use lakes. Full-colour photographs perfectly match the text on each spread.

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Simple text describes how oceans, lakes, rivers, and ponds form and the animals and plants that are supported by them. This series of informational books are essential for curious young readers.

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Readers will enjoy watching the animals interact in their natural habitats and notice first-hand how different physical features help animals in their environments.

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Johannes Gutenberg wasn't just an inventor. He was also a goldsmith, printer and publisher. Young readers will discover how this man found a way to bring information to people near and far.

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Explore your amazing body from the outside in. Each book in this series dissects a part of the human body, peeling away layer after layer. The deeper you go, the more you will discover about how truly fascinating your body is.

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During World War II, between 10 July and 31 October 1940, Nazi Germany launched an attempt to invade Great Britain, beginning with air raids. The German air force named the Luftwaffe fought in the skies above Britain against the British Air Force.

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Princess loves to write plays. But her teacher is too busy to help the class put on one of Princess’ plays. What will the class do?

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Experience the events that followed the Sobibor death camp prisoner's decision to escape. Readers will discover a powerful story of human courage and mankind's fierce will to live.

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Lea and her dad move to a new house. Will Lea like her new home?

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This series wil tell the amazing stories of inspiring people who have made a difference and changed the world, despite the odds stacked against them. They will detail the characters' humble origins, the obstacles standing in their way that had to be overcome, and discuss the successes and achievements for which they are lauded today.

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Promotes the understanding on how the UK government works when dealing with economics, how other governments work, as well as gives essential information on personal banking, the history of the economy, trade, and more.

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Each book in this series focuses on a particular habitat and introduces early readers to the animals that can be found there. This title covers a diverse range of animals that can be found in the sea. Engaging photos, very simple repeated text, high frequency and decodeable words and strong photo-to-text matching make this book perfect for those who are learning to read.

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Engage Literacy is the new reading scheme from Raintree that introduces engaging and contemporary content to motivate and support early readers while providing a reliable and instructional framework. All titles are precisely levelled, with new vocabulary being introduced and reinforced throughout the levels. This is a level 19 non-fiction title in the Purple book band level.

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Engage Literacy is the new reading scheme from Raintree that introduces engaging and contemporary content to motivate and support early readers while providing a reliable and instructional framework. All titles are precisely levelled, with new vocabulary being introduced and reinforced throughout the levels. This is a level 17 non-fiction title in the Turquoise book band level.

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When Harley ruins the Riddler’s carefully constructed scheme to capture Batman, she’s determined to show the calculating crook that she’s no bad-luck jinx. She’ll use her brilliantly bonkers mind to write confounding rhymes of her own! In this battle of wits, can the jolly jester prove there’s a method to her madness? Find out in this action-packed chapter book for DC Super Hero and Super-Villain fans!

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Leah wants to use her gymnastics skills through joining the cheerleading squad. Leah is deaf, and she worries that this will make cheerleading difficult. She struggles to keep up with the count of the routine in the first practice. Then Leah meets Monica, who offers to help. Will the girls be able to come up with a plan so the team can nail the routine on competition day?

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Some birds are red. Other birds are black. The leaves of an oak tree are a different shape from the leaves of a maple tree. Colour and shape are just a few types of traits in nature. Let’s investigate traits to learn more!

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Life surprises all of us sometimes with the sudden and unexpected absence of a loved one, and this can be especially hard for young children to process. This beautiful picture book tells the story of a little boy whose cat called Koozy has disappeared. He feels sadness and pain at her absence and tries to understand why his beloved friend is no longer around. Where could she have gone? And how will he be able to come to terms with her loss?

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Vampires are made-up creatures that drink blood. But vampire bats are real! Do they really need to drink blood to survive? You have questions and this book has the answers. Find out about vampire bats, including what they eat and their behaviour.

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Weather is always changing. It can be unpredictable. But even with all the changes, some patterns can be found. Learn how meteorologists use tools and systems to measure and predict these patterns. Find out how these patterns influence weather around the world.

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Do you know how to prevent fires at home? What should you do if you find matches or lighters? Why are escape plans important? Look inside to find the answers to these questions and more. By learning a few rules, you can stay safe around fire.

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Introduce early readers to environmentalist concepts including deforestation, animals and their habitats, and conservation, and what they can do to help the environment. The book also features inspiring real-life examples of kids who have made a difference.

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Did you use scissors today? Then youâve used wedges! These simple machines are all around. Take a look inside and discover 13 different ways we use wedges.

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The game is on at the International TWIST competition! Finalists from around the world have gathered to match wits at the competition''s remote lake camp in Ontario, Canada. One night the lead player, Reza Amari, tells a spooky campfire story about a monster and a man who disappears, leaving behind only a set of shrinking footprints in the mud. All the campers love the creepy story and are still talking about it the next morning - until they find out that Reza has vanished! Now it''s up to Lola Evans and Mateo Rivera to investigate. What happened to Reza? And what was making that scary howling sound in the middle of the night? Follow along as Lola and Mateo work together to face their fears, track down the clues and find out the truth behind The Incredible Shrinking Horror!

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When Enzo Ma travels to Saturn''s moon Titan to visit his friend, Jed Cresta, things are about to get complicated. When Enzo meets Jed''s teacher and mentor, Dr Penelope Lane, she seems short-tempered and behaves strangely. Later that night, Dr Lane''s behaviour grows even more bizarre at a party honouring one of her fellow scientists. The next morning when she doesn''t show up at the lab, Enzo and Jed decide to go to her quarters to see if she''s okay. But when they arrive they discover Dr Lane''s dead body - sitting on her couch with a book lying at her feet. Later the authorities find evidence that seems to show that Jed is responsible for her death. But why would Jed want his mentor dead? And why was Dr Lane behaving so strangely the night before? It''s up to Enzo to uncover the truth and save his friend during his visit on the Poison Moon!

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Even the most gaming-obsessed kids need timeout from tech sometimes! No cheat codes will be needed for this collection of DIY projects. Not enough controllers for the whole crew? No problem! Bring adventure and teamwork games to life with these activities.

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The field of medicine is fascinating. But some medical conditions, treatments and experiments are almost unbelievable! Did you know workers test medications and medical equipment for bacteria by using a chemical from horseshoe crab blood? Have you ever heard of freezing people''s bodies in the hopes of bringing them back to life in the future? Check out these fascinating findings and even more unusual medicine!

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An all-ages, adventure-comedy graphic novel, Billy Johnson and His Duck Are Explorers has it all: humour, peril and out-of-this-world archaeological adventures (oh, and ducks!). Billy Johnson, the son of two world-famous explorers (who mysteriously disappeared eight years ago) has big dreams. The teenager may be a part-time caretaker now, but exploring is in his blood. He just needs one big discovery to prove to the Explorers League that he''s worthy of the rank of Ace Explorer. Luckily, Billy has an ally in his best friend, Barrace. Not only is Barrace a university professor of linguistics, but he''s also a duck! Together, these faithful companions brave hidden jungle kingdoms, haunted tombs, deadly deserts and treacherous mythological trials to uncover the mysteries of the world. But will they discover that the biggest mystery of all may be following them every step of the way?

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Whether you like bedtime or not, sleep is important. But why do we need to sleep? And what happens while we sleep? These questions and more will be answered in Rest Your Body, which also includes informative text, bright photos, a glossary, a read more section, kid-friendly Internet sites and an index.

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From exercising to getting enough sleep, you are in charge of your body. It''s important to take good care of it. Using informative text and vibrant photos, Care for Your Body reminds you of simple ways to keep your body healthy. Complete with a glossary, a read more section, kid-friendly Internet sites and an index.

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Look up! All mountains rise high into the sky, but there is more to these landforms than meets the eye! Some form when two pieces of the Earth''s crust push up land. Erupting volcanoes form others. Some are growing, while others are shrinking. Give beginning readers all the information they need to know about mountains, including their characteristics, how they form and where they can be found around the world.

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All caves are underground, but there is more to these landforms than meets the eye! Water forms some caves, while volcanic lava forms others. Some have waterfalls, while others have huge stalactites and stalagmites. Give beginning readers all the information they need to know about caves, including their characteristics, how they form and where they can be found around the world.

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Take a look out of the window. What do you see? People, cars, bikes, birds and more are all on the move. With this basic introduction to motion, young readers will discover the three laws of motion, what they mean and how they affect our lives every day.

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