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Young readers can discover absolutely WILD facts about animals and the incredible science behind them in this mind-expanding book, written by award-winning author Anne Rooney.Did you know that snails have teeth? Or that starfish can grow new arms? Or that puffins glow in ultraviolet light? This book will reveal weird and wonderful facts about animals and dive deep into the underlying science, covering evolution, habitats, ecology and much more. These surprising facts allow readers to explore the incredible diversity of the animal kingdom and look at the natural world in a whole NEW way! Beautifully presented with gold foil cover accents and full-colour illustrations, this smart and humorous sideways look at the amazing world of animals will spark enthusiasm in any curious young reader aged 8+.

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This book is a journey through space and time!Written by award-winning author Anne Rooney, this highly-visual, full-colour hardback explores the history of space exploration with illustrated, annotated timelines. Young readers can discover how we have mapped the Universe, sent spacecraft to distant planets, and catalogued stars billions of light years away. Readers can:• Chart our discoveries about the universe, year by year• Learn about the astronomers, scientists and astronauts who transformed our understanding of the night sky, from Neil Armstrong to Katherine Johnson• Discover the science behind our universe, from the Big Bang to the life cycle of stars • Explore the latest developments in space science, from exploration of Mars to the launch of the James Webb telescope This is a great way for children to discover the history of space science, and to reinforce their understanding by putting facts i

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How did life emerge? What are the smallest elements of matter? How are planets formed?Over the centuries, brilliant men and women have sought to develop theories to answer the most compelling questions about the world around us. Through their amazing insights and conscientious efforts they helped to create the world we know today. In this entertaining introduction, Anne Rooney explores the fascinating world of science through its 50 key ideas.Ranging from evolutionary biology to quantum physics to chaos theory and featuring the ideas of such pivotal scientists as Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and Marie Curie, this essential guide will bring you up to speed on all of the world''s most important scientific discoveries. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Ideas Unpacked series explores several academic topics through their 50 greatest ideas, giving readers an entertaining and accessible overview of a subjects defining theories and thi

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Whether you want a super-speedy refresher, a quick and easy way to get into the text for the first time, or an exciting new way to revise, the 55 cards in this pocket-sized pack are brimming with everything you need to plan, practise and perfect your study of Stevenson's gothic novella. In no time at all, you can whizz through all the essential info you need to quickly and efficiently refresh your knowledge and catch up. Characters and quotations, plots and contexts, themes and language – it’s all here. Think more deeply sections invite you to answer questions such as: How does Stevenson build secrecy in the novel? We’ve even included powerful quick-fire tips and practice cards to engage your brain and get your skills back up to scratch as quickly as possible. York Notes are the experts in English Literature, so if you’re looking for THE ultimate smart, fast and highly effective way to get ahead with Robert Louis Stevenson's The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde, then these clever cards are all you need.

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Anne Rooney is an award-winning author who writes on science and the history of science for children and adults. Her Dinosaur Atlas was shortlisted for the Royal Young People's Book Award 2018 and won the School Library Association Information Book Award (ages 7-12), 2018. She has a degree and a PhD from Trinity College, Cambridge and has been a Royal Literary Fund Fellow at Newham College, Cambridge. Her books have been translated into 22 languages.Lucy Doncaster is the author of many children's books, ranging from natural history, reference, and well-being to fiction, craft, and all manner of puzzle and activity books. She has also edited and written numerous adult titles on topics spanning cookery, sport, travel, popular science, history and business. Recent children's publications that she has written or contributed to include True or False? (Arcturus Publishing, 2024) and Foraging: The Complete Guide for Kids and Families (Puffin, 2024).

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This eye-catching, full-colour book is jam-packed with incredible biology facts and the science behind them, written by award-winning science writer Anne Rooney. From the amazing science of trees to the unbelievable makeup of the human body, these jaw-dropping facts allow readers to rediscover subjects such as the bacteria, medicines, habitats, and more! Each new concept is kicked off with a surprising fact - and then we take readers behind the scenes to discover the science secrets behind that particular phenomenon.Did you know that...• Plants take care of their relatives• The largest living thing on Earth is a fungus • Honeybees create more electricity than storm clouds Supporting STEM and home learning, these surprising facts are a perfect entryway into learning important biology concepts that kids will love sharing with family and friends. These are brought to life by full-colour illustrations, diagrams, fact boxes and a

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Little Monkey loves to scamper about his treetop home, swinging from branch to branch and playing. There are many dangers in the forest, but luckily Little Monkey's mum is never far away! This heartwarming story about an animal family living in the wild has big flaps to open and monkey facts to discover. Readers will love interacting with the big non-fiction flaps, where they can compare their hand with a spider monkey's! With a scarlet macaw to spot on every page. Amazing Animal Tales is an exciting and innovative new series following baby animals' incredible stories of survival, with big flaps that can be opened to reveal amazing facts. The books can either be enjoyed with the flaps closed, as an engaging narrative story, or with the flaps open as a combined story and non-fiction experience. Also available: Baby Koala, Little Tiger, Baby Owl, Tiny Tadpole, and Baby Polar Bear.

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From the otherworldly landscapes of the Atacama Desert to the thundering Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, journey to jaw-dropping habitats around the world and learn about the people and creatures that have adapted to living in such extreme environments. With mind-blowing facts to be amazed by, incredible photographs throughout and advice on protecting ecosystems for future generations, this book is a fantastic and entertaining read for children. From the world's highest sand dunes in Iran's inhospitable Lut Desert, the hottest place on Earth, to the world's only marine iguanas in the remote and volcanic Galapagos Islands, writer Anne Rooney charts a course to some of the planet's most unique ecosystems. Accompanied by incredible full-colour photographs throughout, kids will stumble upon lush rainforests, mighty mountains, scorched deserts and much more. From the kaleidoscopic corals of the Great Barrier Reef to untouched tropical rainforests in Papua New Guinea, no corner of our extreme earth is left unturned! About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travellers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!

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Build your child’s reading confidence at home with books at the right level Find out about the animals that ruled the sea, land and skies from before the time of the dinosaurs until humans appeared. Evolution – the story of changing life on Earth – is uncovered through examining fossils and remains, from dinosaur poo to shells to deep-frozen mammoths. Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view. Text type: An information book Curriculum links: Science

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From dogs and cats to stick insects and sea monkeys, there are many types of pet. Which one is right for you? Purple/ Band 8 books offer developing readers literary language, with some challenging vocabulary. Text type – information book. This non-fiction report includes a glossary and index on page 21, as well as a summary on pages 22-23 that allows the reader to look back at all the pets’ needs. Curriculum links – Science: ‘Pupils should be taught to … identify and name a variety of common animals’.

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Learn about gravity and all the useful things it does - such as keeping us on the Earth and holding the entire universe together! You Wouldn’t Want to Live Without Gravity! is part of a brand-new science and technology strand within the internationally acclaimed You Wouldn’t Want to Be series.

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Why are so many animal species endangered? Why are resources like natural gas running out? What does 'global warming' actually mean? And what exactly is the problem with plastic? This book will help you bust the myths and find out what is really happening to our planet. Discover why we're experiencing more extreme weather, what is meant by your 'carbon footprint' and how YOU can help protect our precious planet. There are lots of simple ways that you can make a change and become an 'Eco-Hero'! How to be an Eco-Hero is part of the Reading Planet range of books for Stars (Lime) to Supernova (Red+) band. Children aged 7-11 will be inspired to love reading through the gripping stories and fascinating information books created by top authors. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Reading age: 10-11 years

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Baby Owl snuggles with his siblings in the safety of the nest. But as he grows, it's time to take care of himself. He must find the courage to spread his wings and fly! This heartwarming story about an owlet finding his independence has big flaps to open and lots of owl facts to discover. Readers will love interacting with the big non-fiction flaps, where they can guess which owl egg will hatch next! With a bat to spot on every page. Amazing Animal Tales is an exciting and innovative new series following baby animals' incredible stories of survival, with big flaps that can be opened to reveal fascinating facts. The books can either be enjoyed with the flaps closed, as an engaging narrative story, or with the flaps open as a combined story and non-fiction experience. Also available: Little Tiger, Baby Koala, Baby Polar Bear. Look out for more Amazing Animal Tales coming soon!

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Little Tiger loves to play, pounce and explore with his family. Sometimes his adventures can get him into a spot of trouble! This heartwarming story about an animal family living in the wild has big flaps to open and tiger facts to discover. Readers will love interacting with the big non-fiction flaps, where they can find out if they are taller than a tiger's tail! With a line of marching ants to spot on every page. Amazing Animal Tales is an exciting and innovative new series following baby animals' incredible stories of survival, with big flaps that can be opened to reveal amazing facts. The books can either be enjoyed with the flaps closed, as an engaging narrative story, or with the flaps open as a combined story and non-fiction experience. Also available: Amazing Animal Tales: Baby Koala. Look out for more books coming soon!

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