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Read and discover all about fruit. What is fruit? How does fruit grow? Read and discover more about the world! This series of non-fiction readers provides interesting and educational content, with ac …

Read and discover all about electricity. What machines use electricity? What is a battery? Read and discover more about the world! This series of non-fiction readers provides interesting and educatio …

Read and discover all about plastic. How do we make plastic? Can we recycle plastic? Read and discover more about the world! This series of non-fiction readers provides interesting and educational co …

Read and discover all about weather. What makes Earth warm? What falls from clouds? Read and discover more about the world! This series of non-fiction readers provides interesting and educational con …

Read and discover all about your body. How many bones do you have? What are germs? Read and discover more about the world! This series of non-fiction readers provides interesting and educational cont …

Explore how rocks form, change, move, evolve, and erode. …

We depend on electricity in nearly every facet of our daily lives. But what exactly is electricity, how do we generate it, and how can we use it? This book explores the phenomenon that keeps the mode …

Energy comes in many forms, and we depend on it in many ways. This book explores the different forms of energy, looking at how it can be transferred and used. …

We learn about the world by seeing and hearing, but how do light and sound actually work? This book explores the ways that light and sound travel, how we sense them, and how they affect our daily liv …

Everyone is familiar with magnets, but how much do we know about how they actually work? This book explores the basics of magnets, looking at topics such as poles, electromagnets, and how we use Eart …

The world is full of materials, and they are all different. This book explores the wide range of materials we use, looking at their properties and what makes them suitable for different applications. …

All materials can exist in different states, but what are the differences, and how do materials change from one state to another? This book explores solids, liquids, and gases, looking at their prope …

What can you spot on the beach? This book guides readers on a beach walk, gradually introducing clues such as bird nests and burrows to help them learn more about the diversity of beach habitats. Thi …

What can you spot in the city? This book guides readers on a city walk, gradually introducing clues such as bird nests and silvery trails on the pavement to help them learn more about the diversity o …

What can you spot on the farm? This book guides readers on a farm walk, gradually introducing clues such as tufts of fur on a fence or shapes in the mud to help them learn more about the diversity of …

What can you spot in the woods? This book guides readers on a walk in the woods, gradually introducing clues such as hoof marks and leaf litter on a woodland floor to help them learn more about the d …

How does a rollercoaster work? Why don’t I fly off a scrambler or octopus ride? How do bumper cars work? Covering lots of different rides, including traditional, more tame rides such as rollercoaster …

Why do astronauts feel heavy after take-off? Why are rockets long and thin? How do spacecraft orbit Earth? Covering lots of different aspects of space exploration, including looking at how spacecraft …

This book looks at the differences between light and dark. – Darkness is the absence of light. You can make a dark box to show how we need light to see. – Experiment using ice cubes in boxes to show …

This book looks at what reflections are and how we can use them. – Mirrors reflect light back at exactly the same angle. You can make a "mirror book" to explore symmetry and multiple reflec …

This book looks at how shadows are created. – Test which materials block light (are opaque), let some light through (are translucent) and let most light through (are transparent). – Look at how you c …

This book looks at the different places light comes from, including natural and artificial sources. – Discover the difference between a light source and a reflective object and how you can tell which …

Dig deep to discover the incredible history of Ancient China. Come face to face with the fearsome Terracotta army. Be blown away by ancient inventions, from gunpowder to the umbrella. Get to grips wi …

Jump into the past and visit the world of the mysterious Mayans. Get the lowdown of gruesome sacrifice. Discover why the Mayans wore the heads of their enemies. Take a peek inside the world of the sp …

Visit the vicious Vikings and find out how these fearsome warriors lived! Learn about Viking loot and terrorizing raids. Discover the Viking gods and the mysteries of their afterlife. Read amazing Vi …

Who first discovered static and how was this important? What is an LED? This fascinating book looks at the historical controversies that surround the discovery and theories of electricity and tells t …

How did ancient peoples manage to find light sources? How do we know about light-based theories such as prisms? This fascinating book looks at the historical controversies that surround the discovery …

Amazing creatures have roamed our planet for millions of years. Many species from long ago have since become extinct. However, thanks to the adventurous work of some amazing fossil hunters we can stu …

From acrobatic monkeys to singing superstars, discover the superheroes of the mammal world! Mammals can be found all over the world, and many have amazing adaptations and hidden talents. Discover the …

Discover the deadliest, fastest and most bizarre fish. From speedy sharks to clownfish hiding amongst poisonous coral, you’ll find out about the superhero talents of the fish world. …

Some reptiles have superhero skills! Did you know that chameleons can look in two directions at once? Discover more superhero talents of the reptile world. …

Froghoppers can hide themselves from predators in their own spit! They can jump 140 times their own body length! That’s like a human jumping over a skyscraper. Find out all about the hidden skills of …

How does the brain work? How is it linked to the rest of human body? Find out all about the human brain in this fascinating and engaging book that uses flowcharts, text boxes and brightly coloured de …

How does the heart work? How is it linked to other parts of the human body? Find out all about the heart in this fascinating and engaging book that uses flowcharts, text boxes and brightly coloured d …

How does the digestive system work? How is it linked to other parts of the human body? Find out all about the digestive system in this fascinating and engaging book that uses flowcharts, text boxes a …

How do the senses work? How do they help us function? Find out all about the senses in this fascinating and engaging book that uses flowcharts, text boxes and brightly coloured design to bring scienc …

How do the skeleton and muscles work? How do they link to other parts of the human body? Find out all about the senses in this fascinating and engaging book that uses flowcharts, text boxes and brigh …

How does the respiratory system work? How is it linked to other parts of the human body? Find out all about the respiratory system in this fascinating and engaging book that uses flowcharts, text box …

Key biological terms are defined in a way that all readers can understand in this book that explains the essential concepts of life processes and how living and nonliving things relate to each other. …

Each step of the life cycle for a variety of living creatures is covered in this book, guiding readers from the first stages of development for many plants and animals-including flowers, insects, fis …

This book explains the transfer of energy between living things-known as the food chain-in a way that allows any reader to grasp the scientific principles behind food chains and food webs. The diets …

The intricate relationship between living creatures and their habitats is simplified in this clear and detailed guide to the variety of environments that plants and animals inhabit. Tundra, forests, …

Being able to compare the structure and anatomy of different families of animals and detect their differences and similarities is an essential skill in life science studies. This book takes the reade …

As concern for the environmental increases, the role of the plant kingdom in the balance of ecosystems has become key. This book explains how various types of plants absorb water, light, and nutrient …

Landforms is the term used to describe the various features, shapes, and types of land that cover more than a quarter of the Earth’s surface. In this fascinating book, readers can find out about the …

Water and the natural phases it moves through are fundamental aspects of earth science. The water cycle and each of its stages are presented in a precise and clear manner in this book, which also gui …

Although rocks may initially seem like solid, unchanging substances, they are actually made up of minerals that change forms and get recycled through many different stages. This engaging book explore …

Even though natural disasters often seem inexplicable, this text takes these destructive events caused by forces of nature and describes the fundamental science behind their occurrences. Captivating …

This all-inclusive book takes a wide range of meteorological phenomena-including clouds, rain, snow, and fog-and examines their relationship to each other in order to explain how weather works in an …

Large bodies of water are all around us: rivers flow through our towns and cities, inland lakes collect pools of fresh water, and the salty ocean covers nearly two-thirds of the Earth’s surface. In t …

This book explores the science behind sight. It looks at topics such as human and animal sight, how the eye works, and methods of correcting sight problems e.g glasses. …

This book explores the science behind flight. It looks at topics such as how planes, helicopters, and balloons fly. It also looks at the concepts of gravity, streamlining, drag and thrust. …

Look closely at a pond and discover a world of inhabitants! A close look at this microhabitat reveals an unbelievable variety of organisms. Vibrant photographs and detailed illustrations combine to m …

Tiny cells are the building blocks of plant and animal life. Some cells make up simple body parts, such as tissues; others complete complex tasks such as transporting oxygen or carrying messages. Thi …

Our world is filled with living things too small to see. Some of these microorganisms are harmful, and some are helpful. This book explores the amazing diversity of microorganisms and looks at how we …

This engaging book explains how sounds are made, with easy-to-understand examples and hands-on, fun experiments. …

This engaging book explains the concepts of pitch and frequency, with easy-to-understand examples and fun, hands-on experiments. …

This engaging book explains the concept of volume, with easy-to-understand examples and fun, hands-on experiments. …

This engaging book explains how we hear sounds, with easy-to-understand examples and fun, hands-on experiments. …

This book introduces children to the Atlantic Ocean, looking at its resources, famous places and people who live along the coast. Different types of islands and the ocean floor are explored using key …

This book introduces children to the Pacific Ocean, looking at climate, ports and features of its geography. Different types of islands and the ocean floor are explored using key geography terms. Chi …

This book introduces children to the Indian Ocean, looking at islands and how the Equator affects temperature and weather. The ocean floor and native animals are explored using key geography terms. C …

This book introduces children to the Southern Ocean, looking at how it is different from the other oceans, its resources and why people visit. The ocean floor is explored using key geography terms. C …

This book introduces children to the Arctic Ocean, looking at both its relatively shallow continental shelf and its underwater mountains. These features are explored using key geography terms. Childr …

Everything you need to know about climate change from the causes to the evidence to the effects and what you can do to help combat it.Climate change is already having dramatic and dangerous effects o …

Managing finances can be tricky, especially if you’re doing it for the first time. In this useful resource, readers will learn about earning money through part-time jobs or making and selling product …

Animals need to eat to survive. What is eating what? Follow the food chains to find out. Learn how energy from food flows from one living thing to another – and then another! Find out about animals t …

Space is full of mysteries! What can be found on Mars and other planets? Are there planets like Earth? Could there be aliens in space? What have astronauts who have lived on the International Space S …

A picture book presenting an introduction to Autism which is easy for children to understand and attempts to explain what life is like for autistic children. The title is one of a series which encour …

An accessible, inclusive picture book for children that considers what it”s like to have a disability. The series Cwestiynau a Theimladau Ynghylch… encourages children to consider their emotions a …

How do animals adapt to survive and thrive in the wild? Find out why an elephant has an trunk, how a thorny devil’s spines help it get the water it needs and how a pufferfish scares away predators. …

Discover the architects and construction engineers of the animal world! From underground aardvark burrows to giant termite mounds, find out how animals build homes to keep them snug and safe from pre …

Animals engineer lots of tricks and traps to ambush or snare their prey. From shrimps with stun traps to spiders with trapdoors, discover how they make sure they get a tasty meal in even the most dif …

How do baby animals survive in the wild? They’re not as helpless as they look. Find out how polar bear cubs stay warm and how tiny alligator hatchlings travel on their mother’s back to stay safe. …

Predators have adapted to be ruthless hunters and killers. Find out how a cheetah’s paws help it to chase its dinner, how a king cobra ambushes its prey and how a box jellyfish enjoys a feast. …

Plants may seem harmless but some of them have adated to be ruthless predators. Find out how the corkscrew plant traps its prey, how the dodder plant kills the plants around it and how the angel’s tr …

Deserts cover about one-fifth of Earth’s entire land surface. They are some of the harshest and most challenging ecosystems on our planet. Find out about deserts through the use of flowcharts in this …

Grasslands are huge and important ecosystems. They cover around 40 per cent of all of the land in the world. Find out about grasslands through the use of flowcharts in this fascinating book. …

Mountains provide shelter for a wide variety of amazing plants and animals. The weather on a mountain varies from top to bottom. Find out about mountains through the use of flowcharts in this fascina …

The ocean ecosystem is Earth’s biggest ecosystem. The world’s oceans cover more than three-quarters of our planet’s surface. Find out about oceans through the use of flowcharts in this fascinating bo …

Rainforests are lush, healthy forests. These amazing ecosystems are home to around half of all Earth’s plants and animals. Find out about rainforests through the use of flowcharts in this fascinating …

A wetland is an area of waterlogged land, where water covers or soaks into the soil for long periods of the year. Wetlands are amazing ecosystems that are home to fish and other wildlife. Find out ab …

No matter what their family situation, teenagers can often clash with their relatives on issues ranging from small sibling squabbles to major crises like divorce and abuse. This relateable guide help …

Going through puberty can be a challenging time. This book explains how hormones cause various changes in the body for both boys and girls, as well as advice on how to cope with them. Useful tips are …

Bullying can happen to anyone. And it can take many forms, from verbal threats and physical confrontation to social ostracism and cyber-bullying. Readers will learn how to cope with bullying, how to …

Drug use and abuse can be a serious problem for teenagers. In this guide, readers will learn how to deal with addiction, how to avoid peer pressure and how to get help and make healthy choices. From …

Help the United Nations to save the world! On 25 September 2015, world leaders at the UN adopted 17 Sustainable Development Goals. These new Goals, which universally apply to all people, are a call t …

You might want to read this book because you are being bullied. Or maybe you know a person who is being bullied and you want to help them. Or perhaps you’re worried that you’re a bully and you want t …

Made of snow, ice, and rocks, avalanches can start in a variety of ways, including by people. Readers will explore the causes and effects of different kinds of avalanches through fact-filled and acce …

This book offers a balanced debate on the issue of same-sex marriage. With same-sex marriage being adopted in more states, this book will inform and educate readers about the changing nature of the i …

This book offers a comprehensive look into the oil industry. While the business may get negative press, and with the politics of oil such a sensitive issue, this book offers a welcome investigation o …

Travel and tourism changed drastically with the introduction of air travel and increased safety with other modes of transportation. Economically, tourism is a good thing, but can it be bad for the en …

While large-scale dam projects can provide many benefits, such as preventing flooding, providing irrigation, and supplying hydropower, they can also cause human and environmental destruction. Million …

Readers will learn about the freezing habitats of the arctic and Antarctic. Full color photographs show both the beauty and the danger of these extreme environments. Accessible text, sidebars, and fa …

The ocean covers 71% of Earth’s surface. This informative book uses vibrant photographs and accessible text to introduce readers to this vast environment. Readers will learn about the dangers of the …

Ravines and peaks are just some of the many dangers of mountains. Readers will learn essential survival techniques in this educational volume. Colorful photographs show the dangers that lurk in this …

Like any army, a chimpanzee troop relies heavily on leadership and rank. Readers will explore the inner workings of a troop, uncovering how they live, eat, and play together. Clear text and amazing p …

While most of dogs we’re familiar with live among humans, wild dogs live very different lives, revolving around the pack. Like an army, dog packs depend heavily on rank to function. Easy-to follow te …

Even in the ocean, the members of dolphin and whale pods function together as an organized group. Readers will learn how they hunt, travel, and communicate with each other, even over large distances. …

Something about the fierce lion, with his flowing mane, continues to captivate people of all ages. Some readers may be surprised to find out that in a lion pride, it is the females that do most of th …