The questions in this book were curated by the staff at London's Royal Observatory, to address all the most common - and a few uncommon - things that children want to know about space. Planets, moons, exploration and even some really BIG questions such as 'How do Black Holes work', 'Is it worth going to space?' and 'What's going to happen at the end of time?'.
Join popular television presenter Johnny Ball as he explores the history of maths and measuring and shows why it is still a magical way to find out how everything works today. All about Maths helps
Popular television presenter Johnny Ball shares his love of maths and the essential part numbers play in our lives, from measuring, counting, and predicting to solving all sorts of problems. But mat
Published to coincide with the 150th anniversary of On the Origin of Species and the 200th anniversary of Darwin's birth,Evolution Revolution reveals the story behind "the greatest idea in histor
As far as we know, Earth is the only inhabited planet in the Universe. So what makes Earth such an ideal place for life to survive? And how did it all get started?Life as We Know It goes back to the b
If you think numbers are boring, think again! Imagine the world without measurements: What time is it? Are we nearly there yet? How big do you want it?Why Pi? takes readers through a mesmerizing, hist
Numbers create the structure to our universe. Without numbers, computers would not work and cars would not go. There would be no way to quantify things. You wouldn't be able to ask "How many?
Religion, morality, science, and the afterlife are complex and often misunderstood subjects.What Do You Believe? is a dynamic and clear text that brings together a variety of ideas of on religion. The
Money makes the world go round, but how well do children understand finances? Show Me the Money breaks the mold of the school textbook and introduces young readers to the world of economics — from the
Elements make up everything around us — our computers, our games, and our food and drink. They make up trees and grass, cars and roads, and are the fundamental components of us, human beings. But what
A fun, quirky look at the weird and wonderful side of physics, Can You Feel the Force? explores the physics of everyday things — from how balloons stretch and stick to walls, to why the sky is blue, t
Why do you have brown eyes, hairy fingers, dangly earlobes, or knuckles that crack? Are you a thrill-seeker, a people-person, a computer whizz, or a social wallflower with a morbid fear of spiders? An
From prime ministers and presidents to kings and queens, governments around the world are diverse and intricate.Who's in Charge? investigates the world's political systems and presents them to kids in
Introduce readers to the most powerful and complicated computer network they will ever encounter — their own brain. What Goes On in My Head? explains what the different parts of the brain do, how they
"Readers will root for the sympathetic Duncan [Luke] as he morphs into a more grounded version of James Bond or Jason Bourne." --Publishers WeeklyBlackmail, Corruption & Murder Amid Global TurmoilBIG:
Celebrate all that is BIG! From big bugs to big trucks, big things come in all forms. The large format, striking photos, and simple text are sure to engage the reader.
International business espionage meets high-stakes family drama in this global thriller.Duncan Luke is no stranger to impossible situations. A high-priced lawyer and expert in business intelligence, h
Follow the fun and friendly characters to discover the answers to questions you’ve alwayswanted to ask. Each title in the series will allow readers to enjoy learning about theirfavourite topics
Follow the fun and friendly characters to discover the answers to questions you’ve alwayswanted to ask. Each title in the series will allow readers to enjoy learning about theirfavourite topics
Ever wondered how bubbles get into fizzy drinks? Or how we know what the dinosaurs looked like? And just how many ants can an anteater eat? This book answers a wide range of ‘how?’ questi
Celebrate all that is BIG! From big bugs to big trucks, big things come in all forms. The large format, striking photos, and simple text are sure to engage the reader.
Celebrate all that is BIG! From big bugs to big trucks, big things come in all forms. The large format, striking photos, and simple text are sure to engage the reader.
Celebrate all that is BIG! From big bugs to big trucks, big things come in all forms. The large format, striking photos, and simple text are sure to engage the reader.
Ever wondered why elephants have trunks? Or why your legs look shorter under water? And just why was football once banned? This book answers a wide range of ‘why?’ questions and provides
