Children will enjoy counting the legs of a variety of animals in this creative and vibrant book. Fabulous photographs and a colourful design bring the natural world to life, while covering key skills
"In Octopuses, readers will discover the special abilities that these amazing animals have adapted to help them survive in their wild environment, what humans have trained them to do using their speci
"In Rats, readers will discover the special abilities that these amazing animals have adapted to help them survive in their wild environment, what humans have trained them to do using their special sk
"In Orcas, readers will discover the special abilities that these amazing animals have adapted to help them survive in their wild environment, what humans have trained them to do using their special s
Using a power outage as an example, describes how electrical circuits and batteries work and what appliances and transportation systems run on electricity.
Packed with fun activities, this book will encourage children to think about the properties of light and dark and how we use them and are affected by them.
Scientists all over the world are constantly studying our planet and learning more and more about how everything works. But the amount of stuff we don't yet understand, and haven't yet explained is st
Sharks: Predators of the Sea reveals the true nature of these remarkable prehistoric creatures. As an apex predator in their watery world, they are critical to the health of the world's oceans but als
‘Forms of Energy’ explores the different types of energy that are around us all the time. You will discover how energy can be moving or stored. You will learn what causes sound, heat, and light energy
Dare to discover the world's most ferocious creatures and uncover the deadliest of facts. Who fights off a killer creature by spraying acid-filled blood from their eyes? How does the slender deep-sea
As merry as the day is long. Mistaken identities, jealous relatives, lovers' quarrels and a happy ending...Discover the entertaining story at the heart of Much Ado About Nothing, one of Shakespeare's
To be or not to be? That is the question...A murdered king, his haunted son, a wicked stepfather and a doomed romance...Read on, through madness and mystery, to discover the calamitous tale at the hea
"Have you ever been in a cave? Most of us haven't, but there are adventurers and scientists who love finding new caves to explore. If you ever had the chance to climb down into a cave, what would you
Packed full of the deadliest things on Earth!The world is a dangerous place; everywhere you look there is something deadlier than the last. There are animals that can use an arsenal of deadly weapons
Provides information on wolves specifically the gray wolf family, but also contains information on other dog species, including the dhole and African wild dog.
Looks at the ways that living things function, presenting the seven life processes of movement, respiration, sensitivity, nutrition, excretion, reproduction, and growth.
Looks at the ways that living things function, presenting the seven life processes of movement, respiration, sensitivity, nutrition, excretion, reproduction, and growth.
Packed full of the scariest things on Earth!What if you had to fight a great white shark? Or cross a wobbly wooden bridge? Or what if you were caught in a storm--and it looked like it was raining bloo
Explains unusual feast customs from around the world, including those from the court of Louis XIV of France, where people ate meals of five courses and each course could include fifty dishes.
The next installment in the 100 MOST series explores the most awesome things on Earth!As a follow up to the 100 Most Dangerous Things on the Planet (10/08) and the 100 Most Disgusti
White Wolves Non-fiction is an engaging series covering a wide range of topics at different reading levels. It has been created to appeal to children and reflect the range of texts in the real world,
Explains essential facts about energy including the difference between kinetic and potential energy, different energy sources, and how energy is stored, transferred, and used.
Explores the world's coasts, describing how they are shaped by waves and erosion and discussing the plants and animals that live along them and cities that are built near them.
Describes ten of the most famous deserts of the world; including geographical information; characteristics; and the people, plants, and animals that live there.
Introduces volcanoes, explaining how they are formed and why they erupt, along with descriptions of some of the most famous volcanic eruptions in history.
Can plants be sunburned? How do trees help us breathe? Can new plants grow without a seed? The 'Do It Yourself' series offers an exciting new approach to understanding and investigation. Eac
Presents an introduction to the basic food groups, describing how they contribute to a healthy body and providing recipes for preparing dishes from each group.
"This title unravels the mysteries of the ancient Greeks. Find out where to see the “original” Olympic games, which gods and goddesses the ancient Greeks worshipped, and the recipe to make a delicious
Presents an introduction to the deep regions of oceans around the world, covering a history of their exploration, the kinds of devices used to investigate them, the structures of different sea levels,
Presents a tour of ancient Greece, discussing facts about climate, geography, social mores, religion, the marketplace, entertainment, war, and politics.
"To see how plants really live, you have to watch them carefully. Discover the secrets of plants in this informative title, filled with color photos and detailed charts."
Gigantic, powerful, devastating--these are the 100 most destructive natural disasters ever.Next in the successful 100 MOST series, 100 Most Destructive Natural Disasters Ever will feature the world's
The revolting and fascinating book is packed to the brim with disgusting, gross, and repulsive things sure to appeal to readers of all ages. The content is divided into a range of categories, from off
