A satellite is a small object travelling around something bigger. The Moon is a natural satellite of Earth. A spacecraft launched into orbit around Earth is an artificial satellite. Since Sputnik-1, a
This engaging information book tells the story of the American astronauts who set out on the voyage of a lifetime in 1970 to land on the moon. After months of practise, they blasted off from Earth to
As an American pilot joining the RAF during World War Two, you’ll experience many ups and downs, and no doubt you’ll discover what a ‘Mae West’ is for! Get used to the lingo, commands and controls, ot
Robots are machines that can be programmed to carry out a series of complex actions automatically or under the control of an operator. They come in all shapes and sizes, from mechanical arms and drive
This fascinating guide to the weird and wonderful world of the weather combines fact-packed, easy-to-read text with colourful and quirky illustrations. From thunderstorms to drought, it is an eye-open
This gruesome guide to blood uses fact-packed, easy-to-read text and humorous illustrations to explore the structure, uses, and lifecycle of blood, covering everything from why we grow scabs over cuts
This gruesome guide to blood uses fact-packed, easy-to-read text and humorous illustrations to explore the structure, uses, and lifecycle of blood, covering everything from why we grow scabs over cuts
This awesome guide explores the lives of the giant plant-eating dinosaurs, the largest creatures ever to live on land, exploring their diet, physical characteristics and how they could defend themselv
This awesome guide explores the lives of the giant plant-eating dinosaurs, the largest creatures ever to live on land, exploring their diet, physical characteristics and how they could defend themselv
In 17th-century England, a scientific revolution is under way. Scholars are pushing back the boundaries of mathematics and unlocking the secrets of the universe. And the greatest of them all is Isaac
A potted history of some of Britain's most famous and infamous sons and daughters. From ghastly criminals to pioneering inventors, this book features a short biography of each personality, featuring f
