About the SeriesEach book in this essential series reveals the life cycles of ten animals in a particular habitat which link together to create three food chains.? At the end of the book a simple over
It used to be that learning grammar was one of the most boring exercises ever, but not anymore!? Using his trademark personality-based approach, Basher illustrates each grammar basic - from parts
The best-selling author of Math and Punctuation now turns his attention to the fun and funky characters in Geometry and Algebra. Meet Polygon and Plane, Reflection and Rotation, Odd Number and hi
Earth is a water planet-almost two-thirds of it is covered by ocean-and while a sliver of life exists on land, most of the planet's population thrives in the seas. Life underwater requires special ada
This wonderful first encyclopedia is the perfect one-volume book of knowledge for young readers. Arranged thematically in ten fascinating core topics, this book will interest knowledge-hungry young mi
Rainforests cover only 6 percent of the Earth's surface, yet they support more than half of the world's plant and animal species. In this wet and often unstable environment, how do animals like the Ja
Nothing is quite so awe inspiring, or inhospitable to humans as the world's tallest mountains.? Journey to the European Alps, the Himalaya, the Karakoram Range, and the polar region of North America w
It takes a certain kind of adventurer to sail off into the unknown of the world's oceans, sailing by the stars, alone in the vastness of a life at sea. Join an accomplished sailor for the stories of f
I Wonder Why the Wind Blows answers all sorts of tricky and fascinating questions about Planet Earth, such as "How cold is snow?", "How hot are deserts?", and "Where do rivers end?"
I Wonder Why the Wind Blows answers all sorts of tricky and fascinating questions about Planet Earth, such as "How cold is snow?", "How hot are deserts?", and "Where do rivers end?"
Nature’s building blocks have never been more sociable than in this newest offering from the creators of The Periodic Table and Physics. From cells to DNA, from viruses to mammals, from chlorophyll to
The Kingfisher Illustrated Horse & Pony Encyclopedia is a fantastic gift for children who dream of having a horse or pony of their own. There is a clear introduction to the horse followed by chap
This is not just a book about medieval knights and Roman soldiers. This title offers something quite different because it looks at every sort of armour, in every application: from a snail to a 50,000
Solar System is the perfect introduction for young readers to the endlessly fascinating topic of space and the vast, mysterious worlds that make up our solar system. Discover the activity of the flam
Whales and Dolphins introduces readers to some of the largest and most acrobatic mammals in oceans and seas. Young students will discover the many types of whales and dolphins and learn about their b
A series by the creator and illustrator of best-selling The Periodic Table and Physics contains quirky, manga-style illustrations featuring smart, cool characters that bring big ideas down to earth--a
Meet Zero, a bubbly fellow who will dissolve you to nothing, and say hello to the all-action Units, who just love to measure. Get a load of greedy Multiply, a big guy who hoards numbers together, and
Alby and his pet squeeble, Squee, have loads of great toys, but the thing they like best is playing in the mud at the bottom of the garden - the one place they're not allowed to go! They would have go
This new edition of a classic title will seduce a huge range of readers, from novice to intermediate players. Computer-generated artwork recreates the chessboard, pieces and moves in a wholly origina
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
In Planet Earth, children zoom up through protective layers of the atmosphere from the surface to ourter space, following the Earth as it makes its yearly journey around the Sun.Young explorers
Africa is home to some of the animal kingdom's most ferocious hunters and savages. Whether screeching through the rainforests, prowling the wide savannas, or lurking along rivers, these brutes make s
Sharks dives right into the world of these awesome animals, giving in-depth coverage of shark behaviour, shark habitats and the surprising variety of sharks that inhabit our oceans. Find out about sh
Dinosaurs journeys around the world, delving through layers of fossil evidence to uncover the secrets of prehistoric life. Step into a prehistoric landscape and unearth some of the most awesome dinos
Posy Puffin wants nothing more than to hatch an egg of her own, just like all of her friends, but she has no luck. When she comes across a big ugly egg on the ice, she takes it under her wing, only to
Ten of the greatest warriors of history meet for the first time. From Viking vs. Aztec Warrior and Samurai v. Gladiator to Medieval Knight vs. Zulu, Versus explores who would triuimph and why, if the
Penguins, rapid change in climate got you worried? Do you fear losing more of your home on the river, salmon? Don’t fret, because Dr. K. Fisher can help!Animal agony columnist extraordinaire, D
Get inside the minds of scientists, engineers and programmers, and unravel the workings of the modern world. Technology is an authoritative and visually engaging look at discovering the secrets of tu
The atmospheric world is all around us, from sun and wind to climate and temperature. Readers can embark on a journey of discovery and get answers to their fundamental questions like why the wind blo
The Middle East captures the richness and diversity of Middle Eastern culture, and places the region in its global context in a way that no other reference has done for this age group. By examining a
When best friends, Jez and Charlie happen upon Quentin Quirk’s Magical Emporium, they discover potions and magic spells galore! Hardly containing themselves, they choose a bottle of Liquid Frighteners
In desperate need of a talent for the local talent show, Jez and Charlie visit the Magical Emporium and set their sights on buying a Box of Tricks, believing it contains a variety of performing magic
The biggest, highest, fastest, slowest, smallest, loudest, farthest . . . The superlatives related to how records are created and broken are some of the most fascinating to children. Kids will
The author and illustrator of Amazing Machines know what preschoolers like and just how to present information to them. Now they turn their attention to animals, guiding readers on a trek through the
What do you do if you see a space man? Park in it, dude, and don’t forget to put money in the meteor! Just in time for the 40th anniversary of the Apollo Moon landing, here is an out-of-this-wo
More than a geography lesson, this atlas is a catalog of a thousand years of human achievements, both large and small. Who won the first air-guitar championships? Where was the first skyscraper? What
All roads lead to Rome, especially where the study of history is concerned. Ancient Rome’s crowded streets, elegant homes, and majestic Coliseum are brought vividly to life in stunning state-of
