Kitchen Science Explained

Izzy the Inventor has HAD ENOUGH. Bad Fairy Brenda has turned VERY BAD indeed, and Izzy wants to find a way to make her good. Unfortunately, this involves climbing up a beanstalk to the Land of the Giants, along with her sister and Henry the Unicorn. This journey will put Izzy's science skills to the test - she'll need catapults, light experiments and a pair of giant flying underpants...Every book contains ideas for science experiments and a QR code with links for more to try at home.Collect all the books in the series!

★ 爆笑科學任務登場！用物理實驗拯救奶奶、破解超荒謬危機★ 圖像漫畫風＋實驗活動，一邊大笑一邊動手做科學★ 英國暢銷童書作家 Swapna Haddow × 科學漫畫家 Jess Bradley★ 15種超好玩的 STEM 實驗，從「蛋殼橋」到「電磁鐵」都能自己試一本把科學變成爆笑冒險任務的圖像科普書。孩子將在「拯救奶奶」、「阻止火車」、「騙過鯊魚」等瘋狂情境中，透過簡單有趣的實驗理解物理原理。結合漫畫式插圖與動手做活動，讓 STEM 不再枯燥，而是一場充滿驚喜與笑聲的科學冒險。A funny children’s illustrated science book with experiments for ages 8+ that is new for 2025Bonkers dilemmas that can be solved with science and a bunch of brilliant physics experiments.Book of the Week: The Week Junior***No grannies were harmed in the making of this book!**Trick a shark! Lift a jumbo jet! Escape a deserted island! Stop a runaway train!Explore a bunch of ridiculous (and not-so-ridiculous) dilemmas – with solutions from the astonishing world of physics.Sounds unbelievable? Test the science for yourself, with easy-to-follow experiments throughout!What are you waiting for? Let’s save Granny!Written by bestselling and award-winning author Swapna Haddow, with brilliantly funny colour illustrations from award-winning illustrator Jess Br

Take your self-study English language learning a step further with the third book in the easy-to-use, visual learning series.English for Everyone Level 3 Intermediate Course Book introduces topics such as telling a story, describing new experiences, relationships, and problem solving. The step-by-step teaching methods are clear and engaging, making the English language easy to learn by yourself. Key language skills, grammar rules, and vocabulary are explained alongside colorful illustrations to help you put new language into context. Listening, speaking, reading, and writing exercises are set in bite-sized modules, allowing you to learn at your own pace.Free audio is available online to support your language learning, featuring native English speakers. The audio examples help you to build experience of spoken English and give you the chance to perfect your pronunciation.English for Everyone is aligned to the CEFR, the international standard for language learning, and ideal for preparat

This classic game has never been grosser! Featuring plenty of yucky fun facts about each disgusting option, this book is a stomach-turning delight to play with friends and family.Would you rather lick a toilet seat or drink a spoonful of kitchen sponge water? Drink a cup of pee or a cup of nose mucus?With four different games, easy rules, and an optional scoring system,Would You Rather Grossologywill put players between a moldy rock and a smelly hard place as they decide what to do. Each question comes with more information about the repelling choices, so players can discuss the many foul situations and expand their knowledge on all things icky.What’s gross has never been so fun!

TRUE STORIES OF DETERMINATION AND DISCOVERY This collection features 25 inspiring tales of women in science, technology, engineering, and math. Read about how these women solved problems, made incredible breakthroughs, and paved the way for future scientists everywhere. Create a computer with mathematician Ada Lovelace. Design a robot with engineer Cynthia Breazeal. And help others with Rebecca Lee Crumpler, the first African American woman to become a doctor of medicine. This book pairs inspiring, easy-to-read text with colorful full-page portraits created by female and nonbinary artists from all around the world. Plus, scannable codes let you listen to longer stories on the Rebel Girls app!

本書以漫畫形式呈現恐龍發現的關鍵歷史與趣聞：從瑪麗‧安寧在海岸撿到的第一塊化石，到美國古生物學家間轟轟烈烈的「化石大戰」，甚至還有恐龍「Sue」名字的由來。由 Paul Mason 編寫、Jess Bradley 繪圖，內容充滿趣味，卻也具備科學深度，並由古生物學家 Dr Dave Hone 擔任顧問審定。除了漫畫劇情，每章節還設有專題頁，補充恐龍與化石研究的核心知識，讓孩子在笑聲中學會觀察與批判性思考。適合7歲以上對恐龍好奇的孩子閱讀。An entertaining collection uncovering the stories of dinosaur discoveries told in comic strips.Discover the story of Mary Anning, why there is a dinosaur called Sue, what the Bone Wars were and much more. This book is sure to entertain children, while giving them an insight into the many challenges and rivalries behind scientific achievements and how scientists learn from mistakes. It is produced by the same team as Comic Strip Science with hilarious comic strips illustrated by award-winning artist Jess Bradley and written by Paul Mason, who is well known for making science learning fun. Key science concepts are pulled out in more depth in feature spreads. The book has a specialist text consulant, paleontologist Dr Dave Hone.Comic Strip Science Adventures is a series o

本書以趣味十足的漫畫形式，介紹人類探索太空的精采歷程，從登月任務到火星探測車、從太空生活的小插曲到發現意外現象的瞬間，每一則都令人會心一笑又忍不住想一探究竟。由科普作家 Paul Mason 撰文、Jess Bradley 繪圖，配合英國國家太空中心專家審訂，內容兼具科學性與娛樂性。書中不僅用漫畫吸引讀者，也穿插主題延伸頁，深入解釋相關知識，讓孩子了解太空探索背後的挑戰與錯誤帶來的學習。適合7歲以上孩子，也很適合作為自然科學課外補充。An entertaining collection uncovering amazing stories of space exploration told in comic strips.Discover the history of the first missions to the Moon, how space rovers have adventures, the mystery of a floating poo and much more. This book is sure to entertain children, while giving them an insight into the many challenges and rivalries behind scientific achievements and how scientists learn from mistakes. It is produced by the same team as Comic Strip Science with hilarious comic strips illustrated by award-winning artist Jess Bradley and written by Paul Mason, who is well known for making science learning fun. Key science concepts are pulled out in more depth in feature spreads. The book has a specialist text consulant, Sophie Allan of the National Space Centre.Comic

A gorgeous sticker book with beautifully decorated rooms just waiting to be filled with over 100 stickers of furniture and accessories. Children will have hours of fun arranging the house just as they want it, with objects ranging from chandeliers to china, as well as toys, ornaments and even food. Includes eleven rooms spread over three floors in the house, including a master bedroom, two children's bedrooms, a baby's nursery, a kitchen, living room, study, dining room and attic.

Expand your knowledge on all things gross with these fun facts that hit especially close to home! Perfect for fans of the Weird But True! series.There’s no escaping gross stuff—even in the comfort of your own home! Discover icky, disgusting fun facts about your body, beloved places like the kitchen, your favorite furry pets, and the creepy-crawlies you pretend don’t exist.From barf to toilets to cockroaches (oh my!), what’s gross has never been so fun!

小書廚房」（Book’s Kitchen）是什麼？「小書廚房就是『書籍的廚房』，希望這個空間能像食物一樣，填補人心的空缺。我發現，很多人都和當年的我一樣，不知道自己已經工作過勞，也從未認真檢視過自己的內心。所以，我希望美好的故事可以廣為流傳，讓人感受到內心的飢餓，遇見能夠滿足心靈的故事。」

Initially, dressed like a Buddhist monk, he slipped into the country, where he impressed everyone he met with his secret weapons: remarkable memory techniques and the latest Western science.

Strap in! Science Comics: Human Spaceflight is a new volume in First Second's STEM graphic novel series! Once humans figured out how to launch rockets into orbit, the Space Race between the US and USSR began! Who will be the first to fly outside of Earth's atmosphere, walk on the moon, or build a working lab in orbit? Follow the story of how the race to the moon became international teamwork in orbit, and find out how to travel at 17,500 mph, take a shower with no water, and go to the bathroom when there's no gravity. When it comes to human spaceflight, the sky is not the limit!

2025 CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL HOT OFF THE PRESS PICKFilled with sweet and savory recipes from bestselling author Barbara Beery, this children's cookbook ismagnifiqueBonjour, aspiring chefs! Put on your aprons and get ready to master French cuisine.Mais oui!From delectable patisserie to savory soups, and from baguettes to the five French mother sauces-béchamel, hollandaise,velouté, espagnole, and tomato-Ooh La La! Kids Cook Frenchis a child-friendly take on classic French cooking. Developed by bestselling children's cookbook author Barbara Beery and filled with simple instructions and full-color photos, this cookbook is the perfect gift for kids who feel at home in the kitchen.

A joyful celebration of the wheelchair and how its user becomes a permanent lap to snuggle on! The Mama Car has big wheelsand a soft cushion. It can takeyou outside and anywhereand right back home again. The Mama Car has so many things, but the best thing is, it has Mummy.This way, Mama Car!The Mama Car can take children on adventures, big and small. Even just going to the kitchen for snacks becomes an expedition. And when a child falls and hurts herself, the Mama Car is always there, and so is Mummy.

The first book in a new puzzle adventure series takes readers on a thrilling adventure in the company of Knutz, a STEAM whizz-kid, and canine super-inventor Boltz. Knutz and Boltz are waiting for a live stream of their favourite vlogger, the Sorcerer of Science, who performs experiments for her legions of fans. But today a strange figure has taken over her feed.He introduces himself as Dr Chaos, and says he’s taken the Sorcerer prisoner ... Knutz and Boltz will have to use all their STEAM-skills to tackle the fiendish challenges in the Mansion of Mayhem in order to save the Sorcerer and defeat Dr Chaos!Featuring an innovative mix of graphic-novel pages, zany prose and integrated puzzles, this fast-paced adventure is guaranteed to engage kids aged 9+ in STEAM subjects. Across six chapters, readers will develop key science, technology, engineering, art and maths skills as they help Knutz and Boltz work their way through the challenges.

A Caldecott Medal WinnerThis award-winning tale by the author of the classic book The Phantom Tolbooth is a love song to that special relationship between grandparents and grandchild. The kitchen window at Nanna and Poppy's house is, for one little girl, a magic gateway. Everything important happens near it, through it, or beyond it. The world for this little girl will soon grow larger and more complex, but never more enchanting or deeply felt. Her story is both a voyage of discovery and a celebration of the commonplace wonders that define childhood, expressed as a joyful fusion of text with evocative and exuberant art that garnered the highest honor in children's book illustration in 2006.

Instagram超過7萬人追蹤！甜點架式、某某法式甜點，雙主廚力推！紅遍韓國、香港、泰國、星馬的鮮奶油蛋糕名師，首度公開38款親自設計的「夢幻韓系蛋糕」，分層拆解鮮奶油夾層、抹面、擠花的製作祕訣，用美味元素，打造與眾不同的韓式質感！韓國最大網路書店yes24，感動推薦！──「光靠這本書的鮮奶油和蛋糕，就足夠開一家迷人的甜點店！」「我有50多本烘焙書，最推薦的就是這本！」屹立在首爾甜點戰區的「JOY’S KITCHEN工作室」，向來以清新唯美的「韓系鮮奶油蛋糕」聞名。豐富多層次的口感，獨到的風味，極簡的質感，成立近十年來，無論教學或販售，始終是甜點人心中的夢幻逸品！ 獨具特色的風格與製作技巧，更讓她成為亞洲各國爭相邀課的指標性老師。而現在，JOY’S KITCHEN將招牌的訂製款配方，不藏私集結成書，完整公開38堂從蛋糕製作、風味搭配到裝飾設計的「鮮奶油蛋糕系列課程」！全面圖解開心果柳橙蛋糕、番茄牛奶蛋糕、桑格利亞調酒蛋糕等人氣獨創甜點，從零細說如何讓「蛋糕更蓬鬆」「鮮奶油更清爽」的好吃關鍵，用獨家研發的技巧，重新詮釋「蛋糕＋鮮奶油」的更多可能！讓視覺與味蕾的快樂都a piece of cake！◎ 本書特色：特色1. 韓國名師首度出書！風靡韓國甜點界的唯美風格鮮奶油蛋糕本書作者趙恩伊，和Congmom鄭賀蠕同為韓國甜點裝飾指標，也是彼此的蛋糕老師！恩伊老師的美感獨幟一格，擅長以簡單的鮮奶油勾勒浪漫質感，餐飲出身的她，更懂得善用食材風味堆疊，無論是大眾化的巧克力、草莓、牛奶，或是特殊的小黃瓜、南瓜、藍紋起司，都能組合出驚艷美味！特色2. 分層拆解獨家配方！從基礎到進階，自由應用的美味方程式不只是配方，更是蛋糕設計學！全書將38款恩伊老師創立「JOY’S KITCHEN」以來，最受學生、顧客喜愛的配方，逐一解構成蛋糕體、夾層、抹面、裝飾說明，可以照做，也可以自由組合出專屬訂製款，做出外面買不到的西瓜提拉米蘇杯子蛋糕、香草蘋果翻轉蛋糕、馬斯卡彭純白蛋糕！特色3. 入口即化的蛋糕體！基本的工具材料，也能有截然不同口感因為簡單，更需要講究！書中收錄五種「JOY’S KITCHEN」的招牌蛋糕體製法，不需要特殊模具，只用基本的糖、蛋、麵粉和風味食材，卻能透過改變打發程度、順序，做出全蛋法、分蛋法、舒芙蕾法三種口感的海綿蛋糕，以及柔軟的戚風和手指餅乾，讓每一口都是超乎期待的美味

STEM—where we see it, how we use it, and why you should careDiscover how geology is part of our daily lives with Everyday STEM Science—Geology.Explore the wonders of Earth and see how geology is all around us, from nature's materials that are used to construct roads and buildings, to the minerals found in your cell phone and drinks can. Witness a volcanic eruption, find out if there is water on Mars, unearth a dinosaur, and meet the geologists and scientists who brought geology to life, including Zelma Maine Jackson, Georges Cuvier, and Florence Bascom. Readers can also carry out cool geology experiments at home.With easy-to-understand text written by STEM expert Emily Dodd, and lots of colorful artworks, photos, and diagrams, readers can best explore where we encounter geology and why it’s even important at all.The Everyday STEM series makes science relevant to tweens. Instead of telling kids STEM is important and is the key to their future success, these books show readers how we use

Be inspired by the life of Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, with this engaging picture book designed especially for young readers. Little Sally grew up in California, USA and soon realised that she had a passion for science. She loved it so much that she studied it at university and became a Doctor of Physics.One day, whilst reading the student newspaper, Sally saw that NASA was looking for astronauts. Women could apply, having never been able to before... so she went for it! Sally was chosen, and in 1983 became the first American woman to fly in space. Sally believed that science should be exciting and inclusive, and that everyone should be able to reach for the stars! So, after hanging up her space suit, Sally, with her partner Tam, founded Sally Ride Science, an organisation that encourages better science education. This powerful book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a de

終於有一本適合家長和孩子一起使用的食譜了！清新的漫畫風格和易於閱讀的格式，孩子們會發現遵循每個食譜步驟輕而易舉！父母能夠從基本的黃油餅乾到摩卡、抹茶和花生的口味，甚至製作菠蘿餡餅，就好像他們多年來一直是專業麵包師傅一樣！在這本食譜中，帕梅拉將讓家人清楚了解 22 種基本食譜，並教他們如何調整基礎知識來創造 20 種令人興奮的變化！學習帕梅拉的創意烘焙風格，您和您所愛的人很快就會在廚房裡製作出不僅僅是美味的亞洲烘焙食品，您還將建立終生的家庭回憶！書裡面有什麼：逐步指南亞洲烘焙插圖資訊圖表Finally, a cookbook for parents and children to use together!With a fresh comics-style and an easy-to-read format, children will find following each recipe step a breeze! And parents will be able to go from basic butter cookies to flavours of mocha, matcha and peanut, and even make pineapple tarts, as if they've been expert bakers for years!In this cookbook, Pamela will give families a clear understanding of 22 basic recipes and teach them how to adapt the basics to create 20 exciting variations! Learning Pamela's creative style of baking, you and your loved ones will soon be making more than delicious Asian bakes in the kitchen. You'll also be building lifelong family memories!WHAT'S INSIDE:Step-by-step guideAsian bakesIllustrated infographics

終於有一本適合家長和孩子一起使用的食譜了！清新的漫畫風格和易於閱讀的格式，孩子們會發現遵循每個食譜步驟輕而易舉！父母能夠從基本的黃油餅乾到摩卡、抹茶和花生的口味，甚至製作菠蘿餡餅，就好像他們多年來一直是專業麵包師傅一樣！在這本食譜中，帕梅拉將讓家人清楚了解 22 種基本食譜，並教他們如何調整基礎知識來創造 20 種令人興奮的變化！學習帕梅拉的創意烘焙風格，您和您所愛的人很快就會在廚房裡製作出不僅僅是美味的亞洲烘焙食品，您還將建立終生的家庭回憶！書裡面有什麼：逐步指南亞洲烘焙插圖資訊圖表Finally, a cookbook for parents and children to use together!With a fresh comics-style and an easy-to-read format, children will find following each recipe step a breeze! And parents will be able to go from basic butter cookies to flavours of mocha, matcha and peanut, and even make pineapple tarts, as if they've been expert bakers for years!In this cookbook, Pamela will give families a clear understanding of 22 basic recipes and teach them how to adapt the basics to create 21 exciting variations! Learning Pamela's creative style of baking, you and your loved ones will soon be making more than delicious Asian bakes in the kitchen. You'll also be building lifelong family memories!WHAT'S INSIDE:Step-by-step guideAsian bakesIllustrated infographics

Praise forThe Problem With Problems: 'A masterclass in how to do children's self help well... the medicine will go down very easily' TELEGRAPHWhat happens if you meet a Fear? It's a frightening thing, and it's different for us all. Some are helpful and keep us safe, others cannot be explained. You can fight them and tame them, but sometimes, you might find you were mistaken, and the Fear was really excitement all along! One thing's for sure... often the things you fear are more afraid of you.

Cat Ninja is back in an adventure-packed volume featuring new friends, old foes, and the Cat Lady who started it all! When a notorious band of ninjas discovers a certain Metro City hero wearing their colors and practicing their Kat Fu, their leader sets out to settle an old score. Plus, a nocturnal ninja flaps into town, Octopunch puts up his dukes (all eight of 'em!), Adonis plays hero, Master Hamster's creative kitchen repairs end with a scorching surprise, and our favorite frenemies-against-the-odds compete in the villainous Vroomin' Race!

Lively illustrations by well-known artist and illustrator Kaley McKeanSupports science teaching in schoolsFirst in an exciting, bright new series of lift-the-flap books - 'How It Works'An ILLUMINATING introduction to the science of lightLift the flaps to discover what light is, where it comes from and how it works, from rainbows and reflections to lightyears and lasers. Then see light in action for yourself by trying out some simple home experiments.

Meet Izzy the Inventor in a laugh-out-loud series that brings together science, magic and a very lovable unicorn. Packed full of illustrations and easy-to-read text, this series is perfect for beginner readers and fans of Isadora Moon and The Naughtiest Unicorn.Izzy the Inventor is back in Fairytale Land and this time she must rescue a prince from a wicked fairy's curse. If she fails, he'll vanish! With the help of Henry the unicorn, Izzy needs to work out how to make it snow in summer, create an exploding volcano and a contraption to help Henry fly. But can Izzy's science skills stand up to an enormous dragon?Every book contains ideas for science experiments and a QR code with links for more to try at home.

Boom! Snap! Whiz! Zap!The Magnificent Makers is a fiction chapter book series filled with real science, adventure, and characters kids will love! Every book includes two science activities kids can do at home.A modern-day Magic School Bus for the chapter book reader!Pablo, Violet, and their new friend, Lorenzo, return to the Maker Maze for a science lesson about the human body! With new challenges in store, they get to learn all about the heart, lungs, and digestive system. But even though the Maker Maze is as fun as ever, Pablo seems a little annoyed with his friends' playful teasing.InHuman Body Adventure, the kids remember that it's important to put themselves in others' shoes and to always be kind. Don't miss the other books in the series!

愛科學、不信魔法的Izzy，有天竟被仙女教母送進童話世界，還要拯救白馬王子！這趟旅程有熱血獨角獸相伴，也得靠科學腦袋解決巨魔與陷阱難題。本書適合剛開始自己閱讀的小讀者，書末附有簡單實驗與延伸活動的QRCode，讓科學變得超好玩！Meet Izzy the Inventor in the first of a laugh-out-loud series that brings together science, magic and a very lovable unicorn. Packed full of illustrations and easy-to-read text, this series is perfect for beginner readers and fans of Isadora Moon and Rainbow Magic. Izzy the Inventor LOVES science and does NOT believe in magic.That is until the day her Fairy Godmother appears and sends her to Fairytale Land to rescue Prince Charming from the Mountain of Doom, with an enthusiastic unicorn as her guide. To succeed, Izzy must use her science skills to outwit trolls, goblins and a bottomless lake of despair. But her quest will also teach her about the power of friendship and that we all need a little magic in our lives...Every book contains ideas for science experiments and a QR code with links for more to try at home. Coming soon:Izzy the Inventor and the Curse of DoomIzzy the

It’s fun to be smart! Now updated with a technology section, these illustration-based card decks will make learning exciting for second graders everywhere. Loved by kids and teacher approved, and featuring hundreds of questions based on math, language arts, science, social studies, and more to reinforce classroom learning with a fun, fast-paced game.Brain Quest 2nd Grade Smart Cards helps kids aged 7 – 8 to learn core classroom subjects in a smart, entertaining, and engaging way. It’s a Q&A game that second graders can play with friends, family, or against the clock to test their knowledge. Smart cards feature hundreds of questions with answers to help kids know exactly what they need to know, when they need to know it.Featuring:Two full-color Q&A decks in a reusable flip-top storage box1,000 questions and answers covering math, language arts, science, and moreWhat’s New?Technology questions that cover computer science, coding, and technologyUpdated content with new and re

It’s fun to be smart! Now updated with a technology section, these illustration-based card decks will make learning exciting for fourth graders everywhere.Loved by kids and teacher approved, and featuring hundreds of questions based on math, science, English, US History, Geography, and more to reinforce classroom learning with a fun, fast-paced game.Brain Quest 4th Grade Smart Cards helps kids aged 9 – 10 to learn core classroom subjects in a smart, entertaining, and engaging way. It’s a Q&A game that fourth graders can play with friends, family, or against the clock to test their knowledge. Smart cards feature hundreds of questions with answers to help kids know exactly what they need to know, when they need to know it.Featuring:Two full-color Q&A decks in a reusable flip-top storage box1,500 questions and answers covering math, science, English, US History, Geography, and moreWhat’s New?Technology questions that cover computer science, coding, and technologyUpdated content wi

It’s fun to be smart! Now updated with a technology section, these illustration-based card decks will make learning exciting for fifth graders everywhere.Loved by kids and teacher approved, and featuring hundreds of questions based on math, science, English, History, Geography, and more to reinforce classroom learning with a fun, fast-paced game.Brain Quest 5th Grade Smart Cards helps kids aged 10 – 11 to learn core classroom subjects in a smart, entertaining, and engaging way. It’s a Q&A game that fifth graders can play with friends, family, or against the clock to test their knowledge. Smart cards feature hundreds of questions with answers to help kids know exactly what they need to know, when they need to know it.Featuring:Two full-color Q&A decks in a reusable flip-top storage box1,500 questions and answers covering math, science, English, History, Geography, and moreWhat’s New?Technology questions that cover computer science, coding, and technologyUpdated content with new

STEM – where we see it, how we use it and why it mattersDiscover how science affects our daily lives with Everyday STEM — Chemical Engineering, filled with inventions, stories and experiments to try at home.Engineering is all around you! From raising agents in bread to life-saving medicine and eco-friendly fuel, chemical engineering has transformed our lives. Discover the animal inspiration behind running blades, watch DNA technology in action, and see how engineering can help to feed the world. Plus, meet the engineers and scientists whose discoveries are changing our lives for the better, including Tu Youyou, Markus Rehm and Jamie Garcia. Then put your engineering skills to the test with the cool at-home experiments.With easy-to-understand text written by science communicator Jenny Jacoby, and lots of colourful artworks, photos and diagrams, readers can best explore where we encounter chemical engineering and why it’s even important at all.The Everyday STEM series makes science relev

Brain Quest, America's #1 educational brand with more than 57 million copies in print, is now for babies! My First Brain Quest board books introduce essential early learning concepts and foundational vocabulary using engaging visuals and Brain Quest's signature question and answer format.From the rain in the sky to the grass at their feet, help your child understand the world around them with the guidance of this fun and exciting introduction to science!My First Brain Quest: First Words: Science Around Us introduces babies and toddlers to more than 100 STEM-related vocabulary words in their world—in the backyard, at the doctor's office, at the beach. Each scene features labeled illustrated objects as well as brief captions that help to introduce STEM concepts and help put into context, alongside questions that encourage conversation between reader and child. Children have fun naming, counting, and comparing.

Before she cooks up something delicious in the kitchen, Disney Princess Tiana learns how to grow the ingredients in her garden in this all-new Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader! When Tiana decides to try cooking with a new spicy pepper, she is excited to begin--but first, she learns how to plant a garden. This Step 2 Step into Reading leveled reader is perfect for children ages 4 to 6 who can delight in Tiana's empowering journey as she makes her garden grow. Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

A Tamil boy explores his love for his grandmother and her colorful sari collection in this tale of expressing your true self.Another exciting day with Paati begins with a host of fun activities done in preparation for tonight’s party; threading flowers into garlands for decoration, going to the market, and helping her in the kitchen with the scent of sambar in the air.Through it all the boy finds comfort in Paati’s sari, whether he’s wrapped in its colors for dress-up or clutching its folds for comfort. Each sari holds a story—ones that speak to him, but most important of all they allow him just to be.With joyful text by Jyoti Rajan Gopal and dazzling art by Art Twink, My Paati’s Sari is a commemoration of how clothing can convey tradition and individuality, and connect us to both our families and ourselves.

A captivating new gift title featuring over 100 real-life mysteries that might just give you goosebumps!Does the Loch Ness monster really exist? What ever happened to the crew of the Mary Celeste? And where exactly are the Hanging Gardens of Babylon?Get ready to be amazed as you uncover the world’s greatest mysteries, from Bigfoot to the Bermuda Triangle. Including alien abductions, haunted houses, mind-blowing natural phenomena and much more, this book will explain the extraordinary – unless the extraordinary can’t be explained, of course. Then you’ll just have to make up your own mind . . .With atmospheric artwork, compelling case studies and a seriously stand-out neon cover, this is a haunting collection of mysteries that you won’t be able to put down.

好餓好餓的毛毛蟲要吃晚餐啦！食物有各式各樣的形狀，要吃三角形的披薩、圓形的藍莓，還是彎彎曲曲的拉麵呢？跟著Eric Carle的經典角色一起學習食物名稱跟形狀！Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for one of his favorite meals of the day: dinner!The Very Hungry Caterpillar is very hungry…for dinner! With die-cut pages, a simple narrative, and beautiful artwork from Eric Carle, this interactive board book is the perfect way to introduce the concept of shapes. From triangular pizza slices to round veggie burgers to squiggly ramen, there’s something everyone will enjoy. This book will become a staple in the kitchen for even the littlest food critic in training!

Everyday STEM Technology: Energy makes science relevant to tweens. Instead of telling kids STEM is important and is the key to their “future success,” these books show readers how we use science, tech

Pluto has not been a planet since 2006. But this tiny world still inspires people of all ages while sparking controversy. In this delightfully witty book, astronomer Dean Regas teaches you how to educate your grown-up about the cutting-edge science of space, most crucially the reason why Pluto is NOT a planet any more.Delving into the history of space discoveries, the key players who have helped our understanding of the universe (including the 11-year-old girl who named Pluto in the first place) and the ever-changing nature of science, this book will equip every reader with the tools they need to bring their grown-ups fully up to speed, and to sneak in as many amazing astronomical facts as possible. And there's a handy quiz at the end so that you can check your grown-up has been paying attention!

A magical graphic novel adventure perfect for fans of Peter & Ernesto or Tiger vs. Nightmare After planting a seed packet in the backyard, things don't go as expected for best friends Anna and Tess. They fall asleep in the sun and wake up to blooms as tall as buildings! Did the seeds really grow that fast? All is explained when Anna and Tess meet May, a little garden gnome whose magic is responsible for the transformation. The girls are May's size now, and they follow her through the flower garden and into May's underground gnome home--discovering new things about their world and themselves along the way. This immersive graphic novel from author-illustrator Ren嶪 Kurilla is perfect for emerging readers. It explores growing and changing friendships and offers details to discover on every page and with every read.

"We need more beautifully illustrated and involving non-fiction like this. Wade and Castrillon introduce nanoscience with perfect clarity and inviting pictures." - The Sunday Times "Beautiful ... plunges deep into the world of atoms, materials and the applications of nanoscience, with accessible text and richly shaded pictures." - Guardian This exciting non-fiction picture book introduces young readers to the fascinating (and cutting-edge) science of the very, very small.Everything is made from something - but the way we make things, from the materials we use to the science and technology involved, is changing fast. Nano offers a fascinating narrative introduction to this cutting-edge area of STEM, better known by the name "nanotechnology". With words by Dr Jess Wade - a highly skilled physicist and trailblazing campaigner for diversity in STEM fields - and beautiful, dynamic pictures by award-winning artist Melissa Castrillon, this is the perfect book for budding young scientists and