Chris Oxlade

Heating

A Scientist's Secret Scrapbook contains information about famous inventions and the science behind them. Packed with facts about how stuff works, this book provides a fresh and exciting insight into science and technology. White Wolves Non-fiction is a guided reading scheme which takes a high-interest approach to core geography, history and science topics. These books are ideal for classroom and topic libraries, and for teaching non-fiction literacy skills in a curriculum context.

Inventor's Secret Scrapbook

Do you know that the first industrial robot started work in 1959? Now robots are in factories, in homes, laboratories and in the sky. Robots explore other planets, ocean depths and carry out jobs that are dangerous for humans. From the first robots of the 1950s to drones and androids of the present day, this book charts the amazing history of robots.

The History of Robots

Lauri Kubuitsile

Alison Sage

Jonathan Emmett

Anita Ganeri

Vivian French

Ian Whybrow

Gabrielle Pritchard

Kathryn Harper

Tanya Landman

Catherine Chambers

Lynne Rickards

Tom Bradman

Jon Hughes

Jim Carrington

Andy Belcher

Peter Millett, M.D.

Claire Llwewllyn

Schoular Anderson

Jonathan And Angela Scott

Catherine Bowley

Endorsed for reading by Cambridge Assessment International Education, Cambridge Reading Adventures is our international primary reading scheme.

Cambridge Reading Adventures: Teacher Pack 2. Green, Orange, Turquoise, Purple, Gold and White Bands

Discusses where our water comes from, why we need it, how it becomes polluted and scarce and how we can conserve this precious life essential.

Conserving Water

Down the Drain

This book provides a simple and fun introduction to minerals, discussing different minerals, exploring how and why they have formed, how they have changed over time, their appearance and properties. With the help of some Rock Solid! facts that provide cool examples, the book will show you how amazing minerals can be: from ruby crystals and stalagmites and stalactites in caves to talcum powder.

Minerals

This book provides a simple and fun introduction to soil, discussing what soil is, how it is made and what we use it for. With the help of some Rock Solid! facts that provide cool examples, the book will show you how amazing soil can be: from making houses with mud bricks and how crops grow in volcanic soil to how tree roots can break up rock.

Soil

Heinemann

Describes the technology that we use today such as cell phones, flat-screen televisions, and digital cameras, and discusses what things are likely to develop in the future.

Mp3s, Tvs & Dvds

Electronics

Using a question and answer format, explains what gravity is and what it does.

Gravity

Provides an introduction to the sport of rock climbing, along with information on the sport's history, styles of climbing, equipment, techniques, popular sites for climbing, and some of the dangers.

Rock Climbing

Infographics are simple and creative graphic representations of different numerical facts. This title features a variety of engaging infographics that teach readers all about animals. Look through the pages to discover fascinating statistics about the world's biggest, smallest, slowest, and fastest animals - and much more!

Animal Infographics

There have been many battles fought over the centuries. Few battles occur without bloodshed and destruction, and few occur without a dramatic outcome. This book presents the ten most pivotal battles that have altered the course of human history, including Waterloo, Thermopylae, Gettysburg, and Dien Bien Phu. The eye-catching illustrations and high-interest content are sure to entice reluctant readers while they learn about the unforgettable details of life-changing conflicts.

The Top Ten Battles That Changed the World

Explore, create and investigate with Ava and George - the Geo Detectives! Use your detective skills to find out about volcanoes, earthquakes and other astounding natural events. With the Geo Detectives series, join two young detectives, Ava and George, in a hands-on exploration of the natural world. Learn about exciting geography topics, then investigate further with fun activities and projects to do at home and outside. What happens when a volcano erupts? Can we predict earthquakes? Where do most earthquakes occur in the world? Discover what amazing things happen in nature and use your own skills to find out why! Get answers about: Tectonic plates using a soggy biscuit How gas blows cinders out of a crater with popcorn, a plate, a cup and a straw Which materials are the best protection against heat using a chocolate bar How to measure quakes by making your own seismometer from everyday items Tsunamis by making your own model tsunami wave And much more! Encouraging young readers to investigate geography topics and to have fun while learning, this book will amaze and astound any reader with an interest in science and nature.

Volcanoes and Earthquakes

Readers will learn the history of the invention of the light bulb in this title that includes information on the key players, the setbacks along the way, and the moments of discovery.

The Light Bulb

Describes the surface, atmosphere, and characteristics of Earth and the moon.

The Earth and its Moon

Become an engineer for the day in this interactive vehicles book for children aged 3+ years. Find out what's gone wrong with the vehicles using the clues and cross-sections to help you, Fix them by spotting the right tools to do the job, and then they can Go! Perfect for exploring STEAM and other high-interest topics.

Find, Fix, Go!

A hands-on approach introduces young scientists to screws. Science theory and practical, fun projects teach the physics and the technology behind this simple machine. Important science curriculum is explained through historical and contemporary examples of screws. Step-by-step projects range from the simple to the more challenging.

Making Machines with Screws

Easy-to-read text makes this book ideal for young readers, while cartoons and quizzes keep learning fun and interactive. Key features include fun questions and easy-to-follow answers, simple text for younger readers, and fantastic artwork, among others.

Why Does Saturn Have Rings?

Find out everything there is to know about the city of Cardiff in this fascinating city guide. Learn about Cardiff's history, its location, culture, festivals, hidden gems and even where the best places to shop are! A map of Cardiff city centre will help you find the locations of the key places mentioned in the book. Impress your friends with your knowledge of this beautiful and historic city.

Cardiff

This is a bumper collection of 150 fantastic experiments and projects that explain a wide range of scientific facts, processes and principles. Make a working volcano, construct a reflecting telescope, create a compass, and much more. The projects are arranged thematically to reflect different areas of science and technology, such as the natural world, earth sciences, physics and transport. Budding young scientists are guaranteed hours of fascination and amusement while gaining a practical understanding about our everyday world.

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