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Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species by Anna Brett

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Darwin's theory of evolution written in an accessible format and richly illustrated throughout for children aged 7+, presented in an attractive format with beautiful illustrations throughout.

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How Space Works: The Facts Visually Explained by DK

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The clearest, most visual guide to space and the Universe for complete beginners to astronomy. Have you ever asked yourself how big the Universe is, how far it is to the nearest star, or what came before the Big Bang? Then this is the book for you. How Space Works shows you the different types of object in the Universe (so you'll know your pulsars from your quasars) and introduces you to some of the strangest and most wonderful things known to science, including dark matter particles and ancient white dwarf stars that are almost as old as the Universe itself. The book starts with an explanation of our view of the Universe from Earth, then takes a tour of the Solar System, the stars and galaxies, and the furthest reaches of space. The last chapter looks at the technology we use to explore the Universe, from the International Space Station to Mars rovers and the new and revolutionary reusable rockets. Illustrated with bold graphics and step-by-step artworks - and peppered with bite-sized factoids and question-and- answer features - this is the perfect introduction to astronomy and space exploration. ...Show more

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Science in Seconds for Kids - Over 100 Experiments You Can Do in Ten Minutes or Less by Samuel Cord Stier; Jean Potter

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Do you want to learn to make lightening in a room, keep paper dry under water, and see colors that aren't there? Experience the magic of science with these quick, easy experiments and activities. You can complete each activity in just ten minutes or less, and the clear step-by-step instructions and illu strations help you get it right every time. You will find most of the required materials already in your home With illustrations, full-color pages, concise material lists, and easy-to-understand instructions, the second edition of Science in Seconds makes learning fun and practical. The activities will cover several different subject areas, including air, animals, colors, gravity, energy, light, machines, the human body, magnetism, and weather. Before you know it, kids will be making rainbows on the floor, popping balloons with magnifying glasses, and bending water from the faucet. ...Show more

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What's the Weather? by Fraser & Judith Ralston

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See how snowflakes and lightning storms form and learn the real effects of climate change in this kids book about weather. At a time when extreme weather is becoming more and more common, get clued up on the science behind it and the ways in which it's changing. Learn about all kinds of weather and marv el at how powerful it can be. Discover what the weather was like when the Earth was born and what it could be like in the future. Find out how weather is predicted and the inventions that harness its power.This eco-focussed book is packed with facts and illustrations showing how weather forms, the ways in which it changes over time, and how we can use its power. ...Show more

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My Book of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life

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Travel back in time to find out about the fantastical wildlife that lived on Earth before we did. From the first living cells to fearsome dinosaurs and giant mammals, take a journey through prehistory to find out about the supersized, the scary, and the downright bizarre animals and plants that inhabit ed Earth in ancient times. Broken down by animal or plant type, there are profiles on more than 40 key species. With famous favourites such as mighty Tyrannosaurus and huge woolly mammoths, as well as lesser-known organisms, including five-eyed Opabinia and aeroplane-sized pterosaur Quetzalcoatlus, children won't fail to be captivated by the amazing range of beasts on display.Learn about the primeval world itself and how the Earth has changed over time, why fossils form, and the arrival of early humans. Detailed artworks bring the past to life, while pronunciation guides help with tricky names, and a visual index provides a quick overview of every species in the book.My Book of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life is an ideal first book about early plants and animals, and is sure to be a hit with fact-obsessed young fans of all things dinosaurs and other prehistoric life. ...Show more

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Gross Science Experiments - 60 Smelly, Scary, Silly Tests to Disgust Your Friends and Family by Emma Vanstone

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Fun Experiments Full of Blood, Bugs, Poop and More   From squirming insects to smelly human bodies, there's so much to explore with these excitingly icky experiments. Learn about everything from food, bugs, germs and poop to all the weird and wonderful things you're made of. Taste and tear through a v ariety of edible models of skin, blood and scabs. Rip open fake stomachs, create blood baths and test your own body to see just how gross human beings can get.   Don't stop there, though Get your friends and family involved, and give them bath bombs full of bugs or see how long it takes them to detect different smells from across the room. There are so many ways to disgust and amuse those around you, from smelly cow burps and slimy frogspawn to homemade poo launchers and experiments that explode with fizzy juices. No matter which experiment you choose, you'll have fun being gross. ...Show more

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Pop-Up Volcano by Fleur Daugey, Bernard Duisit

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Have you ever wondered how volcanoes are formed? Did you know that there are different types of eruptions? Pop-Up Volcano! tells you everything you've always wanted to know about volcanoes with fact-packed text--and pop-ups! Discover the science behind volcanic eruptions; what happens when magma meets w ater; the kinds of creatures that make their homes next to these mountains of fire; and what the Hawaiian goddess Pele has to do with all of this.This fascinating book features detailed illustrations and stunning paper engineering for amateur volcanologists and nature lovers. Readers will delve deep beneath the surface of our planet, witnessing some of the most devastating moments in recorded history, including a mysterious volcanic eruption that occurred during the Middle Ages and the eruption of Mount Vesuvius outside Pompeii almost two thousand years ago. ...Show more

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Pop-Up Earth by Annabelle Buxton (Illustrator); Olivier Charbonnel (Illustrator)

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A dazzling pop-up book fullof amazing facts about ourplanet, certain to entertain theentire family! You live on it, but how much do you really know about the planet Earth? In this incredible pop-up book, discover why the Earth is so special by learning about how it's changed over time, how all living th ings are connected, how tectonic plates form mountains, and about different ecosystems around the world. In Pop-Up Earth five colorful, breathtaking pop-ups reveal the inner workings of the planet. Intricate illustrations and fact-filled pages connect us to our world, making this a perfect gift for young ecologists and climate activists. Budding geologists and anyone curious about how our planet works will be amazed! ...Show more

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How Life on Earth Began by Aina Bestard

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What did the Earth look like 300 million years ago? Here's a chance to travel back through time and discover the days when the Earth was a very different place. Packed with fascinating illustrations, this is a wonderful way to understand the story of evolution, from the earliest single-cell lifeforms to the mighty dinosaurs and onwards to the first human beings. ...Show more

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Your Bedroom Is a Solar System! - Bring Outer Space Home with Reusable, Glow-In-the-Dark (BPA-free!) Stickers of the Sun, Moon, Planets, and Stars! by Hannah Sheldon-Dean

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Bring outer space into your very own home With Your Bedroom is a Solar System , kids can transform an ordinary room into an out-of-this-world experience with reusable, wall-safe (and BPA-free ), glow-in-the-dark stickers of the sun, planets, moon, and stars   Space. It is a subject that has captivated imaginations since the dawn of time, spawning science-fiction tales of alien invasions, catastrophic meteorites, and planet exploration. Your Bedroom is a Solar System taps into that timeless wonder for everyone from star-gazing kids to real-life astronauts.   Within this keepsake-worthy hardcover book you will find more than 50 reusable (and BPA-free) glow-in-the-dark stickers of the sun, moon, planets, and stars in our solar system, as well as illustrations of asteroids, comets, spacecraft, and other fascinating parts of the universe such as constellations Plus, Your Bedroom is a Solar System is jam-packed with information that every aspiring astronaut needs such as:   - Space is completely silent - Many of Uranus's moons are named after the characters in William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream - Before meteors enter the Earth's atmosphere, they are called meteoroids - The tides are created by the Sun and Moon's gravitational pulls - Only 5% of the Universe is visible from Earth - The closest galaxy to our Milky Way Galaxy is the Andromeda Galaxy...and it's 2.5 million light years away - And much, much more   Discover everything you need to know about worlds beyond Earth, from dwarf planets to black holes to supernovas and more Kids' book author Hannah Sheldon-Dean guides readers through this solar system and beyond, with scientific fun facts and easy-to-follow directions for stickering your bedroom to look just like the universe at night Get ready in 3...2...1...blastoff ...Show more

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The Complete Guide to Space Exploration (HB) by Ben Hubbard

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Prepare for blast-off The Complete Guide to Space Exploration is your intergalactic ticket to the greatest journeys ever undertaken by humankind: the exploration of the universe. From the first telescope to the prospect of space tourism in the future, learn all about the history, achievements, practical ities, technology and future of space travel. Meet the world's first astronaut, witness the launch of the first-ever spacecraft, Sputnik, and leave the first boot-print on the moon with Neil Armstrong. Then, learn about the International Space Station, see rovers take pictures of other worlds, find out how to land on an asteroid or comet, and join the search for life on other planets. Want to know when you'll be able to book a ticket into space? Explore the possibilities of space tourism and get a preview of what it would be like to eat, sleep, and vacation in outer space. Discover the possibilities of visiting another planet and see what the spacecraft that would take you there would look like. Explore space with infographics, maps, and illustrations, plus spectacular photos from NASA, the European Space Agency and the Hubble Telescope. Get ready to embark on an interstellar journey that you'll never forget. About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore ...Show more

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How Ships Work (Lonely Planet Kids) by Clive Gifford

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Coming about From dinghies to freight liners, pirate ships to submarines, across oceans and up rivers, set sail on a fascinating journey through the world of ships in this new book from illustrator James Gulliver Hancock. In this companion to How Airports Work and How Trains Work, young readers travel t hrough history and around the world to find out everything they ever wanted to know about ships. Lift the flaps to unfurl papyrus sails on an Ancient Egyptian ship sailing up the Nile, tour a historic Spanish galleon, zoom across the water at almost 320 miles per hour in a speedboat, and much more. See how ships stay afloat, cultivate wind power, and navigate using the stars . Learn all about how the first simple boats carved out of tree trunks evolved into the giant super yachts and cruise liners of today, and take a look at the limitless possibilities of the ships of the future. How Ships Work is jam-packed with amazing facts and awesome illustrations, and was created in consultation with the National Maritime Museum, UK. About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore ...Show more

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