An engaging look at the global impact of robots and robotics, discovering how robot helpers move, sense and make decisions in the service of humans. Fearsome robots are sometimes shown in sci-fi movies attacking Earth, but in real life, robots are actually helping to save the planet. Service robots are put to work helping people in all sorts of locations, from hospitals and care homes to factories and restaurants. Among other amazing feats, robot helpers can produce one complete motor car every 30 seconds, prepare 300 pizzas an hour and reply to questions in 15 languages. In this book, aimed at children aged 8+, readers can meet these robot helpers and many more, then try a quick quiz to find out how much they have learned. Books in the series: Eco-Robots Robot Explorers Robot Helpers Super-smart Robots

Easy-to-make manipulatives help students understand the inner workings of the human body. Reproducible patterns and easy step-by-step instructions help students construct bone and stomach books, a spinal column out of cardboard and string, paper models of the major organs and systems of the human body, and more Includes background information, facts about drugs, nicotine, and alcohol, plus an updated resource list and web links For use with Grades 3-6.

Inspire a new generation of capable and curious scientists. This book will help build pupils' understanding through clear explanations, practicals and skills-based activities, ensuring that they're ready for the next step in their learning and promoting a sense of cynefin through examples and contexts from all around Wales. - Improve working scientifically skills and prepare students for future lab work with practical skills and suggested activities highlighted throughout - Guide pupils through the trickier maths and literacy skills with key term definitions and worked examples with step-by-step solutions - Support a holistic approach with links between the 'what matters' statements in the Science and Technology Area of Learning and Experience (AoLE) - Boost progress using summaries to recap prior knowledge, alongside 'Check your understanding' questions to embed understanding - Develop pupils' curiosity and interest in science with historical context and examples, including many from across Wales

Go on a journey of discovery in My First Book of Everything. From the solar system to the tiny mantis shrimp, everything in our universe is amazing! This beautiful non-fiction gift book introduces over 100 big concepts, words or ideas from the world (and universe!) around us and gives a bitesize explanation for each one that will spark preschoolers' imagination and inspire wonder and curiosity. Featuring content on the universe, the Earth, the human body, inventions, history and time and much more, My First Book of Everything is perfect for preschoolers who have graduated from First Words books and are getting curious about the world around them. My First Book of Everything is presented in a simple, stylish grid and with bright, colourful illustrations by bestselling author-illustrator Ben Newman (Professor Astro Cat, Snip Snap). It features a handy section at the back with reading tips for parents and carers, and is packed with words and concepts that will help enhance vocabulary and word recognition, plus spotting and search-and-find fun, and all sorts of things to inspire and ignite conversation between you and your child.

Fundamental and FUN first science concepts for kids, and the great thing is: there are robots! What's a Force? ... a snow-day adventure! is a fun story that leads children through the idea of forces in everyday life. Zeb and Astro, the super-powered robot siblings who star in this story, learn these fundamentals of science as they spend an awesome day riding a sledge, building a snowman and throwing snow balls! In the First Steps in Science series, children are encouraged to become super scientists with the help of various colourful and friendly robots, who are all going on awesome adventures. Children as young as 3-5 years old learn science through stories with bright and cheerful illustrations. Interactive elements throughout each book encourage hands-on engagement from children, and each story finishes with a creative activity to cement their science learning. A parent, carer and teacher's guide at the back of each book makes this a great resource for home school and classroom learning. Titles in the series include: First Steps in Science: What's a Force? ... a snow-day adventure! First Steps in Science: What is Energy? ... a Sports-Day adventure! First Steps in Science: What is Matter? ... a nature adventure! First Steps in Science: What is Motion? ... a cycling adventure! First Steps in Science: What is Light? ... a sunny sea-side adventure! First Steps in Science: What is Sound? ... a superstar adventure!

From toilets, bread and blue jeans to aeroplanes, microwaves and computers, this title explains how, when and why the ingenious inventions that surround us were created. The development of one invention is detailed over each double page, revealing the real-life stories behind each creation, as well as how they have been influenced by other discoveries over the ages. Humorous illustrations by Adam Larkum show how the inventions work.

The second installment of Scott Westerfeld's international bestselling Uglies series - the global phenomenon that started the dystopian trend. In Tally's world, looks are all that matters. And now that she's finally undertaken the surgery to become a 'Pretty', everything seems perfect: her looks are flawless, her clothes are cool, her boyfriend is totally gorgeous, and she's completely popular. But beneath the fun of non-stop parties, high-tech luxury and apparent total freedom, Tally can't stop a nagging sense that something is wrong. Something important. Then a message from her 'Ugly' past arrives, forcing Tally to remember the truth she learned before her transformation, and the fun stops cold. Because the true price of this perfect world is more than Tally is willing to pay... Praise for Uglies 'Fast paced, exciting and thought-provoking.' The Bookseller's Choice 'Superb sci-fi.' Amanda Craig, The Times Supplement 'Westerfeld introduces thought-provoking issues' Publishers Weekly 'The longing for fairy-tale beauty has never looked so sinister' Amanda Craig, The Times 'With a beginning and ending that pack hefty punches, this introduction to a dystopic future promises an exciting series.' Kirkus *starred review* 'This exciting story makes you realise how important it is not to judge people by appearances.' Newcastle Upon Tyne Journal 'This book is a real thrill-ride and the world utterly convincing.' Trashionista.com 'Fun, and the many by-the-skin-of-your-teeth escapes and hoverboard chases, plus the non-stop action plotting were enough to catch my attention and have me eagerly wanting more.' The Book Smugglers Also by Scott Westerfeld: Uglies Specials Extras

* A rich and stimulating learning experience - Exploring Science: Working Scientifically Student Books present Key Stage 3 Science in the series' own unique style - packed with extraordinary photos and incredible facts - encouraging all students to explore, and to learn * Clear learning outcomes are provided for every page spread, ensuring students understand their own learning journey * New Working Scientifically pages focus on the skills required by the National Curriculum and for progression to Key Stage 4, with particular focus on literacy

Engineers are the superheroes of the real world. They use their problem-solving skills to face down the biggest challenges we have, from creating clean energy to designing prosthetic limbs, from eliminating food shortages to programming AI to exploring the surface of Mars. In this book you'll meet 46 engineers, from apprentices and lab technicians to university professors and start-up CEOs and hear what problems they are solving and why they love their jobs. Engineers are changing the world. Will you be one of them?

Hello! I am Daisy the History Doll, and I have been lucky enough to live with some very clever and determined girls and boys, and to help them FIND A WAY to do great things! By helping them do what they wanted, I often found myself 'the first doll' ever to have done certain things! In this story I live with Aleck, who grew up to invent something that has changed the world. He did not set out to do this, and the story of how and why he succeeded makes for a thought provoking read for all ages! This book will appeal to all children who wonder what they might do in the world and how they can reach their goal. It is written in language simple enough for a young child to understand if it is read to them, but with a story that is suitable for an older reader to enjoy. Parents should find this an interesting book to share with their children, to explore the idea of history, and how it has led to the world of today.

Fuel curiosity, spark imagination. Science Bug International is an exciting and comprehensive science programme that has been designed to make sure your children never stop asking questions about their world! The Topic Book includes fun and engaging practical activities as well as opportunities for consolidation and reflection making it perfect for use inside and outside the classroom. With full and comprehensive coverage of the skills and knowledge required for curriculum attainment, Science Bug International will help you to nurture and inspire your young scientist.

Platinum natural sciences and technology Grade 4 provides superior CAPS coverage and has been approved by the Department of Basic Education. What makes the Platinum Natural Sciences and Technology Grade 4-6 course unique? Special skills focus pages are provided to develop a new skill or to revise a prior skill. Key concepts boxes summarises the unit in just a few sentences making it easier for learners to recall what's important. The Programme of Assessment is built in throughout each term of the Learner's Book, exactly where you need them for ease of use. Revision sections include summary activities, language activities and revision activities giving your learners many chances to revise content and concepts.

Everything students need for success in Key Stage Three Science in one book! This Complete Revision & Practice guide is fully up-to-date and brimming with clear, friendly notes, diagrams and examples on every topic - perfect for pupils working at a higher level! There are also plenty of summary and test-style questions, plus mixed topic tests and a fantastic practice exam, all with answers at the back of the book. And finally, a free Online Edition is included - just use the unique code printed in the book to access it on a PC, Mac or tablet!

Science Bug International is an exciting and comprehensive science programme that has been designed to make sure your children never stop asking questions about their world! This Workbook contains questions from the Topic Book plus additional questions to reinforce and extend learning. With full and comprehensive coverage of the skills and knowledge required for curriculum attainment, Science Bug International will help you to nurture and inspire your young scientist.

Inspire a new generation of capable and curious scientists. This book will help build pupils' understanding through clear explanations, practicals and skills-based activities, ensuring that they're ready for the next step in their learning and promoting a sense of cynefin through examples and contexts from all around Wales. - Improve working scientifically skills and prepare students for future lab work with practical skills and suggested activities highlighted throughout - Guide pupils through the trickier maths and literacy skills with key term definitions and worked examples with step-by-step solutions - Support a holistic approach with links between the 'what matters' statements in the Science and Technology Area of Learning and Experience (AoLE) - Boost progress using summaries to recap prior knowledge, alongside 'Check your understanding' questions to embed understanding - Develop pupils' curiosity and interest in science with historical context and examples, including many from across Wales

Do you want to know about nine popular hair styles from history, how digestion works in six easy steps, and eight questions about the human body that have no answers? Then look no further because Lists for Curious Kids - Human Body by Rachel Delahaye is absolutely bursting with more than 200 eye-popping and informative lists about your body, guaranteed to keep you entertained and increase your general knowledge at the same time! Discover your body's most curious bits and pieces, the most muscly gymnastics events, freaky human body museums ... and the worst cures for the Black Death. With quirky, colourful illustrations by Caroline Selmes, this is a great gift purchase but also a book to buy for yourself!

Layla the Inventor wasn't tired enough for bed. So she sat up in her science lab, inventing things instead! What does Layla invent? A robot, of course! It's so much fun to do the robot dance together! And it'll be even MORE fun with another robot - so Lola and her new friend decide to make one. But when Layla and her robot friends make a third robot, everything starts to go wrong . . . Can Layla use her skills to fix him - and get everyone safely tucked up in time for bed? Count down to bedtime with this gentle imaginative adventure, perfect for fans of Ten Minutes to Bed and Izzy Gizmo. Packed with simple and engaging STEM language - and warm-hearted messages about teamwork and not giving up. Look out for more bedtime countdown adventures: 1, 2, 3, Do the Dinosaur 1, 2, 3, Do the Shark

This book provides comprehensive coverage of the new Edexcel International GCSE (9-1) specification with progression, international relevance and support at its core. It is designed to supply students with the best preparation possible for the examination: * Integrated exam practice throughout, with differentiated revision exercises, exam practice and learning summary sections. * Provides free access to an ActiveBook, a digital version of the Student Book, which can be accessed online, anytime, anywhere supporting learning beyond the classroom. * Transferable skills, needed for progression into higher education and employment, are signposted allowing students to understand, and engage with, the skills they're gaining. * Pearson progression tools allows quick and easy formative assessment of student progress, linked to guidance on how to personalise learning solutions. * Reviewed by a language specialist to ensure the book is written in a clear and accessible style for students whose first language may not be English. * Glossary of key terminology, along with full answers included on the ActiveBook. * Further teacher support materials, including lesson plans, are provided online.