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Fans of Chris Ferrie's Rocket Science for Babies, Quantum Physics
for Babies, and 8 Little Planets will love this introduction to
organic chemistry for babies and toddlers! It only takes a small
spark to ignite a child's mind. Written by an expert, Organic
Chemistry for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to the
structure of organic, carbon-containing compounds and materials.
Gift your special little one the opportunity to learn with this
perfect science baby gift and help them be one step ahead of
pre-med students! With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will
love, this installment of the Baby University baby board book
series is the perfect way to introduce STEM concepts for babies and
toddlers. After all, it's never too early to become an organic
chemist! If you're looking for the perfect STEAM book for teachers,
science toys for babies, or chemistry toys for kids, look no
further! Organic Chemistry for Babies offers fun early learning for
your little scientist!
From the #1 New York Times bestselling World Almanac comes a
full-color, full-of-fun book with answers to your questions about
everything under the sun--and beyond it! Why do we have eyebrows?
What are the odds of being struck by lightning? Why do sports
referees wear black and white stripes? Why do we eat popcorn at the
movies? Everyone wants to understand the world around them. And
everyone knows the best way to do that is to ask a ton of
questions! The World Almanac Book of Why seeks to give answers to
every curious query, from the serious to the silly. Pages full of
information, full-color photos, and dynamic design details will
keep readers engaged and eager to discover answers to questions
they have asked before--and maybe even answers to questions they
would have never thought to ask.
This beautiful art book for children charts the evolution of the
greatest cultural achievements in painting, sculpture and
photography. Art: A Children's Encyclopedia traces the development
of painting, from prehistoric cave drawings to the Mona Lisa to
contemporary street art. Get to grips with world-famous sculptures,
including the Terracotta Army and Michelangelo's David. Find out
about photography, from pinhole cameras to digital imagery and
iconic photography such as Neil Leifer's Ali versus Liston.With
amazing facts, clear explanations, and stunning photography, Art: A
Children's Encyclopedia is the essential introduction to the art
world for children.
Join Trinity's Professor Luke O'Neill on the greatest journey of
them all. From the very big to the very small - vast galaxies to
microscopic atoms - travel through the wonders of the universe, the
mysteries of the human body, and the tiny world of molecules.
Discover the Irish scientists that have helped to shape our world
and find out how to become one yourself. How do we measure the
universe? Why do we need plants? How do our bodies repair
themselves when we are ill? What species will exist on earth in a
million years' time? Discover the answers to these questions and a
lot more in this thrilling and engrossing book packed with
fascinating phenomena, vibrant illustrations, experiments you can
do yourself, and heaps of fun facts.
Caldecott Honor winner Steve Jenkins introduces By the Numbers
infographic readers chock full of incredible infographs and
stunning, full-color cut-paper illustrations. Earth will focus on
the fascinating ins-and-outs of earth science. Through
infographics, illustrations, facts, and figures, readers will learn
about the complex and wonderful place we call home, Earth. Discover
some of the most fascinating aspects of our planet through
astonishing numbers: the stretch of time from Earth's formation to
the present, the misleading way the surface area of a continent can
appear on a map, the angle of Earth's axis that creates the
seasons, what percentage of Earth's land is covered in deserts or
forests or cities, and so much more. With his signature style,
Steve Jenkins explores the most fascinating fields of natural
science.
Discover the fully updated, new edition of DK's bestselling
reference book - containing all the latest knowledge and current
thinking in a fresh new design. When? Where? What? Why? This
stimulating and comprehensive encyclopedia answers all the burning
questions that curious children love to ask! Each chapter is
jam-packed with maps, charts, timelines, diagrams, beautiful
images, and amazing facts. Did you know, for example, that a single
drop of blood contains five million blood cells? Or that there are
areas of desert on all seven of Earth's continents? Prepare to
expand your child's knowledge on a wide range of fascinating topics
- including Earth and beyond, plants and animals, history and
politics, science, technology, and the human body. Children aged 9+
can discover: - Easily accessible, flashcard-style facts that
highlight key information - A compelling combination of solid
knowledge and stunning visual features - Updated facts and images,
making this edition perfect for the next generation of readers -
Chapters that are jam-packed with great photographs, amazing CGI
images, and amazing facts, as well as maps, timelines, and diagrams
This updated New Children's Encyclopedia is better than ever
before, with the latest material and research for curious minds.
Each section is arranged by themes, with more than 9,000 entries
and 2,500 colourful images! Cross-reference icons are included to
encourage children to explore and discover related information,
feeding their curiosity and building their general knowledge.
Whether you're after gifts for children who are eager to find out
about the world, or a teacher looking for fascinating resource
books for the classroom, this new encyclopedia is full of knowledge
for inquisitive young readers.
Explore Scotland with i-SPY - facts, photos and fantastic spots!
Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this
pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for
hours of fun! It's ideal for holidays, family road trips or simply
exploring your local area. Kids will have fun collecting points
with more than 140 things to find in Scotland. From mountains and
lochs to landmarks and attractions, they'll learn all about the
country and its history along the way. And once they've scored 1000
points, super-spotters can claim their official i-SPY certificate
and badge. With more than 30 i-SPY books to collect, there's
something for everyone! For even more spotting fun check out: i-SPY
On a Car Journey (ISBN 9780008386443) i-SPY On a Train Journey
(ISBN 9780008431730) i-SPY At the Seaside (ISBN 9780008386528)
i-SPY Nature (ISBN 9780008386467)
Fish are amazing, and this first picture book is the perfect
introduction for kids keen to discover more about them. In a
supersized lightweight format, the book can be read on the floor,
held up by a teacher or parent to show and share with a group, and
enjoyed by all children whether alone or with others. Thematic
spreads introduce fascinating underwater animals of all kinds,
including lots of the most popular and well-known creatures that
children might recognize, as well as intriguing and unusual species
to find out about. Beautiful large illustrations by expert natural
history artists are full of detail, and there is a bonus at the
back of the book with a picture collection of plenty more fish in
the sea!
Unlike most girls of her time, Susan B. Anthony received an
education. And besides reading and writing, her schooling taught
her that women should have the same rights as men, above all the
right to vote. So from the time she was a young woman until the day
she died, Susan worked very hard to change America and make her
dream reality.
Take a tour of the animal kingdom and learn everything there is to
know about the wildlife that inhabit the Earth in this complete
guide to animals. Introducing Animal Ultimate Handbook, the latest
title in DK's Ultimate Handbook series which takes you on a journey
of a lifetime as you discover some of the world's most incredible
mammals, fish, reptiles, amphibians, and insects. Whether you are
trekking through the hot and humid rainforest, exploring the dark
depths of the ocean, or climbing the snow-capped, icy mountains,
you will learn all about some of the extraordinary animals that
live on Earth. This ultimate kids' factbook book includes must-know
facts and stats about more than 200 species of animal, from where
they live to how they communicate with one another, and much, much
more. With modern, detailed illustrations and unique information
confirmed by our own animal expert, this book is perfect for
inquisitive, young animal-lovers. Explore the animal kingdom like
you've never done before and discover: -Features captivating,
detailed illustrations of the animal kingdom -Full of unique and
interesting facts and stats on more than 200 different animals
-Special features about animals diets, habitats, communication, and
more -Full of detailed illustrations, engaging information and
essential facts and statistics about more than 200 animal species
With this highly engaging animal book, you will learn to tell your
dolphins from your porpoises, predators from your prey, and
carnivores from your herbivores. The handbook style format allows
children to be introduced to the topic of animals in a way that is
detailed, without being overwhelming or talking down to them. The
interactive 'Head to head!' pages feature two animals against one
another in a category such as speed or strength, analysing which
one would emerge victorious and highlighting the amazing features
of different animals. DK's Animal Ultimate Handbook is ideal for
sparking curiosity and is certain to amaze any child aged 6+
interested in the animals, doubling up as a must-have volume for
parents, care-givers and educators seeking a fun, non-fiction
animal book for children. So if you love the outdoors and want to
know everything about the fantastic wildlife that live there, then
this book will make the perfect companion and a great addition to
your bookshelf.
Young naturalists meet sixteen birds in this elegant introduction
to the many uses of feathers. A concise main text highlights how
feathers are not just for flying. More curious readers are invited
to explore informative sidebars, which underscore specific ways
each bird uses its feathers for a variety of practical purposes. A
scrapbook design showcases life-size feather illustrations.
Hierdie leesboeke wat plaaslik vervaardig is, is geskik vir Fases
10-14 en is prettig asook lesersvriendelik. Die titels is propvol
kleurfoto's en illustrasies, met talle aktiwiteite om
leesvaardighede en -begrippe aan te moedig. Ses volkleur
feiteboekies is die nuutste toevoeging tot die reeks. Leesoefening
in feitemateriaal en kennisuitbreiding word op 'n interessante
manier aangepak.
Memory systems help you memorize lots of information quickly and
easily. Based on a proven illustrated mnemonic memory system that
has made its companion book, Yo Millard Fillmore! a huge success,
with over 500,000 copies sold, Yo Sacramento! will help anyone nine
years old or older memorize all of the U.S. states and their
capitals - quickly and easily. In response to nationwide demand, we
offer Yo, Sacramento! to help you memorize all of the U.S. states
and their capitals--just as quickly and easily!
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
The Curious Book of Lists - Human Body by Rachel Delahaye is
absolutely bursting with 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!
Scared of speaking in public? You're not alone! This accessible
guide, written by a former teacher and poetry slam coach, will help
tweens and teens find their voice! If you have weak, wobbly knees
and a pounding heart when you face an audience--don't worry, that's
good! Joy Jones is here to show teens and tweens that stage fright
is your friend. With its funny, friendly, slightly irreverent
approach, Fearless Public Speaking helps young people feel more
comfortable and confident in front of a crowd. Jones covers it all,
from how to write and organize your speech, to how to deliver it
and use audiovisual equipment, to how to troubleshoot when things
go wrong.
What makes us human? Ireland's favourite scientist is here to tell
you! What do you have in common with the 7.75 billion other people
on the planet? This is the question that Professor Luke O'Neill
attempts to answer in this exciting new book for young readers,
adapted from his bestselling book for adults, Humanology: A
Scientist's Guide to our Amazing Existence. Starting with the
origin of life and how we as a species evolved on the plains of
Africa some 200,000 years ago, Professor Luke explores what makes
us interesting as a species, why we sleep, laugh and enjoy music,
and our efforts to stop disease. He also ponders whether we will
create superhumans, how and why we age, if we can escape death and
whether our eventual extinction is inevitable. With Luke's
trademark infectious enthusiasm - and plenty of laughs along the
way - What Makes Us Human is the perfect book for curious minds.
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Discover everything you've ever wanted to know about space in a
stellar book for aspiring experts, featuring exclusive astronomical
insights and info from National Geographic explorer and
astrophysicist Munazza Alam! Ready to go on an out-of-this world
adventure? Travel across the Milky Way and into new galaxies to
explore every corner of space so YOU can become an absolute expert.
Get up close to the sun and moon, asteroids and comets. Learn about
the Oort Cloud, supernovas, black holes, and rockets and other
spacecraft. Discover the incredible work of astronauts,
astronomers, physicists, and other cool space scientists. On this
journey across the universe, you'll make your way from our familiar
home here on Earth to planets and solar systems that are many light
years away. Rub elbows with the stars on this cosmic adventure
complete with special features, sidebars, wacky trivia, and more.
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