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How to Teach Grown-Ups About Pluto - The cutting-edge space science of the solar system (Hardcover): Dean Regas How to Teach Grown-Ups About Pluto - The cutting-edge space science of the solar system (Hardcover)
Dean Regas; Illustrated by Aaron Blecha
R272 Discovery Miles 2 720 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

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!

How Was That Built? - The Stories Behind Awesome Structures (Hardcover): Roma Agrawal How Was That Built? - The Stories Behind Awesome Structures (Hardcover)
Roma Agrawal; Illustrated by Katie Hickey; Edited by (associates) Sally Beets
R494 R460 Discovery Miles 4 600 Save R34 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

'From the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge to building on the moon, this utterly fascinating and visually stunning book is sure to build sky-scraping curiosity in young engineers' Kate Pankhurst, author of the Fantastically Great Women series 'I adored reading How Was That Built? with my son. The fascinating facts and huge detailed pictures led to lots of interesting conversations for both of us. You will never take buildings for granted again!' David Walliams, comedian and children's author As seen on Steph's Packed Lunch and featured in Cerys Matthew's BBC Radio 6 Music show and 'The Dreams We Live Inside' on BBC Radio 4 Join Roma Agrawal, the award-winning structural engineer who worked on The Shard, for an exciting behind-the-scenes look at some of the world's most amazing landmarks. Meet the extraordinary people who challenged our beliefs about what's possible, pioneering remarkable inventions that helped build the Brooklyn Bridge in the US, the Pantheon in Italy, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the Shard in England and the Sapporo Dome in Japan. Discover the ingenious methods engineers have come up with to enable us to build underground, underwater, on ice and even in space. And learn about the impact different forces and materials can have on a structure by carrying out your own engineering experiments from the 'Try it at Home' sections. Beautiful and detailed illustrations by Katie Hickey, including cross-sections, skylines and close-ups of engineering techniques in action, provide unique and illuminating perspectives of our most awe-inspiring constructions. Get ready to see the built world around you like never before! 'Exploring this beautiful book feels like having a conversation with Roma, full of expert insight and fascinating detail. With playful illustrations, stacks of brand-new information and plenty of context - this is children's non-fiction at its best' Isabel Thomas, science writer and author of Moth and Fox 'Skilfully illustrated and filled with remarkable details, this book is a treat for any young engineer. Roma's breadth of knowledge and genuine passion shines through every page. It's simply beautiful' Angela Saini, science journalist and author 'Open this book at any page and you are immediately sucked into the fascination of how things work - a wonderful achievement and a beautiful one too' Mark Miodownik, materials engineer, broadcaster and author of Stuff Matters 'How Was That Built? is a brilliant and essential book ... Hopefully schools and libraries will purchase the book in big numbers because it deserves to be widely read and discussed. I also think it will do a lot to encourage young people to consider a career in construction' Infrastructure-Intelligence.com

Who Invented This? - Smart People and Their Bright Ideas (Hardcover): Gestalten Who Invented This? - Smart People and Their Bright Ideas (Hardcover)
Gestalten; Illustrated by Becky Thorns; Anne Ameri-Siemens
R539 R493 Discovery Miles 4 930 Save R46 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days
Digging Up the Past (Hardcover): Lisa Jane Gillespie Digging Up the Past (Hardcover)
Lisa Jane Gillespie
R186 R140 Discovery Miles 1 400 Save R46 (25%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

How do ancient things get buried? Who digs them up? And what do they find? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book. Illustrated with stunning photographs and illustrations accompanied by short, informative text developed with reading experts. Includes carefully selected internet-links to exciting websites.

ABC Technology Book (Paperback): Sage Franch ABC Technology Book (Paperback)
Sage Franch; Illustrated by Fernando Martin
R207 Discovery Miles 2 070 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Amelia Earhart, Volume 3 - My First Amelia Earhart (Board book, New Edition): Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara Amelia Earhart, Volume 3 - My First Amelia Earhart (Board book, New Edition)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Maria Diamantes 1
R180 Discovery Miles 1 800 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

This board book version of Amelia Earhart - an international bestseller from the beloved Little People, BIG DREAMS series - introduces the youngest dreamers to the world-famous aviation pioneer. When Amelia was young, she liked to imagine she could stretch her wings and fly away like a bird. As a grown woman, she set a new female world record for flying up to 14,000 feet. She also flew across the Atlantic and the Pacific oceans, and eventually undertook the most dangerous mission of all: to fly all the way around the world. Babies and toddlers will love to snuggle as you read to them the engaging story of this fascinating icon, and will also enjoy exploring the stylish and quirky illustrations of this sturdy board book on their own. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!

The Complete Power XL Air Fryer Grill Cookbook - Snack and Sandwich Vol.2 (Hardcover): Kulture Kitchen The Complete Power XL Air Fryer Grill Cookbook - Snack and Sandwich Vol.2 (Hardcover)
Kulture Kitchen; Elsie Tyler; Contributions by Stacy Vergara
R674 R601 Discovery Miles 6 010 Save R73 (11%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Bodies Are Cool (Hardcover): Tyler Feder Bodies Are Cool (Hardcover)
Tyler Feder; Illustrated by Tyler Feder
R497 R443 Discovery Miles 4 430 Save R54 (11%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

This cheerful love-your-body picture book for preschoolers is an exuberant read-aloud with bright and friendly illustrations to pore over. From the acclaimed creator of Dancing at the Pity Party and Roaring Softly, this picture book is a pure celebration of all the different human bodies that exist in the world. Highlighting the various skin tones, body shapes, and hair types is just the beginning in this truly inclusive book. With its joyful illustrations and encouraging refrain, it will instill body acceptance and confidence in the youngest of readers. "My body, your body, every different kind of body! All of them are good bodies! BODIES ARE COOL!"

Lonely Planet Kids How Everything Works 1 (Hardcover): Clive Gifford Lonely Planet Kids How Everything Works 1 (Hardcover)
Clive Gifford; Illustrated by James Gulliver Hancock
R583 Discovery Miles 5 830 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Fascinating World of Birds (Paperback): Fascinating World of Birds (Paperback)
R41 Discovery Miles 410 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Describes the varied systems of nest-building used by birds, as well as some of their unusual habits. The book introduces young readers to many curiosities, such as the smallest bird in the world, the hummingbird, and birds which sew up their nests to protect their young from predators.

Starry Night Activity Pack (Wallet or folder): Andrea Pinnington, Caz Buckingham Starry Night Activity Pack (Wallet or folder)
Andrea Pinnington, Caz Buckingham
R96 Discovery Miles 960 Ships in 12 - 19 working days
Microscopic Monsters (Paperback): Nick Arnold Microscopic Monsters (Paperback)
Nick Arnold; Illustrated by Tony De Saulles 1
R118 Discovery Miles 1 180 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

Science with the squishy bits left in! What makes your guts a brilliant home for bacteria? Which creature lays its eggs between your toes? Why is your toothbrush covered in germs? Get the awful answers in Microscopic Monsters!

Foods: Experimental Perspectives - Pearson New International Edition (Paperback, 7th edition): Margaret McWilliams Foods: Experimental Perspectives - Pearson New International Edition (Paperback, 7th edition)
Margaret McWilliams
R2,355 Discovery Miles 23 550 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

For all courses in experimental foods, food science, and related topics. Foods: Experimental Perspectives, Seventh Edition will help students pursuing food-related careers broaden and deepen their scientific knowledge of food and its safe preparation. It clearly explains food science's foundational principles and most important emerging technologies. The text first surveys the consumer marketplace, career opportunities, and basic food research techniques. Next, it discusses food's physical aspects and preparation, and thoroughly explains carbohydrates, lipids, and proteins. Finally, it presents up-to-date coverage of food safety, preservation, and additives. Learning is promoted through Food for Thought boxes, photos, objectives, margin notes, definitions, charts, web links, and study questions. Updated throughout, this edition includes extensively revised coverage of food safety, GMOs, trans fats, alternative sweeteners, and much more. Also Available - Experimental Foods Labratory Manual ( ISBN 013 215 808 6)

Lonely Planet Kids Build Your Own Science Museum (Hardcover): Lonely Planet Kids, Kris Hirschmann Lonely Planet Kids Build Your Own Science Museum (Hardcover)
Lonely Planet Kids, Kris Hirschmann; Illustrated by Mike Love
R494 R459 Discovery Miles 4 590 Save R35 (7%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

A crate has arrived and it's packed with scientific objects from all around the world! Can you assemble them in time for the museum's big opening? Among the spectacular pop-ups to build are a Mars rover, a Watt steam engine, the Wright Flyer, a robotic arm and a human skeleton. In Lonely Planet Kids' Build Your Own Science Museum, budding scientists can get creative and become an expert with hands-on STEAM activities. Perfect as a project with parents at home or with teachers in the classroom, all of the models featured in this book do not require any scissors or glue. Stunning illustrations and fascinating facts bring the subject matter to life. Learn about the first scientific explorations in Ancient Egypt 5000 years ago, last century's Space Race and issues that affect the planet today such as global warming. Perfect for science fans of all ages, this follow-up to Build Your Own Dinosaur Museum and Build Your Own History Museum covers a wide range of exciting scientific content including: What Is Science? The Age of Steam The Information Age Flight Planet Earth Exploring Space Electricity and Forces The Human Body Robotics and the Future Science Quiz Future Science 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 travellers, 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!

Daily Science, Grade 2 - Teacher Edition (Paperback, Teacher ed.): Evan-Moor Corporation Daily Science, Grade 2 - Teacher Edition (Paperback, Teacher ed.)
Evan-Moor Corporation
R760 R638 Discovery Miles 6 380 Save R122 (16%) Ships in 18 - 22 working days

Fit standards-based science instruction into your curriculum!

Help your grade 2 students explore standards-based science concepts and vocabulary using 150 daily lessons! A variety of rich resources including vocabulary practice, hands-on science activities, and comprehension tests in multiple-choice format help you successfully introduce students to earth, life, and physical science concepts.

30 weeks of instruction covers many standards-based science topics.

Fascinating Engineering Book for Kids - 500 Dynamic Facts! (Paperback): Jacie Maslyk Fascinating Engineering Book for Kids - 500 Dynamic Facts! (Paperback)
Jacie Maslyk
R427 Discovery Miles 4 270 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Build Your Own Mars Colony (Kit): Jana Glatt Build Your Own Mars Colony (Kit)
Jana Glatt
R384 Discovery Miles 3 840 Ships in 12 - 19 working days

The perfect gift for little astronauts with big imaginations! This space-age set contains everything an explorer needs to create the ultimate Mars colony, from colourful astronauts and space vehicles to adorable astro-pets. Simply unfold the poster to reveal the surface of Mars, pop out the pieces and assemble them (no scissors or glue required) for hours of extraterrestrial fun. Easy to put together and full of lovable characters, this is a charming set for children to assemble and play with. The box comes with 10 press-out sheets that make over 20 pieces when assembled and no scissors or glue required.

Maisy's Garage - Push, Slide, and Play! (Board book): Lucy Cousins Maisy's Garage - Push, Slide, and Play! (Board book)
Lucy Cousins; Illustrated by Lucy Cousins
R257 Discovery Miles 2 570 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Cambridge IGCSE (R) ICT Coursebook with CD-ROM (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition): Victoria Wright, Denis E. Taylor Cambridge IGCSE (R) ICT Coursebook with CD-ROM (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)
Victoria Wright, Denis E. Taylor
R507 Discovery Miles 5 070 Out of stock

This comprehensive resource is written to cover the Cambridge IGCSE ICT syllabus (0417). Cambridge IGCSE ICT Second Edition provides a complete course for developing and practising the skills required for students of the IGCSE ICT syllabus (0417). The coursebook contains detailed explanations of concepts, worked examples and exercises to consolidate knowledge. The accompanying CD-ROM contains the source files required to complete the practical tasks set in the chapters.

Dungeon Academy: Tourney of Terror - Dungeons & Dragons (Paperback): Madeleine Roux Dungeon Academy: Tourney of Terror - Dungeons & Dragons (Paperback)
Madeleine Roux
R210 R188 Discovery Miles 1 880 Save R22 (10%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Welcome to Dungeon Academy, where monsters and creatures train for the dark world that awaits just beyond the Dungeon walls. Something BIG has come knocking on the gates of Dungeon Academy! The undefeated Waterdeep Dragons have arrived for the Tourney of Terror games, which happens every fifty years and features every monster's favourite sport: Goreball! The Dungeon Academy Flumphs are outnumbered, outsized, and outmonstered! But our hero, Zelli Stormclash (a forbidden human, secretly disguised as a minotaur), is no stranger to impossible odds. Just a few weeks ago, Zelli and her crew, the Danger Club, came face-to-face with a maniacal necromancer and his army of undead! If this wasn't enough to raise scales Zelli's reoccurring nightmare of a dark entity annihilating her world may be more than just a bad dream. Something sinister is lurking in the halls of the academy, and only Zelli seems to notice. But when Zelli uncovers a dark past hidden beneath Dungeon Academy, she unlocks something that will concern everyone at school, every dragon at Waterdeep, and everything within the Forgotten Realms. Get ready for humor, heart, magic, and adventure as middle graders and beyond learn to embrace who they are, accept others' differences, and discover the hidden secrets that dwell deep within themselves, and within Dungeon Academy!

Go, Go, Construction Trucks! - A First Book of Trucks for Toddlers (Paperback): Bonnie Rickner Jensen Go, Go, Construction Trucks! - A First Book of Trucks for Toddlers (Paperback)
Bonnie Rickner Jensen
R158 R150 Discovery Miles 1 500 Save R8 (5%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Let's do Creative and Technology Studies (Zambia): Grade 2: Pupil's Book (Paperback): Let's do Creative and Technology Studies (Zambia): Grade 2: Pupil's Book (Paperback)
R50 Discovery Miles 500 Ships in 6 - 10 working days
Minecraft: Mobs In The Overworld Level 2 (Paperback): Mojang AB Minecraft: Mobs In The Overworld Level 2 (Paperback)
Mojang AB
R180 R161 Discovery Miles 1 610 Save R19 (11%) Ships in 5 - 10 working days

Learn to read with the official Minecraft Young Readers! Practise your reading skills and develop your vocabulary as you read stories about your favourite game. This book is perfect for new readers who are beginning to read simple stories with help. With short sentences and familiar vocabulary, new readers will develop confidence while enjoying reading about their favourite videogame characters. Content has been created with an educational consultant to help engage with reluctant and less confident readers. Graded level 2: Turquoise.

Discover the first two titles Minecraft Mobs in the Overworld and Survival Modes publishing in May 2021, with future titles planned for November 2021 to meet customer demand.

Charles Darwin Genius (Hardcover): Isabel Munoz Charles Darwin Genius (Hardcover)
Isabel Munoz
R230 R206 Discovery Miles 2 060 Save R24 (10%) Ships in 12 - 19 working days

A series of illustrated books specifically designed for children in elementary education, narrating the stories of those great historical figures that have left their mark on humanity in fields such as science, art, exploration, music, fashion and other subjects. Young readers will be able to read all about these famous people's main achievements, experiencing the main steps of their lives through Isabel Munoz's engaging illustrations, and finding out some curious facts about their work and success. In the twelve volumes of the series, children will be fascinated by the genial and revolutionary intuition of Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci's vast breadth of expertise, the incredible discoveries about space made by Galileo Galilei, the visionary theories about the Universe by Stephen Hawking, the Maria Montessori's educational method Mozart's infinite musical creativity, the masterpieces created by Picasso, Van Gogh, and Frida Kahlo. Young readers will also discover how Marie Curie, Charles Darwin and Coco Chanel have changed science, medicine and fashion forever. There is a timeline at the end of each volume listing the main biographical events and some simple quizzes will help children to further understand and test their knowledge.

Keeping Fit (Paperback): William Anthony Keeping Fit (Paperback)
William Anthony
R152 R138 Discovery Miles 1 380 Save R14 (9%) Ships in 9 - 17 working days

It is important to keep fit. It is good for your body and mind. Read about different sports and exercises that you can do to stay fit!

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