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Books > Children's & Educational > Technology & applied sciences
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!
'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
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.
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!
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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!"
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.
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!
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)
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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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