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The Hot Book (Hardcover)
Mike Goldsmith, Miranda Smith
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Fact-hungry readers will discover exploding volcanoes, sizzling
stars and fire-breathing dragons, rivers of fire, hot-air balloons
and camels . . . there are more fascinating facts in The Hot Book
to make you sweat! This stunning series is packed with
cross-curricular information, case studies and dazzling photography
and there is also a quiz, further reading section, a glossary and a
comprehensive index, making this an ideal reference book for
children aged 7+ that is both engaging and thought provoking. The
perfect companion to The Cold Book. Expert author Dr Mike Goldsmith
was formerly Head of Acoustics at the UK's National Physical
Laboratory. Mike has written more than 40 science books for
children and adults, which have been published in more than 28
countries. His books have been shortlisted for the Royal Society
Young People's Book Prize twice. Miranda Smith has written and
edited information books and articles for children and adults on a
variety of subjects. Like the children she writes for, she likes to
explore and find out about new things. In the last year, she has
visited Peru's Macchu Picchu and jumped out of an aeroplane, and is
currently deciding how to relate these to her writing and what to
do next!
This title is one of an exciting series from Oxford giving
accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and vocabulary behind
an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously researched and
authoritative but written in simple and engaging way by experts in
their fields, curious young readers will quickly get to grips with
the story, basic principles and terminology of each subject. The
Shocking Truth about Energy explains the different types of energy,
including atomic energy, and how we use it - whether in a fridge or
an internal combustion engine. It introduces the scientists behind
our knowledge along with the language and terminology used with the
'Speak like a Scientist' features. Comic strips and illustrations,
a timeline, glossary and index, all make this handy-sized book the
perfect way to discover and think about energy and its future.
Author Mike Goldsmith is a Doctor of Astrophysics, works as a
scientist and was shortlisted for Royal Society Prize for Science
Writing. Consultant Aimee Ambrose is Professor of Energy Policy at
Sheffield Mallam University
The Kingfisher Space Encyclopedia is an amazing 160-page volume and the perfect guide to space and outer space for children. Packed with colourful illustrations, step-by-step sequences, and detailed photography to keep children engaged and entertained.
Arranged thematically into key areas, the concise text is clear, accurate, and perfectly pitched, making this an unbeatable resource for home and school. This comprehensive guide includes the launch of the James Webb Telescope, the reusable Falcon 9 and NASA's advance space suit design. Plus, a glossary and index are included along with a list of websites for further learning.
This Book Thinks You're a Maths Genius explores seven key areas of
maths: geometry, space and volume, statistics, numbers and number
patterns, codes and ciphers and the concept of infinity. Each
spread centres on an open-ended question that introduces a key
mathematical concept and suggests activities that engage the child
in a fun and entertaining way. Activities include predicting the
trajectory of a Malteser; building loo roll skyscrapers;
mind-reading magic tricks; devising your own spy code; and working
out the physical correlations between your dad and Usain Bolt. The
end of the book includes a section of paper-based crafts including
the kit to make a cardboard football and a data log for family
quirks.
If your kids are fed up with learning the names of kings and queens
or dates of battles, then this is the history book for them. This
book only contains some of the most brilliant bits about space in
history. No rubbish diagrams or grainy photos - just really cool
facts, intriguing people and of course the most awe-inspiring
moments - all beautifully illustrated. It includes, early
discoveries of moons and planets, the first rockets, probes sent to
planets both near and far, the Space Race, the first humans in
space and the men on the Moon, space shuttles, and more about our
future in space. We've curated for kids some of the best examples
of successes in space. The chronological order will help them get
to grips with how and why one discovery can lead to another. It
also shows how humans have continually strived to improve their
lives and even the world by building on successes from the past,
inspiring them to take leaps into the unknown or to reveal their
genius to the world. Designed to spark the interest of children
aged 8+ studying history and STEM topics at key stage 2, the text
is snappy and completely relevant, so boredom is not an option. The
4-book series, A Short Illustrated History, celebrates some of the
best thinkers, scientists, mathematicians, inventors, engineers and
creative geniuses the world has ever seen! Titles in this series:
Space Exploration Scientific Discoveries Inventions Medicine
If your kids are fed up with learning the names of kings and queens
or dates of battles, then this is the history book for them. This
book only contains some of the most brilliant bits about space in
history. No rubbish diagrams or grainy photos - just really cool
facts, intriguing people and of course the most awe-inspiring
moments - all beautifully illustrated. It includes, early
discoveries of moons and planets, the first rockets, probes sent to
planets both near and far, the Space Race, the first humans in
space and the men on the Moon, space shuttles, and more about our
future in space. We've curated for kids some of the best examples
of successes in space. The chronological order will help them get
to grips with how and why one discovery can lead to another. It
also shows how humans have continually strived to improve their
lives and even the world by building on successes from the past,
inspiring them to take leaps into the unknown or to reveal their
genius to the world. Designed to spark the interest of children
aged 8+ studying history and STEM topics at key stage 2, the text
is snappy and completely relevant, so boredom is not an option. The
4-book series, A Short Illustrated History, celebrates some of the
best thinkers, scientists, mathematicians, inventors, engineers and
creative geniuses the world has ever seen! Titles in this series:
Space Exploration Scientific Discoveries Inventions Medicine
Think math is boring? Think again! Algebra to Calculus: Unlocking
Math's Amazing Power tells the story of algebra and calculus to
explore the surprising, fascinating and sometimes mind-boggling
evolution of mathematics through the ages. How do you make a
decision with numbers? You have to use a kind of math called
Boolean algebra. It's a little strange because it only ever uses
two numbers 1 or 0, and 1+1 always equals 1. Despite this
weirdness, this algebra is used to create the nanoscale circuits in
every microchip. Do you want to know more? Written to engage,
entertain and enthuse readers young and old, Algebra to Calculus:
Unlocking Math's Amazing Power takes an entirely new approach to
the wonderful world of mathematics. Along the way, readers will
meet with geniuses, such as Diophantus and Newton, who figured out
how to turn math problems into general techniques that worked
whatever the situation. Readers will not only learn how computer
chips process their programs, but also how a smartphone knows where
it is, what the link is between snowflakes, cannonballs and wine
barrels, and how Carl Gauss figured out how to add up all the
numbers between 1 and 100 in less than a minute when he was just 10
years old! Algebra to Calculus: Unlocking Math's Amazing Power
shows there is a lot more going on than just x + y = z.
Filled with bite-size facts and amazing original illustrations, the
Small and Mighty range is the ultimate pocket-sized collectible
series for young readers who can't get enough of their favourite
topic. In The Small and Mighty Book of Space, readers will discover
everything they could ever want to know about the cosmos. With
amazing bite-size facts on everything from the planets in the solar
system to the number of stars in our galaxy, this fully illustrated
book is filled to the brim with space info. Discover the rockets
that took us to the moon, the robots exploring mars, the astronauts
that took part in the Space Race, and lots more. With tons of
original illustrations and infographics, it's ideal for any young
reader who's obsessed with space.
Perfect for any child who wants to stay one step ahead of their
classmates, this fantastic book is packed with informative titbits
that will fascinate and enthrall young minds. I Wish I Knew That is
full of interesting stuff that parents and grandparents used to
learn at school that every child ought to know today. From classic
books children should read, a quick grammar guide, an introduction
to foreign languages, who that Pythagoras chap was, to a look at
all the kings and queens, countries and their capitals, an
introduction to classics and much more, it covers all subjects.
Unlock the mysteries of maths and discover the wonder of numbers.
Readers will discover incredible information, such as why zero is
so useful; what a googol really is; why music, maths and space are
connected; why bees prefer hexagons; how to tell the time on other
planets; and much much more. From marvellous measurements and
startling shapes, to terrific theories and numbers in nature -
maths has never been as amazing as this!
This is the second title in the important new series from Oxford
which provides accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and
vocabulary behind an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously
researched and authoritative but written in simple language by
experts in their fields, curious young readers will quickly get to
grips with the basic principles and terminology of each subject.
The Secrets of the Universe explains, in clear and interesting way,
the theories of the beginning of the Universe, what it is, how it
works, the lives of stars, and possible futures. The engaging
design highlights the Heroes of the subject from early beginnings
to modern day and explains tricky terminology in 'Speak like a
Scientist' features. Comic strips and illustrations, amazing
photographs, and a timeline, glossary and, index, all make this
handy-sized book the perfect way to learn. If you love this title,
why not collect them all? The Secrets of the Universe is part of a
collectible set which will build into a diverse range of subjects.
Geometry does not have to be confusing! Inside Mathematics:
Geometry helps make sense of all of those lines and angles by
showing its fascinating origins and how that knowledge is applied
in everyday life. Written to engage and enthuse young minds, this
accessible overview introduces readers to the amazing people who
figured out how shapes work and how they can be used to build
spaces and study places we cannot go, like the beginning of the
Universe. Filled with enlightening illustrations and images,
Geometry is arranged chronologically, from Euclid's revolution to
the Poincare conjecture, to clearly show how ideas in mathematics
evolved from the Ancient Egyptians in 3000 BC to the present day.
What began as scratched circles and squares in the dirt has evolved
into a branch of mathematics used to create realistic landscapes in
video games, build mile-high skyscrapers, and manufacture robots so
tiny they can swim in your bloodstream.
Sound is integral to how we experience the world, in the form of
noise as well as music. But what is sound? What is the physical
basis of pitch and harmony? And how are sound waves exploited in
musical instruments? In this Very Short Introduction Mike Goldsmith
looks at the science of sound and explores sound in different
contexts, covering the audible and inaudible, sound underground and
underwater, accoustic and electric, and hearing in humans and
animals. He also considers the problem of sound out of place -
noise and its reduction. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short
Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds
of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books
are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our
expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and
enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly
readable.
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