Packed full of facts this wonderfully illustrated book measures and compares everything from animals, space and dinosaurs to machines, sports and people, and will captivate children - and parents too! Did you know that a blue whale weighs about as much as 20 T-Rex dinosaurs? Or that a guinea pig is 70% water? This exciting picture book is full of these and many more fascinating fact nuggets. Turn the pages and compare the fastest machines, the tallest buildings, the biggest animals, the world's highest fliers and much, much more. You can trace the journey lines to discover which animal travels furthest, read the clues to match the fossil print to the dinosaur, or count up the construction workers to see how many humans it takes to measure the height of a mighty tunnelling machine. Using striking visual comparisons, quiz questions and bite-sized facts, this book, aimed at children aged 5 and older, builds maths skills and helps readers develop their understanding of the world around them. Children will be amazed at what they discover in My First Book of Comparisons and will have plenty of unforgettable facts to dazzle their friends and family with. For readers who can't get enough and older readers aged 8 and up, why not try The Book of Comparisons for even more mind-melting facts and incredible illustrations to pour over.

The best way to understand how something works is to take it apart and put it back together again, or to build it from scratch. But how would you make a human body? Where would you start? What would you need? And how would you fix everything together?

This book is a step-by-step guide – from gathering up the ingredients and multiplying cells to fitting organs and wiring up systems. A full set of operating instructions will help you to keep your human in good working order, too.

Meet the king of Indian cricket, Virat Kohli, in this thrilling unofficial biography! Virat Kohli is India’s most successful ever captain, winning 40 Test matches to date. Discover his extraordinary life, from his childhood in Delhi, India – where his talent was clear from as young as three years old – through his hard-working junior years, to his inspirational captaincy of India. Follow his ups and down – from dazzling batting feats to injury – and find out why he is one of crickets greatest ever players. Clive Gifford is a lifelong cricket fan who lives a short walk away from Lancashire’s Old Trafford cricket ground.

Meet the king of English cricket, Ben Stokes, in this thrilling unofficial biography! From his childhood in New Zealand and his early cricketing career at Cockermouth, to winning his first County Championship with Durham and selection for England, Ben Stokes’s cricket career has been filled with extraordinary successes alongside great challenges. Follow this impressive all-rounder as he bats, bowls and fields his way to being one of the greatest cricketers of all time – as well as an inspirational England captain. Clive Gifford is a lifelong cricket fan who lives a short walk away from Lancashire’s Old Trafford cricket ground.

Whether you’re a die-hard fan or new to the sport, prepare to be amazed by this fun-filled book of stories, facts and stats from the world of football. Meet the dog that saved Manchester United! Discover the match that was played in space . . . . . . and the game that was abandoned when the ref sent off ALL the players! Find over 60 extraordinary football stories in this fun-filled book, packed with facts, stats and match-day excitement. Meet the most inspiring players from the men’s, women’s and para games. Discover the world’s best – and worst – teams, hilarious moments, mind-blowing skills, bizarre rules, funny mascots, and the amazing lengths fans will go in support of their team. Includes a player’s guide, quizzes and a glossary! Also in the series: Incredible Cricket Incredible Rugby – coming soon Incredible Golf – coming soon

Discover everything you need to know about football with the 2020 edition of The Football Encyclopedia. Capturing the triumph and despair of key moments in world football, this book is packed with pictures and profiles of the world's most skillful footballers - old and new - from Beckham to Messi, Pele to Ronaldo, Rooney to Neymar. Over 40 of the best international and national teams to have lit up the game are covered in detail, including Brazil, Manchester United, Barcelona and Spain. All the drama of the 'beautiful game' is fully analyzed with dynamic full-spread photos and digital artworks that recreate famous moves and goals, while each chapter includes links to websites, providing a valuable access point to databases of players, international results, all the major tournaments, and club histories. Includes in-depth coverage of every aspect of football, including rules and skills; fans and the media; managers and tactics. Packed with the latest statistics on the 'beautiful game', including an updated report on EURO 16, this is a superbly detailed reference book for all the family. Includes a pull-out Euro 2020 wallchart to fill in as the tournament progresses.

Why do we dream? How come more people are right-than left-handed? What’s inside a black hole?  Science is pretty amazing, but even though we know more about our universe than ever before, there still remain lots of unanswered questions that fascinate and perplex even the greatest scientific minds. These are the unknowns, the paradoxes and the things not fully explained or understood. This book is a compendium of these riveting unsolved mysteries, that still have us wondering... How? What? Why?  Whisking readers through some of these holes in our scientific knowledge, the accessible and enjoyable book turns to the unanswered questions, what we do know, and some of the best current theories, as well as some of the most far out suggestions! From the personal (Why do we have fingerprints? Why do we yawn?) to the fundamental (How did life begin? Is anybody out there?) to the downright funny (Why do cats sit in circles?)  Divided into chapters on People, Earth, Nature, Space and Miscellaneous Mysteries, this visually stunning compendium breaks down even the most complex topics and theories so everyone can puzzle over unanswered questions. The colourful and arresting artwork draws readers in further to ask How? What? And Why? This riveting book will capture the imagination of curious minds young and old. Maybe they can solve some of these riddles. Or maybe, some things will remain in the Mysteryverse ...

Discover everything about how brains work from emotions to actions, reactions and the functioning of the body, in this expansive and inclusive guide. Brains are fascinating! Why can't you tickle yourself? Why do adults like foods they hated as children? How do some sneaky creatures have the ability to take over the brains of other species? Answer all these questions and more whilst celebrating the power of your unique brain in You & Your Amazing Brain.  You will discover: What the different parts of the brain are and how they work How memories, speech and sleep work How the human brain develops from birth to adulthood How your brain changes when you become a teenager, and how to understand these changes How the brains of other creatures match up to ours And most of all how every brain works in its own special way Find out all about your amazing brain in this guide to the most special, and fascinating, organ in your body!

Whether you’re already a fan or are new to the sport, prepare to be BOWLED OVER by this fun-filled book of stories, facts and stats from the world of cricket. 60 extraordinary stories span the globe and include unforgettable events and players from the men’s, women’s and para games, past and present. Meet Brian Lara, who made a mind-blowing 501 not out in an innings. Meet Sajjida Shah, who played for her country aged just 12. Find out about the match that was played inside a volcano . . . and another that was played on top of Africa’s highest mountain. Meet the Indian cricketer who cut her hair to disguise herself so she could play in boy's teams. Meet the player who owns the world's most expensive bat (worth a whopping £100,000) and who started adult life as a railway ticket collector . . . Meet the biggest stars of today’s game alongside the pioneers, emerging talents and cricketing legends. You’ll also find facts, stats, bios, test your knowledge quizzes and a simple players guide. Look out for Incredible Football Stories, coming soon.

Would you rather go the theatre in ancient Greece or go to a festival? Would you rather hang out with Hades or Hermes? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of ancient Greece with this new Would You Rather book! Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the exciting, adventurous (and sometimes stinky) lives of the ancient Greeks. Prepare to decide what sort of ancient Greek food you would rather eat, what ancient Olympic sports you would try your hand at, and much more! Each ‘would you rather’ question is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about ancient Greek history – rediscover familiar favourites like the Spartans and Medusa, and delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing civilization. Also available: Would You Rather? – Vikings Would You Rather? – Ancient Egyptians Would You Rather? – Ancient Romans Would You Rather? – Explorers Would You Rather? – Tudors

Whether you’re a diehard fan or new to the sport, prepare to be amazed by this fun-filled book of stories, facts and stats from the world of rugby. The book’s content spans the globe and includes unforgettable events and players from the men’s, women’s and para games, past and present. Discover inspiring pioneers, iconic players, historic moments, and some of the silliest, weirdest, most mind-boggling moments. Also in the series: Incredible Cricket Stories Incredible Football Stories Incredible Rugby Stories

Build your basketball skills with the Sports Academy series. Looking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the important basketball skills you'll need. Full of skills tips and illustrations showing key techniques, you'll discover everything - from offence to defence. The series Sports Academy covers rules, equipment and major competitions through specially commissioned, step-by-step illustrations that clearly shows skills and techniques needed for a sport.

A unique approach to understanding the plastic problem, with practical actions to help reduce our use. Every single minute, a truck-load of plastic is dumped into the ocean, damaging beaches, killing wildlife, making food supplies dangerous and contributing to climate change. Most plastic does not break down for hundreds of years and almost half of it is single use. Why are we doing this? Why don't we stop? Can we undo the damage? Mind Mappers: Why Does Plastic Hurt The Planet? explores and unravels these difficult questions.

Would you rather ride a hot-air balloon to the North Pole or cycle to the South Pole? Go to the toilet inside your spacecraft, or outside it? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of explorers with this new Would You Rather book! Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about explorers and exploration. Prepare to decide what you would prefer to eat if you were on a great expedition, if you would rather explore the highest or lowest point on Earth, and what your packing essentials would be. Each situation is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about explorers who have ventured around our planet and beyond – discover some of the unsung heroes of science and discovery, and learn more about some of the expeditions that shaped our understanding of the world! Also available: Would You Rather? – Vikings Would You Rather? – Ancient Egypt Would You Rather? – Ancient Romans

Did you know that a zeptosecond is a trillionth of a billionth of a second? Or that the US once had 144 different time zones? Or that across your lifetime, you’ll spend about 33 years in bed? Discover more questions, answers, and theories in this bumper book all about the past, present, future, and beyond! The Book of Time is brimming with fascinating information about the concept of time. What is time? How does it work? And is it even real? The book uses time as a lens to explore a wide variety of STEAM subjects that kids know and love—such as space, dinosaurs, animals, the human body, and machinery—with a completely fresh perspective. Through a simple yet fascinating approach, you’ll learn about: The measurements of time Big and small time Time-travel Paradoxes And lots more mind-boggling things Cool, graphic illustrations help convey sometime abstract concepts and make for an engrossing reading experience. Children will be able to wow and amaze all their family and friends with extensive and fascinating information about time. Absorbing, entertaining, and surprising, The Book of Time will teach kids to look at the world in a whole new way.    

Filled with over 100 exciting puzzles and quizzes for you to enjoy with friends, family or just by yourself! Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles – and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more! Look out for more amazing puzzle and quiz books: Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 7 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 8 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 9 Year Old

A step by step guide to rugby union. Learn how to perfect the skills, tactics and theory of the sport - from basic drills to complete rules.

Filled with over 100 exciting puzzles and quizzes for you to enjoy with friends, family or just by yourself! Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles – and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more! Look out for more amazing puzzle and quiz books: Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 7 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 9 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 10 Year Old

Following on from the incredible Invented by Animals and Built by Animals, Powered by Plants introduces us to the wondrous plants whose ingenious features have inspired innovations in human technology. Plants exhibit an incredible range of diversity in their shape, structures and how they interact with other living things and their environment. Some of this great diversity is being increasingly studied and copied, inspiring innovation in science, design, engineering and technology. This book guides readers through a startling collection of fascinating vegetation, from towering cottonwood trees with wind power potential to slippery, meat-eating assassins of the plant world and the fast-growing aquatic plant which helps propel ships farther using less energy. Learn surprising applications and spin-offs of both exotic species including the world's largest flower that generates its own heat and more familiar plants such as bamboo, coconut and maize, all depicted in colourful, engaging fashion. Colourful and lively illustrations and pop-out fact boxes bring the science in this book to life, and Powered by Plants shows us how much we can learn from studyin the myriad magnificence of the natural world. Other fascinating books in this series are Built by Animals and Invented by Animals.

Would you rather row a Roman vessel or be a chariot racer? Eat stuffed dormice or parrot heads? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of ancient Rome with this new Would You Rather book! Packed with fun situations, this book is the perfect way to learn about the ancient Roman world. Prepare to decide what sort of Roman food you would rather eat, what Roman jobs you would be prepared to try your hand at, and much more! Each situation is filled with fascinating and hilarious details about Roman history – rediscover familiar favourites like Julius Caesar, and delve into lesser-known corners of this intriguing civilization. Also available: Would You Rather? – Vikings Would You Rather? – Ancient Egyptians Would You Rather? – Explorers

This title is part of 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 youngreaders will quickly get to grips with the basic principles and terminology of each subject. The Causes and Impacts of Climate Change explains, in a clear and interesting way, what climate is and why it's changing, what greenhouse gases are and how they are changing the climate, and how we can slow down this process. The engaging design highlights the Heroes of the subject from early beginnings to modern day and picks out and explains tricky terminology in 'Speak like a Scientist' features. Comic strips, illustrations, amazing photographs, and a timeline, as well as a 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 Causes and Impacts of Climate Change is part of a collectible set which will explore a diverse range of subjects.

Filled with over 150 exciting puzzles and quizzes for you to enjoy with friends, family or just by yourself! Are you a whizz at animal trivia? Do travel facts float your boat? Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? Put your knowledge to the test in this fun-packed book of puzzles and quizzes! Look out for spot the difference, mazes, odd one out and word puzzles – and, of course, bags of quiz questions on sport, geography, space, food and more! Look out for more amazing puzzle and quiz books: Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 8 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 9 Year Old Amazing Puzzles and Quizzes for Every 10 Year Old

Build your netball skills with the Sports Academy series. Looking to take up a new sport? Or just thinking about ways to keep fit and healthy? This book is a great introduction to all the important netball skills you'll need. Full of skills tips and illustrations showing key techniques, you'll discover everything - from offence to defence. The series Sports Academy covers rules, equipment and major competitions through specially commissioned, step-by-step illustrations that clearly shows skills and techniques needed for a sport.

Pack your brain with football fun and trivia ahead of the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup! Did you know? The world’s largest football shirt is over 80m long. In 2002, Australia won a World Cup qualifying game by 31–0. Danish referee Henning Erikstrup’s fake teeth fell out when he went to blow the final whistle. The youngest person to be signed by a football club was less than 2 years old. From record-breaking goals to the world's most extraordinary players, from stunning stadiums to weird and wonderful mascots, discover over 100 fascinating football facts, specially selected for readers aged 7. Look out for more Amazing Facts books: Amazing Facts Every 6 Year Old Needs to Know Amazing Facts Every 7 Year Old Needs to Know Amazing Facts Every 8 Year Old Needs to Know Amazing Facts Every 10 Year Old Needs to Know

Catching criminals today is as much about science as sleuthing.

Crime busters looks at a huge variety of crime from burglary to forgery and from arson to cyber crime. Fingerprinting, gathering clues, and DNA testing are just a few of the areas covered in detail. Gripping real-life cases are examined under the microscope and there are several simple forensic experiments that can be performed by the amateur detective using everyday objects.