Young children are fascinated by the amazing creatures that share our world, and this book provides the perfect introduction. Here they can read about how chimps teach their babies, how prairie dogs live together in huge underground towns, and how some animals like to eat other creature's dung! Look at a cute bushbaby's huge eyes and ears, a couple of snakes dancing in harmony, and badgers tidying up their home. Sturdy pages, clear artwork and simple text make this book the perfect primer to these remarkable species.

This title features 18 easy-to-follow experiments for learning fun. You can find out about rain, ice and how water works! You can make your own rain gauge, see how heat dries things out, create condensation, and much more. Fun photographs and illustrations show youngsters carrying out the practical projects in simple stages, making learning accessible and enjoyable. A glossary at the back of the book explains all the science terms used in the main text. It is ideal for school use by 5- to 7-year-olds, and also contains guidance notes for grown-up helpers using this book to teach children at home. Are bubbles always round? How can you measure rainfall? Why do some things float? What are frost and dew? All of these questions and many others are answered in this exciting book, which explores the wonderful properties of water. Watch how water expands when it freezes and turns into ice. See the magic skin known as surface tension. This series introduces younger readers to science in a structured but interesting way. Each book in the range explores a different aspect of science. Fun activities encourage children to explore and learn about the natural world, and complement the scientific points outlined in the simple introductory text.

This title features 17 easy-to-follow experiments for learning fun. You can find out about flight and how weather works! You can test whether air weighs anything, see how the shape of a dart helps it to fly, make a parachute, and much more. Fun photographs and illustrations show youngsters carrying out the practical projects in simple stages, making learning accessible and enjoyable. It is perfect for school use by 5- to 7-year-olds. It contains guidance notes for grown-up helpers using the book to teach children at home. A full glossary explains all the scientific terms used. Does hot air rise? Can air be used to lift things? Can it keep things warm? How do wings work? All of these questions and many others are answered in this exciting book, which explores the wonders of our atmosphere. Make a miniature windmill, see bubbles of air in water, and create your own weather vane to test the wind's direction. This series introduces younger readers to science in a structured but interesting way. Each book explores a different aspect of science. Fun activities encourage young children to explore and learn about the world around them, and complement the scientific points outlined in the simple introductory text.

This title features 16 easy-to-follow experiments for learning fun. You can find out how electricity and magnetism works! You can play a magnetic fishing game, make fancy patterns in iron filings, create a flashing lighthouse, and much more. Lively photographs and illustrations show children carrying out the practical projects in simple stages, making learning accessible and fun. A detailed glossary explains all the science terms used. It is perfect for school use by 5- to 7-year-olds. It includes safety instructions for children and guidance notes for grown-ups using this book to teach at home. What do magnets attract? How does electricity travel? Can you see a magnetic field? How does a torch work? All of these questions and many others are answered in this exciting book, which explores the different aspects of magnetism and electricity. Use magnets to move toy boats, and have a hair-raising time with static electricity. This series introduces younger readers to science in a structured but interesting way. Each book in the range explores a different field of science. Fun activities encourage young children to explore and learn about the world around them, and complement the scientific points outlined in the simple introductory text.