5 focus spreads cover all aspects of big cat life and behavior.
Provides information on a variety of snakes, including their feeding habits, defenses, and life cycles.
In 1859, Charles Darwin shocked the world with a radical theory - evolution by natural selection. One hundred and fifty years later, his theory still challenges some of our most precious beliefs. This guide to 'Darwin's dangerous idea' takes a fresh look at the often misunderstood concepts of natural selection and the selfish gene.
A study of the scientific subject of space. By accessing the recommended Web sites on every double page, readers can take a tour of a space station, see pictures from the Hubble telescope or have their questions answered by a famous astronaut.
Science, humankind's greatest intellectual achievement, is capable equally of delight and amusement as much as learning and the advancement of knowledge. 'The Science Magpie' brings together a hugely diverse collection of classic, common and unusual titbits from across science and its history.
How do camels keep cool? Why do green plants need sunshine? How can we use the Sun to make electricity? Find the answers and much more in this beautiful first book on sunshine. Simple text and fantastic colour photographs combine to help young children learn all about the weather around them. Ideal for Early Years and Key Stage 1 (5-7 years), it provides a simple, colourful introduct…
Physics in 100 numbers explores the most important and interesting numbers in physics, starting with the lowest number (10-43 seconds, or "Planck time," the smallest time measurement possible) and working in numerical order up to the very largest (4 x 1069, which is the estimated mass-energy of the universe, in Joules).
Mathematics is inescapable. Wherever you go, whatever you do, however you live your life, mathematics plays a role. From searching for love to donating a kidney, the mathematics governing our world is far-reaching and fascinating. Using interesting anecdotes, simple analogies and easy explanations, 'Man vs Maths' will distill the complexities of some of the most absorbing mathematics of modern …
Provides information about the physical characteristics, habits, and behavior of salmon and such related fish as eels, flounder, swordfish, and piranhas.
An illustrated, humorous introduction to the basic fields of science.
Tahukah kamu bahwa sel-sel tubuh kita bisa saling berkomunikasi? Atau bagaimana ya sel darah putih bisa menjaga daya tahan tubuh kita? Sel-sel kecil dalam tubuh kita ternyata bekerja dengan cara yang menakjubkan! Yuk, kita simak bersama bagaimana proses pembentukan sel, cara kerjanya, dan segala hal menarik lainnya tentang sel! Seri ini ditulis oleh Patrick A. Baeuerle, Ph.D., ilmuwan ternama d…
A new series of colorful and lighthearted books that compares opposites in the weird and wonderful animal kingdom. Children are often intrigued by extremes in the world around them and how they compare to each other -- the biggest and the smallest, the fastest and the slowest, the smartest and the silliest. These books describe and illustrate animals' characteristics and compare them to anim…
Be an eyewitness to the breathtaking moment when a chick hatches from its egg, the growth of young birds in their nest and how birds camouflage themselves, fly, hunt and feed. Find out why wings are different shape and sizes and discover which are the world's biggest, smallest and fastest birds.
This is a spotters guide which enables readers to recognize 50 species of British butterflies and moths. Divided into two clear sections, each species is accompanied by colour artwork and important identification tips.
This guide covers the elements and major natural forces at work which give our planet its shape and character. The book includes sections on the atmosphere, water, ice, changing climates, mountain ranges and the oceans.
Get your teeth into the nitty-gritty. No fluffy stuff – we want the deadly stuff. Biting. Ripping. Shredding. Pouncing. Warning: stop here if you want snuggly bunnies or teensy-tiny mice. TV wildman Steve takes you straight to the deadly point: killer jaws and claws. Ouch. Tusked terrors. Vampire bats. Polar bears that can slice your head off with one blow. Here are some animals you really do…
This is a new title in the fantastic "First Reading" series, part of 'The Usborne Young Reading Programme'. It is aimed at children who are beginning to read. Let your imagination fly - soar into space and take a trip to the moon. It features photographs with real images of the moon and fun puzzles after the story to consolidate learning. Developed in consultation with Alison Kelly, who is a Pr…