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An out-of-this-world sticker book where children can explore the history of space travel and meet some of the intrepid men and women astronauts. Scenes to complete with stickers include underwater astronaut training, life inside the International Space Station and even a peek into the future of space tourism with a holiday trip to Mars! With over 250 stickers of rockets, space probes and space suits plus blank stickers for children to design their own astronaut outfit. Age 5 Key Stage KS1 S BIC ...

A fascinating reference book sure to capture the imagination of any child interested in space travel. Each page details a different element of space and astronomy, from the realities of living on the International Space Station to our solar system and what we know about distant space. With photographs and illustrations of planets, stars, space probes, astronauts and more to really bring the wonders of space to life. Includes internet links to specially selected websites with videos, activities a...

Open the giant fold-out pages of this book to discover the powerful rockets and spacecraft that explore outer space. From early rockets and Moon missions to space stations and probes, learn what it takes to blast off from Earth and even live in space. The oversized pages show magnificent spacecraft and rockets to scale, up-close and in detail. Age 4 Key Stage KS1 BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409582175 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 290 x 240mmAuthor/Editor Louie StowellIllustrator Gabriele An...

A lighthearted look at space travel, from the scientists at Mission Control to astronaut training, lift-off and life on the International Space Station. With over 250 stickers of astronauts, scientists, rovers, rockets and even whole galaxies to add to the colourful scenes. Children can add stars to the night sky, position astronauts and footprints in a scene depicting the first Moon landing and fill a spaceship with mysterious aliens. A humourous – and informative - guide to space travel ...

Discover the wonders of our Solar System as you fold out this gorgeously illustrated book. Then turn it over to find lots of fascinating facts about the planets, their moons, and the spacecraft that have been sent to explore them. With links to websites for more information, this is the perfect gift for young space lovers. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 S BIC CBMC B5N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474937702Extent: 16 pagesDimensions: 270 x 170mm Author/Editor Sam Smith Illustrator Peter Donnelly ...

Lift the flaps to reveal the mechanics and engineering of amazing bridges, towers and tunnels including the Channel Tunnel, the Burj Khalifa, Golden Gate Bridge and more. With detailed illustrations and links to websites to see views from the top of the Shard and CN tower, travel through tunnels and see the enormous machines used to create them. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 E BIC CBMC C5K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474922500 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 276 x 216mmAuthor/Editor Struan ReidIllustrator Annie Car...

Calling all space cadets! Usborne assigns you a mission to see inside these extraordinary space stations and spacecrafts, from the beginning of the space race to the latest missions to Mars and beyond. With over 70 flaps to lift, plus links to websites with video clips and more information. Published in association with the UK Space Agency. Age 6 Key Stage KS1/2 S BIC CBMC B5K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409599197 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 276 x 216mmIllustrator Kellan Stover...

A beginner’s guide to coding using Python, one of the most popular computer languages. Step-by-step instructions show how to get started and write a simple program. New commands are introduced with examples and colourful pictures so by the end of the book, readers can code games, drawings and more. Includes extra help and downloads online. Age 8 Key Stage KS2 ICT BIC CBMC C5N79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409599340 Extent: 96 pages Dimensions: 240 x 188mmAuthor/Editor Louie StowellIllustrator John...

Flaps to lift on every page reveal what goes on inside a computer, how coding works and how computers talk to each other across the internet. The principles of coding, from simple commands to algorithms, are explained with a treasure hunt game and puzzles, and there are examples of programs in the coding language Scratch™. Includes internet links to specially selected websites where children can discover more coding ideas, tips and games. Computer coding is now a compulsory topic on the UK...

This friendly beginner’s guide covers the basics of Scratch coding, one of the most popular programs used in UK primary schools on the National Curriculum. With step-by-step instructions showing children how to create games, animations and more, plus Scratch menu guides, a glossary and links to websites for free downloads and helpful tips. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 ICT BIC CBMC C5L79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474975094 Extent: 96 pages Dimensions: 240 x 188mmAuthor/Editor Rosie Dickins and Jonathan Mel...

Discover high-tech gadgets, design robots and machines, and solve all sorts of technological puzzles in this innovative activity book filled with inventions to brainstorm, puzzles to solve and objects to design. Includes downloadable templates and links to inspiring websites about technology today. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 S BIC CBMC C5L79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474959957 Extent: 80 pages Dimensions: 240 x 188mmAuthor/Editor Alice James and Tom MumbrayIllustrator Petra Baan...

A handy-sized paperback book with 50 fun, step-by-step experiments and activities for young scientists. Activities include creating a light and shadow show, separating colours in a fascinating ink experiment, creating a foaming monster using chemical reactions and lots more! Each page displays step-by-step instructions for how to complete the activity as well as a simple explanation of the science behind it. An excellent book to introduce children to scientific concepts in a fun and interactive ...

Think like a scientist in this innovative activity book, full of science activities to explore, record, discover and invent. Investigate forces, turbines, mirror writing, skeletons, animal migration and lots more, all using only the book and your pencil case. Includes links to websites with even more science activities and downloadable templates. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 S BIC CBMC C5L79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474950695 Extent: 80 pages Dimensions: 240 x 188mmIllustrator Various...

A funny and fascinating how-to guide for budding astronauts, providing a crash course on what it takes to travel into space. Answers all the big questions about space travel, from “How do rockets work?” and “What do astronauts do all day?” to “How do you go to the toilet on a spaceship?” Explores the technology that astronauts use, from space suits to Soyuz spacecraft, and scientific experiments on the International Space Station, and includes internet links t...

What’s it like in space? How do you get there? And what do astronauts do all day? Inquisitive little ones can find the answers to these questions and many more in this fascinating lift-the-flap introduction to space, with colourful illustrations, simple text and chunky flaps to lift. Age 4 Key Stage EYFS/KS1 S BIC CBMC A2K79 Hardback ISBN: 9781474920520 Extent: 12 pages Dimensions: 216 x 192mmIllustrator Christine Pym...

Lift the flaps to uncover the amazing inner workings of your very own body – from your bones, blood and brain to the bacteria in your belly button. Discover what happens when you eat, how your senses work, what your heart and lungs do and lots more fascinating facts. With links to specially selected websites for activities and videos about the human body. Age 6 Hardback ISBN: 9781474950732 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 276 x 216mmIllustrator Ocean Mecklenburg...

An approachable introduction to what chemistry is, how it works and why it is vital to everyday life. Topics include: the periodic table, atom structure and radiation, and the scientific method, all illustrated with humorous illustrations and diagrams. With simple experiments to aid learning and internet links to recommended websites to find out more. Age 11 Key Stage KS3/4 S BIC CBMC D4N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781409547075 Extent: 96 pages Dimensions: 230 x 165mmAuthor/Editor Alex Frith and Dr. Lis...

An essential reference book which explores key concepts and basic ideas of physics, all clearly explained with simple text, colourful pictures and diagrams.Topics are arranged by theme and include atoms and molecules, heat, electricity and magneticism, radioactivity and forces. With internet links to educational websites for further learning. Age 11 Key Stage KS3 Paperback ISBN: 9781409531647 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 240 x 170mmAuthor/Editor Corinne Stockley...

An essential home or school reference book for SAT and GCSE stutdents. Arranged in five colour-coded thematic sections covering all aspects of the chemistry curriculum. Includes a useful section of charts, tables and conversions. Key concepts and basic ideas clearly explained with simple text and colourful pictures and diagrams. Internet links to educational websites for further learning. Age 11 Key Stage KS3 Paperback ISBN: 9781409539117 Extent: 128 pages Dimensions: 240 x 170mmIllustrator Fion...

A very approachable and reassuring account of exactly what happens in the body at puberty. Includes informative sections on sex, contraception, sexually transmitted infections and drugs, as well as advice on healthy eating, exercise and hygiene. Winner of the Times Educational Supplement Information Book Award. Age 10 Key Stage KS3 S/PSHE Paperback ISBN: 9780746031421 Extent: 48 pages Dimensions: 240 x 170mmAuthor/Editor Susan Meredith...