This series is a science-based, highly visual learning experience. All the basics of a favourite subject are covered, with intriguing aspects highlighted.
World War Iwas the world's first "total war." Although large-scale wars like the Napoleonic wars had ranged across many territories, the scale of the World War I was unprecedented. It was also the first war between modern, industrialized nations and mechanized warfare saw new and terrifying weapons deployed for the first time, including airplanes, tanks, zeppelins, giant warships, and poison ga…
Explore the fascinating life of felines in this picture-packed guide to wild cats across the world. Become an eyewitness to a range of cats across the world, from fearsome felines to pampered pets, this picture-led reference guide will take you on a visual tour of cats across the globe! Have you ever wondered why male lions have manes or how the stripes on a tiger's coat help it to hunt? …
Space is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. The Mysteries of the Universe is a stunning space encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they journey through the vastness of the Universe. From planets and asteroids to black holes and galaxies, every page of …
Delve into underwater cities, soar through the solar system, walk hand in hand with robots, and travel by starship to distant floating lands. Then realise that these wonderful stories, paired with real science, are things that could actually happen one day.
Conceived as an alternative to the 'bubble cars' popular in the 1950s, Alec Issigonis' revolutionary Mini established the pattern for the modern car with its front-wheel drive and transverse engine. This history of more than a century of evolution includes illustrated features exploring milestones in car design and engine development as well as profiling the great marques and presenting over 1,…
Covering everything from eagles to owls, this title is ideal for young readers. Activity panels give tips on further learning and a fun quiz at the back tests children on what they have read.
This book provides children with masses of knowledge in bite-sized, numbered facts so children read they can clearly chart their progress. A variety of key topics are covered, from electricity, space and machines to animals, plants and the human body. Cartoons, quizzes, fun facts and projects are scattered throughout.
It's not all planes, trains, and cars - see how you can travel to the top of a snowy mountain, pedal across water, and what you can drive on the Moon
Now breathe...and relax. This write-in activity book is all about taking a little time to breathe, focus and be calm, with the help of some friendly sloths. Try a spot of yoga, colour in soothing squiggles or go on a sense safari - take a quiet moment, just for you. With links to Usborne Quicklinks with specially selected websites for more relaxation activities.