Defines key terms and concepts dealing with numbers and number facts, calculations, shape and space, measurements, and data.
"The Usborne illustrated science dictionary tells it straight and simple, explaining everything children and parents need in order to understand basic level science. This book will help to lay a firm foundation for confidence and success in science. Readers can dip in for quick explanations or work through by subject to build up knowledge step-by-step."-
A dictionary that includes pronounciations, definitions, part of speech, sample sentence, etymologies, synonyms, cross-reference and illustration.'
This book explores important events that have shaped our world. Find out how planet Earth formed, who ruled ancient Egypt, which NASA spacecraft flew past Mercury, and what is the fastest-selling book in history. Over 2000 key dates are accompanied by hundreds of illustrations, diagrams, and photographs.
A simple and lively alphabetical science dictionary ideal to use at home and at school.'
Over 300 words from add to zero simply and clearly explained. every word accompanied by colour picture. special topics at the back extend maths curriculum vocabulary further. use in the classroom and at home to help build first numeracy skills. '
Unravel the mystery of computer jargon with this thematic dictionary. Comprehensive coverage of ICT terms, concepts, and acronyms from spam to chips, contains hundreds of definitions, pronunciation guides, and usage tips.'
This book is full of hundreds of surprising questions and fascinating answers which can provide teasing quiz questions. Categorized in six subjects: History and events, the natural world, general knowledge, our world, the human body, science and space.'
Take a tour of the dinosaur world - ferocious carnivores, gigantic plant eaters, deadly pack hunters and tiny babies. Discover how other prehistoric creatures evolved, hunted and communicated. This book is crammed with vividly illustrated facts encompassing everything from the first signs of life on Earth through to our human ancestors.