Could We Survive Without Seaweed?
It's a big question--could we survive without seaweed? This incredible underwater plant is truly the superhero of the ocean! Discover why phycologists study seaweed, from its vital role in providing food and habitat for marine life to its impact on ocean health. Seaweed is essential for our planet's well-being, and this captivating book invites young readers to explore its wonders and significance in the world around us. Discover . . . The magical kelp forests that provide homes for lots of ocean creatures How seaweed helps clean our waters and support marine life Why it's so important that we protect this underwater wonder . . . and so much moreBeautifully bound with stunning illustrations, The Big Questions Answered is a narrative nonfiction series and complete young science resource in one, with QR codes to download free teacher and parent resources and kids' packs. Start a lifelong interest in science--it can change the world!
Are Spider Webs Stronger Than Steel?
It's a big question--are spider webs stronger than steel? Spiders are remarkable creatures that hold many secrets about the natural world! Discover how arachnologists study these fascinating animals and learn about . . . How tiny spiders build unbreakable webs Clever spiders that shapeshift to hide from predators and seek out prey The surprising role of spiders in our ecosystems . . . and so much moreBeautifully bound with stunning illustrations, The Big Questions Answered is a narrative nonfiction series and complete young science resource in one, with QR codes to download free teacher and parent resources and kids' packs. Start a lifelong interest in science--it can change the world!
Can These Tiny Robots Change Our World?
It's a big question--are these tiny machines changing our world? Nanotechnology is an exciting field, where nanotechnologists are working on incredible tiny projects that could have gigantic impacts on our future. Discover . . . How nanobots are lending doctors a tiny helping hand in fighting disease The amazing ways that nanotechnology benefits us every day How these small machines are standing up to climate change . . . and so much moreBeautifully bound with stunning illustrations, The Big Questions Answered is a narrative nonfiction series and complete young science resource in one, with QR codes to download free teacher and parent resources and kids' packs. Start a lifelong interest in science--it can change the world!
Are Meteors the Fastest Things in Outer Space?
It's a big question--are meteors the fastest thing in outer space? Meteors are incredible space travelers, and meteoriticists are uncovering their mysteries to understand our universe. Discover . . . How meteors race through space at mind-blowing speeds The surprising things these fiery rocks can reveal about our solar system The ways meteors have shaped life on earth . . . and so much more Beautifully bound with stunning illustrations, The Big Questions Answered is a narrative nonfiction series and complete young science resource in one, with QR codes to download free teacher and parent resources and kids' packs. Start a lifelong interest in science--it can change the world!
The Mighty Mechanics' Book of Space
Get ready for an exciting new journey into space! This book takes young readers on an adventure beyond Earth to discover the incredible machines that make space travel possible. Join our friendly mechanics as they explore the fascinating world of rockets, spacecraft, and satellites! Learn how these amazing machines blast off into the sky, the technology behind the fastest spacecraft ever built, and what makes them work. Get ready to uncover . . . How rockets lift off and defy gravity The science behind building a spacecraft What astronauts experience in space The incredible satellites orbiting our planet Packed with striking photographs, colorful graphics, and cutting-edge, fun facts, this book sparks curiosity about the machinery that helps us explore the universe. Perfect for young explorers, it encourages a love of science and engineering. Buckle up for a fantastic ride!
Lonely Planet Kids the Bugs Book
Explore the incredible world of bugs in this latest addition to Lonely Planet Kids' The Fact Book series. From giant millipedes to deadly spiders; jewel-like beetles to jungle leaf-insects; come and take a mini safari across the continents to uncover the incredible array of insects, arachnids and myriapods that roam our planet. If it crawls, scuttles, flutters or stings, you'll find it in The Bugs Book.Inside The Bugs Book: Travel across six bug-tastic continents - North America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Oceania - and learn about the few bugs found in Antarctica!Discover fact-packed bug profiles with fascinating size, habitat and diet stats to wow your friendsFeatures stunning macro photography so you can see each of the insects up closeDetailed illustrations by Daniel Limon bring these amazing minibeasts to life - Daniel has created artwork for numerous nature and animal books including Lonely Planet Kids' The Ocean Book and Ocean Animal AtlasWritten by Nancy Dickmann, author of Lonely Planet Kids' Amazing Night Sky Atlas, Amazing Ancient History Atlas, and The Rocks BookContents include: North America - Hickory Horned Devil; Black Widow; Monarch Butterfly. South America - Goliath Birdeater Tarantula; Fire Ant; Giant Water Bug. Europe - Hummingbird Hawkmoth; Cuckoo Wasp; Western Honeybee. Africa - Deathstalker Scorpion; Rainbow Shield Bug; Desert Locust. Asia - Giant Stick Insect; Orchid Mantis; Atlas Moth. Oceania - Smurf Bug; Termite; Gumleaf Skelotonizer; and more Learn all about the minibeasts we share our planet with in this awesome study of creepy-crawlies. This is the perfect gift for curious kids who are fascinated by all things bugs!
Lonely Planet Kids Atlas of Horses and Ponies
Take a wild ride into the world of horses and ponies with this awesome atlas of more than 100 incredible breeds from across the continents!Packed with gorgeous illustrations, marvellous maps and fascinating facts, discover a huge selection of horses and ponies from South America's Peruvian Paso to Asia's Orlov Trotter and Europe's Swedish Warmblood. Learn about each horse's country of origin, physical characteristics and personality traits, and saddle-up for the ultimate horse and pony adventure.Inside Atlas of Horses and Ponies: Over 100 awesome breeds from North and South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, Australia and New ZealandLarge maps of each continent show where each horse and pony originates fromAtlas of a horse provides readers with a basic geography of their body from their coat to their tailLearn about a horse's amazing super senses plus discover how to talk horseFun-packed profiles give details on each horse's personality traits, characteristics and unique skillsSpecial themed features on: Super Senses, Caring for Horses, Foals, Donkeys and Mules, Working Horses, Mythical Horses, Horse Sports, Wild Horses, War Horses, and Record-Breaking HorsesFrom the author of Lonely Planet Kids' bestselling Atlas of Dogs and Atlas of Cats: Frances EvansFeaturing beautiful and lively illustrations throughout by Adrienne Green Hot on the hooves of Atlas of Dogs and Atlas of Cats comes this entertaining follow-up for curious readers. Lonely Planet Kids' Atlas of Horses and Ponies is a must-read for equestrian-loving children everywhere!
Lonely Planet Kids My First Lift-The-Flap Dinosaur Atlas
Discover the ROARSOME world of dinosaurs with this beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap book for dino-mad kids!Take a hands-on tour through the amazing world of dinosaurs and learn about where they lived, what they ate and how they spent their days. From the terrifying T-rex to the long-necked diplodocus, you'll find some of the biggest, mightiest and deadliest dinos inside the pages of this book - with exciting lift-the-flaps that reveal extra secrets and surprises!Inside My First Lift-The-Flap Dinosaur Atlas: Over 50 interactive flaps to lift, all hiding amazing extra facts and dinotastic-detailsFascinating introduction to the world of dinosaurs that explores these incredible creatures across the continentsBeautiful visuals on every page with illustrations by Teresa Bellon, best known for illustrating Lonely Planet Kids' My First Lift-the-Flap World Atlas, as well as several Usborne and Pan Macmillan children's booksWritten by Kate Baker, author of many Lonely Planet Kids' books including A Place Called Home, A Time to Celebrate, Seek and Find Cities, and Happiness Around the WorldContents feature: The World of Dinosaurs; North America; South America; Europe; Africa; Asia; Oceania; Antarctica Explore the world of dinosaurs through the eyes of an early reader with this fun and entertaining follow-up to My First Lift-the-Flap World Atlas. This is the perfect reading gift for dino-mad children everywhere!
The Element in the Room
SHORTLISTED FOR THE BLUE PETER BOOK AWARDS 2019 - BEST BOOK WITH FACTS SHORTLISTED FOR THE ROYAL SOCIETY YOUNG PEOPLE'S BOOK PRIZE 2019. LONGLISTED FOR THE UKLA BOOK AWARDS 2020 Did you know that without the 'lead' in your pencil, there would be no life on Earth? Just about everything in the universe is made from only 92 elements - and from aluminium to zinc, many of them are hiding in your very own home! Packed with Lauren Humphrey's quirky illustrations and written by the multi-talented Mike Barfield, this unique introduction to the elements in the periodic table will excite all young readers as they help Sherlock Ohms solve the mystery of how absolutely everything came to exist!
Sheep
The world is full of marvels. Our comic-inspired beginning reader series explores diverse topics from farm animals to rescue vehicles, in Spanish as well as English. Newly fluent readers will delight in up-close images and easy-to-read text while chuckling at the humorous speech bubbles. Labeled image guides and glossaries provide an engaging first experience with nonfiction. Explore the world of sheep with this engaging life science book for beginning readers. Aided by eye-catching animal photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about the appearance, diet, social habits, and farm habitat of these playful, wooly herbivores. A labeled image guide reinforces visual learning. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Kangaroos
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world. Kangaroos are known for their bouncing feet and stomach pouches, but there is much more to discover about this beloved animal. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of these marvelous mammals from Down Under. Also featured are species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by sidebars, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, and an index.
Orcas
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world. Orcas are known as top predators of the sea, but there is much more to discover about this beloved animal. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of these killer whales. Also featured are species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by sidebars, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, and an index.
Pigs
The world is full of marvels. Our comic-inspired beginning reader series explores diverse topics from farm animals to rescue vehicles, in Spanish as well as English. Newly fluent readers will delight in up-close images and easy-to-read text while chuckling at the humorous speech bubbles. Labeled image guides and glossaries provide an engaging first experience with nonfiction. Explore the world of pigs with this engaging life science book for beginning readers. Aided by eye-catching animal photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about the appearance, diet, social habits, and farm habitat of these mud-loving mammals. A labeled image guide reinforces visual learning. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Weird But True! Know-It-All: Weather & Natural Disasters
From towering twisters and bone-chilling blizzards to pillowy white clouds and warm gentle breezes, this book plunges into Earth's wild and wondrous weather--and includes loads of weird but true facts! What's the difference between a hurricane, cyclone, and typhoon? What really makes all those magnificent colors of the rainbow? How can one side of a mountain be bone dry and the other lush with life? This latest installment in the hit Weird But True! Know-It-All series uncovers the mysteries of our planet's weather and how it impacts our daily life, from simple things like what to wear to how to avoid deadly disasters. Ride along with intrepid storm chasers, see why lightning forms over volcanoes, pick up brr-illiant facts about Earth's coldest places, and marvel over incredible survival stories, including one about a man who was carried more than 1,300 feet through the air by a terrifying tornado--and lived to tell the tale. Plus, find out what high-tech gadgets and cutting-edge techniques scientists are using today to help predict the weather better in the future--and potentially save lives. Jam-packed with photos, illustrations, and loads of surprising facts and stats, the Weird But True! Know-It-All series is the anything-but-boring way to boost your brain! Complete your collection with: Weird But True! Know-It-All Ancient Egypt Weird But True! Know-It-All Greek Mythology Weird But True! Know-It-All Middle Ages Weird But True! Know-It-All Rocks and Minerals Weird But True! Know-It-All U.S. Government Weird But True! Know-It-All U.S. Presidents
Snow Leopards
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world. Snow leopards are known for their spots and ability to camouflage, but there is much more to discover about this beloved animal. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of these mountain-dwelling big cats. Also featured are species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by sidebars, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, and an index.
Brown Bears
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world. Brown bears are known as top predators of the forest, but there is much more to discover about this beloved animal. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of these powerful, hibernating grizzly bears. Also featured are species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by sidebars, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, and an index.
Eagles
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world. Eagles are known for their piercing eyes and daring swoops, but there is much more to discover about this beloved animal. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of these birds of prey. Also featured are species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by sidebars, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, and an index.
Flamingos
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world. Flamingos are known for their long legs and pink feathers, but there is much more to discover about this beloved animal. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of these majestic, colorful birds. Also featured are species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by sidebars, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, and an index.
Monkeys
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world. Monkeys are known for swinging from trees and making loud noises, but there is much more to discover about this beloved animal. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of these fun-loving primates. Also featured are species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by sidebars, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, and an index.
Pandas
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world. Pandas are known for eating bamboo and rolling around the forest, but there is much more to discover about this beloved animal. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of these bamboo-loving bears. Also featured are species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by sidebars, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, and an index.
Polar Bears
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world. Polar bears are known for their white fur and ferocious roars, but there is much more to discover about this beloved animal. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of these powerful Arctic predators. Also featured are species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by sidebars, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, and an index.
Tigers
Wild animals are mysterious and even scary, but they are also fascinating creatures. Designed for readers age 12 and up, this nonfiction life science series provides an in-depth exploration of different mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and fish that inhabit the planet. Each book details the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of the featured animal, giving readers a greater appreciation for wildlife and the natural world. Tigers are known for their stripes and superior hunting abilities, but there is much more to discover about this beloved animal. This high-school nonfiction title gives readers an in-depth look at the life cycle, diet, anatomy, and habitat of these ferocious big cats. Also featured are species conservation efforts and the animal's relationship with humans throughout history. Captivating photos and intriguing facts are accompanied by sidebars, a glossary, selected bibliography, websites, and an index.
Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest for Kids
For the next generation of wildflower hunters, this fun and fact-filled guide helps children learn about and love the region's most common blooms. Featuring over 50 wildflower species commonly spotted in the Pacific Northwest, this dynamic and engaging guide is targeted toward readers between 8-12 years old. Brimming with accessible science and keys to identifying each flower, it also highlights the interesting, unusual, and entertaining facts about wildflowers and their pollinators that kids love. Written and designed by teachers for kids, this is the perfect tool for the classroom and the perfect companion on the trail. Likely a young reader's first field guide, Wildflowers of the Pacific Northwest for Kids will spark a young person's interest in wildflowers and the wider world around them.
Birds of the Pacific Northwest for Kids
For the next generation of Pacific Northwest birders, this fun and fact-filled guide helps young readers learn about and love the region's most common species. Featuring over 100 bird species commonly spotted in the Pacific Northwest, this dynamic and engaging guide is targeted toward readers between 8-12 years old. Brimming with accessible science and keys to identifying birds, it also highlights the interesting, unusual, and entertaining facts about birds that kids love. Written and designed by teachers for kids, this is the perfect tool for the classroom and the perfect companion on the trail. Likely a young reader's first field guide, Birds of the Pacific Northwest for Kids will spark a young person's interest in birds and birding.
Cows
The world is full of marvels. Our comic-inspired beginning reader series explores diverse topics from farm animals to rescue vehicles, in Spanish as well as English. Newly fluent readers will delight in up-close images and easy-to-read text while chuckling at the humorous speech bubbles. Labeled image guides and glossaries provide an engaging first experience with nonfiction. Explore the world of cows with this engaging life science book for beginning readers. Aided by eye-catching animal photographs, fun facts, and comic-inspired speech bubbles and humor, kids will learn about the appearance, diet, social habits, and farm habitat of these grass-loving grazers. A labeled image guide reinforces visual learning. Includes a glossary, index, and recommended books and websites.
Whale
Animal life cycle books have nearly universal appeal--especially when the spotlight is on wild animals. Tailored to middle-grade readers, this series delivers tons of wildlife facts as well as a narrative feature about a single family, interspersed throughout the informational text, to attract fans of classic nature shows. Each title underscores conservation, listing where to see the species in captivity and the wild. Submerge yourself in the wild world of the whale with this middle-grade title from the Spotlight on Nature series. Perfect for wildlife lovers eager to uncover more about their favorite ocean animal's life cycle, the book weaves an enchanting narrative about a single whale family, reminiscent of classic nature shows, into the informational text. It includes captivating photographs, infographics, a timeline of developmental milestones, and features such as a glossary, index, and resources for further learning. To underscore conservation, it also includes a listing of where to see the marine mammals in captivity and the wild.
Snow Leopard
Animal life cycle books have nearly universal appeal--especially when the spotlight is on wild animals. Tailored to middle-grade readers, this series delivers tons of wildlife facts as well as a narrative feature about a single family, interspersed throughout the informational text, to attract fans of classic nature shows. Each title underscores conservation, listing where to see the species in captivity and the wild. Crouch inside the wild world of the snow leopard with this middle-grade title from the Spotlight on Nature series. Perfect for wildlife lovers eager to uncover more about their favorite animal's life cycle, the book weaves an enchanting narrative about a single big cat family, reminiscent of classic nature shows, into the informational text. It includes captivating photographs, infographics, a timeline of developmental milestones, and features such as a glossary, index, and resources for further learning. To underscore conservation, it also includes a listing of where to see the mammals in captivity and the wild.
Sea Lion
Animal life cycle books have nearly universal appeal--especially when the spotlight is on wild animals. Tailored to middle-grade readers, this series delivers tons of wildlife facts as well as a narrative feature about a single family, interspersed throughout the informational text, to attract fans of classic nature shows. Each title underscores conservation, listing where to see the species in captivity and the wild. Paddle into the wild world of the sea lion with this middle-grade title from the Spotlight on Nature series. Perfect for wildlife lovers eager to uncover more about their favorite ocean animal's life cycle, the book weaves an enchanting narrative about a single sea lion family, reminiscent of classic nature shows, into the informational text. It includes captivating photographs, infographics, a timeline of developmental milestones, and features such as a glossary, index, and resources for further learning. To underscore conservation, it also includes a listing of where to see the marine mammals in captivity and the wild.
Manatee
Animal life cycle books have nearly universal appeal--especially when the spotlight is on wild animals. Tailored to middle-grade readers, this series delivers tons of wildlife facts as well as a narrative feature about a single family, interspersed throughout the informational text, to attract fans of classic nature shows. Each title underscores conservation, listing where to see the species in captivity and the wild. Barrel-roll into the wild world of the manatee with this middle-grade title from the Spotlight on Nature series. Perfect for wildlife lovers eager to uncover more about their favorite ocean animal's life cycle, the book weaves an enchanting narrative about a single "sea cow" family, reminiscent of classic nature shows, into the informational text. It includes captivating photographs, infographics, a timeline of developmental milestones, and features such as a glossary, index, and resources for further learning. To underscore conservation, it also includes a listing of where to see the marine mammals in captivity and the wild.
Komodo Dragon
Animal life cycle books have nearly universal appeal--especially when the spotlight is on wild animals. Tailored to middle-grade readers, this series delivers tons of wildlife facts as well as a narrative feature about a single family, interspersed throughout the informational text, to attract fans of classic nature shows. Each title underscores conservation, listing where to see the species in captivity and the wild. Saunter into the wild world of the Komodo dragon with this middle-grade title from the Spotlight on Nature series. Perfect for wildlife lovers eager to uncover more about their favorite animal's life cycle, the book weaves an enchanting narrative about a single monitor lizard family, reminiscent of classic nature shows, into the informational text. It includes captivating photographs, infographics, a timeline of developmental milestones, and features such as a glossary, index, and resources for further learning. To underscore conservation, it also includes a listing of where to see the large reptiles in captivity and the wild.
