Interest age: from c 9 years

Which genius ideas and inventions began with the Vikings? What did they develop that we use to this day? Find out how the Vikings built their longships and set sail from their homeland, forging a path across the sea on raiding and trading expeditions. Discover their brilliant developments in navi...

The world we live in is complex and constantly changing. It's battered by weather, shaken by earthquakes, and mined, farmed and polluted by humans. This book helps readers understand these processes, make sense of our relationship with the planet, and find ways to change it for the better. Geogra...

What is geology? What do geologists do? What can rocks and mineral tell us about Earth's history? These are just a few questions that are answered here. Find out about the pioneering work of scientist through the ages, explore the tools and skills needed to be a geologists and discover how the wo...

Animals are so familiar but what makes an animal an animal? Produced in partnership with the Natural History Museum (NHM), this clever and clear explanation of animal classification puts your animals in order and explains why classifying animals is important. From whales to worms and snakes to st...

A quirky, colourful guide to the horrible, shocking and disgusting aspects of the science of life cycles and a fantastic way to inspire children in science learning, this book investigates the most disgusting and dreadful aspects of light. From zit-zapping rays and night-vision goggles to spooky ...

A feast of football facts, plus everything you need to know about action on the pitch and behind the scenes at the stadium. This book is a visual guide to the world's most popular game. From the rules of the game to the top tournaments - the information leaps right off the page! Learn about histo...

'Gods and Monsters' is a lavish album of discovery in which legendary creatures, battles and heroic deeds of mythology are brought to jaw-dropping life. Intricate illustrations of ancient treasures are paired with full-bleed awe-inspiring CGI scenes from classic myths - your chance to learn all a...

'Good News' is a positive, reassuring and anxiety-eliminating book designed to help children change the way they think about the world.

Grasslands are huge and important ecosystems. They cover around 40% of all of the land in the world. Find out about grasslands through the use of flowcharts in this fascinating book.

Discover the big ideas in conservation that have transformed the world around us. From the first national parks, through ambitious schemes such as tackling the ozone hole, and recent global movements such as the school strikes for climate, humans have made huge progress in their plans to protect ...