Interest age: from c 7 years

Why is blood red? Why are carrots orange? Who invented the lightbulb? Why is the world 'going green'? Is the sky really blue? And what is ultraviolet light? You'll discover the answers to these questions - and many more - in this incredible collection of scientific facts about colour.

Why is blood red? Why are carrots orange? Who invented the lightbulb? Why is the world 'going green'? Is the sky really blue? And what is ultraviolet light? You'll discover the answers to these questions - and many more - in this incredible collection of scientific facts about colour.

'Caring for Our Earth' takes an up-close look at our world, exploring essential geography topics such as recycling, pollution and animal habitats, alongside details of how every person can live more sustainably, and how children can support local wildlife. Along the way, readers will discover how...

Just like humans, cats can get bored. Did you know that they need a rich environment to stimulate their brains and natural behaviours? The right home setup not only keeps them safe, it can reduce stress and help them to live longer. Help your child to become not just a good pet owner, but the bes...

This series explores the world of some of children's favourite animals. It is packed with fascinating facts about record-breaking animals, rare breeds, pet history, and stories of famous pets from real life and fiction.

Charles Darwin's ideas about evolution caused both outrage and wonder, and quickly made him one of the most famous men in history. From his five-year voyage across the high seas to 20 years of research, follow Darwin on his adventure to prove a theory that would change the world.

This resource tells the story of Charles Darwin, a key scientific figure, covering his origins as the son of a wealthy doctor, his famous voyage on HMS Beagle, the development of his evolutionary theories, the publication of On the Origin of Species and his death and burial in Westminster Abbey. ...

This guide lets the young reader discover how Darwin changed our understanding of the human race - and our place within the animal kingdom - with his ground-breaking work, 'On the Origin of Species'. Divided into short yet comprehensive chapters, children will be able to learn about one of the mo...

From cupcakes to churros and paratha to pide, chews each ingredient in an interactive game and then see which recipes you can create. Perfect for beginner cooks to start their cooking adventure, with a maximum of six key ingredients for each recipe and clear and simple instructions, but also chal...

You've probably heard of Winston Churchill. He's the one who raised his fingers in a 'V' sign and smoked a massive cigar. But do you want to know more? Get to know the man behind the cigar in Winston's secret diary! Re-live events of the century in The Winston Weekly! Read how Winston led Britain...