Children's / Teenage: general interest

Although he didn't do very well at school, Charles Darwin was passionately curious about wildlife, humans, and plants. After a journey to South America, he developed his landmark theory: that all living things are related. Today, he is regarded as one of the most brilliant scientists who ever liv...

'Cash is Queen' explains in a tone that's relatable, fresh and fun, everything a young girl needs to know about saving, spending and stashing her cash, helping girls everywhere establish positive financial habits that will last a lifetime.

Say cheese! Good dental hygiene is an important way to stay healthy. With engaging text and colourful photos, readers learn good habits for heathy teeth. 'Care for Your Teeth' includes a glossary, read more section, kid-friendly internet sites and an index.

Rob Ives is a genius at engineering models that move, entertain, and give hours and hours of fun for everyone. Imagine making a top-secret spy spacecraft and scientific instruments to help you study outer space. Cosmic fans will love these books. All you need are some simple items and the step-by...

Did you know that flies can help us solve crimes? Spiders can be astronauts? Moths are the ultimate fashion designers? From making our food to keeping the planet clean and solving crimes, bugs come to our rescue every day. Often without us even realising! Discover the extraordinary things that bu...

Here is an illustrated non-fiction story about insects by bug expert Dr Jessica L. Ware, following bees, ants, dragonflies, and more over the course of one day.

Think food is the spice of life? Then check out this essential checklist of all things food, jampacked with ideas and activities to take your foodie fantasies to the next level. Check off each item for a full course of fun, like hosting a spicy food challenge, starting a family cookbook, and more!

A picture-book retelling of Charles Darwin's 'On the Origin of Species'; this accessible work brings evolution to the younger generation through stylish illustrations and a simple, easy-to-understand text. The Darwin family illustration in this edition has been updated to include Darwin's two chi...

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...

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. ...