Children's / Teenage general interest: Science & technology: gen

Did you know that only 9.5% of the energy we use comes from renewable sources? Find out how dependent we are on fossil fuels. Learn about our energy and fuel through facts focused on percentages. Fossil fuel, renewable energy, carbon in the atmosphere are some of the topics covered in this exciti...

Discover the key words and terms from the world of maths. Find out what they mean and learn about some tricks, tips and games that will help you remember them forever. The key to success in any school subject is an understanding of the words used.

Discover the key words and terms from the world of science. Find out what they mean and learn about some tricks, tips and games that will help you remember them forever. The key to success in any school subject is an understanding of the words used. The 'Wise Words' series presents key vocabulary...

Did you know that only 10% of the Universe's galaxies can be seen by scientists, 90% still cannot be seen by today's telescopes? Find out about the objects zooming around the Solar System. Learn about space and time through facts focused on percentages. The Big Bang, the Milky Way, black holes, d...

Did you know that only 10% of the Universe's galaxies can be seen by scientists, and 90% still cannot be seen by today's telescopes? Find out about the objects zooming around the Solar System. The Big Bang, Milky Way, black holes and dark matter are some of the topics covered in this exciting new...

When was the webcam invented and why? Do imaginary numbers exist? What is fuzzy logic? Find the answers these questions about the amazing world of numbers, computers and coding, along with loads of other curious, amazing and mind-boggling facts, in this eye-catching book that is absolutely bursti...

How could plastic-eating bacteria help reduce waste? Can a river be given human rights? Could we generate all the power we need from the sun and the wind? How do woolly sweaters help penguins in peril? Would building a giant sunshade in space stop the world from overheating? Find the answers to t...

How do blind athletes tell between silver and gold medals? How did a Finnish architect accidentally invent skateboarding? Why do footballers wear logos on their kit? From equipment and engineering to amazing sporting achievements, find 100 incredible facts in this book, perfect for sharing with f...

Dip into this illustrated account of key inventions and discoveries, listed year by year, with intriguing facts about each invention and the person (or people) who invented it. From the prehistoric hunting tools our early ancestors used to the modern-day smartphones that connect the entire planet...

'101 Great Science Experiments' is bursting with fun experiments for you to try out at home, revealing the secrets of science through practical and exciting projects.