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...

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...

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...

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!

Want your summer to be 100% awesome? Then check out this essential checklist guide, chock-full of ideas and activities to make summertime the time of your life. Check off each item for foolproof fun, including back garden movie nights, a DIY waterpark and more!

Understand tactics, improve your game, and outwit your opponents! Do you know your bishops from your knights? Or when castling is the best move? How about the best way to counter the Queen's Gambit? In 'Chess for Beginners' international master and renowned chess tutor Michael Basman shows you ev...

Discover what daily life is like for children across the world as we explore everything from food to family, and learn how to greet new friends in lots of different languages. See where it's polite to slurp your food and bad manners to give the thumbs up, and find out where you might travel to sc...

'The Children's Book of the Future' provides a diverse and multicultural approach that will appeal to children of all backgrounds. The exploration of future technology and some of the diverse visions explored include a plane ride on one of Saturn's moons, a journey to a faraway star that is light...

Make a difference to the local wildlife with the ideas and tips in this informative, hands-on book. Help the animals around you by creating a safe place where they can thrive. Activities will help you get up-close to nature in a safe and responsible manner, whether it's by studying minibeasts, po...