Chris Oxlade

The first title in a series of concertina fold-out books features more than one hundred iconic boats, bikes and other examples of creative excellence. The history of design is illuminated with a visually accessible timeline that can be read back to front, top to bottom and right to left. Brought to life by sought-after designer Mike Lemanski, this book is a stylish tribute to the outstanding things we use every day.

In warfare the battles grab most of our attention. But there is a secret history to every war; a hidden world of spies, double agents, assassins and saboteurs. Secret History: World War I explores how each side tried to keep secrets from the enemy, while at the same time trying to break their codes and disrupt their missions. From invisible ink and secret codes, to propaganda and battle tactics, this book covers all of the main ways each side tried to outwit the other - and win the war. Secret History is a series of books exploring the six major conflicts of the 20th century.

Infographics are simple and creative graphic representations of different numerical facts. This title features a variety of engaging infographics that teach readers all about the environment. Look through the pages to discover fascinating statistics about climate change, endangered animals, energy use, pollution and what you can do to help the environment.

Every time you turn on a faucet, ride a bike, or open a door, you're using a simple machine called a wheel and axle. This book uses clear text and practical, every-day examples to explain the physics behind the wheel and axle. Easy-to-read diagrams and large, vivid photographs aid understanding, and experiments encourage students to learn first-hand how this helpful simple machine works.

The word "screw" calls to mind the unassuming household connectors, but students will be interested to discover that there are many different kinds of screws, from large augers and mechanical drill presses to the lids of plastic jars With readable text and an emphasis on practical application, this book explores the many ways that we use screws every day. The text is supplemented with clear, easy-to-understand diagrams, and illustrative photographs, while straightforward experiments involving household items will excite curiosity about this helpful, yet often overlooked, device.

How many countries are in North America? Where do bald eagles live? What language is spoken in Mexico? This book answers these questions and more as it introduces young readers to the continent of North America through age-appropriate maps, engaging photographs, and simple text. Topics covered within the book include where the continent is, climate, geography, animals and plants, countries, people and languages, natural resources, cities, and famous places.

This title includes 300 step-by-step fun science experiments and history craft projects for home learning and school study. It introduces scientific principles through practical example - build a live ant colony in glass, grow plants from seeds, learn how ships float, why volcanoes erupt, and all about the world's tides. It aids better understanding of the past with creative model-making, costumes, crafts and authentic recipes to cook and eat - fashion an Indian sari, build a Native American canoe and bake Viking bread. Every project is shown step by step with easy-to-follow instructions, and with over 1700 fabulous photographs, diagrams and maps to inform and inspire. It will provide young scientists and historians aged 8 to 12 with hours of fun and creative learning. This extensive collection of projects and experiments covers an array of subjects, including the oceans, weather and earthquakes; plants, soil and insects; and transportation. It also explores the day-to-day lives of past civilizations, including how they built their homes, what they ate and what they wore. Learn about ancient inventions and technological advances, including a Sumerian coracle and a Greek shield. Re-create the arts, customs and entertainments of the past - everything from an Egyptian wall painting to a Viking lucky charm.

Discover what machines are, how they work, and how they have developed through history, in this fascinating fact file and learn-it-yourself project book. You can find out about levers, pulleys, wheels and axles, gears, hydraulics, wind power and much more. It includes 19 practical experiments - make a windmill, a hydraulic lifter and even a vacuum cleaner! Over 260 images include step-by-step photographs and explanatory illustrations. It is an accessible and lively introduction to machines, ideal for home or school use for 8- to 12-year-olds. From sophisticated computers to a simple pair of scissors, we are surrounded by machines. This engaging science book looks at the enormous variety of machines in our world and how they function. Fascinating hands-on projects, such as making your own gears and belt drives, a pulley, a block and tackle, a can crusher, a water wheel, and an Archimedean screw, will help you to fully understand the principles behind them. "Find Out About" is a series for young readers who would like to explore the exciting world of science. Each book covers a different topic, bringing the subject to life with vibrant photographs, detailed drawings and clear diagrams, making it really fun to learn. There are easy-to-do experiments using everyday objects and equipment so that young scientists can enjoy finding out all the fantastic facts for themselves.

Search and rescue dogs play a crucial part in helping people in danger. Find out how they are trained and what they can do to help the humans who are risking their lives to save others in this book by Chris Oxlade. Collins Big Cat Progress books are specifically designed for children at Key Stage 2 who have a Key Stage 1 reading level, giving them age-appropriate texts that they can read, building their confidence and fostering positive attitudes towards reading. Text type: An information bookCurriculum links: CitizenshipThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

Build your child’s reading confidence at home with books at the right level Every year, air-sea rescue teams rescue hundreds of people who have been in danger at sea – from capsized boats and illness to oil-rig explosions. Discover the equipment and skills needed to do their jobs in this fascinating non-fiction book by Chris Oxlade. Copper/Band 12 books provide more complex plots and longer chapters that develop reading stamina. Text type: An information book. Curriculum links: Geography, Citizenship: People who help us. This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

When the heat gets turned up in a conflict, support helicopter pilots are called upon to bring in additional troops and equipment or even provide battle support from the air. In modern warfare, the helicopter's agility and hovering ability have made it indispensible to the army, navy, air force, and marines for tactical support. This book describes the different missions support helicopter pilots undertake and the dangerous circumstances they must usually fly under.

This book looks at electricity examining what they are, the different types of batteries, and how we use them. The book considers a range of examples that will be familiar to young readers, and explains the scientific concepts behind batteries and electricity in clear, simple language.

Rocas metam rficas looks at how metamorphic rocks form, change, move, evolve, erode, and are recycled around the world.

A Scientist's Secret Scrapbook contains information about famous inventions and the science behind them. Packed with facts about how stuff works, this book provides a fresh and exciting insight into science and technology. White Wolves Non-fiction is a guided reading scheme which takes a high-interest approach to core geography, history and science topics. These books are ideal for classroom and topiclibraries, and for teaching non-fictionliteracy skills in a curriculum context.

Sedimentary Rocks looks at how sedimentary rocks form, change, move, evolve, erode, and are recycled around the world.

The world's greatest inventors share the secrets of their inventions. - Follow the inventing process step by step. - Read about the races to invent the lightbulb, telephone, and airplane. - Find out who invented the World Wide Web. You decide who was the greatest inventor of all time Teacher's guide available.

Heating experiments will show you how materials can change before your eyes. Read this title to discover what makes specific materials melt and why boiling water bubbles, among other chemical changes that occur through heat.

Rubber bands stretch when you pull them, but paper rips. Discover what properties of materials make them easier stretch, bend, or break in this title that explores how materials change shape.

The Who's Who in ...? series is an indispensable source of information and ideas to support the study of biography and key figures across the curriculum. Each title contains biographies for 50 people who have made their mark on history. Colourful and accessible entries describe famous lives and legacies, including timelines, quotes, photographs and reliable, internet-linked lists of resources to explore.