Mike Goldsmith

One of the hardest questions that mathematics teachers have to answer is "Why?" Schoolroom sums are crucial in learning the awesome power of mathematics, but they are often a world away from how the knowledge is applied and where it came from. Inside Mathematics: Algebra to Calculus is there to fill that gap. To some the term algebra is a baffling torment that has no meaning; to others it is perhaps the most powerful tool in mathematics. The word algebra comes from the Arabic language because this unifying force of math arose in Baghdad 1,200 years ago. It takes the numbers out of calculations and and in so doing allows us to investigate mathematical ideas like never before. Thanks to a lazy morning spent in bed by Rene Descartes, algebra can turn lines, surfaces, and shapes of all kinds into equations. Isaac Newton used it quantify natural processes using an infinite number of tiny values to find the answers. He was very proud of "The Calculus" and it became the focus of the biggest dispute in scientific history. Inside Mathematics: Algebra to Calculus introduces the amazing people who figured out how equations work and how they can be used to investigate nature. Written to engage, entertain and enthuse young people, it show readers how ideas of long-dead geniuses ended up in their homework assignment: Algebra unlocks the laws of physics, such as Galileo's Law of Fall, which was the first hint at how gravity works-and how all motion can be measured and predicted. Calculus goes even further, by opening up math to the fluctuations of nature, from the actions of sound and heat to the motions of asteroids-and even warps in the fabric of space and time.

This Book Thinks You’re a Maths Genius explores seven key areas of maths: geometry, space and volume, statistics, numbers and number patterns, codes and ciphers and the concept of infinity. Each spread centres on an open-ended question that introduces a key mathematical concept and suggests activities that engage the child in a fun and entertaining way. Activities include predicting the trajectory of a Malteser; building loo roll skyscrapers; mind-reading magic tricks; devising your own spy code; and working out the physical correlations between your dad and Usain Bolt. The end of the book includes a section of paper-based crafts including the kit to make a cardboard football and a data log for family quirks.

Make science accessible with this essential series that will capture children’s imagination while laying the foundation for future learning. With age-appropriate language and an eye-catching design, Discover Science gives young readers the answers to fundamental questions about the human body, animals, planet Earth, the Solar System and much more.

Perfect for any child who wants to stay one step ahead of their classmates, this fantastic book is packed with informative titbits that will fascinate and enthrall young minds. I Wish I Knew That is full of interesting stuff that parents and grandparents used to learn at school that every child ought to know today. From classic books children should read, a quick grammar guide, an introduction to foreign languages, who that Pythagoras chap was, to a look at all the kings and queens, countries and their capitals, an introduction to classics and much more, it covers all subjects.

Discover 50 fascinating top-ten lists full of facts and trivia about outer space in this engaging nonfiction book This book contains fifty lists of the most extreme and unusual facts about the far reaches of outer space. From the closest galaxies, biggest black holes, and most dangerous planets to interesting stars, asteroids, and space missions, this pocket-sized book covers it all. Bursting with fun facts, locator maps, and vivid images, this book of top-ten lists will provide hours of entertainment for fact-hungry kids

Sound is integral to how we experience the world, in the form of noise as well as music. But what is sound? What is the physical basis of pitch and harmony? And how are sound waves exploited in musical instruments? In this Very Short Introduction Mike Goldsmith looks at the science of sound and explores sound in different contexts, covering the audible and inaudible, sound underground and underwater, accoustic and electric, and hearing in humans and animals. He also considers the problem of sound out of place - noise and its reduction. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

A collectible board book series with a non-fiction twist: toddlers have mini adventures and explore key first experiences. Whizz through the airport before opening the gatefold to reveal a plane taking off. Follow a family as they travel through the airport, checking in, going through security, taking off, landing, and locating their luggage. Detailed labels offer further information - perfect for parents to share with their inquisitive pre-school child. With simple text written by Dr Mike Goldsmith and consultancy by pilot James Macauley, this is a great way to introduce children aged 2 and up to air travel. Have you collected all of I Explore? I Explore the Airport; I Explore Digging for Dinosaurs; I Explore the Zoo; I Explore Under the Sea. Dr Mike Goldsmith was formerly Head of Acoustics at the UK's National Physical Laboratory. Since 1999 he has written over 40 science books for children and adults that have been published in more than 28 countries. Mike's books have been shortlisted twice for the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize. Mike lives in Twickenham, near London. There is lots more information about him and his work on his website. Kate Daubney lives by the sea in North Devon, England with her partner Roger and her scruffy sidekick, Taz the dog. After graduating with a degree in illustration, she has worked on numerous children's books, using both digital and traditional media to create her colourful and quirky illustrations. When she's not busy illustrating she loves nothing more than riding her bike or taking a walk across the local beach, where Taz the dog enjoys chasing the seagulls!

A collectible board book series with a non-fiction twist: toddlers have mini adventures and explore planet Earth. Little ones can join in the fossil-finding adventure in Digging for Dinosaurs and uncover a huge dinosaur fossil. Detailed labels offer further information - perfect for parents to share with their inquisitive pre-school child. Kids can learn how fossils are found and cleaned. A fun gatefold at the end of the book opens up to reveal the huge skeleton of a Diplodocus! With simple text written by Dr Mike Goldsmith and consultancy by Professor Michael Benton, this is a great way to introduce children aged 2 and up to dinosaurs and fossils. Have you collected all of I Explore? I Explore the Airport; I Explore Digging for Dinosaurs; I Explore the Zoo; I Explore Under the Sea. Dr Mike Goldsmith was formerly Head of Acoustics at the UK's National Physical Laboratory. Since 1999 he has written over 40 science books for children and adults that have been published in more than 28 countries. Mike's books have been shortlisted twice for the Royal Society Young People's Book Prize. Mike lives in Twickenham, near London. There is lots more information about him and his work on his website. Kate Daubney lives by the sea in North Devon, England with her partner Roger and her scruffy sidekick, Taz the dog. After graduating with a degree in illustration, she has worked on numerous children's books, using both digital and traditional media to create her colourful and quirky illustrations. When she's not busy illustrating she loves nothing more than riding her bike or taking a walk across the local beach, where Taz the dog enjoys chasing the seagulls!

Noise is a widely recognized problem and health concern in the modern world. Given the importance of managing noise levels and developing suitable 'soundscapes' in contexts such as industry, schools, or public spaces, this is an area of active research for acousticians. But noise, in the sense of dissonance, can also be used positively; composers have employed it from Baroque music to Rock feedback; medicine harnesses it to shatter kidney stones and treat cancer; and even the military uses it in (real and rumoured) weapons. Mike Goldsmith looks back at the long history of the battle between people and noise - a battle that has changed our lives and moulded our societies. He investigates how increasing noise levels relate to human progress, from the clatter of wheels on cobbles to the sound of heavy machinery; he explains how our scientific understanding of sound and hearing has developed; and he looks at noise in nature, including the remarkable ways in which some animals, such as shrimps, use noise as a weapon or to catch prey. He concludes by turning to the future, discussing the noise sources which are likely to dominate it and the ways in which new science and new ideas may change the way our future will sound.

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Noise is a widely recognized problem and health concern in the modern world. Given the importance of managing noise levels and developing suitable 'soundscapes' in contexts such as industry, schools, or public spaces, this is an area of active research for acousticians. But noise, in the sense of dissonance, can also be used positively; composers have employed it from Baroque music to Rock feedback; medicine harnesses it to shatter kidney stones and treat cancer; and even the military uses it in (real and rumoured) weapons. Mike Goldsmith looks back at the long history of the battle between people and noise - a battle that has changed our lives and moulded our societies. He investigates how increasing noise levels relate to human progress, from the clatter of wheels on cobbles to the sound of heavy machinery; he explains how our scientific understanding of sound and hearing has developed; and he looks at noise in nature, including the remarkable ways in which some animals, such as shrimps, use noise as a weapon or to catch prey. He concludes by turning to the future, discussing the noise sources which are likely to dominate it and the ways in which new science and new ideas may change the way our future will sound.

Caring for our Bodies is a great way for young readers to learn the importance of good hygiene. Each chapter explores how things like proper tooth care and grooming can help children stay happy and healthy.

Caring for our Bodies is a great way for young readers to learn the importance of good hygiene. Each chapter explores how things like proper tooth care and grooming can help children stay happy and healthy.