Searching for the perfect present for wannabe know-it-alls? Who dream up infinite questions about the world around them? Whoever you're buying for this Christmas, read on for a selection of our favourite books for inquisitive kids, covering everything from Venus to Venus Fly Traps…
Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Life
Walk in the giant footsteps of a Tyrannosaurus
With glistening gold foil and metallic gold edges, you really can't go wrong with this awe-inspiring dinosaur anthology for the little paleontologist in your life. Showcasing more than 90 remarkable objects from the prehistoric world with stunning illustrations and photographs, this is one reading adventure you won't forget.
Cross moons, stars and galaxies in The Mysteries of the Universe
Are you ready to go an intergalatic adventure? Journey from Earth to the outer reaches of the Universe, encountering pecuilar planets, distant stars, and intricate galaxies, and discover the secrets behind more than 100 extraordinary celestial objects. The perfect gift for star watchers and space lovers.
Among the fallen leaves in a tropical rainforest, a stinking monstrous plant is stirring...
Underwater flowers, meat-eating leaves, seeds the size of footballs, trees with rainbow-coloured bark, and rare tulips costing more than a house! Come nose-to-nose with more than 100 weird and wonderful plants and marvel at the remarkable stories, secrets and science behind each species, told in the inspiring words of nature expert, Ben Hoare. A must have for outdoor explorers and nature lovers out there!
From our ocean's coral reefs to the peaks of our highest mountains, journey around the world with celebrated children's author, Jess French and learn about plastic pollution, extinction and nature conservation along the way. Packed with helpful and impactful tips and facts, this empowering and practical guide to looking after our planet and preserving nature's biodiversity is a must-have book for passionate young readers who want to make a difference.
Life began with Chaos. Chaos appeared with a massive yawn, and suddenly everything else came into being.
Set sail with Jason and the Argonauts, battle the Calydonian boar alongside Atalanta, and stand on Mount Olympus next to Zeus, king of the gods. This collection of more than 30 illustrated tales will take you on all kinds of adventures and introduce you to the mighty heroes and powerful gods of Ancient Greece. With striking illustrations by Katie Ponder and a stunning gold foiled cover, there's a reason this book is award-winning!
Meet the mighty gods, goddesses and pharaohs in Egyptian Myths
Delve into a world of monstrous creatures, magical spells, warring gods and mighty pharaohs and immerse yourself in the thrilling tales and fascinating facts of Ancient Egyptian mythology. Discover how Osiris became the first ever Egyptian mummy, meet Queen Serpot and her army of mighty women, and ride into the sky on the back of the heavenly cow, right back to when Ra fought daily battles to make the sun rise.
A celebration of all things science, from exploring the energy that powers the universe to the mind-blowing secrets of a cell to deconstructing the insides of a Formula 1 racing car, there's so much to discover within the pages of Knowledge Encyclopedia Science! So whether you're shopping for a budding young scientist or a kid with a thirst for knowledge, this jaw-dropping encyclopedia is the perfect introduction into the mind-blowing world of science.
Over 100 billion nerve cells exist in the human brain alone
Explore the human body like you've never known before with this ultimate kid's guide to what goes on under our skin. Like why blood is red, why tears taste salty, or what actually makes a body! Packed with facts, charts, infographics and ground-breaking CGI imagery, Knowledge Encyclopedia Human Body! is guaranteed to give you hours of peace and quiet.
The perfect book for kids who dream up infinite why's about the world around them.
Know a kid with a neverending list of mind-boggling questions? Like do dogs cry? Why don't jellyfish tentacles get tangled? Or, why is the sky blue? How do fish see at night? This fun and friendly science book answer 100 real-life questions from kids around the world on every aspect of science, from space to natural science, the human body and planet Earth.
Have you ever wondered how an airport organises the take-off and landings off thousands of planes a day? Or how a plane refuels mid-air? Discover the answers in How Everything Works
For curious minds of all ages, lose yourself in an extraordinary journey of discovery and knowledge as you uncover the inner workings of nerve cells, fridges, nuclear power stations, tropical forests, black holes, and just about everything in between.
