Science & technology: general interest (Children's / Teenage)

  • Kay’s incredible inventions

    £8.99

    Full of funny findings and disgusting discoveries, you’ll uncover important inventions that changed the world and saved lives like electricity and the internet, and captivating creations that absolutely did not (but are still a lot of fun) like smell o vision and trampolines. An A to Z of the best, grosest and frankly most ridiculous inventions in the world.

  • Animal portraits

    £9.99

    This board book is full of bold, colourful, and appealing animal portraits, from mice to elephants, pandas to reindeer.

  • Izzy the inventor and the teeny tiny ogres

    £5.99

    Meet Izzy the inventor in a laugh-out-loud chapter book series that brings together science, magic and a very lovable unicorn. Packed full of illustrations and easy-to-read text, this series is perfect for newly independent readers. Izzy is perfecting her tickle machine for her INVENTION COMPETITION when she discovers teeny tiny ogres are on the loose in her local park – and it’s all her fault (she brought them back from Fairytale Land BY MISTAKE). Now Fairytale Land is in chaos! There are wolves chasing wizards and goblins tormenting the poor fairies. Izzy must find the ogres with the help of her trusty friend, Henry the Unicorn, and bring them back to Fairytale Land. Can Izzy and Henry catch the ogres? And will she be back in time for her INVENTION COMPETITION?

  • Everything you know about the human body is wrong!

    £14.99

    From breathtaking brain tricks to awesome undiscovered senses, discover how everything you think you know about the human body is actually untrue in this in-depth, ingenious book. With fascinating, friendly and easy-to-understand text written by award-winning science journalist Emma Young and amazingly detailed colour artwork on every page, this beautifully produced hardback gift book with an stunning tactile cover will impress readers of any age.

  • What it was like to be an ancient Maya

    £7.99

    Embark on a captivating exploration into the rise and fall of the rich and colourful Maya civilisation with Blue Peter Award-winning author David Long.

  • Minecraft tips, tricks and hacks

    £5.99

    Minecraft Tips, Tricks and Hacks is the ultimate guide to take your gameplay to the next level!

  • Rewild

    £7.99

    Join Ben Martynoga and Moose Allain for an inspiring look at how we can rewild life so that nature – and humankind – flourishes for a long time to come.

  • How a truck works

    £8.99

    Peep inside all kinds of trucks to find out how they work. Young children will enjoy helping the trucks to unload, carry out roadworks and even set up a circus! This interactive introduction develops kids’ practical understanding of these exciting vehicles – and will help them spot them while out and about.

  • Before the Seed: How Pollen Moves

    £12.99

    A vibrant and engaging fact-packed non-fiction picture book all about pollination from MIT Kids Press.We live in a world full of green all grown from seeds. But what happens before the seed? From bees and bats to beetles and hummingbirds, this lyrical non-fiction picture book introduces readers to the many creatures that aid in flower pollination, and shows us the sophisticated mechanisms flowering plants have developed in order to reproduce.Wild and wonderful artwork brings pollination to life, while fascinating and accessible sidebar explanations ensure teachers will love this book as much as curious kids. Back matter includes more information on flower anatomy, how to support local pollinators in the garden, and the dangers that global warming poses to pollinator species.

  • What you need to know about AI

    £9.99

    Written by AI expert and futurist, Brian David Johnson, you will learn what AI is, where it came from, and how it’s already being used in the world of sport, space, medicine, animals and more. You will discover AI’s amazing possibilities that might shape the future. And along the way, you’ll learn super cool facts, bust some myths, and gain a balanced and informed view on the biggest topic of our time.

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