Written in British English, In Secrets of Light, you will find out where light comes from, why rainbows occur, and how cameras work.

As merry as the day is long.Mistaken identities, jealous relatives, lovers' quarrels and a happy ending... Discover the entertaining story at the heart of Much Ado About Nothing, one of Shakespeare's best-loved comedies.As well as the story, this audiobook contains information about the background to Much Ado About Nothing, its major themes, language, and Shakespeare's life during the time he was writing the play. Gossip, and its role in society in 16th century Eng...

An illustrated journey through the wonders of science - one object at a time.Perfect for children aged 7 and up, and ideal for nurturing a love of science and inspiring curiosity, Discover Science in 20 Objects is a boldy illustrated, accessible introduction to science through the lens of everyday and extraordinary objects.Each spread explores a single item - from a falling apple to a smartphone, a fossil to a satellite - revealing the fascinating ...

Extinction Planet offers young readers a clear, insightful look at Earth's wildlife extinction crisisIt is estimated that out of around eight million species on Earth, at least one million plant and animal species are threatened with extinction, and that the current rate of extinction is up to 100 times higher than in any previous mass extinction. And it's human activity that's largely responsible for this frightening decline.Extinction Planet take...

A funny, fresh comic-strip look at the incredible history of life on EarthTake a whirlwind comic strip trip through 4.5 billion fascinating years of evolution, discovering how life on Earth began and how it diversified, the weird and wonderful first animals, the age of the dinosaurs, the first humans and much, much more.A Comic Strip History of Evolution works as a timeline, combining information spreads with comic strip stories, and is sup...

A beautifully illustrated guide to the lore, legends and rituals of witches from around the worldDo you think of witches as grey-haired women wearing pointed hats and black cloaks while whizzing around on broomsticks? Well, they can be, but did you know that they can also have wings, be guardians of nature and sometimes even be male?The Witch Atlas includes:· Beautifully illustrated maps pinpointing the location of every wi...

Get lost in the diverse and beautiful world of plants and fungi - with more to explore than you ever imagined!A Whole World of Plants and Fungi presents the stunning breadth of plant and fungus varieties that fill the Earth. What is the difference between a plant and a fungus? What exactly is the purpose of a pine cone? Which plants can survive in the driest deserts, and which prefer the hot, humid tropics? This book has the answers and so many mo...

Recycled Planet explains to young readers how essential recycling is in today's worldRecycling is part of everyday life today. From food scraps to mobile phones, recycling gives many materials a new lease of life and prevents them from polluting our planet, as well as saving energy.Recycled Planet explores the world of recycling, looking at what we recycle, how it is collected and separated and what happens during the recycling process. It also loo...

The course of true love never did run smooth...A fairy king, his queen and their servants cause chaos and confusion between four young people in Ancient Greece... Listen on, through magic and mischief, to discover the hilarious story at the heart of A Midsummer Night's Dream, one of Shakespeare's best-loved plays.As well as the story, this audiobook contains information about the background to A Midsummer Night's Dream, its major themes, language, and Shakespeare's...

Here’s an animal lover’s one-stop source for in-depth information on humpback whales! What do they eat? How do they behave? Are they at risk? This book also includes loads of fun and fascinating facts about humpback whales, as well as maps, charts, and wonderful photographs of these fascinating creatures.

A positive look at neurodiversity in today's worldEveryone on our planet is unique. Our bodies and faces are all slightly different from one another and so are our minds and personalities. A lot of these differences exist because of how our brains work. People who experience and process the world around them a little differently are known as neurodivergent.Neurodiverse Planet offers a positive, accessible look at neurodiversity for readers aged 9 a...

Get lost in the varied and shimmering world of rocks and minerals - with more to explore than you ever imagined!A Whole World of Rocks and Minerals presents the stunning breadth of rock and mineral varieties that make up our Earth. How do crystals form? What make some stones precious? Why is carbon so multi-talented, and which type of rock contain most of the fossils we find? This book has the answers and so many more facts filling the beautifully illustra...