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Regarded as one of the most brilliant theoretical physicists since Einstein, Stephen Hawkins has also defied the odds and this book explores his whole journey from his shocking diagnosis at age 21, through his career at Cambridge, to his current work as an author. The Inspirational Lives series focuses on the people who inspire children today. Each book looks at the background, life and achievements of a personality, their impact on popular culture as well as detailing the everyday facets of their job and how they have gained such success.

Travel back to the time of the stone, bronze and iron ages! What was Britain like over 6000 years ago? Who lived on the island and what was it like? Explore these ancient civilisations to understand how prehistoric people have influenced the way we live today. Discover the artefacts that give evidence of their way of life.The Explore! series takes an all-round, hands-on approach to history, making the subject relevant to all area of curriculum learning - geography, art, literacy and numeracy. Each book features a diary entry, a fun craft-based activity, and a quiz.

Which genius ideas and inventions began with the ancient Egyptians? What did they develop that we use to this day? Find out how the ancient Egyptians built their temples and pyramids, irrigated and farmed their land, and took care of their people during life and after death. Discover their brilliant developments in farming, paper-making, time-keeping and medicine and how they have influenced the way we live today. The Genius Of series helps children aged 9 plus to explore the major discoveries, inventions, influence and legacies of key periods in history. Titles in the 8-book series look at the genius of: the ancient Egyptians, the ancient Greeks, the Anglo-Saxons, the Benin Kingdom, the Maya, the Romans, the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages and the Vikings.

Which genius ideas and inventions began in the Benin Kingdom? What did the people of the Benin Kingdom develop that we use to this day? Find out how a collection of separate villages and communities grew into a strong, united kingdom and developed a network of successful trading relationships. Discover the brilliant developments in town planning, language, art and medicine that have influenced the way we live today.The Genius Of series helps children aged 9 plus to explore the major discoveries, inventions, influence and legacies of key periods in history. Titles in the 8-book series look at the genius of: the ancient Egyptians, the ancient Greeks, the Anglo-Saxons, the Benin Kingdom, the Maya, the Romans, the Stone, Bronze and Iron Ages and the Vikings.

Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the Middle East, of great strategic importance as a bridge between Europe, Africa and Asia. Its influence also hinges on two other key factors: its wealth and its religion. This book considers the history of Saudi Arabia and its rulers and discusses what makes the country unique. It looks at how the present government is structured and at the role of the royal family, and asks what the key challenges are for Saudi Arabia today, both nationally and internationally.

Saudi Arabia is the largest country in the Middle East, of great strategic importance as a bridge between Europe, Africa and Asia. Its influence also hinges on two other key factors: its wealth and its religion. This book considers the history of Saudi Arabia and its rulers and discusses what makes the country unique. It looks at how the present government is structured and at the role of the royal family, and asks what the key challenges are for Saudi Arabia today, both nationally and internationally.

Classify the features of prehistoric creatures!This book transports children back in time to meet the massive sauropods! Discover how these heavy herbivores evolved strong legs, necks and tails to support their great weight and keep them balanced. Readers can find out about all the different sauropod species and how they survived in the prehistoric world. This is the must-have guide to giant dinosaurs for dino-mad kids aged 7 and over.Learn about classifying prehistoric creatures with the Dino-sorted! series. Get a close-up look at dinosaurs and other ancient beasts, with large colourful artwork, and discover the key features that they have in common.

Classify the features of flying prehistoric creatures!Take a trip back in time to meet the terrifying pterosaurs! Discover the different features of the early pterosaurs and the later pterodactyls. Find out how these unusual reptiles walked on land and took to the air, what they ate, how they hunted, and why they eventually died out.Learn about classifying prehistoric creatures with the Dino-sorted! series. Get a close-up look at dinosaurs and other ancient beasts, with large colourful artwork, and discover the key features that they have in common.

Classify the features of prehistoric creatures!Take a trip back in time to meet the giant reptiles that ruled the prehistoric seas! Get a closer look at the features of different groups, from the semiaquatic nothosaurs and the streamlined ichthyosaurs of the Triassic Period, to the ferocious plesiosaurs, pliosaurs and mosasaurs of the Jurassicand Cretaceous Periods.Learn about classifying prehistoric creatures with the Dino-sorted! series. Get a close-up look at dinosaurs and other ancient beasts, with large colourful artwork, and discover the key features that they have in common.

Classify the features of extraordinary prehistoric creatures!Take a trip back in time to meet the unusual Cerapoda! Discover the amazing features of this diverse group of dinosaurs, from horns to head crests, giant neck frills to thick domed skulls. Find out how they moved, fed, fought and survived in the prehistoric world.This is the must-have guide to extraordinary dinosaurs for dino-mad kids aged 7 and over.Learn about classifying prehistoric creatures with the Dino-sorted! series. Get a close-up look at dinosaurs and other ancient beasts, with large colourful artwork, and discover the key features that they have in common.

Classify the features of armoured prehistoric creatures!Take a trip back in time to meet the armoured thyreophora! Find out about the huge plates, fearsome spikes and deadly tail clubs that kept these dinosaurs well protected. Discover the different features of the stegosaur and ankylosaur groups, and learn how they survived in the prehistoric world. This is the must-have guide to armoured dinosaurs for dino-mad kids aged 7 and over.Learn about classifying prehistoric creatures with the Dino-sorted! series. Get a close-up look at dinosaurs and other ancient beasts, with large colourful artwork, and discover the key features that they have in common

Get outside and do some fun science experiments! From making a paint trap to identify different animals' footprints to hunting for minibeasts or watching tadpoles turn into frogs, these activities are fantastically fascinating!This book tells you all you need to know about animals, from their habitats to what they eat. Find out about the animal kingdom and how animals are classified. Look closely at minibeasts and their homes. Learn about awesome insects and plant a butterfly habitats. Read about nocturnal animals and amazing amphibians.This series is perfect for Outdoor Classroom Day, but can, of course, be used at any time of year! Being outdoors helps children focus, boosts creativity and imagination, and can simply be more fun! Learning outdoors creates lasting memories, helps build a greater awareness of the environment, provides more opportunities to think independently, and gets children feeling challenged and excited by learning.Suitable for the key stage one and key stage two science curriculum.

Get outside and do some fun science experiments! From making a pond to going on a minibeast hunt, these simple activities are quick and easy to do, using easily found equipment.This book tells you all you need to know about habitats. Find out about food chains, amazing adaptations, classification keys, as well as habitats such as ponds, rock pools. Learn how to become a habitat hero!This series is perfect for Outdoor Classroom Day, but can, of course, be used at any time of year! Being outdoors helps children focus, boosts creativity and imagination, and can simply be more fun! Learning outdoors creates lasting memories, helps build a greater awareness of the environment, provides more opportunities to think independently, and gets children feeling challenged and excited by learning.Suitable for the key stage one and key stage two science curriculum.

Get outside and do some fun science experiments! From making a rain guage to tracking clouds, making a sundial and catching snowflakes, these simple activities are quick and easy to do, using easily found equipment.This series is perfect for Outdoor Classroom Day, but can, of course, be used at any time of year! Being outdoors helps children focus, boosts creativity and imagination, and can simply be more fun! Learning outdoors creates lasting memories, helps build a greater awareness of the environment, provides more opportunities to think independently, and gets children feeling challenged and excited by learning.Suitable for the key stage one and key stage two primary science curriculum.

Get outside and do some fun science experiments! From making a raft and an ice sculpture to painting with water and testing materials, these simple activities are quick and easy to do, using easily found equipment.This book tells you all you need to know about forces.This series is perfect for Outdoor Classroom Day, but can, of course, be used at any time of year! Being outdoors helps children focus, boosts creativity and imagination, and can simply be more fun! Learning outdoors creates lasting memories, helps build a greater awareness of the environment, provides more opportunities to think independently, and gets children feeling challenged and excited by learning.Suitable for KS1 and KS2 primary science

Get outside and do some fun science experiments! From making a raft and an ice sculpture to painting with water and testing materials, these simple activities are quick and easy to do, using easily found equipment.This book tells you all you need to know about forces.This series is perfect for Outdoor Classroom Day, but can, of course, be used at any time of year! Being outdoors helps children focus, boosts creativity and imagination, and can simply be more fun! Learning outdoors creates lasting memories, helps build a greater awareness of the environment, provides more opportunities to think independently, and gets children feeling challenged and excited by learning.Suitable for KS1 and KS2 primary science

Use eye-grabbing diagrams to help you to discover the human body in glorious technicolour!With eye-grabbing diagrams and amazing facts, The Reproductive System takes a vibrant look at where we all come from. This colourful and fact-packed series provides an accessible look at the human body through bright and bold graphics. With spread-filling diagrams, a colour-blocking approach, and simple text and captions, The Bright and Bold Human Body presents the incredible scale and complexity of the human body in small, digestible chunks. As well as this, surprising statistics and close-up photos allow children ages 9+ to gain an insight into the wonders of our bright and bold bodies.