Alex Woolf is an author whose works delve into the realms of literary creation for young readers. His writing is distinguished by its insightful engagement with genre, weaving compelling narratives with science fiction elements and interactive formats that draw readers into the story. Woolf's approach to writing is characterized by his ability to captivate a young audience with original concepts and engaging storytelling. His shorter works have garnered critical acclaim, further underscoring his talent in the literary sphere.
Designed for young readers who have enjoyed the Who Was? series, this biography collection introduces influential figures who have significantly impacted history. Each book highlights the remarkable achievements and transformative contributions of these game changers, making history accessible and engaging for kids seeking to learn more about notable personalities and their legacies.
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This book charts the transformation of the political landscape of northern Britain between the eighth and the eleventh centuries. Central to this narrative is the mysterious disappearance of the Picts and their language and the sudden rise to prominence of the Gaelic-speaking Scots who would replace them as the rulers of the North.
Books with X-Ray Vision is an ingenious and innovative series where children can hold pages up to the light to see the insides of different animal species. Alongside these dazzling optical effects, the books also provide fascinating introductions, in bite-sized chunks of text, to the behavior, diet, and physical characteristics of different animals. Animal Armour looks at the protective carapaces used by some creatures to protect themselves and survive.
"From a young age, children are often fascinated by huge questions about morality, human nature, and the universe. This fascinating, beautifully illustrated book harnesses their natural curiosity, while providing them with all the tools that they need to make sense of these burning questions. It tackles some of the biggest questions in history from an accessible, child-friendly point of view. Each double-page spread takes on a different quandary, such as "What makes something true?" or "What am I here for?" and considers that issue from different points of view, with reference to how people have answered it throughout history. A wonderfully mind-expanding read for children aged 8+"--Publisher's description.
Accessible, informative, and suitable for the home or school, this book presents detailed information on the human body in a fun, playful way, with colour photographs and illustrations throughout.
Many dangerous diseases are carried by bacteria - tiny organisms that can get into the body and multiply inside it. Bacteria breed in unhygienic environments, but soap can be used to keep our surroundings and bodies clean and healthy, keeping bacteria at bay. This book tells the story of how soap was invented, and its impact on our quality of life. You Wouldn't Want to Live Without Soap! is part of a brand-new science and technology strand within the internationally acclaimed You Wouldn't Want to Be series, created and designed by David Salariya.
This book helps children to develop critical thinking and debating skills. It examines the topic of the internet and social media in a lively and accessible way. Information is presented to help readers deliberate, debate, and decide for themselves. This book looks at issues surrounding the use of the internet and social media, such as reliability of information, cyber-safety, and whether it is healthy to spend lots of time online.
Be inspired by the lives of trailblazers past and present in this fun and factual biography series! Find out how Stephen Hawking's ground-breaking research helped answer questions about the universe that had been puzzling scientists for centuries.
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