Emma Young is an award-winning science and health journalist whose work delves into the intricacies of the human mind and behavior. With a strong academic foundation in psychology and two decades of experience with leading publications, she possesses a remarkable ability to translate complex scientific findings into compelling narratives. Her writing illuminates the fascinating aspects of psychology, making it accessible and engaging for a broad audience. Young's distinctive approach bridges the gap between scientific research and everyday understanding.
An illustrated edition of the bestselling book about our incredible anatomy
144 pages
6 hours of reading
Celebrated for its captivating narrative, this book engages young readers with a blend of excitement and intrigue. It features dynamic characters and a plot that keeps the momentum high, ensuring an enjoyable reading experience. Praised by the Guardian as one of the best children's books of 2023, it promises to spark interest and imagination, making it a delightful addition to any child's bookshelf.
'Accessible and fun ... truly a kind of genius!' Bill Bryson----Everything you thought you knew about your senses is wrong!How many senses do you have? I bet you said five. But you'd be wrong. You have THIRTY-TWO! This SENSE-ational human body book explores the thirty-two amazingly awesome, broccoli-hating, wee-sniffing senses that help you figure out the world around you. They tell you ...How some people can SMELL sickness,When you need to do a POO,And why words CAN actually hurt you!With bold and fun illustrations by John Devolle, this is the perfect book for kids that are curious about our bodies and how they work.
The 60 trees in this book are grouped by size to help children (and grown-ups)
identify them easily and quickly, with beautifully illustrated flowers, fruits
and berries to show you what they might look like at any time of the year.
'Delicious! Emma writes with such clarity and passion' NED PALMER 'Emma's expert take is brilliantly refreshing. What a triumph' HELEN MCGINN 'Fabulous, fun and factual' MELISSA HEMSLEY __________ Do you know your Brie from your Beaufort, your Reblochon from your Roquefort? Whatever your cheese expertise, this book is for you! With over 110 cheeses covered, using The Cheese Wheel, you can: - Discover the finest new cheeses from around the world - Master how to taste cheese and describe what you like/dislike - Find out the perfect drink to pair with your cheese - Design your own cheeseboard - And much more... With experience as a cheesemonger, cheese maker and cheese awards judge, Emma Young brings her comprehensive knowledge to the page in this innovative flavour-based guide to cheese. Each cheese profile includes fascinating notes on its origins, what drink it pairs best with, why you must try it, and other cheeses it complements for your next cheese board. So, whether you consider yourself a cheese connoisseur or are simply curious about the differences between a Cheddar, Comté and Caerphilly, this is an essential companion to have on your shelves. __________ 'The book on cheese we have been waiting for' REGULA YSEWIJN 'A fun and informative book' RACHEL KHOO 'An essential read for anyone who adores cheese' JAMES GOLDING
How do you sniff out danger? What is a sense of direction or a gut instinct? You know about your five senses: hearing, sight, smell, taste and touch. But recent research has shown that we actually have at least thirty-two. We take our senses for granted but what would be possible if we properly understood how they all work?Award-winning science writer Emma Young has spent over a decade finding out, and in Super Senses she takes us on an exhilarating sensory journey, revealing how we taste things without using our tongues, why swearing is good for us and why both chocolate and rollercoasters can help you fall in love.Using the very latest cutting-edge research, she explains the exploits of record-breaking freedivers, whirling dervishes, super-tasters, stock market millionaires, and many more. Discover how touch can ease pain, how taking your pulse can make you fitter and why Abba's Dancing Queen sounds different in Bolivia.Sharing surprising secrets from blind ballerinas, voodoo priests and even a nurse who can smell Parkinson's disease before it is diagnosed, Super Senses uncovers the science behind these abilities that make us human - and offers fascinating lessons in how we can all learn to use them better. Could being more sensitive make us happier, healthier - or even wealthier?
Mia's best friend Holly died when they were thirteen. But years later, Holly
still hasn't left her. In New York for the summer, Mia finds herself caught up
in an investigation of a property reputed to be haunted. What Mia learns about
the house and herself will change her life forever...
Eco-homes are houses that are environmentally friendly with features that reduce their carbon footprint - for example, by using solar panels to heat water and provide heating. Maybe this book will inspire you to live more sustainably and even build your own eco-home in the future! How to Build an Eco-Home is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding.Reading 6-7 years
From powering villages with clean energy, to cleaning up the oceans, eco-inventions are helping us to save the planet. In this book, children can discover how these inspirational inventions and the people that made them, have made a difference to the world. Eco-Inventions is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 6-7 years
