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  • Using Batteries

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Series series It's Electric!
    This book looks at batteries, examining what they are, the different types of batteries, and how we use them. The book considers a range of examples that will be familiar to young readers, and explains the scientific concepts behind batteries and electricity in clear, simple language. ... Read more

    $19.69 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Soil

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Series series Rock On!
    This book provides a simple and fun introduction to soil, discussing what soil is, how it is made and what we use it for. With the help of some Rock Solid! facts that provide cool examples, the book will show you how amazing soil can be: from making houses with mud bricks and how crops grow in volcanic soil to how tree roots can break up rock. ... Read more

    $19.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The History of Robots

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Series series The History of Technology
    Do you know that the first industrial robot started work in 1959? Now robots are in factories, in homes, laboratories, and the sky. Robots explore other planets as well as ocean depths. They also carry out jobs that are dangerous for humans. From the first robots of the 1950s to the drones and androids of the present day, this book charts the amazing history of robots. ... Read more

    $19.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The History of Telecommunications

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Series series The History of Technology
    Do you know that 200 years ago, the only way that one person could send a message to another person was by letter or messenger? It’s hard to imagine now, with our smartphones and computers at our fingertips. From the invention of the telegraph in the 1830s all the way through to the wearable technology of the present day, this book charts the incredible history of telecommunications. ... Read more

    $19.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Environment Infographics

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Series series Infographics
    Infographics are simple and creative graphic representations of different numerical facts. This title features a variety of engaging infographics that teach readers all about the environment. Look through the pages to discover fascinating statistics about climate change, endangered animals, energy use, pollution and what you can do to help the environment. ... Read more

    $19.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • World War I

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Series series Secret History
    World War I explores the secrets of World War I. As in all wars, each side needed to keep secrets from the enemy. At the same time, they tried to discover the enemy's secrets, using spies and code-breakers. ... Read more

    $15.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Inside Fighter Planes

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Series series Inside Military Machines
    Follow the powerful story of fighter aircraft—from the earliest six-winged inventions used during World War I right up to modern supersonic stealth fighters. Along the way, explore inside the cockpit of a Supermarine Spitfire, the engine of the jet-powered Messerschmitt Me 262, and the inner workings of the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning. From dogfight tricks to ejector seats, learn how fighter ... Read more

    $4.99 USD

  • Population Infographics

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Series series Infographics
    Infographics are simple and creative graphic representations of different numerical facts. This title features a variety of engaging infographics that teach readers all about world population. Look through the pages to discover fascinating statistics about the gender, history, religion, and density of the world’s population. ... Read more

    $19.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Moon

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Illustrated by Jeff Edwards ...
    Series series Astronaut Travel Guides
    What is the Moon like, and will we ever visit it again? Taking the form of an imaginary trip, this book explores the science and history of the Moon, looking at recent studies and possibilities for the future. ... Read more

    $23.99 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The History of Computers

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Series series The History of Technology
    Do you know that computers were only invented within the past 100 years? And that the smartphone was only recently invented, in the mid-1990s? Yet today, computers and other devices are everywhere in our lives--in classrooms, homes, and public places. From the first calculating machines made of cogs and wheels during the 1640s to virtual reality headsets such as Oculus Rift, this book charts the ... Read more

    $19.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Gadgets and Games

    Design and Engineering for STEM

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Series series Design and Engineering for STEM
    Did you know that all gadgets and games have a life cycle? That's what we call the stages from their design, manufacture, and sale to their use, maintenance, and disposal. This book explains what happens during these stages, such as prototyping, the sourcing of components, the production process, the decisions made by designers and engineers, and recycling. ... Read more

    $19.19 USD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Be an Adventurer

    by Chris Oxlade ...
    Illustrated by Eva Sassin ...
    Series series Go Wild
    Are you fascinated by wide open spaces and like NOT knowing where a path might lead? Breathe in that fresh air and discover how to...● cross a river without a boat● escape from quicksand● take shelter without a tent● build a dam...and lots more. Devised and tested by an expert in outdoor activities, these exciting projects help you find true adventure in the wild, using nature's resources—and your ... Read more

    $4.99 USD