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The first drum was invented thousands of years ago. They have been part of our culture ever since to express how we feel and make music. But did you know they are also used in the military and can send messages? -
We use stage performances to bring stories to life. Do you know how to read a script, what the word ‘eyeball’ has to do with plays or who can act without saying a word? Break a leg and find out! -
Can you find magnets in the ground? Does anything grow in a magnetic field? And how do you make a magnet at home? Find out the answers, discover how magnets are made and get pulled in to the fascinating world of magnets! -
Everything in the world is made of stuff called matter. This means all living things, non-living things and even you are made of it. Find out what matter is and why it matters! -
Have you heard the saying, ‘What goes up, must come down’? Let’s look at the invisible force of gravity and how our lives wouldn’t be the same without it. -
Have you ever spotted a seed with legs? Of course not! But they still must travel away from their parent plant. Discover the clever ways that seeds glide, ride, float and even explode to travel far and wide. -
There are a lot of animals in the world. But is a duck like a crocodile because they both lay eggs? Bats and bees can fly, so are they the same? Let’s sort them out! -
How did we invent clothes? How do we have clothes of so many colours? And where in the world are clothes made? Find out about the amazing story of your clothes and where they come from. -
Tower Bridge can open up, Beipanjiang Bridge is higher than the Eiffel tower, and the Golden Gate Bridge is a movie star. Discover the different types and their uses in the fascinating world of bridges! -
Everything you use started off as someone’s idea. Some inventions changed the world. Some inventions were just silly. And some inventions haven’t been invented yet! Meet some great inventors, find out what they did and wonder if you might be next. -
Everyone has to follow rules. But why do we have rules? Who makes them? And what’s the difference between a rule and a law? Find the answer to these questions and discover some of the weirder laws from around the world. -
Imagine your favourite meal ... Whether it’s something sweet, savoury or spicy, the food on your plate has travelled a long way to get there! Let’s take a journey with our favourite foods to see how they get from the fields to your plate. -
Do you believe that help should always be shared equally? But what if someone needs less help than you? Or what if they need more help? Explore what it really means to treat people equally and be fair. -
Deserts are very dry places. Some are very hot. But did you know they can also be freezing cold and covered in ice? Find out about these amazing places, why they can be dangerous and what lives there. -
Humans have built roads and buildings where wild animals live. This can be dangerous for animals and us too! Discover what has been done to help crabs, monkeys, bears, turtles and even elephants travel safely. -
Most of our planet is covered in water, but we can only drink a tiny bit of it. So why can’t we drink seawater? And does that mean we have to make our own water or can we find it somewhere else? -
When you’re stood on a cliff, you might feel the power of the wind. Did you know we can use that power to make electricity? This book will blow you away! -
A friend is someone very important to us. But does this mean you need to agree on everything? And what happens if you argue? Let’s find out what being a good friend really means. -
All around the world we celebrate special days with light! Read this book to find out how lamps, lights and lanterns are used by people everywhere to celebrate festivals. -
Do you know how you get all the magic minerals and vital vitamins to keep you healthy and strong? All you need to do is eat the rainbow! -
Which animals live on the coldest continent on Earth? Where does the sun never set in summer? And where is it more icy than the inside of your freezer? Let’s go to the land of ice and snow! -
Can you guess the animals that live in the different layers of the rainforest? From the tallest trees high in the sky, to the dark forest floor below, find out which animals call the rainforest their home. -
Phone calls, emails and letters are all ways we communicate. But we can also use emojis to show how we feel to someone else! Turn back time and find out what people did before emojis even existed. -
Discover the fascinating world of castles! From towering fortresses to hidden dungeons – learn how kings, queens, and servants lived in these big and strong buildings. -
Millions of years ago, dinosaurs roamed the Earth. There are none left today so how do we know about them? From teeth and bones to leaves and shells, there are lots of clues all around us. These clues tell us about what the dinosaurs looked like and how they lived. -
Some very famous artists have made portraits of other people and even themselves. But what about if you take a selfie? And what about portraits of your pet? There might be more to portraits than you think! -
We can make music with instruments, our voices or with our bodies! But did you know you can make music with water?! Read on to find out about the magical world of music. -
Have you heard of the saying, ‘feeling blue’? Did you know that certain colours can make us feel a certain way? Come and take a look at the magical ways colour is used in our world. -
Fairy tales are full of magic, quests, heroes and villains. But what can they teach us about being good, kind and brave? Let’s find out more about the fantastic world of fairy tales. -
Do you know which artist said every painting starts with a dot? Do you know which artist is known as the princess of polka dots? Read this book to fi nd out about very special artists who use dots and spots in their art. -
The moon is like a giant picture. But how were the patterns made? Is there a person in the moon or could it be a rabbit? Maybe whoever left footprints on the moon can tell us if it is made from cheese! -
What’s your favourite ice cream flavour? Do you like chocolate, strawberry or vanilla? How about an ice cream that tastes like pizza? Find out how to make your own ice cream in this book and then you can add any flavour you like! -
Which tree in the forest can grow as tall as seven giraffes standing on top of each other? I’ll give you a clue… It’s got something to do with acorns. And this book will tell you all about them. -
What is a whiteout? How are thunderstorms made? And what happens in a dust storm? Find out how to prepare yourself for the world’s wildest weather. -
Amphibians are some of the most important animals in the world! But what makes them so special? Find out how these cold-blooded animals can help humans, can make poison and can grow new body parts. -
Mum and Grandmother want to buy Mia something really special for her birthday. But what is the best way of buying a gift? Should they go to a shop or buy something online? What do you think?
