(Paperback)

Children can put their flying skills to the test with this chunky pad of brightly patterned spaceships. Each tear-out, patterned paper sheet can be folded, origami-style, into a flying spacecraft by following the step-by-step instructions included.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

How could plastic-eating bacteria help reduce waste Can a river be given human rights How do woolly sweaters help penguins in peril Find the answers to these questions and more in this bold, graphic and exciting book, full of big, small and unexpected ways to save the planet.

(Hardback)

(Hardback)

Do fish wear pyjamas What's the sound of an iceberg melting How many sheep did it take to launch a Viking longship Which is faster - a tsunami or a bullet train Find the answers to these and many more questions in a book that explores the history, science, environment and art of our planet's seas and oceans.

(Hardback)

(Board book)

(Spiral bound)

A write-in book filled with a wide range of poetry writing activities, tips and advice to inspire a new generation of young poets. Aims to make poetry accessible and exciting for beginners.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

(Hardback)

Did you know that mammoths and pharaohs walked the earth at the same time Or that over 30 types of gladiators fought in ancient Rome This fascinating book is filled with 100 historical facts, bright, infographic-style illustrations, a glossary and index. There are also links to specially selected websites with video clips and more information.

(Hardback)

What are phantom islands How did the Black Death cause an ice age How could graffiti save endangered tortoises Find the answers to these questions and 97 more in this bold, graphic and exciting book, full of amazing things to know about Planet Earth.

Illustrations: Full colour throughout

(Board book)

It takes hundreds of people, dozens of machines and years of work to construct a skyscraper. Lift the flaps to see construction crews digging, drilling, heaving and hoisting as they build a new building at the heart of a city. Includes Usborne Quicklinks to specially selected websites where you can watch a demolition and fly over skyscrapers.

(Hardback)

Who were the Maya Where did they live Why did they build tall stone temples Beginner readers can discover the answers to these questions and lots of other fascinating facts about the Maya in this engaging information book. With simple text, detailed illustrations and stunning photographs, plus internet links to specially selected websites.

(Hardback)

This simple information book follows the history of Stone Age people and how they lived. Children can discover how they made clothes from animal skins and weapons and tools from stone, and find out about their cave art - some of which can still be seen today. Full of facts, illustrations and photographs of historical artefacts.