Angela Royston

Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about terrific teeth and hair and how to keep them healthy

What is hair made of? And how is its growth controlled? What are the best ways to care for teeth? And why do we lose them? These questions are more are answered in this engaging book about teeth and hair An obvious part of the human body, these elements have to do with several body systems, including the skeletal, and have a big impact on our lives. In this volume, readers take a close look and teeth and hair through accessible science and health information, all of which is complemented by simple diagrams.

Most kids can name the five senses: smell, sight, touch, hearing, and taste. But do they know how they work? Or what body systems are engaged in taking in and movement of sensing information? This book guides readers through the journey a sensation takes through the body, emphasizing the importance of the nervous system. The main parts of the system are covered in age-appropriate detail and complemented by simple diagrams. "Try This " boxes engage readers further with the content they are reading through simple activities or questions.

Without bones, the human body couldn't stand on its own. Without muscles, we couldn't move These important systems are highlighted together in this book, similar to how they work together in the body. Readers take a tour of the skeletal and muscular systems, complete with simple diagrams, as they learn what each part does. In addition, they learn how to care for these systems and why it is important to overall health. Including what foods to fuel growth and keep bones strong to joyful movement, this book is a great companion to any physical education, health, or science classroom learning.

Without bones, the human body couldn't stand on its own. Without muscles, we couldn't move These important systems are highlighted together in this book, similar to how they work together in the body. Readers take a tour of the skeletal and muscular systems, complete with simple diagrams, as they learn what each part does. In addition, they learn how to care for these systems and why it is important to overall health. Including what foods to fuel growth and keep bones strong to joyful movement, this book is a great companion to any physical education, health, or science classroom learning.

What is hair made of? And how is its growth controlled? What are the best ways to care for teeth? And why do we lose them? These questions are more are answered in this engaging book about teeth and hair An obvious part of the human body, these elements have to do with several body systems, including the skeletal, and have a big impact on our lives. In this volume, readers take a close look and teeth and hair through accessible science and health information, all of which is complemented by simple diagrams.

Most kids can name the five senses: smell, sight, touch, hearing, and taste. But do they know how they work? Or what body systems are engaged in taking in and movement of sensing information? This book guides readers through the journey a sensation takes through the body, emphasizing the importance of the nervous system. The main parts of the system are covered in age-appropriate detail and complemented by simple diagrams. "Try This " boxes engage readers further with the content they are reading through simple activities or questions.

Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about the weird and wonderful bones and muscles that keep you healthy and make you unique

For the student who needs a hand getting their homework, project, or dream started, this fun, friendly, and easy-to-follow guide is full of tips, tricks, and strategies. Readers will be top of the class with this essential skill-building book that explains how to manage time, plan, and more.Study skills are life skills, but sometimes they're hard to pick up in the classroom. From explaining how to write, listen, plan, and research through how to give a speech and manage a social network, this funny, irreverent, and helpful series will guide every student through. Broken into digestible tips and tricks, the instructional text guides and supports students to encourage independent learning, and isn't overwhelming or intimidating. Students can get skilled for life with these awesome study guides.

Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about the five spectacular senses that help you to enjoy and understand the world around you.In Senses, discover how the brain processes taste, smell, sight, sound and touch to help you interact with the world around you. Learn how your eyes create an image, what makes your tastebuds tingle , and how some people find different ways to communicate without one of their senses. Bright cartoons and clear anatomical illustrations will engage readers. Part of a series for children aged 7 plus. It also places emphasis on leading a healthy lifestyle to encourage good mental and physical wellbeing with 'Try this' activity boxes to get children up and moving, out of the book and into their body.

Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about terrific teeth and hair and how to keep them healthyIn Teeth and Hair, find out what your teeth are made of and how to keep them sparkling clean. Learn what makes hair curly or straight, why a visit to the hairdressers offers more benefits than just a new look, and how to treat pesky headlice!Bright cartoons and clear anatomical illustrations will engage readers. Part of a series for children aged 7 plus. It also places emphasis on leading a healthy lifestyle to encourage good mental and physical wellbeing with 'Try this' activity boxes to get children up and moving, out of the book and into their body.

Packed with nutrition facts and healthy hints - find out why healthy kids choose to eat well

Take a look inside your incredible body and learn about the weird and wonderful bones and muscles that keep you healthy and make you unique.In Bones and Muscles, find out about your sturdy skeleton and strong muscles that support your body and keep you moving. Learn about the clever joints helping you to bend and twist, the truly amazing healing process, when you break a bone, and how humans and apes share a special thumb ability.Bright cartoons and clear anatomical illustrations will engage readers. The series also places emphasis on leading a healthy lifestyle to encourage good mental and physical wellbeing with 'Try this' activity boxes to get children up and moving, out of the book and into their body. Perfect for readers aged 7+

For the student who needs a hand getting their homework, project, or dream started, this fun, friendly, and easy-to-follow guide is full of tips, tricks, and strategies. Readers will be top of the class with this essential skill-building book that explains how to manage time, plan, and more.Study skills are life skills, but sometimes they're hard to pick up in the classroom. From explaining how to write, listen, plan, and research through how to give a speech and manage a social network, this funny, irreverent, and helpful series will guide every student through. Broken into digestible tips and tricks, the instructional text guides and supports students to encourage independent learning, and isn't overwhelming or intimidating. Students can get skilled for life with these awesome study guides.

Gorillas are magnificent creatures of the forest and are loved by many people. So why are they under threat of extinction? Find out all about gorillas, the threats that they face, what is being done to try and save them and how you can help to answer their SOS call.

Mary Queen of Scots is perhaps the most romantic and tragic figure in British history. Was her tragic life a product of bad luck, bad advice, or ambition? Destined to marry the Dauphin of France and reign as his queen, his early death changed Mary's life. As claimant then in France, England and Scotland, there are many mysteries and unanswered questions in the tragedies that befell her. This fascinating book looks at Mary Queen of Scot's life and death. Angela Royston examines Mary's early life as the Infant Queen before her childhood in France, moving onto her time in Scotland and her scandalous marriage to Lord Darnley, and Mary's imprisonment and execution after being charged with treason. A must for any student of history or visitor to England, this revised edition of a Pitkin classic is filled with colour photographs and reproductions of historical artworks and artefacts to illuminate the life of Mary Queen of Scots.

Plants are brilliant things to study scientifically. They grow, reproduce, make their own food and some can even defend themselves. In Plants you'll delve into the science behind these marvels of the natural world by conducting ten investigations or experiments using the ATOM method - Ask, Test, Observe & Measure - to ensure you're working just like a professional scientist. Work out how leaves function, the strength of the acid in a nettle, and whether plants can grow in cola! At the end of the book, scientific guidelines explain why scientists do things a certain way and the things they look out for or try to avoid. Science Skills Sorted are six topic books for children aged 8+ studying KS2 science. The ATOM method is designed to help readers work scientifically as they are taught to in the classroom, and each of the investigations is accompanied by explanatory text to uncover facts about the topic. A range of experiments in each book means that while some may need a little more equipment than others, there are plenty experiments that are cheap and accessible, using objects easily found in the classroom or at home.

Where do people live in the UK? What types of houses are there? From flats above shops and suburban semis, to narrowboats, inner-city flats and farms, find out all the interesting places that people live in the UK. With real-life interviews with children from around the UK, and lots of lively, informative text about different types of homes, this book provides an exciting look at the diverse places people call home.

Giant pandas are gentle giants and are loved by many people. So why are they under threat of extinction? Find out all about giant pandas, the threats that they face, what is being done to try and save them and how you can help to answer their SOS call.