Anne Rooney

Can you tell a fact from a fake? Challenge yourself, your friends, and your family to a hilarious game of true-or-false This full-color book-and-card set is packed with extraordinary true facts and scandalous lies. Can you tell which is which? The answers are sure to surprise you Gather your friends or family, then pick a card at random to read out. Or choose a set of facts from the book to share with your loved ones. Our facts (and fibs) draw on a wide range of topics. They're guaranteed to surprise and amaze, to provoke laughter, and to start conversations Grab this game to pep up a party to make long journeys fly by or to brighten up a rainy day. It's a great way to bond over shared laughter and screen-free time-and you're sure to learn lots about each other along the way Includes: - A set of 50 cards- A 128 page illustrated book

Young readers can discover absolutely WILD facts about animals and the incredible science behind them in this mind-expanding book, written by award-winning author Anne Rooney. Did you know that snails have teeth? Or that starfish can grow new arms? Or that puffins glow in ultraviolet light? This book will reveal weird and wonderful facts about animals and dive deep into the underlying science, covering evolution, habitats, ecology and much more. These surprising facts allow readers to explore the incredible diversity of the animal kingdom and look at the natural world in a whole NEW way Beautifully presented with gold foil cover accents and full-color illustrations, this smart and humorous sideways look at the amazing world of animals will spark enthusiasm in any curious young reader aged 8+.

This eye-catching, full-color book is jam-packed with incredible biology facts and the science behind them, written by award-winning science writer Anne Rooney. From the amazing science of trees to unbelievable makeup of the human body, these jaw-dropping facts allow readers to rediscover subjects such as ecology, evolution, and animal behavior in an entirely new light. Each new concept is kicked off with a surprising fact - and then we take you behind the scenes to discover the science secrets behind that particular phenomenon. Did you know that... - Some mammals can sense magnetic fields - The largest living thing on Earth is a fungus - A species of jellyfish is immortal Supporting STEM and home learning, these surprising facts are a perfect entryway into learning important biology concepts that kids will love sharing with family and friends. These are brought to life by full-color illustrations, diagrams, fact boxes and a glossary of key terms. Perfect for kids aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Know Your Science series presents extraordinary and mind-boggling science facts that kids will love, and the scientific explanations behind them, brought to life with vibrant diagrams and illustrations.

This book is a time machine It will take curious young readers on a thrilling ride through the history of humanity, from the invention of the wheel to the information revolution-a true-life tale full of twists and turns, unforgettable people, and unexpected revelations. Packed with beautiful illustrations, this visual guide sets out information chronologically, in a concise and clear manner. This is a great way for readers to discover the history of humanity, or to reinforce their understanding by putting facts in context and developing a sense of chronology and perspective. - Why we stopped hunting, and became farmers- The origins of money- The emergence of cities- The rise and fall of empires- The industrial revolution- How modern technology has reshaped the planet in humans' image An illuminating read for young people aged 8+.

This eye-catching, mind-expanding guide to chemistry is guaranteed to get a reaction Whether you're a budding Einstein or taking your first steps in STEM, you'll be amazed by the fascinating facts inside. You'll rediscover subjects such acids and bases, atoms, and the periodic table in an entirely new light. Each new concept is kicked off with a surprising fact-and then we take you behind the scenes to discover the science secrets behind that particular phenomenon. Did you know that... . Water can flow upwards. On some planets, it rains diamonds . Pencils do not contain lead Discover many more facts that you'll love sharing with friends and family in a STEM book precision-engineered to blow kids' minds.

This eye-catching, mind-expanding book will show you that physics is out of this world Whether you're a budding Einstein or taking your first steps in STEM, you'll be amazed by the fascinating facts inside. You'll rediscover subjects such as light and sound, machines, and forces in an entirely new light. Each new concept is kicked off with a surprising fact-and then we take you behind the scenes to discover the science secrets behind that particular phenomenon. Did you know that... - Stargazing is a kind of time travel - Some black holes are "hairy" - Astronauts never snore Discover many more facts that you'll love sharing with friends and family in a STEM book precision-engineered to blow kids' minds.

Take a fascinating journey through the history of science with this beautifully illustrated full-color hardback guide for curious young readers. The Story of Science explores the development of scientific thought in both East and West from antiquity to the modern day: from the ancient Mediterranean world to the Chinese invention of gunpowder, paper, and the printing press; from the Scientific Revolution of sixteenth and seventeenth century Europe, the Space Race, and the development of the Covid-19 vaccine in 2020. Perfect for curious kids aged 8+.

Little Monkey loves to scamper about his treetop home, swinging from branch to branch and playing. There are many dangers in the forest, but luckily Little Monkey's mum is never far away! This heartwarming story about an animal family living in the wild has big flaps to open and monkey facts to discover. A perfect mix of fiction and non-fiction.

Tiny Tadpole is at the start of an amazing transformation. She begins life in the shelter of a hidden pool, growing and learning alongside her brother - until one day, she starts to change. This heartwarming story about an animal family living in the wild has big flaps to open and frog facts to discover. A perfect mix of fiction and non-fiction.

Written by award-winning author Anne Rooney, this highly visual full-color hardback by is a thrilling ride through the history of life itself, from the evolution of the very first cells to the conquest of the ocean, land, and air. Packed with beautiful illustrations, this accessible guide uses timelines to help children understand the history of our planet in context. Each timeline picks out the major events of the era chronologically, creating a great way for children to reinforce their understanding of science, history and geography. Includes: . The origin of life. Life on land. The rise of dinosaurs. Human evolution Young readers can find out how this true-life tale lead to the extraordinary diversity of species in the modern world. An illuminating read for young people aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Visual Timelines series introduces children to the history of human and scientific development, using engaging, richly illustrated timelines to pick out major events and put them in context.