Tom Jackson

The Expanding World of Data is the perfect way for young readers to get to grips with the subject and its terminology. With a clear and entertaining explanation, with comic strips, photographs, and illustrations. This book unpacks what data is and how it is a bigger part of our lives than we may realize.

Nestling more than 1000km (600 miles) from the South American coast among the azure waters of the Pacific Ocean, the Galapagos are famous as the source of Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution, following his historic visit to the archipelago aboard HMS Beagle in 1835. Today, these 19 islands and the surrounding marine reserve have been called a unique ‘living museum and showcase of evolution’. Located at the confluence of three ocean currents, the Galápagos are a melting pot of diverse marine species. Local volcanic activity is testament to the process that formed these islands. Combined with the extreme isolation of the archipelago, this has led to the development of some rare and unusual animals, such as the land iguana, blue-footed booby and the many types of finch, which are featured – along with the penguins, sea lions and Galapagos hawks – in vivid detail in this book. Arranged in chapters that include geology, sea life, fauna and flora, Galapagos Islands is an evocative exploration of this remarkable ecosystem and the life that has developed there – from the volcanic peaks of Cerro Azul and Wolf Volcano to the famous giant tortoise, flightless cormorant and waved albatross.

A comprehensive collection of science careers to wow and inspire the next generation of budding scientists.Have you any idea how many kinds of scientist there are? Perhaps you're keen to work in the field of science but are not aware of the diverse range of careers on offer. From deep diving in the ocean as an ichthyologist, or mushroom-hunting as a mycologist, to designing future spacecraft as an aerospace engineer, or helping to solve crimes as a toxicologist, there is a stunning variety of careers to aspire to. Flick through the pages of this book to discover what sort of scientist you could be. This book showcases a diverse array of inspiring careers across the four disciplines of chemistry, biology, physics and technology. You'll find details of what sort of work each job involves, the specialist equipment used and what key skills are involved. This will help you find a career that suits your strengths or even explore exciting options you had never heard of before.The simple, bold eye-catching design and accompanying artwork of each role will make this the perfect gift for any child or student from age 9 and up.

A stunning look at Earth's wildlife and natural history, including rocks, minerals, animals, plants, fungi and more! Arranged by biome, Natural History of the World offers a broad overview of the most important animals and vegetation in each region. These zones help us understand the ranges of plants and animals, including identifying species that may be under threat from habitat loss. Climate zones can even help farmers and gardeners understand which plants will grow best in their area. From the arid, desolate Sahara, the largest hot desert in the world where temperatures can exceed 40°C (100°F), to Macapá in Brazil where the tropical monsoon climate means over six months of rain from December to July every year, marvel at the beauty and variety that exists on our planet and has done so for millions of years. Striking imagery is accompanied with easy-to-read, accessible information, making it a riveting, essential history. Natural History of the World is an explorative, pictorial guide to every environment on the planet and how nature has evolved to live there, ranging from the Mesozoic Era to the present day.

Need help choosing the right type of dog for your family? This pocket visual guide can help out.Are you looking for a small dog to fit your apartment lifestyle, a cuddly medium-sized dog to cuddle with or a large pooch who is really a gentle giant? There are other factors you'll want to consider as well: the dog's overall health, maintenance and shedding.Dog Breeds can help you understand the different breeds and decide which type of dog could be your perfect pet.For each breed you can find out more about their history and personality, and understand their health, grooming and nutritional needs. From beagles to labradors, learn more about each dog breed including their characteristics, energy levels and much more.With expert captions explaining the fascinating stories behind each breed, Dog Breeds is an invaluable pocket reference guide.

The essential illustrated guide to the ingenious techniques that insects use to construct an astounding array of natural structures, from nests to shelters to trapsInsect Architecture takes you inside the amazing structures that insects build, from the paper galleries of yellowjacket wasps to elaborate termite mounds complete with royal chambers and air-conditioning systems. Each chapter focuses on a group of insect architects, describing the materials and methods they use while exploring the structures themselves in detail. Blending spectacular illustrations with illuminating case studies of representative species from around the world, this is the ultimate guide to insect artistry and innovation.Features a wealth of color photos, explanatory diagrams and blueprints, step-by-step sequences, and visual spreadsCovers all major groups of insect architects and the broad array of structures they buildExplains how anatomy, life cycle, and habitat are the ingredients to extraordinary creationsProfiles the insect world’s most accomplished builders—from beetles, bees, and cicadas to moths, wasps, ants, and termitesDiscusses the ecological impacts of insect architectureReveals how insect builders have inspired human design innovations

Join the scientists and inventors whose mission is to dive deep below the surface of hundreds of vehicles and structures - from the tiniest nanorobot to mega machines - and find out exactly how they work. In So That's How It Works Robots and AI, learn how technology is developing in a range of ways, from deep-sea discoveries to outer-space adventures. With mech suits, robo-dogs, driverless cars, chatbots and more, there are so many fascinating inventions to explore. Superbly detailed artwork by Kristyna Baczynski explains the wonders of the artificial world, while clear step-by-step text by Tom Jackson reveals how things work in a simple and easy-to-follow way. Turn the pages of this epic book to journey through the world of robots and AI.

From the tiny Rondo dwarf bush baby to the massive white rhinoceros, this book depicts some of the world’s most incredible animals in stunning and accurate original illustrations.Intriguing facts accompany every illustration, so you can learn how a tiger marks its territory, why a polar bear isn’t really white, and how long a giraffe’s tongue actually is.Discover all these facts and more in this wonderful compendium that you will revisit again and again.Stunning illustrations – vibrant, detailed images bring these incredible creatures to life.36 different animals - learn about animals from all over the world, from the snow leopard to the flying fox.Hundreds of dip-in facts – captivating and educational for animal lovers of all ages.

As our closest relatives in the animal world, monkeys have always fascinated and amused humans in equal measure. Monkeys is an outstanding collection of photographs showing these complex, intelligent animals in their natural habitat. Presented in a handy pocket-sized format, the book is divided into chapters covering anatomy, family, behaviour, feeding and young, Monkeys features a wide variety of monkeys and apes, including baboons, gorillas, Orang Utans, macaques, howler monkeys, spider monkeys, marmosets, gibbons, mandrills and chimpanzees. The smallest monkey is the pygmy marmoset, which can be just 117 millimetres (4.6in) in length with a 172-millimetre (6.8in) tail and weighing just over 100 grams (3.5oz); while the massive Grauer’s gorilla can weigh over 180 kilos (400lbs). With full captions explaining how the species act in a group, communicate, hunt and feed, and rear its young, Monkeys is a brilliant examination in 230 outstanding colour photographs of these remarkable primates.

Blood-sucking vampires, three-headed dogs, and beautiful unicorns--these are only some of the exciting creatures readers meet in this magnificent collection of fantasy creatures. A myriad of creatures from across the globe and many different cultures are brought to life in this unique reference resource bursting with detailed, full-color illustrations. Fascinating facts accompany each illustration, so readers can learn why looking at a basilisk means certain death, where to find a Yeti, and why you should never disturb an ogre. This is sure to be an unforgettable reading experience for fans of the fantasy genre

Blood-sucking vampires, three-headed dogs, and beautiful unicorns--these are only some of the exciting creatures readers meet in this magnificent collection of fantasy creatures. A myriad of creatures from across the globe and many different cultures are brought to life in this unique reference resource bursting with detailed, full-color illustrations. Fascinating facts accompany each illustration, so readers can learn why looking at a basilisk means certain death, where to find a Yeti, and why you should never disturb an ogre. This is sure to be an unforgettable reading experience for fans of the fantasy genre

This title is part of the important new series from Oxford Children's which provides accessible introductions to the ideas, facts, and vocabulary behind an absorbing range of subjects. Meticulously researched and authoritative but written in simple language by experts in their fields, curious youngreaders will quickly get to grips with the basic principles and terminology of each subject. Robots, Gadgets and Artificial Intelligence explains, in a clear and interesting way, what AI is and the evolution of robots, how to make AI, the different types of AI, and how AI could affect us in the future. The engaging design highlights the ' Heroes' of the subject from early beginnings to modern day and picks out and explains tricky terminology in ' Speak like a Scientist' features. Comic strips, illustrations, amazing photographs, and timeline, as well as glossary and index, all make this handy-sized book the perfect way to learn.

Explanations of key STEM (engineering) topics in an original, highly entertaining way through comicaltrial and error scenariosIn this book, find out how a skyscraper stays up, why it matters what its built from and what a supertube is, plus much more.This series looks at how things work such as how a plane can fly or a boat can float through thecomical endeavours of an inventor who tries to replicate what he sees without knowing the science,with hilarious results. We discover what went wrong and why through the scientific explanationsthat follow each attempt, making tricky concepts accessible and entertaining in equal measure. Perfect for children age 7+

Explanations of key STEM (engineering) topics in an original, highly entertaining way through comicaltrial and error scenarios.In this book find out what forces are at work on a rollercoaster ride. What stops you from falling off? How do you loop the loop? What does it take to build a rollercoaster?This series looks at how things work such as how a plane can fly or a boat can float through thecomical endeavours of an inventor who tries to replicate what he sees without knowing the science,with hilarious results. We discover what went wrong and why through the scientific explanationsthat follow each attempt, making tricky concepts accessible and entertaining in equal measure.Perfect for children aged 7+