Popular Science Books

A refreshing source of ideas to help your children learn to grow their own patch of earth, Gardening Lab for Kids encourages children to get outside and enjoy nature. 52 Fun Experiments to Learn, Grow, Harvest, Make, Play, and Enjoy Your Garden

We can all be heroes. That's the inspiring message of this New York Times Bestselling picture book biography series from historian and author Brad Meltzer.

A revised edition of the fascinating and thought-provoking multi-award-winner and international bestseller. Using a 'world-in-miniature' approach this book opens our eyes to a wider view of our planet and its human inhabitants, telling us who we are, where we live, how fast we are growing, which languages we speak, which religions we practise and more.

Every wondered what monkeys are and what makes them so special?

Why do people itch? Do plants have feelings? How do volcanoes erupt? Featuring 100 questions from real kids around the world – and expert answers from Professor Robert Winston – this weird and wonderful Q&A book is an eye-opening adventure...

Make science fun with 101 amazing step-by-step science experiments for kids that are safe and easy to do at home

An action-packed and accessible introduction to STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics), this brilliant book includes step-by-step projects for young scientists. Kids can learn how to build a wind-up car, a wind turbine, a suspension bridge, a geodesic dome and more!

DIY and science combine in this creative craft book for kids. Discover the science of buoyancy by building a plastic bottle boat, and create a swirling snowstorm in a jar to understand gravity.

Curious kids will adore this powerful project book by Carol Vorderman, which encourages young engineers to discover the extraordinary science in the everyday. Discover jet propulsion using balloons and build a robot arm from rulers, all while learning how to think like an engineer.

This inspiring reader shines light on extraordinary women whose scientific discoveries transformed the world. From Hypatia to Marie Curie, it’s packed full of fascinating facts and is the perfect companion to a STEM curriculum.

Explore jaw-dropping details of the natural world in this spectacular science compendium. Young readers will be enthralled by extraordinary images as they learn about storm clouds, tectonic plates, molecules, magnetism and more.

Welcome to the world of microbiology!

Dive into today’s most cutting-edge robotics technology with this truly eye-opening book on the machines of the future. Including bionic ants, surgeon robots, and the most advanced artificial intelligence (AI), kids and adults alike will be wowed without end.

Introduce young readers to high-frequency words and phrases with First Wave. The 96 titles across three sets feature consistent structure to support y...

Introduce young readers to high-frequency words and phrases with First Wave. The 96 titles across three sets feature consistent structure to support y...

Isaac Asimov's Robot series – from the iconic collection I, Robot to four classic novels – contains some of the most influential works in ...

Isaac Asimov's ROBOT series – from the iconic collection I, ROBOT to four classic novels – contains some of the most influential works in ...

Robots are clever machines that can move and do jobs for people. Robots are used to do work that is too boring or dangerous or hard for people to do. ...

6 robots to make and decorate by any robot fan. Making your own robot has finally become a reality with these bright and colourful models that sci-fi...

The Sails Take-Home Library features two sets of stimulating texts to support take-home reading programs. The books are filled with amusing characters...

Isaac Asimov's ROBOT series – from the iconic collection I, ROBOT to four classic novels – contains some of the most influential works in ...

Isaac Asimov's ROBOT series – from the iconic collection I, ROBOT to four classic novels – contains some of the most influential works in ...

A narrative introduction to the mysteries of space and the secrets of astronomy, packed with scientific facts about the solar system, comets, the Big ...

Space is a huge topic, but this friendly book breaks it down into bite-sized chunks, making it an accessible introduction for anyone who wants to find...

Oh no the water in the class fish tank is MURKY and MUDDY! The poor fish! Help Emily and Tom find out why. This book is classified as Reading Level 21...

The Earth changes around us all the time. It can change from day to night, or from one season to another. Explore this book to learn more about these ...

What do you need to live and grow? What do animals and plants need? Explore this book for the answers to these questions and others. Discovering Scie...

Travel to the furthest reaches of the Universe and visit 100 remarkable objects along the way with this stunning book about space.

Have you ever made a cola fountain, made sugar cubes glow in the dark, or bounced an egg like a rubber ball? Find out how to perform lots of amazing experiments at home and learn all about the super-cool science behind them!