Bøger af Anne Rooney

Follow the step-by-step instructions to through the process of designing and constructing your own Minecraft city.

A gorgeous full-colour book for map lovers and those with an interest in the mysteries of the universe.

Over the centuries, brilliant men and women have sought to develop theories to answer the most compelling questions about the world around us. From evolutionary biology to chaos theory, this entertaining guide explores the fascinating world of science through its 50 key ideas, with diagrams and summary boxes throughout.

This full-colour book-and-card set is packed with extraordinary true facts and misleading red herrings. Can you tell which is which? The answers are sure to surprise you! Grab this family-friendly game to pep up a party, to make long journeys fly by or to brighten up a rainy day.

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-colour illustrations, this smart and humorous sideways look at the amazing world of animals will spark enthusiasm in any curious young reader aged 8+.

Amazing facts and illustrations bring our planet and our past to life in an exciting, engaging way.

This book is also available in dyslexia-friendly and annotation-friendly editions. See firestonebooks.com for more information - including bulk discounts for schools.

Welcome to the world of weird with this incredible fact book, introducing kids to the strange-but-true side of science and nature. Award-winning author Anne Rooney takes kids on an exhilarating journey through the extraordinary world of physics, natural history, the human body and more - all in one epic collection! Filled with 647 facts and hilarious cartoon illustrations, this book is an exciting and accessible way for children to explore our world through bizarre trivia that they will love to share. Find out: - Whether cats can play the piano? - Where did the moon come from? - Can you really sneeze with your eyes open? >Perfect for readers age 7+.

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+.

Young readers can discover absolutely WILD facts about dinosaurs and the incredible science behind them in this mind-expanding, full-color book, written by award-winning author Anne Rooney. Did you know that T. rex didn't actually roar? Or that Velociraptor had a wishbone-just like a chicken? Or that savage raptors were fussy about their nails? This book will reveal weird and wonderful facts about dinosaurs 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 dinosaur kingdom and learn to look at the prehistoric 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 prehistoric world will spark enthusiasm in any curious young reader aged 8+.

In the My Year Around the World activity book, readers are invited on a year-long creative adventure around the globe. Inside, there are 365 drawing and writing activities. All of the activities are centered around the theme of travel, and different global customs, traditions, and phenomena--using the incredible variety and wonders of our world as a springboard for creativity. Activities include reimagining the Eiffel Tower, inventing a new language, making up silly laws, choosing a national dish, designing your own currency, and much more.

Ponder, investigate, and create with these 365 STEM-inspired activities, one for each day of the year. There's space to record your ingenious ideas, wild theories, and original designs, so give your imagination free rein!

A year's worth of imaginative prompts for word associations, stories, jokes, and more help young writers discover their own personal creativity, fire up their imaginations, and hone their writing skills.

Beautifully illustrated, this book traces the strands of thought in Western philosophy from the ancient Greeks to the present day. The book asks key questions in philosophy explored over the past 2,500 years. Within each question, approaches are considered in chronological order, showing how each philosopher's thoughts have been influenced by those who have gone before. Following the Common Core standard of exploring how two or more authors approach similar subjects, readers will learn how thinking has evolved or diversified over time.

This book is a journey through space and time! It will take young readers on a thrilling ride through the history of the space race-a true-life tale full of twists and turns, unforgettable people, and unexpected revelations. Packed with beautiful illustrations, this visual guide sets out information concisely and with clarity. Discover how we have mapped the Universe, developed spaceships, left our atmosphere, and explored existence beyond our world. This is a great way for readers to discover the history of space exploration, or to reinforce their understanding by putting facts in context and developing a sense of chronology and perspective. 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.

Takes children on a rollercoaster ride through history, geography, science and more to show how our world and everything that exists today were created.

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> 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.

"Take a thrilling ride through history and discover how the world has changed since our early ancestors formed the first civilizations. This innovative book charts the rise and fall of empires, putting events in context and explaining key ideas in clear language."--

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"> 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 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.

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+. Young readers can uncover the incredible history of science in this vibrantly illustrated hardback guide, written by award-winning author Anne Rooney. From Ancient Egyptian medicine to green energy of the 21st century, The Story of Science covers extraordinary discoveries and the trailblazing scientists who changed the world. Children can learn about the Chinese invention of gunpowder, paper, and the printing press; the Scientific Revolution of sixteenth and seventeenth century Europe; the Space Race in the 1960s and much more. They will be introduced to Hippocrates, Marie Curie, Alexander Fleming and Albert Einstein, among others, and learn about the scientific principles behind their remarkable discoveries.

Beautifully illustrated throughout, this book gives answers to the most curious questions kids might have about how humans have come to be.

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.

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.

An essential addition to any science lover''s library.

Venture back in time for a wild and wonderful journey through the age of the dinosaurs! This book is packed with questions and answers designed to intrigue, surprise, and fascinate young fans of prehistoric creatures. - Which dinosaurs walked on tiptoes? - Which prehistoric creature had the wingspan of a fighter jet? - Which dinosaurs had bad breath? Discover mind-expanding ideas about ancient beasts, fossils, and our changing planet through statistics, incredible infographics, and brilliant illustrations. It's the perfect way to take budding paleontologists' knowledge to the next level. Ideal for curious kids aged 8+.