These are some of life’s biggest questions, and you are a daring thinker for even thinking about them!

So open your mind and prepare to explore some of the biggest, boldest ideas about animals, the natural world and technology – from the ridiculously silly to the strikingly serious. Each question in Really Big Questions for Daring Thinkers: Science will unlock new ways of thinking and may lead you to some intriguing answers. If you’re daring enough to take on this mind-expanding challenge, then read on!

Illustrated by Marc Aspinall and written by science communicator Holly Cave, the easy-to-understand text, intriguing mind-teasers, and incredible thought experiments make this philosophic journey unforgettably fun!

Saints and Angels invites young readers on a spiritual journey with saints including John the Baptist, Joan of Arc, Mary Magdalene, Mother Theresa, and many more. Discover when their feast days are celebrated and discover the sacred patronages associated with these holy figures.

Furthermore, the realms of angels are unfurled, introducing the guardian angels who watch over us, the choirs that echo heavenly hymns, and the tale of the fallen angels. This book promises to enlighten and inspire.

With each turn of the page, readers will dive deeper into the fascinating habitats and creatures of the ocean, from the gentle giants of the deep sea to the colourful reefs bustling with life. Learn about the expansive seas and their vital roles in shaping our world’s environment. This book covers everything from powerful ocean currents to the secrets of coastal ecosystems.

Packed with fun facts, budding scientists will explore oceanography, marine biology, and conservation efforts – young minds are encouraged to think critically about ecological balance and how they can make a difference. Each chapter is visually appealing and easily digestible for kids aged 8 and above. The book features more than 300 vivid photographs, plus fascinating text written by expert authors, which makes learning both fun and accessible.

Perfect as a gift, for school projects, and for animal fans, The Kingfisher Ocean Encyclopedia is an essential learning resource to a world of knowledge and inspiration.

Dive into the latest information and fascinating facts about the world’s biggest sport. Explore profiles of star athletes including Jude Bellingham, Aitana Bonmatí, Mohamed Salah, Lionel Messi and many more. Track your favourite teams across top leagues, and gain insights into legendary tournaments and competitions!

This edition comes with brand-new content on women’s football, a rapidly growing sport globally, and is packed with vibrant photos and profiles of past and present superstars. Examine over 50 iconic teams that have enhanced the game!

Relive the excitement of the beautiful game through dynamic images and artwork that captures iconic movements and goals. Enjoy comprehensive coverage of every football aspect, including rules, skills, fan culture, media, coaches, and tactics.

Written by Grandmaster Daniel King, How To Win At Chess introduces each piece and its moves, explains key principles such as check and how to open a game, before exploring tricks such as forks, pins and skewers.

With a fresh, contemporary design, it’s packed with graded test positions and training exercises to help young players improve their game as they progress through the book. What’s more, readers can brush up on the fascinating history of chess, with features on legendary matches and the greatest players, including the world champion, Magnus Carlsen.

There’s so much to discover as you turn the pages of this exceptional guide to chess!

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. Find out how robots can assist firefighters, and how mech suits can help humans perform a whole range of tasks. With robo-dogs, driverless cars, chatbots and more, there are so many fascinating inventions to explore.

Superbly detailed artwork by Kristyna Baczynski, including amazing comic-book style layouts, explains the wonders of the artificial world, while clear step-by-step text by Tom Jackson reveals how things work in an easy-to-follow way.

Read about superstar players from Jude Bellingham and Aitana Bonmatí to Erling Haaland and Bukayo Saka. Follow your favourite teams in the Premier League, La Liga, the Bundesliga and around the globe. And get the lowdown on the greatest tournaments and competitions, from the FA Cup and the Copa América to the FIFA World Cup and the UEFA EUROs.

The book now features expanded material on women’s football, one of the world’s fastest-growing sports. It’s packed with pictures and profiles of the world’s most skilful players – old and new – from Harry Kane to Mohamed Salah, Kylian Mbappé to Kevin de Bruyne, and Sam Kerr to Lionel Messi. Over 50 of the best sides to have lit up the game are covered in detail, including the England men’s and women’s teams, Brazil, Manchester City, Liverpool and Real Madrid. Football fans will get the key information about the top tournaments and leagues around the world, including the English Premier League, the EUROs, and the UEFA Champions League.

All the drama of the “beautiful game” is fully analysed with dynamic full-spread photos and artworks that recreate famous moves and goals, and there is in-depth coverage of every aspect of football, including rules and skills; fans and the media; coaches and tactics. Packed with the latest statistics and fully updated for this new edition, this is a superbly detailed reference book for all the family.

Did you know what causes an Ice Age? Or how a diamond forms? And where can you stand in a dinosaur footprint? Answers to all of these questions and many, many more are explained in The Spectacular Science of Planet Earth.

The bright, busy artworks will encourage science-hungry children to pore over every detail and truly get to grips with the science that underpins everything around us. The fascinating text by Rob Colson is delivered on multiple levels, allowing readers to dip in and out at speed, or take a deep dive into their favourite subjects.

Don’t miss the other books in the Spectacular Science series!

The Spectacular Science of Buildings
The Spectacular Science of Space
The Spectacular Science of the Human Body

We are surrounded by amazing things in the natural world, and we live in an age of exciting advances in science, engineering and technology. But do we really understand how and why things happen the way they do? This book explains all!

– Witness the formation of Earth and the evolution of living things
– See how animals and plants have adapted to live in every corner of the planet
– Learn how ancient people lived and created their technology
– Discover today’s incredible scientific and eco-friendly advances

Covering a range of children’s favourite subjects, including space, nature, wildlife, dinosaurs, volcanoes, technology and much more, How the World Works is guaranteed to provide the answers to a world of tricky How? and Why? questions!