Books with author Gerard Cheshire

World of Wonder blends science exploration with history into topics kids love to read and research. The inquiry-based format also encourages deeper thinking and questioning of the who, what, when, where and of course, why. These intriguing new titles introduce readers to some of the most extraordinary animals, people, places and things. So grab a book and take a look.

Incredible wildlife illustrations and imaginative use of gatefolds make for an exciting look into the sprawling life of a swamp’s ecosystem, first by day then at night.This beautifully illustrated new title for kids 7-10 explores a swamp and all the daytime and nocturnal activities of the animals that inhabit it. The book features two stunning, panoramic illustrations of intriguing animals that inhabit the swamp, first during the day and then a different group of animals at night. Each day-night section has an introduction explaining the unique characteristics of the swampland and how the various creatures thrive within it. Each species is then featured individually in the pages following the gatefolds. Kids will be entertained and educated as they search the swamps for wildlife.

This title introduces the reader to the importance of sound in our daily lives. Find out how sounds are made and detected, learn about some unusual uses of sound, and discover the ways in which sound can be recorded and reproduced. This series is packed with the latest scientific information and is an ideal support for physics students at Key Stage 3 level. The series will also be of interest to older students. Fascinating feature boxes outline recent physics research and encourage the reader to look more closely at the world in which they live. Key concepts are brought to life with full color illustrations and mini quizzes help to reinforce new ideas.

Physics is not just a class in school; it's a factor in our daily lives, responsible for the electricity, colors, and sound around us, and ruling even the movements and positioning of the solar system. The Fundamental Physics series uses illuminating text, abundant photos and graphics, quiz boxes, and experiments to illustrate the impact of matter, energy, force, and light on everyday objects and ...