Books with author Robin Twiddy

Water and soil serve as important parts of the natural world, and without them, forests would cease to exist. How do these two essential parts of nature work together to keep animals and plants alive in forests? This elementary science curriculum topic is explained through age-appropriate, accessible text, which highlights the importance of water and soil and how they help maintain the biodiversity of forests. A detailed glossary and informative fact boxes provide readers with more scientific background on these two common parts of ecosystems, and full-color photographs show forest environments in exciting detail.

There are many different kinds of birds that live in forest environments. Readers will learn about what these birds eat, where in forests they can be found, and more interesting facts about these winged creatures. Through age-appropriate, well-researched text, they are exposed to common elementary science curriculum topics presented in a creative way that encourages them to develop an appreciation for nature. Informative fact boxes, a helpful glossary, and vibrant, full-color photographs serve as additional features to captivate those interested in biodiversity and the wonders of the natural world.

Batteries and bulbs are found in many household devices, such as radios, lamps, portable video games, and other everyday objects. How do they work? This age-appropriate and accessible main text helps readers to develop a deeper understanding of the science of batteries and bulbs. These STEM concepts are presented to readers in a way that encourages their interest in common science curriculum topics. Eye-catching, full-color photographs, informative fact boxes, and detailed diagrams work together to appeal to those who are inquisitive about how the objects work in the world around them.

How many teeth does a great white shark have Why is the hammerhead shark's head shaped like that How long is the whale shark And what does the tiger shark eat. Learn all about the fascinating world of the shark in these engaging books. Explore the shark from Tooth To Tail and all the bits in between as this series dives deep into the anatomy of four different sharks the great white shark the hammerhead shark the tiger shark and the whale shark.

Why do things start to rot? Is mold dangerous? Questions such as these are answered as readers explore the fascinating process of forest decay through accessible text and full-color photographs that help readers understand this important natural process. Readers learn what types of organisms in forests cause trees to rot and mold to grow, along with how these processes affect the entire forest ecosystem. Fun fact boxes and an age-appropriate glossary expand on this essential elementary curriculum topic that is sure to appeal to nature lovers and budding scientists.

There are lots of interesting and fun machines in the world, but there are some machines that changed the world. This series explores how certain pieces of technology have made huge impacts upon the world. Be it life-saving technology, such as the defibrillator, or a catalyst for social change, such as the washing machine, some machines are world changers.

How big of a problem is plastic pollution? Essential answers are found in this inventive volume which tells the tale of Terry, who received a message from the future from a man claiming to be the last surviving human in a world ravaged by plastic pollution. Young Terry learns why plastic waste became such a serious issue and how to stop such a bleak future from coming true. This lively narrative includes essential concepts from the elementary science curriculum as well as vivid, action-packed supporting photographs.

Why do things start to rot? Is mold dangerous? Questions such as these are answered as readers explore the fascinating process of forest decay through accessible text and full-color photographs that help readers understand this important natural process. Readers learn what types of organisms in forests cause trees to rot and mold to grow, along with how these processes affect the entire forest ecosystem. Fun fact boxes and an age-appropriate glossary expand on this essential elementary curriculum topic that is sure to appeal to nature lovers and budding scientists.

Angelina Butterworth couldn't understand why people kept polluting our planet until the day she discovered it was the diabolical plan of aliens bent on destroying Earth! In this entertaining and instructive narrative, readers will be on the edge of their seats as they find out if Angelina can escape the slimy tentacles of the evil Toxlings while learning what people can do in real life to stop our world from becoming an actual toxic wasteland. This valuable volume shows that science fiction can teach us important facts, and even help save our planet!