Books in Explorers! series

This innovative series uses storytelling as the gateway to learning and exploration. Six action-packed story-scenes are followed by photographic information spreads which provide scientific detail and background. Each title can be read front to back, or the reader can follow special 'page links' for a thematic exploration. This series is perfect for emerging readers who are beginning to exercise wider reading, research and cross-referencing skills.Gazing at a nighttime sky full of stars is a powerful invitation to the imagination. Explorers: Stars and Planets takes readers out for an exploration of the galaxy beyond Earth's atmosphere. Starting with what we see and moving outward to the Moon, the nearby planets, what it is like to travel and live in space, and space exploration beyond where humans can travel, young readers can explore the book sequentially, or pick a theme and follow the links through the book. From frozen rocky moons to awesome gas giants and the millions of stars in the universe, this is an immersive adventure that's sure to inspire young readers to think differently about the nighttime sky.

'Explorers' are designed to stimulate readers in the early elementary grades (ages 6–8), who are beginning to exercise wider reading, research and cross-referencing skills. They can be read from page to page, or – as a fun extra element – the reader can follow special ‘page links' to access information on related topics. Six fabulous artwork scenes are each followed up with photographic information spreads, which provide extra detail and background.Readers can dive into one of the most biologically diverse environments in the world, and explore the plants, animals, and people of the rainforest through a series of story scenes designed to highlight key topics in rainforest education. From the towering trees, to life in the canopy, dwelling in the dark on the forest floor, and the role the river plays in the rainforest environment.

This innovative series uses storytelling as the gateway to learning and exploration. Six action-packed story-scenes are followed by photographic information spreads which provide scientific detail and background. Each title can be read front to back, or the reader can follow special 'page links' for a thematic exploration. This series is perfect for emerging readers who are beginning to exercise wider reading, research and cross-referencing skills.Reptiles are a source of endless fascination for children. Starting with the basic question of "What is a reptile?" and proceeding through habitat, feeding, hunting, survival strategies, and bearing young, Explorers: Reptiles draws readers in through a series of six beautiful story scenes that place reptile behavior in the context of the natural world. Each spread is followed with a detail page full of photographs and scientific explanations that expand on the elements in the previous scene. Young readers can choose to read the book sequentially, or to move through the book following thematic links that interest them such as "environmental science". This book is the perfect introduction to the fascinating world of reptiles from the smallest lizard to the biggest alligator and everything in between.

Beautiful and seductive, the Italian island of Sicily offers everything from Greek and Roman temples to mouthwatering street food and dramatic scenery topped by mighty Mount Etna. Explore Sicily is part of a brand-new series and is the perfect pocket companion for your trip: a full-color guide containing 14 easy-to-follow routes, taking in all of the classic sights, such as Val di Noto’s sublime Baroque architecture and the frenetic capital Palermo, alongside Agrigento’s fine Greek temples and, further afield, the stunningly beautiful Aoelian Islands, popular for volcano-climbing. Insight’s trademark cultural coverage perfectly sets the routes in context, with introductions to Sicily’s cuisine and shopping possibilities, as well as an overview of the island’s complex history and the lowdown on its array of outdoor activities. Hand-picked places to eat and drink are highlighted in each tour and in the directory section, which contains a wealth of useful practical information including a language guide, as well as a range of carefully selected hotels to suit all budgets. All routes are plotted on the handy pull-out map, and the stunning photography captures the dramatic Sicilian landscape.

Vehicles and transportation are fertile ground for the imagination, and they are also a fantastic gateway to the physical sciences. Explorers: Things that Go uses a series of eye-catching story scenes to set the stage for a wide-ranging examination of the science behind motion. From the speed of racing, to transport on the rails, the science of heavy machinery, the physics of flight, and what keeps boats afloat. After readers absorb the elements of each story, they can explore the details through photographs and explanations on the following page. If they are interested in a particular aspect of transportation they can hop through the book following one of four icons related to their interest. Back matter offers plenty of resources for further multimedia exploration.

'Explorers' are designed to stimulate readers in the early elementary grades (ages 6–8), who are beginning to exercise wider reading, research and cross-referencing skills. They can be read from page to page, or – as a fun extra element – the reader can follow special ‘page links' to access information on related topics. Six fabulous artwork scenes are each followed up with photographic information spreads, which provide extra detail and background.Young readers take a trip around the globe and examine the core subject of the Earth through a series of accessible story spreads. Each spread focuses on a key aspect of Earth Science by placing it in the context of a beautifully-illustrated scene-from Earth's relationship to the Sun and Moon, to volcanoes, mountains, the seas, the rainforest, and the many ways we use the land. After delving into the story, readers can turn the page and explore photographic details and scientific explanations that expand on the scientific ideas.

Explorers are designed to appeal to all readers aged 6–8: those who are just starting to read alone and more confident readers who are beginning to exercise wider reading and crossreferencing skills. Lively, dramatic artwork scenes draw children into a subject, and each scene is followed by a photographic information spread that gives a wealth of extra detail. As a fun extra element, the reader can follow themed links to access information on related topics. What was everyday life like in ancient Egypt? How was life different for rulers, gods, and goddesses? In Explorers: Ancient Egypt by Jinny Johnson, early readers will find out the fascinating answers to these enduring questions. In one section on daily life, kids can glimpse into a farmer's house to see how an ancient Egyptian family lived. On the next spread, kids can examine photographs of extraordinary artifacts that have survived over 5,000 years and have been unearthed by archaeologists.