Books in Science Explorers series

A study of the properties and uses of paper, for children between the ages of five and seven. It features colour photographs of children involved in activities to make them more accessible. The content supports schemes of work for science at Key Stage 1, and there are pages of notes for parents and teachers with information about scientific principles. The volume is part of a series in which children are encouraged to ask questions about what different materials are like, formulate ideas about how a material might behave, and test out these ideas for themselves. There is an index of key words and 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. Explorers: Big Cats by Claire Llewellyn, illustrated by Peter BullIt's impossible not to admire the beauty and strength of the world's biggest cats. In this book, children will learn about species such as jaguars, snow leopards, lions, and cheetahs. On one illustrated spread, they can see one moment in an actual cat's life―like such as the second before a jaguar charges into the water in southern Brazil, or a group of young cheetah brothers defending their home in The Kalahari Desert. Real-life photographs highlight more general information about these fantastic felines, such as a cat's anatomy, and the social life of a pride.

Whales have fascinated us for centuries. These incredible creatures are respected for their size as well as their intelligence. But how do scientists and researchers study the elusive whale? Finding Out About Whales provides a dynamic look at what's happening right now in the remarkable undersea explorations. Learn about the special characteristics and explorations of Blue Whales, Humpback Whales, Gray Whales, Beluga Whales and Killer Whales. About the series: In the Science Explorers series, young readers will be guided by real-life scientists and researchers to get a first hand look at cutting-edge research about some of the most legendary and mysterious animals in the world.