Books published by publisher QEB Publishing _ Quarto Library

Did you know there are three different kinds of rock―igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic? Explore the reasons behind this and understand what our earth is made of and what processes make it a constantly changing environment in this highly accessible introduction to geology. With simple, easy-to-understand text, this book is perfect for young explorers keen to understand the world around them.

What is your digestive system? What happens once your food reaches the large intestine? Find out everything from how long your small intestine is to which part of your body stores the goodness from food in this picture-packed introduction to the human body. Supporting notes for parents and teachers at the back of the book are included to encourage further discussion.

How do your ears work? How do sounds get into your ears? What are sound waves? Packed with games and activities, Science in Action: The Senses ― Hearing helps young learners to understand how their sense of hearing works. Using clear, simple scientific explanations, the book encourages children to think about how their bodies work, while taking their first steps in scientific enquiry.

Join Tess the tractor as she learns all about becoming a farm vehicle at the Whizzy Wheels Academy. The story explores her journey of discovery―she learns not just about her purpose but about herself. She must overcome a challenge and learn a valuable lesson, encouraging the reader to cheer her on as the story unfolds. With colorful illustrations and an engaging story on a favorite topic, this book inspires a deeper knowledge of the world, encourages creativity and imagination, and supports emotional intelligence.

Fossils are the remains of animals and plants that lived thousands or millions of years ago―so they're the best way for us to understand how we, and other species, have evolved over time. This book introduces young readers to the importance of paleontology and shows the beliefs and myths that have advanced―and inhibited―our understanding of evolution. It's full of facts and photos of real-life excavations from all over the world. It gives advice on where to find fossils and how to treat ancient remains with care. There are brilliant, fun snippets, like the fact that people thought the coelacanth fish had been extinct for 66 million years―then, in 1938, living coelacanths were discovered off the coast of Africa! For thousands of years, people found dinosaur fossils but did not know what they were. The ancient Chinese thought they were dragon bones.

How important is touch? What can touch tell you about an object? How do you know what something feels like? Packed with games and activities, Science in Action: The Senses ― Touch helps young learners to understand how their sense of touch works. Using clear, simple explanations, the book encourages children to think about how their bodies work, while taking their first steps in scientific enquiry.

How do you taste flavors? Why do some things taste nice, and some horrible? What is your favorite taste? Packed with games and activities, Science in Action: The Senses ― Taste helps young learners to understand how their sense of taste works. Using clear, simple scientific explanations, the book encourages children to think about how their bodies work, while taking their first steps in scientific enquiry.

How do your eyes work? How do pictures get to your eyes? Can you see colors in the dark? Packed with games and activities, Science in Action: The Human Body ― Sight helps young learners to understand how their sight works. Using clear, simple explanations, the book encourages children to think about how their bodies work, while taking their first steps in scientific enquiry. Supporting notes for parents and teachers at the back of the book are included to encourage further discussion.