Interest age: from c 9 years

Are you a team player? Do you have a steady aim? Maybe you are super fast or strong? Whatever your size or skill, there is a sport out there for you. 'Illustrated Sports Encyclopedia' is the ultimate guide to the diverse world of sport, from the best known ball-sports, athletics, and water sports...

Sharks are huge, torpedo-shaped animals that have prowled the Earth's oceans for over 100 million years. This text takes readers behind-the-scenes into the watery world of sharks and tell their extraordinary tales about their interactions with these creatures. Satisfy the shark-fact feeding frenz...

Find out the fascinating stories of ten real-life sea monsters, the myths and legends surrounding them, their discoveries and how they survive today. Around the world, sailors from ancient times onwards have told stories of colossal deep-sea creatures that capsized ships and terrorised crews. Far...

Travel back in time to discover secrets of mummies and other human remains from around the world in this fascinating book, publishing 100 years after the discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb.

From the icy poles to the deepest parts of the oceans, humans have explored Earth's most challenging environments, and have even journeyed on into space. But how did these places form and what are the features that make them unique? How do humans live and work in these harsh landscapes? Most impo...

'Sporting Heroes' hails the huge contribution of black sportspeople and athletes to the world of sports. From Jesse Owens to Nicola Adams, they have sprinted, kicked, fought and shot their way to glory, breaking down barriers and defeating prejudices along the way with their sheer talent and resi...

Welcome to skateboarding, where self-expression rules, adventures are wild and every ramp or rail is an exciting new ride! Join us on a whirlwind journey to celebrate the rise of the global skateboarding scene, from the streets of LA to its first Olympic Games! Check out iconic skateparks and gra...

From dinosaurs and Vikings to the history of cinema and espionage, discover incredible world history in this lavish collection of timelines. Jam-packed with surprising facts and amazing details, such as the most bloodthirsty pirate of all time and the first crime to be solved by studying fingerpr...

Children will find themselves totally absorbed in complex subjects with the 'Knowledge Encyclopedia' series, made clear through engaging explanations, intricate illustrations, vivid photographs, and striking 3D images. Meet hundreds of vehicles that float, fly, or speed across the land, including...

This high-interest series for children aged 9-11 sorts the facts from the fakes. From the human body and dinosaurs to history and science, each statement is proved right or wrong, and accompanied by eye-popping graphics that bring each subject to life! Prepare to be surprised and amazed by these ...