Best Selling Books by Chris Oxlade

"Kingfisher Readers are developed with literacy experts to span five levels, from Level 1 (beginning to read) to level 5 (reading fluently). Robots introduces children who can read alone with some help to these incredible inventions. It includes facts about different types of robots, such as automatons, humanoids, androids, drones, factory robots and domestic robots. Children will read about robots that have gone to space, robots that can play sports and robots that look a lot like people. See www.kingfisherreaders.com for series information"--

Examines how electronic games and other devices are designed, tested, manufactured, and marketed, and explores their life cycle, including their disposal and recycling.

What are the four states of matter? What happens when a substance changes state? Why is water different from many other liquids? This title explores how elements change from one state to another, how the water cycle works, and how changes of state are used in our everyday lives. You will also find several experiments that can be done at home.

The mystery of crop circles has puzzled people for years. What causes them to appear so suddenly? Could crop circles be messages from outer space? Can we get to the bottom of this mystery using science and logic, or will it continue to mystify us forever? Discover all of the theories, from the reasonable to the ridiculous, then decide for yourself what to believe. Learn how scientists analyze and explain fakes and hoaxes. This book includes eyewitness accounts, dramatic photographs, up-to-date information, a glossary, further resources, and web search tips.

Originally published: Minneapolis, MN: Hungry Tomato, A2015.

Ten more feats of science "magic", including bending spoons, levitating boxes, the effects of freezing and boiling, the uses of friction, and more.

Take a fascinating tour of the mightiest fighting ships of all time—from ancient Greek galleys to gigantic modern aircraft carriers. Get an up-close view of these incredible battleships as you step onto the gun decks of HMS Victory, look inside the control bridge of USS Zumwalt, and explore a modern destroyer. From Greek fire to guided missiles, discover how seafaring technology and weaponry have developed throughout military history, and encounter life at sea.

Follow the powerful story of fighter aircraft—from the earliest six-winged inventions used during World War I right up to modern supersonic stealth fighters. Along the way, explore inside the cockpit of a Supermarine Spitfire, the engine of the jet-powered Messerschmitt Me 262, and the inner workings of the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning. From dogfight tricks to ejector seats, learn how fighter plane technology and strategy have developed throughout military history, and see life through the eyes of a fighter pilot.

Find out everything there is to know about the city of Edinburgh in this fascinating city guide. Learn about Edinburgh''s history, its location, culture, festivals, hidden gems and even where the best places to shop are! A map of Edinburgh city centre will help you find the locations of the key places mentioned in the book. Impress your friends with your knowledge of this beautiful and historic city.

This volume examines the importance of water conservation.

"Describes the technology used for creating and playing video games. Includes information on how different platforms work and the direction video game technology may be going" -- Provided by publisher.

Describes the history of exploration for life on other planets, and examines the evidence supporting and opposing the theory that life may exist somewhere other than on Earth.

Uses infographics to describe statistics about the weather, including the areas of the world with the most thunderstorms, the different climates of the world, and the elevations at which different clouds form.

Tells you all the things you can learn by using a microscope.

Uses cutaway schematic diagrams and comprehensive explanations to introduce young readers to the elementary principles of how steam locomotives work and can be repaired.

"A discussion of a major type of natural disaster, including descriptions of some of the most destructive; explanations of these phenomena, what causes them, and where they occur; and information about how to prepare for and survive these forces of nature. Features include an activity, glossary, list of resources, and index"--Provided by publisher.

This dictionary, a guide to physics, chemistry, and biology, includes definitions supported by detailed pictures and diagrams, topics arranged thematically, extensive cross-referencing, homework aids, reference sources, and more.

This great study aid has topics arranged thematically so that words are explained in context, with a fully integrated system of cross-referencing plus a comprehensive index.