New Releases by Jacqui Bailey

The Science Works series use cartoon style illustrations and lively narrative text to make key topics in science both accessible and engaging. Have you ever thought about what keeps your feet on the ground? Or why things always fall downwards? The answer is a mysterious force called GRAVITY. In this revised edition from Jacqui Bailey, we follow the story of an astronaut on his first trip into space. There he experiences what life is like without the pulling force of gravity. This book also contains an experiment, more great facts to know, useful websites and an index. Ideal for readers age 6+.

A brand new edition of Charging About from the Science Works series, featuring lively storytelling and fun, engaging illustrations to aid children in their learning. Press a button, flick a switch, turn a knob and zap . . . something amazing happens. You have music, light, heat, hairdryers - all because of electricity. In this revised edition from Jacqui Bailey, we follow the story of how electrical energy is generated in a power station, how it travels through pylons, power cables and wires until it reaches towns and homes. We learn how electrical current is created and how it is made safe. This book also contains an experiment, more great facts to know, useful websites and an index. Book band: Brown Ideal for KS2.

A brand new edition of Monster Stones from the Science Works series, featuring lively storytelling and fun, engaging illustrations to aid children in their learning. Millions of years ago, a hungry dinosaur did something daft and died in a river. What happened next is one of the oldest stories in the world – the dinosaur became a FOSSIL. This book takes the reader back millions of years to tell the story of a dinosaur''s death. Through this story, we discover how fossils are formed. We also learn how they are discovered, removed, researched and preserved in museums. This book also contains an experiment, more great facts to know, useful websites and an index. Book band: Lime Ideal for KS2.

"What is electricity? How does a circuit work? Why do batteries only work if you put them in the correct way? Find out the answers to these questions and much more"--

What are solids? How are they different from liquids and gases? How can they be changed? Find out the answers to these questions and much more.

"What are materials? What are the properties of a material and how do these vary? What is the difference between natural and human-made materials? Find out the answers to these questions and much more"--

What is a force? How do forces make things move--or stop? How does the force of gravity affect life on Earth? Find out the answers to these questions and much more.

What is light and how does it help us to see? What is reflection? How does light form shadows? Find out the answers to these questions and much more.

Discover the world of science through easy-to-follow experiments What is electricity? How does a circuit work? Why do batteries only work if you put them in the right way around? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in Be a Scientist: Investigate Electricity. This friendly, illustrated series shows how young scientists can use investigation to find out about science for themselves.

Discover the world of science through easy-to-follow experiments What is a magnet? Why are some materials magnetic? How does a compass work? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in Be a Scientist: Investigate Materials. This friendly, illustrated series shows how young scientists can use investigation to find out about science for themselves.

A totally modern, easy-to-read, upbeat guide to girls' growing up issues, now updated to include online and smartphone safety. The Girl Files offers age-appropriate advice, practical tips and support to help girls navigate the physical and mental rollercoaster of puberty. From periods and body hair to bras, boys, sexting and cyber bullying, The Girl Files' chatty, big-sisterly style is a fantastic, feel-good reference source for 'tweens and young teens, and places a strong emphasis on the importance of self esteem, and maintaining a positive attitude. Chapters: P is for puppies, pink and... puberty From hips to zits The news on boobs Periods, pads and PMS All change! Mates and dates Staying safe Get connected! The Boy Files by Alex Hooper-Hodson is the partner title to The Girl Files, offering puberty advice and support for boys. Alex has also written the popular teen self-help resources: 52 Teen Girl Problems and How to Solve Them and 52 Teen Boy Problems and How to Solve Them.

Originally published: London: A & C Black, 2003.

Elizabeth II''s Reign examines the recent history of Britain. Exploring the Britain the Queen was born into and took over when her reign began, the Commonwealth, changing social times / family, fashion, technology and work the book builds up a picture of how life in Britain has changed. The book is bought alive with humourous cartoon and by memories in the form of quotes from people who remember the events and changes from the past 60 years. It is illustrated with pictures of the Queen and the Royal family and historical photos of life in Britain. With panels of facts about the Queen and the Royal Family, this is a great read for children and young adults in the year of the Queen''s Diamond Jubilee. Contents include: Sixty years on the throne The end of the War (Rationing; marriages and births; a crumbling Empire; united for peace) A new Queen (King for a year; the Queen''s father; coronation day; open to the public; good times...and bad) Family life (getting married; seen not heard; school days; pass or fail; all together; women''s rights; all sorts of families; somewhere to live; instant houses; building blocks) Healthier and wealthier (paying the price; health for free; changing jobs; haves and have nots; the poverty line; going places; travelling by train; on the roads; it''s good to talk; talking and walking, using computers) The way we live (a changing population; favourite food; super shops; well dressed; minis, bell-bottoms and safety pins; at the movies; what''s on the box; from ballroom to the Beatles; festival time; by the seaside; packaged up) Looking ahead Timeline; further information Index

The story of a tiny settlement that grew up on a muddy river bank 2000 years ago to become one of the world's greatest capital cities. Updated for 2011, 'The Story of London' features the famous people and dramatic events - battles, plagues, fires and bombings - that have shaped the city, as well as the upcoming 2012 Olympic Games.

A refreshing take on today''s green issues which is both provocative and positive

¿Tus pies son demasiado grandes? ¿Tienes mal olor? ¿Tropiezas con los muebles y quisieras que tus orejas no sobresalieran tanto? ¿Te salen pelos y granos por todos lados? ¿Cambias de humor sin razón? ¡Entonces. este libro es para ti!

Deals with the tough topic of youth crime that young people face in the day-to-day life.

Voorzien van vele grappige kleurentekeningen komen allerlei onderwerpen aan de orde die te maken hebben met puberteit en seks. Vanaf ca. 12 jaar.

The Ethical Debates series confronts contentious issues affecting people in the twenty-first century.

A água que bebemos todos os dias é mágica, mas não sai da torneira como um milagre. Os autores Jacqui Bailey e Matthew Lilly revelam os caminhos que ela percorre antes de encher nosso copo, até ficar prontinha para o consumo: descrevem a formação das chuvas, a vida da água no lençol freático, a utilização doméstica e industrial da água e os processos de tratamento.

Discusses the changes that puberty brings for boys and girls, the challenges that come with it, and the male and female reproductive systems.

This popular London guide has been fully updated for the 2012 Olympics. A lavishly illustrated and comprehensive guide to England's capital city for children - giving its history and geography and recommending the best places to visit from Royal Palaces and parks to museums and galleries. Packed with suggestions for fun days out and making the most of a family visit to London. Including plenty of practical advice, such as addresses and websites of London's top attractions, alongside handy transport guides, this is a great gift for children aged 8 upwards, before or after a visit to London.

Presents step-by-step instructions for eleven investigations of the properties of materials, covering such topics as hardness, stretchiness, transparency, and buoyancy.

Find out what electricity is, how we access it, and the various ways in which it is used.

Presents step-by-step instructions for eleven investigations of the ways solids can be changed, covering melting, mixing, dissolving, separating, heating and cooling, and irreversible changes.