Collection: Junior Non-Fiction Science & Technology

Ideas are important. They change things. A single idea can start a war, save billions of lives, even rearrange whole planetary systems, or simply make a person giggle until they pee a little bit. They can be totally wrong but widely believed, or undoubtedly right and completely ignored. What's mo...

Readers can learn about causes, symptoms and practical coping strategies for anxiety disorders, including mindfulness, talking therapies and when to seek professional help. We look at how to look after your own mental health and support others around you. These titles have been developed to suppo...

Take to the water with this fun, visual miscellany for children who love anything boat related! Each double-page spread features a different group of boats and other watercraft to explore, such as helpful lifeboats, racing dragon boats and super submarines. Discover rowing, fishing and record-bre...

"Discusses hot rods, including their history, how they are built and customized, as well as how hot rod owners enjoy their cars with shows and races"--

This book takes you on a thrilling trip through history. Find out about the exciting lives and jobs of people in the past, from pirates and scientists to warriors and explorers, and see what made them the best of the best!

This guide is a vital tool for all middle to upper primary students who want to be successful at maths problem solving. The book has over 140 problems with detailed, suggested strategies, as well as "TRY THIS" and "CHALLENGE" activities to test your understanding. Answers and Useful Maths Facts a...

Introduces black holes, describing their physical features, how they were discovered, what causes them, and where they exist in space.

Since ancient times, humans have been puzzled and awed by the strange stars, peculiar planets, and out of this world objects that appear in our sky. Advancements in technology are now giving scientists closer looks and first peeks at the weird and wonderful things that make up our solar system an...

Biometrics, the science of using the body to identify a person, is everywhere, not just in science fiction, but in everyday life. Today, biometrics is on the cutting edge of security. It's used for access into banks and airports, as well as to keep money and personal information safe. Methods lik...