Collection: Junior Non-Fiction Science & Technology

Look up to the stars and observe the wonders of outer space with this beautifully illustrated, inspirational, and accessible introduction to astronomy. Visit other planets in our solar system, steer a course through the constellations, and head away from our galaxy to unlock the secrets of inters...

"In this boldy illustrated book for beginners, kids will learn the basics of atoms, molecules, and how everything fits together to build the world we love. Bright collage art introduces protons, neutrons, electrons, elements, the periodic table, quantum mechanics, and much, much more!"--Back cover

Australian Backyard Astronomy is an engaging resource for homes and classrooms alike. Its thematic approach guides young readers through our discovery and exploration of the skies, from early celestial charts to the big bang, planets in our solar system and the universe beyond. This revised editi...

This book is about earth science: it covers geology; climate and climate change; landforms; volcanoes and earthquakes; igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks; fossils; weathering and erosion; the water cycle; the oceans. Each chapter includes Did You Knows, projects kids can do and A Close...

"Learn about planets, moons, galaxies and different space missions in this exciting journey through the universe, and discover what it takes to become astronomer or an astrnaut"--Back cover.

Perfect for children of all ages up to the start of secondary school (and for mums and dads who need a hand in helping out with maths homework!)

Trains transport freight and people between many cities and towns, and they provide important transport within cities. Read about early rail vehicles in Australia and the different ways they were powered. Find out about the huge job of building railways across the continent. Learn about the jobs ...

Embark on a visual journey through the roaring history of automobiles. From the nostalgic Golden Age to the record-breakers of the future, you'll learn about the development of automobiles, the brilliant engineers who brought them to life and how roads and motorways shaped our world in this beaut...

Aviation celebrates the ingenuity of aeroplanes, biplanes, monoplanes and helicopters past, present and future.