Bøger af Anna Claybourne

Introduces children to advanced topics by using simple text and delightful illustrations.

Magical, mysterious and sometimes mischievous, the fairy folk of the world are notoriously elusive, but this charming compendium will reveal their secrets.

The Mermaid Atlas will be your ultimate companion in discovering all your merfolk facts!

Egypt is a hugely popular subject for children

Romeo and Juliet are in love... but their families are bitter enemies. Set in medieval Vienna, a place of sword fights, secrets and magic potions, their tragic love story plays out to a desperate end. This simple retelling is a brilliant introduction to the work of William Shakespeare for young readers growing in confidence and ability. Includes a guide to the characters and links to recommended websites for children to find out more about Shakespeare and the play. "e;Crack reading and make confident and enthusiastic readers with this fantastic reading programme."e; - Julia Eccleshare

An around the world adventure to meet 80 different breeds of horse, celebrating the huge variety of horses found across the globe.

A great way for visual learners to explore the diverse, interconnected topics within biology.

A colourful guide to the horrible, shocking and disgusting aspects of the science of human body and a fantastic way to inspire children in science learning.The book investigates everything from sweat and snot to spots and teeth cavities and, of course, farting and burping. 'See for yourself' panels help children relate the science to their everyday world.It is part of the Disgusting Science series, which explores the weird, revolting and shocking aspects of science for children aged 7 plus. It features child-friendly text and fun cartoon illustrations. From plants and life cycles to the human body and animal adaptations, the books offer fun examples to provide ways in to understanding solid scientific principles. Titles in the series: Human Body Horrors, Beastly Animals, Gruesome Plants, Revolting Life Cycles.

Our planet is covered in water, but most of the ocean is a mystery - until now. It's time to voyage with seabirds, surf the waves, dodge a polar bear and dive in a submersible - there's a deep blue world to explore.

Meet Professor Pooch and her considerably less-than-brilliant Doberman assistant, who will introduce core science topics in this humorous, comic book series. Join the dogs to find out about the speed of light, refraction, shadows, light energy, X-rays, and more!

Meet Professor Pooch and her considerably less-than-brilliant Doberman assistant, who will introduce core science topics in this humorous, comic book series. Professor Pooch explains how and why things move--or don't--to the friendly and curious dogs.

A beautifully illustrated guide to the world's most fearsome and legendary dragons, with magical stories, maps, fascinating dragon facts and tales of close encounters.

Aims to bridge the gap between playing and learning.

The next installment in the 100 Most series highlights the world's most incredible places, buildings, objects, and events, including the Grand Canyon, Great Wall of China, Angel Falls, the Aurora Borealis, and more. Full color.

Think you've got science all figured out? Think again! This hands-on, inspirational book celebrates the wild side of science-the side that breaks rules, embraces mistakes and creativity, and positively revels in mess. So leave your hang-ups at the door-it's time to get stuck In. Readers will be ditching their preconceptions about science and sketching, writing, and drawing directly into the book. And if they make a mistake? That's just part of the fun! If you know a young person who thinks science is just not for them, this book will open their eyes to a completely different way of looking at chemistry, biology, and physics. They'll discover a whole new world of fun and possibilities! . Discover how music and science intersect by making your own instrument and music notation . Get arty with color theory-and check out some awesome optical illusions . Solve problems creatively with simple machines>With a glossary of key scientific terms included, this is a brilliant, brain-boosting book for readers aged 8+.

Unequal Planet offers young readers a clear, insightful look at Earth's ongoing inequality crisis If everyone on Earth was equal, we would have the same standards of living, opportunities, wealth, health and other factors that make our lives different. But this isn't the case, the world is not an equal place and many experience great inequality in their lives. Unequal Planet looks at the reasons behind global inequality - from where people are born to their individual income to the impacts of climate change, and suggests some positive, practical solutions to this complex and challenging issue. It also explores what we can all do - at a global and an individual level - to help make the world a more equal and better place.Aimed at readers aged 9 and up.Contents:1: IT'S NOT FAIR! 2: WHAT IS MONEY? 3: WEALTH AND INCOME 4: RICH AND POOR COUNTRIES 5: NATURAL RESOURCES 6: LAND GRAB! 7: CASE STUDY: HAITI 8: DEALING WITH DEBT9: INVENTIONS AND TECHNOLOGY 10: CASE STUDY: NORWAY 11: INEQUALITY IN SOCIETY 12: MORE INEQUALITIES 13: CLIMATE CHANGE CRISIS 14: CASE STUDY: TORRES STRAIT ISLANDERS 15: CAN WE FIX IT? 16: INTERNATIONAL AID 17: EDUCATION AND KNOWLEDGE 18: CASE STUDY: EQUALITY FOR WOMEN 19: BIG IDEAS20: WHAT CAN YOU DO? 21: A FAIRER FUTURE?22: GLOSSARY 23: FURTHER READING 24: INDEX Titles in this series:Plastic PlanetHot PlanetRecycled PlanetSustainable PlanetExtinction PlanetPeaceful Planet

Think you've got math all figured out? Think again! Young readers can discover the wacky, weird and incredible side of math with this hands-on, inspirational and accessible guide, written by award-winning author Anna Claybourne. This book will show children math from a completely new angle - and we're not just talking about geometry! Inside you will find genius number tricks, secret shortcuts, impossible shapes, cool codes and awesome experiments. Readers will be ditching their preconceptions about math and sketching, writing, and drawing directly into the book. And if they make a mistake? That's just part of the fun! - Explore how art and math intersect by exploring subjects such as symmetry and tessellation. - Create and crack clever codes. - Explore math illusions. - Play an ancient shape game! >This book covers key mathematical concepts in new ways, including angles, percentages, trigonometry, symmetry and even Pi numbers, and will open children's eyes to a new world of fun and possibilities! Delightfully illustrated in full-color, it's perfect for readers aged 8+

Perfect for kids who love science.

This book will help children problem solve, measure and develop their own spatial awareness, and teach them how to use and understand shapes.