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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Managing water Managing water Richard Spilsbury Properties of water - Water supply - Freshwater and groundwater stores - Water distribution and treatment - Acid rain - Changes to water availability including draining and drying wetlands, river div… OL11709919W
Plant growth Plant growth Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury Obtaining nutrients, water and light - Leaves - Insect-eating plants - Growth shapes - Growth cycles. OL11709922W
The television The television Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury Helps readers learn the history of the invention of the television. This title includes information on the key players, the setbacks along the way, and the moments of discovery. OL15538376W
Soil Soil Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury Describes how rocks become soil, the importance of soil in the environment, and the physical characteristics of different kinds of soils. OL16148754W
The oil industry The oil industry Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury Using case studies from around the world that showcase both the positive and the negative impacts development projects can have, this title explores the consequences of different kinds of resource ma… OL16486351W
Towns and cities Towns and cities Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury,Oxford Designers and Illustrators Are we doing enough to make our towns and cities sustainable? Is green thinking making a difference? We are all aware of the importance of the environment - it's always in the news and it affects our… OL16498940W
Living By The Seaside Living By The Seaside Richard Spilsbury Supporting the QCA schemes of work at KS1, this book features examples of collecting and recording evidence to develop key geography skills. It includes information on making and using maps, and prov… OL17404312W
Who Marched for Civil Rights Who Marched for Civil Rights Richard Spilsbury,HL Studios Staff "This book shows how we know about the marchers and their experiences from primary and othr sources. It includes information on some historical detective work that has taken place, which has enabled … OL17530571W
Ww2 Survival Tips Ww2 Survival Tips Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury Useful tips on how to survive ordinary, everyday events in the second world war. For example: how to cope with evacuation, dig shelters, ration food and similar things. OL17551013W
Zoom in on Body Invaders Zoom in on Body Invaders Richard Spilsbury Body Invaders zooms in on some of the weird and wonderful creatures - such as ticks, mites, lice and viruses - that live on and in our bodies. Learn about the creepy crawlies that live in your eyelas… OL19340168W
Zoom in on House of Horrors Zoom in on House of Horrors Richard Spilsbury House of Horrors zooms in on some of the weird and wonderful creatures - such as spiders, silverfish, dust mites and woodworms - that share our houses. Learn how to follow a cockroach trail, and meet… OL19340170W
Plant parts Plant parts Richard Spilsbury Describes the world of plants and the various parts of specific plants, such as flower, seed, roots, trunk, and more. OL19932258W
Animals in Danger in North America Animals in Danger in North America Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury,Michael Bright "Richard Spilsbury is an experienced author of nonfiction books for young people. He has written about a wide range of topics including science, nature, and history. Louise Spilsbury is a very experi… OL20378738W
Animals in danger in Africa Animals in danger in Africa Richard Spilsbury Written by the writing team of Richard and Louise Spilsbury this title focuses on endangered species in Africa. OL20823582W
The life cycle of insects The life cycle of insects Richard Spilsbury Discusses how insects differ from other animals, their habitat, what they eat, how they are born and develop, how they reproduce, and their typical life expectancy. OL20857631W
On wheels On wheels Richard Spilsbury Introduces the children to some of the concepts and vocabulary, such as purpose, properties and design, linked to design technology. Includes simple handicraft projects for children that are designed… OL20864709W
Turn it up! turn it down! Turn it up! turn it down! Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury,HL Studios Staff Learn how sounds are made and why some are louder than others. OL20900779W
The science of avalanches The science of avalanches Richard Spilsbury Made of snow, ice, and rocks, avalanches can start in a variety of ways, including by people. Readers will explore the causes and effects of different kinds of avalanches through fact-filled and acce… OL20920739W
Pacific Ocean Pacific Ocean Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury Where is the deepest point on Earth? How are tsunamis caused? Why do some people live in houses on stilts? Raise the anchor and set sail on a journey round the five oceans of the world. Read maps and… OL21275909W
Indian Ocean Indian Ocean Louise Spilsbury,Richard Spilsbury "What happens when the monsoon season starts? Why do people visit the Red Sea? Why are dugongs also called sea cows? Dip your toe into the warm Indian Ocean, but watch out for cyclones and whale shar… OL21279370W
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