Most Popular Books by Anne Rooney

Where did the first cells come from? If we evolved from monkeys, why are there still monkeys? How did birds first take flight? Join us on an extraordinary journey through the history of life in this unique, beautifully illustrated book. Explore one of the most incredible ideas in modern science ... how natural selection has given rise to the mind-boggling diversity of life on Earth today. Featuring fun fact boxes, an illustrated timeline and a glossary of key terms, Story of Life is presented in a clear, easy-to-understand way while maintaining rigorous scientific accuracy. A perfect gift for children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Story of Everything is a beautifully illustrated series for young readers which tells the story of life as we know it, from the big bang to evolution and the history of human development.

Science at its most basic is knowledge about and study of the truths of the world. A scientist studies the world around us—and sometimes within us—to learn more about the rules that govern it and the reasons why things work the way they do. In this informative book, students will read more about science and the way scientists look at a question or problem, learning through examples that range from the deepest mysteries of the human body to the far-flung reaches of space. Thought-provoking questions about medicine, animals, the universe, and much more will draw readers in and get them pondering more about the world we live in.

This volume traces humanity''s exploration of the heavens from Neolithic times to NASA. Moving beyond early superstitions and cosmology, scientific study began by first making calendars and predicting astronomical events. The invention of the telescope around 1600 marked a watershed in the field of astronomy. Since the first recognition that the planets are other worlds, the wonders of space have puzzled and enthralled us. With a wealth of full-color and archival images and a compelling narrative style, this text charts our fascination with stars from before Stonehenge to the search for exoplanets and extraterrestrial life.

How Can We Save Our World looks at how the idea of sustainable development is having an increasing influence on a wide range of human activities. The books examine the environmental costs and unsustainable nature of modern life, and discuss ways in which society can progress toward a more sustainable future. Sustainable Water Resources describes the origins of the world''s water and how we use water in our homes, industries, and agriculture. It discusses: € The pressures on the water supply today € How water shortages affect people''s lives € Technological solutions for providing clean water and processing water € How we can use water more efficiently to ensure there is enough for all.

What is snot made of? Can trees talk to each other? How was the Grand Canyon made? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this wild and wacky book filled with mind-blowing science facts for young readers. With an engaging Q&A format and hilarious cartoon illustrations, this book supports STEM learning and is a wonderful way to introduce scientific ideas to children in an entertaining and accessible way. Perfect for children aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Big Ideas! is a dynamic, educational "fun fact" series for children, illustrated throughout with humorous cartoons. Packed with surprising facts, stats, and records that kids will just love to share, it revels in all things weird, unexpected, mind-blowing, funny, and gross!

This book traces the development of psychology from its origins as a branch of philosophy to the present day, when it is a discipline in its own right, closely allied with neurology and physiology. Taking in aspects of religious thought and belief, philosophy, anthropology, medical science, psychology, and psychotherapy, the book takes as its subject matter the understanding of the mind. Topics include the study of the soul, how the mind was perceived in the ancient world, and altered consciousness. Beautifully illustrated throughout in full color, this book will give readers a greater interest in and appreciation for psychology.

Meet Dracula as he attempts to move from Transylvania to England. Count Dracula, a terrifying vampire, has travelled to England in search of new victims. However, a group of friends discover his secret and are determined to destroy him. Carefully retold in clear contemporary language, and presented with stunning illustrations, these favourite horror classics will capture the hearts and imagination of young readers. The Classic Horror series includes the following titles: Dracula: 9781781716304 Frankenstein: 9781781716281 Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde: 9781781716328 Sleepy Hollow: 9781781716342

"Karl and his friend Daniel discover a migrant worker, kidnapped by her gang master. Can they save her in time, or are they all now in terrible danger?"--

Think Like a Psychologist is a fun introduction to the universal aspects of psychology that affect our daily lives and relationships. Using a Q&A format, the book delves into questions such as: • What goes on in your children''s minds during adolescence? • Why do many of us feel dissatisfied? • Is it possible to improve your memory? • Can you control your dreams? An accessible read that helps to explain exactly what''s going on in the world around us.

Four short stories: a girl has a strange encounter on a misty road; a boy at war steps into the past; an ancient wrong needs to be righted; and a stay in the country isn''t what it seems.

"A striking portrayal of one of the greatest thinkers of all time, a man of paradox and rich complexity, but above all a man of boundless humanity"--from page [4] of cover.

Have you ever wondered why we often think of mad scientists and nutty professors? Well, you''re about to find out! With the help of a gang of cartoon characters, this fact-filled book guides you through all the revolting realms of science. From the workings of the human body, animals and creepy crawlies, to planet earth, space and beyond - prepare to be electrified with knowledge! So, hold on to your lab coats... you''re in for a shock!

Hurricane! describes how and where hurricanes, cyclones and typhoons happen.

Can you spot a psychopath? Will smiling make you happy? Can you be bored to death? How can we motivate ourselves to succeed? Take a peek behind the curtain of the mysterious human mind in this fascinating guide. The 15-Minute Psychologist introduces readers to many universal aspects of psychology which affect our day-to-day lives, written in an accessible Q&A format. Drawing on the theories of psychologists such as Sigmund Freud, Jean Piaget and Abraham Maslow, this engaging and accessible book covers dreams, the psychology of motivation and more. In understanding these concepts, readers will be able to apply them to their own lives get insight into common dilemmas. ABOUT THE SERIES: Ideas to Save Your Life takes concepts from academic subjects and applies them to your everyday life. Written in an engaging Q&A format, these books will help you answer fundamental questions and improve your day-to-day living.

A Beginner''s Guide to Understanding and Communicating with the Other Side For many people, natural psychic abilities are more disruptive than they are helpful, and sometimes they''re downright terrifying. This empowering book shares tips and techniques for learning to use your psychic abilities in a way that enhances your life and helps you balance your mind, body, and spirit. Discover how to tell the difference between spirits and ghosts. Learn how to work with negative entities and protect yourself from psychic harm. Explore how to receive messages and channel the wisdom of your guides. Lisa Anne Rooney provides crucial advice on everything from energy clearing to taking spiritual lessons to heart. She also offers inspiring insights and words of encouragement for those times when you need it most.

Think Like a Philosopher is a fun introduction to the main concepts of philosophy, showing how the subject has a clear, practical, and vital purpose to our daily lives and thinking. Using a Q&A format and written in an amusing, easy-to-understand style, the author explains the philosophical arguments around questions such as: • Should I eat meat? • Does God exist? • Is capital punishment wrong? • Will a new iPhone make you happy? A light-hearted read that sheds light on how the world''s greatest minds have approached so many of the questions we face on a daily basis.

Presents four stories for reluctant readers that feature a variety of mysteries.

Computers affect all areas of our lives, yet they have only been around for about 50 years. Today they are among our most powerful tools. This book looks at the cutting edge of computer technology today, and how simple ideas and dreams will help shape the future. Find out: How computers help solve crimes. Why do some robots look like snakes? What cyber threats is the world is facing?

Long ago, the earliest human civilisations discovered the strange and fascinating quality of particular numbers and wove them into their superstitions and religions. Numbers have entranced people ever since. This book tells the story of mankind through mathematics, from cave dwelling to modern life.

Earthquake! describes how and where earthquakes happen.

Young readers can turbo-charge their science skills with this mind-expanding book, jam-packed with over 50 awesome science experiments! These eye-opening tricks will introduce children to the miraculous world of biology, chemistry and physics, including forces, optics, acoustics and more. Every experiment is set out in clear, step-by-step instructions with hilarious cartoon artworks and includes a breakdown of the scientific principles behind it. Experiments include: • How to make eggs bounce and bones bend • How to make secret messages using just a ... lemon?! • How to bend light with water • How to create your own eye-opening optical illusions Through these fun experiments, this book will spark a life-long interest in the marvels of science. Perfect for readers aged 7+. ABOUT THE SERIES: Bamboozle, befuddle and blow the minds of young readers with the Absolutely Epic Activity Books. This fab and funny series of puzzles, experiments and activities feature wacky cartoon illustrations and are perfect for kids aged 7+.

Patrick hears a funny noise in the garden.

All of Henry''s friends have wobbly teeth. Henry is sad. His teeth won''t wobble at all. Then one day at recess, Henry gets a big surprise!

Traces the origins and development of arithmetic, statistics, geometry, and calculus from the ancient civilizations to the present.

Was mathematics invented or discovered? Why do we have negative numbers? How much math does a pineapple know? Think Like a Mathematician will answer all your burning questions about mathematics, as well as some ones you never thought of asking! Whether you want to know about probability, infinity, or even the possibility of alien life, this book provides a fun and accessible approach to understanding all things mathematics - and more - in the context of everyday life.

Patrick hears a funny noise in the garden.

Follow the step-by-step instructions to through the process of designing and constructing your own Minecraft city.

A Beginner''s Guide to Understanding and Communicating with the Other Side For many people, natural psychic abilities are more disruptive than they are helpful, and sometimes they''re downright terrifying. This empowering book shares tips and techniques for learning to use your psychic abilities in a way that enhances your life and helps you balance your mind, body, and spirit. Discover how to tell the difference between spirits and ghosts. Learn how to work with negative entities and protect yourself from psychic harm. Explore how to receive messages and channel the wisdom of your guides. Lisa Anne Rooney provides crucial advice on everything from energy clearing to taking spiritual lessons to heart. She also offers inspiring insights and words of encouragement for those times when you need it most.

Discover how we have explored space. From the invention of the rocket to the first man in space. From the first men on the moon to a future on Mars. Whether your reluctant readers want to know about famous historical events, comic heroes, deadly plagues and animals, the wonders of space or mountain exploration, there is something in this set to cater for them! With a reading age of 8-8.5, and full of features to make reading more inviting for reluctant or struggling readers, these books are perfect to ignite an interest for a new subject, whilst simultaneously developing a sense of achievement and progress in the act of reading.

From the early barter system, through the Industrial Revolution, to the emergence of globalization, economics has defined our lives. Think Like an Economist is a fun introduction to the main ideas of economics, untangling its intricacies and revealing the ways in which individuals, societies and nations allocate resources. Using a Q&A format, the book delves into questions such as: • Why don''t we just print more money? • Is cash on the way out? • How does the stock market work? • Is the whole world capitalist now? Written in an amusing and easy-to-understand style, Anne Rooney investigates how economics can be used to improve living standards and make the world a better place.

You might not like numbers when you have to do your maths homework, but it would be hard to live without them. Imagine how difficult life would be if you couldn’t count things or be precise about time, distance or price. You wouldn’t know how old you are, or how long you have to wait until it’s the holiday. We couldn’t build anything accurately, we’d have no computers and you couldn’t even go shopping. You Wouldn’t Want to Live Without Numbers! is part of a brand-new science and technology strand within the internationally acclaimed You Wouldn’t Want to Be series. The clear, engaging text and humorous illustrations bring the subject to life and stimulate young readers'' curiosity about the world around them. Specially commissioned cartoon-style illustrations in full colour make these books attractive and accessible even to reluctant readers. Information is conveyed through captions, labels and humorous speech bubbles in addition to the main text. Illustrated sidebars headed ‘How It Works’, ‘Top Tip’ or ‘You Can Do It’ supply more facts, describe simple, safe experiments, or steps that readers can take to help make the world a better place. Each volume includes a timeline and a list of ‘Did You Know?’ facts.

Discusses vampires and wether or not they are real.

Can you imagine what our lives would be like after an outbreak of super-plague? How would people respond to the danger and how would medical professionals cope? What would be the threats to public order and to the things we take for granted, such as the supply of food and energy? This book traces the possible consequences of a global event on this scale, with ideas and evidence based on similar scenarios that are a part of fact and fiction.

Characteristics of zombies and how to recognize them are presented.

Tsunami! describes how earthquakes and volcanoes cause deadly waves, the devastation they inflict on communities and the environment, and why they are so difficult to predict.

Black Beauty spends his youth in a loving home, surrounded by friends and cared for by his owners. But when circumstances change, he learns that not all humans are so kind. Passed from hand to hand, Black Beauthy witnesses love and cruelty, wealth and poverty, friendship and hardship... Will the handsome horse ever find a happy and lasting home" --Dust jacket flap.