Best Selling Books by Jon Kirkwood

Describes the sun, moon, stars, and solar system, our exploration of space, the equipment and spacecrafts we have used, and the discoveries we have made.

Explores the world of astronomy, discussing planets, stars, meteors, comets, galaxies, and more.

This big red fire truck is coming to town-with exploding drawings & photographs of all the incredible moving parts inside it.

Captioned illustrations provide information about all kinds of vehicles, including cars, fire engines, trains, tanks, airplanes, and submarines.

Discusses the structure of the solar system, the individual planets, and such related phenomena as asteroids, comets, moons, and more.

Examines the background and history of car racing and the construction, operation, and maintenance of the vehicles used. A detailed fold-out shows a cross-section of a car, how it works, and what gives it its speed.

Examines different types of trucks, how they work, how they are used, and the people who drive them.

Describes various kinds of firefighting equipment, including fire trucks, fire boats, aerial platforms, and other emergency equipment.

Cross-section illustrations invite the reader to peer inside cathedrals, castles and palaces, industrial giants, sky scrapers, and other buildings to see how they were built.

With practical experiments and easy-to-follow instructions, Look Into Space guides the reader through the wonders of the universe. Illustrated with great colour photographs and diagrams. Ages 6-9.

Text and illustrations present information on a variety of animals from aardvarks and butterflies to whales and zebras.

The Kingfisher First Encyclopedia of Animals is the ideal introductory encyclopedia for young wildlife enthusiasts, containing a wealth of animal information explained in an understandable, accessible manner. The entries are clearly presented, with simple, informative text and attractive artworks and photographs which aid understanding and enhance the books appeal to young readers.

Introduces the constellations and types of stars, galaxies, and nebulae, and explains how to observe these objects in different hemispheres during different seasons and with a celestial globe, in a book that contains die-cut pages to allow readers to seet

Climb aboard some of the biggest machines in the world and have a detailed look inside. Large text format with big colorful detailed diagrams, cross sections and photographs of each of the machines. Ages 4-6.

Presents some of the different types of vehicles and equipment that are designed for fighting fires in different environments, and describes their parts and how they are used.

See all the incredible things machines can do, from lifting heavy materials on construction sites to transporting heavy loads on long journeys -- Amazon.com.

Provides examples of different types of optical illusions and includes six models for creating three-dimensional visual tricks.

What causes an echo? How is a rainbow made? Learn the answers to these scientific questions and more in this fascinating new book. Starting with the basics, inquisitive kids will learn about electromagnetism, static electricity, matter, forces and motion, weight and density, and much more. Each section includes easy-to-do experiments, diagrams, vocabulary, and explanations. By using common household items with the materials included in the book, kids can conduct 50 experiments and turn themselves into super scientists!

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Describes the physical characteristics, natural habitat, behavior, diet, and world distribution of cockroaches.

Presents some of the different types of vehicles that are designed for moving the earth, knocking down buildings, building roads and tunnels, mining, and other purposes, and describes their parts and how they are used.

Come along with us and take a Look Inside Machines to learn what makes your favorite machines tick! From diggers, to farm equipment, to big rigs, to fire trucks, this series has awesome trucks waiting around every turn. From the oversized and unusual, to equipment you see everyday, this engaging and entertaining series will teach you a load about your favorite machines that you never knew before. Now dive into Farm Equipment to see all the incredible things machines can do, from plowing the earth to harvesting crops, and learn just how cool farm machines are!

This is a pocket-sized encyclopaedia that introduces everything the young, enquiring mind should want to know about the animals. Organized by theme, it contains step-by-step experiments, cross-reference boxes and a full index and glossary.

This 160-page volume takes readers on a fascinating journey to the farthest reaches of space without ever leaving the ground. Fantastic images & revealing text allow readers to explore the wonders of the cosmos, while experiments let them study the size & scale of the universe in which we live.

Suitable for National Curriculum Key Stage 1-2, an investigation into the exciting but dangerous world of firefighting, with a look at the equipment and vehicles used for battling a variety of fires, from forest blazes to fires out at sea. Features cutaway illustrations.

Suitable for National Curriculum Key Stage 1-2, a look at the different types of truck that are in use today, from crawlers that are able to carry a space shuttle to vehicles that become road trains. Features cutaway illustrations.

A unique look inside the world of motorsport from the thrills of carting to the wealthy world of Formula One. 9-12 yrs.