New Releases by Louise Spilsbury

Not only are Froghoppers capable of concealing themselves within in a blanket of their own bubbly spit, they can also jump 140 times their body length. That’s the equivalent of a human jumping over a skyscraper! Think that’s interesting? It’s just the beginning of the unbelievable things that insects can do. From moths to ants to beetles, insects may be small in size but they’re giants in terms of their talents.

Is bamboo really as strong as steel? Do some flowers stink so bad that they attract flies? Can water lilies actually grow up to eight feet across? Find out these answers and more in this book. The facts and images will educate, shock, and fascinate budding botanists.

"What can you spot on the farm? This book guides readers on a farm walk, gradually introducing clues such as tufts of fur on a fence or shapes in the mud to help them learn more about the diversity of farm habitats. This title includes stunning photographs, a simple guide on what to wear and take on a farm walk, and a detailed glossary."--

What can you spot in the woods? This book guides readers on a walk in the woods, gradually introducing clues such as hoof marks and leaf litter on a woodland floor to help them learn more about the diversity of woodland habitats. This title includes stunning photographs, a simple guide on what to wear and take on a walk in the woods, and a detailed glossary.

Introduces sound and how it is made, explaining how sound waves travel through the air, and includes activities to help readers understand how to make sound.

Introduces volume, explaining how sound waves work, and includes activities to help readers test the volume of sound.

Explains how sound moves through the air to allow humans and other animals to hear things, and includes activities to help readers experiment with sound.

The water cycle and each of its stages are presented in this book, which also guides readers through the role that plants, animals, and people play in that cycle.

Uses everyday examples and activities to introduce key concepts about sound.

"Our world is filled with living things too small to see. Some of these microorganisms are harmful, and some are helpful. This book explores the amazing diversity of microorganisms and looks at how we depend on them." --

Large bodies of water are all around us: rivers flow through our towns and cities, inland lakes collect pools of fresh water, and the salty ocean covers nearly two-thirds of the Earth’s surface. In this volume, readers will learn about the importance of these three natural sources of water, as well as their similarities and differences. Emphasis is also placed on the relationship between humans and these various water sources, both in terms of constructive use of these precious resources and the risks inherent in pollution. Readers will walk away with a better comprehension of the science behind bodies of water and the delicate balance of the ecosystem.

The lion is the undisputed king of Africa''s grasslands, comfortably placed at the top of most of the habitat''s food chains. This dynamic book offers a vividly detailed look at the grassland biome, and the lion''s position as apex predator. Fact-rich text examines the way that claws, teeth, eyes, and even mane help the lion track its prey, while also offering a comprehensive look at life within a pride of lions.

Sharp teeth and a frighteningly flexible, muscular body, make the boa constrictor the top predator on many of the Rain Forest''s food chains. This visually appealing, photograph-rich book uses vividly detailed text to explore the spectacular physical adaptations that make the boa constrictor such an insidious predator. Fact-filled sidebars offer context into the diverse rain forest and the myriad species that make up the links in its food chains. This book is a comprehensive look at a high-interest habitat.

Find out about potential energy and kinetic energy. How does heat move from one substance to another? Why is renewable energy so important? Includes three simple activities or experiments to try.

Explores the functions of cells and how they work.

PHYSICS. Visually interesting and easy to understand. This series presents basic physical science by asking a question, answering it, then giving three hands-on activities to try. Ages 9+

Describes for young readers what is in a garbage can, and how various creatures live off its contents.

Looks at how health and the ability to react to disease change during each stage of life, from birth to old age, including the impact of different lifestyle choices on the body.

Look closely at a pond and discover a world of inhabitants! A close look at this microhabitat reveals an unbelievable variety of organisms. Vibrant photographs and detailed illustrations combine to make these books informative and engaging. A visual table of contents helps readers navigate the text, and informative labels make the photographs valuable sources of information.

Looks at some of the endangered animals that call North America home, including kangaroo rats, polar bears, condors, sturgeons, and red wolves.

Introduces readers to a range of endangered animals found in Europe, with basic facts about each animal, and also why the animal''s habitat is threatened.

"This book introduces readers to a range of endangered animals found in Asia. Readers learn basic facts about each animal, and also why the animals habitat is threatened. The book also considers what people can do to help, both at an international level and at the level of the readers themselves. Habitat maps, fact boxes, labels, and captions all combine to aid understanding."--Provided by publisher.

"This book introduces readers to a range of endangered animals found in Africa. Readers learn basic facts about each animal, and also why the animals habitat is threatened. The book also considers what people can do to help, both at an international level and at the level of the readers themselves. Habitat maps, fact boxes, labels, and captions all combine to aid understanding."--Provided by publisher.

Explores how to survive in the Arctic and Antarctica, including what to eat and drink, health and safety issues, and more.

Looks at the impact of tourism around the globe and in such specific places as Mexico, Cyprus, and Kenya.

This volume provides a basic history of the printing press, and the printing industry.

Learn about crystals, what they are, how they are formed, and what they can be used for.

Describes how rocks become soil, the importance of soil in the environment, and the physical characteristics of different kinds of soils.

Introduces minerals, discussing how they are formed, where they are found, and their properties and uses.

Discusses the invention and evolution of the airplane.