Bøker av Clive Gifford

Myth Busters: Animal Errors takes readers on a wild ride through the natural world in search of-the truth!Have you been told a goldfish only has a three-second memory? Or that ostriches bury their head in the sand? Think again! Conspiracy theories, popular trivia, old wives' tales, common misconceptions and misinterpretations are explored to explain exactly why they are wrong, and how and why they were adopted as fact in the first place.Thoroughly entertaining with fun typography, fast-paced text written by Clive Gifford, light and fascinating side-stories, and lively, photo-montaged illustrations, this big huge compendium of curriculum-led subjects appeals to today's technological-savvy children. Fully detailing each myth and error, along with its historical or scientific background, each falsehood is debunked, and then a full explanation of its true facts are presented.

Myth Busters: Body Bloopers takes readers on a wild ride through the human body in search of the truth!Have you been told carrots improve your eyesight? Or that junk food causes spots? Think again! Conspiracy theories, popular trivia, old wives' tales, common misconceptions and misinterpretations are explored to untruth exactly why they are wrong, and how and why they were adopted as fact in the first place.Thoroughly entertaining with fun typography, fast-paced text written by Clive Gifford, light and fascinating side-stories, and lively, photo-montaged illustrations, this big huge compendium of curriculum-led subjects appeals to today's technological-savvy children. Fully detailing each myth and error, along with its historical or scientific background, each falsehood is debunked, and then a full explanation of its true facts are presented.

The Causes and Impact of Climate Change is the perfect way for young readers to get to grips with the subject and its terminology. With a clear and entertaining explanation, comic strips, photographs, and illustrations, it reveals what climate change is, its impact on the planet, how it can be slowed down, and what you can do to help...

Powered by Plants explores the world of plants and how their properties are increasingly helping to shape the cutting edge of human technology and design.

A fun and fascinating book for children aged 6+ who love facts about science, technology, animals, sports, the human body and the environment

With over 100 puns, one liners, visual gags and plays on words, this book will have your friends, family and even pets laughing!

Explore the colourful birds, dangerous animals, and vibrant plants found within the depths of the world's rainforests. This illustrated pocket-sized book is full of easy-to-read information about rainforests, and is an ideal starting point to introduce children to the importance of conservation.

Uncover the mysteries of space in this funny technology series

Uncover the mysteries of computing in this funny technology series

Uncover the mysteries of transport in this funny technology series

Discover the biggest creatures to have roamed the Earth, past and present. You'll meet the giants of the forest, plains, rivers, sea and sky through illustrated scenes of them in their natural habitats and compare the size of these humongous creatures to humans. Includes a visual timeline.

Quirky illustrations with easily digestible information, this book is a compilation of 100 amazing inventions you need to know about.

An engaging look at the global impact of robots and robotics, discovering how eco robots move, sense and make decisions in the service of humans

An engaging look at the global impact of robots and robotics, discovering how robot helpers move, sense and make decisions in the service of humans

An engaging look at the global impact of robots and robotics, discovering how explorer robots move, sense and make decisions in the service of humans

An engaging look at the global impact of robots and robotics, discovering how super-smart robots move, sense and make decisions in the service of humans.

Build your sports skills with the Sports Academy series

Build your basketball skills with the Sports Academy series

Build your sports skills with the Sports Academy series

Build your netball skills with the Sports Academy series

Build your sports skills with the Sports Academy series

This environmentally positive book encourages readers to become guardians of the planet, suggesting proactive ways of addressing the factors that contribute to climate change in their own home.

Looking at the causes and manifestations of the extreme damage waste causes to our planet and the solar system, and exploring possible solutions

Debunk misconceptions and find out the truth about animals in Myth Busters: Animal Errors!

Debunk misconceptions and find out the truth about the body in Myth Busters: Body Bloopers!