Heinemann first library

Introduces children to the life cycle of a spider, describing the changes the insects go through during each developmental stage.

Traces the life cycle of a mushroom, describing how mushrooms grow, where to find mushrooms, what mushroom spores are, and how mushrooms are harvested.

Looks at the different instruments that comprise the woodwind section of the orchestra, and explains how they make their sounds, how they are played, and how they are used in various types of music.

Examines the characteristics and locations of the world's oceans, and takes a look at the various food chains that exist there, beginning with plankton and ending with top predators. Also discusses scavengers in the ocean, and how to protect food chains. Includes color photographs, a glossary, and further resources.

Color photographs, text, and experiments explore bridges and the science behind how they are designed and built.

Explores a variety of different ways mountains can form, resulting in mountains like block or fold mountains, and the geological and climatic features typical of mountains.

Provides a basic biography of Queen Elizabeth II. Includes photographs, a family tree, a fact file, a glossary, and further resources.

A simple introduction to the physical characteristics, diet, life cycle, predators, habitat, and lifespan of termites.

"This fascinating series takes a very simple look at animal classifications, with each book focussing on a different group of animal. This book is about amphibians: what they do, how they behave, and how these characteristics are different from other groups of animals. Beautifully illustrated with colorful photographs, the book shows many examples of different types of amphibians in their natural environment."--Provided by publisher.