This accessible, eye-catching book is jam-packed with incredible biology facts and the science behind them, written by award-winning science writer Anne Rooney.
From the amazing science of trees to unbelievable makeup of the human body, these jaw-dropping facts allow readers to rediscover subjects such as ecology, evolution, and animal behaviour in an entirely new light. Each new concept is kicked off with a surprising fact - and then we take you behind the scenes to discover the science secrets behind that particular phenomenon. Did you know that...
- Some mammals can sense magnetic fields
- The largest living thing on Earth is a fungus
> Supporting STEM learning, these surprising facts are a perfect entryway into learning important biology concepts that kids will love sharing with family and friends. These are brought to life by full-color illustrations, diagrams, fact boxes and a glossary of key terms. Perfect for kids aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Know Your Science! series presents extraordinary and mind-boggling science facts that kids will love, and the scientific explanations behind them, brought to life with vibrant diagrams and illustrations.