The Big Earth Book
Planet Earth. Four elements. One incredible story. Lonely Planet Kids' The Big Earth Book takes children on a rollercoaster ride through history, geography, science and more to show how four elements - earth, fire, air and water - created the world and everything that exists today. Amazing facts, photography and illustrations bring our planet and its past to life in an exciting, engaging way.Written by Mark Brake, a science writer and broadcaster who's worked for NASA, the BBC and the National Science Museum of Thailand, and created in consultation with Dr Mike Goldsmith, a research scientist and writer with a PhD in astrophysics from Keele University in the UK.Highlights include:Earth:How the Earth was formedThe structure of the EarthPlate tectonics and rocksEarthquakes and volcanoesHumans in the stone ageHunter-gatherers and farmingFossils and digging for treasureDNA: the code of lifeFire:Ingredients for fireFire and humansThe history of fireThe dangers of wildfireThe Great Fire of LondonGunpowder and fireworksThe combustion engineCarbon and global warmingAir:What's air made of?The Northern LightsHow animals learned to flyDinosaurs in the airBirds and batsThe history of flightSpeech and languageMusic and instrumentsWeather and climateWater:The origins of waterRivers and oceansThe water cycleThe Hanging Gardens of BabylonCanals, bridges and damsExploring the seasThe age of explorationTsunamis and waterfallsAbout Lonely Planet Kids: Come explore! Let's start an adventure. Lonely Planet Kids excites and educates children about the amazing world around them. Combining astonishing facts, quirky humour and eye-catching imagery, we ignite their curiosity and encourage them to discover more about our planet. Every book draws on our huge team of global experts to help share our continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place - inspiring children at home and in school.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Shipping:
US$ 6.96
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Shipping:
US$ 9.67
From United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Seller: MusicMagpie, Stockport, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. Kearney, Brendan (illustrator). 1733407172. 12/5/2024 1:59:32 PM. Seller Inventory # U9781787012776
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Kearney, Brendan (illustrator). Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00079106048
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: SecondSale, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Kearney, Brendan (illustrator). Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00076628789
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Zoom Books East, Glendale Heights, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: good. Kearney, Brendan (illustrator). Book is in good condition and may include underlining highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZEV.1787012778.G
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Condition: Good. Kearney, Brendan (illustrator). Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 39255452-20
Quantity: 2 available
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. Kearney, Brendan (illustrator). Ships from the UK. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 46649658-20
Quantity: 2 available
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Condition: Very Good. Kearney, Brendan (illustrator). Ships from the UK. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 51058670-20
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Brit Books, Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Used; Very Good. Kearney, Brendan (illustrator). ***Simply Brit*** Welcome to our online used book store, where affordability meets great quality. Dive into a world of captivating reads without breaking the bank. We take pride in offering a wide selection of used books, from classics to hidden gems, ensuring there is something for every literary palate. All orders are shipped within 24 hours and our lightning fast-delivery within 48 hours coupled with our prompt customer service ensures a smooth journey from ordering to delivery. Discover the joy of reading with us, your trusted source for affordable books that do not compromise on quality. Seller Inventory # 4129143
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: GF Books, Inc., Hawthorne, CA, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Kearney, Brendan (illustrator). Book is in Used-VeryGood condition. Pages and cover are clean and intact. Used items may not include supplementary materials such as CDs or access codes. May show signs of minor shelf wear and contain very limited notes and highlighting. 3.31. Seller Inventory # 1787012778-2-3
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Books Unplugged, Amherst, NY, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Kearney, Brendan (illustrator). Buy with confidence! Book is in good condition with minor wear to the pages, binding, and minor marks within 3.31. Seller Inventory # bk1787012778xvz189zvxgdd
Quantity: 1 available