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Your Passport To South Korea
What is it like to live in or visit South Korea? What makes South Korea’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of South Korean people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
The Disastrous Wrangel Island Arctic Expedition
In 1921, Inupait seamstress Ada Blackjack joined a a group of four white men who wanted to establish a trading post on Wrangel Island in the freezing Arctic Ocean. The explorers were stranded on the island when their return ship was forced to turn ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 1.0
- Book Cover : Hardback
Your Passport To Sri Lanka
What is it like to live in or visit Sri Lanka? What makes Sri Lanka’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions and daily lives of Sri Lankan people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Your Passport To Guatemala
What is it like to live in or visit Guatemala? What makes Guatemala’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Guatemalan people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Zeus Vs Ra
It’s a battle of the leader of the gods versus the god of the sun. The Greek god Zeus controls the skies and can shape shift as he wishes. With his connection to the sun, the Egyptian god Ra provides life, warmth and growth. If these gods were to ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
World Civilizations
Explores the main world settlements througout history, including here they were located, daily life, culture, ad historical significance.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Unsolved Questions About The Human Body
Why do we yawn? Are left-handed people more creative? Why do we have fingerprints? When it comes to our bodies, there are a whole lot of questions we’re still trying to answer. Get ready to explore the unknown and discover how scientists are ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Polar Bear Vs Orca
The icy cold Arctic is home to both the powerful polar bear and intelligent orca, two mighty predators. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the polar bear’s patience in stalking its prey and strength in attack put it on top? Or ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Mysteries Of The Universe
Has the universe always existed? Scientists have looked further into space and discovered the galaxies moving. Were they once closer together? If scientists look far enough, can they discover where our universe started? Budding astronomers will learn...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Mysteries Of Black Holes And Dark Matter
What is a black hole? What is dark matter and what is it made of? How do scientists discover black holes and dark matter if they cant be seen? What do scientists know about these mysterious parts of the universe and what do they still hope to find ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Tiny But Deadly Creatures
The world is crawling with all sorts of insects and other tiny creatures. But don’t be fooled by their small size. Many of these creatures are quite dangerous. Some are armed with powerful poison that can kill a person. Others carry and spread ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Mysteries Of Meteors, Asteroids And Comets
What are asteroids, comets, and meteors made of? What can scientists do if an asteroid is headed toward Earth? Learn how astronomers prepare for space objects hitting Earth, from tracking them to building asteroid-hunting telescopes. Budding ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
How Long Do Stars Last?
This book uncovers just how long stars last. Learn fascinating facts about their life cycle. Read this book to find out more about the science behind the cycle.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Beasts On The Battlefield: Animals In Combat
Animals have played an important role in warfare throughout history. The Armed Forces have long relied on animals' natural abilities to achieve their missions. From medieval warriors charging into combat on horseback to dolphins locating explosive ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.3
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Your Passport To Australia
What is it like to live in or visit Australia? What makes Australia’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions and daily lives of Australian people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.4
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Your Passport To Italy
What is it like to live in or visit Italy? What makes Italy’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Italian people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.4
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Your Passport To Argentina
What is it like to live in or visit Argentina? What makes Argentina’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions, and daily lives of Argentinian people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.4
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Jaguar Vs Crocodile
The dark floor and muddy rivers of the rainforest are perfect for hunting, and the jaguar and crocodile both stalk their prey with ease. But which animal is the fiercest of the ecosystem? Does the jaguar's speed give it the edge? Or does the ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.4
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Fingerprint Evidence
A robbery has occurred. At first glance, it looks as though nothing was left behind. But when fingerprint analysts arrive, they use a special light to find latent fingerprints. Find out about the techniques and tools fingerprint analysts use to help ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.4
- Points Value : 0.5
Adorable But Deadly Creatures
With big eyes and ears and colourful bodies, a lot of creatures in nature can look very cute. But don’t always be fooled by their adorable appearance. When provoked, these animals can easily injure or kill a person. Their defence mechanisms, such ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.4
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Beastly Armour: Military Defences Inspired By Animals
The world can be a dangerous place. Over time, animals evolved many natural defences to help them survive. Combat during wartime is extremely dangerous. Why not look to nature to find the best defences for soldiers on the battlefield? The Armed ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.4
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Your Passport To Egypt
What is it like to live in or visit Egypt? What makes Egypt’s culture unique? Explore the geography, traditions and daily lives of Egyptian people.
- ATOS Book Level : 4.5
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Hardback
Desert Habitats Around The World
Did you know that Antarctica is the largest desert in the world? It receives so little rain or snow that it is almost as dry as the Sahara! Whether cold, hot or somewhere in between, a third of the Earth's land is desert. Learn about the geography ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.5
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
Bees And Wasps: Secrets Of Their Busy Colonies
Wasps and bees buzz to and from their nests and hives all day. They are busy for a reason. A lot is going on inside their homes. Workers gather food and feed the young. The queen lays eggs. Discover how bees and wasps build their homes, communicate ...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.5
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback
What Would It Take To Build A Deflector Shield?
In science fiction, deflector shields protect ships, bases, and even planets from enemy attack. How could a protective space that absorbs energy from weapons be created? Scientists have some ideas, which include using lasers. Discover the science and...
- ATOS Book Level : 4.5
- Points Value : 0.5
- Book Cover : Paperback