Science: 500 Questions and Answers
Will be published approx. on 7. July 2026
Book
Hardback
96 pages
978-1-3988-6866-3 (ISBN)
Description
500 of science's most incredible and intriguing facts are included here in this full-color hardback reference guide, written by award-winning author Dan Green.
Did you know that a full head of human hair is strong enough to support 12 tons? Or that a single bolt of lightning contains enough energy to toast 100,000 pieces of bread? Young readers can explore everything from the human body to space science in this vibrant guide. These high-interest facts are presented in accessible Q&A format arranged by topic, making them engaging, quick to reference and easy to share.
Packed full of fascinating information and incredible infographics, it's a great way to support STEM learning for kids aged 8+.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Q&A brings together vibrantly illustrated hardback reference guides, to science and nature topics. These are written in an engaging question and answer format and accompanied by eye-catching visuals by Jake McDonald.
Did you know that a full head of human hair is strong enough to support 12 tons? Or that a single bolt of lightning contains enough energy to toast 100,000 pieces of bread? Young readers can explore everything from the human body to space science in this vibrant guide. These high-interest facts are presented in accessible Q&A format arranged by topic, making them engaging, quick to reference and easy to share.
Packed full of fascinating information and incredible infographics, it's a great way to support STEM learning for kids aged 8+.
ABOUT THE SERIES: The Arcturus Q&A brings together vibrantly illustrated hardback reference guides, to science and nature topics. These are written in an engaging question and answer format and accompanied by eye-catching visuals by Jake McDonald.
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Dan Green is a London-based writer with an amazing ability for science communication. Several of his books have been shortlisted for The Royal Society's Young People's Book Prize, and have been awarded the National Science Teachers' Association Outstanding Science Trade Book. Dan also writes the characters for the Basher Science series, which has sold more than three million copies worldwide.
Jake McDonald graduated from Brighton University in illustration and now specializes in digital illustration for kids. His work can be found across the globe, on the shelves of shops in Asia, Europe, and the USA. Taking a playful approach to illustration, Jake is inspired by all things storytelling, from board games to Studio Ghibli. His work includes unicorns, monsters, and mermaids, as well as educational illustrations of everything from dinosaurs to rocket ships.
Jake McDonald graduated from Brighton University in illustration and now specializes in digital illustration for kids. His work can be found across the globe, on the shelves of shops in Asia, Europe, and the USA. Taking a playful approach to illustration, Jake is inspired by all things storytelling, from board games to Studio Ghibli. His work includes unicorns, monsters, and mermaids, as well as educational illustrations of everything from dinosaurs to rocket ships.