By Chris Butterworth and Lucia Gaggiotti, this stylishly illustrated book explains the mechanical processes required to produce the things our homes needs to keep us happy and comfortable - electricity, water and gas. Chris Butterworth traces the journey of water, describing how it falls from the sky as rain then gets collected up in reservoirs and sent to factories to be treated and tested, before it can finally be piped to our homes. She also simply and clearly explains how electricity is made and where the gas we use in our boilers comes from. This fascinating process book succeeds in being young, child-centred and friendly, but also packs in an enormous amount of technical information
Chris Butterworth Livres
CHRIS BUTTERWORTH est l'auteure de plus de soixante-dix livres documentaires pour enfants, couvrant des sujets aussi variés que la grippe, l'exploration de l'Antarctique ou l'Égypte ancienne. Son travail destiné aux jeunes lecteurs se caractérise par une profonde curiosité et le désir de les aider à comprendre le monde qui les entoure. Butterworth souligne l'importance de connaître et d'apprécier les merveilles naturelles comme les civilisations historiques. Son objectif est de susciter chez les jeunes lecteurs un sentiment d'émerveillement et un engagement envers la protection de la planète.






Sea Horse: The Shyest Fish in the Sea
- 32pages
- 2 heures de lecture
Presents the life cycle of the endangered sea horse, discussing its mating behavior, the defense mechanisms it uses against predators, and the type of environment it lives in.
A look at some everyday foods - bread, cheese, tomatoes, fruit - addressing where they come from and the processes that bring them from the field, the cow, the tree ... to your lunchbox!
Follow a Grey Seal on an underwater journey in this richly illustrated Nature Storybook.
The Things That I LOVE about TREES
- 32pages
- 2 heures de lecture
In an exuberant text accompanied by gorgeous, windswept illustrations, two esteemed picture-book creators celebrate the mighty tree.Journey through the seasons and discover how much there is to love about trees! From brand-new buds in spring to the sound of the wind whooshing through the leaves in summer, from the fall colors to the feel of winter's rough bark and the promise of spring returning again -- no matter what time of year, there's always something extraordinary to notice about the trees around your neighborhood. Chris Butterworth's text, gently sprinkled with facts, captures the wonder of a child as Charlotte Voake's busy, buoyant artwork conveys how something as simple and common as a tree can feel like magic taking root around you.
Engaging retro artwork invites young readers to explore various food sources, including farms and dairies. This delightful journey introduces children to the origins of their favorite treats, making learning about food both fun and visually appealing.
"Equally informative and appetite-whetting." — The Horn Book One of the best parts of a young child’s day is opening a lunchbox and diving in. But how did that delicious food get there? From planting wheat to mixing dough, climbing trees to machine-squeezing fruit, picking cocoa pods to stirring a vat of melted bliss, here is a clear, engaging look at the steps involved in producing some common foods. Health tips and a peek at basic food groups complete the menu. Back matter includes an index.
For young bird-watchers and enthusiasts of the natural world comes a unique, surprising and beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book about these fascinating birds. Whatever the changing seasons and evolving world presents to the crow, they use their adaptability, discerning memory and crafty problem-solving techniques to overcome every possible hurdle. Young readers will be bowled over by these unassuming creatures they come across every day, and will find a new-found respect for the birds that are smart, clever, crafty and playful, just like them. This original and accessible Nature Storybook will astonish children and grown-ups alike and will be a book to remember and share with friends.