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Step Into Science: Light

By Peter Riley
Series: Step Into Science
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Step Into Science: Light by Peter Riley is an engaging children's book that introduces young readers to the fascinating world of light. It covers key concepts such as how light travels, its importance in our daily lives, and the science behind shadows and reflections. The book uses simple explanations and fun experiments to spark curiosity about the science of light.
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Format: Paperback / softback
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You might enjoy this book if you have a curious young scientist eager to explore the fascinating world of light. With engaging activities and vibrant illustrations, it makes complex concepts accessible and fun, sparking interest in the wonders of science.

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Step up your science knowledge with Step Into Science and discover the science of light!

In Step Into Science: Light, find out about how light comes to Earth from the Sun; when shadows form and how light moves. With the help of a cast of funny blobby characters, you'll explore why certain materials reflect light and discover how to make a shadow puppet theatre.

Colourful and quirky illustrations make these core science topics exciting and fresh and encourage interaction with the subject.

Written to support the National Curriculum at Key Stage 2, each title explores key scientific topics through a combination of concise information and fun experiments.

Perfect for readers aged 7+

Titles in the series:

Electricity

Forces & Magnets

Habitats

Light

Plants

Rocks & Soil

Sound

The Body

Series: Step Into Science

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  • Step Into Science: Habitats
    Step up your science knowledge with Step Into Science and discover the science of habitats! In Step Into Science: Habitats, find out about forest and water homes; the importance of food chains and why humans are changing habitats. With the help of a cast of funny blobby characters, you'll explore different plant and animal groups and discover how a woodland...
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  • Step Into Science: Sound
    Step up your science knowledge with Step Into Science and discover the science of sound! Step Into Science: Sound looks at how sound moves; how fast sound travels; and what happens when sound waves reach our ears. With the help of a cast of funny blobby characters, you'll discover how sounds can be high, low, loud or quiet. Colourful and...
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  • Step Into Science: Light
    Step up your science knowledge with Step Into Science and discover the science of light! In Step Into Science: Light, find out about how light comes to Earth from the Sun; when shadows form and how light moves. With the help of a cast of funny blobby characters, you'll explore why certain materials reflect light and discover how to make...
    By Peter Riley
    Paperback
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  • Step Into Science: Electricity
    Step up your science knowledge with Step Into Science and discover the science of electricity! Step Into Science: Electricity reveals how electricity was discovered; what is inside a battery; and how to make your own series circuit. With the help of a cast of funny blobby characters, you'll explore the many uses of electricity and discover how to make your...
    By Peter Riley
    Paperback
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  • Step Into Science: Rocks and Soil
    Step up your science knowledge with Step Into Science and discover the science of rocks and soil! Step Into Science: Rocks and Soil looks at Earth and the rocks that make it up, from its fiery core and volcanoes to limestone cliffs and fossils. With the help of a cast of funny blobby characters, you'll explore how rocks form and...
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781445183220

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Franklin Watts Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 4.0mm

Width: 210.0mm

Height: 260.0mm

Weight: 147g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Peter Riley Series: Step Into Science

About the Author

Peter Riley was a science teacher for 25 years, 17 of them as Head of Science. His first book was published in 1981, and he has been a full-time author since 1996, with over 200 books published for children, students and teachers. He is the winner of the prestigious Schoolbook Award for Science in 2000, as well as being shortlisted for the Aventis Science Prize 2004 and nominated for the Educational Resources Award in 2009.

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