Publisher Description

Learn all about materials with Mo the Monster and his friends in this fun first science book for children aged 5+.Mo and his friend Frankie are on a sailing course today. It's lots of fun and they are also learning a lot about different materials and their properties. But can Mo stay out of trouble while he's having so much fun? Don't count on it!If a monster can understand science, anyone can! Join Mo the Monster as he discovers the basic principles of science. Along the way, Mo is kept focused (monsters are notoriously easily distracted) with the help of simple, clearly presented information, plenty of questions to answer and lots of science puzzles and activities.The funny, colourful illustrations offer lots of scope for humour and interest to keep children engaged while they learn. Aimed at readers aged 5+.Titles in the series: Energy/Forces and Magnets/Habitats/The Human Body/Life Cycles/Light and Shadows/Machines/Materials/States of Matter/Plants/The Seasons/TimeContentsMo's bad day What are materials? Material qualities Sailing kit Dressed for sailing HMS Monster What makes water, water? On tow! Wind in the sails Capsize!Sail windows The bell that doesn't ding Mo's missing ice cream GlossaryBooks to read and Places to visit Answers

Author Biography

Paul Mason (Author) Paul's books cover a wide range of subjects, from whether the Romans ate crisps to how to build the world's best skatepark, but he writes mostly about sport. Whether you are interested in swimming, cycling, snowboarding, surfing or another sport, Paul has probably written something that will inspire you to get out and give it a try. Paul writes in a shack by the beach, which he shares with his one-eyed surf dog, Daisy.Michael Buxton (Illustrator) Michael Buxton is a designer and illustrator with a wide portfolio including greetings cards, homeware and children's books. He produces quirky, fun designs with an emphasis on humour and while his work is mainly digital, he likes to keep a loose, hand-drawn feel. Michael loves to create characters and will take any chance he gets to draw monsters, cats or monster cats.

Table of Contents

1: Mo's bad day1: What are materials?1: Material qualities1: Sailing kit1: Dressed for sailing1: HMS Monster1: What makes water, water?1: On tow!1: Wind in the sails1: Capsize!1: Sail windows1: The bell that doesn't ding1: Mo's missing ice cream1: Glossary1: Books to read and Places to visit1: Answers

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