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Brought to you by Puffin. Have you ever thought about the fact that before the fridge you'd have had maggots in your margarine? Ever thought about what you might use to wipe your bum before loo roll was a thing? And what about what everybody did before computers?! In this third hilarious book...

What If You Could Give Your Child the Superpower of Curiosity—Without Screens, Boredom, or “Do I HAVE to Read This?” Screen-Free Fun + Hours Of Learning + Laughter = The Perfect Gift Under. The Ultimate Rare & Unusual Facts Book transforms learning from “meh” into “MIND-BLOWING!”—packed with unbelievable facts, brain-bending puzzles, quizzes, riddles, and real-life challenges that keep kids entertained, laughing, and learning for hours!

Imagine transforming every moment of your child's day into a captivating learning adventure, without the need for screen time! Have you been searching for ways to keep your child engaged and learning on your travels and at home without them feeling like they're stuck in yet another classroom? Are you frustrated with the educational materials currently available that fail to spark their imagination or hold their attention for long? Do you worry about the influence of digital screens on their creativity and engagement?

From the New York Times–bestselling author of Where Good Ideas Come From and Extra Life, a new look at the power and legacy of great ideas. In this illustrated history, Steven Johnson explores the history of innovation over centuries, tracing facets of modern life (refrigeration, clocks, and...

Transform quiet time into an interactive kids audio adventure that teaches young listeners exactly how locomotives work. Perfect for preschool commutes or road trips, this warm and calming educational journey introduces toddlers to the bustling world of railways. Friendly, sound-rich narration...

Science for Kids is an exciting, wonder-filled science adventure designed to spark children’s curiosity about the universe around them while introducing them to some of the most fascinating and important ideas in modern science. Written especially for students in grades 2–5, this engaging audiobook is also perfect for families, classrooms, and curious learners of all ages. Filled with incredible facts, imaginative storytelling, and fun science experiments to try at home, Science for Kids transforms big scientific ideas into clear, exciting, and easy-to-understand concepts for young minds.

BMX bikes speed through courses and over big jumps. There's lots of ways to make these bikes tougher and cooler. Listeners will love finding out how!

Air Force One keeps the U.S. president safe while flying. Learn more about the features that protect this amazing plane. Also find out how team members protect the president as he travels on Air Force One.

Introduce young scientists to the basics of pulleys. This nonfiction book introduces listeners to the benefits of these engineering marvels, providing everyday examples of a flagpole, a crane, an elevator, and window blinds. Award-winning author Michael Dahl delivers a fun, fact-filled audiobook for an engaging listen. Includes hands-on experiments!

Ignite your child's curiosity with a playful STEM adventure exploring the universe's mysterious fourth state of matter. Perfect for family commutes or imaginative learning at home, this energetic audio journey transforms complex physics into an accessible, fun-filled exploration. Watch young...

Desbloquea la ciencia detrás de los videojuegos y transforma la curiosidad infantil en puro aprendizaje STEM. Este viaje sonoro imaginativo lleva a los pequeños creadores al interior de sus consolas para entender qué sucede realmente al presionar un botón. Ideal para escuchar en familia...

Turn the daily school commute into a playful STEM adventure by uncovering the hidden science secrets of everyday objects. Perfect for curious young listeners, this educational journey reveals why the world around us looks and feels the way it does. From bouncy breakfast bowls to blazing...

Watching a motorcycle race is exciting, but have you ever wondered about the science behind the speed? From before riders reach the track until they blaze across the finish line, science plays a key role. Find out about the concepts behind motorcycle design, track surfaces, drafting, protective clothing, and much more!

Transform your daily commute into an interactive STEM audio adventure that demystifies vehicle mechanics for young minds. Perfect for curious copilots listening from the backseat, this playful journey turns ordinary traffic sounds into an energetic exploration of engineering and motion. Through...

Spark young STEM curiosity by revealing the hidden mechanical magic powering everyday vehicles. Perfect for a morning school commute or a weekend family road trip, this playful, high-energy adventure dives into the thrilling world of physics and engineering. Turn ordinary observations into an...

Turn an everyday breeze into a STEM adventure with this uplifting children's renewable energy guide. Perfect for screen-free learning during a family road trip or a quiet weekend afternoon, this engaging audio journey demystifies the mechanics of clean electricity. Young explorers will travel...

Turn the school commute into an exciting STEM adventure teaching curious kids how flying machines conquer gravity. Instead of relying on tricky math or complicated jargon, this playful audio journey uses everyday comparisons to explain complex aviation concepts. Young listeners will use their...

“It’s sensibly written and beautifully illustrated.” – The Telegraph Hit the road with writer and broadcaster JAMES MAY to discover incredible human-powered vehicles – from bicycles and submarines to amphibious vehicles and even a helicopter. Yes, really! Packed with fun, facts and...

Spark your child's curiosity with a playful STEM adventure into the hidden microscopic universe living right around us. Perfect for screen-free family listening or homeschooling afternoons, this energetic audio journey transforms everyday environments into thrilling scientific explorations...

Have you ever wondered how kids can make money? Fun and creative ideas for how to make money, including selling lemonade, mowing the lawn, babysitting, and how to advertise your services are explored through informative and engaging content in this new addition to the How Do series.