Mapping the Universe: the Interactive History of Astronomy is the story of man's quest through the ages to unlock the secrets of our universe, understand where we come from & where we are going. Lavishly illustrated throughout, it follows this journey for knowledge from the first musings of Stone Age people on the position of the stars & planets in the sky, to Galileo's first visions of Orion through a telescope, to our first steps on the moon, & right up to the photographs of our magnificent universe which are being sent back from the Plank telescope today. Beautifully reproduced documents make it possible for the reader to experience hands-on, & appreciate at each stage, what over ten thousand years of history astronomers were discovering, & how & why this was significant. ...

From time immemorial people have looked up with wonder & awe to the starry sky above. Stone-age man formed patterns from the random positions of stars & projected into them their visions of their gods. From these superstitions beginnings developed the science of astronomy. In Mapping the Universe world-renowned astronomer Professor Paul Murdin, Senior Fellow at the Cambridge Institute of Astronomy & former Director of Science at the British National Space Centre, takes us on a journey which traces how our understanding of the Universe has evolved. We see how astronomers have always used the newest & most advanced technology of their time to analyze the trace messages of light & other radiations sent by distant heavenly bodies to our own planet, Earth. Nearly half a century ago mankind left the first dusty footprints on the surface of the Moon & today it is now possible to send spacecraft to the nearest of the heavenly bodies as proxies for human explorers. This lavishly illustrated & painstakingly researched book, with beautifully reproduced facsimile documents, enables the reader to experience first-hand what astronomers have discovered over ten thousand years of history, & how & why this is significant, all the way to our present space-age understanding of the Big Bang. Documents include: ...

Offers an introduction to maps & their uses, supporting teaching about places & localities beyond children's immediate environment. This book teaches relevant KS1 & 2 curriculum skills in geographical enquiry & links with Units 1, 5, 6 & 24 of QCA schemes of work for Geography. ...

Diego Maradona, is arguably the greatest & certainly the most widely-known footballer of the modern age. During his tempestuous career he played for top clubs in South America & Europe, & was a central figure in four World Cups. This title presents the story of Maradona. ...

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Answering a research ship's distress

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Art & Craft Craft Kits Get crafty with this amazing Marble Bear Pouring Kit in the Neon Edition! Create a cool & colourful marble bear with this pour art craft kit. Simply pour the paint, drip your design & see the patterns come to life! This set comes with everything you need to get you started. Once completed, display your creation in your home or gift to a loved one as a fun gift.
Includes:: • 1 x Bear • 3 x Pouring paint (60ml) • 1 x Paintbrush  • 1 x Spoon • 1 x Plate • 1 x Cups Product information: • Pouring kit • Design: Marble bear • Brand: Craft Hub • Ages: 8+  
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This adorable marble design storage box is ideal for storing clothes, books, games, DVD's & more. 

With a large volume

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Create gorgeous paper crafts with this stunning Marble Design Pad.

Featuring 24 multi-coloured decorative

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Art & Craft Craft Paper Create beautiful paper crafts with this " Marble Galaxy" themed Creative Paper Collection. Featuring a selection of various formats of decorative sheets inside, suitable for cutting, trimming, stamping & more you’ll have plenty of creative opportunities.
Includes:: • Design Paper • Cards • Stickers • Gift Paper Whether you’re a scrapbooker, card maker or just enjoy making paper crafts, these gorgeously designed, colourful pages are perfect to stock up your craft collection. Product Information: • Creative Paper Collection • Design: Marble Galaxy • Brand: Make & Create • Galaxy crafts • Scrapbooking supplies  
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This tube contains a set of marbles & information about the history of marbles, how they are made & a selection of games to play

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