Books by Richard Spilsbury

Inject some fun into STEAM topics with these lively books

How do the senses work? How do they help us function? Find out all about the senses in this fascinating and engaging book that uses flowcharts, text boxes and brightly coloured design to bring science to life.

How does the respiratory system work? How is it linked to other parts of the human body? Find out all about the respiratory system in this fascinating and engaging book that uses flowcharts, text boxes and brightly coloured design to bring science to life.

How does the heart work? How is it linked to other parts of the human body? Find out all about the heart in this fascinating and engaging book that uses flowcharts, text boxes and brightly coloured design to bring science to life.

This series explains how the rocks found on the Earth's surface have formed over millions of years.

Robots are already being used in many areas of law enforcement, such as surveillance cameras and bomb disposal. As technology develops, one day robots might even replace human police officers. This book explores the technology used to create these amazing robots.

This book looks at space probes and other kinds of robots used in space. With the help of colour photographs and real examples, readers will learn about space technology, robot astronauts, and how important robots have become to space exploration.

Behind every high-flying drone, brainy robot and thrilling video game is somebody who made it work! Learn about the exciting careers of people in high-tech jobs, including roboticists, video game designers, virtual reality engineers, and mobile phone designers.

An innovative science series which uses an action-adventure story to explore different aspects of scientific learning and to show that we really do need science to survive!

Zoom in on the weird and wonderful world of minibeasts - such as dragonflies, earwigs, fireflies and army ants - and the strange features that help them survive.

Non-fiction, PYP Level 10

We learn about the world by seeing and hearing, but how do light and sound actually work? This book explores the ways that light and sound travel, how we sense them, and how they affect our daily lives.

Big Picture series brings the world and its wonders to life for young readers. Full of fascinating information from across the globe, from animals and homes to the most interesting jobs in history.