I write bestselling books about the real-life world around us. They are mostly for children (but I've heard adults take a sneaky peek when no one's watching). My books are funny, easy to understand and have only the most awesome facts!
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A Hot Topic!
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Basher Science Relaunch
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Sun shinning into forest...
Find out how your body works and what's inside! Your body is amazing - a machine full of wonder and surprise. You can find out how it works and what's inside with this fun book of facts. Divided into discrete spreads dealing with different functions such as moving about, eating and using food, and senses, the book explains what each bit does and how in simple sentences.
Science Quest
Science Quest
Basher Science
A true gem for classroom connections, this will encourage wide browsing.
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Science Quest
Science Quest
A great new addition to the Basher universe, Space Exploration is a compelling guide to developments right at the forefront of space science. Meet characters who embody the pioneering spacecrafts and equipment that have revolutionized space exploration and contributed to our understanding of the universe.
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Take an extraordinary journey over land, beneath the oceans and across the skies and discover if dinosaurs COULD live in our world today. Incredible images are blended with distinctive photography of modern-day animals and landscapes to bring these amazing creatures to life and give us a totally unique understanding of their size, power and ferocity. Amazon.com
Take an extraordinary journey over land, beneath the oceans and across the skies and discover if dinosaurs COULD live in our world today. Incredible images are blended with distinctive photography of modern-day animals and landscapes to bring these amazing creatures to life and give us a totally unique understanding of their size, power and ferocity. Amazon.com
"Even though Basher U.S. Presidents is written for kids in their unique language, I learned plenty including the fact that there are 35 bathrooms in the White House! The book will engage almost every child." Bill O'Reilly, anchor of The O'Reilly Factor and author of Lincoln’s Last Days
Patterns are everywhere in nature, and counting, measuring, and calculating changes are as old as civilization itself, as are many of the theorems and laws of math. Here is the essential guide to mathematics, an authoritative reference book and timeline that explores the work of history's greatest mathematicians in 100 landmark moments. Amazon.com
Though some of the topics may at first appear over your head, the authors have made them accessible. The writing is well done and there’s not too much jargon to wade through. Cracking the cover
"Simply put: I love these Basher books. This one was a specific book that my 5 year old bought with her own money. She wants to be a paleontologist, so this was right up her alley. Yay for Basher books. Kudos from this homeschooling mom." Amazon.com reviewer
"Welcome to the wild world of weather, Basher style! This approach is so effective, readers will forever think about these characters every time they hear a weather report or step outside." Amazon.com
Shortlisted for Royal Society's Young People's Book Prize 2013
An enlightening yet unstuffy guide to the body that begs to be pored over.
Publisher's Weekly
Accurate, relatively detailed information spiced up by a humorous presentation accompanies lively, intricate illustrations of a human body–as-factory. Terrific for classrooms and recreational browsing, this information-packed effort will also appeal to puzzle lovers and those that savor complex illustrations. Kirkus Reviews
From the sensational series that’s too cool for school – this is a totally unique guide to technology!
Nonfiction can be Funny.
Laurie Thompson
The fun is continued in the text too.It's easy reading and learning with a very gentle touch.
The Bookbag
Shortlisted for Royal Society's Young People's Book Prize 2013
Each chapter announces itself with huge text spread across two pages, and just like that, you perk up, wondering if this will outshine your typical nonfiction book about the elements. Indeed it does.
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The perfect companion to any study of Earth Science, Basher's best-selling Rocks and Minerals: is now available as a card deck. These cards make a handy study aid, quiz tool, or rock-hunting companion. Amazon.com
"I love science... It's great to see a book making it accessible for young children. Science should be fun." Damien Hirst
"The look is punchy, immediate and effective. The content is equally gripping."
The Guardian
"Supplemental science reading doesn't come much more fun." Booklist
Nonfiction Monday Choice 11.07.11 Charlotte's Library blog
"Simon Basher and Dan Green have created a series of science books so amazing, you'll even want to read it while sitting in the lavatory." Smellityet.com
"This clever, well-illustrated romp doesn't mince words, but gives students the straight truth about even the most unpleasant functions of the human body." School Library Journal
Nonfiction Monday Choice 07.13.11 SimplyScience blog
“An elegant alphabet experience.” Kirkus Reviews
“The text offers surprising facts about a variety of unusual animals, and kids will enjoy engaging with the modern, interactive design.”
Publisher's Weekly
"Invaluable if, like me, you struggle with Maths. Or if you need a small refresher."
Nayu's Reading Corner
"This newfound delight in a subject I hated is all thanks to this book. I never thought I'd say this, but I like chemistry!"
Nayu's Reading Corner
Nonfiction Monday Choice 08.23.10 Wrapped in Foil blog
“Lighthearted but unexpectedly meaty reading. Confirmed rock hounds will find this latest of Basher’s forays into science a refreshing change of approach from more conventional treatments." Booklist
"This is a subject which could be quite dry, but one that had me laughing away."
Nayu's Reading Corner
“Green's astro-narrative is both accurate and spiced with seldom-mentioned details... it could kindle interest in the topic.” John Peters, School Library Journal
An eye catching, humorous gift book celebrating the quirks and customs of all things peculiarly British."
www.theteahousetimes.com
A unique anthology crammed with fantastic stories, each told in just 366 words, from some of the top authors in children's fiction.
Amazon.co.uk
"If there were more inspiring books like this, there wouldn't be a national shortage of science teachers." Daily Mail
"I thought I couldn't be less interested in physics, but I loved this entertaining, quirky book.".
The Excelsior File blog
In Scientific American: How Things Work Today you'll find over 100 topics explored in easy-to-understand text and made absolutely clear with the aid of more than 600 fully annotated, three-dimensional illustrations and color photographs. Amazon.com