Materials (Learn Science with Mo) - Softcover

Mason, Paul

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1526319217 ISBN 13: 9781526319210

Publisher: Wayland, 2025

Synopsis

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/Time

Contents
Mo'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
Glossary
Books to read and Places to visit
Answers

About this title

About the Authors

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 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.

Edition details

• Publisher: Wayland
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1526319217
• ISBN 13: 9781526319210
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Buxton Michael
• Number of pages: 32