First Big Book of How

Full of brilliantly bright illustrations and extra quirky facts, it’s a fabulous encyclopedia that is perfect for inquiring young minds. * Natasha Harding, The Sun *Offers endless entertainment as it will be returned to again and again, allowing readers to share gleaned gems of knowledge… a real treasure trove of knowledge and discovery. * Reading Zone *Ideal for children who like to think deeply about how the world works. * School Reading List *The facts feel like thrilling wisdom passed between friends on the playground… [a] well-researched, visually impressive informational treat * Kirkus Reviews *An educational and entertaining book for children who love to know how things work! With a wide breadth of topics and fantastic photographs and illustrations, there’s a little something for everyone’s curiosity! * YA Books Central *

Sally Symes worked for many years as a designer of children’s books before turning her skills to writing them. Her collaborations with Nick Sharratt have won several awards, including The Educational Writers’ Award for The Gooey, Chewy, Rumble, Plop and she is the author of the bestselling Britannica First Big Book of Why. She works from a shed in Sussex, accompanied by her grumpy cat.

Kate Slater grew up on a beautiful farm in deepest Staffordshire, and studied illustration at Kingston University. Her children’s books include: Britannica First Big Book of Why, A is for Ant, The Birthday Crown, The Little Red Hen, ABC London, Magpie’s Treasure, Make Your Own Birds of Prey and Make Your Own Flying Machines. Alongside work for publishing, editorial and advertising, she has created several large-scale installations and window displays.