Emma Young ist eine preisgekrönte Wissenschafts- und Gesundheitsjournalistin, deren Werk sich mit den Feinheiten des menschlichen Geistes und Verhaltens befasst. Mit einer soliden akademischen Grundlage in Psychologie und zwei Jahrzehnten Erfahrung bei führenden Publikationen verfügt sie über eine bemerkenswerte Fähigkeit, komplexe wissenschaftliche Erkenntnisse in fesselnde Erzählungen zu übersetzen. Ihre Schreibe beleuchtet die faszinierenden Aspekte der Psychologie und macht sie einem breiten Publikum zugänglich und ansprechend. Youngs unverwechselbarer Ansatz schlägt die Brücke zwischen wissenschaftlicher Forschung und alltäglichem Verständnis.
Die Autorin Emma Young entführt die Leser auf eine faszinierende Entdeckungsreise durch die Welt der Sinne, die weit über die klassischen fünf hinausgeht. Sie beleuchtet, wie wir Geschmack ohne Zunge erleben, die positiven Effekte von Flüchen und die Rolle von Schokolade und Achterbahnen in der Liebe. Young erklärt, wie Berührungen Schmerzen lindern und Pulsüberwachung die Fitness steigert. Zudem werden außergewöhnliche Fähigkeiten von blinden Ballerinas und anderen Menschen vorgestellt, die auf beeindruckende Weise mit ihren Sinnen interagieren.
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An illustrated edition of the bestselling book about our incredible anatomy
144 Seiten
6 Lesestunden
Celebrated for its captivating narrative, this book engages young readers with a blend of excitement and intrigue. It features dynamic characters and a plot that keeps the momentum high, ensuring an enjoyable reading experience. Praised by the Guardian as one of the best children's books of 2023, it promises to spark interest and imagination, making it a delightful addition to any child's bookshelf.
Mia's best friend Holly died when they were thirteen. But years later, Holly
still hasn't left her. In New York for the summer, Mia finds herself caught up
in an investigation of a property reputed to be haunted. What Mia learns about
the house and herself will change her life forever...
Eco-homes are houses that are environmentally friendly with features that reduce their carbon footprint - for example, by using solar panels to heat water and provide heating. Maybe this book will inspire you to live more sustainably and even build your own eco-home in the future! How to Build an Eco-Home is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding.Reading 6-7 years
A celebration of talent, friendship and girl power. FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS is the
perfect guide to the lives of your fave influencers from around the world.
Packed with profiles, quizzes and fill-in fun, be inspired by these amazing
girls and discover their top tips for achieving your own dreams.
Ever wondered how people cope with 24-hour darkness or if smartphones make children stupid? Have you heard about the US plan to supercharge minds? Originally written for the Wellcome charity, these 16 stories explore the mysteries of the human brain. Learn about everything from the science of pain to VR surgery to the therapeutic quality of LSD. Contents Ouch! The science of painWhy doctors are reclaiming LSD and ecstasyInside the mind of an interpreterHow should we deal with dark winters?Smartphones won’t* make your kids dumb (*Probably)You can train your mind into ‘receiving’ medicineCharting the phenomenon of deep griefThe mirror cure for phantom limb painCan you think yourself into a different person?How to survive a troubled childhoodWhat tail-chasing dogs reveal about humansA central nervous solution to arthritisCould virtual reality headsets relieve pain?What it means to be homesick in the 21st CenturyLighting up brain tumours with Project VioletThe US military plan to supercharge brains
From powering villages with clean energy, to cleaning up the oceans, eco-inventions are helping us to save the planet. In this book, children can discover how these inspirational inventions and the people that made them, have made a difference to the world. Eco-Inventions is part of the Galaxy range of books from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Galaxy provides captivating fiction and non-fiction for Pink A to White band. The rich collection of highly decodable books immerses children in a range of cross-curricular topics and genres. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and activities to support reading at home as well as comprehension questions to check understanding. Reading age: 6-7 years
'Delicious! Emma writes with such clarity and passion' NED PALMER 'Emma's expert take is brilliantly refreshing. What a triumph' HELEN MCGINN 'Fabulous, fun and factual' MELISSA HEMSLEY __________ Do you know your Brie from your Beaufort, your Reblochon from your Roquefort? Whatever your cheese expertise, this book is for you! With over 110 cheeses covered, using The Cheese Wheel, you can: - Discover the finest new cheeses from around the world - Master how to taste cheese and describe what you like/dislike - Find out the perfect drink to pair with your cheese - Design your own cheeseboard - And much more... With experience as a cheesemonger, cheese maker and cheese awards judge, Emma Young brings her comprehensive knowledge to the page in this innovative flavour-based guide to cheese. Each cheese profile includes fascinating notes on its origins, what drink it pairs best with, why you must try it, and other cheeses it complements for your next cheese board. So, whether you consider yourself a cheese connoisseur or are simply curious about the differences between a Cheddar, Comté and Caerphilly, this is an essential companion to have on your shelves. __________ 'The book on cheese we have been waiting for' REGULA YSEWIJN 'A fun and informative book' RACHEL KHOO 'An essential read for anyone who adores cheese' JAMES GOLDING
'Accessible and fun ... truly a kind of genius!' Bill Bryson----Everything you thought you knew about your senses is wrong!How many senses do you have? I bet you said five. But you'd be wrong. You have THIRTY-TWO! This SENSE-ational human body book explores the thirty-two amazingly awesome, broccoli-hating, wee-sniffing senses that help you figure out the world around you. They tell you ...How some people can SMELL sickness,When you need to do a POO,And why words CAN actually hurt you!With bold and fun illustrations by John Devolle, this is the perfect book for kids that are curious about our bodies and how they work.
