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Evolution as you’ve never seen it before! An incredible pick-your-own-path adventure through the story of life on Earth.

Think of an animal, any animal at all. It could be a shark, a squid, a snail, or even a human like you! Every single animal has a secret history. A death-defying adventure that has happened across millions of years, called evolution.

On every page, you will discover a new animal with its own exciting story to tell. It’s up to YOU to make the decisions that will lead to their next evolutionary step. Can you survive to the present-day or will you face extinction along the way? Will you grow a backbone, take to the skies, or dive deeper for your dinner? For the first time ever, the journey is in your hands . . .

This unique book features ferociously funny and brilliantly accessible science from zoologist, author and TV presenter Jules Howard. Meet chimpanzees and chickens, Tyrannosaurus rexes and tigers, with over 50 different animal endings to discover.

The perfect introduction to the awe-inspiring story of life on Earth.

Mega is a fascinating information book that allows children (and adults!) to explore the various enormous animals that have roamed our planet, from animals that existed millions of years ago to ones we see alive today.

The book explains how these creatures might have evolved to become so huge and what made some of them extinct. Jules Howard, the author, has selected a range of animals including ‘Mighty Mammals’, ‘Really Big Birds’, ‘Rampaging Reptiles’, ‘Supersize Fish’ and ‘Monstrous Molluscs to write about. Each page includes a range of illustrations that bring the creatures to life. There is a range of fascinating facts that are clearly presented so that the size of each animal can be understood. The book also explores the impact of animal extinctions and ways in which we can help protect our planet and the animals that inhabit it. The glossary and index support quick navigation and deeper understanding of some complex terminology. The book cover also folds out to create a large poster of a range of mammoth animals featured.

A great animal-themed non-fiction book choice for KS2.

The book offers a clear, engaging exploration of skeletons across the animal kingdom, blending scientific accuracy with accessible explanations.

As both a teacher and a parent, the strength lies in how it inspires curiosity: children are drawn in by the vivid illustrations and comparative diagrams, while the text supports deeper scientific thinking without overwhelming younger readers.

The tone is warm, factual and at times humorous, making it ideal for shared reading or independent exploration in KS2. Its a great hook for the start of a science lesson or sequence of work.

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