A lively hardback guide of unforgettable physics facts for curious kids, brought to life by full-colour illustrations.
Why don't clouds tumble out of the sky? How can birds perch on electric wires without getting zapped? And would a lightsaber actually work in real life? Every page sparks a new "wait... what?!" moment as young readers uncover the surprising science behind the world's strangest everyday wonders.
Award-winning science writer Anne Rooney leads this lively adventure through physics while illustrator Darcie Olley adds humour and warmth through bright, witty artwork that sparks laughter as well as learning.
Inside, curious kids will discover:
Dozens of quirky, kid-friendly science questions
Clear, lively explanations that bring tricky ideas down to Earth
Full-colour illustrations bursting with character and fun
Perfect for budding scientists who love asking "why?", this vibrant Q&A book transforms curiosity into discovery - one amazing fact at a time.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Ask Me Anything? invites young readers aged to explore the weird, wonderful and downright surprising science behind everyday life. Each book opens the door to a different area of science, offering clear, exciting explanations that make tricky ideas easy to understand.
| ISBN: | 9781398848894 |
| Publication date: | 15th September 2026 |
| Author: | Anne Rooney |
| Illustrator: | Darcie Olley |
| Publisher: | Arcturus an imprint of Arcturus Publishing |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 128 pages |
| Reading age: | 7+ |
| Series: | Ask Me Anything! |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage general interest: Science: Motion, sound, light, energy |
A lively hardback guide of unforgettable physics facts for curious kids, brought to life by full-colour illustrations.Why don't clouds tumble out of the sky? How can birds perch on electric wires without getting zapped?
Why Don't Things Fall Up? is aimed at readers aged 7 and over.
Why Don't Things Fall Up? features in the following genres: Children’s / Teenage general interest: Science: Motion, sound, light, energy
Hardback. £11.69, down from the £12.99 cover price. In Stock.
Why Don't Things Fall Up? was written by Anne Rooney and published by Arcturus an imprint of Arcturus Publishing
Why Don't Things Fall Up? has 128 pages
Yes it is part of Ask Me Anything! series
£11.69, reduced from £12.99. In Stock.