Award-winning author Anne Rooney explores how humans evolved from simple primates to become the planet's most dominant life-form. Readers can learn about human evolution, early hunter-gatherer societies and the emergence of the civilizations we recognize today. Featuring fun fact boxes, an illustrated timeline and a glossary of key terms, presents information in a clear, easy-to-understand and entertaining way. Subjects include: • How speech first emerged • How cooking helped our large brains to develop • Why we stopped hunting, and became farmers • How dogs and livestock came to live alongside us • The origins of money • The invention of the written word • The rise of cities • The rise of the nation • The industrial revolution • How modern technology has reshaped the planet in humans' image Covering topics including biology, geography and history, this book is packed with stories and facts that will captivate young readers and inspire a lifelong love of learning. Perfect for readers aged 8+. is a beautifully illustrated series for young readers which tells the story of life as we know it, from the big bang to evolution and the history of human development.