Perfect for curious readers who love space, science fiction and fast-paced stories, this is a book they won’t want to put down!
🚀 About the book
Step into a universe of adventure at Star Quest Academy, where young recruits are trained to explore the stars and take on daring missions beyond Earth.
Love whales, dolphins and life beneath the waves? Then you’re in for a treat because this month’s edition of Whizz Pop Bang, Undersea Explorers, is all about the ocean. But that’s not all… we’re also giving our fans the chance to win one of five copies of Mysteries of Marine Mammals by Amandine Delauney – a beautifully illustrated guide to whales, dolphins and porpoises.
What is Mysteries of Marine Mammals about?
Written and illustrated by Amandine Delaunay, Mysteries of Marine Mammals is a stunningly illustrated exploration of the ocean’s most fascinating mammals.
Inside, young readers will discover:
🐋 How whales communicate across vast ocean distances
🐬 The differences between dolphins and porpoises
🌊 How marine mammals survive in icy waters
🧠 The surprising intelligence of ocean giants
🫁 Why mammals breathe air – even underwater ones
It’s a brilliant example of a science book for children that combines real biology with engaging artwork and accessible explanations.
Who is this book suitable for? This book is ideal for children aged around 7 to 11 who enjoy ocean life, animals and science.
Do I need to be a Whizz Pop Bang subscriber to enter? No – this competition is open to all readers.
When does the competition run? The giveaway runs from 1 March to 31 March 2026.
Good luck, Undersea Explorers!
We love sharing science books for kids that inspire curiosity about the natural world. Whether you’re fascinated by breaching whales or deep-diving dolphins, this giveaway is your chance to explore the ocean’s most remarkable mammals.
Looking for a children’s science book giveaway packed with curiosity, humour and real STEM ideas? We’re giving Whizz Pop Bang readers the chance to win one of five copies of Zombie Spiders and Asteroid Blasters – a fun, fact-filled science book that uses wild “what if?” questions to explain real physics, biology and space science to curious children aged 8–12.
What’s Zombie Spiders and Asteroid Blasters all about?
Written by science communicator Maynard Okereke, this brilliantly bonkers book takes ideas that sound impossible and explores them using real science.
Inside, readers will discover:
🧠 Whether zombies could ever exist
🕷️ What it would really take to create giant spiders
☄️ How scientists might stop an asteroid hitting Earth
🚀 The science behind sci-fi films, games and comics
Each chapter starts with a big, imaginative question and breaks it down using clear explanations, humour and evidence, helping children think like real scientists.
Why Whizz Pop Bang readers will love it
This is exactly the kind of book that appeals to curious Whizz Pop Bang fans:
🔬 A fun science book for kids who love asking “how does that work?”
📖 Easy to dip into – perfect for reluctant readers and confident readers alike
🤯 Encourages critical thinking and problem-solving
🎮 Ideal for fans of sci-fi, gaming and STEM
It’s a fantastic example of a STEM book for children that makes big ideas exciting and accessible.
How to enter this children’s science book giveaway
To be in with a chance of winning one of 5 copies, simply answer this question in the comments:
Which of these is a real type of spider?
A) Black belt spider B) Hairy toed spider C) Happy-bum spider
Who is this book suitable for? This book is ideal for curious children aged around 8–12 who enjoy science, sci-fi and asking big questions.
Do I need to be a Whizz Pop Bang subscriber to enter? No – the competition is open to all Whizz Pop Bang readers.
Is this competition open internationally? No, this giveaway is open to UK entries only.
Good luck!
We love sharing science books for kids that spark curiosity, stretch imaginations and show how exciting real science can be. Good luck to everyone entering – and keep asking brilliant (and slightly bonkers) questions! 💥🔍
The place where kids can dig, drive and discover the science behind big machines!
Got a budding engineer at home who loves anything with wheels, levers and buckets? We’ve got the perfect prize for your family!
We’re giving away one family ticket (for up to 4 people) to Diggerland UK. It’s the UK’s only construction-themed adventure park where kids don’t just watch machines… they drive them!
Whether it’s steering a mini-digger, navigating a dumper truck or giggling on the Skyshuttle with a view over the park, Diggerland turns real engineering into pure fun for everyone. There are over 20 rides and drives packed with rumbling engines and hands-on action, plus rides like Spindizzy, Go-Karts and more to keep the whole family smiling all day long.
Where could your adventure be? Diggerland parks are dotted around the UK — in Kent, Devon, Durham and Yorkshire.Check out the locations here.
🛠️ What’s So Great About Diggerland?
This isn’t a normal theme park — it’s like stepping onto a real-life construction site where kids become the operators:
🏗️ Operate mini diggers and giant machines: feel the levers and hydraulics do their thing!
🚜 Drive dumpers and skidsteers: loads of engineering-fun for curious minds.
🎢 Ride machine-themed attractions like Spindizzy and Skyshuttle: think science of motion meets silly fun.
It’s perfect for kids who love big vehicles and for adults who secretly want to try digging too! (We won’t tell 😉)
How to Enter
To be in with a chance of winning this awesome family day out, simply answer this question in the comments:
What is the scoop on a digger called?
A. A ladle B. A bucket C. A paw
Competition closes: 31.01.26. After the closing date we’ll pick one lucky winner who will receive a family ticket for four people to any Diggerland park – choose from Kent, Devon, County Durham or West Yorkshire.
🧠 Why We Love Engineering Adventures
At Whizz Pop Bang we think science is best felt not just read about — and Diggerland does exactly that. Playing with real machines introduces kids to mechanics, forces and motion in a way that sticks. When they pull a lever or steer a dumper, they’re discovering engineering without even realising it!
Whether your family’s budding builder dreams of designing bridges or just loves a good dig in the mud, this prize is all about sparking curiosity and shared fun.
Competition closes at midnight on 31st January 2026. There is no cash alternative. The gift cannot be exchanged for money, food, gift shop credit or anything other. Standard Diggerland terms and conditions apply which can be found here.Standard Whizz Pop Bang terms and conditions also apply and can be found here. The winner’s details will remain private and will not be shared with any third party unless explicit permission is given. Winner’s details including name, email address, phone number and postal address will be shared with Diggerland and where applicable the partner prize company for the prize(s) to be posted directly to the winner. Winning Diggerland ticket will be valid for 4 people only. Winning Diggerland ticket will expire on 30th June 2026 and cannot be extended under any circumstances.
Ready for a roarsome adventure? Our friends at Build Your Own have given us FIVE incredible Tyrannosaurus Rex cardboard model kits for Whizz Pop Bang fans to win!
This stunningly designed 38cm-long T-Rex model is full of character and detail – from gnashing jaws to a swishing tail. Kids will love constructing it themselves using cleverly engineered slot-together pieces. No glue, no mess, just satisfying, hands-on building fun.
Made from sustainable cardboard with plastic-free packaging, this eco-friendly STEM toy is a brilliant way to explore engineering, dinosaurs and creativity all in one.
With 46 press-out parts and simple instructions, this kit is perfect for curious dino fans.
Simply answer the question in the comments below:
What does the name Tyrannosaurus Rex mean? A) Three-horned king B) Tyrant lizard king C) Fast-footed hunter
This beautifully illustrated book is a children’s guide to the science, stories and symbolism of stars, exploring their role across cultures, histories and scientific discovery. Bursting with facts, myths and cosmic wonder, Wish Upon a Star is perfect for curious young minds who want to understand how stars shape our world and our imagination.
✨ Learn about different types of stars, constellations and galaxies 🧭 Discover how stars have been used for navigation across the centuries 🎨 Explore how stars have inspired art, stories and mythology around the world 🔭 Find out how scientists study stars and what they reveal about the universe
Whether your child is into science, space, history or storytelling, this magical journey through the cosmos is a brilliant companion to our space-themed issues of Whizz Pop Bang!
How to enter
To win one of five copies of Wish Upon a Star, simply answer this question in the comments:
Which of these is a constellation? a) The Dolphin b) The Spoon c) The Big Dipper
Wish Upon a Star makes a perfect gift for any child who loves space, storytelling or science – and it’s the ideal companion to Whizz Pop Bang: Rocket RIders. Not yet a subscriber? Start your subscription here and blast off into a universe of fun!
The fun begins as soon as you open the box. Press out then slot together 61 cardboard parts (no glue required!), add two elastic bands and you’ll soon have one fully working pinball machine. The build should take around 60 minutes and is suitable for engineers-in-training aged 8 and up.
Once it’s ready, load up the five swirly glass marbles and see if you can make them fly up the ramp, through the bumpers and round the vortex cone! Challenge your family to see who can get a high score on your very own DIY pinball machine!
This eco-friendly STEM kit is: ✅ Designed for ages 8+ ✅ Mess-free and fun to build ✅ Perfect for developing dexterity and reflex skills ✅ Made in the UK using high-quality sustainable cardboard
Whether you’re building it as a family project or battling it out for the best score, you’ll love every minute.
How to enter
To be in with a chance of winning one Build Your Own Pinball Machine kit, simply answer this question in the comments below:
Which of the below is a category of energy?
a) Kimchi b) Kindred c) Kinetic
This competition closes at midnight on 30th September 2025. One lucky winner will be chosen at random from all correct entries. For full terms and conditions, click here.
Whizz Pop Bang magazine is turning ✨TEN✨ – and we’re celebrating with an epic science party giveaway!
To mark a whole decade of science fun, facts, and fizzing experiments, we’ve teamed up with the award-winning team at Sublime Science to offer one lucky reader a chance to WIN a Gold Sublime Science Party – right in your own home!
Packed with hands-on activities, ‘magic’ tricks, bubbles, smoke and flying things, a Sublime Science Party is the ultimate way to inspire a love of science in children aged 5–12. Expect plenty of WOW moments, giggles and unforgettable memories!
The Prize
The winner will receive:
A Gold Sublime Science Party, hosted by one of Sublime Science’s brilliant presenters at your home (or a venue you book), on a weekend date of your choice
If you live outside of the coverage area, you’ll receive a Gold Science Party in a Box, packed with everything you need to host your own unforgettable science party!
Loved by over one million kids (and even featured on Dragons’ Den!), Sublime Science Parties are:
Bursting with hands-on science experiments
Perfect for curious kids aged 5 to 12
Full of spectacular fun – with slime, smoke rings, flying fizz, and more!
These award-winning parties make science unforgettable, exciting and mess-free for parents!
Thank you for being part of the Whizz Pop Bang community – here’s to the next 10 years of science-fuelled fun!
Terms and conditions: The winner will receive a voucher for a Sublime Science Gold Party, valid for one year. A Sublime Science presenter will come to your home – or a venue that you book – on a weekend date of your choice, subject to availability. Please book early to avoid disappointment. Winners living outside areas covered will instead receive a Science Party in a Box, containing everything you need to host your own science party. See https://www.sublimescience.com for more information. This competition closes at midnight on 8th September 2025. For full terms and conditions, please see https://www.whizzpopbang.com/terms-and-conditions/
We’ve got an amazing array of books to give away, perfect for curious children who love bugs, space, aliens and saving the planet! Thank you to our friends at Flying Eye Books for these gorgeous prizes!
Three lucky winners will each receive a set of four fantastic, fact-packed books that blend science, adventure and BIG questions about the universe. Here’s what’s up for grabs…
🪐 Cosmo Park by Madeleine Finlay and Tom Dearie Jump aboard a hover-buggy and zoom through a cosmic theme park in this vibrant comic-style book! Learn all about black holes, galaxies and the freezing end of the universe – all wrapped up in colourful illustrations and mind-blowing facts.
👾 The Unexplained: UFOs by Adam Allsuch Boardman Are we alone in the universe? Explore the mysterious world of UFOs in this graphic guide packed with alien sightings, strange encounters, and fascinating theories. Perfect for kids with big imaginations and even bigger questions.
How to enter
To be in with a chance of winning, just answer this question in the comments:
Which one of the below is not a type of beetle?
A) Rose chafer B) Ninety-nine-spot beetle C) Rainbow leaf beetle
Find out how to draw Dash the firefly from The Beastie Bros books with this simple drawing tutorial!
Have you read Beastie Bros: the Cabbage Juice Crime by David O’Connell? It stars an unlikely crime-solving duo – Dash the firefly and Dribble the snail. Keep scrolling to find out how to draw Dash the firefly!
If you’re interested in minibeasts, creepy crawlies and all sorts of insects, you’ll love Whizz Pop Bang: Minibeast Safari! Investigate the science of insects as you make an insect pooter, build a bug hotel, craft a balancing butterfly, meet jungle creepy crawlies and more. Plus there’s a competition to win Beastie Bros: The Cabbage Juice Crime by David O’Connell. You can find it in our shop now!
