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Science fiction - May 2010	Price: £5
From Jules Verne to Dr Who, science fiction has given us some of the most exciting stories! Aliens, robots and time travel: this month’s topic has had a huge influence on what we read and see on screen. Harvey takes the scientist’s view – is time travel really possible? We meet author Keith Mansfield who wanted to be an astronaut when he grew up! Polly Chrome has some great ideas on how to make your own Sci-Fi drawings. Also this month AQUILA looks back over 100 years of the Girl Guides and asks the interesting question, ‘What makes a good piece of Art?’ Enjoy all your favourites, puzzles, jokes and competitions.

Italy - June 2010	Price: £5
Many thanks to the AQUILA readers who have sent us pictures and letters about their lives in Italy! Find out about the fabulous Azzurri, the Italian national football team and learn some useful Italian words and phrases with Wordworm. You can make some yummy ice cream with Polly Chrome, and Brainfeeder’s puzzles have an Italian flavour too! As well as artists and opera singers, Italy has produced some world-famous scientists – Harvey picks his favourites, including Galileo Galilei. Also this month AQUILA uncovers the history of tennis, you can read a new story and enjoy competitions, reviews and jokes.

Seals & sea lions/Survival skills - July/August 2010	Price: £5
Hooray! It’s summer time, and this issue of your favourite magazine will keep you entertained right through until September. Can you tell the difference between a seal and a sea lion? Find out all about these appealing marine animals and visit a seal rescue project. How would you fare if you were out exploring – would you know how to stay safe? Play our survival game to learn some useful tips. Meet an entomologist and his family of insects, and also the author Michelle Paver. Plus: Exmoor ponies, Florence Nightingale, and all your usual favourites including lots of puzzles, quizzes and competitions to keep you busy.