Children’s / Teenage general interest: Nature, animals, the natural world
Rebel Girls Inc Rebel Girls Animal Allies: 25 Tales of Women
Book SynopsisTRUE STORIES OF ANIMAL ADVOCATESMeet 25 brave, compassionate scientists, veterinarians, activists, and others who fight for animal rights and conservation. Animal Allies takes readers all around the world-to the tops of trees and the bottom of oceans, deep into the jungle and high into the mountains.Swim with the sharks alongside Eugenie Clark, build bat houses with Amanda Lear, nurse a baby hippo to health with Christina Gorsuch, and protect endangered seahorses with Amanda Vincent and Heather Koldewey.With a foreword by zoologist Lucy King and activities curated by conservationist Bindi Irwin, this book is sure to inspire animal lovers everywhere. Plus, scannable codes let you listen to longer stories on the Rebel Girls App!Table of Contents Amanda Vincent and Heather Koldewey, Marine Biologists, Canada & United Kingdom Bella Lack, Environmental Activist, United Kingdom Bindi Irwin, Zookeeper/Conservationist, Australia Birute Galdikas, Primatologist, Canada Christina Gorsuch, Director of Animal Care, US Corina Newsome, Ornithologist, US Cristina Mittermeier, Marine Biologist/Photographer/Conservationist, Mexico/US Eugenie Clark, Ichthyologist, US Gillian Burke, Television Producer/Biologist, Kenya/UK Gunjan Menon, Filmmaker, India Hana Raza, Conservationist, Iraq Jane Goodall, Primatologist, UK Julie Razafimanahaka, Conservation Biologist, Madagascar Kristen Bell, Actor and Animal Rights Activist, US Kristen Lear, Bat Conservationist and Science Communicator, US Laura Kojima, Herpetologist, US Leela Hazzah, Conservation Biologist, Egypt Maria Diekmann, Conservationist, US/Namibia Olivia Nienaber, Creative Environmentalist, China/US Rachel Ikemeh, Conservationist, Nigeria Saengduean Lek Chailert, Animal Rights Activist and Entrepreneur, Thailand Sami Bayly, Author/Illustrator, Australia Sue Chin, Architect, UK/US Temple Grandin, Professor of Animal Sciences, US Tolani Francisco, Veterinarian, US
£6.99
Tourbillon Spectacular: Miracles of Nature
Book SynopsisDiscover Earth's amazing beauty! Pink lakes, giant crystal caves, ice flowers, and polar lights are some of the spectacular natural phenomena featured in this large format book. The stunning illustrations are accompanied by fascinating facts about the phenomena and the science behind them. • Supersized spreads with eye-catching illustrations that capture readers' attention • Bite-sized explanations about each phenomena • Educational content reviewed by experts An indispensable resource for any child's library! • Great family and classroom read-aloud book. • Nonfiction books for kids • Educational books for elementary school students
£13.49
Weldon Owen My First Jungle Atlas
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£14.99
Bellwether Media The Philippines
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£12.34
Hachette Children's Group Step Into Science Plants
Book SynopsisStep up your science knowledge with Step Into Science and discover the science of plants! Step Into Science: Plants explains why flowers have colourful petals; how leaves make food for plants; and how water moves inside roots and stems. With the help of a cast of funny blobby characters, you''ll different types of flower and discover what happens when seeds are kept in the dark. Colourful and quirky illustrations make these core science topics exciting and fresh and encourage interaction with the subject.Written to support the National Curriculum at Key Stage 2, each title explores key scientific topics through a combination of concise information and fun experiments. Perfect for readers aged 7+Titles in the series:ElectricityForces & MagnetsHabitatsLightPlantsRocks & SoilSoundThe BodyTable of Contents 1: Different types of plants 1: Growing roots 1: Stems 1: Leaves 1: Water on the move 1: Types of flower 1: The parts of a flower 1: Pollination 1: Making seeds and fruits 1: Air and water 1: Plants and light 1: Nutrients in the soil 1: Glossary 1: Answers to the activities and questions 1: Further information 1: Index
£8.54
Welbeck Publishing Group What Did the Tree See?
Book Synopsis''This beautifully drawn book is a delightful launchpad for home learning'' Sunday TimesTold in gentle rhyming verse, this beautiful non-fiction picture book follows the story of an oak tree on a hilltop as it witnesses life changing around it over the course of hundreds of years. From the time when hunters chased deer through the woodland, to when trees were cleared for farmland, to the smog and factories emerging during the industrial revolution. One majestic oak has seen it all, and now we can too.Accompanying pages at the end of the book include a timeline of events in world history across the periods featured in the poem, the life cycle of an oak tree, and prompts to help parents and children explore their own local history.10p from every book sold goes to support the work of the National Forest.
£9.74
Quarto Publishing PLC Powered by Plants
Book SynopsisFollowing on from the incredible Invented by Animals and Built by Animals, Powered by Plants introduces us to the wondrous plants whose ingenious features have inspired innovations in human technology.Plants exhibit an incredible range of diversity in their shape, structures and how they interact with other living things and their environment. Some of this great diversity is being increasingly studied and copied, inspiring innovation in science, design, engineering and technology. This book guides readers through a startling collection of fascinating vegetation, from towering cottonwood trees with wind power potential to slippery, meat-eating assassins of the plant world and the fast-growing aquatic plant which helps propel ships farther using less energy. Learn surprising applications and spin-offs of both exotic species including the world’s largest flower that generates its own heat and mTrade Review“An introduction to the diversity in the plant world and their technological uses, from cottonwood trees with wind power potential to meat-eating assassins. Part of a series that includes Built by Animals and Invented by Animals.” * The Bookseller *“This is a light-hearted and informative children’s book to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers alike.” * How It Works *“Packed with illustrations, this fabulous fact-filled book shows just how much we can learn from studying the natural world.” * The Week Junior *“Powered by Plants shows us how much we can learn from studying the myriad magnificence of the natural world.” * Eco Kids Planet *“A remarkable book which is a must for both school and home collection.” * The School Librarian *
£13.49
Bonnier Books Ltd Awesome Animals
Book SynopsisExplore the amazing Animal Kingdom, with a poster, shaped jigsaw, card game, sticker sheets, play scene, an amazing 3D model tiger to build, and a book packed full of facts and activities
£18.07
Random House USA Inc Under the Sea: How to Draw Books for Kids
Book SynopsisUnder the Sea: How to Draw for kids Fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids—great for young artists, birthday gifts, home school art lessons, and elementary art classes! Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this beginner drawing book will teach your kid how to draw their favourite underwater animals in no time! Author and professional artist Alli Koch's kid-friendly, mini drawing lessons will help your child practice their basic art skills and teach them how to draw with confidence. This book is perfect for kids 7-12, but kids as young as 5 with an interest in art will be able to easily follow along as well. No experience required! • Easy-to-Follow Instructions: Simple steps and diagrams from start to finish • 40+ Cool Projects: Learn how to draw a dolphin, sea turtle, octopus, seahorse, and other cool sea animals • Lay flat Binding: Making it easier for kids to keep the book open as they follow along • Perforated Pages and Premium Paper: Easily removable pages that are thick and sturdy, and the foil on the cover will catch kids' eyes! • 9 x 9 Size: Big pages so your kid has no problem seeing each stepTrade Review"Alli Koch's How to Draw for Kids book series provides the perfect way for any child to jumpstart their interest in all things artistic. Whether forming flowers petal-by-petal or constructing castles shape-by-shape, Alli easily simplifies subjects in a way that anyone can truly enjoy. Alli’s genuine passion for nurturing artistic expression is contagious, and each tutorial is filled with more joy than the last! With step-by-step instructions paired with fun tips and tidbits about each subject, Alli’s books are absolutely a must-have for any parent hoping to jumpstart their child’s creativity."—Katy Lipscomb and Tyler Fisher, creative team behind The Artist's Drawing Book
£12.74
Fox Chapel Publishing My Sticker Paintings: Cool Animals: 10
Book SynopsisCreate stunning works of mosaic art with stickers! This distinctive poly-art paint by sticker book for kids ages 6-10 features a collection of 10 geometric designs of various animals, from a llama and panda to a koala, unicorn, and more. Using 60-100 coloured stickers for each animal pattern, place them in the appropriate spot according to its numbered section and watch as the geometric shapes transform into beautiful, crystalized designs. There are also bonus fun facts about each amazing animal to enjoy. An entertaining, hands-on activity for kids, this sticker painting book offers an excellent opportunity for developing their focus and attention span. Designs are printed on thick, perforated pages that can easily detach to be displayed or gifted once a painting is completed.
£8.54
Usborne Publishing Ltd First Questions and Answers Where Does Poo Go
Book SynopsisKatie has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.
£9.49
Hachette Children's Group Mybees A Seed In Need
Book SynopsisA delightful introduction to the life cycle of plants for young children
£9.36
Chronicle Books Story of Snow
Book SynopsisNow in paperback, this is the perfect nonfiction accompaniment to Over and Under the Snow and Lines.
£7.44
National Geographic Kids Prehistoric Sea Monsters National Geographic Kids
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£6.23
Hungry Tomato Ltd Can Trees Talk to Each Other
Book SynopsisTrees are incredible, as are the dendrologists who study them! They may seem silent, but do trees actually have their own secret way of communicating? A great read for curious kids.
£9.49
Hachette Children's Group You Choose Animals
Book SynopsisWould you rather dance like a peacock spider or a honeybee? Behind each of these silly scenarios are some fun facts to help YOU CHOOSE an answer. Which would you rather do?Full of fascinating facts, this book will keep kids entertained for hours! They can read on their own or have fun asking each other the questions. There are no right or wrong answers but plenty of ideas to think about.Perfect for readers aged 9+, You Choose is an entertaining and humorous series that encourages children to develop their critical thinking and decision-making skills. Full of brainteasers and supported by educational information, readers can learn some bizarre and amazing facts about the animal kingdom.Read the others titles in the series: Ancient History, Dinosaurs, Machines, Planet Earth, Space.
£9.99
Chronicle Books A Beetle Is Shy
Book SynopsisThe award-winning duo of Dianna Hutts Aston and Sylvia Long team up again, this time creating a gorgeous look at the fascinating world of beetles. From flea beetles to bombardier beetles, an incredible variety of these beloved bugs are showcased here in all their splendor. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, this carefully researched and visually striking book is perfect for sparking children''s imaginations in both classroom reading circles and home libraries.
£999.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd Lifttheflap Questions and Answers about Our World
Book SynopsisKatie has been writing non-fiction children's books for almost half her life and loves questioning the world from a child's point of view. She's developed some of Usborne's bestselling series, including the See Inside books and Lift-the-flap Questions & Answers. When she's not writing, she likes drinking coffee, walking on the moors and playing competitive board games with her children.Trade ReviewThere is a contents page so you can go straight to areas of interest if you don’t want to read it in order. It's a book I will read again and again, and give it a big thumbs up. * Toppsta reviewer *
£10.44
North Parade Publishing LifttheFlap Ocean
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£6.00
Faber & Faber Letters from Wonderland
Book SynopsisI am a little strange, but warm like porridge and sunshine. I grow things and find treasures. I know the names of the birds and the trees. My body and my mind work differently to most. I am full of surprises. Will you join me?Wonderland exists outside of stories.It''s in the cracks between the pavement.In overgrown gardens, down amongst the weeds.It''s a witchy, magical, enchanted place.It''s waiting for you.And it needs you.Follow the trail laid out for you in this sumptuously illustrated book of letters that will lead you on a journey of discovery into the magical world all around you.If where you live feels grey and boring, if you''ve ever felt different or alone, doubted yourself or wondered if you really matter, if you''ve found yourself feeling sad that magic isn''t ''real'' or longed to feel like someone special in a real story, this book is for you.
£13.49
Pan Macmillan My StandUp Farm Animals
Book SynopsisDiscover six amazing pop-up farm animals in this fun and interactive book from the creator of Dear Zoo.Young children will love finding out about all their favourite farm animals in this clever pop-up book. Just open up the book to see a different farm animal stand up in the middle of every spread. With easy to use and brilliantly satisfying pop-ups, fun facts, bright and bold illustrations and lots of favourite animals from hens to horses, My Stand-Up Farm Animals is perfect for preschoolers.Look out for more farm novelty books from Rod Campbell including: Noisy Farm, Farm 123 and Oh Dear!.
£7.59
Spectrum Spectrum Science Grade 4
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£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers The Worlds Most Amazing Places 1000 incredible
Book SynopsisA fun and entertaining book for the whole familyGo on a journey of discovery to 100 of the world's most amazing places with this must-have, fun-filled gift book from the team that created the Weird but true! annual.Featuring colourful hot springs, giant trees and explosive volcanoes, kids will be astounded by the 1000 incredible facts to wow family and friends with.Jam-packed with bright, colourful photosFrom the Galapagos islands to the Serengeti National Park, the Cave of Crystals to Shark BayFind out the WHERE? WHAT? and HOW? about each place along the way
£17.00
Restless Books The House of the Lost on the Cape
Book SynopsisA 2024 Mildred L. Batchelder Award HonoreeA 2024 USBBY Outstanding International BookOne of Kirkus Reviews? 10 Essential Middle-Grade Books for Fall 2023 ? Starred ReviewOne of Kirkus Reviews? Best Middle-Grade Family Stories of 2023A 2023 Cybils Awards Finalist for Speculative Middle Grade FictionFrom the author and translator of the Batchelder Award-winning novel Temple Alley Summer comes the moving story of three generations of women adapting to their new home, and its mythical inhabitants, in the tragic aftermath of the 2011 Tohoku earthquake disaster.In the wake of a devastating earthquake and tsunami, Yui, fleeing her violent husband, and Hiyori, a young orphan, are taken in by a strange but kind old lady named Kiwa in the small town of Kitsunezaki??. The newly formed family finds refuge in a mayoiga, a lost house, perched atop a beautiful cape overlooking the sea. While helping to rebuild Kitsunezaki, the three adapt to their new lives and supernatural new home, slowly healing from their troubled pasts. Kiwa regales Yui and Hiyori with local legends?from the shapeshifting fox-woman who used to roam the mountains, to the demon Agamé and a sea snake who once terrorized the townspeople, preying upon their grief and fears until they trapped the snake and the demon?s claws in an underwater cave.But when mysterious and sinister events start happening around town, the three fear the worst. Did the earthquake release Agamé and the sea snake into the world again? Kiwa, Yui, and Hiyori join forces with a merry band of kappa river spirits, a bold zashiki warashi house spirit, and flying Jizo guardian statues to save their new family and home and banish Agamé and the snake once and for all. Now a hit anime film, The House of the Lost on the Cape is a heartwarming tale about the strength of family and friendship in the face of natural and mythical forces.
£12.34
Insight Kids Paws, Claws, and Snapping Jaws Pop-Up Book
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£22.50
Hachette Children's Group Surprised by Science Human Bodies are Brilliant
Book SynopsisBe surprised by the astonishing science of the human body, with Sabrina Rose, AKA Science Girl - the internet''s most inspiring curator of facts and observations of our wonderful world!Surprised by Science: Human Bodies are Brilliant brings an attention-grabbing and accessible set of human body facts to life! Doing what she''s famous for online, Sabrina Rose dives into the most surprising corners of the human body to explore the science at work. From the clever immune system, to saliva production; from the gut microbiome, to unwelcome invaders - this series is perfect for inquisitive children age 7 and up, and all fans of Science Girl.Surprised by Science is a series of books that takes the inspiring communication and research skills of Science Girl''s hugely popular platform and distills it on the page, with funny and engaging illustrations by Ali Ardington paired with photos of the real-life science in action. The series includes: Electricity is Epic!; Plants are Powerful!; Forces are Fantastic!; Sound is Sensational!; Animals are Awesome!; Human Bodies are Brilliant!
£12.34
HarperCollins Publishers Ocean Activity and Colouring Book
Book SynopsisThe perfect boredom buster for kids who love the oceanSplash your way through fun activities and things to colour with this fact-packed National Geographic Kids book of puzzles.Brimming with wordsearches, matching pairs, spot the difference, mazes, dot-to-dots, colouring and drawing.Meet whales, sharks, jellyfish, crabs and many more underwater creatures, learning fun facts along the way.With tons of colourful photos, it's ideal for holidays, journeys and rainy days.In this series:Ocean Activity and Colouring BookSafari Activity and Colouring BookDinosaurs Activity and Colouring BookSpace Activity and Colouring BookPlanet Earth Activity and Colouring BookVehicles Activity and Colouring Book
£5.99
Priddy Books My Best Friend Is A Sloth
Book SynopsisMy Best Friend is a Sloth is a fantastic touch-and-feel title in a touch-and-feel series by Priddy Books.With a padded, embroidered character on the cover and a unique touch-and-feel to discover on every spread, this sturdy board book is ideal for toddlers who love exploring the world with their hands. The simple rhyming text and playful artwork invites children to join the funny sloth and see all the silly scenarios she finds herself in.
£7.59
Usborne Publishing Ltd 24 Hours in a Zoo
Book SynopsisTai is mad about animals and dreams of becoming a zookeeper when he grows up. Today is his chance to access all areas and explore what goes on behind the scenes at a zoo for the day. In this story you'll discover what it's like to handle a giant snake, how the zoo prepares for the arrival of a new animal and what happens when an animal goes missing. See some cutting-edge science in action, and find out how zoos work to protect endangered species, and what they do with all that dung.Written in collaboration with experts at Chester Zoo.
£7.59
Hachette Children's Group A Question of Geography What Makes Land Wobble
Book SynopsisA fun, quirky geography series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask!How is an earthquake like a stuck door? Why are tsunamis so terrible? And can goats REALLY sense an earthquake before it happens? Find out the answers to these questions and much more in this book!With an engaging question and answer format, these books draw kids into geography in a fun way. Each book features one question per spread with a clear explanation to follow, maps, photos and fun and humorous illustrations. The quirky questions are designed to range from those that children will often ask to things they may never have thought of, but will still be keen to know the answer to.Perfect reading for curious young geographers aged 8 and up.Titles in the series:A Question of Geography: What Makes Land Wobble? and other questions about earthquakesA Question of Geography: Why Don''t Bees Freeze in the Arctic? and other questions about biomes
£12.34
Templar Publishing The Flickering Fires
Book SynopsisA journey through life's elemental forces by Greenaway award-winner Grahame Baker-Smith.
£11.69
HarperCollins Publishers Pandas Level 3 National Geographic Readers
Book SynopsisNational Geographic Primary Readers is a high-interest series of beginning reading books that have been developed in consultation with education experts. The books pair magnificent National Geographic photographs with lively text by skilled children's book authors across four reading levels.The whole world loves panda bears. Everyone loves to watch them play, climb, cuddle, and chew. But careful, they can scratch too just look at that tree! Pandas live in wild places very far away, and they are the STAR ATTRACTIONS of every zoo that keeps them safe and well, all over the world. This level 3 reader is full of beautiful photographs and engaging text for kids to enjoy.Level 3: Becoming independentBest suited to kids who are ready for complex sentences and more challenging vocabulary, but still draw on occasional support from adults. They are ideal for readers of Purple and Gold books.Trade Review“The National Geographic books have been excellent for stimulating children's interest in the natural world. They provide something different to our regular non-fiction library books because they are pitched at an appropriate level for our children to be able to access independently… I can't recommend them highly enough.” - Andrew Stear, Headteacher, Milford School “The National Geographic books make a huge difference to the children within our school. Children love the fascinating images, the easy to understand text and how informative these books are about the world around them.” - David Baker, Deputy Headteacher, Springfield Primary
£10.23
HarperCollins Publishers iSPY Horses and Ponies Spy it Score it Collins
Book SynopsisLearn about horses and ponies with i-SPY facts, photos and fantastic spots!Beat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun!Kids will have fun collecting points with more than 120 things to find. From Shetland ponies to Shires, tack and equipment to grooming, they'll learn all about the different breeds along the way. And once they've scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their official i-SPY certificate and badge.With more than 30 i-SPY books to collect, there's something for everyone!For even more fun check out i-SPY Dogs (ISBN 9780008431778).Trade Review“A fun, interactive way to encourage curious children to learn about the world around them.” – Parents In touch
£999.99
HarperCollins Publishers iSPY Churches and Cathedrals
Book SynopsisBeat the boredom and take time out from screens with this pocket-sized book packed with facts, photos and fantastic spots for hours of fun!Kids will have fun collecting points when visiting churches and cathedrals with more than 140 things to find. From altars to spires, choirs to bell ringers, they'll learn all about these places of worship along the way. And once they've scored 1000 points, super-spotters can claim their official i-SPY certificate and badge.With more than 30 i-SPY books to collect, there's something for everyone!For even more spotting fun check out i-SPY London (ISBN 9780008386450).Trade Review“A fun, interactive way to encourage curious children to learn about the world around them.” – Parents In touch
£5.62
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Who Eats What
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£6.23
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Splat the Cat and the Cat in the Moon
Book SynopsisSplat the Cat and the Cat in the Moon is a Guided Reading Level J and a Level Two I Can Read book, geared for kids who read on their own but still need a little help.
£5.62
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Apex Predators
Book SynopsisWhat does it take to be top dog? In this illustrated exploration of the animal kingdom, Caldecott Honor winner Steve Jenkins introduces readers to some of the most powerful predators in history, from the Tyrannosaurus rex to the African Siberian tiger.Using his signature cut paper art style, Jenkins illustrates how these animals dominate their different ecosystems using speed, strength, and even cooperation and cunning.Take a trip through history and discover apex predators both past and present, from the earliest sea creatures to the modern African lion and giant freshwater ray, which can grow to over fifteen feet.Trade Review"Jenkins has done it again—all nonfiction collections will want this title." — School Library Journal "It’s a clear and simple addition to Jenkins’ books of animal infographics, and browsers interested in the fiercest of the animal world will snap it quickly up." — Booklist "The intricacy of Jenkins’s distinctive artwork will capture readers’ imaginations, as will the predator face-offs he stages between pairs of predators. Great white shark vs. Dunkleosteus, anyone?" — Publishers Weekly “Jenkin’s cut-paper collage illustrations are, as usual, ingenious and remarkable in their clarity, their several components neatly articulating the anatomy of their subjects.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Eye to EyeHow Animals See the World
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£7.59
Firefly Books Ltd Rising Seas
Book SynopsisLibrary hardback edition of the guide for young adult readers confronting climate change and rising sea levels. Updated and expanded 2nd edition with new content about London.
£18.95
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Our World in Pictures The Rock and Gem Book
Book SynopsisPacked with more than 1,200 incredible images you can discover the world''s most precious and fascinating objects, from rocks and gems to fossils and shells.Earth''s extraordinary minerals, gems, shells, and fossils are all on dazzling display in this essential visual encyclopedia for children.The Rock and Gem Book is an indispensable guide to the natural world''s most remarkable treasures the book shows each rock, mineral, fossil, and shell in its natural form, as well as a wide range of everyday and unexpected objects in which they can be found Feast your eyes on the ultimate treasure trove that any pirate would envy!This genius geology book for kids has over 1200 stunning photographs that showcase rocks and gems in glorious detail, ensuring you can recognise sedimentary from sandstone, metamorphic from marble, and pyrite from pearl. The unique qualities of each eye-catching material are described in-depth, together with their broad range of uses in art, ind
£13.49
Dorling Kindersley Ltd 100 First Animals
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£10.44
Penguin Random House Children's UK Life
Book SynopsisWhile up in the air, warm and bright, Feathery creatures with wings took flight.Soaring high in the blissful breeze,And deep in the wind whipped waves of the seas.From tiny dots of microscopic bacteria to enormous dinosaurs.Through the Ice Ages and the gallop of evolution.From cavemen to cars, discover how our world began.Elli Woollard''s lyrical text is a pitch-perfect blend of storytelling, science and wonder. Life will fascinate and entertain the curious child, with Dorien Brouwers'' immersive artwork heightening the beauty and inspiring awe in readers young and old.
£13.49
Penguin Random House Children's UK Wild Family
Book SynopsisFamilies come in all shapes and sizes, from spiders who can carry hundreds of their babies, to elephants who babysit each other''s calves. Perfect for every animal and wildlife fan, discover the incredible true stories of our wilder family members . . .Did you know that clownfish can have hundreds of babies?Or that some families like to be on the move, like monarch butterflies who will travel together for their entire lives!Did you know that lions are ruled by a king, but in a bee family the queen is the boss . . .Meet families of all shapes and sizes, in these incredible true stories about wild families. These fascinating stories for curious young minds are fully illustrated with imaginative, colourful artwork, perfect for dipping into and to treasure all year round.
£13.49
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Born to be Wild
Book SynopsisDiscover how adorable baby animals survive in the wild with this entertaining read for children aged 9+ all about the animal kingdom!Have you ever wondered what it''s like for baby animals to learn how to roar, swim or fly for the first time? Well, now you can! Born To Be Wild explores the vast complexities of growing up in the animal kingdom, where everything feels like new. This unique read goes where no book has gone by delving into the countless ways baby animals survive in the wild. Jam-packed with awe-inspiring facts about baby animals across the entire animal kingdom, from chimpanzees to cheetahs, hippos to humpback whales and more. Celebrate your child''s curiosity as they soar into the pages of this fascinating animal book to explore: -Packed with amazing facts about babies from across the animal kingdom -Beautiful double-page images of adorable cubs, chicks, kits, and calves -Covers subjects such as animal behaviour, interaction with siblings and parents, learning, feeding, and hunting -Explores the perilous hazards that animals must face to mature into independent adults -Diagrams and illustrations explain the biology of how animals are adapted to their habitats -Extensive information and step-by-step features on firsts e.g. a tiger cub taking its first steps- Feature spreads hone in on unique animals, e.g. male seahorses that give birth to and look after their babiesThe only book on the market for children aged 9+ to focus on young animals and how they are adapted to survive in the wild, Born To Be Wild comprises gorgeous photographs of baby bears, lions and tigers, marsupials, birds and marine mammals, whilst charting the stages of development for baby animals, from dependency to independence, and looks at why some animals cling to their mothers for many months, while others must learn to fend for themselves almost as soon as they are born.Calling all animal lovers aged 9+, this informative step-by-step encyclopaedia explores the particular stages of learned animal behaviour, such as how a lion cub learns to stalk its prey. Further encompassing the key themes in a young animal''s life: from birth and the very first days of life, to learning to hunt and feed, senses and communication, habitat and adaptation, as well as the fun-filled playtime.A perfect balance between learning and fun, parents can also join the journey to the animal kingdom, and read this beautiful and informative book alongside little ones!
£16.99
Dorling Kindersley Ltd DKFindout Arctic and Antarctic
Book SynopsisJourney to the icy lands at the ends of the Earth and learn all about life at the poles!Discover snowy mountains, frozen seas, and icebergs bigger than skyscrapers within the Earth''s iciest regions. Children will meet the remarkable animals that survive and thrive in the harsh conditions of these icy worlds. There''s the giant polar bear using its large padded paws to trek many miles across the ice and snow, and the Arctic tern whose incredible flight from one side of the world to the other, is the longest animal migration in the world.Learn all about the spectacular natural light displays that transform the night skies near the north and south poles, then find out why the Arctic experiences an entire day of darkness at the same time as the Antarctic sees 24 hours of brilliant sunshine.Included in this riveting read you will find: -28 fascinating topics, including auroras, polar birds, food webs, icebergs and glaciers, and protecting th
£7.59
Penguin Random House Children's UK My First Animals A World of Words
Book SynopsisIntroduce toddlers to first animal words with this bright, contemporary board book.Featuring first animal words and brightly-coloured themed pages, this gorgeous book will build your toddler''s vocabulary and help them as they begin to talk. Young children will love discovering their favourite pets, exploring the farm and travelling through the jungle, meeting all sorts of animals from cats, dogs and birds, to gorillas, zebras and elephants! With clear labels and simple questions to spark your child''s curiosity on every spread, this is the perfect first words book to support your child''s language development.Illustrated by Emilie Lapeyre Also available: A World of Words treasuryMy First 100 Words (A World of Words) My First Vehicles (A World of Words)
£6.99
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Oceans Atlas
Book SynopsisDelve beneath the world''s oceans to discover their physical features, wildlife, and threats to their future.How do waves form? Where is the deepest part of the ocean? What is a black smoker? What would the ocean floor look like without water? What lives in a coral reef? If you find yourself seeking the answers to these questions, then this may be the book for you!Introducing The Oceans Atlas - a beautifully illustrated guide to Earth''s oceans for children aged 9-12. Explore key features of the oceans from seafloor to surf, including tides and trenches, currents and coastline, volcanoes and vents. Discover the variety of marine life from the biggest sharks and whales to the tiniest invertebrates and polyps. Find out the human impact on our seas and how we can create a healthier and cleaner future.Dive straight into this ocean book for kids, offering: - An illustrated guide to the innermost depths of our oceans that shows details not visible in photographs.- A variety of maps from seafloor topography and cross-sections to shipping routes and ocean resources.- Original and retro-feel illustration style combined with modern fonts which creates a different approach compared to photographic or CGI-based books.From coral reefs to hazardous seas, The Oceans Atlas is an engaging, fact-packed guide for children aged 9-12, especially those interested in natural science, geography, or ecology. So whether you''re a budding young geographer, or a teacher looking for an engaging resource to use in your classroom, this oceans encyclopedia is full of fascinating facts to impress young readers time and time again.At DK, we believe in the power of discovery.So why stop there? If you like The Oceans Atlas, then why not complete the collection? Take a peek inside the beautiful and absorbing world of birds with The Bird Atlas, explore the complex animal kingdom with The Animal Atlas, reveal the inner workings of the human body with The Body Atlas and take a trip around the globe with The Earth Atlas.
£13.49
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Life Underground
Book SynopsisGo on an illustrated journey through nature''s unseen habitats in this kids'' book about life under the earth.Teeming with animal life, this book shows how life on Earth is interconnected and thriving in more places than you might think! Children aged 7-11 will be fascinated by what goes on under their feet, learning about the incredible diversity of life on planet Earth.Life Underground takes children on an illustrated journey into the world''s most amazing underground habitats, from warm Arctic warrens to sandy desert dens. Explore the different communities of animals and plants that live under the Earth, from the succulent soil of an Australian forest to the hard ground at the icy north. Find out how animals and plants are adapted to their environment and how they interact with their surroundings and each other.This nature book for children offers: - Material that supports the science curriculum in schools up to Key Stage 2 - p
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