Children’s / Teenage general interest: Nature, animals, the natural world

Book SynopsisSpend a day and night in the desert! Learn about this dry habitat through the unique animals that call it home. Stand with meerkats during a watchful hunt for insects. Spot a jackrabbit taking a shaded midday nap. Join a desert tortoise as it dines on colourful cactus fruit. After dark, follow a snake as it slithers in cool, moonlit sand. What will tomorrow bring in the desert?

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Book SynopsisSpend a day and night in the rainforest! Learn about this lush habitat through the diverse animals that call it home. Start the morning suspended high in the canopy with a colourful toucan. Curl around a branch and bask in afternoon sun with an emerald boa. At sunset, pace the forest floor for prey alongside a sleek jaguar. After dark, spy a nocturnal sloth slowly wake after a full day of slumber. What will tomorrow bring in the rainforest?

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Book SynopsisSpend a day and night in the rainforest! Learn about this lush habitat through the diverse animals that call it home. Start the morning suspended high in the canopy with a colourful toucan. Curl around a branch and bask in afternoon sun with an emerald boa. At sunset, pace the forest floor for prey alongside a sleek jaguar. After dark, spy a nocturnal sloth slowly wake after a full day of slumber. What will tomorrow bring in the rainforest?

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Book SynopsisSpend a day and night in the prairie! Learn about this grassy habitat through the exciting animals that call it home. Spot prairie dogs popping above ground as morning sun floods a field. Join giant bison as they graze on grass. Stir up dust on a sunset sprint with antelope. After dark, stake out prey with a coyote in dense grass. What will tomorrow bring in the prairie?

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Book SynopsisSpend a day and night in the tundra! Learn about this cold habitat through the intriguing animals that call it home. Catch breakfast mid-flight with a peregrine falcon. Spend the afternoon snoozing with an Arctic fox. Take an evening trek with a herd of caribou. After dark, sit still with an Arctic hare as it hides from hungry wolves. What will tomorrow bring in the tundra?

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Book SynopsisSome desert creatures are masters of disguise! They use camouflage and cover to outsmart predators or sneak up on prey. Some desert animals blend in with rocks, sand and more. Others burrow beneath the ground or hide in shrubs. Can you spot the creatures hidden in the desert?

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Book SynopsisSome ocean creatures are masters of disguise! They use camouflage and cover to outsmart predators or sneak up on prey. Some ocean animals blend in with sand, pebbles and more. Others hide in coral reefs or beneath the ocean floor. Can you spot the creatures hidden in the ocean?

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Book SynopsisSome creatures are masters of disguise! They use camouflage and cover to outsmart predators or sneak up on prey. In cold habitats, animals blend in with the snowy surroundings. They also hide beneath the snow in dens. Can you spot the creatures hidden in the snow?

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Book SynopsisHi, there! I''m a great white shark. Don''t let my sharp teeth scare you off. I started life much smaller, just like you! Learn more about my life cycle and how I went from a tiny little shark pup to the ocean''s top predator.

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Book SynopsisHi, there! I'm an emperor penguin. I might be the largest penguin on Earth, but I started life much smaller, just like you! Learn more about my life cycle and how I went from an egg to the king of Antarctica. My Life as an Emperor Penguin is part of the My Life Cycle series, which uses adorable, first-person narratives to introduce a variety of life cycles. These illustrated non-fiction picture books combine science and humour to deepen students' understanding of different organisms and help young readers make easy comparisons between their life cycles and those of other living things. Fact boxes present additional science information, and each book ends with a complete life-cycle diagram. Perfect for supporting the study of plants and animals in the Year 2 science curriculum, help young readers get to know plants, animals and other living things from start to finish!

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Book SynopsisFalcons dive through the air. These birds of prey can reach speeds of more than 240 miles an hour! Their thin bodies and long, pointed wings help them go fast. Young readers will be quick to learn all they can about fierce falcons with fun facts and exciting photos.

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Book SynopsisWhat is the longest venomous snake in the world? The king cobra! It can grow longer than a limousine. Its deadly bite can even take down an elephant. With easy-to-read facts and colourful photos, young readers will enjoy learning more about these fascinating reptiles.

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Book SynopsisWhat is the longest venomous snake in the world? The king cobra! It can grow longer than a limousine. Its deadly bite can even take down an elephant. With easy-to-read facts and colourful photos, young readers will enjoy learning more about these fascinating reptiles.

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Book SynopsisGorgeous eyelashes. Flashy feathers. Silky hair. You''ll see the animals in this book are far from drab and dull. Outstanding photos combined with high-interest text perfectly support reluctant or struggling readers.

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Book SynopsisThe African savanna is home to many kinds of animals, including me! I am spotted, but I am not a giraffe. I am strong, but I am not an elephant. Read the clues and try to guess which animal I am before the end of the book!

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Book SynopsisThe rainforest is a hot, wet place with many kinds of animals. It is my home. I make a lot of sounds but am not a parrot. I sleep a lot but am not a sloth. Can you guess which animal I am by reading the clues in the book?

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Book SynopsisThe rainforest is a hot, wet place with many kinds of animals. It is my home. I make a lot of sounds but am not a parrot. I sleep a lot but am not a sloth. Can you guess which animal I am by reading the clues in the book?

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Book SynopsisFantastic plants cover our world. But which ones are the smelliest, thorniest or largest? Through easy-to-read text, amazing photos and a fun activity, early readers will learn all about the most extreme plants growing on our planet.

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Book SynopsisAwesome places can be found all over our world. But which ones are the deepest, tallest or hottest? Through easy-to-read text, amazing photos and a fun activity, early readers will learn all about the most extreme places on our planet.

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Book SynopsisAmazing animals live all over our world. But which ones are the strongest, hairiest or fastest? Through easy-to-read text, amazing photos and a fun activity, early readers will learn all about the most extreme animals living on our planet.

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Book SynopsisAmazing animals live all over our world. But which ones are the strongest, hairiest or fastest? Through easy-to-read text, amazing photos and a fun activity, early readers will learn all about the most extreme animals living on our planet.

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Book SynopsisWild weather affects every part of our world. But which types of weather bring wicked winds, drenching downpours or super-heavy snowfalls? Through easy-to-read text, amazing photos and a fun activity, early readers will learn all about the most extreme weather on our planet.

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Book SynopsisWild weather affects every part of our world. But which types of weather bring wicked winds, drenching downpours or super-heavy snowfalls? Through easy-to-read text, amazing photos and a fun activity, early readers will learn all about the most extreme weather on our planet.

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Book SynopsisWhat are clouds? How are they made? And why do they seem to move cross the sky? Learn the answers to these questions and more in this easy-to-read title and discover the science behind clouds.

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Book SynopsisHi, there! I''m a narwhal. You might not have seen me because I am very mysterious, but I bet you recognize my tusk! Learn more about my life cycle and how I went from a calf to the unicorn of the sea.

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Book SynopsisHi, there! I''m a red-eyed tree frog. You might think red eyes would make me stand out, but my green skin helps me blend in with my surroundings. Learn more about my life cycle and how I went from a teeny tiny tadpole to a full-grown frog.

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Book SynopsisWhales whistle, fireflies glow and skunks spray... That's how they communicate! Find out how mammals, reptiles, birds and other animals send messages and signals to stay safe, make friends and care for their young. The fun, age-appropriate text alongside striking photographs will reveal fascinating details of animal life and be certain to inspire a wide range of young readers and researchers.

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Book SynopsisAnimals are busy! Sea dragon fathers care for babies. Eagle parents build giant nests. Sea lions stand guard for one another. In every animal community, animals have jobs to do, just like people! The fun, age-appropriate text alongside striking photographs will reveal fascinating details of animal life and be certain to inspire a wide range of young readers and researchers.

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Book SynopsisA bear sleeps in a den. A snake might coil around a branch to rest. A crab carries its home on its back! Find out where all kinds of animals live: in the water, up in the trees or burrowed underground. The fun, age-appropriate text alongside striking photographs will reveal fascinating details of animal life and be certain to inspire a wide range of young readers and researchers.

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Book SynopsisA baby kangaroo lives in its mother's pouch. A zebra group is called a dazzle. A mother octopus has 50,000 babies! Find out how animal families care for their young, keep one another safe and share duties. The fun, age-appropriate text alongside striking photographs will reveal fascinating details of animal life and be certain to inspire a wide range of young readers and researchers.

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Book SynopsisThe sky is grey and hazy. The smell of smoke fills the air. In the distance there's a roar, like a freight train. Flames rush through the forest, engulfing everything in their path. Lush green trees turn to blazing matchsticks... Wildfires rip through forests, choke the air with smoke and destroy homes. Some wildfires are sparked by nature. Others are started by humans. All come with devastating results. In this book, readers will find out the science behind wildfires, learn about recent wildfires around the world, and discover what's being done to prevent them. Incredibly timely given the current prevalence of wildfires and related environmental concerns, Wildfire, Inside the Inferno offers a wealth of factual and descriptive information. Dramatic photography makes the book visually striking, while high-interest and carefully written text allows access for even the most reluctant reader.

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Book SynopsisHow did life begin? How many species are on our planet? Can we bring extinct species back to life? When it comes to life on our planet, there are a whole lot of questions we're still trying to answer. Get ready to explore the unknown and discover how scientists are working to solve the mysteries of living things. With a focus on the scientific method and enquiry, this book uses engaging text and eye-catching photos to show readers how scientists continue to push the boundaries of our knowledge and explain why some questions may never be answered.

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Book SynopsisHow did Earth form? Where did all the water come from? How did Earth's plates begin to shift? When it comes to our planet, there are a whole lot of questions we're still trying to answer. Get ready to explore the unknown and discover how scientists are working to solve the mysteries of Earth. With a focus on the scientific method and enquiry, this book uses engaging text and eye-catching photos to show readers how scientists continue to push the boundaries of our knowledge and explain why some questions may never be answered.

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Book SynopsisDiscover why TREES are important to our world in this photo-filled nonfiction book for budding young scientists. Trees are great for shade in the summer. And we use them build our homes. But what else do trees do? A lot! They help keep the air clean. They provide shelter for animals. And they can even help prevent landslides. With eye-catching photos, quick facts, and beyond-the-book back matter, Why Do We Need Trees? will have young researchers and science fans exploring more about the NATURE WE NEED. More Nature We Need:Why Do We Need Bats?Why Do We Need Bees?Why Do We Need Poop?Why Do We Need Rain?Why Do We Need Soil?

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Book SynopsisDiscover why soil is an important resource in this photo-filled non-fiction book for budding young scientists. What's so great about soil? A lot, actually! In this book, discover how this often overlooked, or even annoying, part of nature is essential to our world. We need soil to grow crops and construct buildings and roads. Soil is even important to the air we breathe! With eye-popping photographs, quick facts and beyond-the-book back matter, Why Do We Need Soil? will have young researchers and science fans exploring more about the NATURE WE NEED.

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Book SynopsisDiscover why poo is an important resource in this photo-filled non-fiction book for budding young scientists. Ever ask yourself, Do we really need poo? Well, the answer isYES! In this book, discover how this not-so-lovely part of nature is essential to our world. In fact, we need poo to help crops grow and replenish soil. Certain animals even eat poo for nutrients! With eye-catching photos, quick facts and beyond-the-book back matter, Why Do We Need Poo? will have young researchers and science fans exploring more about the NATURE WE NEED.

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Book SynopsisDiscover why poo is an important resource in this photo-filled non-fiction book for budding young scientists. Ever ask yourself, Do we really need poo? Well, the answer isYES! In this book, discover how this not-so-lovely part of nature is essential to our world. In fact, we need poo to help crops grow and replenish soil. Certain animals even eat poo for nutrients! With eye-catching photos, quick facts and beyond-the-book back matter, Why Do We Need Poo? will have young researchers and science fans exploring more about the NATURE WE NEED.

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Book SynopsisGlaciers have been around for a long time. Many formed at the end of the last ice age, about 20,000 years ago. Since then, they have shaped Earth's landscape, helped cool the planet and provided living things with fresh water, all while weathering changes in Earth's climate. Studying glaciers can tell us a lot about how Earth's climate has shifted over time, how human activities are impacting the climate and what might occur in the future. Packed with information, vibrant photos and hands-on activities, this book helps students learn about glaciers, how they're changing and what that might mean for the planet's future.

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Book SynopsisTsunamis can be more than 30 metres tall! After tsunamis crash into a coastline, their harmful effects can linger for years. Besides the impact to people, they can also be disastrous for the environment. Tsunamis can strip sand from beaches and uproot trees. Salt from ocean water can seep into the ground and stop plants from growing. Tsunamis also kill many animals and destroy their homes. Learn about the important actions people are taking to help areas affected by tsunamis recover.

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Book SynopsisDiscover the great outdoors with this beautifully illustrated treasury that celebrates the wonder of nature in four glorious seasons.From vibrant springtime flowers to sweet fruits on summer trees, the falling of autumn leaves and snowdrops in winter, this book of four seasons is the perfect introduction to the big outdoors.Discover why birds fly south in winter, find animal footprints in the snow and learn to make the perfect snowflake; grow a sunflower, find a feather and make a daisy chain. Full of activities, poetry and fun facts to explore, this bumper book is jam-packed with amazing things to see and do outdoors the perfect gift for every season.Trade ReviewDon’t leave home without My Big Book of Outdoors by Tim Hopgood, a beautifully illustrated treasury of nature celebrating everything from migrating birds to daisy chains. With a mixture of poetry, facts and things to do, this is the ideal companion for a British summer holiday – wet or dry. * The Daily Telegraph *Tim Hopgood’s My Big Book of Outdoors is a blissful immersion in the natural world, full of poetry, seasonally themed activities and engaging facts, with illustrations saturated in vivid colour. This handsome hardback invites children to plant sunflowers, go pond-dipping, and identify butterflies, birds and plants. * The Guardian *The beautifully illustrated My Big Book of Outdoors by Tim Hopgood takes younger children through the seasons with a series of inventive challenges. Make chocolate nests in spring, identify butterflies in summer, make a leaf mobile in autumn, or collect pine cones in winter. * Daily Express, Scottish Daily Express, Daily Mirror and The Irish Daily Mirror *

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Book SynopsisAn inspiring and fun-filled guide to the seaside, featuring artwork from the animated special of We''re Going on a Bear Hunt.In this interactive guide to the seaside, eager explorers will learn all about beach favourites including sand, crabs, birds, fish, rock pools and so much more! Packed with recipes, crafts and sticker activities galore, this beautifully illustrated sticker-activity book has plenty of ideas for seaside adventures and fun facts for readers come rain or shine!

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Book SynopsisThe anthologies in this series are updated and revised versions ofpreviously published titles, each with several brand new poemsin them. A matching Teacher Resource Book is also available and haslessons based on different poetry types, each focusing on a specificpoem from one of the anthologies.

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