Children’s / Teenage general interest: Nature, animals, the natural world
HarperCollins Publishers Puzzle Book Deadly Creatures Braintickling
Book SynopsisA fact-packed fun book of puzzles.Test your knowledge and get thinking with this fact-packed National Geographic Kids fun book of themed puzzles, featuring the planet's deadliest creatures.More than 100 brain-tickling wordsearches, sudokus, crosswords, quizzes, spot the difference and mazes.Great white sharks, poison dart frogs, black mambas, grizzly bears and lots more fearsome favourites.Colourful photographs and fascinating facts along the way.
£5.99
Kane/Miller Book Publishers Vet Academy
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£12.99
National Geographic Kids National Geographic Kids Readers Animal Homes
Book SynopsisYoung readers learn all about animal abodes--from cozy dens to towering trees--in this new Pre-reader from National Geographic Kids.Through text features such as a vocabulary tree and wrap-up activity, kids will be introduced to vocabulary in concept groups, helping them make connections between words and expand their understanding of the world. Along with brilliant photos and a fun approach to reading, National Geographic Readers are a winning formula with kids, parents, and educators.
£6.96
Field Studies Council Guide to Common Churchyard Lichens
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£7.08
Random House USA Inc Thank You Moon
Book SynopsisWith the soothing rhythm of a bedtime story and the scientific wonder of a nature doc, comes a celebration of the moon and all the creatures who rely on its light to find their way home.Under the glow of a shimmering moon, creatures great and small creep out of their dens, using its light to hunt, fend off predators, build their nests or build families. As the moon changes phases these animals adapt their behavior to match its waxing and waning—while human animals look on in wonder.As Earth''s closest companion in space, the moon has fascinated humankind for generations, and this nonfiction picture book sheds light on the mysterious ways it affects life on Earth. With luminous illustrations by Jessica Lanan and a lyrical text that is part lullaby and part scientific resource, Thank You, Moon is a treasure for all ages to enjoy.
£15.19
Penguin Young Readers Group The Shortest Day Celebrating the Winter Solstice
Book SynopsisThe science, history, and cultural significance of the shortest day of the year: The Winter Solstice!The beginning of winter is marked by the solstice, the shortest day of the year. Long ago, people grew afraid when each day had fewer hours of sunshine than the day before. Over time, they realized that one day each year the sun started moving toward them again. In lyrical prose and cozy illustrations, this book explains what the winter solstice is and how it has been observed by various cultures throughout history. Many contemporary holiday traditions were borrowed from ancient solstice celebrations. Using clear, concise language, Pfeffer discusses important ideas behind the shortest day of the year, such as the change from autumn to winter as well as the concept of the Earth''s tilting away from the sun…. While appealing to a younger audience, this treatment combines the cultural approach of Ellen Jackson''s The Winter Solstice (Mi
£8.54
National Geographic Kids National Geographic Kids World Atlas 7th Edition
£18.99
Penguin Young Readers Group The Very Hungry Caterpillars ABC World of Eric
Book SynopsisA bright and beautiful alphabet book featuring Eric Carle''s wonderful creatures.Explore the amazing animal alphabet with The Very Hungry Caterpillar in this delightful board book. Featuring Eric Carle''s bright, distinctive artwork, each letter introduces beloved animals, big and small.
£8.99
A&U Children's Tree
Book SynopsisCan you see the forest on this misty-morning mountain? Can you see where the tree stands? It is the tallest in this forest of tall trees. This tree is older than those who find it, younger than the land it grows from. Between sapwood and heartwood, water rises and energy flows. Listen to the leaves bustle. Smell the forest air. This is the world of the tree.In the vein of Iceberg - marrying deep scientific research, lyrical language and stunning illustrations - multi-award-winning and highly acclaimed creators Claire Saxby and Jess Racklyeft return with a change in environment, from ocean to land. Their new collaboration follows a mighty tree, from the bottom of its roots up to the tips of its upper branches. Iceberg won the CBCA Picture Book of the Year Award and was a Notable Book in the Eve Pownall Awards. ''Tree invites readers into the forest, asking them to close their eyes to imagine the sounds and breathe in the fresh air. Curious young minds aged 5+ will lap up this journey of discovery.'' Books+Publishing
£7.99
National Geographic Kids Weirdest Animals on the Planet
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£9.49
Henry Holt & Company Goodbye Spring Hello Summer
Book SynopsisAs the sun shines bright, rainy days disappear, and new flowers begin to bloom, everyone knows?summer is on its way!Join a young girl as she roams grassy plains and shady forests, greeting all the signs of the coming season. In a series of conversations with everything from the rolling hills to the chickadees up above, she says goodbye to spring and welcomes the liveliness of summer.
£16.40
Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada What is the Rock Cycle 4 Lets Rock
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£8.99
National Geographic Kids National Geographic Kids Amazing Animals Super
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£13.26
National Geographic Kids National Geographic Readers Rocks and Minerals
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£5.99
Holiday House Inc Plants Feed Me
Book SynopsisSink your teeth into the plants that feed the world—flowers, fruits, seeds, and all! With its simple text and bright, appealing illustrations, this book is perfect for young readers learning about where their food comes from. Clearly-labeled diagrams show the different parts of plants we use and eat—leaves of spinach and cabbage, the roots of carrot plants, and the wide variety of fruits, such as apples, berries, and tomatoes. Plants Feed Me explores the different types of seeds we eat— beans, nuts, rice, and even how wheat is ground into flour and used to make many other types of food. Smiling children pick fruits and vegetables, and learn how plants grow from seeds, stretching toward the sky for sun and into the earth for nutrients. This celebration of fruits, vegetables, and more is sure to get kids interested in what''s on their plates!
£7.99
Schiffer Publishing Ltd Who Is Hiding in the Forest
Book SynopsisPart of a series, this interactive board book teaches how animals in the forest search for shelter from the cold.
£10.79
Tommy Nelson Marvel at the Moon
Book SynopsisLoneliness among kids is on the rise. In Marvel at the Moon: 90 Devotions: You''re Never Alone in God''s Majestic Universe, author and pastor Levi Lusko uses illuminating stories, biblical teaching, and eye-opening surprises about outer space to show kids that they''re never alone, because God is always with them.The moon is a constant and mysterious presence in our sky! Kids marvel at it, just as adults do, wondering about our big universe. And they''ll love learning about the moon and other out-of-this-world discoveries about God''s creative cosmos. With insightful, educational, and comforting devotions, kids will discover that God is powerful, He is good, and He will never leave us.Including fun facts and simple action steps, this 90-day devotional journey will help kids to handle real-life issues such as loneliness, peer pressure, negative emotions, and more; tackle truths about God''s creation, learn how our universe fi
£17.60
National Geographic Kids A Tree Grows Up
Book SynopsisIn this charming picture book, curious little kids will learn all about how an acorn grows up to be an oak tree. The story includes the stages of growth of a tree throughout the seasons and year. It also introduces the happenings around the tree, from children playing in its shade to squirrels climbing up its trunk and birds nesting in its branches. These engaging Explore My World picture books on subjects kids care about combine simple stories with unforgettable photography. They invite little kids to take their first big steps toward understanding the world around them and are just the thing for parents and kids to curl up with and read aloud.
£7.04
National Geographic Kids Explore My World Honey Bees
Book SynopsisIn this charming picture book, curious little kids will learn all about the bustling world of honeybees and the important role they play in our delicate ecosystem. These engaging Explore My World picture books on subjects kids care about combine simple stories with unforgettable photography. They invite little kids to take their first big steps toward understanding the world around them and are just the thing for parents and kids to curl up with and read aloud.
£7.05
National Geographic Kids Sea Monsters A Prehistoric Adventure The Official
Book SynopsisRelive the wonder of Sea Monsters, National Geographic's 3-D Large Format Film, and learn more about these weird prehistoric creatures of the deep. Here's the Official Children's Companion Book to the giant-screen film which launches in October on giant screens nationwide. Sea Monsters leads kids into the Late Cretaceous Era, 80 million years ago. Stunning images of giant sharks, enormous squids, massive marine reptiles, and flying creatures with razor-sharp teeth will thrill young imaginations. Follow the story of a marine reptile called DolichorhynchopsDolly for shortas she braves the dangers of her inland sea home. Enjoy the cool digitally generated images of creatures like Tylosaurus, a whale-size predator, and the long-necked Styxosaurus. The brief text will engage young readers in a fun, unthreatening way. Sea Monsters is a wild and informative read for all who have or haven't yet seen this wonderful movie.
£7.72
National Geographic Kids National Geographic Kids Book of Animal Poetry
Book SynopsisNamed one of the Best Children''s Books of 2012 by Kirkus Reviews!Named one of the top Children''s Books of 2012 by the New York Public Library!Add a little natural wonder to your poetry shelves. Because if we’re talking about the best possible compliment to your eyes and ears alike, few have as many perks and grand moments as this. —School Library Journal starred reviewOut of a windless August night/A luna moth in ghostly lightBeat softly on my window screen/Tick-tick-ticking-all silver green.She whispered secrets in my ear--/I am but a stranger here.The stars are scrawled across the sky/By ghostwriters, the Moon and I.You will not see me here tonight--/I have a thousand stars to write.What could be better than cuddling up with your child and this book on your lap and allowing your imaginations to soar with the words and images? Lovingly selected by U.S. Children''s Poet Laureate J. Patri
£19.99
Spectrum Spectrum Science Grade 3
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£999.99
Speedy Publishing LLC Big Book of Animals
£12.34
Penguin Putnam Inc We Gather Together
Book SynopsisWhat is the fall equinox? The official start of the harvest season, it occurs around September 21 each year. It marks the end of summer and the beginning of longer nights and shorter days. For many cultures around the world, the fall equinox represents a time to celebrate the harvest and begin collecting and storing crops. Looking at both the science of weather and the history of how the fall equinox has been celebrated by various cultures throughout the world, this book will inspire a new understanding of autumn and the harvest season. Science activities, ideas for celebrating the fall equinox, and further reading list included!
£8.54
HarperCollins Our Family Tree An Evolution Story
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£16.19
McGraw-Hill Education - Europe Pond
Book SynopsisFish and fungi, plants and protists, mammals and monera all seem to get along swimmingly in and around the peaceful-looking pond environment. But a closer look at a small square reveals an ever-changing world. . .home to a larger variety of creatures and goings-on than you'd ever imagine, even in just a drop of its water! This beautifully illustrated "you are there" science book--part of the critically acclaimed One Small Square series--is brimming over with fun-to-do experiments and activities for children ages 7 and up. Includes a pond field guide, a glossary-index, and a resource list.Table of ContentsIntroduction.One Small Square of a Pond.School's Out: Summer's In.Between Two Worlds.The Hangout.Out of Sight.Quite a Handful.Risky Business.Bottoming Out.Just Keep Raining.Twilight Time.Heading the Warning.Thin Ice.Back to Life.Something New.
£11.78
Penguin Random House Children's UK A Little Guide To Wild Flowers
Book SynopsisArranged in colour for speedy identification, with extra anecdotes from winsome characters in Charlotte Voake's inimitable style; this child-friendly guide also includes keynotes on plant parts and the seasons, along with a tick-box index for keen spotters.The Eden Project brings plants and people together. It is dedicated to developing a greater understanding of our shared global garden; encouraging us to respect plants - and protect them.Trade ReviewExquisite watercolour drawings by Charlotte Voake * Independent *Beautiful introduction to British wildflowers * Glasgow Herald *Charming, entertaining, beautiful to look at, and instantly engaging for young people. Best of all it shows children that the world of wild flowers is interesting and it is worth protecting -- Marya Jansen-Gruber * Through the Looking Glass *Wonderfully entertaining and never dull; a stunning reference book that adults will learn from too. 5 stars * Ink *We have fallen in love with A Little Guide to Wild Flowers * Sunday Express *
£8.88
Grosset and Dunlap Curious About Fossils Smithsonian
Book SynopsisDig into this photo-packed Penguin-Smithsonian book about fossils—and find out what was going on in our world.Aren't you curious about what Earth was like long ago? What creatures lived before us? What happened to the dinosaurs?Curious about Fossils explains why and where fossils form and looks at the colorful lives and important discoveries of some of the great early fossil hunters and collectors, including Mary Anning who unearthed the first ichthyosaur skeleton; Richard Owen who coined the word dinosaur; and Barnum Brown, who discovered the first remains of a T-rex. Then the adventure continues into modern times, where scientists on fossil hunts in places like North Dakota's Hell Creek Formation use computers and other technology to dig up the fossilized bones, teeth, and even poop that provide clues to the past. A must read for every kid who's ever collected a shark tooth or trilobite!
£7.05
Scholastic Inc. The Magic School Bus and the Climate Challenge
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£9.99
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Mountains
Book SynopsisA study of the mountain regions of the world, showing how they were formed and how people have managed to live on and around them for thousands of years. Illustrated with full colour photographs. In the MULBERRY BOOKS series.
£9.16
The Tiny Seed World of Eric Carle
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£9.37
Workman Publishing Wild Animals of North America
Book SynopsisKids will go wild for these 30 full-color, action-packed posters that show amazing animals in their natural habitats. Gray wolves and grizzlies catch dinner; bald eagles and polar bears spar for supremacy; and a caribou sheds the velvet on his antlers. In addition to stunning photography, each poster contains age-appropriate information describing the animal’s habits and living arrangements. Get up-close and personal with a diverse assortment of wild mammals, birds, and reptiles that live in North America’s beautiful and varied landscapes.
£9.87
Crabtree Publishing Co,US How and What do Animals Learn All About Animals
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£8.99
B Jain Publishers Pvt Ltd Marine Mammals
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£7.61
National Geographic Kids Explore My World Coral Reefs
Book SynopsisIn this charming picture book for preschoolers, curious kids will learn all about the amazing underwater world of coral reefs and the animals that live there.From sea stars to seahorses to sharks, young readers will be amazed by the diversity of life in coral reefs and by the wonders of our natural world. These engaging Explore My World picture books, on subjects kids care about, combine simple storytelling with unforgettable photography. They invite little kids to take their first big steps toward understanding the world around them and are just the thing for parents and kids to curl up with and read aloud.
£7.05
National Geographic Kids National Geographic Kids Adorable Animals Super
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£10.44
National Geographic Kids Everything Weather
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£11.06
National Geographic Kids Everything Rocks and Minerals Dazzling gems of
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£11.24
National Geographic Kids National Geographic Kids Everything Sharks All
Book SynopsisSatisfy the shark-fact feeding frenzy! These torpedo-shaped swimmers are an obsession for many kids. In Everything Sharks, exciting photos depict great whites, hammerheads, and more. Scientists tell hair-raising tales about encounters. With its awesome facts and action-packed images, this book brings kids close to the mysterious lives of sharks.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.Visit www.natgeoed.org/commoncore for more information.
£11.24
HarperCollins Publishers Coral Reefs
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.In this level 3 book, young readers explore the amazing underwater world of coral reefs.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
£999.99
North Star Editions Giants of the Sea: Manta Rays
Book SynopsisThis book gives fascinating facts about manta rays and their lives in the wild. Short paragraphs of easy-to-read text are paired with plenty of colorful photos to make reading engaging and accessible. The book also includes a table of contents, fun facts, sidebars, comprehension questions, a glossary, an index, and a list of resources for further reading.
£27.19
Scholastic Nature A Magical Journey Through the Year
Book SynopsisTake an inspirational journey through nature with this beautifullyillustrated guide to plants, wildlife and the great outdoors
£9.74
Quarto Publishing PLC When the Whales Walked: And Other Incredible
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£15.51
National Geographic Kids How to Speak Animal
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£11.56
DK Earths Incredible Oceans
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£15.29
National Geographic Kids All About Bears Prereader
Book SynopsisTake a tour around the world to meet all kinds of bears in this delightful pre-reader.Kids love bears and in this book they''ll be introduced to them all: Grizzly, polar, sun, sloth, black, and brown. Great full-color photos reveal details about how and where they live. Perfect for beginning and young readers, National Geographic Pre-readers include simple, expertvetted text and large, engaging photos on every page. A vocabular tree at the beginning of the book introduces key words in concept groups, helping kids make connections between words. Plus, a wrap-up activity gives kids a chance to use what they''ve learned, while expanding their understanding of the world.
£6.91
Sterling Juvenile Inside Tornadoes Inside Series Inside Sterling
Book SynopsisTornadoes are the most violent storms on the planet. This title features photographs and gatefold images that give the inside scoop on Tornadoes. It helps young readers discover what makes a tornado, where they strike and what scientists discover as they risk their lives driving equipment as close as possible to these storms.
£7.99
Capstone Press The Basics of Cell Life with Max Axiom, Super
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£9.87
