Children’s / Teenage general interest: Nature, animals, the natural world
Penguin Putnam Inc In the Forest
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£6.96
Penguin Putnam Inc PupPupPuppies
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£6.99
Penguin Putnam Inc Owls Birds of the Night Penguin Young Readers L3
Book SynopsisDid you know that the biggest owl has a wingspan of five feet? That's big! The smallest owl is no bigger than an avocado. Filled with photographs and vivid illustrations, this book will teach you all about these beautiful birds.Excerpt:When the owlets are about one month old, they are ready to leave the nest.At first, owlets hop from branch to branch.They grab onto tree bark.They wander around on the ground.They practice flapping their wings.Look!They are flying!The owlets are now called fledglings(say: FLEJ-lings).
£6.57
Penguin Putnam Inc PigPiggyPigs
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£6.96
Penguin Young Readers Group KitKitKittens
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£999.99
Penguin Putnam Inc HedgeHedgeyHedgehogs
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£6.96
Random House USA Inc Who Hatches the Egg All About Eggs
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£8.99
Penguin USA Im Trying to Love Rocks
Book SynopsisThe fourth totally awesome, funny, and incredibly informative book in the I''m Trying to Love... book series!Think rocks are boring? Hard to like? Kinda just sit there, doing nothing?Why even write a whole book about them??Bethany Barton will tell you why . . . because we wouldn''t be here if there were no rocks!From the Grand Canyon to volcanos to diamonds and fossils, geology--the study of rocks--shows us where we''ve been and where we''re going. With tons of humor and scores of fascinating facts, Bethany Barton introduces younger readers to geology and why rocks matter . . . enough to write a whole book about them!
£16.19
Penguin Putnam Inc SnailSnailySnails Penguin Young Readers Level 2
Book SynopsisSnail-Snaily-Snails is a fun, informative book perfect for young readers!They're slimy, they're small, and they're slow. Some call them pests, and some call them a delicacy. What are they? Snails! Kids will learn all about these crawly creatures in this fact-and-photo-filled nonfiction reader.
£6.96
Penguin Putnam Inc Where Is the Mississippi River
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£8.07
Dutton Books for Young Readers 2030 A Day in the Life of Tomorrows Kids
Book SynopsisWinner of the 2012 Grand Canyon Reader Award for a Non-fiction bookGlobal events and new technology change how we live from moment to moment. So, what will our world be like in twenty years? Come take a look as futurists Amy Zuckerman and James Daly examine what a kid?s daily life might be like in the year 2030. Inspired and informed by trends and scientifi c and technological research, 2030 is not only a peek at some cool future gadgets (talking dog collars, cars that drive themselves), but also a thoughtful examination of how our lives might be impacted as we adjust to environmental change.
£16.19
Random House USA Inc Baby 101 Botany for Babies
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£8.54
£23.75
C. Press/F. Watts Trade All about Fossils a True Book Digging in Geology
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£999.99
C. Press/F. Watts Trade How Do You Know Its Fall Rookie ReadAbout Science
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£7.77
C. Press/F. Watts Trade Fossils a True Book Earth Science
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£999.99
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company How to Swallow a Pig StepByStep Advice from the
Book SynopsisWith step-by-step instructions, readers learn about specific behaviours; how to catch thousands of fish like a humpback whale or how to sew up a nest like a tailorbird. This fascinating illustrated nonfiction melds science, art, biology, and the environment together in a detailed book about animals who live and survive in our world today.
£12.99
HarperCollins Amazon Adventure How Tiny Fish Are Saving the
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£17.99
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company Just Like Us Fish
Book SynopsisGet the facts on an array of aquatic creatures and discover the unexpected ways humans and fish are alike in this installment in the Just Like Us! series from Bridget Heos, author of Mustache Baby and Shell, Beak, Tusk. With an appealing mix of photographs and cartoon illustrations.
£11.39
Clarion Books The Tapir Scientist
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£11.39
HarperCollins Eight Dolphins of Katrina A True Tale of Survival
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£10.79
Houghton Mifflin Back From the Brink
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£16.19
HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Beetle Book
Book SynopsisThe beetle world is vast: one out of every four living things on earth is a beetle. From the goliath beetle that weighs one fourth of a pound to the nine inch long titan beetle, the author presents an array of these intriguing insects and the many amazing adaptations they have made to survive.Trade Review"Jenkins' splendid array of beetles will surely produce at least one budding coleopterist...distinguished both as natural history and work of art"--Kirkus, starred review "Jenkins brings his signature style to the world of beetles...As always, the design of the book is exemplary."--Horn Book "A richly varied and visually riveting introduction to beetles, both familiar and strange."--Booklist, starred review "Jenkins's enthusiasm for his subject shines through in this rich and varied compendium."--School Library Journal, starred review "Jenkins offers a wealth of information about beetles and presents it impeccably."--Publishers Weekly, starred review "The combination of sophisticated look and highly visual approach makes this accessible to a wide audience, and this is one that'll certainly be picked up immediately if left strategically on a library table."--Bulletin —
£999.99
Houghton Mifflin Park Scientists
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£17.09
Houghton Mifflin Eye to Eye How Animals See the World
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£16.99
Random House USA Inc Magic Tree House Animal Games and Puzzles
Book SynopsisAn activity book full of more than 200 animal puzzles, games, and activities for kids who love the #1 bestselling Magic Tree House books! Take a walk on the wild side with Magic Tree House® animal activities! From cobras to koalas to emperor penguins, Jack and Annie have met all kinds of animals on their adventures. Now you can test your animal awareness and Magic Tree House® mastery with this flock of fantastic activities. Includes Tic-Cat-Toe, A Perfect Time for Riddles, Marsupial Maze, Crazy Critter Charades, Which Animal Are You?, and much more. Did you know that there’s a Magic Tree House book for every kid?Magic Tree House: Adventures with Jack and Annie, perfect for readers who are just beginning chapter booksMerlin Missions: More challenging adventures for the experienced readerSuper Edition: A longer and more dangerous adventureFact Trackers: Nonfiction companions to your favorite Magic Tree House adventures
£7.78
Penguin Putnam Inc Where Is the Congo
Book SynopsisDiscover what lives and grows in the Congo Basin in Central Africa, one of the planet''s most remarkable regions.Running through six countries in the middle of Africa, the Congo Basin contains some of the largest tropical rainforests in the world. Dealing with present-day issues of climate change, it is home to bonobo apes, mountain gorillas, forest elephants, and more. With details about the exploration (and exploitation) by the European colonialists and the aftermath of their arrival in the Congo, this book will give readers a better understanding of the second largest rainforest in the world.
£8.06
Penguin Putnam Inc Where Is the Congo
Book SynopsisDiscover what lives and grows in the Congo Basin in Central Africa, one of the planet''s most remarkable regions.Running through six countries in the middle of Africa, the Congo Basin contains some of the largest tropical rainforests in the world. Dealing with present-day issues of climate change, it is home to bonobo apes, mountain gorillas, forest elephants, and more. With details about the exploration (and exploitation) by the European colonialists and the aftermath of their arrival in the Congo, this book will give readers a better understanding of the second largest rainforest in the world.
£15.99
Penguin Putnam Inc The Outdoor Scientist
Book SynopsisFrom New York Times bestselling author and world-renowned scientist and autism spokesperson Temple Grandin comes a book about exploring the world around us, asking questions, and making sense of what we see--with 40 fun outdoor activities that promote independent thinking, which kids can enjoy all year round!What are the aerodynamics of skipping stones or the physics of making sandcastles? Do birds use GPS to navigate their migratory routes? In this book, Dr. Temple Grandin, an inventor and world-renowned scientist, introduces readers to geologists, astrophysicists, oceanographers, and many other scientists who unlock the wonders of the natural world. She shares her childhood experiences and observations, whether on the beach, in the woods, working with horses, or gazing up at the night sky. This book explores all areas of nature and gives readers the tools to discover even more on their own.With forty projects to give readers a deeper underTrade ReviewPraise for The Outdoor Scientist:* "This terrific science book will appeal to both teachers and young readers who love to be outdoors." --School Library Connection, *STARRED REVIEW*"Grandin’s words are a rallying cry for budding scientists and she serves as a role model for young readers with autism. This is an important STEM and STEAM resource for every collection." --School Library Journal "The book is chock-full of information . . . the kind a nature-loving child will be thrilled to discover. An invitation to young readers to observe, enjoy, and learn about the world around us all." --Kirkus Reviews
£16.14
Random House Children's Books When Forests Burn
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£26.59
Random House Children's Books Whats Inside A Birds Nest
Book SynopsisDiscover the next nonfiction picture book about eggs, nests, and birds from the creator of the New York Times bestseller Women in Science, Rachel Ignotofsky! Want to learn more about the bird that chirps outside your window? Ignotofsky crafts a perfect read out loud with a touch of humor and compassion for our friends with wings in the sky!Find out more from the moment they hatch, to how they create their homes in this perfectly detailed and soon-to-be springtime favorite read!Rachel Ignotofsky's beautiful, distinctive art style and engaging, informative text clearly answers any questions a child (or adult) could have about birds, eggs, and nests in this nonfiction picture book series.
£21.84
Random House USA Inc Whats Inside a Caterpillar Cocoon
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£20.89
Penguin USA The Impossible Climb Young Readers Adaptation
Book SynopsisA middle grade adaptation of the adult bestseller that chronicles what The New York Times deemed one of the great athletic feats of any kind, ever: Alex Honnold's free-solo ascent of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park.On June 3, 2017, as seen in the Oscar-winning documentary Free Solo, Alex Honnold achieved what most had written off as unattainable: a 3,000-foot vertical climb of El Capitan in Yosemite National Park, without a rope or harness. At the time, only a few knew what he was attempting to do, but after topping out at 9:28 am, having spent just under four hours on this historic feat, author Mark Synnott broke the story for National Geographic and the world watched in awe.Now adapted for a younger audience, The Impossible Climb tells the gripping story of how a quiet kid from Sacramento, California, grew up to capture the attention of the entire globe by redefining the limits of human potential through hard work, discipline, and a de
£17.09
Penguin Putnam Inc Who Is Greta Thunberg
Book SynopsisThe inspiring story of a young Swedish school girl who sparked a worldwide revolution, told in a new Who HQ NOW format for trending topics.
£6.88
Random House USA Inc A Busy Year
Book SynopsisA charming exploration of the seasons with some of Caldecott-winner Leo Lionni''s beloved mice.In January, two mice, Willie and Winnie, make a new friend: a tree. The tree tells them her name is Woody, and the mice promise to visit her all year round. As the months tick by, Willie and Winnie watch Woody soak up the rain, bloom buds into flowers and leaves, and bear fruit. By the end of the year, Willie and Winnie know they''ve made a forever friend who has taught them all about the seasons.Originally published in 1992, this board book classic from Caldecott Award winner Leo Lionni is the perfect read year-round.
£8.54
Random House USA Inc Would You Could You Save the Sea with Dr. Seusss
Book SynopsisThe Lorax--Dr. Seuss''s beloved icon of Environmentalism--stars in an early reader about helping to save the ocean! In this simple, rhymed Step 2 Step into Reading Book (printed on recycled paper) the Lorax address a concern shared by people of all ages--how to preserve and protect the ocean by reducing our use of plastic and recycling cans and bottles. With simple, kid-friendly tips (such as using a refillable water bottle and reusable grocery bags, and saying no thanks to plastic straws), this is the perfect way to empower young children with a Go Green message--and to excite them about reading!Step 2 readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. They are perfect for children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.
£6.96
Random House USA Inc Would You Could You Save the Sea With Dr. Seusss
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£14.99
Random House USA Inc Lets Go to the Garden With Dr. Seusss Lorax
Book SynopsisJoin the Lorax and learn all about gardens in this board book for Dr. Seuss's youngest fans--perfect for encouraging a love of nature!The Lorax shares his love of animals and plants and need to speak for the trees in this sturdy board book about he role gardens play in helping the Earth. Written in rhymed verse and with flaps to lift that uncover simple facts about the creatures and plants found in gardens, it's both a fun read and an educational tool for toddlers and preschoolers.
£7.99
Random House USA Inc 101 Ways to Help the Earth with Dr. Seusss Lorax
Book SynopsisSimple suggestions for helping the planet that kids can do themselves—ideal for nurturing a love of nature and for celebrating the 50th anniversary of Dr. Seuss''s The Lorax!Encourage children to be eco-friendly with the fun, easy ideas in this guidebook—and a little help from the Lorax, Dr. Seuss''s beloved icon of environmentalism! From tips on how to reduce, reuse, and recycle, to low-cost earth-friendly crafts and activities, games, and more, there are over 100 ways for kids to help the planet—inside, outside, in the classroom, and in the community! Printed on recycled paper and featuring full-color illustrations and photographs, links to helpful Web sites, suggestions for further reading, and silly eco-jokes, this is a perfect choice for fostering a love of the natural world and of Dr. Seuss!
£9.49
Random House USA Inc This Book Will Help Cool the Climate
Book SynopsisTrade Review"A primer on climate change focusing on practical suggestions for personal action." --Kirkus Reviews
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Penguin Putnam Inc Big Ideas for Little Environmentalists
Book SynopsisDiscover Jane Goodall's big ideas about conserving habitats and ways even the youngest kids can help, too! Even little children can make a positive impact on the environment. Jane Goodall has dedicated her life to studying chimpanzees, and realized that sometimes people hurt the places where animals have always lived. She began to teach others how we can enjoy nature while also making sure that the homes of animals aren’t suffering. Kids will come away from this book with questions about what animal habitats they can care for in their own community, and how conservation work makes sure all people and animals have a healthy home. Look for the other books in the Big Ideas for Little Environmentalists series: Restoration with Wangari Maathai, Preservation with Aldo Leopold, and Ecosystems with Rachel Carson.
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Penguin Putnam Inc Big Ideas for Little Environmentalists Ecosystems
Book SynopsisDiscover Rachel Carson's big ideas about protecting ecosystems and ways even the youngest kids can help, too! Even little children can make a positive impact on the environment. Rachel Carson was an environmentalist who studied the way the land, plants, and animals interact with each other, beginning when she was a child. She noticed that everything is connected, and all of nature must stay healthy for living things to thrive. When she realized that the chemicals people used outdoors were making plants, animals, and even other people sick, she began teaching others about the ecosystems, and how we must take care of them to keep the Earth balanced. Kids will see, through Rachel’s curiosity and passion for all creatures, that even seemingly small choices can have big consequences on the world around them. Look for all of the books in the Big Ideas for Little Environmentalists series: Conservation with Jane Goodall, Restoration with Wangari Maathai, and Preservation with Aldo Leopold.
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Penguin Putnam Inc Big Ideas for Little Environmentalists
Book SynopsisDiscover Wangari Maathai's big ideas about restoring nature and ways even the youngest kids can help, too! Even little children can make a positive impact on the environment. Wangari Maathai grew up in Kenya, and her childhood was spent playing beneath mugumo fig trees. Over time, most of the trees in her area were cleared and she noticed how that made many people and animals suffer. Wangaari realized that trees are important for the health of the land and all who live on it, so she worked to plant millions of trees to make the land healthy again. Kids will begin to see through Wangaari that it is never too late to help restore damaged land back to what it once was, and they can help their community take care of struggling environments. Look for all of the books in the Big Ideas for Little Environmentalists series: Conservation with Jane Goodall, Preservation with Aldo Leopold, and Ecosystems with Rachel Carson.
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Penguin Putnam Inc Big Ideas for Little Environmentalists
Book SynopsisDiscover Aldo Leopold's big ideas about preserving nature and ways even the youngest kids can help, too!Little children can make a big impact on the environment. Aldo Leopold transformed his childhood love for nature into a life dedicated to protecting and preserving the environment. He encouraged the idea of keeping wilderness areas untouched, so that all people could visit areas free of human interference. Kids will come away from this book excited about the nature they have access to and how to help preserve other wilderness areas. Look for all of the books in the Big Ideas for Little Environmentalists series: Conservation with Jane Goodall, Restoration with Wangari Maathai, and Ecosystems with Rachel Carson.
£7.99
Penguin Putnam Inc The Planet We Call Home
Book SynopsisA lyrical and loving ode to Planet Earth and the ways in which its many features are interconnected--to each other and to us--told in the cumulative style of This Is the House that Jack Built.This is our Earth,the planet we call home. These are the mountains, stretching from Earth, the planet we call home. This is the sun, that warms up the mountains,stretching from Earth, the planet we call home. And on the story goes: The planet we call home has mountains that stretch from the earth, and those mountains have streams that swell in the sun, and those streams lead to rivers that meander by towns, and on and on—all interconnected and all dependent on one another. And throughout it all is us, the people who call this planet home, and who care for its many wonders and help keep it beautiful and vibrant for generations to come. WTrade ReviewPraise for The Planet We Call Home:“Young readers will appreciate the natural beauty of planet Earth and understand that they can play a part in preserving it. A gentle message lovingly and artfully rendered.” –Kirkus Reviews"Isaac takes readers on a tour of Earth and all its riches. Beginning with a view of our planet from space, the richly hued illustrations close in to highlight Earth’s various aspects. . .Youngsters interested in learning about nature and ecology will come to understand the importance of the care and maintenance Earth requires to stay healthy and thriving for every living creature." –Booklist"Euphonious verse celebrates Earth as it builds to a kid-centric vision of stewardship in this comforting eco-read. Kim’s illustrations employ watercolor, crayons, and digital tools to create soft, light-infused scenes of the natural world. The effect is a pristine portrait of ways to inhabit 'the planet we call home.'" –Publishers Weekly
£15.19
Random House USA Inc One Turtles Last Straw
Book SynopsisThe inspiring true story of how one small turtle and kids all over the country sparked an environmental movement. Based on the viral video that created awareness of the harm caused by plastic straws, this heart-wrenching story is a perfect tool for teaching children about sustainability.Slurp! A boy finishes his drink and tosses it in the trash, straw and all. He moves on without another thought.... In the waters off of Costa Rica, scientists spot an endangered sea turtle and pull him aboard to study him. But he has something stuck in his nose. A barnacle? A stick? No...it's a plastic straw! This heroic story of one turtle's rescue reminds us that even the smallest straw can hurt our ocean life--and that the smallest demand for change can grow into something big!
£19.94
Random House USA Inc Tree Hole Homes
Book SynopsisIn this nature-themed picture book, nonfiction expert Melissa Stewart and illustrator Amy Hevron offer an inviting peek into tree holes and the amazing animals that inhabit them.Imagine this: one day you''re walking through the woods and spot a tree hole large enough to slip inside. So you do. And you wonder, what kind of creature lived here? In this science and nature-themed picture book, nonfiction expert Melissa Stewart and illustrator Amy Hevron offer up an inviting peek into the secret world of tree hole dwellers. From black bears to tree frogs and bobcats, it''s surprising just who you''ll find! A main text gives general information about tree holes (a treehole can be a daytime den) and a secondary text provides more detail. This inviting look at trees, tree holes, and fascinating animals is sure to be a classroom and kid favorite.
£20.89
Random House Children's Books The Great Lakes
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£21.84
