Children’s / Teenage general interest: Wildlife and habitats
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Animals That Make Me Say Ouch! (National Wildlife
Book SynopsisFor more than forty-five years, the National Wildlife Federation has been dazzling families with amazing images and stories. Get ready for some supersonic fun that will make you say OUCH! Discover talon strength in birds of prey, sharp claws in lions and pumas, chewing mouthparts in insects, venom in snakes, and toxins in frogs. More? You want more? How about skunks that eat bees, stinging cells in jellyfish, meerkats that eat scorpions, caterpillars with spines, badgers and bears that bite, and zebras that kick! This book celebrates amazing animal surprises from all over the world with one-of-a-kind photographs from the NWF archives.
£15.19
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Animals That Make Me Say Look Out! (National
Book SynopsisHey! Look out! Sharp-eyed readers will need to keep their eyes peeled in this engaging look at how animals of all shapes and sizes blend in and survive in their native ecosystems. How do animals deal with danger? From crocodiles standing on their tails to great white sharks with their jaws wide open to well-camouflaged venomous snakes, prospective naturalists and conservationists will have a lot to look out for in this exploration of dynamic ecosystems and the animals that hide and hunt in them. Back matter includes glossary, curated reading list and a scavenger hunt.
£14.24
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. A Place to Start a Family: Poems About Creatures
Book SynopsisA poetry collection introducing animal architects that build remarkable structures in order to attract a mate and have babies.Many animals build something--a nest, tunnel, or web--in order to pair up, lay eggs, give birth, and otherwise perpetuate their species. Organized based on where creatures live--underground, in the water, on land, or in the air--twelve poems bring fish, insects, reptiles, mammals, and birds to life. Back matter includes more information about each animal."A fine synthesis of poetry and science" — Kirkus Reviews"An inviting introduction to a dozen industrious creatures" — Publishers Weekly "A natural for classroom use, with eye-catching art that will lure little ones in" — Booklist ILA Teachers'' Choices
£8.54
Charlesbridge Publishing,U.S. Ten Animals in Antarctica: A Counting Book
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£15.29
Page Street Publishing Hello Little One A Monarch Butterfly Story
Book SynopsisCaterpillar crawls from leaf to leaf, eating and waiting, all alone in a big, green world. Then Orange appearsOrange floats, and flits, and flies, graceful and beautiful. In this sweet, moving story of intergenerational friendship, a small caterpillar is befriended by a glorious monarch butterfly, and together they learn to see the world through each other's eyes.
£999.99
Roaring Brook Press If Sharks Disappeared
Book SynopsisA healthy ocean is home to many different kinds of animals. They can be big, like a whale, tiny, like a shrimp, and even scary, like a shark. Even though sharks can be scary, we need them to keep the oceans healthy. Unfortunately, due to overfishing, many shark species are in danger of extinction, and that can cause big problems in the oceans and even on land. What would happen if this continued and sharks disappeared completely? Artist Lily Williams explores how that would affect other animals on the whole planet in this clever book about the importance of keeping sharks, and our oceans, healthy.
£17.09
Creative Paperbacks Living Wild: Geckos
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£11.40
Creative Paperbacks Jellyfish
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£11.40
Creative Paperbacks Jaguars
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£7.59
Creative Paperbacks Seedlings: Goats
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£7.59
Creative Paperbacks Seedlings: Pigs
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£10.44
Creative Paperbacks Seedlings: Sheep
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£7.59
Creative Paperbacks Sea Turtles
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£10.44
Creative Paperbacks Seedlings: Stingrays
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£10.44
Creative Paperbacks X-Books: Piranhas
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£9.49
Creative Paperbacks X-Books: Sharks
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£9.49
Creative Paperbacks Lemurs
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£11.40
Creative Paperbacks Prairie Dogs
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£11.40
Creative Paperbacks Seedlings: Brown Bears
£10.44
Creative Company,US Amazing Animals: Bats
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£9.49
Creative Paperbacks Bat
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£9.49
Creative Company Alligators
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£10.44
Creative Company Eagles
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£10.44
Creative Company Elephants
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£10.44
Creative Company Gorillas
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£999.99
Creative Company Kangaroos
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£10.44
Creative Company Killer Whales
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£10.44
Creative Company Moose
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£10.44
Creative Company Pandas Amazing Animals
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£10.44
Creative Company Baby Camels
£10.26
Creative Company Baby Prairie Dogs
£10.26
Arbordale Publishing Little Gray's Great Migration
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£16.62
Astra Publishing House Secret Life of the Red Fox
Book SynopsisThis gorgeous and lyrical picture book from renowned science author Laurence Pringle and debut illustrator Kate Garchinsky follows a year in the life of a red fox named Vixen as she finds food, hunts, escapes threats, finds a mate, and raises her kits-all the way to the day that she and her mate watch their kits head off to lead their own secret lives. Stunning, realistic illustrations celebrate the beauty of these mysterious creatures as readers learn important facts through an engaging and fascinating story. The book also includes back matter with more in-depth information, a glossary, and further resources.Trade Review*"This intimate and personal view...is chronicled through a beautifully cohesive relationship between text and illustration. Facts and definitions are seamlessly woven into the narrative. ...The art...convey(s) intensity and precision... (and) fuels the foxlike moments with emotion. A rich reading experience awaits those who pick up this title." -School Library Journal, starred review "Visually captivating introduction to the red fox's secret life...Pringle thoughtfully explains how red foxes are canines, omnivores and predators...with specialized vocabulary printed in italics in the narrative and defined in a glossary. Intimate scenes...alternate with panoramic vistas, capturing the essence of the red fox and her world...(the) illustrations add depth, drama, and detail to the informative, entertaining text." -- Kirkus Reviews
£14.39
Astra Publishing House Dolphins!
Book SynopsisHere is an accessible and comprehensive introduction to dolphin species from all over the world; this title is the latest installment in the popular Strange and Wonderful series and a terrific STEM choice. With fascinating facts and detailed, illuminating artwork, DOLPHINS! Strange and Wonderful introduces readers to dolphin species -- from the well-known bottlenose dolphin to several species of "blackfish" (including orcas) that most people believe are whales. Author Laurence Pringle's clear, informative text describes dolphins' habitats, physiology, communication, intelligence, parenting, what and how they eat, and much more. The book also discusses conservation and how dolphins can be protected from hunting, pollution, and other threats. Accompanied by Meryl Henderson's beautiful and illuminating paintings, this book is a great STEM title that perfectly hits the mark for children interested in marine life. Includes a glossary, index, and further resources.Trade Review"This superb book focuses on the dolphin--hunting, communication, intelligence, and more. Pringle skillfully introduces vocabulary and occasionally directs readers to focus on selected illustrations or a sentence mentioned earlier. Henderson's paintings clarify and extend the text...Useful for readers interested in wildlife and as a mentor text for young writers." - School Library Journal "One can never have enough dolphin books to satisfy young readers. Pringle's ability to smoothly incorporate fascinating facts into his narrative explaining the basics of dolphin types, anatomy, and lifestyles pulls students into this storied work of nonfiction. The animals are never anthropomorphized, and all information is drawn from experts. Lovely, large watercolor and pencil illustrations...enhance and help students visualize the information while captions and labels provide added clarity. Along with pleasure reading, this title is excellent for student reports as well as being perfect for teaching text elements." - School Library Connection "The latest book in the dependable Strange and Wonderful series opens with 'If you were a young dolphin, ' and page by page, the text and illustrations work together beautifully to help readers understand these animals better. Well attuned to points brought up in the text, Henderson's graceful watercolor-and-pencil illustrations offer close-up views of dolphins in action. A lively, informative introduction to dolphins." - Booklist
£15.29
Sasquatch Books If I were a Bird
Book SynopsisFrom the author and illustrator of If I Were a Whale, comes this colorful, rhyming board book that playfully features birds found in Alaska, the Pacific Northwest, and beyond.Toddlers will love this fun introduction to birds, in this beautifully illustrated board book that shares facts about these amazing animals in an imaginative way. If I were a birdyou know what I'd try?Flying wing tip to wing tipin a forest flyby!I could be an ebony raven,wind lifting my wings,tumbling past treetops,upside down of all things.Trade Review"A wonderful resource to spark and encourage children’s interest in the natural world"—Deanna Smith, Pender Country Public Library, NC "I’m a sucker for nature books for kids, and this board book has wonderful rhyming and vivid illustrations. A book that kids will love!"--Carl Lennertz, Children's Book Council
£8.99
Sasquatch Books Alaska's Animals
Book SynopsisFur, flippers, tusks, and paws. Tails, whiskers, teeth, and claws. Young children will love this fun and colorful board book filled with close-ups of Alaska animals, highlighting their varied anatomy.Perfect for sharing with young children, this board book is a fun approach to simple comparative anatomy. Shannon Cartwright, Alaska's favorite illustrator, fills the pages with fun and silly close-ups of a variety of tails, whiskers, noses, paws, teeth, tusks, and more. While enjoying illustrations of Alaska's diverse wildlife, children will learn: Alaska's animals are all differentlike you and me.But we all share the same home:the earth, sky, and sea.--Trade Review"Shannon Cartwright brings together these Alaskan natives in a book that sets children's minds to observing and comparing animal characteristics."--Where the Board Books are
£10.44
Sasquatch Books Journey: Based on the True Story of OR7, the Most
Book Synopsis“Captivating and heartwarming…Animal lovers will howl with joy.”—Red TricycleThis beautiful picture book follows the journey of a young gray wolf who garnered nationwide attention when he became the first wild wolf in California in almost a century.Using facts recorded by Fish & Wildlife scientists, author Emma Bland Smith imagines the wolf’s experiences in close detail as he makes an epic 2,000-mile trek over three years time. The wolf’s story is interwoven with the perspective of a young girl who follows his trek through the media. As she learns more about wolves and their relationships with humans, she becomes determined to find a way to keep him safe by making him a wolf that is too famous to harm."A young girl follows the wolf’s journey and, along the way, learns about issues around the re-introduction of wolves. It’s an opportunity to engage young readers beyond the story."—Herald NetTrade ReviewWinner of the 2017 Cook Prize for best picture book teaching STEM principles to third and fourth gradersFinalist for the Washington State Book Award"This accessible and engaging picture book is an empowering account of a conservation success story."—Booklist"James’ realistic, finely detailed paintings glory in every hair of the wolves’ fur...environmental good news invitingly presented."—Kirkus Reviews "The book aims to raise awareness about wolves, and a feeling of connection with their survival."—Kirkus Reviews “This is a fabulous book to help open up discussions with kids about conservation and wildlife.”—Outnumbered 3 to 1 “[Teaches] that it's possible even for kids to make a difference.”—Motherhood Moment “Captivating and heartwarming…Animal lovers will howl with joy.”—Red Tricycle “[A] marvelous story of determination, self-actualization, empathy, and sheer resolve in nature’s ability to survive.”—Kid Lit Reviews“[Journey] has enormous power.”—Librarian in Cute Shoes “An extraordinary trek.”—Librarian's Quest “Suggestions for further reading, maps, timelines and other resources are icing on this picture-book cake.” —Seattle’s Child“[A] compelling story.”—Washington Parent“A must read for all.” —Psychology Today“[An] inspirational and moving work of art.” —Huffington Post “Absolutely beautiful.” —Picture Books Help Kids Soar“[Will] inspire kids to keep reading and…to learn more about the natural world around them.” —Lu & Bean Read “Young readers can follow the historic trek of a famous wild gray wolf.” —Alaska Airlines Magazine “A beautiful picture book.” —A Novel Idea "In sharing the book with groups of readers, Smith said she is struck by how they react once they 'make the connection that Journey is real.'"—Publishers Weekly "A young girl follows the wolf’s journey and, along the way, learns about issues around the re-introduction of wolves. It’s an opportunity to engage young readers beyond the story."—Herald Net
£10.44
Sasquatch Books A Geoduck Is Not a Duck
Book SynopsisLearn about the Pacific Northwest’s most unique shellfish in this hilarious account of mistaken identity.In this fun and engaging graphic novel picture book mashup, a beachside breaking news story clues the audience into a dramatic development: there’s a gooey duck on the loose!As the report goes on, it becomes clear to the audience that the news reporter doesn’t realize his story isn’t about a duck covered in goo but is instead about the world’s largest burrowing clam, a geoduck (pronounced gooey duck).This story of mistaken identity is full of more twists and turns than a rough day at sea and will have everyone laughing as the reporter slowly uncovers the truth about the geoduck.The book also includes fun facts about geoducks.
£16.14
Sasquatch Books Lets Explore the Beach
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£16.99
Sasquatch Books Nobody Likes Frogs: A Book of Toadally Fun Facts
Book Synopsis"Read this humorous, skillfully informative book all about frogs next!"—Imagination SoupWhy would you pick up a book about frogs? Nobody likes them! At least according to Persnickety Q. Turtle. In this humorous narrative nonfiction picture book the text cleverly puts the reader in the role of the “expert” to educate a persnickety turtle about the amazing amphibian known as the frog. With the reader's help, Persnickety Q. Turtle learns intriguing frog facts, such as they can breathe through their skin while underwater and their eyes help them swallow. Pick up this book and help Persnickety find out all the reasons frogs are such incredible creatures.Trade Review"These frog facts go down as easily as the flies frogs catch."--Kirkus Reviews"Read this humorous, skillfully informative book all about frogs next!"--Imagination Soup"Nobody Likes Frogs combines environmental awareness with frolicsome fun — so hop to it."--Discover Our Coast MagazineA grumpy turtle makes his way into a book about frogs and tries to argue that frogs are not that great, with hilarious results. Filled with fun frog facts, readers will learn a lot while also laughing at the antics of Persnickety Q. Turtle.--The Nerdy Bookckub
£11.69
Pitchstone Publishing Maggie and Daisy Explore the Farm
Book SynopsisLife on the farm is always an adventure, especially for best friends Maggie and Daisy. Maggie is a majestic St. Bernard who loves looking after all the farm animals, and Daisy is a tiny one-eyed Chihuahua who regularly relies on Maggie’s help. But one day, when Daisy is chased into the dark woods by a bullying rooster, she must find her way back to the farm and Maggie. Faced with her greatest fears, she learns important lessons about cooperation, forgiveness, and friendship on her journey home.
£14.36
Astra Publishing House WOLVES! Strange and Wonderful
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£16.19
Red Comet Press Tiny Floating Coral Start Small Think Big 3
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£15.11
Red Comet Press Small Sparkling Raindrop Start Small Think Big 5
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£15.19
Highlights Can You Find Steve Library Edition
£16.20
Fox Chapel Publishing Nature PopUp Fish
Book SynopsisA colorful underwater experience awaits in the Fish pop-up book. In this entertaining and educational book, young curious minds will learn about different types of ocean creatures with its 8 multi-tiered pop-up vignettes. This beautifully illustrated book captures the imagination with its vibrant design and fun facts for each of the unique scenes including tropical fish, freshwater fish, scary fish, clams, strange creatures, giants of the sea, shoreside creatures, and the most dangerous fish.
£11.94
Chicago Review Press Mammal Mania: 30 Activities and Observations for
Book SynopsisThis full-color book of marvelous mammals provides 30 hands-on activities to give interested children an overview of the wide varieties of mammals in their world How big is a blue whale? Why does a sloth crawl from the safety of a tree to the ground once a week? How does a vampire bat feed? Young nature enthusiasts will find answers to these questions and learn all sorts of fascinating facts about mammals in this full-color, interactive book. Mammal Mania explores what makes mammals unique, as well as their anatomy, behavior, and conservation needs. Readers will learn to build a squirrel feeder, write a putrid poem, make an animal tracking station, and much more. Thirty hands-on activities promote observation and analysis, writing and drawing, math and science, and nature literacy skills. Young Naturalists is a kid-friendly series that introduces zoology and botany for upper elementary and middle-grades readers. Trade Review"A handsome addition for public and school library STEM collections." BooklistTable of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction 1: What Is a Mammal?Try This! The Great Stuff Sort Try This! In Cold Blood Try This! Make a Mammal-Watching Kit 2: Meet the MammalsTry This! Celebrate Bats Try This! Sending Sound Waves Try This! Using a Dichotomous Key 3: Parts of a MammalTry This! Take a Night Hike Try This! Put on Your Deer Ears Try This! Build Like a Beaver 4: Home Sweet HomeTry This! Warm as a Whale Try This! Watch ’em Sweat Try This! Following the Clues 5: Mammals MunchTry This! Fridge Food Chain Try This! Build a Better Mousetrap Try This! Find a Food Chain 6: The Web of LifeTry This! Why Are Polar Bears White? Try This! Write a Putrid Poem Try This! Make a Tracking Station 7: Life Goes OnTry This! Follow Your Nose! Try This! Be a Mammal Detective Try This! A Day in the Life 8: Mammal ChatTry This! Talk Like a Bat Try This! Make a Sound Map Try This! Underwater Sounds 9: Working with MammalsTry This! Write to an Animal Scientist Try This! Mammals in the News Try This! Write a Mammal Song 10: How You Can HelpTry This! Research an Endangered Animal Try This! Make a Squirrel Feeder Try This! Learn About Your State Mammal Glossary Orders of Mammals Resources Teacher’s Guide Bibliography Index
£14.20
Beaver's Pond Press Tales of a Dog Named Kitty
£17.58
