Children’s / Teenage social topics: Environment, sustainability and green issues

Book SynopsisThere's nothing like a visit from a polar bear family, a swirl of bees, an orangutan or a pod of dolphins to inspire action! Follow the adventures of some sparky kids as they discover why the planet needs our help, join them as they brainstorm some awesome solutions, and help to spread their enthusiasm across the globe. This collection of four fabulous planet-protecting and child-empowering stories is packed full of facts and science-made-easy. Positive, playful dialogue by Katie Daynes combine with gorgeous illustrations by Roisin Hahessy, making the perfect book to read aloud or alone, and fill children with hope for the future.

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Book SynopsisTake a look at the materials around your home. Did you know you can reuse the materials around your home and turn them into something new? But why is this important? There are lots of changes happening around our world and we need to do our best to help! So read this book to learn all about how to turn trash into treasure and save the world!

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Book SynopsisMany of the world's animals are finding it harder and harder to survive. Deforestation, pollution, hunting and climate change are all problems that lots of animals are facing today. Learn all about endangered animals in the Arctic, from their ICUN status, to what's being done to help them. Polar bears, walruses, blue whales and reindeer all need our help, what can we do so that we don't lose them forever?

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Book SynopsisIt doesn't take a superhero to save the world, it takes everyone doing their bit. Join the Small Steps Revolution and make a real change. Our revolutionaries are waiting to share the small steps you can do to be part of the solution. VIVA LA SMALL STEPS REVOLUTION!

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Book SynopsisThe first fantastic book in the series about four friends who want to make the world a better place.Researching her school project on Fairtrade has been a real eye-opener for Maya. She loves clothes and is appalled to find that her favourite sparkly T-shirts are made by poor children in other countries who lead very different lives from her own, privileged one. She knows she must do something about it, but how can she make a difference without revealing her pop star secret to the world?A brilliant series about the small changes that make a big difference, with themes of environmentalism and friendship. Written by Holly Webb, bestselling author of the Pet Rescue Adventure series.With cover illustration by Owen Gildersleeve.Look out for the other books in the Earth Friends series: River Rescue, Green Garden, Pet ProtectionOriginally published as Maya's Secret, this edition of the book comes with a brilliant new cover!

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Book SynopsisBen gets the chance for a trip of a lifetime when his mum is invited to attend a big conference in Australia. In the midst of a drought, it's hot. And it's dry. Drier than it's been for years. And it only takes a spark to set off a fire... As world leaders gather and a student demo gathers pace, a small flame takes hold - and suddenly an unquenchable fire bursts into life and an inferno of flames up to l00 metres high tear through the streets, threatening homes and lives. And in the smoke and confusion, an important general is kidnapped! Ben - just learning to fly - finds himself at the controls of a microlite and on the trail of the kidnappers...Trade ReviewChris Ryan proves once again that he is a master of suspense and brings to life a world of heroic firemen, government scientists and sinister environmentalists -- John Lloyd * Waterstones Books Quarterly *It's a good page turner * School Library Association *Ryan excels with description * Writeaway.org.uk *

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Book SynopsisPick a place. Choose a creature. Discover its story and the danger it faces. Then find out how to help it survive. 15 wild and wonderful creatures, all on the IUCN Red List, need our help - this important book is interactive, engaging and informative, and will inspire children to save their planet! Red Alert! is inspired and endorsed by the 'Red List' database maintained by International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN). Currently the list includes over 70,000 species known to be at risk, but it grows larger all the time. “Absolutely beautiful and perfectly targeted for its audience. We are delighted to be involved.” - Dr Craig Hilton-Taylor, Head of Red List Unit, IUCN The IUCN Red List is supported by Sir David Attenborough.Trade Review"I am confident that this book will be pored over individually, shared with friends, and discussed by primary school children of all ages. Although the text focuses on only fifteen creatures, the final list of another sixty endangered species will be hard to ignore. Who would not want to know more about the Golden-rumped Sengi, the Northern Quoll, the Devil’s Hole Pupfish or the Banded Cotinga? And the tribute written by Sir David Attenborough in praise of the IUCN Red List emphasises that this is a book with huge credibility and relevance for a young contemporary audience." * Just Imagine *"Attractive and informative." * The Week Junior *'"This lovely children’s book is a great springboard to inform our children of the threats some of the earth’s creatures face." * Curriculum Choice *"A frank, insightful and informed narrative that is presented in the most novel and engaging way." * 1320 Elements *"Vibrant colourful spreads which are as much about the scientists working to limit extinctions as the animals themselves, remind readers that global conservation is a race and that there is an element of excitement in what scientists are working to achieve. Exposition is delivered here with refreshing humanity, inspiring readers to sit up, champion the challenges that animals face, and take action." * BBC Wildlife *"This excellent book really draws children in and allows them to see that they can have a part to play and choices to make in conservation." * Parents in Touch *" Essential reading for young environmentalists, a guide to 15 endangered species in six different habitats. There’s detailed information about the challenges each creature faces, along with practical tips on what can be done. Interactive and inspiring." -- Fiona Noble * The Bookseller *"An informative and important book brimming with facts and perfect for any budding conservationist." * Discover Animals *"We are all in a race to save endangered species and the part played by scientists and conservationists is highlighted in this brightly coloured, engaging book." * Blackbird Pie Magazine *

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Book Synopsis'A fascinating welcome to the wonderful world of insects' - LoveReading4Kids 'Fun, inspiring, and well researched.' - Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewA beautifully illustrated tour of some of the world's most fascinating insects, perfect for readers 8+.Did you know that without insects, humankind could not survive? This illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the differences between the groups, and why insects are the most important animal group on Earth.Broken down into sections exploring each of the main types of insect, each section takes a different, playfully visual approach to really capture the character of the insects in the order being explored. As well as including practical advice for observing insects safely, a section at the back of the book describes ways to help insects and encourage them into a garden no matter how small.Trade Review'A fascinating welcome to the wonderful world of insects' * LoveReading4Kids *'Fun, inspiring, and well researched' * Kirkus Reviews *Table of ContentsIs it an insect? • Insect biodiversity • Webspinners, zorapterans (small) and stoneflies • Rockcrawlers and heelwalkers • Grasshoppers, crickets and bush crickets • Cockroaches, earwigs • Termites • Mantids • Stick insects and leaf insects • Beetles • True flies • Scorpionflies and fleas • Butterflies • Moths • Caddisflies • Ants • Bees • Wasps • Alderflies, lacewings and snakeflies, stylops • Booklice, barklice and sucking/biting lice • Thrips • True bugs • Mayflies • Dragonflies and damselflies • Bristletails, silverfish and firebrats • One million more?

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Book Synopsis'Children have a unique curiosity for Nature and for this amazing planet we call home.' So writes His Majesty King Charles III in his introduction to It's Up to Us: A Children's Terra Carta for Nature, People and Planet. Join His Majesty, author Christopher Lloyd and 33 amazing award-winning artists from around the world on a beautiful, lyrical and thought-provoking voyage through Nature, the threats we face and an action plan for the future. It's Up to Us is based on the Terra Carta, a roadmap to sustainability issued by His Majesty King Charles III and his Sustainable Markets Initiative. More than 400 corporations have already signed on, agreeing to put the health of Nature, People & Planet at the heart of their activities. Now it's up to all of us to make sure our leaders keep their promises. This book has been developed in partnership with The Prince's Foundation, a charity established by His Majesty to demonstrate how Nature can be put at the heart of human activities. Half of all the proceeds from sales will go directly to the work of the charity, based at Dumfries House in Scotland. Printed in the UK on recycled FSC paper with vegetable inks, and all the carbon impacts of the production have been offset through The World Land Trust and other programmes to reduce carbon emissions around the world.Trade Review"This is a timely and important book that both celebrates the natural world and helps young readers imagine a brighter future and a better world." -- Christopher Edge, author of 'The Jamie Drake Equation' "A triumph, both in terms of the poetically rendered text, and the emotional impact of the hugely contrasting illustration styles on display." -- Caroline Sanderson * The Bookseller * "This is a beautiful, poignant and important book at what feels like a crucial moment in history." * BookTrust * "It's Up to Us is entirely focused on climate change and the most pressing environmental issues currently experienced by the Earth." -- Alice Scarsi * Daily Express * "I read it to my six year old son and we both loved it.... perfectly put together. Such stunning art work, and I especially liked that it captured how a sense of common endeavour and love for the natural world may yet be the thing that saves us from the worst." -- Joss Garman * European Climate Foundation * "It's Up to Us is adorned with drawings by 33 illustrators from a plethora of national and cultural backgrounds ... One of the book's greatest strengths is how it deviates from the typical individualistic eco-friendly actions for children." -- Catrin Osbourne * Varsity * "Rather than inciting polarity, It's Up to Us aims to form cross-cultural and transgenerational bonds ... Although it is child-centred, It's Up to Us will inspire all parents, teachers, or any other adult that delves through its pages." -- Catrin Osbourne * Varsity *

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Book SynopsisThis exquisitely illustrated treasury of narrative non fiction stories about the natural world, organised season by season and around the world, shows children the infinite beauty and variety of nature in every part of the planet. Arranged around the full cycle of a calendar year, each month chapter features four stories each from a different part of the world to show that while somewhere it is hot summer, somewhere else is in the middle of winter, while some are dry and others are rainy. 48 story spreads tell fascinating single stories of animals and nature from each month of the year, showing how the changing of the seasons takes place around the world, promoting an international sense of the weather, seasons and cycles of nature from very big, to ever-so-small. This captivating book will transport readers across the globe, teaching them about the different kinds of weather and wildlife all Trade Review“Arranged around the cycle of a calendar year, 48 powerful non-fiction stories reveal the diversity of nature on our planet, showing the changing seasons and weather around the world.” * The Bookseller *

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Book SynopsisThe Secret Life of Oceans is a collection of delightful stories and engaging facts, which imparts a love of Oceans and  nature on the next generation, inspiring them to look after the world around them. Did you know that blue whales are the largest creatures on earth ? And that corals are actually tiny creatures? Let Tia the green turtle guide you through this beautiful first guide to oceanlife around the globe. Learn about ocean homes and who lives where, big creatures (whales and whale sharks), little creatures (baby animals to zooplankton), incredible journeys, sea weather, and how to help save our oceans. Read magical folklore sea stories from around the planet, too. Tia has learnt much on her travels and she will be a great guide for young readers, perhaps inspiring them to develop a lifelong love of life under the ocean. Following on from The Secret of Trees,

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Book SynopsisThe earth is old and we are not, and that is all you must remember . . .Eleven-year-old Willodeen adores creatures of all kinds, but her favourites are the most unlovable beasts in the land: strange beasts known as 'screechers'. The villagers of Perchance call them pests, even monsters, but Willodeen believes the animals serve a vital role in the complicated web of nature.Lately, though, nature has seemed angry indeed. Perchance has been cursed with fires and mudslides, droughts and fevers, and even the annual migration of hummingbears, a source of local pride and income, has dwindled. For as long as anyone can remember, the tiny animals have overwintered in shimmering bubble nests perched atop blue willow trees, drawing tourists from far and wide. This year, however, not a single hummingbear has returned to Perchance, and no one knows why.When a handmade birthday gift brings unexpected magic to Willodeen and her new friend, Connor, she's determined to speak up for the animals she loves, and perhaps even uncover the answer to the mystery of the missing hummingbears.A timely and timeless tale about our fragile earth, and one girl's fierce determination to make a difference.

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Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE AND CONSERVATION WRITING FOR CHILDREN 2022Meet the mega human: colossal, clueless . . . and the biggest hope for life on earthThere are eight billion of us humans.All breathing, eating, fidgeting and thinking deep thoughts.It's an unimaginably large number. Or is it? The mega human is the result of smooshing all the people in the world together into one spectacular giant (don't try this at home). Even though the mega human is not the smartest of creatures, it is slowly beginning to understand the problems it has created for Planet Earth's future . . . and how it might be able to fix them.Making use of brain-bending stats and smoosh theory, The Biggest Footprint is a journey of self-discovery suitable for anyone and everyone identifying as human.Trade ReviewA brilliant and original work of non-fiction . . . Every spread is eye-opening and eye-catching, and the book is elegant, worrying, gripping, hopeful and sometimes even funny * * Sunday Times * *In this creatively presented book about climate change, the Sears effectively personalise the issue for young readers . . . The visually engaging interplay between image and fact makes the message of this unique book extremely digestible * * Irish Times * *This fascinating, accessible and funny book uses statistics to present the challenges of climate change in a brand-new light. A completely original concept and beautifully illustrated too * * Great British Life * *Many readers will be drawn into its story by the illustrations and comic narrative diversions, but they will soon discover that they are reading a book with historical and contemporary depth * * Irish Times * *A beautifully creative and enlightening book . . . Y5 and Y6 in particular are going to be obsessed with this book * * ReadingZone * *Innovative and clever, the Sears brothers write and illustrate about this thought experiment with extraordinary elan and flair * * Literary Curriculum * *Imagination that could save the environment. Strongly recommend -- CHOE JAE CHUN, Professor of Ecology and Co-president of the Climate Change CenterA fascinating and gorgeous book for children * * Books from Scotland * *A pure delight for the reader . . . Quite possibly one of the most important children's books ever * * Great British Bookworm * *A one-of-a-kind creative book . . . The illustrations by the Sears brothers are engaging, humorous and bound to be a hit with children * * Books for Topics * *

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Book SynopsisThe first book in a completely charming series by a well-known Japanese author and illustrator, Chirri & Chirra introduces two girl characters who go on wonderful adventures together through the natural world. Vibrant, lively, and astonishingly sweet in a pure, unsentimental way, these pages present us with relatable children, small animals, lots of food, atmosphere, and many mysteries.Born in Tokyo, Japan, Kaya Doi graduated with a degree in design from Tokyo Zokei University. She got her start in picture books by attending the Atosaki Juku Workshop, held at a Tokyo bookshop specializing in picture books. Since then she has produced numerous picture books featuring her softly styled, color-pencil drawings. She now lives in Chiba Prefecture and maintains a strong interest in environmental and animal welfare issues. Since the earthquake of 2011 she has been active in recovery and shelter efforts for abandoned pets.Trade Review"'What a perfect day,' says Chirri as this story begins, and she’s right. Chirri and her sister Chirra go on a day-long bike ride through a gently rolling pastoral world. Amenities appear just when they need them: the forest café and the bakery, the bridge over the stream, the tree (perfect for napping under), and, finally, the forest hotel, where an animal symphony concert takes place. Adult humans are completely absent, which leaves room for the fox waiter, the raccoon baker, the pig flautist, and all the other animals of this peaceable kingdom. Creatures of all sizes are accommodated, with tiny teacups for honeybees to drink their sweet violet tea and hotel rooms suitable for all travelers, from lizards to bears. The crayon/ pastel illustrations in gentle, saturated colors on delicious creamy paper are reminiscent of Marie Hall Ets in In the Forest. There’s no tension here, no roadblocks, no problems for the girls to solve, just a summer idyll for those kids who cannot resist making acorns into hats for fairies and whose favorite part of any story is the description of what the characters ate. What does the rabbit have for lunch? Carrot buns with lemon jam. Of course."—Sarah Ellis, STARRED REVIEW, The Horn Book Magazine "Doi creates her illustrations with colored pencil, pastel, and crayon, crafting them to look like mid-20th-century lithographs. A serene, feel-good outing with a cozy, old-fashioned feel." —Kirkus Reviews "Doi's illustrations are a large part of the appeal of this book. The two girls are matching except for the buttons on their dresses. The illustrations celebrate the different sizes of creatures and also the food and drink that the girls have along the way. Just the acorn coffee and clover tea will have your mouth watering. Expect plenty of tea parties and sandwiches after reading this." —Waking Brain Cells "With a sweet story and darling illustrations, softly drawn and softly tinted on creamy paper, Kaya Doi's U.S. debut picture book, Chirri & Chirra (Enchanted Lion, 40 pages, $15.95), takes 3- to 8-year-olds into a magical forest filled with genial animals and scrumptious things to eat. [...] A day of happy adventure ends with the girls checking into a forest hotel and joining their fellow guests in a starlit serenade in this charming first volume of a planned three-book series." —Meghan Cox Gurdon, The Wall Street Journal "We are thrilled to share this utterly delightful book by well-loved Japanese author and illustrator, Kaya Doi. It's an overwhelmingly charming and quirky read, as only the Japanese know how. This beautifully perfect oblong tome contains the most adorable and warm illustrations." —Picture Books Blogger

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Book SynopsisEnjoy the wonders of nature in a book that's indestructible! Look up at the BIG BLUE sky. SPLISH in the water just like a fish. Take a walk and STRETCH like tall, tall trees.Indestructibles is the trusted series for easing little ones into story time. Beloved by babies and their parents, Indestructibles are built for the way babies "read" (i.e., with their hands and mouths) and are: * Rip Proof-made of ultra-durable tight-woven material * Waterproof-can be chewed on, drooled on, and washed! * Emergent Literacy Tool-bright pictures and few or no words encourage dialogic reading * Portable-lightweight books can go anywhere, perfect for the diaper bag and for travel * Safe for Baby-meets ASTM safety standards

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Book SynopsisA fun and fascinating book for children aged 6+ who love facts about science, technology, animals, sports, the human body and the environmentSee the world like never before and surprise yourself, your family and friends with astounding facts on a wide range of hot topics and favourite subjects.Did you know . . .There's more bacteria in your mouth than on a toilet seat!As many as 70 chemical elements make up a smartphone but only 6 elements make up 99% of your body!If you squeezed all of Earth's history into 12 months, humans only turned up 36 minutes before the end of the year!Over 1 MILLION plastic bottles are bought every minute, but fewer than one in ten bottles are recycled!Featuring bold illustrations, each turn of the page is a poster-worthy explosion of colours, making NUMBER SHOCKER the perfect gift for children with a thirst for knowledge about the world.

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Book SynopsisJoin teenage activists Amy and Ella Meek on their mission to rid the world of single-use plastics in this practical book, perfect for budding eco-warriors. Be Plastic Clever will teach young activists about the dangers of plastic pollution and climate change, but also to help them find their voice. Amy and Ella want their book to help young readers shout about the issues they are passionate about and inspire them to become young activists in their own right.Amy and Ella founded Kids Against Plastic with the goal of ridding UK supermarkets of single-use plastic bottles. Their campaign has grown and grown - together they''ve picked up more than 60,000 pieces of single-use plastic litter, performed their own TedX talk, and gathered together a crack team of kids across the UK to help them tackle the problem. They''ve spoken at the Houses of Parliament and the UN, and created the #BePlasticClever campaign to encourage schools, businesses, and festivals to b

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Book SynopsisFair Trade First explores what fair trade is, how it helps people and why we should all support itIt looks at fair trade products, from bananas to footballs, and where and how they are made, bringing the processes to life with carefully selected case studies and quotes from farmers and producers who have been helped by the Fairtrade Foundation. As a topic, it ties in with themes that really resonate today, such as conscious consumerism, product sustainability and climate change.The book also contains practical suggestions for how readers can help support fair trade initiatives, as well as some fun recipes to try at home. The text has been reviewed by the Fairtrade Foundation, and they have also supplied many of the images used in the book. Perfect reading for children aged 9 and up.ContentsWhat is fair trade? A Fairtrade story: chocolate A Fairtrade story: bananas A Fairtrade story: coffeTable of Contents 1: What is fair trade? 2: A Fairtrade story: chocolate 3: A Fairtrade story: bananas 4: A Fairtrade story: coffee 5: A Fairtrade story: tea 6: A Fairtrade story: sugar 7: A Fairtrade story: cotton 8: More Fairtrade products 9: Supporting Fairtrade 10: Questions and answers 11: Glossary and further information 12: Index

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Book SynopsisAfter leaving art school, Colin Thompson went to the London school of film Technique. He worked for a while at the BBC, then moved to the Outer Hebrides where he began 20 years of self-employment ceramics.He is is the author/illustrator of several highly acclaimed picture books including The Paradise Garden, The Last Alchemist and Falling Angels. He lives in New South Wales, Australia.Trade ReviewThompson's finely drawn, intricately bordered pages are as crammed with detail and small treasures as the dump itself * Publishers Weekly *The pictures are astonishing * The Times *This is a book to be read in ten minutes and lost in for hours * TES *

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Book SynopsisWorld-renowned conservationist Bindi Irwin has a message for animal-loving kids: You can help protect the planet and all who call it home! Featuring exclusive Irwin family photos and animal fun facts.Calling all Wildlife Warriors! Step inside the Australia Zoo and see what nature has to offer. There are lemurs and rhinos, kangaroos, and?of course?crocodiles.On your tour, learn about these amazing animals and their habitats. Observe how they live and grow and all the ways we can protect them. Get inspired to take part in nurturing your own environment and all that inhabit it. Most important, discover the Wildlife Warrior within!From the daughter of Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter, comes an illustrated picture book encouraging readers to walk on the wild side and uncover their inner conservationists.

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Book SynopsisBuild your child's reading confidence at home with books at the right levelIs the world's climate changing? We all know the theory but here is the evidence, in stunning photographs and information.Diamond/Band 17 books offer more complex, underlying themes to give opportunities for children to understand causes and points of view.A weather map on pages 54 and 55 helps children to look at the areas of the world most affected by extreme weather and what is happening where.Text type: A non-chronological report.Curriculum links: Geography: Passport to the world.This book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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Book SynopsisFeaturing fascinating, fishy fun facts accompanied by bright, bold, and beautiful illustrations, this book takes children on a journey through the sea and all its zones. This charming celebration of the sea shows children how extraordinary our oceans are and is a reminder that it is up to us to keep it that way - shortlisted for Best Children''s Book 5+ category in the Junior Design Awards 2019.The Sea Book is the coolest educational book about the sea, covering a wealth of sea animals, including mammals, fish, invertebrates, and reptiles. It explores the underwater worlds of incredible marine life and their habitats. From up on the ice, down to colourful coral reefs, underwater forests, and right down to the deepest darkest depths where the weird and wonderful lurk - it''s sure to delight any ocean-obsessed child.Following on from The Bee Book, Charlotte Milner continues to highlight critical environmental issues faced by our planet.Trade ReviewStands out, amid shoals of ocean-focused fact books, for its friendly and appealing design; it has clearly been made not for the coffee table but for children to use and enjoy. From the role the sea plays in sustaining human life, to details of exotic animals such as the cookiecutter shark and by-the- wind sailor, it is rich, engrossing, and packed with passion - especially when calling to preserve the seas from plastic pollution. * The Guardian *The Sea Book places the planet's oceanic zoological wonders in a wider ecology of foodwebs, ecosystems and planetary processes. Environmental concerns are raised, but without scaring the living daylights out of any children, or their parents. It is a masterful execution of Albert Einstein's dictum that everything should be made as simple as possible, but no simpler. * BBC Wildlife *Super colourful and easy to digest [...] It's non-fiction with a conscience too - a section at the back is devoted to ways you can cut down on plastic, including a how-to on making a t-shirt into a reusable shopping bag. Practical, intriguing and beautiful to peruse.. * The Northern Echo *It would suit all ages... a great amount of information that my daughter and I enjoyed reading together. A must for any children with an interest in the sea -- Parent with child age 6 * Toppsta *Jam packed with information about marine creatures - from mammals to the problem with plastic ending up in the sea -- Parent with children age 6 and 2 * Toppsta *I found it brilliant how much information was in this book and it captured my 3 year old... this was a very educational book I would recommend! -- Parent with children age 6 and 8 months * Toppsta *It was at exactly the right level for my boy, aged 7, and he loved it... one of his most favourite book that gives facts -- Parent with child age 7 * Toppsta *An amazing book that my class loved... It's beautifully illustrated and an excellent non fiction book. Will be recommending to other teaching colleagues! -- Teacher of students 7-8 * Toppsta *The illustrations were really detailed and my five year old was engrossed. We have read it several times and I have also bought another copy for my niece -- Parent with child age 5 * Toppsta *

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Book SynopsisOn the bleak polar ice caps, high on windswept mountains, and deep below frozen seas, come face-to-face with one of Earth''s greatest resources: ice. Discover how animals, plants, and humans survive in these icy realms. Watch glaciers form, witness icebergs calve, and shiver with the great polar explorers in this amazing journey through the world''s most beautiful but threatened ecosystems.Packed with stunning CGIs, illustrations, and photography, Ice will take you on a frosty expedition to explore how icy worlds are created, how life clings on in these harsh environments, and the impact of climate change.See how people and other animals use and interact with ice. Travel from the ice age to modern day and walk with mighty mammoths, patrol with leopard seals, roam the treeless tundra, and navigate the treacherous Northwest Passage.Ice shows you extraordinary frozen worlds and the animals, plants, and humans that make them their home.Trade ReviewFrom woolly mammoths to polar explorers, this beautifully illustrated guide to the most threatened on Earth will enthral young minds. * Creative Steps *An easy, fun and educational read for children on such an important topic. * Woman's Way *

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Book SynopsisWater World is the stunning new book from Ben Rothery, author of Hidden Planet and Sensational Butterflies. Life on Earth is shaped by water, and only survives here because of it, but our ocean ecosystems are at the epicentre of global warming. Framed by the need to protect our oceans, Water World is natural-history illustrator Ben Rothery''s rich exploration of the creatures from the coastal and offshore waters of the world - from penguins, seagulls, polar bears and seahorses, to plankton, sharks and deep-sea beings.Discover the longest migration and the loudest animal on Earth, and learn how our own actions affect the ocean, its inhabitants and our whole planet.Fun to read together or independently, this large-format, beautifully illustrated book is perfect for nature-lovers of all ages.Also available: Hidden Planet, Sensational Butterflies, Ben Rothery''s Weird and Wonderful Animals and Ben Rothery''s Deadly anTrade ReviewThis book is a thing of rare beauty -- David Walliams (on Hidden Planet)

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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.

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Book SynopsisThis fast-paced examination of reality television and surveillance boasts a cast of resourceful and morally gray teens and teems with anticipatory tension reminiscent of The Hunger Games. Publishers WeeklyWHEN YOU'RE INSIDE, THE WHOLE WORLD IS WATCHING. WHEN YOU'RE OUTSIDE, YOU'RE NOTHING. In SNOWGLOBE, Chobahm agreed to enter Snowglobe and take on Haeri's identity. Within the domed city's walls, she finally had the existence she'd always dreamed of. But life in Snowglobe wasn't quite what Chobahm expected. Following on from the epic cliffhanger, SNOWGLOBE 2 picks up where we left off. It follows the Haeri girls on their fight against the creators of Snowglobe and the Yibonn family. But who can they trust?With literal rains of fire, questionable geothermal activity, hypnotism, and ever-changing loyalties SNOWGLOBE 2 promises an thrilling conclusion to the stand-out duology.

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Book SynopsisThis dazzlingly illustrated debut about sailing through the journey of life is perfect for graduation or uplifting reading year-round.   Out at sea anything can happen: whether trials or triumphs, there are infinite possibilities to explore once we leave the shore. And what lies under the water's surface, in the darkest depths, can often lead to the most beautiful discoveries.   With gentle wisdom and dynamic art that will sweep you away, remarkable debut talent Dorien Brouwers beckons us to climb aboard and discover the courage, grit, and resilience that resides within us all. Ideal for all ages and filled with universal themes, the story also features a set of questions at the end that will invite parent-child conversations and encourage readers to explore their own life journeys.

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Book SynopsisMeet Earthworm - pink, wriggly and busy helping everyone's gardensgrow. In collaboration with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS),the UK's leading gardening charity, comes a charming tale witha powerful message for little green minds

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Book SynopsisFrom the author of Escape from Chernobyl comes another fast-paced historical thriller about a city caught between an enemy army and their own brutal government.

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Book SynopsisA call to action for all young activists, giving them the information, inspiration, and practical advice they need to get their voices heard.Trade ReviewGetting any reader to grasp the urgency of our planet’s environmental threats, without reducing them to hopelessness and eco-anxiety is a mighty task. Hats off to the author – he strikes a fine balance. Morbid challenges like population growth, habitat loss and hunting are told in truth but are equally balanced with colourful, playful illustrations. * Discover Wildlife *this book offers young readers a grounding in the problems facing the planet: pollution, endangered species, climate change, the peril of plastic and so on. It’s colourful, approachable, informative and fun but has a serious point to make. Start young to save the planet! * Country and Town House magazine *

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Book SynopsisWith tabs to pull and slide, this eco board book is the perfect introduction to green living for little readers!Discover the amazing ways in which we make the energy we need while helping keep our planet clean and safe.What are the different ways to make green energy? Spin the turbine to make wind energy, or open the dam to get energy from water . . . and more!There is so much we can all do to help create sustainable energy, and help protect the planet from harmful waste and depleting resources. Learn all about them in this interactive board book!Perfect for a new generation of mini eco-crusaders!The First Eco Book series helps support early literacy and children's development in various skills: Interactive tabs make for a fun and exciting reading experience Questions encourage children''s comprehension of the story Helps nurture a love of and confidence in reading independentlyAlso available:Green Home

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Book SynopsisA stunning board book celebrating endangered animals and the need for us to coexist with all species on the Earth by New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Kim Krans.Hello Sacred Creatures is an illustrated homage to the endangered species of our world. It features beloved animals currently at high risk of extinction such as the honey bee, the giraffe, the humming bird, and the penguin. It serves as an educational tool while offering families a way to build a relationship with these creatures by saying a heartfelt hello.

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Book SynopsisCelebrate spring with this beautiful, hopeful story of a young, impassioned naturalist who grows up to change the world. A great gift for nature lovers and everyone who cares about our fragile planet. Perfect for fans of Wishtree and Wildoak.Jane Addams Children's Book Award WinnerGreen Earth Book Award WinnerWith Caldecott-winning illustrator Blackall's signature delicate art . . . a beautifully told, gentle account of a very important person in history, nature, and conservation. School Library JournalAn absolute joy to read. Book RiotRachel was a girl who lovedscience and the sea,books and writingand all the creatures of the world.Rachel was quiet,a listener by nature.But when she saw problems,she could not remain silent.Some people thought girlsshouldn't be scientists.They thought girlsshouldn't use their voicesto question or challenge,even to protectall the creatures of the world.Luckily Rachel didn't listento them.

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Book SynopsisLittle Miss Inventor has the ideal inventions to help the Mr Men and Little Miss learn to reduce, reuse and recycle.Some of the Mr Men and Little Miss have a few things to learn about being environmentally friendly. Mr Perfect likes his lawn to look absolutely perfect, so he waters it morning, noon and night. Mr Lazy is too lazy to bother turning his lights off and Mr Skinny regularly buys more food than he can eat, so he throws most of it away. Maybe they could learn a thing or two from Mr Mean who doesn''t like to waste anything or spend more than he needs to? Little Miss Inventor has some brilliant ideas to help them out!The perfect book to help young children understand what they can do to help their planet. Printed with vegetable inks on FSC paper just as Little Miss Inventor would want it!The Mr Men and Little Miss Every Day series takes Roger Hargreaves' beloved characters on trips and activities that children will recognise from their own lives. All the Every Day Adventures havTrade ReviewThe colourful characters have been delighting children since Mr Tickle first appeared on bookshelves in 1971.', The Independent 'The timeless Mr Men books capture modern stereotypes perfectly.', The Telegraph 'The Mr Men and Little Miss characters remain a cultural phenomenon, whose impact is felt far beyond the nursery bookshelf.', The Telegraph

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Book SynopsisA winter illness left Lotus, a little girl, without a voice and without friends. A hunter''s bullet left Feather, a crane, injured and unable to fly. As Lotus nurses Feather back to health, their bond grows. Soon Feather is following Lotus everywhere, even to school! The bird dances to the girl''s reed whistle, much to the delight of the other children. One day, when the village floods, Feather helps raise the alarm as Lotus and her grandfather urge their neighbors to get to high ground. Feather is a true friend to Lotus, but the time comes when Lotus must be a true friend to him--by encouraging him to migrate with the rest of the cranes. The next spring, Feather miraculously returns, and that''s not all . . . he has brought new life to the nearby lake.Inspired by the true story of a crane that rescued a Chinese village, and graced with sensitive watercolor illustrations, this lovely book about respecting nature offers deep emotion and delightful surprises.

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Book Synopsis''A wonderful, surprisingly delicate story about a teenager making her way home to Scotland in a world remade by climate change (aimed at YA readers but, like all good children''s books, good for adults too)'' Lucy Mangan, i WeekendIn a world full of checkpoints and controls, can love and hope defy the borders? A searing, timely story, as arresting as it is beautiful. Imagine a world ... Where there are too many people on a too-hot earth and your only chance of salvation is to journey north.Where you must prove yourself worthy of existence at every turn, at every checkpoint.Where your instincts become your most powerful weapon - even more than the gun in your pocket.Where you find out what it takes to survive.An extraordinary story about survival and what it costs, about the power of small kindnesses to change everything. Trade Reviewgripping near-future story -- Suzi Feay * The Financial Times *Set in an another bleak, all-too-imaginable near future, Nicky Singer's The Survival Game (Hodder) follows 14-year-old Mhairi as she returns to her birthplace on the Isle of Arran, with an empty gun, her identity papers and a mute five-year-old in tow. In a world of hard borders, coldly allocated resources, truncated lifespans and judicial murder, traumatic loss has already robbed Mhairi of much of her humanity - has she enough left to keep her soul alive? Singer's bitter, demanding book is shot through with piercingly bright, unforgettable images. * The Guardian *Nicky Singer pulls no punches in this hard, harrowing, skillful story, which shows how thin the facade of civilization is and how easy it is to brutalize not only a person but an entire society. There is hope - at its heart, Mhairi's tale is that of a human being, desensitized by necessity, learning to connect once more. * Armadillo magazine *Teenage readers will find much to savour in Nicky Singer's Survival Game (Hachette) Set in a not-so-distant future, the heroine's troubles and dangerous journey is strangely relevant. With lyrical prose and a political heartbeat, this is essential reading for fans of dystopian literature * Ham & High Newspaper *A particularly pertinent read. Singer's provocative book poses big ethical questions and has an endling likely to polarise readers * The Guardian *'A powerful story. It's searingly beautiful but both terrifying and deeply sad. Nicky Singer writes with lyricism...But The Survival Game isn't just beautifully written...it's raw and energetic, lyrical and beautiful, intense and passionate. It also asks important questions and requires the reader to interrogate her or himself...It's an absolute tour de force.' * The Book Bag *A wonderful, surprisingly delicate story about a teenager making her way home to Scotland in a world remade by climate change (aimed at YA readers but, like all good children's books, good for adults too) -- Lucy Mangan * i Weekend *A haunting novel, beautifully written that will stay with you long after the last page * WRD Magazine *extraordinary novel * The Letterpress Project *Recent news about the treatment of refugee children makes this a particularly pertinent read. Singer's gripping and provocative book poses big ethical questions, and has an ending likely to polarise readers. -- Fiona Noble * The Observer *Set in an another bleak, all-too-imaginable near future, Nicky Singer's The Survival Game (Hodder) follows 14-year-old Mhairi as she returns to her birthplace on the Isle of Arran, with an empty gun, her identity papers and a mute five-year-old in tow. In a world of hard borders, coldly allocated resources, truncated lifespans and judicial murder, traumatic loss has already robbed Mhairi of much of her humanity - has she enough left to keep her soul alive? Singer's bitter, demanding book is shot through with piercingly bright, unforgettable images. * The Guardian *In this gripping near-future story, Nicky Singer tackles two urgent contemporary issues - global warming and mass migration. Desperate people are moving north, and Scotland is the new destination of dreams. Resilient 14-year-old Mhairi Bain is on her way to the Isle of Arran where her grandmother lives. Travelling alone, she has witnessed horrors that include the deaths of both parents. Tough but not heartless, she has taken pity on a mute African boy on the way.The chapters are short and tense, written in a boiled-down style. As a way of dealing with her trauma, Mhairi has created 'Castle', a mental fortress in which to conceal bad memories. It's a neat narrative device. The pair face many obstacles, dangers and border crossings, dramatizing the plight of the migrant in a world, compellingly evoked here, that is both oddly familiar and yet horrifyingly changed. * The Financial Times *

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Book SynopsisDiscover a world of amazing facts and information with Fact Planet!Find out about mountains and learn how they form, where they are most likely to be through diagrams and case studies.Fact Planet is a lively, information-filled geography series, packed full of colourful illustrations, clear explanations and fun quizzes to test your knowledge. The eye-catching flat illustrations combined with occasional photos bring geography and environmental issues to life.Other topics covered in this series are volcanoes, earthquakes, pollution, rivers and coasts, animals at risk, settlements and Earth''s resources.Perfect for the geography curriculum at KS2, this series is suitable for children aged 7 and up.Table of Contents 1: What is a mountain? 1: Earth’s structure 1: Fold mountains 1: Block mountains 1: Erosion 1: Avalanches 1: Volcanoes 1: Climate 1: Wildlife 1: People and mountains 1: Around the world 1: Record-breakers 1: Answers 1: Glossary 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisA powerful explanation of Earth's extinction emergencyTable of Contents 1: GONE FOREVER 2: LIFE ON EARTH 3: UNDERSTANDING SPECIES 4: THE EXTINCTION RATE 5: CASE STUDY: NO MORE DINOSAURS 6: WE’RE ALL IN THIS TOGETHER! 7: EXTINCTION AND HUMANS 8: CASE STUDY: STELLER’S SEA COW 9: TOO MANY PEOPLE? 10: THREATS TO WILDLIFE 11: CONSERVATION 12: KEEPING TRACK 13: CASE STUDY: ENDANGERED SEAGRASS 14: A SAFE PLACE TO LIVE 15: WILDLIFE LAWS 16: SPREADING THE WORD 17: ECOTOURISM 18: CASE STUDY 19: WOLONG NATURE RESERVE 20: WHAT CAN YOU DO? 21: EXTINCT PLANET? 22: GLOSSARY 23: FURTHER READING 24: INDEX

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Book SynopsisGuides to eco-friendly living and how the choices we make can help sustain Earth''s future.In The Animals We Save, find out about the different species that roam our planet, from polar bears in the arctic to stingrays in the seas, and dessert and grassland mammals, and how each species is affected by our changing climate.The We Go Eco series is a child-friendly introduction to eco-living and understanding the world through the choices we make and the shared responsibilities we have. As well as scientific learning, Go Eco panels throughout the books make practical suggestions on what we can all do to help make a difference in our daily lives. An activist spread at the back of each book takes a look at inspiring young people from around the world who have already made a difference in a particular environmental theme.Informative, approachable text is supported by buzzing, bold artwork - perfect for children aged 5-7 or those read

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Book SynopsisGuides to eco-friendly living and how the choices we make can help sustain Earth''s future. In The Homes We Build we learn about types of homes, what materials they are made from, how they are built and how they are beocoming increaisngly envioronmentally friendly. The We Go Eco series is a child-friendly introduction to eco-living and understanding the world through the choices we make and the shared responsibilities we have. As well as scientific learning, Go Eco panels throughout the books make practical suggestions on what we can all do to help make a difference in our daily lives. An activist spread at the back of each book takes a look at inspiring young people from around the world who have already made a difference in a particular environmental theme. Informative, approachable text is supported by buzzing, bold artwork - perfect for children aged 5-7 or those reading at book band 9 Gold. Titles in the series: The JTable of Contents 1: What is a home? 2: Different homes 3: Building materials 4: Houses and climate change 5: Concrete and steel 6: Building a house today 7: eco-freindly materials 8: Old homes 9: Inside our homes 10: Outside our homes 11: What can we do at home? 12: Become an eco warrior 13: Earth activist: Nzambi Matee

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Book SynopsisCreated in partnership with UNESCO, this book follows 'Team Planet', a group of children who learn about geoparks around the world and why these areas need protecting

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