Alten die akkedis met sewe sterte is 'n storie van vriendskap en avontuur. Alten, 'n akkedis met die merkwaardige vermoë om sy stert te verloor en weer te laat groei, vind homself in 'n tuin vol gevare.

Wanneer sy vriend Frida, die verkleurmannetjie, in die moeilikheid beland, moet Alten sy moed bymekaar skraap om haar te red. Saam droom hulle van 'n plek waar hulle veilig kan wees, weg van die bedreigings van die menslike wêreld. Ontdek hoe Alten se unieke
talent hom help om die dag te red en leer meer oor die wonderlike verdedigingsmeganismes van akkedisse. 'n Verhaal vol humor, spanning en die krag van ware vriendskap.

Ten fierce animals battle it out in this exciting bind-up featuring five new books in this action-packed animal series! Which dangerous animals would win in a fight? Find out in this awesome bind-up of five books in the popular Who Would Win? series. The collection features a range of mammals, sea creatures, reptiles, and birds to satisfy all kinds of animal fans. Kids will learn about each animal's anatomy, behaviour, and more alongside photos, charts, illustrations and amazing facts. Perfect for young fans of animals Learn what makes these creatures fierce competitors Includes fun facts, illustrations and photos

The brand-new HEARTWARMINGLY HILARIOUS children's picture book from NUMBER ONE bestselling David Walliams. Illustrated by artistic genius Tony Ross. Meet Geronimo - the baby penguin who has one dream and one dream only - and that is to fly! But everyone knows penguins can't fly... or can they? With a little help from his dad and friends, baby Geronimo discovers that even the wildest of dreams can come true. A delightfully topsy-turvy book with an uplifting message about following your dreams - another blockbusting classic from David Walliams and Tony Ross! There are lots of funny pictures of penguins in this book, but please note any mention of 'free' penguins on the back cover is a joke and as such should be taken lightly.

From Number One bestselling author David Walliams comes a hilarious and heartwarming picture book, brilliantly illustrated by the artistic genius, Tony Ross.

Up at the North Pole, a big furry polar bear is swimming, fishing and eating. But when she nods off and finds herself far from home, she thinks things can’t get any worse.

But they can…

Much worse!

An outrageously funny picture book with an incredibly heartwarming message about celebrating difference – in all its forms.

The third title in the bestselling and highly illustrated children's books series, soon to be hitting screens everywhere as an animated film and TV show with Nickelodeon and produced by James Corden. A super-accessible and highly-illustrated chapter book series, perfect for readers aged 6+ and fans of Pamela Butchart, DogMan, the Naughtiest Unicorn and Hotel Flamingo. Ever wonder why pigeons always act so weird? It's because they're out there chasing the bad guys and saving your butts! What do REAL PIGEONS do? They nest, of course! And when they nest, they nest HARD. Protecting their city from crime is tiring work after all! But the squad can't rest yet, not with a bone-crunching vulture on the loose, a wild child running amok, and a long-lost family to find! Will the REAL PIGEONS ever find the perfect nest to take the perfect nap?

The magical and reassuring tale about baby barn owl Plop is a beloved children's classic! As read by HRH the Duchess of Cambridge on CBeebies Bedtime Stories! Plop, the baby owl, is like every barn owl there ever was, except for one thing - he is afraid of the dark . . . The dark is brimming with excitement and magic. As Plop ventures into the night, he meets a boy who shows him fireworks, a black cat who takes him exploring, a girl who tells him about Father Christmas, among other surprising discoveries . . . Filled with gentle humour and heart-warming illustrations, this uplifting story about finding the courage to face your fears has been beloved of parents and children for decades - and its message of resilience is as timely as ever! An abridged board book edition, for readers aged 3+.

Be transported to the glorious days of Spring with this intricately illustrated puzzle from Sara Boccaccini Meadows. Includes a double sided poster - one side can be used to help you complete the puzzle, and the other is a guide to grow your own plants.

Why is a flamingo pink? Can a parrot talk? Is a bald eagle really bald? This follow-up to the hugely successful The Big Book of Bugs, The Big Book of Beasts and The Big Book of the Blue answers these questions and many more. It opens with introductory spreads explaining how to recognize different bird's eggs, the bird family tree, why different species of birds have different beaks and feathers, and why some birds migrate and travel vast distances every year. Subsequent spreads, illustrated with various habitats, are dedicated to specific varieties of bird, including hummingbirds, peacocks, flamingos, bald eagles, secretary birds, albatrosses and red-crowned cranes. Some will teach children how to spot different birds within a specific variety, for example how to differentiate the American robin from the European robin. Others explore bird habitats, for example showing how birds adapt to live in cities. Finally, the book invites young bird spotters to protect birds where they live and make their gardens bird friendly. This is a big, beautiful book to look at again and again.

Catch all the buzz about bugs with this children's guide that includes an introduction to entomology and an insect identification section. Kids love the thrill of discovery-especially when it comes to bugs. Become a young entomologist. Learn all about bees, butterflies, spiders, and other creepy crawlies. Jaret C. Daniels, author of many bug books, presents a kids' introduction to entomology. From ants and beetles to dragonflies and mosquitoes, this easy-to-understand book is a perfect guide for beginners. It features expert insights on a variety of common and important insects. It delves into such topics as what the various species eat, how and where to find them, and why they're important. In the field-guide section, featured species are organized by type of bug. Full-color photographs and descriptions of key markings help readers to identify the species they see in nature. Inside You'll Find Beginner's guide to bugs of the USA and southern Canada The basics of entomology and bug anatomy Identification guide to common and important bugs to know Fun bonus activities for the whole family

Within Cole Matthews lie anger, rage and hate. Cole has been stealing and fighting for years. This time he caught Alex Driscal in the, parking lot and smashed his head against the sidewalk. Now, Alex may have permanent brain damage'and Cole is in the Biggest trouble of his life.

Cole is offered Circle Justice: a system based on Native American traditions that attempts to provide healing for the criminal offender, the victim and the, community. With prison as his only alternative, Cole plays along. He says he wants to repent, but in his heart Cole blames his alcoholic mom his, abusive dad, wimpy Alex -- everyone but himself -- for his situation.

Cole receives a one-year banishment to a remote Alaskan island. There, he is mauled by Mysterious white bear of Native American legend. Hideously injured, Cole waits for his death His thoughts shift from from Anger to humility. To survive, he must stop blaming others and take responsibility for his life. Rescuers arrive to save Cole's but it is the attack of the Spirit Bear that may save his soul.

Ben Mikaelsen paints a vivid picture of a juvenile offender, examining the roots without absolving solving him of responsibility for his actions, and questioning a society in which angry people make victims of their peers and communities. Touching Spirit Bear is a poignant testimonial to the power of a pain that can destroy, or lead to healing

Focuses on the insects, birds, amphibians, and other animal life found in gardens, including creatures both beneficial and damaging, and discusses the best ways to care for garden plants.

One day, Pann the Panda is relaxing and eating his favorite bamboo when he hears some exciting news. He has been chosen to represent his animal kingdom on a visit to Australia to see their zoos. Pann is leaving the next day, so he must start packing! The other animals eagerly give him advice on what to pack, such as an umbrella to shield Pann from sunshine and rain, comfortable shoes, a beach chair, and more. What else should Pann bring with him?

This charming board book introduces young children to the wild babies of the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina. Sweet rhymes accompany the beautiful color images by wildlife photographers and educators Ann and Rob Simpson. A great tool for introducing kids to the wildlife of the Smokies, the book features 13 baby animals. Like the other books in the popular series, it's sure to be a bedtime favorite.

A new title in the "Animal Close-Ups" series, this book is produced in collaboration with the Natural History Museum, London. Their photographer has taken the photos especially for the books, and their experts have checked and approved all the contents. Each book in the series looks at related groups of animals in spectacular photographs, and zooms in on their fascinating details, to see in close-up how nature has designed them for living. "Hunters" looks at the deadliest members of the animal kingdom. We explore the amazing and varied ways in which they track down and catch their prey, with tricks, wings, stings, claws and teeth. The first person text is lively and direct, to really engage the young reader. Featured are: wolf, shark, hawk, frog, snake,weasel, spider, wasp and water boatman.

Meet the world's most incredible insects in this beautifully illustrated book with press-out die-cut pages which reveal a parade of creepy-crawlies. The Incredible World of Bugs takes a look at the fascinating world of minibeasts. The unique die-cut format lets the bugs leap off the page, forming a parade of the biggest, boldest, most fascinating and gruesome members of the insect world. Each bug is presented with information about their appearance, characteristics, key facts and their danger levels. From blood-sucking ticks to venom-squirting beetles, there's a new beast to meet with every turn of the page.

"Does anyone know who this little chick belongs to?" Hannah sets out to help a friend who is lost and on the way learns about the world around her. She meets lots of different creatures while on a journey at the hippo pools.

Get ready for a walk on the wild side through every continent on Earth! Kids can discover the animal kingdom like never before in Lonely Planet Kids' The Animal Book, a beautiful encyclopedia featuring over 100 incredible creatures, from the grey wolf and green anaconda, to the bald eagle and emperor penguin. Packed with facts and illustrations, it also explores our relationship with these animals and how we're affecting their lives and habitats, such as reindeer helping to deliver food for Arctic communities and elephants hunted for their tusks in Africa. Animals are all around us, but sometimes we forget just how remarkable they are. With The Animal Book, kids can discover some of the world's most diverse and fascinating mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, insects and invertebrates, from those they can spot in their backyard to more endangered species in jungles, deserts and freezing oceans. They'll also learn about conservation efforts and how to help protect wildlife and the planet. Dawn Cooper's wonderful illustrations are combined with fantastic photographs and expert authorship by Ruth Martin. Organized by continent, The Animal Book covers: Arctic North & Central America South America Europe Africa Asia Oceania Antarctica Oceans About Lonely Planet Kids: Come explore! Let's start an adventure. Lonely Planet Kids excites and educates children about the amazing world around them. Combining astonishing facts, quirky humor and eye-catching imagery, we ignite their curiosity and encourage them to discover more about our planet. Every book draws on our huge team of global experts to help share our continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place-inspiring children at home and in school.

Explore the lives of kangaroos with Ranger Rick in this Level One I Can Read with vivid color photos! What if you wished you were a kangaroo and then you became one? Could you eat like a kangaroo? Move like a kangaroo? Live in a kangaroo family? And would you want to? Find out! This Level One I Can Read answers questions for beginning readers about kangaroos. This format engages young readers by comparing and contrasting the life of the kangaroo to the life of the reader. In call-outs, Ranger Rick asks the reader things like: Can you hop like a kangaroo? Did you know that some kangaroos are great swimmers? Did you know that kangaroos are really fast and can hop up to 40 miles per hour? From Tree Kangaroos to the Rock Wallaby to the more familiar Red Kangaroos, young Ranger Rick explorers will love this Level One I Can Read that helps beginning readers dig a little deeper into the amazing lives of kangaroos. Ranger Rick: I Wish I Was a Kangaroo is complete with fascinating facts, vivid photographs, a Wild Words glossary, and a hands-on activity where you find out how far you can jump-just like a kangaroo! This Level 1 I Can Read story is perfect for children ages 5 to 7 who are ready to read independently. Whether shared at home or in a classroom, the short sentences, familiar words, and simple concepts of Level One books support success for children eager to start reading on their own.

TV scientist Ben Garrod presents the biggest extinction events ever, told from the point of view of evolution's superstars, the most incredible animals ever to swim, stalk, slither or walk our planet. Whether you're 9 or 90, his unique exploration of the most destructive, yet most creative, force in nature makes top level science fun. Here are the superstars of the story of life, from the super-weird to the super-ferocious. Usually a species has 10 million years or so of evolving, eating, chasing, playing, maybe doing homework, or even going to the moon before it goes extinct. Megalodon, the super-predator, had the most powerful bite force ever measured! Terrorising the oceans, it hunted with stealth and skill, but even Megalodon died out, along with 50 percent of marine mammals, 2.5 million years ago. Find out why! Collect all eight books about animals we have lost in mass extinctions caused by asteroids or mega-volcanoes, clashing continents and climate change. Also includes: * Past brought to full-colour life by palaeoartist Gabriel Ugueto * Ask an Expert contributions from leading scientists * Glossary and pronunciation guide