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Books > Children's & Educational > Leisure interests, hobbies & sport > Natural history & pets > Animals
A poem for every month, this is a beautiful anthology of nature
poems by best-loved children's poet, Joseph Coelho encourages a
love for the natural world and the importance of looking after it.
'a treasure for you and your child to share' (5-star review)
'stunning illustrations' (5-star review) 'a true celebration of the
world we live in' (5-star review) See how animals behave through
the seasons, and the cycle of trees and plants, from the first
blossoms of spring through to the stark winter wonderland in
December. Twelve inspiring poems from Joseph Coelho, one for each
month of the year, paired with folk art from Kelly Louise Judd give
this book year-round appeal. A beautiful book for your bookshelf,
to spark an idea for your own poem, or to teach a love for nature
and to help children foster a love for the natural world.
'Heart-flutteringly lovely and powerful' - Book Trust 'In the
classroom, this book could be used as a reference for writers to
create their own season poems; play with the language of the
original poems or pair their own personal memories with the weather
or changing seasons.' - North Somerset Teachers Book Award 'This
will appeal to all ages and never date...' - LoveReading4Kids
Smelly rubbish, rotting food and piles of poo are disgusting! But
not to flies! Why? You have questions, and this book has the
answers. Find out all about flies, including their body parts,
young, food and behaviour.
THE GUARDIAN "[...] gorgeous illustration [...] intricate
monochrome [...] acid-bright touches of colour [...] will prompt
lively discussion." From the creators of the critically acclaimed
The Night Gardener and Ocean Meets Sky comes a whimsical and
elegantly illustrated picture book about community, art, the
importance of giving back - and the wonder that fell from the sky.
It fell from the sky on a Thursday. None of the insects know where
it came from, or what it is. Some say it's an egg. Others, a
gumdrop. But whatever it is, it fell near Spider's house, so he's
convinced it belongs to him. Spider builds a wonderous display so
that insects from far and wide can come to look at the marvel.
Spider has their best interests at heart. So what if he has to
charge a small fee? So what if the lines are long? But as Spider
raises the prices, insects stop showing up, much to Spider's
bemusement. And then, all of a sudden, an unexpected disaster hits
and the marvel disappears! This charming story is accompanied by
characterful illustrations, and also teaches children important
life lessons about greed and the importance of sharing.
The first in a sparkling new series of 'pick your own' picture book
adventures! Do you love pirates? How about aliens? And jungle
animals? Find them ALL in the pages of this laugh-out-loud
interactive adventure! Vincent's dog, Trouble, has DISAPPEARED and
he needs YOUR help. Has Trouble been stolen by aliens? Or pilfered
by pirates? Is she exploring the jungle? It's up to YOU to decide!
Discover not one but THREE fun-filled worlds in this PICK A STORY
adventure. You'll find twists and turns, hilarious characters . . .
and decisions to make on every page. So what are you waiting for?
Come on in and join the fun! 'The ideal book to inspire a lifelong
love of reading' - Lancashire Newspaper Group 'A truly
un-put-downable book' - Armadillo Magazine Look out for Pick a
Story: A Dinosaur Unicorn Robot Adventure ... coming soon.
Nature School is your destination for kid-friendly nature learning,
where you can explore the natural world through engaging reading,
beautiful illustrations, and more than 30 hands-on activities. Kids
need a break from screens now more than ever. Screen-free time
spent exploring and learning about the outdoors makes for happier,
healthier, smarter kids. And playing in nature gives kids
confidence and independence, promoting creativity and teaching
responsibility. With Nature School, all ages will enjoy connecting
with nature and becoming inspired to discover the wild places
around them. Travel through five of earth's largest biomes,
studying plants, animals, and their adaptations for survival-and
learn hands-on through nature experiments explained in each
lesson.From the arid desert to the salty seashore, investigate
extraordinary ecosystems, discovering the role of predators and
prey and learning about life cycles, climate, landscape, and more.
Chapters in this book explore plants, animals, and life cycles of:
Temperate Forests Deserts Seashores Grasslands Wetlands Featuring
activities and experiments that include: Bark & Leaf Rubbings
Desertscape Diorama Salt Dough Seashells Tornado in a Bottle Nature
Journaling The whole family will enjoy learning through Nature
School!
A breathtaking picture book about incredible animal migrations,
illustrated by the winner of the 2019 Waterstones Children's Book
Prize, Jenny Lovlie. Over the cold, mirrored waters of the Arctic,
a tiny tern sets off on the world's longest animal migration. On
her way, she passes humpback whales, caribou, Canada geese,
leatherback turtles and monarch butterflies, each on their own
incredible journey south for winter. When the Arctic tern finally
arrives, she must find a new home on the Antarctic shore . . .
until it's time to return to the northern skies once again. A
beautiful, lyrical and reassuring bedtime story, perfect for young
animal lovers, with a map and double-page spread of non-fiction
facts at the end. Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with
a free 'Stories Aloud' audio recording - just scan the QR code and
listen along!
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Shark
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Discover the mighty fish that have ruled the oceans since
prehistoric times in this picture-packed guide to the extraordinary
shark family. Did you know that sharks first appeared in the oceans
200 million years before the dinosaurs, and that they have an
electrical sixth sense that helps them locate their prey? How
dangerous is a great white shark? Can a whale shark really grow as
big as a city bus? If you find yourself seeking the answers to
these questions, then this may be the book for you! Discover where
they live, why they are hunted, and what can be done to protect
them. The book even takes you inside a shark to learn how it eats
and breathes. It explains, too, how they can swim so fast and how
different tail shapes affect the way each species moves. You'll see
for yourself how a lemon shark is born, and which looks stranger,
the hammerhead or the horn shark. Learn, too, about their
relatives, the manta rays and skates. Throughout the pages of this
newly- revised incredible history book, you can expect to find: -Up
to 20 per cent new images, including photography and updated
diagrams -All information updated by expert consultants -Packed
with amazing facts, infographics, statistics, and timelines
-Includes brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field
So, what's new? Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, this
popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of
information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new
look, up to 20 per cent new images, including photography and
updated diagrams, updated information, and a new "eyewitness"
feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the
field. Explore the series! Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold
more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Join the journey to
combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip
aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.
National Geographic Primary Readers pair magnificent National
Geographic photographs with engaging text by skilled authors to
help your child learn to read. Developed by education experts, this
series of books for beginner readers is spread across four levels:
Early Reader, Becoming Fluent, Becoming Independent and Independent
Reader. A pair of eyes lurks just above the water's surface - is it
a crocodile or an alligator? Packed with beautiful and engaging
photos, kids will learn all about these two reptiles, and find out
what makes them different. This National Geographic Kids Level 3
Reader provides both accessible and gripping text to captivate the
scientists and explorers of tomorrow! Level 3: Becoming Independent
books are best suited for kids who are ready for complex sentences
and more challenging vocabulary, but still draw on occasional
support from adults. They are ideal for readers of Purple and Gold
book bands for guided reading. For another National Geographic
Level 3 Reader, try Manatees (9780008266691).
Discover the four seasons in spell-binding detail, brought to life
in art made entirely from pressed flowers and leaves. Artist Helen
Ahpornsiri transforms petals, leaves and seeds into bounding hares,
swooping swallows and fluttering butterflies. Turn the page to
watch flowers unfold, see birds take flight or peek inside animal
homes. Marvel at the magic of each moment and rediscover the
wonders of a year in the wild . . .
The world is full of colourful birds. But why are flamingos bright
pink? You have questions and this book has answers. Find out about
flamingos, including what they eat and their behaviour.
Steve Backshall embarks on his most daring adventure yet. He has
just six months to travel to six continents and find 60 of the
deadliest creatures on the planet for the 26-part Children's BBC
series of the same name. From lethal beauties to killer beasts,
from the unseen to the unexpected, the one thing these creatures
have in common is that they are all deadly to other animals.
Steve's encounters range from famous killers such as the Black
Mamba and the North American Grizzly Bear to less well known but no
less deadly animals. He introduces the surreal Pink River Dolphin
of Amazonia and captures Australia's elusive Ghost Bat for a closer
look. Learn about the ingenious techniques and extraordinary
weapons that some of our most dangerous animals are armed with.
Including the renowned, the unexpected and the downright bizarre,
this companion book to Steve Backshall's high adrenaline tour of
the world's most deadly is not to be missed.
How many of the more common birds of southern African can you identify from their calls?
Birdsong is everywhere, whether we live in the city or in the country. Without the musical backdrop of our feathered friends, our gardens, parks and fields would be relatively silent – and much the poorer for it. Often we hear their calls, but cannot see the birds making them.
- The enclosed CD features 60 common bird calls.
- The book features full-colour photographs of the birds, distribution maps and interesting text about their habits, feeding and nesting routines, and their calls.
Invaluable for birders of all ages, this CD and book will open up a new world of bird recognition and behaviour, and perhaps be the start of an abiding interest in these most tuneful of our fellow inhabitants.
Ideal for any budding birdwatchers, this book encourages children
to get outside and spot birds in the wild! Packed with useful
information about how to get started, as well as a comprehensive
field guide section full of expert tips on how to identify a
species when they're out and about. This book is the perfect
introduction to birdwatching for children aged 7+!
Evie and her pet dog, Juno, use their senses to explore under the
sea in this bright, layered board book which teaches kids all about
the ocean! In this charming and innovative layered board book, Evie
and her pet dog Juno visit all the layers of the ocean, and tell
readers what they found there. Watch them play hide and seek in a
kelp forest, explore a shipwreck deep under the ocean and dance in
the midnight zone! Humorous text and bold, quirky illustrations
introduce each of the layers of the ocean. Curved and layered board
pages increase in size as you move through the book, developing a
child's hand-eye coordination as they turn the pages. Quirky facts
coupled with engaging artwork boost pre-schoolers' imagination and
spark an interest in the world around them. This bright, layered
board book provides a great first introduction to the ocean. This
book is from the Adventures of Evie and Juno series, which sees our
two intrepid explorers travel to different places and environments
in innovative layered board books which will help young readers
develop hand-eye coordination and teaching them about the world.
Also available is Explore the Planets, which sees Evie and Juno
travel to the eight planets, as they share with readers what they
find!
A striking and unique story perfect for little people interested in
climate awareness and looking after nature. McDarkly lives quietly
all on his own, growing orchids in his dank swamp, until one day
his peace is disturbed by an arrogant king who wants to turn the
swamp into a roller-skate park. McDarkly has ten days to prove that
the swamp isn't damp and dark, but an enchanted world. Can he do
it, or will he risk losing his home forever?
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Cats in Chaos
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Peter Bently; Illustrated by John Bond
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A hilarious new picture book from Roald Dahl Funny Prize-winning
author Peter Bently and the incredibly talented illustrator John
Bond, creators of Dogs in Disguise. A fun-filled look into the
chaotic world of cats and all the crazy things they get up to when
their owners aren't looking! In the dark of night, as their owners
sleep, the cats of the city are all headed to one place: Catsby's
Great Circus! Step this way and see conjuring cats, felines that
fly, Siamese that swing from above, and don't miss the mighty
PURRCULES CLAW. But with so much activity, it only takes one little
mouse in the wrong place to put the whole circus in chaos... This
jaunty rhyming text from hugely popular, award-winning author,
Peter Bently, with brilliantly witty illustrations from John Bond,
creator of the Mini Rabbit books, will have children laughing out
loud!
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