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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
(Paperback)
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!
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+.
This book explains, in simple language and with clear
illustrations, what the climate is, and how it is changing very
rapidly at the moment, and the effects this is having on our
planet. It tackles suggestions about what needs to change in the
way people live, from power stations to farming, and explains why
it's so difficult to do. Along the way, it also talks about what
individuals can do, including tips on how to keep a clear head and
not get overwhelmed by bad news.
This delightful animal-themed activity book will entertain children
who are crazy about all things to do with animals. The pages are
crammed with over 100 great activities, including dot to dot, spot
the difference, colouring in, simple makes and other engaging
puzzles, as well as 4 pages of stickers to be used in the book.
WINNER OF THE SAINSBURY'S CHILDREN'S BOOK PRIZE 2021 BEST ACTIVITY
BOOK Walking in the country, by the sea or in the town, so many
wonderful things to see if you stop and look around! Go on your
very own walk guided by CBeebies' Ranger Hamza from the hit TV show
'Let's Go For a Walk' with this book that can be used again and
again. Take this award-winning book with you on any ramble,
wherever you live, with suggestions from Ranger Hamza for things to
look out for. Can you see a red thing? A tall thing? Can you find
something smooth, and something rough? What can you smell, and what
can you hear? As well as things to spot on the walk, each spread
contains fascinating Hamza facts. Turn every walk, long or short,
into an interactive, playful learning adventure. Can be used on any
kind of walk, in any location, and any duration, over and over
again. Will help young ramblers look at the world around them in a
new way. Can also be read at home, with young readers spotting the
details in the beautiful illustrations. Perfect for fans of
CBeebies' 'Let's Go For a Walk', or for families looking to make
their regular outings more fun. Let's Go For a Walk! Ivy Kids
brings you beautiful, sustainably printed books to rewild your
child, nurture creativity, and foster a deep connection with the
living world. Winner of the Sustainability Award at the Independent
Publishers Awards 2022, Ivy Kids books are planet-friendly, printed
on 100% post-consumer recycled paper, locally to where they will be
sold.
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In the Rivers
(Hardcover)
Emilie Dufresne; Designed by Jasmine Pointer
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R329
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Many 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?
From the bestselling author of Darwin's Dragons comes a high-stakes
aquatic adventure, perfect for fans of The Murderer's Ape! England,
1893, and aquarium fever is at its height. Twelve-year-old Vinnie
Fyfe works in the tea-shop at Brighton aquarium, and waits for her
milliner mother to return from Paris. The arrival of a giant
octopus changes her life for ever. Discovering a talent for art,
Vinnie begins to draw the extraordinary beast. She soon realises
she can communicate with the octopus through colour and - as a
gripping mystery begins to unfold - discovers what true courage
really means ... The second middle-grade historical adventure by
critically acclaimed Lindsay Galvin, author of Darwin's Dragons A
gripping Victorian mystery with a touching connection between a
young girl and an octopus at its heart Strong STEM and natural
history themes with an underwater twist Effortlessly blends
exciting adventure with a rip-roaring historical mystery and
non-fiction elements PRAISE FOR DARWIN'S DRAGONS: 'A striking and
original adventure ... just the sort of story I love.' EMMA CARROLL
'WHAT a voyage! [Darwin's Dragons] is everything you hope it will
be ...' LUCY STRANGE '[A] beautifully fictionalised story' THE
TELEGRAPH
An interactive pop-up book that inspires hands-on learning with the
help of incredible rainforest animals! Tactile elements and
delightful imagery will encourage the development of motor skills
and early learning. Bold, brightly coloured pictures, lift-the-flap
pages and entertaining rhymes, Pop up Peekaboo! Rainforest provides
lots of opportunities for parent-and-child interaction and hours of
animal entertainment. Journey through the rainforest and discover
the spectacular habitats living here! Babies and toddlers' little
hands will love lifting the big flaps to find five peekaboo
surprises pop up from the pages: a funny anteater with a very long
tongue, a spotty jaguar leaping into a busy river, a slithery snake
hanging from a leafy tree, a beautiful hummingbird sipping sweet
nectar from a pretty flower, and two playful monkeys climbing to
the treetops. Little ones can learn vocabulary about habitats and
animal life that are carefully woven throughout the story, making
this book a fun and easy introduction to the Earth's precious
rainforest life. Inside the pages of this pop-up adventure book,
you'll find: - Hands-on play that builds confident book skills -
Look-and-find peekaboo games that reward curiosity - Rhythmic,
read-aloud text that aids language development - Rounded edges and
chunky pages, protecting babies and their growing teeth! This
interactive toddler book for 0-3 year olds helps teach young
children object permanence, which is an important step in childhood
development. Turning the pages and moving the pop-ups help toddlers
learn motor control for improved dexterity. This pop up book has
been designed as an all-round activity learning experience, to get
the most out of story time. Read aloud the lively rhymes that
create the amusing story for your kids to follow, and play a
guessing game of who is behind the flap! The rhymes and the
easy-to-read text help preschoolers remember the new words they are
learning for early language development. Complete the Pop-up book
series! Surprise! The peekaboo fun doesn't stop here! Your little
one will enjoy hours of hide-and-seek surprises with the My Pop-Up
Series. Find your farmyard friends with Pop-Up Peekaboo! Farm,
search the oceans in Pop-Up Peekaboo! Under the Sea and travel back
in time to find dinosaurs in Pop-up Peekaboo! Baby Dinosaur and
more!
Learn how to distinguish between living and non-living things and
investigate animal habitats, feeding and growth with this
educational activity book. Part of the Usborne Key Skills series
that supports the Science lessons children learn at school, with
wipe-clean pages and answers and secret notes for grown-ups are at
the back.
Scientists estimate that there are 8.7 billion animal species on
the planet. There are about 400,000 plant species. New plants and
animals are being discovered every day. Scientists who study these
species have lots of choices to make and lots to learn. Now the
choice is yours. Would you rather be covered in feathers or scales?
Would you want to be an oak tree or a giant water lily? Would you
choose to talk to animals or understand plants? It's your turn to
pick this or that!
There Are 101 Animals in This Book is perfect for children 2 years+
who are discovering the world around them. Detailed pictures
encourage little ones to develop their finding skills as they
search for each set of animals in their natural habitats and learn
their names. Can they spot the hidden 101 animal too? With five
beautifully illustrated scenes from Rebecca Jones to explore and
with activities on colours, counting and more, there is lots to do
and talk about. Discover more in the 101 series with There Are 101
Minibeasts in This Book.
The bestselling I Wonder Why series has the answers to all the
questions you’ve ever wanted to ask about the natural world,
history, space, and more! Which bird flies underwater? Is the Red
Sea really red? How deep is the ocean? Learn the answers to these
questions and more in I Wonder Why: The Sea is Salty, a fascinating
question-and-answer book all about seas and oceans. Award-winning
children's author Anita Ganeri makes learning about the natural
world fun with her accessible and entertaining style, and
information is presented in bite-sized nuggets, making it ideal for
dipping in and out. Bright illustrations by Gareth Lucas bring the
seas and oceans to life, from sharks and dolphins to pirate ships
and underwater volcanoes. Dive in and discover strange underwater
creatures beyond your imagination, and fascinating facts about our
relationship with this watery world.
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Animals Underground
(Paperback)
Daniel Moignot; Claude Delafosse; Translated by Sarah Gibson
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It's so dark underground, you can't see the animals who live down
there - but with the help of your 'magic' torch, you'll get to
explore their hidden homes. Run with the rabbit into its burrow.
Follow the mole through its tunnels. Swim with the beaver to its
lodge. Swoop with the kingfisher into its riverbank nest. You'll
even discover how the extraordinary cockchafer is born and grows up
entirely underground. This title is part of the My First Discovery
paperback series - a unique collection of beautifully illustrated
information books for children aged 4 to 7, with simple language to
aid learning and realistic artwork to inspire young minds. This
edition contains a paper torch at the back of the book, revealing
hidden secrets on the 4 darkened transparent pages and making the
story come alive - one detail at a time. With free access to a
brand new audio app, children can listen and read along at their
own pace, page by page.
Packed with facts and tantalising anecdotes from experts and
bursting with colour photographs, learn all about insects in this
fresh take on the subject that kids with love. It's time to learn
everything about insects! Each book in the National Geographic Kids
Everything series has more than 100 pictures, an explorer's corner
with from-the-field anecdotes and tips, fun facts throughout, maps
and infographics, an illustrated diagram, a photo gallery, cool
comparisons, a behind-the-scenes photograph, an interactive
glossary, and more.
A nonfiction picture book exploring a deceptively simple but
unexpectedly crucial resource for wildlife: puddles! This lyrical,
gorgeously illustrated nonfiction picture book is perfect for young
science learners and nature lovers. Hello, puddle! Who's here? A
normal everyday puddle may not seem very special. But for a mother
turtle, it might be the perfect place to lay her eggs. For a
squirrel, it might be the only spot to cool off and get a drink
when the sun is shining down in July. And for any child, it can be
a window into the elegant, complex natural world right outside
their window. With lush, playful illustrations and fun facts about
the animals featured, Hello, Puddle! is a joyful celebration of the
remarkable in the ordinary, and the importance of even the most
humble places in fostering life.
Get ready for a dinosaur adventure with Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol in
this storybook! Join Chase, Marshall, Skye, and the rest of the PAW
Patrol for an adventure in Dino Land. This rescue is so epic they
need a helping paw from their new puppy pal, Rex. Boys and girls
who love Nickelodeon's hit show will thrill to this full-color
storybook! Get on the case with Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol! Chase,
Marshall, Rubble, Skye, and the rest of the puppy heroes are on a
mission to save their friends and protect the community of
Adventure Bay using their paw-some vehicles, tools, and teamwork.
Find out about the circle of life on Earth's amazing Australian
desert habitat. Explore Ecosystems: Desert dives into the diverse
wonder of Australia desert biome. This habitat is home to reptiles,
kangaroos, birds, plants and more. Readers find out how this
ecosystem works through the lives of these animals and plants. It
explores how desert life relies not only on other living things,
but on non-living things, such as the sand, rain and rocks. The
importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing
how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The
Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for
readers aged 7 and up. Titles in the series In a Desert In an Ocean
In a Pond In a Rainforest On a Savannah In a Tree
There are lots of animals to see on safari. Where are they hiding
and what are they doing? In this innovative lift-the-flap book,
little ones can pore over the beautiful collaged pages and explore
under leaves, trees and rocks to find out interesting facts about
safari wildlife. This is the perfect introduction to the outdoors.
People don't sleep standing up. But cows do! Why? You have
questions, and this book has the answers. Find out all about cows
and why they don't need to lie down to catch some Zzzzzs.
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Born Survivors
(Paperback)
Louise Spilsbury, Richard Spilsbury
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How do baby animals survive in the wild? They're not as helpless as
they look. Find out how polar bear cubs stay warm and how tiny
alligator hatchlings travel on their mother's back to stay safe.
Beautifully illustrated by Anthony Lewis, First Animal Picture
Atlas explains where animals come from and how they live in their
habitats. Travel the globe and identify animals in an absorbing
look-and-find game. Large, colourful maps show the world's
continents and introduce children to important map concepts such as
grids, scales and keys. Superb full-page illustrations take readers
deeper into the different habitats to provide an early introduction
to the basics of ecosystems. This atlas will delight young children
and is the perfect reference book for both home and school.
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