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Let's go on a LIFESIZE adventure! Step into the book and see how
you measure up against some of the world's most amazing DEADLY
animals. Watch out for the LIFESIZE black caiman jaws, burmese
python, slow loris and much more! This interactive non-fiction
adventure features LIFESIZE illustrations of some of world's
smallest and largest deadly animals and invites children to think
about how they compare with these amazing creatures. This huge,
playful book is the perfect introduction to animals for young
children from picture book star, Sophy Henn. Climb into the book
for a truly wild adventure . . . Try the other books in the series
for more LIFESIZE fun! LIFESIZE (9781405289573) LIFESIZE DINOSAURS
(9781405293952) LIFESIZE BABY ANIMALS (9781405299497)
When a group of angry foreign birds demand that Maya and her
friends participate in their evil plots of revenge and destruction
against humans by exploiting their weaknesses, Maya and her friends
quickly realize that if they don't think of an alternative plan,
the entire world will be destroyed. Maya and her friends utilize
their lifelong experiences to come up with an alternative plan by
learning from human's strength and ingenuity. With that, they not
only convince foreign birds but also the entire animal kingdom to
participate in their new vision. Thus, together they not only save
their forest, but also the world. This is a hopeful and
inspirational tale of a group of birds and animals who- despite all
the odds against them- overcome their agony and sorrow. They not
only save their forest and habitat, but also assist humans in their
struggles to protect the environment and save the planet from more
destruction. This novel is a metaphor that discusses our past,
present and future in an easy to understand language as seen
through birds' perspective. If you enjoyed The Alchemist by Paulo
Coelho or Life of Pi by Yann Martel, you will certainly love this
book. If you cherished The Lion King or Finding Nemo, you will love
this book as well.
"Guaranteed free of unicorns and princesses, it's fun, empowering
fiction for 5-8 year olds." David Nicholls, author of One Day
"Every young girl should read this series!" Amanda Holden Join best
friends Katy, Cassie and Zia on a series of amazing adventures as
they work together to save the planet... The friends' latest
adventure takes them to an enchanted forest where they set out in
search of the biggest conker in the world. But all is not as it
seems. The trees around them are dying - and where are the animals?
As they try to work out a way to help, the girls discover how vital
trees are to all life on Earth.
A fascinating pop-up journey into the hidden world of insects,
spiders, and other creepy-crawlies.
Larger-than-life bugs spring from the pages, peek out from behind
flaps, and hide under tabs, inviting young entomologists to marvel
at the mind-boggling variety of arthropod life. What reader can
resist a chance to look inside a cockroach's body to see how it
works or open a wasps' nest to see what's inside? Useful
information (why does the world need bees?) and scientific trivia
(which beetles are strongest and fastest?) pack every page, while
exquisite art and dramatic pop-ups bring the world of bugs to
teeming life.
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Unicorns
(Hardcover)
Cari Meister; Illustrated by Dan A Whisker
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A book of love and friendship - the perfect gift for Paddington
Bear fans! This uplifting collection of inspiring - often hilarious
- quotes reveals the extraordinary impact that Paddington Bear has
on everyone he meets, and just how much they love him . . . even if
there are a few well-intended mishaps to take into account!
There are lots of animals in the woods. 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, logs and tree trunks to find out interesting facts about
woodland wildlife. This is the perfect introduction to the
outdoors.
The magical world of J.K. Rowling's Fantastic Beasts meets the real-world experts of the world-famous Natural History Museum, in an awe-inspiring exhibition devoted to the wonders of nature, science and adventure - and their fictional counterparts from Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts. Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature is the official book inspired by the spectacular exhibition, shining a light on beasts in all their fantastic forms. Taking inspiration from Newt Scamander, this gorgeous colour gift book invites the whole family to explore the inspiration and links between the magic of J.K. Rowling's creatures and the astonishing real-world wildlife that has roamed the earth, seas and skies of our planet throughout history.
Prepare to pore over ancient maps of sea monsters; naturalists' field notes crammed with intricately painted chameleons and caterpillars; and dinosaurs such as the mighty Dracorex Hogwartsia, the 'Dragon King of Hogwarts'. The Natural History Museum boasts one of the finest collections in the world - some 80 million animals, plants, minerals, rocks and fossils. These scientific specimens sit beside breathtaking artwork of J.K. Rowling's magical creatures; fascinating props and artefacts from the Fantastic Beasts and Harry Potter films; and stunning wildlife photography. Readers are invited to meet unicorns and merpeople, Nifflers and Bowtruckles, pythons and tigers, and observe their amazing and endlessly surprising behaviours.
Each chapter begins with an original essay by a well-known writer, environmental expert or natural history scientist, offering their own unique insight into the exhibition. Uplifting and absorbing, this is a book that evokes the true magic and majesty of nature in all its myriad forms. Fantastic Beasts: The Wonder of Nature inspires us to protect our precious planet - a must-have for Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts fans of all ages, budding explorers and readers who aren't able to visit the exhibition in person.
Insects are everywhere and easy to find -- if you know where to
look. Minnesota Bug Hunt puts you on the trail for insects big and
small, fierce and friendly. Explore habitats as near your own
backyard and as focused as an oak tree or as populated as a swath
of forest, and use your senses to discover the bugs who share our
world. See those bright flowers? If theyre goldenrod, you might
find a Locust Borer Beetle feeding there. Listen carefully in a
patch of prairie for the rasping of a male Broad-winged Katydid as
he sings to find a mate. Bruce Giebink introduces you to creatures
familiar, like an earwig or firefly, and fascinating, like the
Cecropia Moth or the Acorn Weevil. He shares fun facts about where
they live and what they eat and how they protect themselves.
Astonishingly detailed photos by Bill Johnson bring beetles and
bumblebees, dragonflies and water bugs up close and personal so you
can marvel at their unique body parts and vibrant colours. Step
outside with your eyes wide open and a net or magnifying glass in
hand to discover these insects and many more on your own Minnesota
bug hunt. Entomologist Bruce Giebink -- better known as Bruce the
Bug Guy -- offers activities for children of all ages through his
entertainment company the Bug Zone. Award-winning photographer Bill
Johnsons work is featured in the Kaufman Field Guide to Insects of
North America and in his Horticulture Magazine column, "Insect ID".
Ever wanted to talk to a tiger? Or chatter with a cheetah? Or yak
with a yak? This book brings together a babble of more than 100
beasties and explores the amazing ways they talk to each other -
from fish that fart, to alligators that dunk, to fire worms that
flash, you'll discover that wildlife have the strangest ways of
sending a message...
"Guaranteed free of unicorns and princesses, it's fun, empowering
fiction for 5-8 year olds." David Nicholls, author of One Day
"Every young girl should read this series!" Amanda Holden "I loved
learning about how the ocean is in trouble." Tess, age 6 Join best
friends Katy, Cassie and Zia on a series of amazing adventures as
they work together to save the planet... On the hottest day of the
year, the friends imagine a water slide coming out of Katy's
bedroom window. As they plunge into an underwater world, they can't
wait to explore. But when they meet a dolphin in distress, they
realise the ocean is in big trouble. It's so full of plastic that
the sea creatures have been forced to flee their homes. Can the
friends come up with a plan to put things right?
If you love cute baby animals, come spend the day in the Australian
outback with this adorable and bouncy kangaroo joey. From Ella
Bailey's acclaimed series of beautiful and educational picture
books comes another tale of how one young animal friend spends his
day. He's only a little kangaroo, but that doesn't stop him being
curious and learning all about life in his corner of our big blue
planet.
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Ant in Her Pants
(Paperback)
Paul Orshoski; Illustrated by Jeffrey Ebbeler
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"What if an ant got in your pants? Would it drive you crazy? An odd
little ant causes lots of craziness in this very funny book that
will leave beginning readers smiling."--P. [4] of cover.
The perfect bed-time story for all those who hate the dark. Zhazha
the porcupine and Duoduo the bear cub live in the DARK MUSHROOM
FOREST. They are scared of the night. Awu the elephant arrives in
the forest. Awu loves to eat darkness.He sucks it right up his
trunk. 'It's yummier than bananas, crunchier than bamboo,' says
Awu.'And it's got my name on it.' But when there's no darkness left
lurking anywhere, everyone starts to yawn. Even the tigers lose
their roars and the Dark Mushroom Forest becomes an annoying,
yawning place. -A gorgeous picture book. The story and
illustrations perfectly match and are quirky and charming. Feels
like a classic! This book has SOUL! Sophie Anderson, The House with
Chicken Legs -"This is a lovely bedtime story, full of beautiful
images and reassuring thoughts, to send children happily off to
sleep." - Parents in Touch
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