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Books > Children's & Educational > Leisure interests, hobbies & sport > Natural history & pets > Animals > General
Lindsay Moore chronicles the remarkable true story of Yoshi, a
loggerhead sea turtle who traveled an astounding 25,000 miles after
being released from the aquarium that rehabilitated her.
Informational and awe-inspiring, Yoshi and the Ocean is a gorgeous
picture book about patience, perseverance, the ocean, and finding
your way home. A transformative story about the incredible journeys
animals make and the interconnectedness of the natural world. In
1997, a young loggerhead sea turtle was rescued from the ocean
after an injury to her shell. The fishermen who rescued her named
her Yoshi and took her to the Two Oceans Aquarium in Cape Town,
South Africa. She was rehabilitated there and grew stronger-and
larger!-every day. She also became one of the most popular exhibits
at the aquarium. After twenty years in captivity, Yoshi was
released back into the ocean and traveled more than 25,000 miles in
1,003 days to find her way home. A tracking device on her shell
transmitted data about her journey to marine biologists and turtle
enthusiasts of all ages around the world. Lindsay Moore's gorgeous
watercolor paintings enrich her moving, lyrical, and informative
text. This picture book touches on topics such as conservation,
oceanography, natural selection, the food chain, currents, and
geography, making Yoshi and the Ocean an ideal choice for parents,
teachers, librarians, and anyone interested in nature and the
ocean. Includes a map of Yoshi's journey, information about sea
turtles and how you can help them, and additional resources.
This stunning six-book series explores some of Earth's iconic landmarks and habitats, and the plants and animals that live there.
They are illustrated with beautiful photographs that will inspire readers and leave them in awe at the incredible variety of life on our planet. Filled with incredible facts and gems of information, each book reveals the dramatic ways in which each of our seven continents are shaped and how they in turn affect the living creatures and plants that call each continent home.
For readers aged 8 and upwards, these books are perfect for key stage 2 students, studying geography, plant life and the animal kingdom.
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Swan
(Paperback)
Melissa Gish
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R230
R216
Discovery Miles 2 160
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Everybody loves beautiful bees and butterflies, but what about kids
who like more mucky creatures - the ones that live down in the dirt
or eat their own poo? These minibeasts are just as deserving of
attention. This beautifully illustrated title explores the
wonderful world of the slithering snails. Did you know that snails
can be brown, yellow, red or pink? Or that their top speed of 45
miles an hour or 1 cm per second, makes them one of the slowest
creatures on Earth? Their amazing silvery slime means that they can
move safely over sharp objects. Find out more about these amazing
mucky minibeasts. Full of facts, the accessible text combined with
cute, beautiful artwork results in a stunning non-fiction picture
book. Ideal for allowing children to learn more about minibeasts,
but also for introducing them to habitats and understanding other
living creatures. Look out for the other titles in the series too:
Ants, Worms, Centipedes and Millipedes.
What if a jaguar and a skunk had a fight? Who do you think would
win? This nonfiction reader compares and contrasts two ferocious
animals. Readers will learn about each animal's anatomy, behavior,
and more. Then compare and contrast the battling pair before
finally discovering the winner!This nonfiction series is full of
facts, photos, and realistic illustrations, and it includes a range
of mammals, sea creatures, insects, and dinosaurs to satisfy all
kinds of animal fans.
With padded covers, simple images, and an amazing range of novelty
textures, Baby Touch and Feel books immediately capture the
attention of the very youngest children to create an experience
they'll want to repeat over and over again.
"Baby Touch and Feel: Bedtime" features blankets, stars, sleepy
stuffed animals, and lots of soothing bedtime textures.
The must-have survival guide for all young explorers from chief
scout, adventurer, writer and televsion presenter, Bear Grylls.
Embark on an amazing adventure with Bear Grylls as you learn about
all the dangerous animals on Earth and how to stay safe while
you're exploring the world. Learn what makes animals dangerous, why
they might attack, and what weapons each of these animals are
equipped with. Includes step-by-step instructions and tips from
Bear.
The latest title in Vassiliki Tzomaka's graphically illustrated
'Extreme Environments' series takes young readers on a journey
through the world's reefs to discover the remarkable diversity of
life they contain. Through a series of detailed landscape scenes,
it demonstrates the degree to which flora and fauna depend on each
other for survival, and the unique tactics the fish and marine life
use to protect themselves. Focus spreads zoom in on specific
species that are especially unusual, clever, or at risk, while
infographic illustrations help to quantify the many dangers faced
by creatures that inhabit the reefs. By taking a scientific
approach to illustrated non-fiction, it raises awareness of the
marine environment in a way that makes nature fascinating, engaging
and deeply impressive to young children.
Imagine being lost and stranded in the desert. Would you know what
to do to survive? This useful nonfiction title explains the
important skills needed to survive in the desert. With helpful
diagrams and images, definitions, tips and instructions,
informational text, a bibliography, and a list of other helpful
websites, readers can be assured that they will learn about the
dangers of heat exhaustion, desert plants that could aid in
survival, and other helpful tips in order to survive in an
emergency.
This elegant mini edition of the bestselling Animalium is the
perfect gift for animal-lovers or anyone who appreciates beautiful
books. Wander the galleries - open 365 days a year - and discover a
collection of curated exhibits on every page, accompanied by
informative text. Each chapter features a different branch of the
tree of life, from the simple sponge to the enormous elephant.
Welcome to the museum!
How many species are there across the globe? How much do all of the
insects in the world collectively weigh? How far can animals
travel? Steve Jenkins answers these questions and many more with
numbers, images, innovation, and authoritative science in his
latest work of illustrated nonfiction. Jenkins layers his signature
cut-paper illustrations alongside computer graphics and a text that
is teeming with fresh, unexpected, and accurate zoological
information ready for readers to easily devour. The level of
scientific research paired with Jenkins' creativity and accessible
infographics is unmatched and sure to wow fans old and new.
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Grub
(Hardcover)
Sandra Severgnini
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R319
Discovery Miles 3 190
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How does a small egg become a buzzing bee? With a graph of a bee's
life cycle, vivid photos, explanatory vocabulary, and informational
text, readers are sure to be captivated!
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