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Books > Children's & Educational > Leisure interests, hobbies & sport > Natural history & pets
Set over a 24-hour period, meet speedy ostriches, tiny
hummingbirds, and majestic eagles in this kids' non-fiction book
about the coolest birds in the world. Soar through the skies to
follow the lives of our feathered friends as they fight, dance, and
play their way through their day. Ornithologist Dr Alex Bond tells
the story of the world's most amazing birds in the style of a
nature documentary - from the dawn chorus to a barn owl hunting at
dusk. Inside, you'll also witness a bald eagle on a fishing trip,
pink flamingos dancing to impress potential mates, and some of the
most amazing nests in the world.
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Newcomers
(Hardcover)
Darlene Welton; Illustrated by Maria Gibson
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R590
Discovery Miles 5 900
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Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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UNDER THE SEA is a lively introduction to life beneath the waves, where children can lift the flaps to learn about an under water world. Young readers will be amazed as they find out what beautiful creatures can be discovered amongst a coral reef or shipwreck, why fish look so different deep down, which ways predators hunt their food, and much, much more. This book features over 30 sturdy flaps to lift, along with charming, child-friendly artwork that introduces new concepts and vocabulary in a simple and accessible way.
The Three Little Pigs go green in the updated children's book The
Three Little Green Pigs, LLC: A Recycling Pig Tale. The descendants
of the original Three Little Pigs are now in the construction
business building green homes out of recyclable materials. A
contest pits the pigs against one another and the winner will be
able to build his home throughout the town. Using different
recyclable materials, the winning pig must satisfy the city
inspector (a descendant of the Big Bad Wolf ). The story ends with
the wolf purchasing an ecological home that has several modern
changes, and the winning pig hiring his two cousins. This is one
home that no one can huff and puff and blow the house down Richard
Oldenburg is an avid storyteller and volunteers monthly to read to
children at libraries and schools in Bear Valley Springs,
California. He promotes the "art of imagination" through his
storytelling. One evening while discussing old folk and fairy tales
with his wife, a thought was planted. Could an old fairytale be
brought up to date? The result is this book, now dedicated to his
wife of 28 years. A graduate of California State University, Long
Beach with a BA and MA in education, the author enjoyed 32 years of
teaching and working with staffs throughout California. He now
enjoys retirement, his grandchildren, and working with veteran
organizations as a bugler. Publisher's website: http:
//sbpra.com/RichardOldenburg
Learn all about identifying birds with this beautifully illustrated
spotter's guide. With 35 British birds to learn about, the RSPB
First Book of Birds is perfect for budding birdwatchers and
naturalists. Through beautiful full-page illustration accompanied
by key information about each creature, this book is designed to
encourage young children's interest in the outside world and the
wildlife around them. Includes a spotter's chart for children to
fill in, key facts about each bird and accurate illustrations to
make spotting birds easy. Part of a series of collectible spotter's
guides published in partnership with the RSPB, the largest wildlife
conservation charity in Europe. Other topics include: flowers,
birds, mammals and minibeasts.
This delightful farm-themed activity book will keep young children
entertained for hours. The pages are packed with all sorts of
enjoyable activities, including join the dots, spot the difference,
colouring in, simple makes and other engaging puzzles. Fun and
educational, the Farm Activity Book features beautiful, bright
illustrations that will draw children in and keep them busy. Alain
Gree's unmistakably rich and appealing style of illustration makes
every page incredibly absorbing. And while children are enjoying
the mazes, matching and counting, the activities will be helping
them to develop a wide range of skills, including observational,
conversational and motor skills. AGES: 4 to 11 AUTHOR: Alain Gree
is a French author and illustrator of children's books. He has had
over 300 books published, which have been translated into 20
different languages. He has also worked as a children's broadcaster
on French national television, produced three detective novels, ten
ship navigation books and been a journalist for 20 years for Voiles
et Voiliers (sailing ships) magazine. He is currently a graphic
designer and editor for various advertising publications. Alain's
main hobby is sailing. He's owned several boats since the 1970s and
has crossed the Atlantic Ocean twice. He finds his sailing trips
provide the perfect time out to work on new children's stories and
illustrations. Includes 100 stickers
"Waiting for Wings" is based upon the true story of Angel Rae's
journey from shelter dog to therapy dog. As a therapy dog, Angel is
content to lay still while school children use her as a pillow and
read books to her. While doing her job, she notices a little boy
sitting alone in the corner. Why is he waiting? Angel eventually
learns why Timmy is waiting, and her story inspires all of us to
find our wings and take flight.
Some dinosaurs had a deadly bite and others could run super fast. Some had club-like tails and some could make the smelliest of farts - POO-WEE! But wait, don't run away... Because dinosaurs are actually awesome!
From the ferocious hunters like Spinosaurus and T.rex to the gentle giants like Diplodocus and Titanosaurus, the speedy Velociraptor to the armoured Ankylosaurus, discover all the weird and wonderful things that made dinosaurs so AMAZING. Did you know that some dinosaurs laid eggs the size of footballs? Or that there's a fossilised dinosaur poo as long as your arm? And have you ever heard of a certain dinosaur that could outrun a racehorse?
Find out about all this and more - and then decide: do YOU love dinosaurs?
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