Did you know that an octopus has three hearts? And that they are particularly intelligent, with some being known to use tools?

Dive into this fascinating illustrated guide all about the aliens of the deep. From the truly terrifying giant Pacific octopus to the inventive common octopus, find out where they live, what they eat and how we can protect them.

Part of acclaimed illustrator Owen Davey’s popular “About Animals” series, featuring his signature minimalist art style with colorful, design-oriented layouts--Obsessive About Octopuses is sure to delight kids as well as adult cephalopod fans.

Get kids hooked on fishing with fun activities for ages 8 to 12

Fishing is so much fun, and it's an awesome skill to have! This book is filled with hands-on activities that teach kids everything they need to go fishing, from choosing their line and setting up their rig to properly casting their rod and safely removing hooks. They'll learn all about tackle and proper fishing techniques—as well as patience and respect for Mother Nature.

This fishing book for kids can help them:

• Locate the best fishing spots — Young anglers will find out how to "read" water and nature to detect fish in freshwater areas like lakes, ponds, reservoirs, rivers, and streams.
• Get creative and think outside the box — Kids will explore exciting DIY activities like making their own fishing rod, fly tin, sinkers and snaps, water clarity tester, and more.
• Discover fishing tips and fun facts — Tons of fascinating fishing facts and pointers help kids stay engaged and safe.

Inspire kids to become fishing pros with the Fishing Activity Book for Kids.

This guide for young explorers combines scientific fact, fascinating tidbits, brilliant full-colour photography and sensitive illustrations to bring a wonderful variety of ocean creatures vibrantly to life.

Children will enjoy poring over the colourful pages as they:

• read about marine habitats like sandy beaches, rocky shores, estuaries, coral reefs and kelp forests
• discover plant and animal groups, including molluscs, crustaceans, coastal birds, mammals and reptiles, among others
• learn to identify important species from each group, using picture field-guides
• study the helpful holiday guides to find out what sea life to look out for along the shore – from Walvis Bay to Mozambique
• find out why the ocean is vital to us, how it may be harmed by human activities and some of the ways in which we can help
• learn about the valuable work that marine scientists do

This introduction to the habitats, plants and creatures of the southern African shores is a celebration of ocean life that is sure to become a favourite with beachcombers of all ages.