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Where can you eat dinner under the sea? Which country has the most
pyramids? Can a church become a swimming pool? Including a stunning
central gatefold map that opens out to reveal where all 80
structures are located, this book is a visual celebration of the
incredible structures people have built throughout history and
their cultural significance. From ancient wonders such as
Stonehenge to bridges spanning countries, record breaking
rollercoasters and hotels where even the beds are made of ice.
Discover a floating palace, a terracotta army, a cinema in a bank
vault, and a building so tall that clouds form at the top!
'A fascinating welcome to the wonderful world of insects' -
LoveReading4Kids 'Fun, inspiring, and well researched.' - Kirkus
Reviews, starred review A beautifully illustrated tour of some of
the world's most fascinating insects, perfect for readers 8+. Did
you know that without insects, humankind could not survive? This
illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of
insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the
differences between the groups, and why insects are the most
important animal group on Earth. Broken down into sections
exploring each of the main types of insect, each section takes a
different, playfully visual approach to really capture the
character of the insects in the order being explored. As well as
including practical advice for observing insects safely, a section
at the back of the book describes ways to help insects and
encourage them into a garden no matter how small.
A beautifully illustrated and atmospheric story exploring how polar
bears are coping with climate change; a stunning new addition to
the Protecting the Planet series. It snowed last night. The first
fall of the season. More is on its way. For this polar bear, this
is a sign it's time to make a den, a safe place to sleep through
the harsh Arctic winter and to give birth to her cubs. But the
Arctic is changing; familiar landscapes are melting. What kind of
world will her cubs grow up in? This beautifully illustrated
picture book gently explores the effects of climate change on polar
bears, along with information on how we can all make a difference
and protect the planet for these majestic animals.
'A fascinating welcome to the wonderful world of insects' -
LoveReading4Kids 'Fun, inspiring, and well researched.' - Kirkus
Reviews, starred review A beautifully illustrated tour of some of
the world's most fascinating insects, perfect for readers 8+. Did
you know that without insects, humankind could not survive? This
illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of
insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the
differences between the groups, and why insects are the most
important animal group on Earth. Broken down into sections
exploring each of the main types of insect, each section takes a
different, playfully visual approach to really capture the
character of the insects in the order being explored. As well as
including practical advice for observing insects safely, a section
at the back of the book describes ways to help insects and
encourage them into a garden no matter how small.
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The Deep Blue (Hardcover)
Charlotte Guillain; Illustrated by Lou Baker Smith
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R431
Discovery Miles 4 310
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Ships in 12 - 17 working days
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"Shoals of tiny, brightly coloured fish dart through the
sun-dappled water. Dazzling royal angelfish nibble the coral." Swim
through tropical seas and dive into the darkest depths of the
ocean to discover Earth's diverse and delicate ecosystems. From
vibrant coral reefs to mysterious deep-sea trenches, this
lyrical picture book takes you on an amazing journey. Immerse
yourself in different ocean landscapes, learn about the diverse
range of species, and understand the importance of maintaining
these beautiful, natural habitats. This illustrated, lyrical
picture book looks at plants, animals and natural formations
in Earth's amazing ocean ecosystems, from the smallest creatures to
the largest predators, gently covering the topic of global warming.
Most of our planet is made up of the ocean, but it is in trouble.
With the climate warming, we’re losing the sea ice in the Arctic
and Southern Oceans. Every living thing on the planet needs the
oceans, including us. This book will inspire you to find out what
more you can do to help the oceans, so they can remain wonderful
havens of life and beauty that we can all enjoy. Content includes:
Coastal Waters Kelp Forests Mangroves Coral Reefs Open Ocean Deep
Ocean Frozen Seas The World of Wonder series shines a
light on our planet's fragile ecosystems, from majestic mountains,
to expansive forests and deep oceans, gently covering
important topics such as global warming and the impact of humans on
the natural world. Also available: World of Wonder:
Mountains ​978-0-7112-4353-8
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