Sensational Sharks
Dive into the world of Sensational Sharks with explorer and scientist Tim Flannery and his daughter, Emma, as they shine the spotlight on one of the world's most beloved and surprising creatures! Have you ever heard about the cookie-cutter shark, which bites out cookie-shaped morsels of flesh from much larger animals than itself? Or the goblin shark, which was thought to have become extinct 100 million years ago until a living specimen was discovered in 1898? And did you know that the whale shark has jaws the size of a 12-year-old child? The earth is home to over one billion sharks across 500 different species, and there's so much to learn about these ancient rulers of the ocean! With their extraodinary superpowers and senses of sound, sight and smell, these fearsome predators have fascinated humans since well before Jaws. Come along on an exciting expedition with the world-renowned scientist and explorer Tim Flannery and his daughter Emma, as they spotlight some of the world's weirdest and most compelling creatures. This gorgeous large-format picture book comes with lush, full-color illustrations from renowned illustrator Katie Melrose, shimmering silver foil, and tactile grain lamination on the cover - making it the perfect gift for animal lovers and selachimorphaphiles (also known as 'shark enthusiasts') alike! Discover more fascinating creatures with Tim Flannery: Sensational SharksExtraordinary ElephantsJiggliest JellyfishSpectacular Snakes
Farm Kid’s ABCs
Explore the world of farming from A to Z in this fun and educational alphabet book! From animals and crops to tractors and computers, young readers will discover the many parts of farm life-including some exciting modern tools and ideas that help farmers grow food in new and sustainable ways. With colorful illustrations and simple explanations, Farm Kids ABCs is the perfect introduction to the ever-evolving world of agriculture for curious kids.
Good morning Henry
The 2nd Story in The Lowly Chicken series. A new life. New versionDarren has been writing children's stories for over a decade. The idea of the first series of The Lowly Chicken came about as a dream one night. Having realised the importance of this dream and its message, Darren immediately set about making the dream a reality and began typing away and has not stopped since. Little did he know the reaction he would get from friends' children, asking, "What happens next?" They were interested and wanted to learn more. So, Darren had the drive to continue to write more stories. This 2nd story gives us an idea of the time and place where the stories are set and his new life with his new friends.
Good morning Jenny and Abigail
The 3rd Story in The Lowly Chicken series. A new life. New versionDarren has been writing children's stories for over a decade. The idea of the first series of The Lowly Chicken came about as a dream one night. Having realised the importance of this dream and its message, Darren immediately set about making the dream a reality and began typing away and has not stopped since. Little did he know the reaction he would get from friends' children, asking, "What happens next?" They were interested and wanted to learn more. So, Darren had the drive to continue to write more stories.This third story teaches us more about Jenny and her daughter Abigail's lives and about the time it was set in.
Sharkabet, 2nd Edition
Swim through an ocean of facts and fun in Sharkabet, 2nd Edition, newly revised with updated facts and 9 brand new images that kids (and adults!) can sink their teeth into!Featuring Ray Troll's spectacular art, Sharkabet, 2nd Edition takes you through the ABCs of different shark varieties, both living and extinct, sharing fascinating and bizarre facts along the way. Colorful, eye-popping images accompany the catchy factoids, making this book a swimmingly good read.So dive in and learn more about these cartilaginous creatures swimming all around the world!
The Inner Bay of Fundy Colouring & Activity Book
Who doesn't love a colouring book? This book brings together contributions from dozens of collaborators-including scientists, fishers, and Indigenous Peoples-showcasing diverse knowledge and lived experiences. Designed to spark curiosity, encourage knowledge-sharing, and deepen appreciation for coastal and marine social-ecological systems, it offers content at varying levels to engage readers and artists alike. As a true 'choose your own adventure' experience, this book reveals new discoveries with each revisit.
A Field Guide to Summer
A Field Guide to Summer is a pocket-sized introduction to the summer season. Building on children's natural curiosity about the world around them, this book aims to establish a connection with nature at an early age that will go on to last a lifetime!Hunt for bugs, build your own sundial, identify different trees, and make your own flower crown. Discover how caterpillars transform into butterflies and why bees are so busy in summertime.This book features lyrical poems, hands-on crafts and activities, scientific facts, and identifier pages to help children find different animals and plants. Whether a child's access to nature is in the form of an urban park, a private garden, a field, or a forest, there is so much to discover and experience.
Think Like a Scientist
Science helps us understand the world around us, the universe and how to live safe and healthy lives. But what do scientists actually do? Think Like a Scientist teaches readers about the different kinds of scientists, what processes scientists use to do their work, how they solve problems and why it is important to communicate results clearly. The infographic-style pages break down essential scientific terminology (hypothesis, unethical, variable) and empower readers to think about the questions they have always wanted to ask. Colorful sidebars encourage readers to try their own research and scientific experiments, and fun examples, like how scientists learned how fast cheetahs could run, show the real-world applications of scientific theory. Learn how science is everywhere!
Chromosome Magic
Unlock the fascinating world of genetics with this accessible and engaging guide created especially for families navigating a 22q-related diagnosis.Chromosome Magic: The Science of 22q and You introduces children and their families to the basic concepts of chromosomes, genes, DNA, and the important role they play in shaping health, development, and overall well-being.Through clear explanations and vibrant illustrations, young readers will discover how deletions and duplications in genetic material on chromosome 22q can influence the human body and why differences in chromosome 22 matter.Designed for children aged 6 to 12 years, this resource provides an age-appropriate introduction to genetics, biology, and health sciences, promoting understanding, empowerment, and celebration of genetic diversity.Perfect for home education, family discussions, and educational settings, this book encourages curiosity, promotes scientific literacy, and fosters respectful conversations about genetic differences and diverse lived experiences.
Animals of the Forest Sticker Poster
Find tons of animal stickers and mess-free fun with this one-of-a-kind activity book and poster! Fill in the woodland scene with forest animal stickers and learn about moose, skunks, foxes, eagles, and more amazing animals along the way. When you've finished the project, you'll have a beautiful piece of art to display. How it works: Unfold the poster, which has spots outlined for each sticker. Complete the forest poster by putting all 50 animal stickers in the right spots. Discover fascinating facts about each animal as you go. Hang the finished forest poster on your wall!
Meet the Cephalopods
Are octopuses aliens? Are squids monsters of the sea? Will cuttlefish take over the world? Cephalopods include octopuses, squids, cuttlefish and nautiluses. These incredible and strange creatures that live deep in the sea have fascinated people for centuries. They have developed amazing abilities to help them survive, like squeezing through the smallest of openings, regrowing limbs, camouflaging with their surroundings in the blink of an eye and shooting dark ink into the faces of their enemies. Discover true stories of creatures from around the world, like Inky the octopus, the clever aquarium escape artist in New Zealand and the dangerous red devil giant squid of Mexico. Covering everything from anatomy and communication to habitat and personality, this book is a fact-filled dive into the ocean. Are you ready to meet the cephalopods?
The Gift of a Grandma
The Gift of a Grandma is a book that pays tribute to all of you grandmothers in the world and reminds you that you are loved and cherished.
Firefly Song
The Leaf Detective meets fireflies in this inspirational nonfiction picture book from Sibert Honoree Colleen Paeff about how one woman proved to scientists that the fireflies she had watched as a young girl put on dazzling and impossibly synchronous nighttime performances. Every year, Lynn spends her summers roaming the forests of the Great Smoky Mountains and watching the fireflies light up the night. As she gets older, she realizes there's something special about these Great Smoky fireflies. Each night they seem to perform a dazzling synchronized light show! She tries to learn more, but scientists tell her that synchronous fireflies don't exist in the western hemisphere. Lynn may not be a scientist, but she wonders like a scientist and pays attention like a scientist. She believes in herself and the silent song of the fireflies. With determination and hard work, Lynn sets out to convince the scientific community that she's right--and to tell the world about the beauty of the firefly show she's seen her entire life.
Ray
The dazzling Ray illuminates how light works--part of the Science Pals series, including Drop: An Adventure through the Water Cycle and Puff: All About Air Meet Ray. He's light! And he's been shining since time began. Wherever there's life on Earth, there's Ray, helping everything under the sun thrive. And Ray can really move--fast. Have you ever hurtled through space? Become a rainbow? Made food for plants? Ray has! With brilliant wit and sparkling one-liners, Ray introduces readers to a light show like no other. Filled with awe-inspiring artwork, funny asides, and a spotlight on kid-enticing facts, Ray invites us to bask in his warmth, as he illuminates our world. "[A] refreshing combination of charm and solid fact [and] a high-wattage spotlight on our most important power source." --Kirkus "[A] brilliant addition to the Science Pals series. . . . Every part of the book is packed with fascinating facts and tidbits. [Kids] will appreciate Moon's inviting approach." --Booklist
I, Rock
"Rockhounds will delight in finding out how rocks are born" (School Library Journal, starred review) in this charmingly funny and thoroughly informative nonfiction picture book told from the perspective of a proud four-billion-year-old rock. Rock tells his sensational, sometimes harrowing, sometimes hilarious, geological tale to a group of eager students. From his humble beginnings beneath Earth's crust, to a volcano blast that propelled him onto land, to the storms and earthquakes and dinosaur encounters and deep-sea adventures that finally bring him to the bottom of a student's shoe, come discover what makes Rock rock! Detailed informational sidebars and extensive backmatter are the cherry on top of this illuminating and accessible crash course in geology.
Color in Nature
Animals like rainbow-colored parrots, red-nosed mandrills and brilliant blue peacocks use their vibrant colors to survive. Golden finches, bright blue mandarin fish and orange poison dart frogs use their colors to get noticed. Arctic foxes and octopuses change their colors to blend into their habitats. Birds, mammals, frogs, fish, reptiles and insects use a full palette of color to defend themselves, hunt for food, attract mates, hide from predators and often to stand out from their rivals. But even with the power of color on their side, many of these species, their habitats and food sources are under threat. We need to conserve the entire spectrum of the animal world to maintain a healthy and colorful planet for all life on Earth. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.
Gone Forever?
The world is full of remarkable places. There's Antartica, the Amazon rainforest, the Gal獺pagos Islands and many more. There is so much to explore, but some of those places might not exist long enough for us to see and experience with our own eyes. The planet is changing and the consequences are devastating. Beautiful and ecologically important sites are burning, sinking, flooding, melting or are otherwise being destroyed because of human-caused global warming. But there is hope. Many environmental scientists say that if we do something now, we can reduce our impact on the planet. In Gone Forever?, take a trip around the world to discover the incredible places at risk and the many people who are using their unique skills to save them. Discover how making small changes can help safeguard these places for future generations and keep them on the map. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible. Praise for Erin Silver: ★ "Enthralling...Empowers readers to understand their own human coping mechanisms, while colorful, detailed images soaked in softly muted earth tones build a base of strong general knowledge. The challenge for readers young and old will be to see who says 'ew' first! A thoroughly engaging, fact-filled book with audacious and memorable animal responses to predators. A must-have for every library."--School Library Journal, starred review for Mighty Scared: The Amazing Ways Animals Defend Themselves
The Clever Kid’s Guide to Living with Dogs
Kids love dogs and dogs love kids, but sometimes things can go wrong and someone gets hurt. Written by a dog trainer, this book gives practical guidelines for how children should behave around dogs in a gentle and light-hearted way. Whether you are getting a dog or already have one, this book is a must-have for families, helping to ensure a safe and harmonious home for everyone.This rhyming instruction book for kids covers important rules such as not going near dogs when they are eating or sleeping, not hurting them by poking, pulling their ears and tail or by sitting/lying on top of them, and what happens if you run away from them squealing. This instills the importance of respecting and being fair to dogs, with clear guidance as to how to do just that.An "Information for Parents and Caregivers" section is included, which explains the reasons behind the rules, as well as the importance of adequate supervision.
Bailey Meets a New Friend
Bailey Meets a New Friend (Book 1 in the Bailey Boo Tales series) A heartwarming tale of Bailey Boo, who is feeling lonely until then she meets a new pup friend, called Ruby Roo, in the park. Adventures your children will adore.
AI for the Young Mind
Artificial intelligence (AI) has taken the world by storm with its potentially transformational capabilities. AI is unique in the sense that it can help humanity in a seemingly countless number of ways, unlike any other technology like it. This book delves into numerous applications of AI not only in current daily life, but also in the future. AI's potential is unfathomable, and it is important to understand the potential impact it can have on the world.
The Weedy Garden
This debut picture book from acclaimed and New York Times bestselling author Margaret Renkl--with collage illustrations by her brother, fine artist Billy Renkl--invites readers to observe and wonder about the various inhabitants in the vibrant ecosystem of a wildlife-friendly backyard garden. Features backmatter. If you were hungry squirrel in the weedy garden, where would you find an acorn? If you were a cottontail rabbit, where would you hide your bunnies? And if you were a child, sitting still and listening, what would the weedy garden say to you?Margaret Renkl, a beloved regular contributor to The New York Times and two-time recipient of the Southern Book Prize, writes beautifully about our changing natural world. In her debut picture book, she asks questions that draw young readers deeper and deeper into the garden, inviting observation and conversation along the way. Each page turn introduces a new plant or animal friend, buzzing and dancing with quiet wonder. The fine artist Billy Renkl, Margaret Renkl's brother and frequent collaborator, brings the weedy garden to life through his signature mixed-media collages. Includes backmatter with more information about the residents of the garden, eco-friendly gardening tips, and instructions on how to make your own collage art project at home or in school.With evergreen themes of patience and respect for the natural world, The Weedy Garden will appeal to readers of Plant the Tiny Seed, On Meadowview Street, and Peter Brown's The Curious Garden.
