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Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Puzzles and Projects is packed with fun, so grab your pencil and lets go! There are plenty of puzzles, hands-on projects with step-by-step instructions, comics, awesome facts and much more.Discover amazing things about the world around you. Explore everything from dinosaurs to volcanoes, animals to slime, and rockets to rainbows!Developed by the expert Double Helix team at CSIRO, who also brought you the Hands-On Science books. Puzzles and Projects offers hours of entertainment, sparked by the wonders of science, technology, engineering and maths.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 7-10. Grab a pencil and get working on fun brainteasers, quizzes, comics and experiments. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. A pocket reference that allows the non-specialist to identify major insect and arachnid pests found in stored cereal grains, grain products and grain legumes. It describes most storage pests found worldwide and provides concise information on the biology, distribution, damage and economic importance of each species.Each entry contains at least one colour photograph. The notes for each species tell the nature of the pest or beneficial and the commodity affected; temperature and humidity conditions at which the species can survive; optimum conditions at which eggs take the shortest time to develop into adults; and maximum population growth rate per month.This new edition has twice as many species in it and more detail on distribution, host range and pest status than the previous edition. Short introductory sections on insect biology, principles of control and concepts of pest status evaluation have also been added. Information on major insect and arachnid pests found in stored grain. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Gyan, Rachel (illustratore). Hardcover. Deep in the forest, an ancient wonder is about to be found. Descended from a family of trees going back 200 million years, the Wollemi pine has survived ice, fire and the passing of many generations.Will a bushfire be the final threat to this living fossil? And how will we protect it, now that everyone wants a dinosaur tree? How can we make sure the Wollemis secret location is not discovered and damaged?Wollemi: Saving a Dinosaur Tree explains the unique and critically endangered status of the Wollemi pine and explores what actions can be taken today to contribute to the conservation of this rare and beautiful tree.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 9.Shortlisted, The Wilderness Society Environment Award for Children's Literature 2024: Picture FictionNotable Book, The CBCA Eve Pownall Award for Information Books 2024Praise for Wollemi:"This great book should help to promote the value and importance of the Wollemi Pines."David Noble, the park ranger who found the Wollemi pine Deep in the Blue Mountains, an extraordinary ancient tree waits to be found. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Clifford, Ben (illustratore). Hardcover. Age range 6 to 9High in the Australian Alps, Possum faces the challenges of finding enough food and shelter to survive the harsh alpine winter. She will spend months hibernating under a blanket of snow. Will she last through the year to successfully raise a new family?The Mountain Pygmy-possum is a unique endangered species that's small in size but huge in appeal! Once thought to be extinct, there are now fewer than 2500 of these tiny survivors in the wild. They need snow and Bogong Moths to survive, and also support through great conservation work.Tiny Possum and the Migrating Moths is a lyrical adventure from former zoologist Julie Murphy and beautifully illustrated by Ben Clifford, which is perfect for primary-aged readers.Teachers' notes available here A beautiful story of the life of the critically endangered mountain pygmy-possum. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Rogerson, Alicia (illustratore). Hardcover. Age range 5 to 9You will find me where land meets sea.Saltmarshes are full of energy and life. They protect our coastlines, and provide food and shelter for migratory birds and microscopic plants and animals. Most of all, saltmarshes are places of discovery and wonder. With lyrical text and captivating illustrations Secrets of the Saltmarsh offers a close-up look at the fascinating world of saltmarsh wetlands. Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 59. Explore the fascinating world of saltmarsh wetlands in this lyrical and beautiful picture book. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hicks, Astred (illustratore). Hardcover. Age range 6 to 9A captivating story of the remarkable, but critically endangered, swift parrot - one of the fastest parrots in the world!Swifty grows from a hatchling to a fledgling in the blue-gum forests of Tasmania. She is then ready to make a challenging migration, following the blossom trail across Bass Strait to mainland south-eastern Australia.Swifty faces many threats and dangers, but she must return home. Will she make it?Fly with Swifty in this beautifully illustrated story, and learn how to spot a swift parrot and help protect them.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 9. Fly with Swifty on the swift parrot's challenging migration journey following the blossom trail. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Houghton, Suzanne (illustratore). Hardcover. Who is home in the hollow?Tree hollows are very special places that provide animals, both big and small, with a space to nest and feel safe.Explore life in a tree hollow in the Australian bush and meet the native creatures who come to call a hollow a home. You'll be surprised just how many choose to move in!You'll also discover the important role tree hollows play in the environment and how we can help protect them. Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.'In Australia almost 350 species of animal need a tree hollow for resting, nesting or hiding. This book is sure to pique curiosity, stimulate imagination, spark conversation and foster conservation, by illuminating the parade of diverse animals homed over the evolution of a single tree hollow. With dreamy illustrations and lyrical prose Life in a Hollow is sure to become a treasured go-to.' - Abbie Mitchell, author of A Hollow Is a Home (CSIRO Publishing, 2019) A lyrical story about the native animals who call a tree hollow in the Australian bush home. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Racklyeft, Jess (illustratore). Hardcover. The song of the regent honeyeater has been heard in the bush for many generations - but could it soon be lost forever?Regent's father had learnt the song from his father, who learnt it from his father too. But with Regent's species now facing extinction, there is no one around to teach him. Regent tries to mimic the sounds of different birds but without success.Will Regent learn his mating call before it's too late? Or will his ancient song be forgotten forever?Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.'The Regent Honeyeater, a stunning bird of Australia's woodlands, is in real trouble. A large recovery effort is underway to save the species, with a suite of recovery actions being implemented across their range. This book beautifully captures the essence of the bird and its environment, the current situation it finds itself in, and the work of the amazing team working to save them from extinction.' - Dean Ingwersen, Woodland Bird Program Leader and Regent Honeyeater recovery coordinator, BirdLife Australia A moving story of a Regent Honeyeater who forgets his song, and how he learns it again. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Teh, Julian (illustratore). Hardcover. The Plains-wanderer is unlike any other bird on Earth it's one of a kind!On the Trail of the Plains-wanderer tells the true story of one of Australia's most critically endangered bird species. This unique, quirky and precious bird faces many threats, but continues to survive against the odds. Discover more about this fascinating bird and see how people are providing hope for their future.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.Shortlisted, The Wilderness Society Environment Award for Children's Literature 2023: Non-FictionNotable Book, The CBCA Eve Pownall Award for Information Books 2023Certificate of Commendation, The Royal Zoological Society of NSW 2023 Whitley Awards: Children's Illustrator The story of the Plains-wanderer, a critically endangered Australian bird that is truly unique! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Crispe, Susannah (illustratore). Hardcover. Magpie has one job, one desire, one purpose: KEEP THE EGGS SAFE.Always on alert for danger, will Magpie's determination be enough when rock-carrying intruders arrive?Why do magpies swoop and why do we have such a fascination with them? Discover more about these clever, cheeky and charming songbirds through this delightful book.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9. A charming, cheeky story about a magpie with one very important job! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Houghton, Suzanne (illustratore). Hardcover. What do you know about wasps?There are wasps that shimmer in shades of bright blue and green. There are some without wings and some almost too tiny to see. Some capture spiders, while others nest in fruit or mud.With over 12 000 species found in Australia, Wonderful Wasps brings the beauty and importance of native wasps to life, and reminds us every creature matters in its own wonderful way.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.Shortlisted, The Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Awards 2023: 5 to 8 age category Explore the beauty of Australia's native wasps, and the important environmental role they play. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Racklyeft, Jess (illustratore). Hardcover. Earth's wildlife is nothing short of extraordinary. There are colour-changing chameleons in the forests of Madagascar and cliff-climbing goats in the European Alps. There are fluorescent fish in the depths of the Mariana Trench and wildfire-surviving echidnas in the Australian bush. Our World of Wild Wonders explores the unique animal species that inhabit our planet. Some mighty, some meek, but all wondrous in their own special way. Shall we go explore? Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9. Go on a wild journey to explore the unique and amazing animal species that inhabit our planet. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Racklyeft, Jess (illustratore). Hardcover. Our world is full of amazing natural wonders. From sparkling seas and towering trees, to valleys, lakes and waterfalls, there are extraordinary places that seem too magical to be true but can be found right here on planet Earth.There are ghostly green lights of the aurora borealis near the North Pole, and exquisite rainbow mountains in China. There is a lake in Australia so pink it looks like fairy floss, and giant crystal caves hidden below Mexico.These are just some of the incredible places you will discover in Our World Full of Wonder.Shall we go explore?Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.Shortlisted, The Wilderness Society Environment Award for Children's Literature 2025: Picture FictionShortlisted, The Speech Pathology Australia Book of the Year Awards 2025: 58 years Explore fascinating phenomena and places around the world in this vibrant picture book. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Teh, Julian (illustratore). Hardcover. Tap, tap, CRACK!Three stripy chicks hatch .After patiently incubating his mate's eggs, Cassowary Dad must raise the chicks alone. Cassowary Dad nurtures, teaches and protects his chicks. But looking after three chicks is not easy. When a cyclone tears through their rainforest home, will this devoted dad be able to save his family?A heart-warming tale about the magnificent Australian cassowary.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9. Follow Cassowary Dad as he nurtures his chicks and teaches them about their rainforest home. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Quinlan, Brenna (illustratore). Hardcover. When Olivia and Hamish see a smoky haze coming from their local park, they're ready to spring into action! But it's not a fire it's a nest of Australian stingless bees that needs their help.Join Olivia and Hamish as they learn about the bees in our backyards. From Blue-banded and Teddy Bear to Carpenter and Leaf-cutter bees, our two budding Bee Detectives discover how our native bees live, what they like to eat and the important work they do to pollinate plants.Explore the wonders of Australia's native bees and be inspired to become a Bee Detective, too. It's a real buzz!Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6-9.Certificate of Commendation, The Royal Zoological Society of NSW 2021 Whitley Awards: Investigative Zoology for Children Join these budding Bee Detectives as they explore the wonders of Australia's native bees. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Falkner, Jennifer (illustratore). Hardcover. Tardigrades are one of the toughest creatures in nature! These tiny little animals, nicknamed 'moss piglets' or 'water bears', have incredible survival superpowers.They've been found in astonishing places, from the top of a mountain to the bottom of an ocean. They've even survived a trip into space!Tardigrades: Nature's Toughest Survivors showcases these astounding little creatures and their remarkable ability to survive.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 9. Discover the survival superpowers of tardigrades, tiny little animals that are terrifically tough. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Houghton, Suzanne (illustratore). Hardcover. Australian frogs are fabulous frogs! Did you know that there are frogs who change colour? Or that there are frogs who would rather walk than jump, or can use their eyes to swallow food? And that some tadpoles can control when they turn into a frog?Fabulous Frogs is a celebration of Australian native frogs, and their fascinating features and behaviours.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9. Discover amazing Aussie amphibians in swamps, rainforests, deserts and our own backyards. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. Bigger is not always better. Sometimes the smallest of creatures can have the biggest impact even with dung!Explore the fascinating and incredibly important role that tiny dung beetles play in our environment. From pushing dung balls that can weigh up to 50 times more than they do, to recycling nutrients in our soil, these beetles are really quite exceptional!Written and illustrated by the award-winning Sandra Severgnini, Dung Beetle on a Roll is a delightful encounter with these small but important beetles.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9. Follow an intrepid dung beetle on his quest to roll the biggest and best dung ball ever! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Morris, Sylvia (illustratore). Hardcover. Millions of years ago, a small dinosaur slips and scrambles, before sinking into the earth. Her bones lie under the soil, slowly transforming into something wonderful. Then, one day, a miner spies a shimmer of blue and green.The Opal Dinosaur explores the amazing discovery of rare opalised bones. Follow the journey as the bones are found, forgotten and then finally identified as an exciting new dinosaur species.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9. The true story of the discovery of a new Australian dinosaur with very special bones. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Lane, Cindy (illustratore). Hardcover. As night-time nears, a world of creatures comes alive in our oceans.Settle in and explore the wonderful world under the waves, and see what animals do from sunset to sunrise. From penguins to sharks, giant squid and plankton, discover the fascinating after-dark lives of ocean creatures.Oceans at Night showcases the beauty and wonder of life below the sea, so dive deep and discover what happens while you sleep!Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.Certificate of Commendation, The Royal Zoological Society of NSW 2025 Whitley Awards: Best Childrens Illustrator Explore the wonderful world under the waves that comes alive at night. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Metcalfe, Samantha (illustratore). Hardcover. Age range 6 to 9Fire is a natural part of the Australian bush. This is a story about that relationship - fire that breathes life back into nature.Alight shares the story of Australian native plants and animals during a planned fire. Discover how the fire helps Christmas Bells grow new flowers and Wallum Banksia to open its woody seed capsules. Follow Antechinus and a tiny Wallum Sedge Frog as they face the danger of the fire - and the challenges that come after. See how the bush recovers and flourishes after the fire, all under the watch of Old Eucalypt.With engaging text by Sam Lloyd, and stunning illustrations by Samantha Metcalfe, Alight is a gentle exploration of the importance and benefits of healthy fire in the bush.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 9. Gently explores the importance of healthy fire to the plants and animals of Australia's bush. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Anastasia Izlesou (illustratore). Hardcover. Travel with Star (the Sun) as her light zips across 150 million kilometres of space from her home to Earth, where she ripens crops, keeps us warm, creates weather and reveals a waking world full of life.With rich language and enchanting art, Shine, Star, Shine! is written by Dom Conlon and illustrated by Anastasia Izlesou and features fascinating facts to inspire a love of science and the natural world.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 8. Follow the Sun's path in this lyrical journey to see how she touches all life on Earth. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. Nature's Sexual Spectrum is a celebration of the astonishing diversity of sexual behaviour, biology and reproduction found in nature. From penguins to primates, same-sex behaviours and courtship are more widespread in the natural world than many people realize, while how nature organizes sex is not always as straightforward as usually thought.Davis considers how, in many different organisms both animals and plants sexual reproduction and determination rely on a surprisingly complex interaction between genes, hormones, environment and chance. We meet turtles whose sex is determined by the incubation temperature of their eggs and butterflies that embody male and female biological tissue in the same organism. He also reveals animal and plant behaviours in nature that have previously either been covered up or explained away, and presents animal behaviours that challenge us to rethink our assumptions and prejudices. An entertaining and eye-opening exploration of the fascinating diversity found in nature. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Rogerson, Alicia (illustratore). Hardcover. When a bushfire destroys Potoroo's home, he becomes one of the last surviving Gilbert's Potoroos at Two Peoples Bay in Western Australia. Frightened, hurt and alone, Potoroo needs a new home somewhere safe from predators and with plenty of his favourite food. Luckily, a team of conservationists know where Potoroo can go to be safe.One Potoroo: A Story of Survival is a beautifully illustrated book about the world's most endangered marsupial, the Gilbert's Potoroo, and the conservation work that has kept this unique Australian alive.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 9.Shortlisted, The Wilderness Society Environment Award for Children's Literature 2022: Picture FictionNotable Book, The CBCA Eve Pownall Award for Information Books 2022Certificate of Commendation, The Royal Zoological Society of NSW 2022 Whitley Awards: Childrens Conservation Awareness A beautifully illustrated story about the conservation of the world's most endangered marsupial. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. If youve ever walked along a beach or rocky shore and peered, poked or wondered at the things cast upon it by the waves, this book is for you. Beaches are our windows to the ocean, and the objects we find on them tell stories about life, death and dynamic processes in the sea. Beachcombing will help you to understand what you find on beaches, and the intriguing reasons these objects and organisms have come to be there. Discover the fascinating stories behind what the oceans leave on our beaches. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. **Shortlisted for the 2023 Environment Award for Children's Literature**Age range 6 to 9Join Milly on her microlight adventure and discover how amazing and awesome migratory shorebirds are!In A Shorebird Flying Adventure you'll take a trip to the Arctic tundra and back. On the way you'll meet the birds who travel phenomenal distances every year and explore their precious wetland habitats and breeding grounds. Learn fascinating facts about their diet and find out Milly's top tips to tell one species from another. Grab your binoculars, hop on board and let's go bird watching! Strap in for a flying adventure, following the amazing journeys of Australia's migratory shorebirds. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Morris, Sylvia (illustratore). Hardcover. Bear is full of energy, which can lead to trouble until he finds his perfect role as a detection dog!When deadly bushfires sweep through the forest, Bear and his team must act fast. Will Bear be able to find and help save the wild koalas? Follow the true story of Bear as he finds his purpose for important conservation work.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9. Bear is full of energy, which can lead to trouble until he finds his perfect role as a detection dog! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. Sparkling, brightly coloured Christmas beetles usually appear in the heat of December - a sign that the festive season has begun.But recently they have been hard to find. We aren't seeing them in the eucalyptus trees, or dancing around lights at night. These shimmering, shiny beetles are disappearing from our summers. Where have they gone?Where Are All the Christmas Beetles? takes us on a lyrical discovery of these fascinating creatures and explores the possible reasons for their decrease in numbers.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9. Discover Australia's Christmas beetles and the mystery of why they are disappearing. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Berlach, Nicole (illustratore). Hardcover. Age range 6 to 9A tiny caterpillar begins its journey towards becoming a magnificent butterfly.The Butterfly and the Ants tells the wonderful true story of a butterfly's lifecycle. 'Blue' might seem an odd name for a small caterpillar, but follow him as he meets some welcoming ants, produces honey and undergoes an amazing transformation, and discover how he gets his name.Beautifully illustrated, The Butterfly and the Ants is an engaging introduction to the fascinating relationships between plants, butterflies and ants that happen all around us. Follow a caterpillar named Blue, as he lives out one of nature's everyday miracles. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.