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Paperback. Condition: 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. Condition: 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.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Morris, Sylvia (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Tribout, Rachel (illustrator). Hardcover. Have you ever seen a fish that could do a handstand?This is the story of a quirky and primitive little fish that is famous for two reasons: walking on its hands (pectoral fins), and being one of the first marine fish in the world to be listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.The Spotted Handfish has survived since the time of the dinosaurs until now. Invasive seastars, pollution and climate change mean that this unique Australian is in serious trouble hands up if you want to know more!Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6-10.Winner, The ACT Notable Awards, Children's 2020 (Big Press)Shortlisted, The CBCA Eve Pownall Award for Information Books 2021Shortlisted, The Wilderness Society Environment Award for Children's Literature 2021: Non-FictionCertificate of Commendation, The Royal Zoological Society of NSW 2021 Whitley Awards: Threatened Species Conservation for Children A beautiful picture book about a quirky little fish that is famous for walking on its 'hands'. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. This is a story about trees and fungi connected through a wood wide web told by one tiny fungal spore.A little fungus meets a baby cacao tree and they learn to feed each other. They cooperate with a forest of plants and a metropolis of microbes in the soil. But when drought strikes can they work together to survive?The fourth book in the Small Friends Books series, this science-adventure story explores the Earth-shaping partnerships between plants, fungi and bacteria.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 8-12. The story of a little fungus and a baby cacao tree who work together to survive drought. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Masciullo, Lucia (illustrator). Hardcover. On a quiet spring morning, something strange falls from the sky and lands on a small country town. Lucky watches as 'stars' rain down on the fields and farms, but just what are these unusual objects? And what will Lucky do with her own special find?Lucky's Star explores the fascinating true story of the Murchison meteorite. The pieces of space rock that were discovered in Murchison, Victoria, provided clues about the origins of life on Earth. Fragments from the meteorite contain the oldest material ever found stardust!Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9. On a quiet spring morning, something strange falls from the sky and lands on a small country town. Lucky watches as 'stars' rain down on the fields and farms, but just what are these unusual objects? And what will Lucky do with her own special find? Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hart, Cher (illustrator). Hardcover. Age range 8 to 12Explore the fascinating world of native Australian animals through the five basic senses sight, sound, smell, taste and touch.Covering more than 145 truly astounding animals from sharp-eyed whale sharks to sticky-bellied green tree frogs Sensational Australian Animals showcases the strange things these creatures can do with their eyes, ears, noses, mouths and skin! Meet birds that laugh, frogs that quack and fish that sing. Discover mammals that glow in the dark and seahorses disguised as seaweed. Be surprised by turtles that breathe through their bums and squirm at lizards that clean their eyes with their tongues. And then there's the dangerous creatures that bite and sting!Be intrigued, amazed and astonished by what insects, birds, spiders, fish and many other animals are capable of! Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 8 to 12. Discover the intriguing and astonishing things that these sensational Australian animals can do! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: 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. Condition: new. Plant, Andrew (illustrator). Hardcover. Follow in the giant footsteps of Diprotodon as he finds his place in the world. Explore his Ice Age environment, his encounters with other megafauna and the challenges he faces to survive.Diprotodon: A Megafauna Journey features the largest marsupial that ever lived. Brought to life through fabulous illustrations, this story will captivate and enthral readers.Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 6 to 9. Explore the Ice Age environment and its megafauna inhabitants in this captivating picture book. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Bury, Lois (illustrator). Hardcover. *CBCA 2022 Notable Book: Eve Pownall Award*Age range 6 to 9Can you imagine a strange and colourful fish that looks like a dragon? It can't fly or breathe fire, but it is an excellent dancer!The weedy seadragon is an amazing underwater fish with a talent for camouflage, weird eating habits and a unique courtship dance. But its habitat and future are threatened. This enchanting story takes you under the sea to meet this mysterious sea creature, and reveals its weird and wonderful ways.Written by Anne Morgan, and beautifully illustrated by Lois Bury, The Way of the Weedy Seadragon invites you to dive into the astonishing lives of one of the world's most curious sea creatures. Travel under the sea into the realm of the weird and wonderful weedy seadragon. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Age range 10 to 16Get ready to play (and learn!) with your food!Discover how electricity is made, learn about the inner workings of atoms and conduct experiments with making waves, and more. Become a Kitchen Scientist by grasping gases using a home-made hot air balloon, learning about light to recreate a rainbow and mastering momentum with model cars!The Physics of Popcorn uses applied science for a fun and interactive approach to learning for the whole family. Age range 9 to 14 Get ready to play (and learn!) with your food! Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Teh, Julian (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Clifford, Ben (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Hicks, Astred (illustrator). 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. Condition: 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. Condition: new. Gyan, Rachel (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Rogerson, Alicia (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Racklyeft, Jess (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Teh, Julian (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Houghton, Suzanne (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Racklyeft, Jess (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Racklyeft, Jess (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Quinlan, Brenna (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Houghton, Suzanne (illustrator). 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. Condition: 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. Condition: new. Lane, Cindy (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Metcalfe, Samantha (illustrator). 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. Condition: new. Rogerson, Alicia (illustrator). 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.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Anastasia Izlesou (illustrator). 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. Condition: 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.