Ninja Bandicoots and Turbo-Charged Wombats: Stories from Behind the Scenes at the Zoo by Hazel Flynn

$19.99 AUD

Category: Reference

Why does each koala in a zoo need 1000 trees? How do you check a Tree-kangaroo's pouch for joeys? Why is a wombat's poo square-shaped? And how do dogs help look after 'extinct' bandicoots? Discover all this and more, as we take you behind the scenes of a modern Australian zoo and animal hospital. Find out what it's really like to be a zookeeper and hear their funny and fascinating stories about the animals they look after - from the koala who regularly escapes her cage, to cheeky Tasmanian devil cubs nipping the keepers' ankles for food; and from Jess, the majestic wedge-tailed eagle, to tiny but precious frogs and skinks. These delightful and fascinating stories for children aged 9 to 12 reveal the essential role of zoos today, from preserving and rehabilitating endangered species to making groundbreaking scientific discoveries and uncovering more about how animals think. Packed full of fascinating facts, Ninja Bandicoots and Turbo-Charged Wombats is the perfect read for animal-loving kids. ...Show more

Happy, Healthy Minds by The School of Life

$39.99 AUD

Category: Reference

Our World - A First Book of Geography by Sue Lowell Gallion

$22.95 AUD

Category: Reference

A read-aloud introduction to geography for young children that, when opened and folded back, creates a freestanding globe Children are invited to identify and experience the Earth's amazing geography through rhyming verse and lush illustrations: from rivers, lakes, and oceans deep, to valleys, hills, a nd mountains steep. Secondary text offers more detailed, curriculum-focused facts and encourages readers to consider their own living environments, making the reading experience personal yet set within a global backdrop. This informative homage to Earth is sure to inspire readers to learn more about their planet - and to engage with the world around them. Ages 2-5 ...Show more

Big Ideas for Curious Minds: An Introduction to Philosophy by The School of Life

$35.00 AUD

Category: Reference

Children are, in many ways, born philosophers. Without prompting, they ask some of the largest questions: about time, mortality, happiness and the meaning of it all. Yet sadly, too often, this inborn curiosity is not developed and with age the questions fall away. This is a book designed to harness chil drens' spontaneous philosophical instinct and to develop it through introductions to some of the most vibrant and essential philosophical ideas of history. The book takes us to meet leading figures of philosophy from around the world and from all eras - and shows us how their ideas continue to matter. The book functions as an ideal introduction to philosophy as well as a charming way to open up conversations between adults and children about the biggest questions we all face. ...Show more

Everything You Need to Ace Computer Science and Coding in One Big Fat Notebook - UK Edition by Grant Smith

$24.99 AUD

Category: Reference | Series: Big Fat Notebook Ser.

Released just three years ago, The Big Fat Notebooks revolutionised the study guide for upper-middle-grade readers, and students, parents, and teachers responded - the series has nearly 4 million copies in print with sales escalating every year. Now introducing Everything You Need to Ace Computer Science and Coding, an essential new title with the potential to run hand-in-hand with - or even outrun - Math (over 1.3 million copies in print) and Science (925,000 copies in print) as the next critical STEM companion. Instruction is presented in the simple but powerful format of the previous Big Fat Notebooks. The key concepts of coding and computer science easily digested and summarised, with critical ideas clearly explained, doodles that illuminate tricky concepts, and quizzes to recap it all. Kids will explore the concepts of computer science, learn how websites are designed and created, and understand the fundamentals of coding with Scratch, Python, HTML, and CSS. Written by Grant Smith, a computer science education expert - and vetted by an award-winning computer-science teacher - this Big Fat Notebook is for every student who is either taking computer science in school or is a passionate code warrior ...Show more

Animals in the Sky by Sara Gillingham

$19.95 AUD

Category: Reference

A graphically stunning introduction to constellations for the youngest readers, following the meteoric rise of global bestseller Seeing Stars This stylish, informative board book helps younger children identify six of the most recognizable animal constellations from The Great Bear to the The Southern F ish. Each constellation is introduced as a cluster of stars with its connected-line shape; readers then guess the animal through a series of read-aloud clues. A full animal illustration gatefold reveals the answer, accompanied by extra information about the constellation and its important stars. Perfect for bedtime stargazing Ages 2-4 ...Show more

Australian Sea Life (HB) by Matt Chun

$29.99 AUD

Category: Reference

In this stunning companion to Australian Birds, Matt Chun takes to the oceans to explore Australia's most fascinating sea creatures, from the great white shark to the tiny soldier crab.  Matt Chun's unique way of rendering our natural world will spark young readers' imaginations and evoke awe in all nature enthusiasts. ...Show more

The Big Book of Bugs by Yuval Zommer; Barbara Taylor

$29.99 AUD

Category: Reference

In the first pages, children learn that bugs live nearly everywhere on the planet and gain tips on how to become a young bug spotter. As the book continues, the scenic compositions on each page are dedicated to key groups of bugs, including beetles, moths, butterflies, bees, snails, crickets, grasshoppe rs, worms, and spiders. Some spreads approach the world of bugs thematically, such as bugs that come out at night, baby bugs, and life cycles, how bugs hide and show off, and how some bugs love to live in your home. The conversational, funny text is also full of facts that will astonish children and adults, and accompanied by Yuval Zommer's colorful illustrations. ...Show more

You Choose AFL: Footy Fever by George Ivanoff

$14.99 AUD

Category: Reference

A series of interactive novels for the highly adventurous. Read if you dare! Mistakes will cost you dearly! You Choose . . . Aussie Rules superstar or total footy flop! You're a huge Aussie Rules fan with dreams of playing for your favourite team. But along the way to AFL stardom there are many obsta cles to overcome. Footy-busting ninjas are out to stop you, grumbling old men are plotting the demise of the game and there are mascots on the loose . . . Will you play your way to AFL glory, or will it be a speccy-tacular disaster? ...Show more

Rebel Dogs! Heroic Tales of Trusty Hounds by Kimberlie Hamilton

$19.99 AUD

Category: Reference

Tail-wagging tales of real-life Rebel Dogs! Get your paws on the stories and secrets of some of history's most heroic hounds! An engaging collection packed with over 30 real-life dogs, including film stars with fur, hounds that love to help, superstars of scienceand war heroes- these rebel dogs are the stars of their own stories. With incredible fur-raising factson record-making dogs, marvellous mutts in literature, internet-sensation pups and much, much more - this beautiful book is perfect for pup fans of any age. Rebel Dogsis the perfect gift for any pup lover, all year round! ...Show more

One Day on Our Blue Planet 4: In the Ocean by Ella Bailey

$16.99 AUD

Category: Reference

Praise for the series: 'Beautifully presented non-fiction for young children, combining a gentle narrative with lots of facts' - The Bookseller The series focused on the way our young animal friends spend a day continues with an adventurous dolphin calf, as she explores the vast Pacific Ocean with her m other and meets the many wonderful water-dwelling creatures that live there.'A stylish series' - The New York Times ...Show more

I Am A Rebel Girl: A Journal to Start Revolutions by Francesca Cavallo & Elena Favilli

$32.95 AUD

Category: Reference | Series: Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls

From the creators of the sensational book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls, comes an exciting new title: I Am a Rebel Girl: A Journal to Start Revolutions. Designed for girls of all ages looking to explore and train their rebel spirit, I Am a Rebel Girl is filled with activities that cha llenge perspective, induce thought, and prompt action. Write love notes to your favorite body parts, draw yourself climbing a mountain, write a letter to an elected representative and interact with the beautiful, original artwork developed by the female artists who illustrated the iconic Rebel Girls books. I Am a Rebel Girl is the perfect companion to the book series. It is an action plan that creates space for BIG ideas and it helps girls develop the tools they need to lead the revolution of our time. With a stunning cover that begs to be personalized, fun stickers and an extraordinary print quality, I Am a Rebel Girl is a captivating object, sure to excite the millions of fans Rebel Girls has gained all around the world and to open up the Rebel Girls' universe to new audiences. With original artwork by the female artists who illustrated the iconic Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls books,  I Am a Rebel Girl will help all the rebel girls in your life embrace their own potential with joy and determination and become agents of change. ...Show more