CHILDRENS BOOKS

Bush Tukka Guide for Kids by Samantha Martin is a kid-friendly Australian nature book that opens young readers’ eyes to the flavours, plants and practical know-how of bush foods. Adapted from Martin’s bestselling Bush Tukka Guide, it shares what she learned from her mother and Aboriginal Elders, with a respectful focus on caring for Country and learning from First Nations knowledge. Inside, kids discover how to hunt, gather and forage safely, how to identify edible native plants, and how bush resources can be used as food, tools and medicine. Along the way you’ll meet favourites like Davidson’s plum, mountain bush pepper and sandpaper fig, plus get ideas for starting a bush tukka garden at home or school. There are also genuinely doable recipes, from lemon myrtle damper to kangaroo burgers and caramelised cluster figs with ice-cream. Perfect for curious kids, families who love cooking together, and classrooms exploring Australian bushcraft and native foods. Add it to your shelves and start tasting Country.

Australia’s Most Freaky by Australian Geographic is a lively, kid-friendly wildlife book that celebrates the wonderfully weird side of our continent’s fauna. If your readers love animal facts, striking photography and those “wait, is that real?” moments, this one’s hard to put down. Inside, you’ll meet air-breathing fish, frogs that carry their young in pouches, and other standout species with unusual adaptations, bold colours and surprising behaviours. It ranges across marine life, insects and even prehistoric creatures, with plenty of camouflage, odd body shapes and clever survival tricks along the way. Detailed illustrations and crisp photos make it easy to browse, while bite-sized captions keep the learning fun. Perfect for curious kids, families planning a national parks trip, classrooms, and anyone building an Australian wildlife collection. Add it to your shelf for an entertaining deep-dive into Australia’s most extraordinary animals.

A children's version of the global bestseller The Anxious Generation  Packed with facts, stories, and secrets that tech leaders don't want you to know, this book invites kids to step back from their screens and discover how capable, confident and adventurous they can be in the real world. The Anxious Generation started a world-changing conversation about the effects of smartphones and social media on young people.  Now bestselling authors Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price have teamed up to talk directly to kids, showing them it's possible to live a fulfilling smartphone-free life.  Featuring a practical Tech Rebel Reset strategy, the book will show children how to-<ul><li>Break free from their phones</li><li>Create more freedom in their day</li><li>Re-discover the joy of screen-free adventures.</li></ul>It can help them be amazing.

A Cat Called Trim: Voyages Around Australia And The World With Matthew Flinders by Corinne Fenton and Craig Smith is a richly illustrated children’s picture book that brings Australian history to life through the bright-eyed gaze of a ship’s cat. Meet Trim, the bold and lovable companion of explorer Matthew Flinders, as he sails across oceans and along Australia’s coastline during the first circumnavigation of the continent. With a gentle sense of adventure and plenty of warmth, this story captures life at sea, the thrill of discovery and the bonds that form on long voyages—without losing sight of the small details young readers adore. Perfect for families seeking engaging historical fiction, classroom reading aloud, and kids who love cats, ships and true stories from the Age of Exploration. Add this one to your shelf for a comforting adventure worth revisiting.

Knowledge Encyclopedia Dinosaur! An updated edition of the best-selling children's dinosaur encyclopedia.Journey back to the Mesozoic Era, when fearsome dinosaurs roamed the land, menacing pterosaurs patrolled the skies, and the seas were filled with awesome reptiles.See every type of prehistoric animal in unprecedented detail and with stunning realism. Find out how these fascinating creatures lived, why they died out, and what their fossil traces tell us.This fully revised edition of Knowledge Encyclopedia - Dinosaur! is loaded with more than 60 prehistoric creatures, from the age of dinosaurs to the Ice Age. Did you know that Velociraptor had three "killer claws" on each foot to hunt down prey? Or that Diplodocus was as long as three school buses? Would you believe that the ocean monster Otodus megalodon could bite six times harder than today's great white shark? Packed with jaw-dropping 3D images and cutting-edge science, this fact-filled book is bursting with dinosaur knowledge.

The Magnificent Book Of Extinct Animals Learn about 36 amazing animals that once shared our planet in this beautifully illustrated reference book, filled with fascinating facts.The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals explores some of the most captivating creatures to have once shared our planet. From the giant moa and the dodo to the black rhino and the Pinta Island tortoise, the animals in The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals book have all disappeared due to the actions of humankind.The animals’ stories demonstrate the fragility of life on Earth, and inspire young readers to take action to protect the environment and preserve endangered animals. 36 EXTINCT ANIMALS: Learn about dozens of animals, from the giant moa to the dodo to the black rhino.STUNNING ILLUSTRATIONS: Vibrant, detailed images vividly bring long-lost and recently extinct animal species back to life.FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of fascinating facts about dozens of animals.ENVIRONMENTAL EMPHASIS: Encourages young readers to help protect threatened species.MAP OF THE ANIMAL WORLD: Includes a beautiful full-color map that shows where in the world each animal called home.COLLECT THE SERIES: More fascinating compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Birds, The Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Insects and Spiders, and more!

The Magnificent Book Of Butterflies & Moths Travel all round the world to meet 36 magnificent butterflies and moths in this beautifully illustrated reference book filled with fascinating facts.Take a journey through flower-filled meadows, dusky woodlands, and steamy rainforests to find 36 magnificent butterflies and moths, from the delicate glasswing butterfly to the mighty Hercules moth.Find out which butterfly has the biggest wingspan and how the red cracker butterfly got its name. Learn how these insects undergo an amazing transformation, turning from a voraciously munching caterpillar into a magnificent butterfly or moth. Discover how eyespots on the wings of the peacock butterfly scare off predators, and why its bright colors send a message that it is poisonous to eat. Witness the monarch butterfly emerging from its pupa and the tawny coster laying its eggs. Spot the orange oakleaf butterfly as it folds up its wings to look like a dead autumn leaf, and marvel at the prickly spines of the tiger moth “woolly bear” caterpillar. With full-color, poster-sized illustrations accompanied by intriguing facts, this is the ideal reference for lovers of these incredible insects.36 BUTTERFLIES AND MOTHS: Learn about dozens of butterflies and moths, from the fluttering paper kite butterfly to the cleverly camouflaged oleander hawk moth.BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images bring these fascinating and beautiful insects to life.FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of illuminating facts in an easy-to-read format that will enthrall insect-lovers of all ages.MAP OF THE BUTTERFLY AND MOTH WORLD: A full-page map shows where each butterfly or moth is found.COLLECT THE SERIES: More beautifully illustrated compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Cats, The Magnificent Book of Birds, The Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Extinct Animals, and The Magnificent Book of Sharks.

Adventure Awaits: The Beginner's Guide To The Great OutdoorsCONQUER THE WILDERNESSCalling adventurers of all ages! Navigate the challenges and wonders of nature with confidence with this handy guide to braving the great outdoors.Experienced survivalist, global adventurer, and stuntwoman Ky Furneaux (featured on Discovery’s Naked and Afraid) has spent her life exploring some of the most remote corners of the earth and has personally tested each bit of knowledge in this book. Adventure Awaits is packed with practical advice, real-life stories, practice activities, a 100-question “Would You Survive” quiz, and step-by-step instructions on topics such as:- Shelter- Water- Food- Knives- Fire- Rescue- Basic wilderness first aidWhether you are planning a weekend camping trip or simply want to be prepared for whatever life throws your way, Adventure Awaits enables you to experience everything the world has to offer.

Eyewonder Rainforest Spark the love of learning with this picture-packed guide to Earth's rainforests for children aged 5-7Explore Earth's rainforests with this fully updated edition of Eyewonder Rainforests for children aged 5-7.What lies hidden under the canopy of dense rainforests? Learn all about this magical world where lush green plants and tall trees grow in dark places with fast-flowing rivers, all of which are home to some of the most unusual animals and plants on Earth. Find out why we need these forests and how we can help them survive. Plus, activities such as "Who am I" and a maze puzzle will keep you entertained for a long time.DK's best-selling Eyewonder series has been refreshed for the next generation of young readers. Stay-at-home explorers will feel inspired by the dramatic photographs, up-to-date information and fact-packed pages, and a brand-new "eyewonder" feature showcasing extraordinary rainforest stories. This book is perfect for all curious young minds; brilliant for homework and school projects, or just for fun!

All The World'S Your Stage Shakespeare For TodayEight exciting Shakespeare retellings, alongside the story of his life and the history of Tudor London, all beautifully illustrated. Introduce your child to the work of Shakespeare in this gorgeous treasury for all the family to enjoy. By expertly reimagining eight of the bard's most famous plays, Farah Karim-Cooper breathes new life into these well-loved works. With insightful and engaging storytelling combined with historical context and key themes for each play, readers will discover how Shakespeare gives us tools to think about the world today - and realize that Shakespeare really is for everyone.Including kid-friendly summaries of: - Romeo and Juliet- Macbeth- The Tragedy of Hamlet, the Prince of Denmark- A Midsummer Night's Dream- As You Like It- The Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of Venice- The Tempest- The Merchant of Venice

Norse Myths, Monsters, and Viking VoyagesA vivid comic-strip retelling of the greatest Norse myths.

An Anthology Of Christmas Celebrate the natural wonders of Christmas in this gorgeous gift book packed with stunning photography and festive illustrationsThis latest title in the hugely popular Anthology series is a treasure-trove of Christmassy facts from the natural world - each with their unique story to tell - from why the traditional Christmas tree is usually a pine, spruce or fir to the Yule Goat, a lively character found throughout Scandinavia who likes to demand gifts!Stunning photography and gorgeous illustrations complement storybook descriptions about each example, and children can uncover hundreds of fascinating facts as they read. Did you know that the custom of kissing under the mistletoe originates from Norse mythology, or that the Christmas wreath has its origins from ancient times when people hung evergreen boughs over their doors and windows?With foil on the cover, gilded edges, and a ribbon for keeping your place, An Anthology of Christmas makes an attractive gift for any child who can't get enough of the festival of Christmas, but with a unique, quirky approach - and it's perfect for young readers to explore by themselves or for bedtime stories.

This Big Pop StarMeet the most influential pop stars who inspire fans to sing,dance, and follow their musical dreams in this board bookstarting off the sparkling new line from the creators of thebeloved This Little series that features larger-than-lifemusicians!This exciting board book full of fun, age-appropriate factsand bold illustrations teaches little ones about big musiciansof pop music history, including Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, BillieEilish, Olivia Rodrigo, Harry Styles, Prince, Lady Gaga, andso many more shining stars!

TitanicA picture-packed guide to the Titanic, from its incredible construction, catastrophic sinking, and lasting legacy.Travel back to the year 1912 and experience the tragic tale of the world's most famous and luxurious liner.This book tells the story of Titanic's fateful maiden voyage from Southampton, UK, to New York City. Learn what life was like for people on board before the supposedly unsinkable ship hit an iceberg and ended up beneath the dark waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Read survival stories from the epic rescue mission and find out what happened to the captain, crew, and passengers. See the ship's treasures that lay undiscovered for years.This museum in a book uses striking full-colour photographs and illustrations to expertly show the people, objects, and events on board the Titanic. Infographics, statistics, and timelines explain the disaster as it happened.Part of DK's best-selling Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature - fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.

My Book Of Gymnastics Learn your back springs from your bridges in this first gymnastics book for young fans and future Olympians.Learn your back springs from your bridges in this first gymnastics book for young fans and future Olympians.Meet the stars of the gymnastic world in this sports book, from Simone Biles to Max Whitlock, and find out how they train and perfect routines to take to the floor and wow the judging panel.With tons of photos and step-by-step illustrations, this book breaks down some of the complicated moves used in gymnastics routines, covering both simple and high-level gymnastics. Parallel bars, the pommel horse, and other key pieces of equipment are profiled alongside how they're used. The differences between rhythmic, acrobatic, and artistic gymnastics are explained with the help of exciting photos of expert gymnasts. Introducing world-champion individuals and international teams, this guide is great for kids that are obsessed with gymnastics.