CHILDRENS BOOKS

OtherlandsA fully illustrated retelling of the sensational Otherlands - welcome to the ultimate journey into Earth's distant past.Watch thundering herds of dinosaurs crash through thick forests.Dive into a sea of glass reefs, emerging from the water to see monkeys fighting for survival on an accidental raft . . .Travel millions of years into the past, to when dinosaurs and woolly mammoths roamed the earth.Find out how plants and trees and creatures great and small shared a world very different from our own.And uncover the footprints they left behind . . .Starting with the last ice age and ending when the very first animals started to swim and hunt, this illustrated journey back through time is adapted from the bestselling Otherlands by Thomas Halliday. It is written by the author, with illustrations by Gavin Scott.

World's Most Incredible Animals Encounter the world's most incredible animals in this easy-to-read, all-in-one reference book!You'll meet the deadliest, weirdest, rarest, and most extreme animals from every corner of the globe, from the fearsome Bengal tiger, to the elusive kakapo and the ancient South American tapir.Dive in and discover the breadth and diversity of the animal kingdom, and learn how to survive encounters with dangerous animals, interact with native wildlife, spot a bumblebee bat from a distance and protect endangered species.Packed full of detailed illustrations, beautiful images from Australian Geographic, interesting fact files and information about what a huge variety of animals eat, where they live, what their eggs look like and much more!

Australia's Most Dangerous AnimalsWhether biting, stinging or slashing, Australia has some of the most dangerous animals in the world. Get a closer look at our most venomous snakes and spiders, watch out for our poisonous creepy-crawlies and beware of the sharks swimming beneath the surface.Discover how to survive an encounter with these animals as you learn about how poisons and venoms work and how stings and bites are treated.- Packed full of detailed illustrations, beautiful images from Australian Geographic, interesting fact files, and information on what these animals eat, where they live, and much more!

An Anthology Of Stargazing A beautiful field guide featuring informative notes, spectacular photographs, and colourful illustrations of twinkling constellations and asterismsFind out how to identify, where to find, and what to know about the different constellations and asterisms with this gorgeous field guide.Transportable in size yet bursting with information, this captivating beginner's field guide showcases a dazzling array of constellations from the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Learn all about the intricate star patterns, the brightest stars, fascinating asterisms, and the legends woven through the night sky.Featuring mesmerizing photographs and vibrant illustrations by the artist behind DK's bestselling Anthology series, as well as plenty of intriguing information, this book will be a delight for young stargazers eager to uncover the secrets of the stars.

Star Wars Encyclopedia Of Starfighters And Other VehiclesUpdated edition with six more years of vehicles from new Star Wars movies and live and animated TV seriesWhat's the difference between a B-wing and an X-wing starfighter? How many legs does an AT-OT walker have? And just how fast can the Millennium Falcon fly?This updated edition covers more than 230 vehicles from Star Wars movies and TV series, now including The Rise of Skywalker, The Mandalorian, Young Jedi Adventures, and more! From enormous Sith Star Destroyers to Kylo Ren's TIE whisper to Din Djarin's shiny N-1 starfighter, learn all about your favourite modes of transportation from a galaxy far, far away, featuring more than 70 new vehicles.Easy to navigate, with contents broken down by categories like land, sea, air, and space, and packed with informative stats regarding manufacturers, models, dimensions, and so much more, the Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles has it all. Fans of all ages, get ready to buckle up and zoom away with this in-depth guide to the best and most popular rides!& ™ 2024 Lucasfilm Ltd.

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.

Things Scientists Don't Know YetExamining the questions that we DON'T know the answers to!Have you ever wondered how life began or how the universe will end? Things Scientists Don't Know Yet explores science's biggest unsolved mysteries, taking readers on an exciting voyage through space, the animal kingdom, and even the human body.From whether aliens exist to why we get hiccups, this book sheds light on fascinating questions that are still unanswered.With stunning facts and fun science, this book is packed with the latest scientific developments and captivating topics including the dinosaurs and time travel. Young readers will not only marvel at what science is yet to solve, but also learn how the scientific process works - step by step - through experiments, collaboration, and persistence.Perfect for budding scientists or children who are curious about the world, this is the ultimate guide to the mysteries that keep scientists awake at night!

Star Wars The Blueprints Discover the plans and workings of some of Star Wars' greatest technical achievementsA magnificent showcase of the production drawings of star ships, vehicles, weapons, droids, and props from the Star Wars galaxy.Drawing on unprecedented access to the Lucasfilm Archives, this deluxe volume reveals and celebrates the spectacular work of the technical artists and designers who conceived the unforgettable look and feel of the Star Wars galaxy.Encompassing a wealth of material from Episode I- The Phantom Menace to Episode IX- The Rise of Skywalker, this impressive new edition catalogs the entire Skywalker Saga in stunning detail, featuring rarely and never-before-released behind-the-scenes content. With 10 gatefolded artworks showcasing the elaborate details of these iconic designs, this book is an essential addition for any Star Wars enthusiast.& TM 2024 LUCASFILM LTD.

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.

Disasters: Seriously Deadly Facts About Natural DisastersThis book is packed with unbelievable photos, eyewitness accounts, and simple scientific explanations with diagrams to help you understand the incredible forces at work around the globe.

Shevolution: Celebrating Girl Power Throughout HistoryThere is a beginning to every story and this story begins with a woman. Everyone alive on the planet today can trace their ancestry back to just one person—we call her Mitochondrial Eve. But who would she have been, what would her life have been like? And what has happened for her billions of descendants?A whistlestop tour through prehistory, history and on to the future, Shevolution spans an extraordinary 200,000 years, following the journeys of the female pioneers who have shaped us all. And all can trace back to our shared relative and the origin of our Shevolution.