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Australian Book Retailer of the Year 2021
Joanna Brundle
People in Thailand celebrate New Year with a special water festival, called Songkran. Hopscotch is thought to have started in China but is now played all over the world. Around…
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Did you know that Indian children play a board game called Goats and Tigers? The tigers have to capture other players’ goats. Find out more in Toys from around the…
Did you know that the first teddy bear was made in 1902? Teddy bears are named after the U.S. president Teddy Roosevelt. Find out more in Toys from the Past…
What leads to one fainting or having a seizure can be quite serious. Witnessing or experiencing either of these health issues can also be very scary. In this book, young…
The scale of things means how one thing compares in size to another. In this book, appealing illustrations help kids understand scale by comparing objects in the solar system by…
What is it like getting caught in a hurricane or a tornado? How does Earth s geography recover after enduring such disastrous weather? Questions such as these are answered in…
Rivers and mountains are both critical parts of Earth’s geography. This accessible text discusses how rivers and mountains form, how they interact with the weather, how they change over time…
All children love to play. How does playtime differ for children from different countries? How is it the same? Readers are exposed to a wide range of interesting sports and…
Most things that you own were invented by someone. From bicycles to computers, they all started as just a tiny idea in someone else's mind. Learn about how many everyday…
Previously published: BookLife Publishing, 2020.
The scale of things means how one thing compares in size to another. In this book, appealing illustrations help kids understand scale by comparing many different kinds of animals by…
What do pilots, math teachers, video game programmers, and bankers have in common? All of these workers use math as part of their career! This book introduces readers to many…
Would you like a job as a zoologist or marine biologist? What about a career in pharmacy or food science? This book presents readers with exciting information about different careers…
We come in contact with germs everywhere: the store, school, and in our homes. Not all bacteria make us sick, but those that do can be combatted with antibiotics. First…
Measuring is a challenging math skill, but it is also an important one. Early learners are introduced to basic measurement concepts that they can explore on their own or with…
What comes next? This is a common question when dealing with patterns, and readers learn how to find out the answer as they explore fresh and fun examples of patterns…
Sometimes accidents happen and people get hurt. But that’s no reason to panic! In this book, young readers are given the information to deal with and even help in a…
The science of space can be exciting, but it can also be overwhelming, especially for young readers. In this age-appropriate look at the study of space, complex ideas are simplified…
What do you want to be when you grow up? There are lots of fun and exciting jobs to choose from. You can be anything you want to be, from…
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These colourful and vibrant titles take A Look At Life Around The World. Young readers can explore how other people work play learn and live in this diverse and fascinating…
Discusses erosion and sinkholes, including different kinds of erosion, different kinds of sinkholes, how humans affect both, and impacts on wildlife.
What is the hottest temperature recorded on earthHow does the jet stream affect our weatherWhat causes coral bleachingHow do drones put out forest firesHeatwaves and Wildfires…
When landslides and avalanches happen, they leave a trail of destruction in their paths. Readers get a front row seat to these natural disasters and learn how they affect wildlife…
The destruction caused by tsunamis and floods not only affects Earth’s geography, but also the people, plants, and animals present in the areas directly affected. Why do these natural disasters…
Discovery and development of the technology we use today to save lives through medicine. Includes historic medicine as well as where medical technology is heading in the future. A perfect…
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Describes the physical characteristics, habitat, and types of echinoderms.
Where does life begin and how does it grow Follow your animal guides as they learn how to make a baby. They will need to know all about life cycles…
These colourful and vibrant titles take A Look at Life Around the World. Young readers can explore how other people work play learn and live in this diverse and informative…
Do you know what to do if one of your friends injures themselves or becomes ill It’s time to take your first steps into learning first aid. Whether your friend…
Age range 5 to 11 With this series, you will able to impress your friends with extreme facts on all things science. Discover mind-blowing statistics and hair-raising truths that will…
How long is a blue whaleWere the dinosaurs really that bigFrom atoms to planets and towers to T. rex come with us as we take you through everything…
Age range 5 to 11 With this series, you will be able to impress your friends with extreme facts on all things science. Discover mind-blowing statistics and hair-raising truths that…
While some people are afraid of spiders and scorpions, others are fascinated by these … creatures, which are both part of the arachnid family. Readers [will here] … learn about…
