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Charles Darwin (Little People, Big Dreams) by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara;

$23.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction | Series: Little People, Big Dreams

Part of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Charles Darwin tells the inspiring story of this world-renowned naturalist.   From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Charles Darwin, the scientist who changed the way people see the world. Although he didn't do very well at school, Charles Darwin was passionately curious about wildlife, humans and plants. After a journey to South America, he developed his landmark theory: that all living things are related. Today, he is regarded as one of the most brilliant scientists who ever lived, and a hero to those who dare to think differently. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the iconic naturalist's life. ...Show more

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Prince (Little People, Big Dreams) by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara

$23.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction | Series: Little People, Big Dreams

Part of the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Prince tells the inspiring story of this world-renowned singer-songwriter. In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Prince, one of the most iconic performers in music history. From a young age, Prince was obsessed with music. Even though he couldn't read it, his talent - whether on piano, drums, guitar or vocals - turned him into an icon. Combining funk, disco, soul and almost every other genre out there, his songs are some of the best-loved all around the world. Prince knew that he didn't have to be like anyone else to be a star - and there was no one quite like Prince. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the music legend's life. ...Show more

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Atlas of Great Journeys by Philip Steele

$40.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction

The Atlas of Great Journeysallows readers to follow in the footsteps of the most daring adventurers as they set out to explore the unknown. Fascinating original map illustrations show the world's greatest journeys, and lavishly illustrated fact pages tell the stories of each expedition - what dangers th ey faced, how long they travelled, and much more. As well as amazing illustrated maps and stories, this book has a unique Augmented Reality component that magically brings these journeys to life. Use your tablet or phone on each map spread to trace the routes they took and read about every stage of their journeys. ...Show more

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My Book of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life by DK

$30.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction

Travel back in time to find out about the fantastical wildlife that lived on Earth before we did. From the first living cells to fearsome dinosaurs and giant mammals, take a journey through prehistory to find out about the supersized, the scary, and the downright bizarre animals and plants that inhabit ed Earth in ancient times. Broken down by animal or plant type, there are profiles on more than 40 key species. With famous favourites such as mighty Tyrannosaurus and huge woolly mammoths, as well as lesser-known organisms, including five-eyed Opabinia and aeroplane-sized pterosaur Quetzalcoatlus, children won't fail to be captivated by the amazing range of beasts on display.Learn about the primeval world itself and how the Earth has changed over time, why fossils form, and the arrival of early humans. Detailed artworks bring the past to life, while pronunciation guides help with tricky names, and a visual index provides a quick overview of every species in the book.My Book of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life is an ideal first book about early plants and animals, and is sure to be a hit with fact-obsessed young fans of all things dinosaurs and other prehistoric life. ...Show more

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Children's Picture Atlas by Terry Burton

$20.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction

Designed to introduce young children to the world in which we live, this is a fun and informative introduction to the countries of the world. Twenty-one pictorial maps, each accompanied by fact-packed accessible text, show landforms and cultural, industrial and agricultural features for each country. Ch ildren will love poring over these busy maps and searching the detailed pictures to discover more about each country. ...Show more

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The Bird Atlas by Barbara Taylor; Richard Orr (Illustrator)

$37.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction

Explore the world of birds with this highly-illustrated children's atlas.Which bird migrates the furthest? How do birds find a mate? What can we do to help endangered birds? Fully updated for its 25th anniversary, The Bird Atlas answers all these questions and more.This lavishly illustrated atlas for ch ildren is not your average guide to birds. It takes children on a tour, continent by continent, to meet the birds of the world. Within each section, the book travels through different biomes, such as mountains, deserts, and rivers; and specific regions, from the Mediterranean to the Everglades, Galapagos, and Himalayas.The Bird Atlas is packed with beautiful, life-like illustrations of birds from all over the world, with maps showing precisely where they are found. There are many books that can tell you toucans live in the Amazon rainforest, but this book shows where in the vast habitat you could spot the species.Every continent is introduced with an overview of the ecology, climate, and landscape; and the typical and record-breaking birds that live there. The book also explains the anatomy of a bird, traces migration routes, and highlights endangered species, p ...Show more

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Where's the Architect by Susanne Rebscher

$45.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction

This wonderfully illustrated and captivating introduction to the wonders of architecture will have young readers poring over each spread and learning as they go.   From the top of China's Great Wall to the base of the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, this journey through the world of architecture stops in nearly every continent and travels through centuries. Annabelle von Sperber populates her dynamic and intricate double-page spreads with many details and a hidden architect or important figure on every page that kids will have fun trying to locate. Along the way they'll learn about the iron workers who built the Empire State building, how many bulbs it takes to light the Eiffel Tower, where the royal jewels are kept at the Tower of London, and why there is so much red and yellow in Beijing's Forbidden City. Young readers will find themselves fully immersed in this large format book while learning about the incredible architectural wonders that continue to amaze us today. ...Show more

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A Brief History of Life on Earth by Clemence Dupont

$50.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction

The story of life on earth unfolds in dramatic fashion in this amazing concertina picture book that takes readers from 4.6 billion years ago to the present day.   It's difficult to grasp the enormous changes life on Earth has undergone since it first came into existence, but this marvelously illu strated book makes learning about our planet's fascinating history easy and entertaining. In an accordion style, the series of pages take readers through every major geological period with bright artwork and detailed drawings. Opening on lava-filled oceans and smoking volcanoes, the book unfolds, era by era, to show how life evolved from tiny protozoa and crustaceans to dinosaurs and mammals. Fully expanded to 8 meters (26 feet), this spectacular visual timeline is a very impressive panorama that reveals evolution in all its glory. Each page is brimming with illustrations that readers will turn to again and again. A celebration of life, this extraordinary and beautiful book illuminates the history of Earth for young readers in an unforgettable and delightful way. ...Show more

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The Kingfisher Space Encyclopedia by Kingfisher

$30.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction

The Kingfisher Space Encyclopedia is an amazing 160-page volume and the perfect guide to space and outer space for children. Packed with colourful illustrations, step-by-step sequences, and detailed photography to keep children engaged and entertained.Arranged thematically into key areas, the concise te xt is clear, accurate, and perfectly pitched, making this an unbeatable resource for home and school. This comprehensive guide includes the launch of the James Webb Telescope, the reusable Falcon 9 and NASA's advance space suit design. Plus, a glossary and index are included along with a list of websites for further learning. ...Show more

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Tree Beings (HB) by Raymond Huber; Sandra Severgnini

$35.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction

Tree Beings takes a fresh look at trees -- not as a silent statues but as beings that enrich the whole planet. Trees are the oldest living things; they create air, rainfall, soil, and animal habitats; and they clean up our pollution. Readers get to know trees through the inspiring true stories of people who love trees (scientists, protestors, planters): a scientist who discovered how trees 'talk'; a boy who mobilized children to fight climate change; a young woman with the world record for living up a tree; the first brave tree-hugging women; and a man responsible for trillions of tree-plantings. Tree Beings has four 'big ideas': trees give life, trees save us, trees are beings, and trees need help. It outlines recent tree science, especially how trees are our best living allies in the fight to slow down climate change. Tree Beings takes a positive approach by focusing on the wonders of trees and our connection to them. It suggest ways for readers to get to know trees as beings. The book also includes tree wisdom from many cultures, and introduces some famous and fascinating tree species. ...Show more

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I Love Bugs by Elspeth Alix Batt

$40.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction

Someone is overly fond of bugs: from tingly and tickly gnats to pleasingly prickly crickets. Who can it be? Includes information on insects. Includes a special section in the back with a first readers introduction to each creature. Elspeth is a freelance illustrator, designer and artist, living and work ing in Auckland, New Zealand. She has worked extensively in the educational publishing field but her first love is illustrating children's picture books. ...Show more

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Beaudy - Skills, Drills and the Path to the Top by Rikki Swannell

$40.00 NZD

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Category: Non Fiction

From his upbringing with seven siblings in rural New Zealand, experiences in Ireland as a child, to his rise through the rugby ranks with Taranaki and the Hurricanes, Beauden Barrett will give an insight into what has made him the player he's become, the setbacks he had along the way and the choices he had to make. One big decision as an 18-year old changed the course of his career and, instead of being lost to New Zealand rugby entirely, set Beauden on the path towards becoming an All Black. Now widely seen as one of the best players in the game, he could have been an AFL star in Australia if it weren't for one phone call. He may have gone from high school to the All Blacks in the space of three years, but the path was far from smooth. Packed with tips and skills, along with drills for different ages and abilities to help young players progress their game, Beauden will also offer advice on how to become a better player off the field, how he learned to adapt to life as a professional sportsman at such a young age and who helped him along the way. Beaudy -Skills, Drills and the Path to the Top is an aspirational read for fans young and old. ...Show more

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