Discovering Dinosaurs by MICHAEL BENTON

$9.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference

How Was That Built? by Roma Agrawal

$29.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference

Join Roma Agrawal, the award-winning structural engineer who worked on The Shard, for an exciting behind-the-scenes look at some of the world's most amazing landmarks. Meet the extraordinary people who challenged our beliefs about what's possible, pioneering remarkable inventions that helped build the Brooklyn Bridge in the US, the Pantheon in Italy, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the Shard in England and the Sapporo Dome in Japan. Discover the ingenious methods engineers have come up with to enable us to build underground, underwater, on ice and even in space. And learn about the impact different forces and materials can have on a structure by carrying out your own engineering experiments from the 'Try it at Home' sections. Beautiful and detailed illustrations by Katie Hickey, including cross-sections, skylines and close-ups of engineering techniques in action, provide unique and illuminating perspectives of our most awe-inspiring constructions. Get ready to see the built world around you like never before! ...Show more

My First Book about Engineering - An Awesome Introduction to Robotics and Other Fields of Engineering by Patricia J. Wynne; Donald M. Silver

$14.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference | Series: Dover Children's Science Bks.

For thousands of years, engineers have solved problems by designing and building new things. This informative, fun-to-color book introduces kids ages 8-12 to the many different worlds of engineering. Realistic illustrations and easy-to-understand captions explain how civil engineers build a bridge, how structural engineers erect a skyscraper, how genetic engineers alter DNA, what environmental engineers do to protect our planets, and how robotics and aerospace engineers attach a mini-helicopter to a Mars robot explorer. It's the perfect book for the next generation of STEM students. ...Show more

The Bushfire Book: How to Be Aware and Prepare by Polly Marsden; Chris Nixon (Illustrator)

$19.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference

An accessible and reassuring picture book that teaches children what they need to know about bushfires so they can understand what's happening and be smart and prepared, not scared. Australia is a big country with all sorts of weather. And sometimes extreme weather like bushfires. Bushfires can make a r eal mess of things. The air fills with smoke. The skies turn red. Ash falls. Precious things burn. But we don't need to be scared, we just need to know all about bushfires and prepare for them. This book will help you understand what causes bushfires, introduce you to all the clever people who are keeping an eye on them, and teach you how to be prepared and not scared. A practical and reassuring book for children to help them understand bushfires and what action they can take to feel less anxious and more prepared as Australia faces longer and more intense bushfire seasons. ...Show more

The ABC Kids Guide to Loving the Planet by Jaclyn Crupi

$19.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference | Series: The\ABC Book Of ... Ser.

The long-awaited new title in this much-loved series will empower kids to change their world. Our planet is precious.It's where we live, learn, work and play.This charming picture book is a gentle introduction to caring for the world around us. The simple, engaging text and beautiful illustrations explo re ideas like planting veggie gardens and recycling, to show the ways every person, no matter how big or small, can make a difference.The perfect book to inspire children to love the planet. ...Show more

Run Like a Girl: 50 Extraordinary and Inspiring Sportswomen by Danielle Brown

$24.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference

Run Like a Girl is a collection of fascinating biographical stories told by 50 highly successful sportswomen, from boxing superstar Nicola Adams to record-breaking yachtswoman Ellen MacArthur and fearless mountain biker Rachel Atherton. All over the world, there are female athletes breaking barriers, pu shing limits and achieving amazing things, but where did their journeys begin? And what challenges did they have to overcome to get where they are today? As well as giving an insight into theirinfluences, motivations and achievements, each story reminds us that failing can teach us just as much as winning; success isn't limited to the sports field; and 'running like a girl' can lead you all the way to the top. Inspirational biographical stories from 50 of the world's top female athletes Illustrated spreads bring each story to life, with panels providing facts and best achievements Written by the co-author ofBe Your Best Self (Button, 2019), shortlisted for the Telegraph Children's Sports Book of the Year 2020 For ages 7+ ...Show more

Chris Humfrey's Awesome Australian Animals by Humfrey Chris

$19.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference

Did you know that Koalas poo more than 200 times per day? – that’s more than once every 10 minutes! This is just one of the hundreds of fascinating animal facts that are packed into this brilliant new book by TV zoologist Chris Humfrey. Chris Humfrey’s Wild Australia covers 15 amazing Australian animals , from koalas and kookaburras to pythons and dragons. Each species gets two spreads in the book which are peppered with incredible facts and stunning photos. The book has QR codes which link to bonus content such as short videos. ...Show more

Great Rivers of the World by VOLKER MEHNERT

$39.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference

Spend hours navigating the world's great rivers in this vibrant, fact-filled book for kids that blends geography, history, and culture. Where in the Rhein does the Nibelung Treasure lie? What river helps mark the prime meridian? Why do people make pilgrimages to the Indian city of Benares? Why is the Me kong called the "Nine Dragon" river in Vietnam? How does the Mississippi divide and unite the United States? These and hundreds of other facts are explored in this wonderfully illustrated atlas of the world's great rivers. Each spread in this book offers a colorful map packed with drawings, figures, and facts. Cities that border the rivers are highlighted, as are distinct flora and fauna, significant natural and human-made features, and fascinating historical details. A "biography" of each river describes where it flows, and its importance to the communities it passes through. Special attention is given to the ecological health of the rivers - those that are thriving and those in danger of losing their valuable habitats. Along the way, young readers will come to understand the enormous impact that rivers have on our lives, while learning valuable information in a way that will spark their curiosity and imagination. AGES: 8 to 12 AUTHOR: Volker Mehnert is a journalist, travel writer, and author of a children's biography of the explorer Alexander von Humboldt. Martin Haake has created illustrated works for The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Penguin Books, and Volkswagen. His illustrations have earned him several awards, including the German Art Directors Club's silver medal, of which he is a two-time recipient. He lives in Berlin, Germany. ...Show more

The Magnificent Book of Treasures: Ancient Egypt (HB) by Philip Steele

$29.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference | Series: The\Magnificent Book Of Ser.

This beautifully illustrated book is full of ancient secrets, glittering gold, priceless treasures, and Egyptian stories from more than 3,000 years ago. Stunning artworks and intriguing facts combine to mesmerize. This stunning book will lead you on a thrilling journey back in time to the land of the a ncient Egyptians. Meet mighty pharaohs and powerful queens. Awaken mythical gods and magical goddesses. Watch everyday life along the River Nile. Every spread reveals a fabulous treasure and its unique story. Unwrap a pharaoh's mummy, decipher hieroglyphics, discover why an amulet is lucky, and what gruesomeness hides inside a canopic jar.  Perfect for explorers of all ages, and a treasure to revisit time and again. BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED: Vibrant, detailed images of the art, objects, people, and icons of Ancient Egypt. FASCINATING FACTS: Includes hundreds of fascinating facts about dozens of Ancient Egyptian treasures in an easy-to-read format that will enthrall amateur Egyptologists of all ages. CLASSROOM TO COFFEE TABLE: This beautiful volume is equally at home on a school bookshelf to support student learning as in a living room to be enjoyed by the whole family. COLLECT THE SERIES: More fascinating compendiums for all ages include The Magnificent Book of Birds, The Magnificent Book of Horses, The Magnificent Book of Sharks, and more! ...Show more

Little Book, BIG Universe: A Guide to Exploring Australia's Night Skies (Australia Reads Special Edition) by Lisa Harvey-Smith

$4.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference

Want to watch spectacular meteors rain down on Earth? Wave to real-life astronauts as they fly overhead? Find your way home using only the Southern Cross? Professor Lisa Harvey-Smith's easy step-by-step guide to exploring Australia's night skies is full of mind-blowing facts about our cosmos. You will m aster time travel and planet hunting, learn how to take amazing photos in the dark and use helpful gadgets to supercharge your new backyard hobby. Sprinkled throughout the pages, First Dog on the Moon's awesome drawings show the best entertainment in town is found by simply looking up. ...Show more

Adam Spencer's Maths 101: The Curly Questions Your Primary School Kids Will Ask You (With the Answers!) by Adam Spencer

$35.00 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference

Adam Spencer’s Maths 101 is the reassuring maths book companion for parents and their children tackling primary school level maths. If you’ve ever been challenged mathematically (and who hasn't?), then Adam Spencer is here with this crucial refresher to help you confidently assist your kids learning mat hs for the first time.  Covering basic maths methods and concepts taught in primary school, Adam breaks the numbers down to their bare bones so parents can not only hit refresh on their own understanding, but also see the clever ways they can bring these lessons to life for their kids. Ordered in easily digestible sections, Adam Spencer’s Maths 101 is presented with hundreds of diagrams, exercises, simple steps and explanations so you will never be bamboozeled again or embarrassed in front of your children.  Well-known for his maths acumen and comic radio and television entertainment, Adam makes maths fun for everyone. Under his wing, parents will discover that they really did understand maths all along and that helping the kids is actually a doddle. If you're concerned about your child's maths skills and want to know how to help them, Adam Spencer’s Maths 101 is for you. Maths explained for number challenged parents and children ...Show more

Ask a Pilot: A Pilot Answers Kids Questions About Air Travel by Justin Kelley

$24.99 AUD

Category: Childrens Reference

Why don't planes hit each other in the sky? Do you start a plane with a key? Why do my ears feel funny? Flying is fascinating, and kids have questions! In Ask a Pilot, author, pilot, and dad Justin Kelly puts kids at ease by answering twenty of their most pressing questions. With friendly language, simp le explanations, and colorful illustrations, Ask a Pilot is the perfect handbook for aviation lovers and nervous flyers alike! ...Show more