As we delve into the magical realm that is our universe at night, we discover what makes it so extraordinary...from moonbows to shooting stars and from the polar night to the northern lights. Experience how different habitats, from the city to the ocean, come alive when the sun sets. Meet animals that make their own elaborate beds and others that sleep while swimming or flying. And explore the history of human sleep across the globe and dive into a world of dreams.
From nests in treetops to dark underground burrows, there are lots of animal homes to discover in this fascinating book. Lift the flaps to see how animals build homes in extreme temperatures, shelter in a warm coral reef, or on a riverbank and lots more. With over 80 flaps to lift and links to websites with videos and pictures of real animal homes.
Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about the lives of bats with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 1: All About Bats will introduce kids to the lives of bats—from how they find their way in the dark to what they eat and how they sleep upside down—and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Sup...
Zoo Sticker and Colouring Book (Sticker and Colouring Books)
by Glen Greenwalt
Lions, tigers, elephants, penguins and lots of other animals feature in this fun colouring and sticker book for little children. The first half of the book is full of popular zoo scenes such as the big cat enclosure, the aquarium and the tropical birds’ rainforest, with over 200 colourful animal stickers for children to add in. The second half of the book features lions, monkeys, giraffes, elephants and more to colour. The backgrounds are already completed so children can focus on the fun detail...
Introduce little children to the fascinating world of animals in this beautifully illustrated information book. Each double page focuses on a different theme, from habitats and bugs to nocturnal animals and record breakers. With lots to spot and talk about on every page, simple text and links to carefully selected websites to find out more.
Poppy and Sam's Nature Spotting Book (Farmyard Tales Poppy and Sam)
by Kate Nolan
Each page of this beautifully illustrated book is filled with things to spot in nature. From birds and bugs to flowers and trees, Poppy and Sam take the readers on a journey through different locations and the things they might find there. Every detailed little picture has a label giving some information, making it a perfect way for little children to start learning about the natural world around them.
There are so many amazing animals to be found in Australia — and many of them are found nowhere else in the world. Discover thirty-eight of the weird and wonderful creatures of Down Under — from the iconic kangaroo to the puzzling echidna; from the tiny crusader bug to the enormous saltwater crocodile; from the adorable quokka to the terrifying Tasmanian devil. Did you know that lyrebirds can mimic almost any sound? Or that an oblong turtle has the longest neck of any turtle in the world? Vibra...
Out of Sight Till Tonight! All About Nocturnal Animals (The Cat in the Hat's Learning Library) (Cat in the Hat's Learning Library)
by Tish Rabe and Aristides Ruiz
Laugh and learn with fun facts about raccoons, wolves, fireflies, and more—all told in Dr. Seuss’s beloved rhyming style and starring the Cat in the Hat! “I’m the Cat in the Hat and tonight we’ll take flight and meet some of the critters that come out at night.” The Cat in the Hat’s Learning Library series combines beloved characters, engaging rhymes, and Seussian illustrations to introduce children to non-fiction topics from the real world! Stay up past your bedtime and discover the world...
An introduction to animal sleeping habits.
Wombats (Nocturnal Animals) (Checkerboard Animal Library: Nocturnal Animals)
by Kristin Petrie
The beautiful pictures in this book are full of wildlife to look out for when you’re outdoors. There are birds, butterflies and plants to spot by a river, in the fields or on a city ramble, and pages on the seasons and creatures to look out for after dark. Children will love browsing the pictures at home — then spotting the wildlife outside.
This book is the perfect answer to the question "What is Ecology, and why should I care?"Explore the basics of Ecology by following a wide variety of real-world examples about how living things cope in all sorts of environments. Learn how ecosystems work, explore how these complicated systems go wrong, and discover what we can do to protect our planet in the future.An ideal book to explain to curious minds what ecology is all about, and what questions ecologists are trying to find answers to, fr...
Usborne Book and Jigsaw Wild Animals (Usborne Book and Jigsaw)
by Sam Smith
Explore jungles, deserts, oceans and more to discover all kinds of incredible creatures that share our planet, with this colourful book and jigsaw set. It's packed with appealing illustrations and the book is full of fascinating facts about all the wild animals inside.
Flashlight Explorer: Animals at Night (Flashlight Explorers, #1)
by Lisa Regan
Animals--they're cute and fluffy, cuddly and puffy, and ... sometimes downright disgusting. Get ready to be totally grossed out as you discover the incredibly icky ways animals eat, make their homes, and defend themselves. From award-winning author Melissa Stewart comes the grossest journey through the animal world you'll ever take. From ants to zebras, get ready to discover some seriously strange animal behaviors. Slurp up soupy insides with houseflies, spit sticky saliva to build nests with b...
Animals Underground (My First Discoveries) (My First Discoveries/Torchlight)
by Claude Delafosse
Meet the animals who live in darkness underground, safe from other animals who want to eat them.
Why is the world of bats so varied? The littlest bat is as light as a penny. The biggest bat can have a wingspan as long as a bathtub. Some bats have little flaps on their noses. Others have huge ears. The unique traits of each species help it survive in its special place in nature . . . but how? Using eye-popping photographs of strange bats from around the world, Bats: Biggest! Littlest! feeds young readers' curiosity and is certain to prompt stimulating discussions for days.
Children will be fascinated to discover fearsome facts about the speed, claws and venomous jaws of the world's deadliest animals as they complete the fun puzzles in this book. Packed with information, the puzzles are also designed to encourage and develop key maths, language and reasoning skills.
This latest installment in the popular Strange and Wonderful series by Laurence Pringle is an easy-to-read and comprehensive introduction to owl species from all over the world. Stuffed with scintillating science facts and large, colored illustrations from Meryl Henderson, this great educational book is sure to resonate with young animal lovers seeking to learn more about these elusive ghost birds. From the tiny elf owl that weighs less than two ounces to the Eurasian eagle owl that can have a...
From Hedwig, the Snowy Owl of Harry Potter fame, to Winnie-the-Pooh’s beloved friend Owl, this wide-eyed bird of the night has found its way into young hearts and imaginations everywhere. Owling invites young readers into the world of real-life owls, to learn about their fascinating behaviors and abilities. Wildlife photojournalist and nature educator Mark Wilson presents a one-of-a-kind look into the mysterious lives of these distinctive birds. Dramatic images of the 19 owl species of North A...
A Bat Colony's Search for a New Home (Animal Habitats at Risk)
by Mary Ellen Klukow