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A fish that walks on land, a frog that makes its own sunscreen, and an insect that can become invisible? These are just a few examples of how Earth's creatures have evolved some outrageous features and tricks to ensure survival.

A practical, dip-in guide, packed with over 100 outdoor activities for children. In an era when the iPad is often more appealing than the park, it can be difficult to encourage kids to get off the couch and spend time outside. In this inspirational book, with ideas for children of all ages, there are over 100 imaginative ways for children to keep busy and have fun outdoors.  They can enjoy outdoor crafts such as making leaf art bunting, a dream catcher or their own toy raft, or get physical an...

Stories of Animal Companionship and the Wonders of Animal Therapy#1 New Release in Teen & Young Adult Animals, Zoology, and Special Needs Issues Animal Kind offers true animal therapy stories that prove that sometimes the best friends in life have fur, feathers, or even scales. For thousands of years, humans and animals have had special bonds with each other. We’ve lived side-by-side through thick and thin―these relationships are not just about raising pets and farm animals. Our animal compani...

Describes the largest family of flowering plants, the orchid, focusing on habitat, international varieties, pollination and germination, breeding and cultivation, and threats to its survival.

Whether young readers like their vegetables cooked or raw, the roots or the leaves, they'll enjoy this exploration of the secrets of the garden—from onions (they make your eyes water) to artichokes (we don't eat the leaves or the fruit, but the flower in the bud).

Whether young readers like their vegetables cooked or raw, the roots or the leaves, they'll enjoy this exploration of the secrets of the garden—from onions (they make your eyes water) to artichokes (we don't eat the leaves or the fruit, but the flower in the bud).

This fun, photo-filled, fact-packed guide will get kids outdoors to discover the different types of trees around them. From the hearty monkey-puzzle to the noble fir, the Norway spruce to the Scots pine, kids will learn all about different kinds of trees and how to spot them with this spectacular field guide. With tons of info, it’s the perfect companion for the garden, day trips, camping or holidays. Durable and portable, it’s just right to fit into a pocket or backpack.

The rainforest is bursting with plant and animal life, and readers will learn about orchid bees (their back legs have little hollows filled with the scent of orchid, used by the males to attract the females) and katydid grasshoppers (its spiky legs can fight off attacks from frogs, birds, and even monkeys).

Find out why rainbows form, see how light makes plants grow, and watch color disappear in the dark.

Just the Job is an innovative new series. The books are accessible and informative resources, looking at the working lives of various members of the community. They also present much-needed careers information for school-leavers with learning difficulties who may be wondering what choices are open to them. Each book follows a real person with learning difficulties through their daily work, looking at each of the tasks involved, and presents the qualifications and qualities necessary for the part...

Eco-Guides are trendy, stylish books that give school-age readers realistic and practical advice on how they can live an eco-conscious life, right now. And that action can be taken by themselves, with their family, or as part of a school or community group. In this book, readers learn how to grow things in even the smallest of spaces, source eco-friendly food, think about water, energy and packaging waste, and prepare delicious dishes.

Sharks are in trouble. Fifty shark species are at high risk of extinction, and another sixty-three are threatened. Discover the work of scientists and conservationists as they study shark biology and morphology; research migration, feeding, and mating patterns; delve into human, climate, and other threats to shark habitat; and develop sophisticated technologies to aid sharks and shark research. See how scientists also educate the public about real and imagined fear of sharks and encourage citize...