Wildlife of Aotearoa by Gavin Bishop

$40.00 NZD

Category: NZ Non Fiction

A spectacular illustrated picture book exploring New Zealand's unique landscapes and its incredible wildlife by the award-winning author of Aotearoa: The New Zealand Story. Long before waka touched Aotearoa's shores, the land of the long white cloud was home to an array of creatures uniquely adapted to its environments and protected by its isolation. Encounter New Zealand's incredible wildlife in this spectacular visual exploration. Journey through ocean, sky and land to meet a marvellous range of organisms. Discover fascinating facts, and learn how we influence the survival of our living treasures. In this magnificent companion volume to Aotearoa: The New Zealand Story, Gavin Bishop weaves a compelling visual narrative of our land, our people and our wildlife - past, present and future. ...Show more

WildLives: 50 Extraordinary Animals that Made History by Ben Lerwill

$40.00 NZD

Category: Animals

True tales of wild and wonderful lives to be treasured forever! In this fascinating and touching book, children can learn about 50 courageous creatures from around the world and throughout history. This captivating collection gathers heart-warming, surprising and often emotionally powerful stories of b ravery, discover and friendship. Featuring a range of animals - from heroes, helpers and adventurers to achievers and many more - young readers will discover some of the most famous and unforgettable animals of all time. Compelling and visually arresting in equal measure, this is the perfect introduction to just some of the amazing animals whose wild lives have made history. ...Show more

Cats and Kittens (DK Reader Level 2)

$16.00 NZD

Category: Pet Care

Step inside the cute world of fluffy cats and kittens in this level 2 reader. In this purr-fect book for children you'll discover all about cute cats and kittens, from tiny kittens having fun at playtime and snuggling up with mum, to delicious meals and the distinctive "meow" of your cat. There's also l ots to discover about cat breeds and reading body language, as well as clear and simple advice on how to look after this favourite family pet. Fascinating information is paired with adorable photographs of cats and kittens, providing an ideal balance of words and images for children learning to read.Cats and Kittens is a new Level 2 title in the engaging four level DK Readers series, aimed at children who are learning to read. Helping to develop a lifelong love of reading, DK Readers cover a vast range of fascinating subjects to support children as they become confident readers. DK Level 2 Readers are suitable for children reading book band books up to orange level. ...Show more

On the Lookout for Tuatara by Ngaire Dolphin

$20.00 NZD

Category: Animals

Drew wants to learn about New Zealand's oldest reptile, the tuatara.

Horses (Fascinating facts)

$15.00 NZD

Category: Animals

There Are Reptiles Everywhere by Camilla de la Bedoyere

$28.00 NZD

Category: Animals

Bestselling illustrator Britta Teckentrup explores the world of reptiles in a sumptuously illustrated non-fiction book. There are reptiles everywhere! Some of them live in jungles, some of them in the savannah, and some may be in your back garden!There are Reptiles Everywhere is the third in a series o f non-fiction books from Britta Teckentrup. Young readers will learn where in the world all sorts of reptiles can be found, and the weird and wonderful things about them that they never imagined were true.This is non-fiction with spark and personality from a much-loved illustrator. ...Show more

The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Dangerous Animals by Sami Bayly

$38.00 NZD

Category: Encyclopedias

Dangerous animals get a bad rap, but this beautifully illustrated encyclopaedia helps us appreciate the incredible features of some of our more hair-raising animal species. With more than sixty of the most deadly and dangerous animals from across the world to explore, every page of this beautifully ill ustrated volume is more eye-opening than the last. You will learn interesting facts about these fascinating species, (many of which you won't have even known were deadly) such as how they have adapted to survive and whether we should be threatened by these animals or appreciate them for their incredible features. Children and adults alike will pore over the breathtaking scientific illustrations of unusual animals from the Cone Shell to the Wolverine and the Irukandji Jellyfish to the Slow Loris, debating their relative dangerous features, learning about science and nature along the way.  This gorgeous hardcover book is illustrated in exquisite detail by award-winning author and illustrator, Sami Bayly. A brilliant companion to The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Ugly Animals. ...Show more

The Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Ugly Animals (HB) by Sami Bayly

$38.00 NZD

Category: Animals | Reading Level: Eve Pownall Award

INDIE AWARD WINNER 2020. Marvel as you enter the fascinating hidden world of ugly animals in this encyclopaedia of the animal kingdom's most unusual and beauty-challenged species. It's time for ugly animals to shine! With more than sixty ugly animals to explore, this compendium of the unusual celebrat es the beauty in 'ugliness'. Children and adults alike will pore over the breathtaking scientific illustrations of unusual animals, debating their relative ugliness and merits, learning about science and nature along the way. Featuring illustrations and facts about the thorniest species the animal kingdom has to offer, from the naked mole rat to the goblin shark, aye-aye, sphinx cat, blobfish and many more 'ugly' beauties. This gorgeous hardcover book is illustrated in exquisite detail by exciting new Australian talent, Sami Bayly. ...Show more

Poodunnit by Hannah Wilson

$15.00 NZD

Category: Animals

Do you know your dung from your droppings--and poodunnit? Learn how to track animals by their poop, footprints, and more Get the scoop on poop--discover whodunnit with Poodunnit Can you tell the difference between the delicate droppings of a deer and the smelly scat of a fox? Did you know that a whale 's poo is orange--or which dung can be burnt for fuel? Can you identify which creatures have been in your backyard? Find out in the ultimate detective guide to animals around the world--camels in the desert, polar bears in the Arctic, jaguars in the Amazon rainforest, fish in the ocean, and so many more Read the clues and guess which animal made what, then turn the page to find the answers--you may be surprised at the animals you discover. Fun illustrations and photos; clear, humorous text; and "scat stats" with essential facts, make this the perfect book for kids curious about the animals around them. ...Show more

Animal Olympics by Carron Brown

$23.00 NZD

Category: Animals

Roll up, roll up! It's time to take a front row seat at the Animal Olympics. See creatures from across the world compete to win a gold medal in some of the most amazing contests ever. Discover the highest jumpers, fastest swimmers and the highest flyers in the animal kingdom.

Amazing Animals - More Than 100 of the World's Most Remarkable Creatures by Clare Hibbert

$20.00 NZD

Category: Animals

Funny Animals 2

$17.00 NZD

Category: Animals

Even MORE pet puns, witty captions, internet memes, and laugh-out-loud, real-world anecdotes make this collection of hilarious animal pictures and stories the perfect package for jokesters and animal lovers alike.   This silly snack-size book is back to bring you more strange facts, comical tales, tri ppy tongue twisters, and adorable photos, featuring all kinds of our furry, scaly, feathery, and slimy friends. Get the scoop on famous critter comedians; delight in the hijinks of a runaway “unicorn;” discover a social media maven who also happens to be a dog; or bust a gut laughing at bizarre animal behaviors from sneezing monkeys to ninja frogs. ...Show more