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Sharks: Predators of the Sea by Anna Claybourne
17.00 NZD
Category: Sealife | Series: Creature of the
A spectacular collection of the fiercest, weirdest, and most extraordinary sharks. Look into the deep to find the incredible range of sharks that inhabit our oceans. There is so much more to sharks than just the scary reputation of the Great White. Stunning photos reveal these beautiful creatures' amazi ...Show more
Please Be Nice To Sharks by Matt Weiss
25.00 NZD
Category: Sealife
Meet 14 cool sharks (and one manta ray) and see why it's important to BE NICE TO SHARKS! Though they're often portrayed as vicious man-eaters, sharks actually kill fewer than 10 people per year. Yet those myths cause real harm: many species are being hunted to extinction, with as many as 100 million - 2 ...Show more
From Moa to Dinosaurs (HB) by Gillian Candler
30.00 NZD
Category: NZ Non Fiction | Series: Explore & Discover
From Moa to Dinosaurs, the fifth title in the acclaimed 'explore discover' series for children, looks back in time to reveal what lived in ancient New Zealand. The book begins with a glimpse of the animals that lived in New Zealand just before people arrived. It then goes back in time, providing snapsho ...Show more
The Genius of Bugs by Simon Pollard
25.00 NZD
Category: Bugs and Insects
The Genius of Bugs is a new, fresh take on the world of bugs, inspired by the blockbuster science exhibition Bug Lab, brought to Wellington this summer by Te Papa and Weta Workshop. Illustrated with up-close, dramatic bug photography throughout, The Genius of Bugs is filled with bug tales, facts and fi ...Show more
Deadly Animals (Beginners Plus) by Henry Brook
17.00 NZD
Category: Animals | Series: Beginners Plus
Animals that can kill - with sharp teeth, poisonous skin, venomous stings or crushing grips - are a source of endless fascination, and this book is the perfect introduction to some of the most deadly. Features big cats, snakes, sharks, crocodiles, and some surprisingly lethal small animals whose human d ...Show more
The Book of Australian & New Zealand Reptiles (PB) by Charles Hope
30.00 NZD
Category: Animals
Australia and New Zealand have a wide range of climates and habitats. Our island nations are home to lizards, snakes, turtles and crocodiles that are famous the world over. Welcome to the fascinating world of Australian & New Zealand Reptiles.
Head Lice (Disgusting Creatures) by Elise Gravel
20.00 NZD
Category: Bugs and Insects | Series: Disgusting Critters
Part of a series of hilarious non-fiction books about disgusting creatures, this book examines head lice. It covers such topics as head lice habitats (human heads only, dogs are gross), anatomy (his body is slightly see through, so he can always see what he ate for lunch), and parenting practice (the fe ...Show more
Reptile (DK Eyewitness) by DK
18.00 NZD
Category: Animals | Series: DK Eyewitness
A unique view of some of the world's most curious living creatures, their intriguing characteristics, and unusual behavior with DK Eyewitness Reptiles.Learn how crocodiles look after their young, how lizards store fat in their tails, and how chameleons swivel their eyes. Find out how snakes are charmed, ...Show more
My Little Book of Cats and Kittens by David Alderton
19.00 NZD
Category: Animals | Series: My Little Book of
An A-Z guide to cat breeds from around the world, this fun and colourful book will excite young cat lovers everywhere. Find out fascinating facts about each breed and the characteristics which make them desirable, be it the sleek fur of the Bombay or the strange ears of the American curl. With easy to f ...Show more
10 Reasons to Love a Turtle by Catherine Barr
22.00 NZD
Category: Sealife | Series: 10 Reasons to Love A...
Turtles are amazing creatures They go on incredible journeys, have beautiful shells, can hold their breath for hours and even cry salty tears. You can show you love them by not dropping litter on the beach and NEVER buying anything made of tortoiseshell. Discover ten reasons why turtles are amazing and ...Show more
10 Reasons to Love an Elephant by Catherine Barr
22.00 NZD
Category: Animals | Series: 10 Reasons to Love a...
Elephants are amazing creatures! They go on incredible migrations, know that granny knows best, can incredibly clever and can scare off lions with their huge ears. You can show you love them by buying FSC products and NEVER buying anything made of ivory. Discover ten reasons why elephants are amazing an ...Show more
Fish (Fact Cat) by Izzi Howell
23.00 NZD
Category: Sealife | Series: Fact Cat
What makes a fish a fish? Read all about fish, find out where they live, how they breathe and what they eat. How are fish born and how do they grow and learn? A simple fun quiz helps readers recall what they have read. A perfect one-stop shop for help with homework assignments!