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Charles Darwin's On the Origin of Species by Sabina Radeva; Charles Darwin

$27.99 AUD

Category: Science

The first ever picture-book retelling of Charles Darwin's On The Origin of Species; this accessible work brings evolution to the younger generation through stylish illustrations and a simple, easy-to-understand text. On The Origin of Species has been the definitive explanation of the theory of evolutio n since it was first published in 1859. Now molecular biologist and illustrator Sabina Radeva unites her two passions to create a 48-page retelling of this seminal text. Pulling together Darwin's observations from his travels around the world and his groundbreaking - and controversial - explanation of how species form, develop and change over hundreds of thousands of years, On The Origin of Species is as relevant and important now as it ever was. ...Show more

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Marie Curie (Little People, Big Dreams) by Isabel Sanchez Vegara

$19.99 AUD

Category: Great Girls | Series: Little People, BIG DREAMS Ser.

In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Marie Curie, the Nobel Prize-winning scientist. When Marie was young, she was unable to go to college because she was a woman. But when she was older, her scientific work was respected a round the world. Her discoveries of radium and polonium dramatically helped in the fight against cancer, and she went on to win the Nobel Prize for Physics This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the scientist's life.Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS ...Show more

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Do Not Lick This Book* (HB) by Idan Ben-Barak; Julian Frost (Illustrator)

$19.99 AUD

Category: Picture Books | Reading Level: Children's - Kindergarten, Age 5-6

Min is a microbe. She is small.Very small. In fact, so small that you'd need to look through a microscope to see her. Or you can simply open this book and take Min on an adventure to amazing places she's never seen before--like the icy glaciers of your tooth or the twisted, tangled jungle of your shirt . Written by Idan Ben-Barak, with illustrations from Julian Frost, Do Not Lick This Book is perfect for anyone who wants to take a closer look at the world. ...Show more

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Hidden World: Animals by Libby Walden; Stephanie Fizer Coleman (Illustrator)

$22.99 AUD

Category: Science | Series: Hidden World Ser.

Learn about animals and where they live with Hidden World.Filled with bite-sized facts, multiple flaps and sumptuous illustrations, this title is perfect for introducing young children to the worlds of the animal kingdom.

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Basher Science - An A to Z of Science by Dan Green

$16.99 AUD

Category: Science | Series: Basher Ser.

This handy visual dictionary covers the key topics in the core National Curriculum subjects of biology, chemistry and physics. The A-Z of Science brings the unique and popular Basher illustrative approach of capturing key scientific concepts as quirky but memorable characters, combined with the informat ive, humorous and accessible text of science author Tom Jackson. This handy guide will be a sure-fire hit with school students learning these core subjects for the first time, as well as a useful reference guide and reminder for older secondary school and university and college students looking for a revision guide.The entries are organized alphabetically, and cover all the topics you would expect to find in a core science book, from acids and atoms to X-rays and zygotes. Break-out feature spreads cover more complex, high-interest topics such as Forces, Great Scientists, Organs and Planets. ...Show more

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The Smallest Carbon Footprint in the Land & Other Eco-tales by Anne Morgan

$19.95 AUD

Category: Science

In Anne Morgan's delightful collection of organically-grown eco-tales, a prince wants to marry the young woman with the smallest carbon footprint in the land; Space Cadet Lox finds out why a planet is like a bowl of porridge; a girl in a little green hoodie tries to save an endangered wolf; and Chicken Licken warns the sea is rising. Times have changed in Fairytale Land! ...Show more

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Hidden World: Forest by Libby Walden; Stephanie Fizer Coleman (Illustrator)

$22.99 AUD

Category: Science

Learn about the flora and fauna of the forest in this beautifully illustrated, multi-flap book. Each spread is themed, with six flaps opening to reveal sumptuous illustrations and fun, bite-sized facts. This book is perfect for introducing young children to the wonders of the woodland.

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Mechanica: A Beginner's Field Guide (HB) by Lance Balchin

$24.99 AUD

Category: Science | Series: Mechanica Ser.

Beautiful picture books for older children that explore a possible future of our world as the effects of global warming spread.  Set in the twenty-third century, the book describes how Earth could no longer support wildlife. The warnings had been ignored. Corporations continued to expose the envir onment to chemical and radioactive waste, and many Earth species began to disappear. By 2200, vast areas of the world had become uninhabitable and wildlife extinct. In place of the lost wildlife species, the corporations began to create Mechanica. But the Mechanica escaped their confinement, and started to develop in the wild on their own. Filled with inventive and awe-inspiring images and details, this book is sure to spark readers' imaginations! Kids will marvel at the steampunk-inspired renderings of mechanical bugs, birds, bats, snakes, and more! ...Show more

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Robotpedia by Insight Editions ((various roles))

$24.99 AUD

Category: Science

Take an in-depth look at the history and cultural impact of robots through the years in this educational and interactive guide Robots are everywhere--building cars, driving cars, performing surgery, helping soldiers and fire fighters, even vacuuming From high up in space to the bottom of the ocean, robo ts are an instrumental part of how humans are learning about the world. This encyclopedic guide to robotics takes kids through the evolution of robotic technology: from the ancient Greek inventors, to the first robot at the World's Fair, to nanotechnology already in use today, to D.I.Y. robotics, and even a peek into the robotic future as told by the scientists creating it. And keeping readers company along the way are many of our favorite robots from film and TV. Filled with interactive inserts, Robotpedia takes a fun approach to STEM learning. ...Show more

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Science: A Children's Encyclopedia by Dorling Kindersley

$39.99 AUD

Category: Science

This is a stunning visual encyclopedia for kids, covering every aspect of science. Science: A Children's Encyclopedia brings all the essentials of science from elements and energy to gravity and the Periodic Table to life with astonishing pictures for kids. Packed with fun facts for kids, this encyclope dia will dazzle your child with interesting facts on everything from electricity and engines to sound and waves. Full of high-quality photos and innovative graphics that help to demonstrate key concepts. Science: A Children's Encyclopedia uses clear, age-appropriate text that makes even complex topics easy to understand and is ideal for homework reference. Science: A Children's Encyclopedia is the perfect accessible encyclopedia packed with pictures and fun facts for kids that will give a comprehensive introduction of key topics including gravity and the Periodic Table which entertain and inform children. ...Show more

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The Pop-Up, Pull-Out Human Body by Dorling Kindersley

$39.99 AUD

Category: Science

Full to the brim with colourful illustrations and exciting pull-out pages, The Pop-up, Pull-out Human Body allows your child to dive further and further into their discovery of the most amazing living organism - humans! Packed with fun facts for kids, The Pop-up, Pull-out Human Body explores each organ in turn, looks at how muscles work, what makes the brain tick, and how the body is pieced together. Colourful illustrations show body parts in detail, while slide-out pages add lots of facts and records about the body, making it the perfect book for curious children aged 6 to 8. Take a journey of discovery through the human body with The Pop-up, Pull-out Human Body. ...Show more

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Universe (DKFindOut!) by DK

$14.99 AUD

Category: Science

This children's book on space exploration and travel through the Universe will inspire your child and increase their knowledge about our place in the solar system and beyond. DKfindout! Universeis ideal for school projects or for children who simply love to learn about all things about space. From the b irth of stars to the mysteries of black holes, the Universe has been constantly studied to understand how it works. Learn about the Sun, our solar system, icy planets and explosive stars, far-off galaxies that powerful telescopes looking deep into space have captured, observatories and astronomy, and whole new worlds discovered by space-exploring probes in this beautifully illustrated children's book that is crammed with amazing facts. Part of the award-winning DKfindout!series, this engaging book includes amazing photography and illustrations that help children understand the wonders of the Universe. Written by experts and checked by an educational consultant. ...Show more

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