Dinosaur Encyclopedia for Kids: The Big Book of Prehistoric Creatures
Dinosaur Encyclopedia for Kids: The Big Book of Prehistoric Creatures
https://amzn.to/48F9Pdv
Dinosaurs Books
https://tinyurl.com/best-dinosaurs-books
Dig up dino facts with this fun encyclopedia for kids ages 4 to 8
Dinosaurs are some of the most amazing animals that ever walked the Earth! They could be as tall as a four-story building or as small as a chicken. Some had spectacular spikes or hardened scales, while others had fantastic frills or vibrant feathers. This book gives kids an exciting glimpse into the Age of Dinosaurs with awe-inspiring facts about how they lived, what they looked like, and more.
This standout among dinosaur books for kids encourages them to:
Discover dinos by eraーKids will learn about 90 different dinosaurs, organized by the prehistoric era in which they lived.
Find kid-friendly factsーThis dinosaur book helps kids expand their dino knowledge with bite-sized facts, a pronunciation guide, and a glossary with easy-to-understand definitions.
Explore colorful illustrationsーInspire kids to travel back in time through detailed artwork that brings the dinosaurs to life.
Get a dinosaur encyclopedia kids will love and learn from, with the Dinosaur Encyclopedia for Kids.
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My First Book of Planets: All About the Solar System for Kids
My First Book of Planets: All About the Solar System for Kids
https://amzn.to/3vq8okF
Space and Astronomy Books
http://tinyurl.com/space-and-astronomy-books
Blast off on an exploration of outer space with this colorful solar system book for kids 3-5
Get little astronomers excited about the cosmos—from the bright and burning sun, to our own blue Earth, stormy Neptune, and every planet in between. With this incredible book of planets for kids, curious learners ages 3 to 5 will explore the entire solar system through amazing images and fascinating facts on what makes each planet so special, including their size, distance from the sun, what the surface is like, how many moons they have, and more!
Go beyond other planet books for kids with:
BIG, BEAUTIFUL IMAGES: Vibrant photos and illustrations will take kids deep into space—no telescope required.
ASTRONOMY FOR KIDS: Learn all about the eight planets in our solar system, plus dwarf planets Ceres, Pluto, Eris, Haumea, and Makemake.
FUN SPACE FACTS: Did you know the bubbles in soda are the same gas that's on Venus? Out of this world facts will make this toddler space book a hit!
Show kids the amazing universe that surrounds them with My First Book of Planets.
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How to Play Chess for Kids
How to Play Chess for Kids: Simple Strategies to Win
https://amzn.to/48yGP77
Chess Books
http://tinyurl.com/chess-books
Learn to play chess—and win—with this complete guide for kids ages 8 to 12
Check it out: Playing chess is tons of fun…and it can help make you smarter, too! How to Play Chess for Kids teaches you everything you need to know to start—even if you've never played before.
First get the hang of moving each piece, understand the rules, then find out how to capture pieces and win. In this book of chess for kids, you'll try out different tactics, discover super-secret strategies, and practice thinking ahead.
How to Play Chess for Kids includes:
How to speak chess—Chess has its own language—learn to speak it with a guide to game notation and an easy glossary.
See it, play it—Lots of diagrams make learning chess for kids easy by illustrating the moves in every example.
Real-life moves—Learn from the best with exciting excerpts from championship games by chess masters throughout history.
You'll conquer the game of kings and queens in no time with How to Play Chess for Kids!
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Why Is Blood Red?
Why Is Blood Red?
https://amzn.to/3v8AroN
Human Body Books
https://tinyurl.com/Human-body-books
Discover the answers to more than 200 of the most jaw-dropping questions about the human body.
Ever wondered what's happening inside your body right now? Young readers will love learning the answers to all their sensational and squeamish questions about what makes us human in this children's biology book. Perfect for children aged 6-9.
Inside the pages of this mind-boggling book, you'll discover:
- Five chapters covering body basics, parts of the body, how the body works, being healthy, and medical marvels
- Question and answer format that makes topics easily digestible and intriguing
- 'Quick quiz' boxes that allow young readers to test their knowledge of the human body
- Fun facts and detailed illustrations covering a large range of both common and bizarre biology topics
This human body encyclopedia for kids is packed with captivating facts for curious minds! What are bones made of? Why does sugar taste sweet? Why do our ears pop? Page after page, kids will uncover incredible answers to all the questions they've ever had about their body, and some they haven't even thought of!
Why is Blood Red? cleverly combines charming illustrations with clear, jargon-free language, making it easy for kids to get to grips with the gigantic topic that is human biology. It's the ultimate children's encyclopedia for budding scientists who are fascinated by how our bodies work!
Complete the Series:
There's so much more to discover! Explore the science behind what makes the world spin with over 200 questions about our own planet in Why Does the Earth Need the Moon? Learn brilliant answers to baffling questions about science, space, history, earth and nature in Why? Encyclopedia.
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Seek and Find: Dinosaurs
Seek and Find: Dinosaurs
https://amzn.to/4aIeYDB
Dinosaurs Books
https://tinyurl.com/best-dinosaurs-books
Take a trip back through time and find the hidden dinosaurs on each page!
Roam the forest looking for an Allosaurus. Spot tiny feathered Microraptors in the sky. Dive deep to hunt for giant sea reptiles like the Plesiosaur.
Every page is packed with things to discover, making this Seek and Find book fun to revisit again and again.
Learn what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur; what Earth was like when dinosaurs were alive; and how scientists uncover dinosaur bones with real-life seek-and-find skills!
Colorful images bring facts and history to life.
Things to find are presented visually on each spread, so kids not yet reading can search, too!
Great for parents and young children to share together, and for older kids to try on their own.
Hardcover.
Full color throughout.
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A Planet Full of Plastic
A Planet Full of Plastic: And How You Can Help
https://amzn.to/3t40kFJ
Ecology Books
https://tinyurl.com/ecology-books
Everything is made of stuff. Some things are made of paper, like this book. And some things are made of PLASTIC. If you look around you, plastic is everywhere. Even in places where it's not meant to be. If it drops to the ground, it doesn't rot away - it sticks around for ever.
Our world is drowning in plastic, and it's a big problem. Award-winning author-illustrator Neal Layton is here to explain where plastic comes from, why it doesn't biodegrade, and why that's dangerous for animals and humans alike. But he's also FULL of ideas for how you can help! From giving up straws in juice cartons to recycling all we can and taking part in a beach clean, A Planet Full of Plastic will get young readers excited about how they can make a difference to keep Planet Earth happy.
This brilliant non-fiction picture book, illustrated in Neal's trademark collage style, is perfect for readers aged 5-7 who love nature and want to help the environment.
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Little Red Sleigh: A Heartwarming Christmas Book For Children
Little Red Sleigh: A Heartwarming Christmas Book For Children
https://amzn.to/3RcZWg2
A New York Times and USA Today bestseller! Believe in the magic of Christmas with this heartwarming Christmas picture book about the little red sleigh that could, perfect for fans of The Polar Express!
The Little Red Sleigh has one big dream―to one day become Santa's big red sleigh! But all her life, she's been told she's too small, she's too young, she can't fly, and she certainly can't meet Santa. Well, this Christmas, with the help of some friends, she's determined to do the impossible. Little Red Sleigh is a heartwarming children's Christmas book you'll want to read again and again. Full of winter joy and holiday magic, this charming Christmas story will remind readers of all ages that no dream is out of reach if you believe.
Why readers love Little Red Sleigh:
Parents, grandparents, and teachers will have fun reading this inspirational, growth-mindset book to kids
Screen-free fun for children during the winter season
Ideal Christmas gift and holiday stocking stuffer for kids ages 4-8
Also in the Little Heroes, Big Hearts series:
Little Blue Bunny
Little Yellow Bus
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What's The Weather?: Clouds, Climate, and Global Warming
What's The Weather?: Clouds Climate and Global Warming
https://amzn.to/489rQ3e
Ecology Books
https://tinyurl.com/ecology-books
Discover the science behind wild and wonderful weather in this fact-packed book!
Ever wondered what causes thunderstorms, how snowflakes form, or why our climate is changing? Get all the answers to these questions and more in this children's book about the weather!
Inside the pages of this responsibly sourced science picture book from DK Books, you'll discover:
- Beautiful illustrations to introduce scientific topics in a simple and accessible way
- Stand out facts are presented clearly on each spread
- Easy to understand text teaches children about climate change, meteorology, and geography
- The science behind hot, cold, wet, and wild weather suitable for Key Stage 1 and 2 development
From heatwaves and big freezes to tornadoes and fog, this science book gives your budding meteorologist a glimpse into all the action that happens in the sky. Learn about all kinds of weather and marvel at how powerful it can be!
At a time when extreme weather is becoming more and more common, this eco-focused book is perfect for getting your little one clued up about the environment. Throughout the pages of this colourful and energetic STEM book, your child will discover fun facts about the weather. They will also learn everything there is to know about global warming, the seasons and even record-breaking weather phenomena!
Become a Weather Expert in No Time
This educational book tells a riveting story about how big, amazing, and wonderful our weather really is - but it's told from the child's perspective. The book itself has also been produced as sustainably as possible, made with responsibly sourced materials and soy inks. It's the perfect gift for environmentally conscious kids aged 5-9.
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Investing for Kids: How to Save, Invest, and Grow Money
Investing for Kids: How to Save, Invest, and Grow Money
https://amzn.to/414EvlX
Business Books
https://tinyurl.com/business-books-html
Give curious kids the gift of essential finance skills this holiday season with an intro to investing for kids ages 8 to 12.
Did you know that the sooner you understand money, the sooner you can make more of it? It's true! Investing for Kids can help make you money savvy, showing you how to earn it, how to start a savings plan, and the best ways to invest and create a future with money in the bank.
With a little help from the astounding Dollar Duo characters—Mr. Finance and Investing Woman—this engaging kid's finance book covers essential information about stocks and bonds, how to invest in them, and how they can help you build your wealth. Learn about the concepts of "risk" and "reward" as well as learn how to diversify your portfolio and how to make your money grow.
Practical advice—This guide to investing for beginners explores modern investing techniques like impact investing and digital trading.
Finance 101 for kids—Get real-life examples that you can relate to and find out about famous investors and historical events.
Taking stock—Dive into interactive activities and discussions that include kids and parents alike.
This ultimate money book for kids gives you a jump-start on how to be a smart investor.
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The Total Inventors Manual
The Total Inventors Manual: Transform Your Idea into a Top-Selling Product
https://amzn.to/3RvJetG
Machines Books
https://tinyurl.com/machines-books
Contrary to popular wisdom, you don’t have to be an ace electrician, a coding prodigy, or a mechanical master to come up with a game-changing invention! You just need curiosity, a strong desire to fix a problem that you see in the world, and the determination to see your ideas become reality—and this book, which will teach you everything you need to go from zero to inventor.
Everyone wants to be the next Bill Gates or Steve Jobs, but there’s never been a clear road map to becoming a wildly successful innovator—until now. In The Total Inventor’s Manual, you’ll learn to . . .
MAKE ONE: Get that great idea out of your brain and into the real world with a crash course in ideation, prototyping, and testing. Includes clever, can-do lessons in CAD, 3D-printing, laser-cutting, electronics, robotics, coding, and more.
SELL ONE: Whether you’re riding the Kickstarter wave or hitting the venture capital beat, get your idea funded—and protect it with a proper patent. Then learn to refine your prototype’s look and feel to give it a boost in the market.
MAKE MANY: Bring your invention to the masses with tips on manufacturing processes and best practices, plus solid advice for beginners on running a supply chain.
SELL MANY: You’ve built it—time to make them come. Discover how to effectively position your product in the marketplace, deal with consumer feedback, and run—or sell—your newly successful company.
With profiles by Rachel Nuwer on the winning inventors who brought you the . . .
SPACE SUIT GLOVE • HEART STENT • SUPER SOAKER • ROOMBA • DIGITAL CAMERA • MAKERBOT 3D PRINTER • UV WATER PURIFICATION • HOME PREGNANCY TEST • AND MORE
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The Brain Book
The Brain Book
https://amzn.to/3R3y5A8
Human Body Books
https://tinyurl.com/Human-body-books
A fun, fact-packed introduction to the brain and nervous system for young science enthusiasts.
The brain - a wrinkly, spongy mass the size of a cauliflower that sits in our heads and controls everything we do! Discover what it’s made of, how it works, and why we even need one in this fun, fact-packed introduction to the brain.
Inside the pages of this STEM book for kids, budding young scientists will discover:
• An age-appropriate introduction to the brain, what it is, what it does, how it works, and how it evolved
• All about how scientists study the brain and nervous system
• Introduces concepts like how we think, what consciousness is, and how the brains of other animals are different
• Encourages young readers to develop an interest in STEAM fields - including biology, medicine, and science
• Each page is filled with engaging photographs and artworks with easy to understand text
Help them grow their brain while learning about it
Filled with colorful illustrations and bite-sized chunks of information, this book covers all your questions on everything from the anatomy of the brain and nervous system, to how information is collected and sent around the body. It also explores questions about the brain that we don’t know the answers to yet!
This educational book for kids introduces complex topics in an age-appropriate way, from how our brains learn, and how processes like making memories, thinking, emotions, and sleep happen in the brain. Kids will also learn about the weird and wonderful world of different animal brains and how they impact their behavior.
With entertaining illustrated characters, clear diagrams, and fascinating photographs, children will love learning about their minds and this all-important organ.
Keep little ones learning with more in the series
The Brain Book is an ideal introduction to the brain and nervous system. Other titles in this educational book series include The Bacteria Book and The DNA Book - an excellent introduction to science for young readers and a great addition to any STEAM library.
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On This Day: A History of the World in 366 Days
On This Day: A History of the World in 366 Days
https://amzn.to/3RgdRTX
Journey through the history of the world, one day at a time!
If you ever wondered what happened on your birthday 100 years ago, or on Christmas in the year 800 or even Halloween several years ago, then this history book is perfect for you! Discover what happened on each day of the year with this fascinating visual adventure through time.
On This Day is not your ordinary history reference book. Inside the pages, you will find the following exciting things:
• Key historical events are arranged by their date in the year.
• Mixes serious history with fun facts for kids and bizarre events.
• War, peace, inventions, science, sport, people — all in an eclectic, visual mix.
• Birthdays that are shared by famous historical figures and modern celebrities.
• A fun, accessible way to enjoy history.
• Every main story is presented through extraordinary images.
Travel back in time and find out all the exciting things that happened around the year from Jan. 1 to Dec. 31. Every day features events that showcase the world’s international diversity, from the Japanese invention of street markings for the blind, to the struggle for racial equality in South Africa. There's something incredible to learn on every page.
Unlike other history books, On This Day looks at ancient history and fascinating facts, as well as modern events, so everyone will be entertained. Packed with historical photographs and quirky illustrations that visualize the events of the past on a day-to-day basis, this non-fiction fact book is a fun way for parents and educators to teach kids about historical events.
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Quidditch Through the Ages: A Magical Companion to the Harry Potter Stories
Quidditch Through the Ages, illustrated Illustrated Edition: A Magical Companion to the Harry Potter Stories
https://amzn.to/3R1OLIj
Harry Potter Books
https://tinyurl.com/harry-potter-books
Get ready to learn everything you need to know about the sport at the heart of Hogwarts! Quidditch Through the Ages is the essential companion to the Harry Potter series, a funny, fact-packed fantasy history of the seriously competitive wizarding sport. Bursting with glorious illustrations, magical memorabilia and two super-sized fold-outs, this spectacular new full-colour edition pairs J.K. Rowling's witty, inventive text with Emily Gravett's incredible artistic imagination.
Devoured by Harry Potter in his first year, and consulted on a daily basis by the young witches and wizards at Hogwarts, Quidditch Through the Ages whisks readers on a whistle-stop tour through the game's hilarious (and often foul) history. There's magic and wonder in equal measure for both newcomers to the Wizarding World and established Harry Potter fans.
Packed with trivia, tales of on-pitch antics, and Quidditch stars past and present - this is a great gift for the whole family. Quidditch Through the Ages is published in aid of Lumos, an international children's charity founded in 2005 by J.K. Rowling, and Comic Relief.
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A Day in the Life of an Astronaut, Mars, and the Distant Stars
A Day in the Life of an Astronaut, Mars, and the Distant Stars
https://amzn.to/3QqwFzf
Astronomy Books
https://tinyurl.com/astronomy-books
From the creators of A Day in the Life of a Poo, a Gnu, and You comes an encyclopedic glance at all things outer space and makes a hilarious and informative guide for curious young readers.
Blast off for a day in the life of space and the people (and animals!) who have explored it. From hilarious comics to secret diaries and detailed diagrams, there are tons of things to discover and fantastic facts to learn.
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Listen to the Language of the Trees: A Story of How Forests Communicate Underground
Listen to the Language of the Trees: A Story of How Forests Communicate Underground
https://amzn.to/3MwaHZ7
Plants Books
https://tinyurl.com/plants-books
This captivating book explores the real connection and communication that runs underground between trees in the forest. The well-researched details about trees' own social network will help readers see that the natural world's survival depends on staying connected and helping others—just like us!
Parents, teachers, and gift givers will find:
- a beautiful story about our forests with scientifically accurate information
- educational backmatter about this underground web of communication
- a nature book that supports social emotional learning
The fascinating mycorrhizal fungi network runs underground through the roots of trees in the forest allowing for connection and communication. Readers will discover that trees have their own social network to help each other survive and thrive.
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The Big Book of the Blue
The Big Book of the Blue
https://amzn.to/3LQLEzW
Ocean Books
https://tinyurl.com/ocean-books
The Big Book Series
https://tinyurl.com/the-big-book-series
Following The Big Book of Bugs and The Big Book of Beasts, the hugely successful series takes to the sea!
Following the wild success of The Big Book of Bugs and The Big Book of Beasts, The Big Book of the Blue is the third installment in Yuval Zommer’s beloved series. Alongside everything the young oceanographer needs to know, Zommer’s charming illustrations bring to life some of the slipperiest, scaliest, strangest, and most monstrous underwater animals.
The book opens by explaining how different types of animals are able to breathe and survive underwater, and the different families to which they belong. Subsequent pages are dedicated to specific creatures, including sea turtles, whales, sharks, stingrays, and seahorses, and show varied life in specific habitats, such as a coral reef or deep sea bed. The Big Book of the Blue also explores the underwater world thematically, looking at animals in danger, learning how to spot creatures at the beach, and discovering how to do our part to save sea life. Beautiful and filled with fascinating facts, young, curious readers won’t be able to tear their eyes away from the page.
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Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
https://amzn.to/3M8FJpS
This glorious paperback edition of Newt Scamander's Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is considered a classic throughout the wizarding world. It features an extraordinary array of magical creatures, from Acromantula to Yeti via ten different breeds of dragon - all beautifully illustrated in full colour by the brilliantly inventive, Greenaway Medal shortlisted Olivia Lomenech Gill.
Famed Magizoologist Newt Scamander's years of adventure and exploration have yielded a work of unparalleled importance, admired by scholars, devoured by young witches and wizards, and even made available to Muggles in the early years of this century. With this dazzling illustrated edition, readers can explore the magical fauna of five continents from the comfort of their own armchairs. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is essential reading at Hogwarts.
Now available in a stunning paperback edition with French flaps, this edition contains all of the mesmerising illustrations from the original edition and features the fully updated 2017 text including a foreword by J.K. Rowling, writing as Newt Scamander.
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100 Questions About Bugs
100 Questions About Bugs
https://amzn.to/3rR7lsU
Bugs and Insects Books
https://tinyurl.com/bugs-and-insects-books
Do bugs have bones? What do baby spiders look like? How big did ancient dragonflies grow?
Young scientists can find out the answers to all their biggest bug questions on this journey through the world of creepy crawlies.
Check out what makes a glow-worm glow and a stinkbug stink. Meet the world's loudest, fastest, and biggest bugs. Get the low-down on insects that fly high and dig deep.
Along the way, learn bug jokes to tell your friends.
With loads of fascinating facts, jokes, and kid-friendly illustrations, this fun book will answer all the questions you've ever had . . . including ones you were afraid to ask!
Sturdy hardcover binding.
Ages 7 and up.
48 full-color pages.
Book measures 6 inches wide by 9 inches high.
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Rewilding: Bringing Wildlife Back Where It Belongs
Rewilding: Bringing Wildlife Back Where It Belongs
https://amzn.to/3Q2qZKt
Animal Books
https://tinyurl.com/Animal-books
⭐ Selected as one of the Best Nature Books of 2022 by Kirkus Reviews ⭐
⭐ Selected as one of the Best Informational Books of 2022 for Older Readers by Chicago Public Library ⭐
"A book worth returning to multiple times. A fascinating primer on the intricacies of ecosystems." -- Kirkus, starred review
Discover inspiring stories of wildlife brought back from the brink of extinction – a perfect gift for kids who care about the environment!
Rewilding means returning animals or plants to places where they used to live. In this book, acclaimed conservation biologist and science communicator David A. Steen introduces children to the scientists determined to turn back the hands of time to create a greener future. Read about awe-inspiring rewilding projects, including:
• The wolves that returned to Yellowstone National Park and dramatically improved the ecosystem
• The beavers reintroduced to their old territories to build dams to stop them flooding
• The Galápagos giant tortoises who beat the odds to survive extinction and return to their island home
Throughout the heartwarming true stories, beautifully illustrated by award-winning artist Chiara Fedele, children will learn how different species evolved to live side by side and will see what it takes to be a conservation scientist. They might even be inspired to become a wildlife activist themselves!
By the end of the book kids will be left with a key message: it’s not too late to fix the planet.
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A Day in the Life of a Poo, a Gnu, and You
A Day in the Life of a Poo, a Gnu, and You
https://amzn.to/3Fs5ePa
Packed with comics, diagrams, and “secret diaries,” this book is a wondrous, encyclopedic glance at a dizzying host of different things—from hearts to farts to coconuts—and makes a hilarious and informative guide for curious young readers.
Join the hilarious exploration of “a day in the life” of nearly 100 things on Earth. Find out what exactly your tongue does all day long, how a Japanese knotweed destroys everything in its path, and why no two snowflakes are ever the same. From the gross and smelly to the beautiful and fascinating, this book is a treasure trove of entertaining information.
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100 Questions About Outer Space
100 Questions About Outer Space: And All the Answers Too!
https://amzn.to/46AvfIa
Space and Astronomy Books
http://tinyurl.com/space-and-astronomy-books
What holds galaxies together? Would Saturn float in a bathtub? How do astronauts use the toilet?
Young astronomers can find out the answers to all their questions about space on this wild ride through the solar system . . . and beyond!
Starting with the Big Bang, check out how the stars got started and how the universe is growing.
Blast off on amazing space missions, then plunge to the center of our very own planet Earth.
Along the way, learn outer space jokes to tell your friends. The sky's the limit!
Packed with fascinating facts and kid-friendly illustrations!
Ages 7 and up.
Full color.
Sturdy hardcover binding.
48 pages.
Book measures 6'' wide x 9'' high.
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The Incredible Ecosystems of Planet Earth
The Incredible Ecosystems of Planet Earth
https://amzn.to/3rIQWGG
Ecology Books
https://tinyurl.com/ecology-books
An illustrated tour of our planet's ecosystems both large and small, from reefs, deserts and rainforests to a single drop of water - from the bestselling author of Women in Science.
Through exquisite illustrations, maps and infographics, bestselling author Rachel Ignotofsky explains how our planet works, from its incredible ecosystems and the plants and animals that live there to the importance of biodiversity, weather cycles and more. Including information on the dangers of climate change and ideas for how to protect Planet Earth, this utterly charming guide is perfect for all nature-loving readers on the planet we call home.
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The Big Book of Bugs
The Big Book of Bugs
https://amzn.to/3RVo9tm
The Big Book Series
https://tinyurl.com/the-big-book-series
Bugs and Insects Books
https://tinyurl.com/bugs-and-insects-books
A beautifully illustrated, informative book for children introducing them to bugs that creep, crawl, bite, fly, and more.
From moths and beetles to worms and spiders, the world is crawling with fascinating bugs. The Big Book of Bugs is the first fact-filled book for children to explore the vast array of creepy-crawlies that share our Earth.
In the first pages, children learn that bugs live nearly everywhere on the planet and gain tips on how to become a young bug spotter. As the book continues, the scenic compositions on each page are dedicated to key groups of bugs, including beetles, moths, butterflies, bees, snails, crickets, grasshoppers, worms, and spiders. Some spreads approach the world of bugs thematically, such as bugs that come out at night, baby bugs, and life cycles, how bugs hide and show off, and how some bugs love to live in your home. The conversational, funny text is also full of facts that will astonish children and adults, and accompanied by Yuval Zommer’s colorful illustrations. Illustrated in color throughout.
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Animal Sidekicks: Amazing Stories of Symbiosis in Animals and Plants
Animal Sidekicks: Amazing Stories of Symbiosis in Animals and Plants
https://amzn.to/3PO8sBo
Animal Books
https://tinyurl.com/Animal-books
"Excellently illustrated and providing a treasure trove of interesting information about symbiotic relationships." --Booklist
Heard about the fish that clean shark teeth? Or the frog that lives with a tarantula? Welcome to the weird world of symbiosis―where animals form incredible relationships.
Macken Murphy, host of the popular animal podcast Species, introduces his favourite symbiotic relationships in his first kids’ nonfiction book, Animal Sidekicks. Along the way he explains the cool science behind the baffling behaviour of some animals―from friendly alliances to pesky parasites. Alongside him, illustrator Dragan Kordic skillfully brings to life head-scratching relationships in nature, including:
• The crab that wears a sea urchin as a hat
• The bat that goes to bed inside a plant
• The warthog that likes a mongoose massage
You’ll even find out about symbiotic relationships including YOU! (Hint―is your head ever itchy?) By the end of the book you won’t look at nature in the same way again!
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The Big Book of Nature Art
The Big Book of Nature Art
https://amzn.to/3RW6NMK
The Big Book Series
https://tinyurl.com/the-big-book-series
Nature Books
http://tinyurl.com/nature-books
Featuring twenty-two easy craft projects using natural and recycled materials, The Big Book of Nature Art is a fun and eco-friendly way for young children to connect creatively with nature.
From best-selling author Yuval Zommer, The Big Book of Nature Art is packed with easy art activities inspired by nature. Drawing on Zommer’s years of experience running art workshops for children, The Big Book of Nature Art includes his tips for stress-free ways to get creative with kids and fun facts about the natural world.
Each of the activities can be achieved in four simple steps using natural materials combined with recycled or found materials from around the home. With a total of twenty-two art activities, each requiring no more than a five-minute setup and cleanup, the crafts are easy to completeand fun for everyone involved. The book also encourages children to see the creative potential in the natural and everyday treasures all around us―from twigs, seed pods, petals, and leaves to pencil shavings, take-out cups, toilet-paper rolls, and more.
Little nature artists will enjoy making paper-plate birds, leaf bugs, coffee-cup owls, tree-bark bats, and schools of seashell fish, as well as scenes for their creatures to dwell in, from watery worlds to underground tunnels.
Illustrated in color throughout
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