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Slimy and scaly is what this game is all about.
Professor Noggin’s series of educational games encourages kids to learn interesting facts about their favorite subjects. Each of the cards combines trivia, true or false, and multiple choice questions. A special three-numbered die is included white creates interaction and promotes communication between players. Easy and hard levels keep kids interested and challenged – while of course having fun!

Following earthworms from birth to maturity, this book explains the stages of development these ancient annelids undergo before they reach adulthood. Children will be surprised to discover the enormous impact earthworms have on the environment. Illustrations and photographs illuminate topics such as: how earthworms live and move underground; earthworm cocoons; how juvenile earthworms survive; how earthworms reproduce; the importance of earthworms to the environment.

How does a wriggly tadpole change into a leaping frog? Amazing natural processes are explained in this informative book. White Wolves Non-fiction is a guided reading scheme which takes a high-interest approach to core geography, history and science topics. It has been created to appeal to children and reflect the range of texts in the real world, from guidebooks to cookbooks. Covering a wide range of topics at different reading levels, these books are ideal for classroom and topic libraries, and for teaching non-fiction literacy sk... read more

New Zealand is a land of rivers and lakes, and such an abundance of fresh water provides an environment rich in wildlife. There are few children who would find themselves far from a freshwater stream or river, with the opportunity to discover birds, insects, fish and other species. All About New Zealand's Freshwater Life, written and illustrated by artist, children's book writer and nature lover Dave Gunson, introduces around 60 of our most interesting or spectacular water creatures and plants. Each page features one large or two o... read more

For the first- to third-grade set, frogs are an endless source of fascination, especially when looked at very close up. See tiny poison dart frogs and mammoth bullfrogs, as Nic Bishop's amazing images show the beauty and diversity of frogs from around the globe. And simple, engaging text conveys basic information about frogs - as well as cool and quirky facts.Nic Bishop: Frogs is a fun and informative tour through an exciting amphibian world. From age 4+

With breathtaking full-page images, including a double-gatefold spread, Sibert-Honor photographer Nic Bishop introduces the beauty and diversity of lizards.The simple, engaging text presents both basic information and fun, quirky facts about the appearance, habits, and life cycle of these amazing reptiles. An index and glossary are included.

In this book watch a frog grow from egg to adult. Original photographs by the author show all stages of the frog's life cycle. Explore the way the frog eats, moves, survives and really watch it grow. This book has been designed to cater for a range of reading and learning abilities.

A series that gives an introduction to the lifecycles of plants and animals. Features a panel of simple black line illustrations which shows the progression of the lifecycle, building up to the full lifecycle by the end.

"Reptiles" is an adventure to discover the secrets and stories of scaly animals, from giant alligators to the smallest lizards, visiting the homes of these incredible creatures all over the world.

This highly popular and long-running series has been revamped for a new generation of readers, with a clean, crisp redesign and colourful covers. The series explores questions that young readers ask about the world around them in an unrivalled child-friendly style. The conversational format is perfect for delivering solid information in a natural, amusing and imaginative way. Designed to amuse and intrigue the young reader, this book explores the world of reptiles, including their eating habits, camouflage, baby reptiles, and why r... read more

Most babies are smaller versions of their parents, but some babies do not look anything like their adult counterparts. This book looks at the life cycle of pond frogs and tree frogs, with amazing colour photographs following their metamorphosis from tadpoles to adult amphibian. The easy-to-follow text describes frogs' different habitats, how they find food, and how they protect themselves.

This is a vibrant new series that explores animal life...but not as we know it! "Everything You Need to Know About Frogs" - and toads, snakes, lizards, salamanders, turtles, newts, tortoises, crocodiles - in fact, covers a whole host of amphibians and reptiles. Take a look at creatures from all angles, from fascinating information on habitat and breeding habits, as well as oddities, such as how to tell the difference between an alligator and its 300-million-year-old relative. This title is packed with close-ups, quizzes and games t... read more

How does a wriggly tadpole change into a leaping frog? Amazing natural processes are explained in this informative book. White Wolves Non-fiction is a guided reading scheme which takes a high-interest approach to core geography, history and science topics. It has been created to appeal to children and reflect the range of texts in the real world, from guidebooks to cookbooks. Covering a wide range of topics at different reading levels, these books are ideal for classroom and topic libraries, and for teaching non-fiction li... read more

Psst! It's true! This is the best book on frogs you'll ever read! Where do frogs go in the daytime? Is the Boiling Frog Theory true? How do frogs climb up sheets of glass? Mike Tyler, Australia's 'Frogman', has all the answers. Read this book to find out about poison-dart frogs, toad tunnels, stowaway frogs, frogs that sunbake and frogs that have anti-freeze in their blood. Discover how to say 'long-snouted false toad' in Latin, and how to cook frogs' legs for dinner. Stun your friends with froggy facts and toadish brainteasers.

Find out all about snakes in this fascinating book.
The Wild Planet series features information in different text sizes and amazing colour photographs.

Using state-of-the-art digital imagery, the breathtaking spreads in these books feature an arresting design that is complemented by fascinating, up-to-date information in a user-friendly format. Expertly written and packed with layered, dynamic illustrations, it will have readers poring over pages of stunning images that present each topic in surprising new angles and dimensions. With state-of -the art-illustrations and innovative design, the stimulating spreads will engage young readers.

Get Ready to swing through the trees in the monkey house and swim in the aquarium with sea life! These great guides about animals that live in sanctuaries teach young children about endangered species and animal habitats.

Get Ready to swing through the trees in the monkey house and swim in the aquarium with sea life! These great guides about animals that live in sanctuaries teach young children about endangered species and animal habitats.

The Life Cycle Series comes alive with stunning images and educational text.

Did you know that frogs never drink water? And that they always blink when eating food? Or that frogs will die if their skin dries out?
Redesigned and reillustrated with magnificent full-colour photographs.