Childrens' Non-Fiction NATURAL HISTORY

Great introductions for young naturalists, these guides tell you all you need to know to identify over 150 varieties of animal and plant life.

ISBN: 9781903954782

One of Usborne's most enduring and well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated and has a striking new cover. It makes perfect companions for enthusiasts keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world with full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title that have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. It provides ideal field guides for both children and adults and incredible value for money.

ISBN: 9780746073551

A revised and updated edition of this title in the USBORNE NATURETRAIL series, illustrated throughout in full colour.

ISBN: 9780746084021

An enthralling look into the wriggly world of bugs, and how they grow, feed and make their homes. Combines fascinating information with simple flowing text to excite and inspire beginner readers. Includes short glossary, index and internet links to carefully selected websites. Part of the Usborne Reading Programme developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton.

This text looks at the main groups of species of bugs, the most numerous and diverse animals on the planet. Readers can discover how bugs live, grow and reproduce, and see why we couldn't live without them. It is packed with bug facts and records, including the deadliest bugs on Earth.

ISBN: 9780746046944

One of Usborne's most enduring and well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated and has a striking new cover. It makes perfect companions for enthusiasts keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world with full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title that have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. It provides ideal field guides for both children and adults and incredible value for money.

ISBN: 9780746073575

Almost all children are fascinated by living things. This volume is designed to help them gain a greater appreciation of butterflies and moths. The illustrations should appeal not only to younger children, who will enjoy the experience of sharing the book with an adult, but also to older children, who should find it a useful introduction to serious nature study. Internet links provide readers with further areas for study and make downloadable images easily accessible.

ISBN: 9780746051559

One of Usborne's most enduring and well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated and has a striking new cover. It makes perfect companions for enthusiasts keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world with full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title that have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. It provides ideal field guides for both children and adults and incredible value for money.

ISBN: 9780746073520

Usborne Beginners are colourful information books for children beginning to read on their own. Vivid, full colour illustrations and photographs on every page, accompanied by short, informative text. Developed with reading experts at the University of Roehampton. Carefully selected Internet links to exciting websites to find out more.
Great reading practice for children who prefer fact to fiction

An ideal resource to help children understand the world around them, the Garden Detectives' Handbook will encourage them to explore nature in their own garden. Fifty species are included, from trees to birds, and insects to butterflies.Each fact-file provides vital identification tips accompanied by detailed illustrations, all to help them record and understand ‘nature’s calendar’. Fifty fact-files plus illustrations An easy-identification poster Stickers for every species A fun quiz to test your knowledge

ISBN: 9781842368466

One of Usborne's most enduring and well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated and has a striking new cover. These guides are perfect companions for enthusiasts, who are keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world. They offer full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title, which have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. They are an ideal field guides for both children and adults and incredible value for money.

ISBN: 9780746073599

This exploration of how flowers grow is part of a series introducing children to the wonder of the world around them. It has two reading levels, with a simple sentence on each page for beginners, accompanied by more complex information which can be read as the child's confidence grows.COVER PRICE £3.99

ISBN: 9780746047064

This is a highly popular and long-running series that explores the 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. "I Wonder Why Pine Trees Have Needles" answers questions about forests and woodlands around the world. Readers will meet forest animals such as hummingbirds, spider monkeys, woodpeckers and koalas, and also discover why forests help us to breathe and how forests can be saved from danger.

ISBN: 9780753414477

The best-selling I Wonder Why series has always been the perfect place for children to find the answers to their questions. With their quirky style and informative text, these books are great for gripping the imagination and for developing reading skills. Designed to amuse and intrigue the young reader, I Wonder Why Pine Trees Have Needles and Other Questions About Forests answers all sorts of fascinating questions that children ask about forests and woodlands, from tropical rainforests and unusual forests to forest animals such as hummingbirds, spider monkeys, woodpeckers and koalas. It also explains why forests help us to breathe, and looks at what can be done to save forests from danger. Illustrated with stunning, high-quality artwork, a wealth of information is backed up with fun facts and lively cartoons.

LARGE FORMAT P/B

ISBN: 9780753410981

Designed to amuse and intrigue the young reader, this book is packed with information about plant life. It combines artwork and factual text in order to answer the questions children really ask.

COVER PRICE £4.99

ISBN: 9780753401903

Take a closer look at a spider and a ladybird.
Illustrated by: Héliadore


ISBN: 1851033408

Spot the snail anf fieldmouse and take a closer look.
Illustrated by: Pierre de Hugo


ISBN: 1851033394

Explore a fascinating miniature world you never knew existed! This title explores the lives of the tiny creatures that live around youn, in you and even on you! Ages 9+.

ISBN: 9780753410646

Become a Nature Ranger and discover the secrets of the world around you. Learn how plants can tell up from down, track wild animals, and build homes for bats. Over 30 fun projects, facts and handy hints bring the natural world right to your door. This book also includes a handy spotter's guide, making exploring nature a breeze - whether you're at home or on the move.

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Science experiments, facts, biographies, quizzes - and a brilliant story! New in paperback, this captivating series uses a combination of fascinating information and wacky humour to provide a foundation knowledge of basic scientific principles. - Each book begins with the basic facts about a particular area of science, followed by a story which humorously illustrates the science in action so that children can relate science to their own lives. - The books continue with a fun quiz, biographies of famous scientists, experiments that children can do at home or at school and a section of astonishing information. - A fun link between science and literacy and a great way for schools to involve science in the Literacy Hour. - Based upon sound educational knowledge and produced in consultation with a major science education advisor, Dr John Stevenson. - Illustrated throughout with fun, cartoon-style line drawings.

ISBN: 9781841387383

This collectible series builds into a fascinating library of reference material, covering every aspect of Key Stage 2 science and beyond. When used in conjunction with www.usborne-quicklinks.com, the reader has direct access to all featured Web addresses, as well as a huge selection of free downloadable pictures for homeworks and projects. Other titles in this series include: Animal World, Light, Sound & Electricity, Earth & Space, Mixtures & Compounds, Forces, Energy & Motion, Human Body and Materials.

ISBN: 9780746046166

From carnivorous leaves to the magic of pollination, plants are vital to life on earth. Packed with fun facts and dramatic photography, Eye Wonder Plants is great for projects and homework or just for fun.

ISBN: 9781405305983

ISBN: 9781841387864

One of Usborne's most enduring and well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated and has a striking new cover. It makes perfect companions for enthusiasts keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world with full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title that have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. It provides ideal field guides for both children and adults and incredible value for money.

ISBN: 9780746073636

This text explores the topic of rainforests, and was created to fulfil early-learning needs and stimulate children's curiosity. It has sections that encourage readers to search each page for a hidden image, quirky information and facts and sections to help reinforce the main information.

ISBN: 9780753406786

Rainforests cover only about 6 per cent of the Earth's surface, yet they are home to over half of all the species of plants and animals in the world. Learn About Rainforests explores the tallest treetops, reveals the noises of the canopy, and unveils the secrets of the dark and dripping forest floor. Follow chimpanzees as they swing through the trees, watch a hummingbird feed whilst hovering in the air, learn how lizards "fly" through the forest and see a gaboon viper with its prey. 24 fascinating and easy-to-do projects, such as tracking animals, planting a mini-jungle and making a hammock, enable you to learn more about life in a rainforest. With 250 stunning colour photographs and artworks, and a lively and informative text by an award-winning children's natural history writer, this is the perfect fun learning book for children aged 8-12, and also ideal for school projects, home study, or classroom use. COVER PRICE £6.99

ISBN: 9780754818809

A BARGAIN BOOK

One of Usborne's most enduring and well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated and has a striking new cover. These guides are perfect companions for enthusiasts, who are keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world. They offer full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title, which have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. They are an ideal field guides for both children and adults and incredible value for money.

ISBN: 9780746073582

A new edition of the title from the colour illustrated NATURETRAIL series, covering the parts of a tree and their functions, the life span of a tree, with an identification guide to different species, and advice on collecting specimens.

ISBN: 9780746084045

Great introductions for young naturalists, these guides tell you all you need to know to identify over 150 varieties of animal and plant life.

ISBN: 9781903954874

Almost all children are fascinated by living things. This volume is designed to help them gain a greater appreciation of the trees around them. The illustrations should appeal not only to younger children, who will enjoy the experience of sharing the book with an adult, but also to older children, who should find it a useful introduction to serious nature study. Internet links provide readers with further areas for study and make downloadable images easily accessible.

ISBN: 9780746051542

One of Usborne's most enduring and well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated and has a striking new cover. These guides are perfect companions for enthusiasts, who are keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world. They offer full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title, which have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. They are an ideal field guides for both children and adults and incredible value for money.

ISBN: 9780746073643

In 1831, at only 22 years old, Darwin was offered the position of Naturalist on HMS Beagle's world voyage. He was set to become a clergyman but returns after five years at sea an inspired genius. This book follows the journey of HMS Beagle, showing life on-board the ship for Darwin, the captain, crew and the expedition's artist. The reader sees Darwin discovering and observing insect life in Brazil, fossils in Argentina , earthquakes in Chile and turtles in the Galapagos Islands. The reader is therefore able to follow the steps which led to Darwin's inspired theory of evolution, while also showing the adventures and escapades he had during the voyage. A faxcinating and colourful story of Darwin's life, this book also introduces young readers to one of the world's most important scientists and his discoveries. It concludes with a simple explanation of the theory of evolution. Written by an outstanding team in the field of children's non-fiction, this is a book to enlighten and inspire young readers.

A revised edition of this title in the USBORNE NATURETRAIL series, illustrated throughout in full colour.

ISBN: 9780746084038

One of Usborne's most enduring and well-known series has been given an exciting new look. Each guide has been completely updated and has a striking new cover. It makes perfect companions for enthusiasts keen to discover the many fascinating aspects of the natural world with full-colour illustrations of around 100-200 different species per title that have been reproduced from the original artwork using the latest technology. It provides ideal field guides for both children and adults and incredible value for money.

ISBN: 9780746073537

This brilliant book about bees covers a wide range of topics, from a chapter about how honey is made to the exciting story of one princess bee's journey through life. Packed with facts and illustrations, find out why bees have their very own special dance and much more in this wonderful introduction to the animal world for young readers. For real bee enthusiasts this book also suggests websites and places to visit to find out even more

This brilliant book about big cats covers a wide range of topics, from a chapter about the solitary jaguar to a pride of lions on a hunt. Packed with facts and illustrations, find out which big cats love the water, which cat is almost invisible at night, and much more in this wonderful introduction to the animal world for young readers. For real big cat enthusiasts this book also suggests websites and places to visit to find out even more!

This snappy book about crocodiles covers a wide range of topics, from a chapter about how crocodiles look after their babies, to how they are fearsome predators. Packed with facts and illustrations, did you know that crocodiles once lived alongside dinosaurs over 200 million years ago?! Find out facts like this and much more in this wonderful introduction to the animal world for young readers. For real croc enthusiasts this book also suggests websites and places to visit to find out even more!

This marvellous book about elephants covers a wide range of topics. Chapter 1 tells the heart rending story of a family of elephants from the baby elephant protected by its mother to the grandmother elephant who is coming to the end of her life. Packed with facts and illustrations (did you know that elephants get through six sets of teeth in their lifetime, and that each tooth is the size of a brick?!) this is a wonderful introduction to the animal world for young readers. For real elephant enthusiasts this book also suggests websites and places to visit to find out even more!

This wonderful book about wolves covers a wide range of topics. Follow the story of a wolf pack and how they stick together to live and hunt. Learn about the amazing skills that the grey wolf has to survive, from its sharp senses and amazing memory, to it's ferocious ability to hunt and kill. And find out more about how wolves communicate with one another and look after their pups. For real wolf enthusiasts this book also suggests websites and places to visit to find out even more!