This is an inspiring tour of the world's oceans and 80 of its most notable inhabitants. Beautifully illustrated, the book includes fascinating stories of the fish, shellfish and other sea life that have somehow impacted human life - whether in our medicine, culture or folklore - in often surprising and unexpected ways.
A 1000-PIECE NATURE JIGSAW with 20 uniquely shaped pieces. Completed puzzle measures 485 x 680mm.
DISCOVER REMARKABLE STORIES about the world's oceans and sea creatures on the fold-out poster.
FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY from ages 6+.
LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.
Learn about and colour in the extraordinary ways nature has come back from the brink in this collection of nature recovery stories from around the world. From the recovery of endangered kiwi populations in New Zealand and the setting up of tiger reserves in India, to rescuing the blue butterflies in the English countryside and replanting the seagrass meadows in North America, there's a world of hope to colour in and explore. Each story of environmental recovery is accompanied by a huge, detailed colouring page to keep you entertained for hours. Created by Helen Scales, marine biologist and writer, and Good Wives & Warriors, the internationally renowned duo of illustrators behind Mythopedia and Return of the Wild.
Dans cet ouvrage, la spécialiste de biologie marine Helen Scales invite les enfants à découvrir et à observer les coquillages, dans la mer comme sur la terre. Par le biais d'une expérience sensorielle ponctuée de questions, elle dévoile l'incroyable diversité des coquillages dans le monde et présente les environnements dans lesquels ils vivent.
Née d'une terre à la dérive peu à peu engloutie par les vagues, la Grande barrière de corail aux eaux turquoise est l'un des sites naturels les plus riches et les plus beaux de notre planète. Aujourd'hui menacé par le changement climatique, la surpêche et les mers de plastique, cet écosystème unique au monde risque de disparaître. Quoi de mieux pour commencer à la protéger, que d'apprendre à la connaître ?
A stunning, lavishly illustrated, and information-packed introduction to the wonder of shells through the art of observation - the perfect book for young explorers, collectors, and nature lovers everywhere.
Award-winning marine biologist Helen Scales introduces children to the wonders of shells (from seashells to land snails) through the art of observation. Using a friendly question-and-answer format, she explores, through a richly sensory experience, the incredible diversity of shells around the world and showcases the environments molluscs inhabit. From what a shell's shape, colour, or texture can reveal about its inhabitant, to where shells are found (from the deepest seas to jungly treetops), with this book, readers can get up close with nature to observe its wonders.
In this board book companion to What a Shell Can Tell, award-winning marine biologist and documentary maker, Helen Scales, introduces children ages 2-4 to the wonders of shells. With over 40 flaps to lift creating interactive opportunities on every page, stunningly lifelike illustrations, children are encouraged to observe, engage with, and understand a range of shells and environments. From where shells are found and who lives in them, to what a shell's look and feel can reveal about its inhabitant and environment.
With nearly 400,000 square kilometers of dazzling colour, intricate ecosystems and unique creatures - The Great Barrier Reef is one of the greatest natural wonders of our world.
Vibrant, dynamic artwork illuminate this enchanting place, its animal inhabitants and the people who have embraced it as a centerpiece of their cultures. Learn all about how the reef came to be, its place in the world and perhaps most importantly, what we can all do to help ensure that the Great Barrier Reef will be around for future generations to discover!
