Magic and Mystery of the Natural World - Böcker

Learn about the amazing natural science of trees in this illustrated nature and science book for kids aged 7-9.From the highest branch and leaf down to the complex "wood wide web" of roots, it's no wonder every part of a tree plays an important role in its own growth and the habitat of the whole forest or woodland. The Magic & Mystery of Trees is a nature book that takes children on a fascinating journey of exploration, showing them just how special these mighty organisms are.Did you know that trees can communicate with each other and warn each other predators? Or that they can record the past, and anticipate the future to ensure their survival? Dive deep into the pages of this nature book for kids to discover exactly how trees nurture their networks, and explore extraordinary trees from all around the world. Explore the pages of this terrific book on trees to discover: -Groundbreaking explanations on the science of tree communication-Supports KS1 and KS2 curriculum within Science and Geography subjects-In collaboration with RHS, the UK's leading gardening charity-Striking and detailed illustrations throughout the book-Includes fun practical activities such as planting your own tree and measuring a tree's age The Magic & Mystery of Trees is a must-have volume for children aged 7-9 with an interest in both nature and science, doubling up as the perfect volume for parents, grandparents and educators who are seeking a fun and engaging nature book for children to explore and love, whilst they learn lots of unbe-leaf-able facts that may coincide with their Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 curriculum for both Science and Geography. Split into 4 core chapters, covering everything from reproduction to rainforests, the wood wide web to deforestation and its effects, as well as fun facts about trees you may have never heard of before, and engaging activities to teach kids how to plant a tree. The Magic & Mystery of Trees is sure to delight all curious nature lovers out there.

Enter the world of oceans and discover all the interesting animals that live in them!Swim with jellyfish, wonder at the busy life of a seagrass meadow, and fence with narwhals. Children will be delighted to learn about life under the sea and how to conserve it for generations to come.Inside the pages of Earth's Incredible Oceans, you'll discover:- Fascinating information about oceans that supports and goes beyond the national curriculum- Fun and unusual facts for curious 7-9 year-olds about amazing sea creatures, underwater habitats, and how we can bring about environmental change - Compelling and factual text written by animal expert Jess French, and beautifully detailed ocean-themed illustrations by Claire McElfatrickLet's go on an underwater adventure! From glowing jellyfish to deep-sea dwellers, they'll discover the incredible secret world of life under the sea. This ocean book is filled with colourful visuals that will delight and inspire kids - teaching them the importance of the ocean and how we can help to take care of it.Fish, sharks, whales, and invertebrates swim through the pages of this colourful ocean book, which combines gorgeous illustrations and photos to help young enthusiasts learn all about the world's oceans. Children will learn interesting facts, and explanations about how the ocean functions, such as, how underwater plants and species rely on each other, and how ocean animals have fun and look after their young. This beautiful book is the perfect gift for young animal and conservation enthusiasts.Complete the Series: DK's Kid's Nature series of educational books for kids teach them about the magical natural world. Other books in this series include The Magic and Mystery of Trees and The Book of Brilliant Bugs.

Journey through the skies with this beautifully illustrated bird book for children!Parrots, hummingbirds, eagles and more, swoop across the pages of this colorful bird book, featuring illustrations and photographs to immerse young nature enthusiasts in the extraordinary world of birds. Discover the surprising homes, relationships, and habitats of our feathered friends, and learn about how we can protect the wonderful bird world. Within its pages, you will find: -Fascinating and detailed information about birds, making it a perfect classroom read-A glossary of bird terminology and full list of national birds -Detailed illustrations and photographs of all things bird - beaks, feathers, nests, eggs, habitats and more! -Fun and surprising facts that will make you want to learn moreDiscover the wondrous world of birds!Also known as the Urban Birder, author David Lindo's engaging text will show children just how amazing birds are, what they do for our planet, and how we can help to protect birds and their natural habitats. This book shows that birding can be accessible to all, inspiring even city-dwellers to engage with birds in urban environments.Accompanied by enchanting illustrations of bird families including gamebirds, flightless birds, and perching birds, are amazing facts about how birds talk to each other, what they eat, and how they are able to fly.From frozen ice-scapes to sweltering deserts, from prehistoric ancestors to amazing adaptations, explore the surprising homes, relationships, and habits of our feathered friends.For the bird watchers of the future, this is the perfect bird identification book for kids to encourage their interest in the animal planet, and learn how to conserve it. Explore the natural world in its entirety! The Extraordinary World of Birds is the most recent title in the breathtaking series that contains The Magic and Mystery of Trees, The Book of Brilliant Bugs, and Earth's Incredible Oceans.

Enter the world of the Arctic and Antarctic, in this gorgeously illustrated book for young animal and conservation enthusiasts.Polar bears and penguins glide and whales and walruses dive across the pages of this colourful book, which takes children on a fascinating sub-zero journey of the amazing Earth's poles.The Frozen Worlds combines stunning illustrations and photos to help young enthusiasts aged 7-9 learn all about the Arctic and Antarctic. From incredible frozen rivers to Antarctic volcanoes, they'll discover the incredible secret life of Earth's polar regions, as well as which plants and animals live near them, and how they can protect them from the issues facing them today. Children will love finding out all about the different people who live and work here, and how they can help take care of the Arctic and Antarctic themselves.This fascinating book for children features: - Intriguing information about the Arctic and Antarctic, that supports and goes beyond the curriculum!- Factual, fascinating, and fun content - with detailed illustrations and photographs of animals, icebergs, and more.- An engaging mixture of stunning photography and detailed illustrations by Claire McElfatrick.- Exciting and unusual facts convey information about our amazing polar regions.The Frozen Worlds covers a wide range of exciting subjects about the polar regions, from their wildlife to their geography and history, including a multitude of polar life, amazing facts on how icebergs are formed, how animals survive in the freezing cold, and how scientists study the Antarctic. Children with an interest in the Earth's icy poles will love reading about the ecosystems, habitats and climates in these fascinating regions.

Enter the prehistoric world for an incredible four-billion year journey in this book for young history and dinosaur enthusiasts.Take children on a fascinating journey through history, showing them how and where their favourite dinosaurs came to exist, and how events from billions of years ago are still affecting our natural world today.Packed with dynamic historical content, Prehistoric Worlds combines illustrations and photos to help young historians aged 7-9 learn all about the period that shaped our planet. Meet favourite dinosaurs, from the terrifying T.Rex to the spiky stegosaurus; nurture your inner palaeontologist by learning about prehistoric plant and animal fossils; and discover destructive extinction events that changed the world forever.Inside this dinosaur book for children, you’ll find: - A wide range of prehistoric life and its chronology, including plants and animals from this period, and the continental shifts that shaped our world today.- Information on natural history written by palaeontologist and scientist Ashley Hall.- Illustrations and expert CGI imagery showing different types of dinosaur species.Plants flourish, birds evolve, and dinosaurs charge across the pages of this lively and colourful book. From oceans teeming with life to destructive asteroids, children will discover the incredible timeline of prehistoric life that resulted in the world we recognise today.

Enter the magical worlds of land, sea, and sky and meet the incredible creatures and plants that make their homes there in this wonderful nature box set.The Magic and Mystery of Nature Collection combines four visually detailed titles: The Magic and Mystery of Trees, The Book of Brilliant Bugs, Earth's Incredible Oceans, and The Frozen Worlds, in one exquisite slipcase that takes kids aged 7-9 through the fascinating world nature.This boxset contains:The Magic and Mystery of TreesLearn about the fascinating natural science of trees and just how special these mighty organisms are.The Book of Brilliant BugsEnter the kingdom of bugs with insects, arachnids, worms, and molluscs crawling across the pages of this colourful bug book.Earth's Incredible OceansFrom glowing jellyfish to deep sea dwellers, this colourful book will uncover the incredible secret world of life under the sea.The Frozen WorldsGo on a fascinating sub-zero journey, showing just how amazing Earth's poles are and how we can protect them from the issues facing them today.This nature box set for kids offers: - An educational four-book collection about nature for young animal and conversation enthusiasts.- Environmental information and unusual facts to teach children about our amazing world.- High-quality illustrations on the natural world by Claire McElfatrickThe Magic and Mystery of Nature Collection features the brilliant kingdom of insects, the secret life of Earth's polar regions, the science of trees, and the incredible oceans on this planet. This box set will take young readers on a journey of discovery, as they learn all about the astonishing environments on Earth, from which animals live there to how we can contribute to conservation efforts.

Enter the world of amazing planets, swirling nebulae, and distant galaxies for an unforgettable journey through space.The Magic and Mystery of Space combines vivid illustrations with dazzling and up-to-date photography to help young scientists aged 7-9 learn all there is to know about space.Children will love to learn about the planets in our Solar System and distant black holes as they discover incredible facts and journey through space. This space guide features fascinating topics, like how stars die, what scientists do in space and what life could look like on other planets.This space book for kids offers: A new and updated edition in the popular Magic and Mystery of series with all the latest facts and images.Striking illustrations by Claire McElfatrick, who has illustrated all the books in this series, combined with fascinating photography and expert CGIs.Material written by an expert space and science communicator, who is passionate about educating children about the cosmos.Key topics for 7–9 year olds, including planets, the Solar System, space missions and plenty of space facts.The Magic and Mystery of Space brings the cosmos closer to home. Children will see incredible views from space telescopes, discover what it’s like walking on the Moon, and learn how to star-gaze. They’ll even get to meet some of the animals who have been to space! Filled with facts and fun, this book presents a beautiful and new take on space and is perfect for any young space lovers or future astronauts.