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Del 4 - Tales of
Tales of Ancient Egypt
Myths & Adventures from the Land of the Pyramids
AvHugo D. Cook,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
174 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Discover amazing true stories and breathtaking myths from ancient Egypt in this book by TikTok Egyptologist Hugo D. Cook, featuring stunning illustrations from Sona Avedikian.Everyone knows the story of Tutankhamun, but the ancient Egyptian civilization lasted for more than 3,000 years – which means there are loads more amazing tales to be told! Egyptologist and TikTok star Hugo D. Cook (aka Hugo the Egyptologist) has scoured ancient texts and translated hieroglyphs to bring readers stories of love, betrayal, and royal scandal featuring pharaohs, priests, gods, and goddesses.The book combines historical stories, including the time Cleopatra hid in a sack to be smuggled into a palace to meet Julius Caesar, with rip-roaring myths, like the Cinderella story of a peasant girl who married the pharaoh when he found her slipper. Readers will also be awed by incredible lesser-known stories such as: How Ramses the Great dealt with a horde of mysterious piratesThe real story of a queen's cunning plot to assassinate the kingThe shapeshifting wizard-king who defended Egypt with magic boatsTold with great fun and impeccably researched, readers will slip into a tomb at night with a band of mischievous tomb robbers and witness epic battles featuring elephants and ostriches. Interspersed through the stories are pages explaining the history of ancient Egypt on the banks of the Nile, from how pyramids were built to a step-by-step guide to wrapping a mummy.With a beautiful cloth-textured cover featuring shiny foil, Tales of Ancient Egypt is the perfect gift for kids interested in ancient Egypt.
Become a Chess Champion
Learn the Basics from a Pro
AvJames Canty III,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
156 kr
Skickas
Kids will learn how to master the basics of the classic board game in this fun beginner’s guide from professional chess player James Canty III.The book is structured like a chess course, with knowledge carefully introduced as readers turn the pages – assisted by hilarious chess pieces illustrated by Brian Lambert. The emphasis is on fun: James Canty III uses mini games and chess puzzles to teach important concepts and avoid overwhelming beginners. Kids will learn key skills like how to play the perfect opening and trick their opponents to bring about checkmate. By the end of the book readers should be able to confidently take on their parents, guardians or grandparents in a competitive game of chess!Become a Chess Champion also introduces kids to the wonderful world of chess. They’ll meet the chess player who didn’t lose a game for 30 years, the priest who invented the folding chess board, and the astronauts on the International Space station who had a chess match with people back on Earth!As well as being great fun, chess also helps kids develop key skills such as strategising, patience, and logic, and helps them excel in school subjects such as maths.Check it out!
Del 1 - Extreme Survival Guides
How to Survive the Ice Age
Chilling Adventures in a Frozen World
AvEmily L. Lindsey,Tyler Haydenm. fl.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
157 kr
Kommande
A hilarious guide to surviving mammoths, sabre-toothed cats and blizzards, written by experts from La Brea Tar Pits paleontological research site, in California. Perfect for fans of the Ice Age movies!Travel back in time thousands of years for a chilling adventure in a frozen world.Guided by Ice Age experts Emily L. Lindsey and Tyler Hayden, you'll be ready to face whatever is blown your way. Need to trap a woolly mammoth? Guide them toward a tar pit. Want to claim a cave as your new home? Lure out a giant sloth. Need to escape a pack of dire wolves? Well . . . run!In this fun survival guide, you'll discover what to expect when venturing to a remote ice age island (spoiler: mini mammoths and giant birds!), and how to avoid being trampled on by a herd of woolly rhinos. Along the way you'll also learn about how Pleistocene people lived and discover how iconic animals survived such harsh conditions.Hilarious graphic novel-style illustrations by award-winning artist Aaron Cushley convey the chilling thrills of the Ice Age epoch. Funny details in the illustrations will keep even the most reluctant of readers entertained.Also available in the series: How to Survive an Apocalypse and How to Survive on the Moon
Dinosaur Explorer
A Search-and-Find Book
AvKiersten Formoso,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
123 kr
Kommande
Travel back in time to the land of the dinosaurs to spot more than 150 prehistoric creatures in this search-and-find book by paleontologist Dr Kiersten Formoso.Thousands of dinosaurs roamed the Earth during prehistoric times! Will kids be able to spot some of these iconic giants? In this beautiful search-and-find book, kids will have fun for hours as they try to find the T. rexes stalking their lunch prey, the herd of Triceratops squaring up for a fight, and the Pterodactylus hungry for a snack. Will they be able to spot the dome-headed dinosaurs clashing heads? Or the Oviraptor babies who just hatched in the sandy dunes of Mongolia?Vibrant illustrations by Hannah Abbo make for epic prehistoric scenes. As kids pore over the details, they'll also learn how fossils are discovered and preserved, and why different dinosaurs had different diets.Collect the series with Ocean Explorer.
We Need To Talk About Penises
An IMPORTANT Book About Puberty, Sex, Adolescence, and Masculinity
AvLane Hinchcliffe,Neon Squid
Häftad, Engelska, 2027
123 kr
Kommande
An honest book about penises, puberty, adolescence, and masculinity from Dr Lane Hinchcliffe.This taboo-busting guide is a helpful tool to help both parents and boys have conversations about something we don't discuss often - penises! Growing up is typically considered embarrassing or awkward to talk about, but author Dr Lane Hinchcliffe has a lot of experience in working with tweens and teens and is here to separate fact from fiction.In this book, featuring sensitive illustrations by Anna Shepeta, readers and their caregivers will get the answers to questions such as:What happens to the male body during puberty?What is toxic masculinity and why is it harmful?What is consent and why is it important?Taking a fact-based approach, readers will discover the anatomy of the penis, how to take care of it, along with busting some of the myths that we've all been told about them. It will also give advice about saying safe online, the realities of porn, and why contraception is everyones responsibility.This book is an essential resource to help kids and families navigate adolescence and puberty.Also available in this critically-acclaimed series: We Need to Talk About Vaginas, We Need to Talk About Divorce, We Need to Talk About Death, We Need to Talk About Cancer.
Declassified!
Spy Stories We Know About
AvAmanda Ohkle,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
134 kr
Kommande
CONFIDENTIAL: a dossier of some of the world’s most outrageous real spy stories, perfect for young fans of James Bond and Mission Impossible.In Declassified! we can neither confirm nor deny that children will be thrilled by some of the wildest moments in espionage history, including:The Russian mole working inside the FBI who was finally caught with the help of a 25-year-old posing undercover as his assistant.The time a Bulgarian dissident was killed by an umbrella-wielding spy on a bridge in London.Operation Acoustic Kitty, when the CIA implanted microphones into cats' ears to use them as listening devices (an operation abandoned because of a complete failure to get the cats to do as they were told)Along the way, author Amanda Ohkle from the International Spy Museum weaves in explanations of key moments in history, from the American Revolution to the Cold War. Meanwhile stunning illustrations by Sam Caldwell will transport readers back to the dark alleys of Renaissance Europe, clandestine World War II hideouts, and secret KGB headquarters.Please burn after reading – but don’t actually, this book deserves re-reading!
Del 13 - Young Zoologist
Manatee (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Gentle Sea Cow
AvTiare Fridrich,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
111 kr
Kommande
A first field guide to the cute sea cows written by Save the Manatee biologist Tiare Fridrich, with illustrations by Ester Gouw.You might know that manatees are slow-moving mammals that spend most of their day munching on seagrass, but there’s so much more to learn about these friendly sea creatures. Discover the cute sounds they use to communicate, the surprising land animal they’re closely related to, and which mythical creature Christopher Columbus once confused them for!You’ll also discover the threats manatees face in their natural habitat and how you can help. Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, it’s a must for all manatee fans!Manatee (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting series of collectable animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.Also available: Axolotl and Capybara!
Once Upon A Time
15 Bedtime Stories from History
AvClaire Cock-Starkey,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
181 kr
Kommande
Once Upon a Time is an anthology of bedtime stories featuring 15 true tales all the way from ancient Egypt and the Vikings up to the 20th century.Each tale features an inspiring figure or hidden hero on an uplifting adventure. Kids will be awe-struck by:· The ancient Chinese emperor whose sacrifice saved his people· Holy Roman Empress Matilda who escaped her castle in 1142 and camouflaged herself as a ghost· The enslaved man who escaped to freedom by "posting" himself in a boxThe stories are accompanied by bonus information panels that give context to the stories and teach readers about the people, places, and history behind each tale. With a foiled, cloth effect cover featuring embossed artwork and a ribbon marker inside, Once Upon a Time has the timeless appeal of a beautifully illustrated bedtime book with the thrills of historical adventure and real-life stories.
Mysteries of the Earth
Our Weird and Wonderful Planet Explained
AvSaad Bhatty,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
133 kr
Kommande
An Earth science book with a twist—explore the surprising science behind the bizarre and puzzling things our little planet does, from geologist Saad Bhatty, with illustrations by Daniel Nelson.Discover the answers to questions you didn't even know you had, including:Are trees talking to each other?Is my tea actually dinosaur pee?Can we really smell when it's about to rain?Do you know what weather phenomenon can cause it to rain fish? Or why maps have been lying to you about what the planet really looks like? How about where volcanoes are hiding under thick snow? Filled with weird, surprising, and downright disgusting facts, Mysteries of the Earth is erupting with cool science to impress your friends, family, and teachers.Also available: Mysteries of the Human Body by Dr. Azmain Khan.
101 Animals You've Never Heard Of
An illustrated guide to the world's weirdest animals
AvEllen Weatherford,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
157 kr
Kommande
A beautiful anthology of the world's weirdest animals!Have you heard of the pumpkin toadlet, or the pig-nosed turtle? How about the bearded vulture and the tree kangaroo? In this beautiful anthology, kids will come face to face with some of the world's most unique and truly bizarre-looking animals. From epic mountaintops to the depths of our oceans, they'll meet magnificent leafy seadragons, horned screamers who sport a long horn on their foreheads (just like unicorns!), and clumsy pumpkin toadlets flinging themselves through the forest floor.Weird animals often act weirdly, too! Kids will be shocked to learn that the Eastern quoll can glow under UV light, and that giraffe-necked weevils pick fights by swinging their long necks like wrecking balls! This book is perfect for STEM learning. Kids will discover why binturongs smell like popcorn, why the pink Amazon river dolphins have wrinkles on their noses, and why a star-nosed mole's iconic nose is shaped, well, like a star!Wildlife enthusiast and podcast host Ellen Weatherford adds a touch of humour and whimsy to each spread. With 128 pages filled with beautiful and timeless artwork by star illustrator Nikola Aronová, kids can dip in and out of this beautiful anthology.Featuring timeless artwork by Nikola Aronová and boasting a cover filled with foil, 101 Animals You've Never Heard Of is a beautiful gift for animal-mad kids.
The Big Book of Useless Knowledge: 250 of the Coolest, Weirdest, and Most Unbelievable Facts You Won't Be Taught in School
AvNeon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
327 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Busy Bees
AvNeon Squid
Kartonnage, Engelska, 2026
184 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Busy bees, what would we do without you?Meet the nature heroes that are saving our planet every day: the busy bees!In this gentle rhyming book, babies and toddlers will go on an adventure with a bee as it pollinates flowers. They'll be introduced to how bees keep their environment healthy, and why they do a funny dance to communicate with other bees back in the hive.Peek-through holes in the pages invite the reader to engage with the book. The organically shaped edges are also perfect for little ones.Stunning and adorable illustrations by Moesha Kellaway make this cute board book the perfect gift for toddlers who love the outdoors and are curious about nature.Also available: Fungi Friends, Brilliant Bugs, Wiggly Worms.
Wiggly Worms
AvNeon Squid
Kartonnage, Engelska, 2026
123 kr
Skickas
Wiggly worms, what would we do without you?Meet the nature heroes that are saving our planet every day: the wiggly worms!In this gentle rhyming book, babies and toddlers will go on an adventure with a worm as it wiggles and waggles underground. They'll be introduced to how worms keep their ecosystem healthy, and learn about their superpower of creating soil and recycling nutrients.Peek-through holes in the pages invite the reader to engage with the book. The organically shaped edges are also perfect for little ones.Stunning and adorable illustrations by Moesha Kellaway make this cute board book the perfect gift for toddlers who love the outdoors and are curious about nature.Also available: Fungi Friends, Brilliant Bugs, Busy Bees.
Book of Sisters
Biographies of Incredible Siblings Through History
AvOlivia Meikle,Katie Nelsonm. fl.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
151 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Winner at the International Literacy Association's Children's and Young Adult Book Awards 2023!Queens. Warriors. Witches. Revolutionaries. History is full of sisters making their mark.Meet incredible women in this non-fiction book for kids, from Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret to tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams. Authors (and sisters!) Olivia Meikle and Katie Nelson have scoured history for jaw-dropping stories of amazing siblings, including:– Why Egyptian ruler Cleopatra went to war against her younger sister Arsinoë– How Native American sisters Maria and Marjorie Tallchief became America’s first star ballerinas– What made samurai sisters Nakano Takeko and Nakano Yuko take on an entire armyThrough the stories of the sisters, readers will go on a whirlwind tour of women’s history, from the courts of Imperial China to the French Revolution. And you’ll discover that stories about sisters aren’t anything new – they can be traced back to ancient tales, from Greek goddesses to Maya mythology.
Hospital
The Inside Story
AvDr. Christle Nwora,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
119 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
"Flying ambulances, stretchers and X-ray machines – no corner of the hospital is left unexplored in this joyfully informative book, ideal for prospective young patients and curious minds alike" – The iIt’s another busy day at the hospital! Meet doctors and nurses, ride in an ambulance, and discover the magic of medicine in this non-fiction story for kids.This book is perfect for any child who is nervous about a trip to the hospital. Dr Christle Nwora takes readers behind the scenes to meet the incredible people who keep you healthy, from surgeons to mental health therapists. Dr Nwora also explains the science behind how things work, from X-rays to operating theatres.Set over the course of one day, you’ll follow different patients through their trip to the hospital, including:– A couple having a new baby– A boy getting a cast for his broken arm– A woman on her way to have an operationAs you turn the pages of this book, illustrated by Ginnie Hsu, marvel at the way hospital staff work together – see who prepares the food in the canteen, what goes on in the laundry room, and what doctors chat about during their coffee break.Once you’ve read this book you’ll realise hospitals are full of heroes!
Animal Sidekicks
Amazing Stories of Symbiosis in Animals and Plants
AvMacken Murphy,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
152 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK - PRESS ASSOCIATIONHeard 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 skilfully 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 massageYou’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!
Big Cats (A Day in the Life)
What Do Lions, Tigers and Panthers Get up to All Day?
AvTyus D. Williams,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
99 kr
Skickas
Selected as one of the Best Picture Books of 2022 by Kirkus "Ideal for 5+ fans of Owen Davey’s wildlife books" – The GuardianSet over a 24-hour period, meet sparring snow leopards, sprinting cheetahs, and slumbering jaguars in this kids’ nonfiction book about the biggest cats on Earth.Follow the lives of individual big cats as they roar, hunt, fight, and play their way through the day. Wildlife expert Tyus D. Williams cleverly weaves the story from leopard to mountain lion in the style of a nature documentary, including gentle science explanations perfect for future zoologists. Witness incredible moments including:- A panther hunting a crocodile- Cheetah cubs play fighting- A battle between lionesses and hyenasBeautifully illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat and packed with animal facts, Big Cats (A Day in the Life) is part of an exciting series of animal books from Neon Squid.
Del 1 - Tales of
Tales of Ancient Worlds
Adventures in Archaeology
AvStefan Milosavljevich,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
167 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
What links shipwrecks, Egyptian treasure, and fossilised Viking poo? They’re all things that have been discovered by archaeologists!Pick up your shovel and Indiana Jones hat and dig into the world of archaeology in this non-fiction kids’ book by YouTuber Stefan Milosavljevich. Alongside beautiful illustrations by Sam Caldwell you’ll find incredible tales from history, including:The ancient Egyptian city found at the bottom of the oceanThe terracotta army that hid underground for 2,000 yearsThe mysterious Ice Age temple made from mammoth bonesAlong the way you’ll also find out if you have what it takes to be an archaeologist, unearth (literally) groundbreaking scientific techniques, and meet the pioneering women and men who have brought the past back to life.'This book will delight anyone with a budding interest in archaeology' – NatureDiscover even more with Tales of the Prehistoric World, Tales of World War II and Tales of Pirates.
Rewilding
Bringing Wildlife Back Where It Belongs
AvDavid A. Steen,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
130 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
"This informative, colourful hardback takes a detailed look inside the rewilding process, giving a whistle-stop tour of reintroduction projects around the globe and telling inspiring stories of wildlife brought back from the brink." – BBC Wildlife Magazine"For seven- or eight-and-up, a down-to-earth guide with a clear and hopeful message: humans have damaged the natural world, but with care, time and resources, we can make amends." – The GuardianRewilding 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 homeThroughout 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.
Del 1 - Young Zoologist
Giant Panda (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Bamboo-Loving Bear from China
AvVanessa Hull,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
100 kr
Skickas
Head to the mountains of China to study panda bears in this beautiful non-fiction field guide for kids.You might know that pandas like to snack on bamboo, but there’s so much more to find out about this mysterious black-and-white bear! Turn the pages to discover where pandas like to spend their summers, and how cute they are as newly-born cubs. Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also explains how poaching and deforestation made pandas an endangered species – and what needs to be done to protect their habitats in the future.Written by giant panda expert Vanessa Hull, and featuring stunning illustrations by Charlotte Molas, Giant Panda (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting new series of animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.
Del 2 - Young Zoologist
Humpback Whale (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Singing Giant of the Ocean
AvAsha de Vos,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
100 kr
Skickas
Head to the depths of the ocean to study humpback whales in this beautiful non-fiction field guide for kids.You may know that humpback whales use whale song to communicate with each other, but there’s so much more to discover about these giants of the sea! In this book, acclaimed marine biologist Dr Asha de Vos explains how humpbacks use special bubble nets to catch fish, and why their poo is so important! Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also explains how hunting made humpback whales an endangered species – and how conservation efforts have seen their numbers increase again. Featuring stunning illustrations by Jialei Sun, Humpback Whale (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting new series of animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.
Sharks (A Day in the Life)
What Do Great Whites, Hammerheads, and Whale Sharks Get Up To All Day?
AvCarlee Jackson,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
119 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Set over a 24-hour period, meet deadly tiger sharks, baby lemon sharks, and gigantic basking sharks in this kids’ non-fiction book about the coolest predators in the ocean.Dive under the sea to follow the lives of individual sharks as they hunt, hide, and play their way through their day. Marine biologist and shark conservationist Carlee Jackson cleverly weaves the story from gargantuan whale sharks to tiny epaulette sharks (who hunt in rock pools!) in the style of a nature documentary. She also includes gentle science explanations perfect for future biologists. Witness incredible moments including:A great white shark escaping a pod of orcasA giant hammerhead hunting stingraysA nurse shark asleep in a coral reefBeautifully illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat and packed with animal facts, Sharks (A Day in the Life) encourages kids to look at sharks in a new light – not just fearsome hunters but endangered animals who play a key role in the ocean’s ecosystem.Also available: Bugs, Big Cats, Horses, Birds, Frogs
Aliens
Join the Scientists Searching Space for Extraterrestrial Life
AvJoalda Morancy,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
157 kr
Skickas
"Packs a wealth of information about the complexities of space and the possibility of life beyond Earth... You’ll wow your friends and family with the otherworldly tidbits you discover." – Time for KidsDo aliens exist? Are UFOs real? The race is on to discover alien life in the universe!This book will sort myth from fact to bring you the real science behind the search for alien lifeforms. Space expert Joalda Morancy will take readers on a tour of the Solar System (and beyond) on board new NASA missions searching for the most likely alien hiding places – from icy moons of Jupiter to the clouds of Venus. Along the way kids will find out about:– The robots sent to Mars to look for Martians– What really goes on at Area 51– Ways to spot an advanced alien civilisation (hint – look for dim stars)Readers will explore a comet, race futuristic spaceships, and discuss what we would say to aliens when we finally meet them (after “hello!”).They may seem as fanciful as wizards and monsters, but this book will show that scientists not only believe that aliens exist – but that it’s only a matter of time before we find them.
Horses (A Day in the Life)
What Do Wild Horses like Mustangs and Ponies Get Up To All Day?
AvCarly Anne York,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
96 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Set over a 24-hour period, meet fighting stallions, cute foals, and nosy donkeys in this kids’ non-fiction book about the coolest wild horses in the world.Race across prairies to follow the lives of horses and ponies as they whinny, neigh, and play their way through their day. Biology professor and horse owner Carly Anne York tells the story of the wild horses in the style of a nature documentary, including gentle science explanations perfect for future biologists. Witness incredible moments including:A brumby searching for a drink in the Australian outbackPrzewalski's horses exploring an abandoned cityZebras avoiding predators in the African savannahBeautifully illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat and packed with animal facts, Horses (A Day in the Life) is a perfect book for horse-mad kids.Also available: Bugs, Big Cats, Sharks, Birds, Frogs
Del 3 - Young Zoologist
Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Flightless Bird from Antarctica
AvDr. Michelle LaRue,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
100 kr
Skickas
Take to the Antarctic ice to study emperor penguins in this beautiful non-fiction field guide for kids.You might know that emperor penguins are the largest penguin species, but there’s so much more to learn about this flightless bird. Turn the pages to discover what makes them undertake epic journeys every year, and how scientists have spotted their poo from space! Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also explains what makes emperor penguins such great ocean swimmers, and how their cute chicks manage to stay warm in freezing Antarctic conditions. It also looks at the conservation challenges these iconic animals face due to climate change and melting sea ice.Written by penguin professor Dr Michelle LaRue and featuring stunning illustrations by Pham Quang Phuc, Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting new series of animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.Also available: Humpback Whale, Giant Panda, African Elephant, Honey Bee, Koala, Green Sea Turtle
Del 4 - Young Zoologist
African Elephant (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Big-Eared Giant of the Savannah
AvFestus W. Ihwagi,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
100 kr
Skickas
Head on safari to the grasslands of Africa to study African elephants in this beautiful non-fiction field guide for kids.You might know that African elephants are the largest land animals on Earth, but there’s so much more to learn about these tusked creatures. Turn the pages to find out why the grandmother is in charge of an elephant family, and why big ears help elephants cool down! Meet a baby elephant as it takes its first steps, and discover how to tell the difference between an African elephant and an Asian elephant. The book also looks at the conservation challenges these iconic animals face due to climate change and ivory poaching.Written by elephant expert Dr Festus W. Ihwagi and featuring stunning illustrations by Nic Jones, African Elephant (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting new series of animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.Also available: Humpback Whale, Giant Panda, Emperor Penguin
Del 2 - Tales of
Tales of the Prehistoric World
Adventures from the Land of the Dinosaurs
AvKallie Moore,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
174 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Travel back in time in this collection of exhilarating dinosaur adventures for kids aged 7-10 from palaeontologist and YouTuber Kallie Moore.Who needs Jurassic World when the truth is this exciting? Prepare yourself for jaw-dropping discoveries, scandalous stories, and dinosaurs so weird you won’t believe they’re real! The tales in this dinosaur book are all completely true and many are included in a kids’ book for the first time. Readers will come face-to-face with incredible prehistoric beasts including the Australian dinosaurs that fossilized into gemstones, the prehistoric shark with a circular saw in its mouth, and the relative of T. rex that was found frozen at the top of a mountain in Antarctica…The book is broken down into chapters covering the whole of Earth’s history:Chapter 1 - The Beginning - featuring prehistoric goo and the first squishy animalsChapter 2 - An Explosion of Life - featuring king-sized trilobites, armoured fish, and giant bugs!Chapter 3 - The Age of Reptiles - featuring spiny sauropods, pterosaurs the size of airplanes, and musical dinosaurs.Chapter 4 - The Recent Past - featuring gigantic snakes, Ice Age mammoths and sabre-toothed cats, and the hairy primates that would one day evolve into humans!Every thrilling story has been meticulously researched by author Kallie Moore, a fossil expert who also hosts the hit YouTube show PBS Eons. Beautiful illustrations by critically-acclaimed illustrator Becky Thorns bring incredible prehistoric beasts like Stegosaurus and Triceratops to life for younger readers.Unlike most kids’ dinosaur books on the market, Tales of the Prehistoric World shines a light on the work of palaeontologists – from Susan Hendrickson, who discovered the most complete T. rex ever found, to Nizar Ibrahim, whose discoveries in the Sahara desert changed everything we thought we knew about Spinosaurus (SPOILER: it could swim!)A gift to stand the test of timeThis beautiful hardback book makes the perfect gift for dino-mad kids. The cloth-textured cover is gilded with gold foil, and everything is printed using sustainable FSC® certified paper.Collect the seriesPart of Neon Squid’s acclaimed series of educational bedtime stories that also includes Tales of Ancient Worlds and Tales of World War II.
Birds (A Day in the Life)
What Do Flamingos, Owls, and Penguins Get Up To All Day?
AvAlex Bond,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
97 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Set over a 24-hour period, meet speedy ostriches, tiny hummingbirds, and majestic eagles in this kids’ non-fiction book about the coolest birds in the world.Soar through the skies to follow the lives of our feathered friends as they fight, dance, and play their way through their day. Ornithologist Dr Alex Bond tells the story of the world’s most amazing birds in the style of a nature documentary, including gentle science explanations perfect for future biologists. Witness incredible moments including:– A bald eagle on a fishing trip– Pink flamingos dancing to impress potential mates– A barn owl hunting in the duskBeautifully illustrated by Henry Rancourt and packed with animal facts, Birds (A Day in the Life) encourages kids to look at the incredible roles wild birds play in ecosystems across the globe.Also available: Bugs, Big Cats, Sharks, Horses, Frogs
Del 5 - Young Zoologist
Honey Bee (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the World’s Favourite Pollinating Insect
AvPriyadarshini Chakrabarti Basu,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
97 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
It takes 12 honey bees a lifetime to make just one teaspoon of honey – discover the incredible world of these vital pollinators!Explore the fascinating life of the world's favourite pollinating insect in Young Zoologist: Honey Bee by Dr Priyadarshini Chakrabarti Basu. This beautifully illustrated field guide invites children to discover the busy and complex world of honey bees. From the intricate anatomy of a worker bee to the bustling society of the hive – complete with queens, drones, and dedicated workers – young readers will learn exactly what makes these tiny creatures so vital to our ecosystems.This engaging STEM book covers the complete bee life cycle, how they turn nectar into sweet honey, the secret meaning behind their waggle dances, and the tools beekeepers use to care for them. It also highlights the environmental threats bees face today, such as climate change and habitat loss, offering practical, child-friendly tips on how we can all help save them.Perfect for budding scientists and nature lovers aged 5–10, this inspiring introduction to insect biology is written by an actual bee scientist. Part of the acclaimed Young Zoologist series of first field guides.
Del 6 - Young Zoologist
Koala (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Cuddly Marsupial from Australia
AvChris Daniels,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
99 kr
Skickas
Head down under to study koalas in this beautiful non-fiction field guide for kids.You might know that baby koalas spend time in their mother’s pouches, but there’s so much more to learn about these Australian marsupials! Turn the pages to discover why they spend 15 hours a day asleep, and how scientists use drones to monitor koala populations. Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also explains why koalas love to munch eucalyptus leaves, and why they are most certainly not bears! It also looks at the conservation challenges these iconic animals face due to climate change and forest fires.Written by Professor Chris Daniels and featuring stunning illustrations by Marianne Lock, Koala (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting series of animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.Also available: Humpback Whale, Giant Panda, African Elephant, Emperor Penguin, Honey Bee, Green Sea Turtle

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Del 4 - Tales of
Tales of Ancient Egypt
Myths & Adventures from the Land of the Pyramids
AvHugo D. Cook,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
174 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Discover amazing true stories and breathtaking myths from ancient Egypt in this book by TikTok Egyptologist Hugo D. Cook, featuring stunning illustrations from Sona Avedikian.Everyone knows the story of Tutankhamun, but the ancient Egyptian civilization lasted for more than 3,000 years – which means there are loads more amazing tales to be told! Egyptologist and TikTok star Hugo D. Cook (aka Hugo the Egyptologist) has scoured ancient texts and translated hieroglyphs to bring readers stories of love, betrayal, and royal scandal featuring pharaohs, priests, gods, and goddesses.The book combines historical stories, including the time Cleopatra hid in a sack to be smuggled into a palace to meet Julius Caesar, with rip-roaring myths, like the Cinderella story of a peasant girl who married the pharaoh when he found her slipper. Readers will also be awed by incredible lesser-known stories such as: How Ramses the Great dealt with a horde of mysterious piratesThe real story of a queen's cunning plot to assassinate the kingThe shapeshifting wizard-king who defended Egypt with magic boatsTold with great fun and impeccably researched, readers will slip into a tomb at night with a band of mischievous tomb robbers and witness epic battles featuring elephants and ostriches. Interspersed through the stories are pages explaining the history of ancient Egypt on the banks of the Nile, from how pyramids were built to a step-by-step guide to wrapping a mummy.With a beautiful cloth-textured cover featuring shiny foil, Tales of Ancient Egypt is the perfect gift for kids interested in ancient Egypt.
Become a Chess Champion
Learn the Basics from a Pro
AvJames Canty III,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
156 kr
Skickas
Kids will learn how to master the basics of the classic board game in this fun beginner’s guide from professional chess player James Canty III.The book is structured like a chess course, with knowledge carefully introduced as readers turn the pages – assisted by hilarious chess pieces illustrated by Brian Lambert. The emphasis is on fun: James Canty III uses mini games and chess puzzles to teach important concepts and avoid overwhelming beginners. Kids will learn key skills like how to play the perfect opening and trick their opponents to bring about checkmate. By the end of the book readers should be able to confidently take on their parents, guardians or grandparents in a competitive game of chess!Become a Chess Champion also introduces kids to the wonderful world of chess. They’ll meet the chess player who didn’t lose a game for 30 years, the priest who invented the folding chess board, and the astronauts on the International Space station who had a chess match with people back on Earth!As well as being great fun, chess also helps kids develop key skills such as strategising, patience, and logic, and helps them excel in school subjects such as maths.Check it out!
Del 1 - Extreme Survival Guides
How to Survive the Ice Age
Chilling Adventures in a Frozen World
AvEmily L. Lindsey,Tyler Haydenm. fl.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
157 kr
Kommande
A hilarious guide to surviving mammoths, sabre-toothed cats and blizzards, written by experts from La Brea Tar Pits paleontological research site, in California. Perfect for fans of the Ice Age movies!Travel back in time thousands of years for a chilling adventure in a frozen world.Guided by Ice Age experts Emily L. Lindsey and Tyler Hayden, you'll be ready to face whatever is blown your way. Need to trap a woolly mammoth? Guide them toward a tar pit. Want to claim a cave as your new home? Lure out a giant sloth. Need to escape a pack of dire wolves? Well . . . run!In this fun survival guide, you'll discover what to expect when venturing to a remote ice age island (spoiler: mini mammoths and giant birds!), and how to avoid being trampled on by a herd of woolly rhinos. Along the way you'll also learn about how Pleistocene people lived and discover how iconic animals survived such harsh conditions.Hilarious graphic novel-style illustrations by award-winning artist Aaron Cushley convey the chilling thrills of the Ice Age epoch. Funny details in the illustrations will keep even the most reluctant of readers entertained.Also available in the series: How to Survive an Apocalypse and How to Survive on the Moon
Dinosaur Explorer
A Search-and-Find Book
AvKiersten Formoso,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
123 kr
Kommande
Travel back in time to the land of the dinosaurs to spot more than 150 prehistoric creatures in this search-and-find book by paleontologist Dr Kiersten Formoso.Thousands of dinosaurs roamed the Earth during prehistoric times! Will kids be able to spot some of these iconic giants? In this beautiful search-and-find book, kids will have fun for hours as they try to find the T. rexes stalking their lunch prey, the herd of Triceratops squaring up for a fight, and the Pterodactylus hungry for a snack. Will they be able to spot the dome-headed dinosaurs clashing heads? Or the Oviraptor babies who just hatched in the sandy dunes of Mongolia?Vibrant illustrations by Hannah Abbo make for epic prehistoric scenes. As kids pore over the details, they'll also learn how fossils are discovered and preserved, and why different dinosaurs had different diets.Collect the series with Ocean Explorer.
We Need To Talk About Penises
An IMPORTANT Book About Puberty, Sex, Adolescence, and Masculinity
AvLane Hinchcliffe,Neon Squid
Häftad, Engelska, 2027
123 kr
Kommande
An honest book about penises, puberty, adolescence, and masculinity from Dr Lane Hinchcliffe.This taboo-busting guide is a helpful tool to help both parents and boys have conversations about something we don't discuss often - penises! Growing up is typically considered embarrassing or awkward to talk about, but author Dr Lane Hinchcliffe has a lot of experience in working with tweens and teens and is here to separate fact from fiction.In this book, featuring sensitive illustrations by Anna Shepeta, readers and their caregivers will get the answers to questions such as:What happens to the male body during puberty?What is toxic masculinity and why is it harmful?What is consent and why is it important?Taking a fact-based approach, readers will discover the anatomy of the penis, how to take care of it, along with busting some of the myths that we've all been told about them. It will also give advice about saying safe online, the realities of porn, and why contraception is everyones responsibility.This book is an essential resource to help kids and families navigate adolescence and puberty.Also available in this critically-acclaimed series: We Need to Talk About Vaginas, We Need to Talk About Divorce, We Need to Talk About Death, We Need to Talk About Cancer.
Declassified!
Spy Stories We Know About
AvAmanda Ohkle,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
134 kr
Kommande
CONFIDENTIAL: a dossier of some of the world’s most outrageous real spy stories, perfect for young fans of James Bond and Mission Impossible.In Declassified! we can neither confirm nor deny that children will be thrilled by some of the wildest moments in espionage history, including:The Russian mole working inside the FBI who was finally caught with the help of a 25-year-old posing undercover as his assistant.The time a Bulgarian dissident was killed by an umbrella-wielding spy on a bridge in London.Operation Acoustic Kitty, when the CIA implanted microphones into cats' ears to use them as listening devices (an operation abandoned because of a complete failure to get the cats to do as they were told)Along the way, author Amanda Ohkle from the International Spy Museum weaves in explanations of key moments in history, from the American Revolution to the Cold War. Meanwhile stunning illustrations by Sam Caldwell will transport readers back to the dark alleys of Renaissance Europe, clandestine World War II hideouts, and secret KGB headquarters.Please burn after reading – but don’t actually, this book deserves re-reading!
Del 13 - Young Zoologist
Manatee (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Gentle Sea Cow
AvTiare Fridrich,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
111 kr
Kommande
A first field guide to the cute sea cows written by Save the Manatee biologist Tiare Fridrich, with illustrations by Ester Gouw.You might know that manatees are slow-moving mammals that spend most of their day munching on seagrass, but there’s so much more to learn about these friendly sea creatures. Discover the cute sounds they use to communicate, the surprising land animal they’re closely related to, and which mythical creature Christopher Columbus once confused them for!You’ll also discover the threats manatees face in their natural habitat and how you can help. Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, it’s a must for all manatee fans!Manatee (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting series of collectable animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.Also available: Axolotl and Capybara!
Once Upon A Time
15 Bedtime Stories from History
AvClaire Cock-Starkey,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
181 kr
Kommande
Once Upon a Time is an anthology of bedtime stories featuring 15 true tales all the way from ancient Egypt and the Vikings up to the 20th century.Each tale features an inspiring figure or hidden hero on an uplifting adventure. Kids will be awe-struck by:· The ancient Chinese emperor whose sacrifice saved his people· Holy Roman Empress Matilda who escaped her castle in 1142 and camouflaged herself as a ghost· The enslaved man who escaped to freedom by "posting" himself in a boxThe stories are accompanied by bonus information panels that give context to the stories and teach readers about the people, places, and history behind each tale. With a foiled, cloth effect cover featuring embossed artwork and a ribbon marker inside, Once Upon a Time has the timeless appeal of a beautifully illustrated bedtime book with the thrills of historical adventure and real-life stories.
Mysteries of the Earth
Our Weird and Wonderful Planet Explained
AvSaad Bhatty,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
133 kr
Kommande
An Earth science book with a twist—explore the surprising science behind the bizarre and puzzling things our little planet does, from geologist Saad Bhatty, with illustrations by Daniel Nelson.Discover the answers to questions you didn't even know you had, including:Are trees talking to each other?Is my tea actually dinosaur pee?Can we really smell when it's about to rain?Do you know what weather phenomenon can cause it to rain fish? Or why maps have been lying to you about what the planet really looks like? How about where volcanoes are hiding under thick snow? Filled with weird, surprising, and downright disgusting facts, Mysteries of the Earth is erupting with cool science to impress your friends, family, and teachers.Also available: Mysteries of the Human Body by Dr. Azmain Khan.
101 Animals You've Never Heard Of
An illustrated guide to the world's weirdest animals
AvEllen Weatherford,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2027
157 kr
Kommande
A beautiful anthology of the world's weirdest animals!Have you heard of the pumpkin toadlet, or the pig-nosed turtle? How about the bearded vulture and the tree kangaroo? In this beautiful anthology, kids will come face to face with some of the world's most unique and truly bizarre-looking animals. From epic mountaintops to the depths of our oceans, they'll meet magnificent leafy seadragons, horned screamers who sport a long horn on their foreheads (just like unicorns!), and clumsy pumpkin toadlets flinging themselves through the forest floor.Weird animals often act weirdly, too! Kids will be shocked to learn that the Eastern quoll can glow under UV light, and that giraffe-necked weevils pick fights by swinging their long necks like wrecking balls! This book is perfect for STEM learning. Kids will discover why binturongs smell like popcorn, why the pink Amazon river dolphins have wrinkles on their noses, and why a star-nosed mole's iconic nose is shaped, well, like a star!Wildlife enthusiast and podcast host Ellen Weatherford adds a touch of humour and whimsy to each spread. With 128 pages filled with beautiful and timeless artwork by star illustrator Nikola Aronová, kids can dip in and out of this beautiful anthology.Featuring timeless artwork by Nikola Aronová and boasting a cover filled with foil, 101 Animals You've Never Heard Of is a beautiful gift for animal-mad kids.
The Big Book of Useless Knowledge: 250 of the Coolest, Weirdest, and Most Unbelievable Facts You Won't Be Taught in School
AvNeon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2024
327 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Busy Bees
AvNeon Squid
Kartonnage, Engelska, 2026
184 kr
Skickas inom 3-6 vardagar
Busy bees, what would we do without you?Meet the nature heroes that are saving our planet every day: the busy bees!In this gentle rhyming book, babies and toddlers will go on an adventure with a bee as it pollinates flowers. They'll be introduced to how bees keep their environment healthy, and why they do a funny dance to communicate with other bees back in the hive.Peek-through holes in the pages invite the reader to engage with the book. The organically shaped edges are also perfect for little ones.Stunning and adorable illustrations by Moesha Kellaway make this cute board book the perfect gift for toddlers who love the outdoors and are curious about nature.Also available: Fungi Friends, Brilliant Bugs, Wiggly Worms.
Wiggly Worms
AvNeon Squid
Kartonnage, Engelska, 2026
123 kr
Skickas
Wiggly worms, what would we do without you?Meet the nature heroes that are saving our planet every day: the wiggly worms!In this gentle rhyming book, babies and toddlers will go on an adventure with a worm as it wiggles and waggles underground. They'll be introduced to how worms keep their ecosystem healthy, and learn about their superpower of creating soil and recycling nutrients.Peek-through holes in the pages invite the reader to engage with the book. The organically shaped edges are also perfect for little ones.Stunning and adorable illustrations by Moesha Kellaway make this cute board book the perfect gift for toddlers who love the outdoors and are curious about nature.Also available: Fungi Friends, Brilliant Bugs, Busy Bees.
Book of Sisters
Biographies of Incredible Siblings Through History
AvOlivia Meikle,Katie Nelsonm. fl.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
151 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Winner at the International Literacy Association's Children's and Young Adult Book Awards 2023!Queens. Warriors. Witches. Revolutionaries. History is full of sisters making their mark.Meet incredible women in this non-fiction book for kids, from Queen Elizabeth II and Princess Margaret to tennis superstars Venus and Serena Williams. Authors (and sisters!) Olivia Meikle and Katie Nelson have scoured history for jaw-dropping stories of amazing siblings, including:– Why Egyptian ruler Cleopatra went to war against her younger sister Arsinoë– How Native American sisters Maria and Marjorie Tallchief became America’s first star ballerinas– What made samurai sisters Nakano Takeko and Nakano Yuko take on an entire armyThrough the stories of the sisters, readers will go on a whirlwind tour of women’s history, from the courts of Imperial China to the French Revolution. And you’ll discover that stories about sisters aren’t anything new – they can be traced back to ancient tales, from Greek goddesses to Maya mythology.
Hospital
The Inside Story
AvDr. Christle Nwora,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
119 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
"Flying ambulances, stretchers and X-ray machines – no corner of the hospital is left unexplored in this joyfully informative book, ideal for prospective young patients and curious minds alike" – The iIt’s another busy day at the hospital! Meet doctors and nurses, ride in an ambulance, and discover the magic of medicine in this non-fiction story for kids.This book is perfect for any child who is nervous about a trip to the hospital. Dr Christle Nwora takes readers behind the scenes to meet the incredible people who keep you healthy, from surgeons to mental health therapists. Dr Nwora also explains the science behind how things work, from X-rays to operating theatres.Set over the course of one day, you’ll follow different patients through their trip to the hospital, including:– A couple having a new baby– A boy getting a cast for his broken arm– A woman on her way to have an operationAs you turn the pages of this book, illustrated by Ginnie Hsu, marvel at the way hospital staff work together – see who prepares the food in the canteen, what goes on in the laundry room, and what doctors chat about during their coffee break.Once you’ve read this book you’ll realise hospitals are full of heroes!
Animal Sidekicks
Amazing Stories of Symbiosis in Animals and Plants
AvMacken Murphy,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
152 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK - PRESS ASSOCIATIONHeard 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 skilfully 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 massageYou’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!
Big Cats (A Day in the Life)
What Do Lions, Tigers and Panthers Get up to All Day?
AvTyus D. Williams,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
99 kr
Skickas
Selected as one of the Best Picture Books of 2022 by Kirkus "Ideal for 5+ fans of Owen Davey’s wildlife books" – The GuardianSet over a 24-hour period, meet sparring snow leopards, sprinting cheetahs, and slumbering jaguars in this kids’ nonfiction book about the biggest cats on Earth.Follow the lives of individual big cats as they roar, hunt, fight, and play their way through the day. Wildlife expert Tyus D. Williams cleverly weaves the story from leopard to mountain lion in the style of a nature documentary, including gentle science explanations perfect for future zoologists. Witness incredible moments including:- A panther hunting a crocodile- Cheetah cubs play fighting- A battle between lionesses and hyenasBeautifully illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat and packed with animal facts, Big Cats (A Day in the Life) is part of an exciting series of animal books from Neon Squid.
Del 1 - Tales of
Tales of Ancient Worlds
Adventures in Archaeology
AvStefan Milosavljevich,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
167 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
What links shipwrecks, Egyptian treasure, and fossilised Viking poo? They’re all things that have been discovered by archaeologists!Pick up your shovel and Indiana Jones hat and dig into the world of archaeology in this non-fiction kids’ book by YouTuber Stefan Milosavljevich. Alongside beautiful illustrations by Sam Caldwell you’ll find incredible tales from history, including:The ancient Egyptian city found at the bottom of the oceanThe terracotta army that hid underground for 2,000 yearsThe mysterious Ice Age temple made from mammoth bonesAlong the way you’ll also find out if you have what it takes to be an archaeologist, unearth (literally) groundbreaking scientific techniques, and meet the pioneering women and men who have brought the past back to life.'This book will delight anyone with a budding interest in archaeology' – NatureDiscover even more with Tales of the Prehistoric World, Tales of World War II and Tales of Pirates.
Rewilding
Bringing Wildlife Back Where It Belongs
AvDavid A. Steen,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
130 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
"This informative, colourful hardback takes a detailed look inside the rewilding process, giving a whistle-stop tour of reintroduction projects around the globe and telling inspiring stories of wildlife brought back from the brink." – BBC Wildlife Magazine"For seven- or eight-and-up, a down-to-earth guide with a clear and hopeful message: humans have damaged the natural world, but with care, time and resources, we can make amends." – The GuardianRewilding 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 homeThroughout 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.
Del 1 - Young Zoologist
Giant Panda (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Bamboo-Loving Bear from China
AvVanessa Hull,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
100 kr
Skickas
Head to the mountains of China to study panda bears in this beautiful non-fiction field guide for kids.You might know that pandas like to snack on bamboo, but there’s so much more to find out about this mysterious black-and-white bear! Turn the pages to discover where pandas like to spend their summers, and how cute they are as newly-born cubs. Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also explains how poaching and deforestation made pandas an endangered species – and what needs to be done to protect their habitats in the future.Written by giant panda expert Vanessa Hull, and featuring stunning illustrations by Charlotte Molas, Giant Panda (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting new series of animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.
Del 2 - Young Zoologist
Humpback Whale (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Singing Giant of the Ocean
AvAsha de Vos,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
100 kr
Skickas
Head to the depths of the ocean to study humpback whales in this beautiful non-fiction field guide for kids.You may know that humpback whales use whale song to communicate with each other, but there’s so much more to discover about these giants of the sea! In this book, acclaimed marine biologist Dr Asha de Vos explains how humpbacks use special bubble nets to catch fish, and why their poo is so important! Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also explains how hunting made humpback whales an endangered species – and how conservation efforts have seen their numbers increase again. Featuring stunning illustrations by Jialei Sun, Humpback Whale (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting new series of animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.
Sharks (A Day in the Life)
What Do Great Whites, Hammerheads, and Whale Sharks Get Up To All Day?
AvCarlee Jackson,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
119 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Set over a 24-hour period, meet deadly tiger sharks, baby lemon sharks, and gigantic basking sharks in this kids’ non-fiction book about the coolest predators in the ocean.Dive under the sea to follow the lives of individual sharks as they hunt, hide, and play their way through their day. Marine biologist and shark conservationist Carlee Jackson cleverly weaves the story from gargantuan whale sharks to tiny epaulette sharks (who hunt in rock pools!) in the style of a nature documentary. She also includes gentle science explanations perfect for future biologists. Witness incredible moments including:A great white shark escaping a pod of orcasA giant hammerhead hunting stingraysA nurse shark asleep in a coral reefBeautifully illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat and packed with animal facts, Sharks (A Day in the Life) encourages kids to look at sharks in a new light – not just fearsome hunters but endangered animals who play a key role in the ocean’s ecosystem.Also available: Bugs, Big Cats, Horses, Birds, Frogs
Aliens
Join the Scientists Searching Space for Extraterrestrial Life
AvJoalda Morancy,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
157 kr
Skickas
"Packs a wealth of information about the complexities of space and the possibility of life beyond Earth... You’ll wow your friends and family with the otherworldly tidbits you discover." – Time for KidsDo aliens exist? Are UFOs real? The race is on to discover alien life in the universe!This book will sort myth from fact to bring you the real science behind the search for alien lifeforms. Space expert Joalda Morancy will take readers on a tour of the Solar System (and beyond) on board new NASA missions searching for the most likely alien hiding places – from icy moons of Jupiter to the clouds of Venus. Along the way kids will find out about:– The robots sent to Mars to look for Martians– What really goes on at Area 51– Ways to spot an advanced alien civilisation (hint – look for dim stars)Readers will explore a comet, race futuristic spaceships, and discuss what we would say to aliens when we finally meet them (after “hello!”).They may seem as fanciful as wizards and monsters, but this book will show that scientists not only believe that aliens exist – but that it’s only a matter of time before we find them.
Horses (A Day in the Life)
What Do Wild Horses like Mustangs and Ponies Get Up To All Day?
AvCarly Anne York,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
96 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Set over a 24-hour period, meet fighting stallions, cute foals, and nosy donkeys in this kids’ non-fiction book about the coolest wild horses in the world.Race across prairies to follow the lives of horses and ponies as they whinny, neigh, and play their way through their day. Biology professor and horse owner Carly Anne York tells the story of the wild horses in the style of a nature documentary, including gentle science explanations perfect for future biologists. Witness incredible moments including:A brumby searching for a drink in the Australian outbackPrzewalski's horses exploring an abandoned cityZebras avoiding predators in the African savannahBeautifully illustrated by Chaaya Prabhat and packed with animal facts, Horses (A Day in the Life) is a perfect book for horse-mad kids.Also available: Bugs, Big Cats, Sharks, Birds, Frogs
Del 3 - Young Zoologist
Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Flightless Bird from Antarctica
AvDr. Michelle LaRue,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
100 kr
Skickas
Take to the Antarctic ice to study emperor penguins in this beautiful non-fiction field guide for kids.You might know that emperor penguins are the largest penguin species, but there’s so much more to learn about this flightless bird. Turn the pages to discover what makes them undertake epic journeys every year, and how scientists have spotted their poo from space! Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also explains what makes emperor penguins such great ocean swimmers, and how their cute chicks manage to stay warm in freezing Antarctic conditions. It also looks at the conservation challenges these iconic animals face due to climate change and melting sea ice.Written by penguin professor Dr Michelle LaRue and featuring stunning illustrations by Pham Quang Phuc, Emperor Penguin (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting new series of animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.Also available: Humpback Whale, Giant Panda, African Elephant, Honey Bee, Koala, Green Sea Turtle
Del 4 - Young Zoologist
African Elephant (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Big-Eared Giant of the Savannah
AvFestus W. Ihwagi,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
100 kr
Skickas
Head on safari to the grasslands of Africa to study African elephants in this beautiful non-fiction field guide for kids.You might know that African elephants are the largest land animals on Earth, but there’s so much more to learn about these tusked creatures. Turn the pages to find out why the grandmother is in charge of an elephant family, and why big ears help elephants cool down! Meet a baby elephant as it takes its first steps, and discover how to tell the difference between an African elephant and an Asian elephant. The book also looks at the conservation challenges these iconic animals face due to climate change and ivory poaching.Written by elephant expert Dr Festus W. Ihwagi and featuring stunning illustrations by Nic Jones, African Elephant (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting new series of animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.Also available: Humpback Whale, Giant Panda, Emperor Penguin
Del 2 - Tales of
Tales of the Prehistoric World
Adventures from the Land of the Dinosaurs
AvKallie Moore,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2022
174 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Travel back in time in this collection of exhilarating dinosaur adventures for kids aged 7-10 from palaeontologist and YouTuber Kallie Moore.Who needs Jurassic World when the truth is this exciting? Prepare yourself for jaw-dropping discoveries, scandalous stories, and dinosaurs so weird you won’t believe they’re real! The tales in this dinosaur book are all completely true and many are included in a kids’ book for the first time. Readers will come face-to-face with incredible prehistoric beasts including the Australian dinosaurs that fossilized into gemstones, the prehistoric shark with a circular saw in its mouth, and the relative of T. rex that was found frozen at the top of a mountain in Antarctica…The book is broken down into chapters covering the whole of Earth’s history:Chapter 1 - The Beginning - featuring prehistoric goo and the first squishy animalsChapter 2 - An Explosion of Life - featuring king-sized trilobites, armoured fish, and giant bugs!Chapter 3 - The Age of Reptiles - featuring spiny sauropods, pterosaurs the size of airplanes, and musical dinosaurs.Chapter 4 - The Recent Past - featuring gigantic snakes, Ice Age mammoths and sabre-toothed cats, and the hairy primates that would one day evolve into humans!Every thrilling story has been meticulously researched by author Kallie Moore, a fossil expert who also hosts the hit YouTube show PBS Eons. Beautiful illustrations by critically-acclaimed illustrator Becky Thorns bring incredible prehistoric beasts like Stegosaurus and Triceratops to life for younger readers.Unlike most kids’ dinosaur books on the market, Tales of the Prehistoric World shines a light on the work of palaeontologists – from Susan Hendrickson, who discovered the most complete T. rex ever found, to Nizar Ibrahim, whose discoveries in the Sahara desert changed everything we thought we knew about Spinosaurus (SPOILER: it could swim!)A gift to stand the test of timeThis beautiful hardback book makes the perfect gift for dino-mad kids. The cloth-textured cover is gilded with gold foil, and everything is printed using sustainable FSC® certified paper.Collect the seriesPart of Neon Squid’s acclaimed series of educational bedtime stories that also includes Tales of Ancient Worlds and Tales of World War II.
Birds (A Day in the Life)
What Do Flamingos, Owls, and Penguins Get Up To All Day?
AvAlex Bond,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
97 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Set over a 24-hour period, meet speedy ostriches, tiny hummingbirds, and majestic eagles in this kids’ non-fiction book about the coolest birds in the world.Soar through the skies to follow the lives of our feathered friends as they fight, dance, and play their way through their day. Ornithologist Dr Alex Bond tells the story of the world’s most amazing birds in the style of a nature documentary, including gentle science explanations perfect for future biologists. Witness incredible moments including:– A bald eagle on a fishing trip– Pink flamingos dancing to impress potential mates– A barn owl hunting in the duskBeautifully illustrated by Henry Rancourt and packed with animal facts, Birds (A Day in the Life) encourages kids to look at the incredible roles wild birds play in ecosystems across the globe.Also available: Bugs, Big Cats, Sharks, Horses, Frogs
Del 5 - Young Zoologist
Honey Bee (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the World’s Favourite Pollinating Insect
AvPriyadarshini Chakrabarti Basu,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
97 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
It takes 12 honey bees a lifetime to make just one teaspoon of honey – discover the incredible world of these vital pollinators!Explore the fascinating life of the world's favourite pollinating insect in Young Zoologist: Honey Bee by Dr Priyadarshini Chakrabarti Basu. This beautifully illustrated field guide invites children to discover the busy and complex world of honey bees. From the intricate anatomy of a worker bee to the bustling society of the hive – complete with queens, drones, and dedicated workers – young readers will learn exactly what makes these tiny creatures so vital to our ecosystems.This engaging STEM book covers the complete bee life cycle, how they turn nectar into sweet honey, the secret meaning behind their waggle dances, and the tools beekeepers use to care for them. It also highlights the environmental threats bees face today, such as climate change and habitat loss, offering practical, child-friendly tips on how we can all help save them.Perfect for budding scientists and nature lovers aged 5–10, this inspiring introduction to insect biology is written by an actual bee scientist. Part of the acclaimed Young Zoologist series of first field guides.
Del 6 - Young Zoologist
Koala (Young Zoologist)
A First Field Guide to the Cuddly Marsupial from Australia
AvChris Daniels,Neon Squid
Inbunden, Engelska, 2023
99 kr
Skickas
Head down under to study koalas in this beautiful non-fiction field guide for kids.You might know that baby koalas spend time in their mother’s pouches, but there’s so much more to learn about these Australian marsupials! Turn the pages to discover why they spend 15 hours a day asleep, and how scientists use drones to monitor koala populations. Filled with simple science and plenty of animal facts, this book also explains why koalas love to munch eucalyptus leaves, and why they are most certainly not bears! It also looks at the conservation challenges these iconic animals face due to climate change and forest fires.Written by Professor Chris Daniels and featuring stunning illustrations by Marianne Lock, Koala (Young Zoologist) is part of an exciting series of animal books from Neon Squid aiming to inspire the next generation of biologists and conservationists.Also available: Humpback Whale, Giant Panda, African Elephant, Emperor Penguin, Honey Bee, Green Sea Turtle

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Manatee (Young Zoologist)

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Tales of the Prehistoric World

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