Kaja Kajfež – illustratör

A fascinating animal for every day of the year! Dip in each day to discover a new animal to enjoy sharing with friends or family – make sure to find YOUR birthday animal!Travel through the incredible ecosystems and habitats of our beautiful planet, and meet some of the most fascinating animals that call them home. Dive into the oceans to find whales and giant squid, journey across the icy poles with penguins and polar bears, race across the African savanna with lions and wildebeest – and so much more.Each day’s entry is filled with fascinating facts – learn about completely new animals, and find out some incredible new sides to animals you might see often in everyday life.This stunning book is packed with breathtaking illustrations to bring each animal to life. It also features information about conservation, and how we can protect endangered animals and the places they call home.The ULTIMATE gift for animal lovers aged 6 and up.

Discover a beautiful animal poem every week of the year!Journey around the world, under the sea, into the skies and through the deepest forests in this stunning new gift collection of classic poetry – all about animals.With 52 poems, one for every week of the year, this carefully curated selection is the perfect introduction to poetry for children – and a beautiful gift collection for adult poetry fans alike. Dip in and out throughout the year, or read them all at once!Featuring much-loved classic poems by writers including Christina Rossetti, Edward Lear and Emily Dickinson, alongside more recent poems – readers can discover plenty of new favourites.With full colour illustrations throughout.

It's not just animals that can become endangered. Find out more about the world's most interesting endangered plants. Using the world's largest known database of writing for and by children, our experts have defined 300 ambitious words to help children succeed at school. We've combined these with finelly levelled books that help you develop support comprehension and fluency, while inspiring and engaging your young readers.

Take a first look at the fascinating lives of newts in this beautifully illustrated ebook for babies and toddlers.Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, N is for Newt is the 14th picture ebook instalment, a perfect first non-fiction book for young children. The friendly, read-aloud text and delightful illustrations will have young animal-lovers smiling in no time as they learn new words about newts that all begin with the letter "n". Have fun with your little one by pointing to the colourful illustrations that tell the story of these amazing animals. Learn what baby newts are called, where they live, and how they communicate with each other. Filled with simple, playful facts, N is for Newt provides lots to talk about and lots to look at for curious, animal loving babies and toddlers everywhere.

Take a first look at the ocean world of octopuses in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture ebook for babies and toddlers.Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, O is for Octopus is the fifteenth picture ebook instalment. A perfect first non-fiction ebook for young children, the friendly, read-aloud text and delightful illustrations will have young animal-lovers smiling in no time as they learn new words about octopuses that all begin with the letter "o". Have fun with your little one by pointing to the colourful illustrations that tell the story of these amazing animals. Learn where octopuses live, what they eat, and which other sea creatures they are related to. Filled with simple, playful facts, O is for Octopus provides lots to talk about and lots to look at for curious, animal loving babies and toddlers everywhere.

Take a first look at the underwater world of urchins in this beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture ebook for babies and toddlers. Part of DK's illustrated animal alphabet series, U is for Urchin is the twenty-first picture ebook instalment, a perfect first gift for babies and toddlers. The friendly, read-aloud text and delightful illustrations will have young animal-lovers smiling in no time as they learn fun words about urchins that all begin with the letter "u". Have fun with your little one by pointing to the colourful illustrations that tell the story of these spiny sea creatures. Learn about the different types of urchin, where they live in the ocean, and just how uniquely amazing they really are. Filled with simple, playful facts, U is for Urchin provides lots to talk about and lots to look at for curious, animal loving babies and toddlers everywhere.

Get to know more than 100 of the world's favourite dinosaurs and other prehistoric life forms with this essential illustrated introduction.This must-have first book on dinosaurs and other ancient creatures is filled with beautiful illustrations and storybook text on every page, perfect for early readers who want to know more about the life that once roamed our planet. The Bedtime Book of Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life includes the earliest life that appeared in the ocean, to the giant dinosaurs, and the wonderfully weird mammals that followed them. Children aged 3-5 can discover a huge variety of organisms that are shown within the three chapters, which cover the Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic eras. With old favourites, such as Tyrannosaurus and Triceratops, as well as new discoveries, including Yi and Changmiania, there is something for every young fan of the primeval world.Inside the pages of this exciting dinosaur book, you'll find:- An introduction to the essential information about each prehistoric species in a friendly, accessible way.- Beautiful and accurate illustrations combined with introductory reference text about a wide variety of dinosaurs and other ancient plants and animals.- Engaging text for young children that can be read aloud - perfect for parents, carers, and children to enjoy at bedtime. - A one-hit introduction to prehistoric life, featuring more than 100 animals - an essential addition to every 3-5 year old's library.This exciting dinosaur guide helps to develop an early understanding of the prehistoric world for little ones and clearly explains the key features of each animal or plant, as well as how to say their names. A timeless gift book, this is a must-have for parents, carers, and educators who want to introduce core dinosaur knowledge at a young age in a fun and engaging way.

A wondrous nature search and find book, perfect for sharingwith little ones.Written and illustrated by Kaja Kajfez, The Secret Mountainwill take you and your child on a magical journey. Acrossthe world's highest peaks, an awe-inspiring day unfolds. Animalsare foraging, flying and finding their way. Can you find each hiddencreature as their days begin and end? a beautiful gift for parent and child to lookat togethersure to provide hours of enjoyment, along withan appreciation of the natural worlda peaceful read that's perfect for soothinglittle ones before bedtimefull of charming moments to discover with yourchild. Starting with the beautiful sunrise across Mount Everest, youwill meet a young snow leopard and her mum as theyhunt for food. Across the day, you'll also spot red pandas,snow buntings, llamasand more. With facts to fascinate young minds, this is theperfect book to share.What else will you see?Praise for The Secret Forest:"THE SECRET FOREST is dreamily beautiful and sure to enchantany child at bedtime." —David Walliams

Under the golden glow of dawn, the forest is waking,the river rushes, and a young rabbit is ready to explore. What's that beneath the branches of a sprawling oak? Who willyou meet under the bright shining sun? Join little rabbit as he wandersthe woods and help him find all the incredible things thereare to discover among the trees.Find out about the different fungi that can befound near the oaks, spot the butterflies thatflutter in the sky and count the salmon swimmingin the river.Includes over 100 flaps to explore and discover! Beautiful and colourful illustrations by Kaja KajfezFlaps are different shapes and sizes – perfect for curiouskids With facts on every page, Hide and Find in the Forest:A Lift-the-Flap Woodland Adventure is hours of fun.

Yoshi’s Big Swim chronicles the impressive true story of Yoshi, a loggerhead turtle who was rescued by fishermen, then rehabilitated and cared for by scientists for many years. The scientists adored her, and Yoshi was happy in her aquarium home. But then, many years later, Yoshi let them know that it was time for her to move on. Would Yoshi be safe? Would she know what to do? After lots of preparation, and plenty of friendly back scratches for Yoshi, the determined loggerhead set off on her journey.Discover an amazing story celebrating teamwork, science and an animal hero who swam more than 22,000 miles to her true home, the longest journey of any animal ever tracked. In addition to being awe-inspiring, Yoshi's story underlines the importance of wildlife conservation and the power of one animal to unite people around the world for a common cause.

Yoshi’s Big Swim chronicles the impressive true story of Yoshi, a loggerhead turtle who was rescued by fishermen, then rehabilitated and cared for by scientists for many years. The scientists adored her, and Yoshi was happy in her aquarium home. But then, many years later, Yoshi let them know that it was time for her to move on. Would Yoshi be safe? Would she know what to do? After lots of preparation, and plenty of friendly back scratches for Yoshi, the determined loggerhead set off on her journey.Discover an amazing story celebrating teamwork, science and an animal hero who swam more than 22,000 miles to her true home, the longest journey of any animal ever tracked. In addition to being awe-inspiring, Yoshi's story underlines the importance of wildlife conservation and the power of one animal to unite people around the world for a common cause.

From iconic landmarks to classic Americana, celebrate the spirit of America one page at a time with Color Me USA.This captivating coloring book brings the beauty, culture, and iconic landmarks of America to life. From the Statue of Liberty to the Golden Gate Bridge, Route 66 to the Grand Canyon, this collection features intricately designed illustrations that capture the heart and soul of all 50 states.50 unique, hand-drawn illustrationsSingle-sided pages to prevent bleed-throughPerfect for colored pencils, markers, or gel pensGreat for stress relief, mindfulness, and creative expressionWhether you're a proud patriot, an avid traveler, or simply love to relax with coloring, Color Me USA offers a creative escape across America's diverse landscapes and rich heritage. Each page invites you to add your personal touch to scenes of small-town charm, bustling cities, national parks, classic Americana, and more.

From those dwelling on the shore and in the air like polar bears, emperor penguins, sea otters, and albatross, to the swimmers like clownfish, moray eels, lionfish, hammerhead sharks, dumbo octopuses, and Beluga whales, to the deep sea bottom dwellers like hermit crabs, sea squirts, barnacles, and giant clams, kids will love following the clues to match the creature to its place on the poster. The completed poster, measuring 15 x 28 inches, makes a stunning piece of wall art that kids can feel proud to display.

From insects like fireflies, praying mantises, scorpions, and Hercules beetles to mammals and reptiles like the squirrel monkey, pangolin, poison dart frog, and jaguar, and birds such as the sparkling violet-ear hummingbird and the harpy eagle, kids will love following the clues to match the creature to its place on the poster. The completed poster, measuring 15 x 28 inches, makes a stunning piece of wall art that kids can proudly display on their bedroom wall.

15 five-minute bedtime stories about animals in seas and oceans around the world, inspired by real science

Based on an ancient Inuit traditional story, this beautifully illustrated picture book tells of the appearance of the first humans on earth, and how from them all the peoples of the earth emerged. From a mound of simple dirt, through magic and intention, the world we know today slowly takes shape across the page.Retold with loving care by Inuit author and actress Maika Harper, The First Peoples is both mythical and magical, an ancient tale brought to life for new generations.

Queen of historical fiction Emma Carroll crafts an evocative and spine-tingling tale of childhood on the brink of war. Summer, 1914. When Fran uncovers a bone in the garden of Longbarrow House on the same afternoon that Leo breaks his leg, it is just the first in a series of strange and unsettling coincidences.Leo is left immobilised for the rest of the summer and Fran is roped in to keep him company, forced to listen to his foolish theories about the looming threat of war in Europe. Suddenly the garden she has loved all her life seems to hold threatening shadows of the future, and Fran starts to fear what she and Leo might find next … Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

A beautifully illustrated collection of 5-minute bedtime stories about the wildlife found in seas and oceans around the world.Every ocean contains a thousand secrets… In this charming anthology of children’s stories by Alicia Klepeis readers will be guided under the waves to meet the amazing animals that live there. In one story an orca grandmother teaches younger members of the pod how to find the best fish, while another looks at a mimic octopus as it changes appearance to disguise itself from different predators. Kids will be thrilled by the tale of an otter and her cub playing in a kelp forest, and marvel at a jellyfish that looks like a fried egg!Other stories feature swimming iguanas, diving penguins, deep-sea anglerfish, albatrosses in love, leaping dolphins, sleepy dugongs, majestic whales, hungry sea turtles, ancient sharks, and marching crabs! All of these marine animals and their habitats are brought to life with impressive skill by illustrator Kaja Kajfež.Each story in Secrets of the Ocean is based on the real biology and behaviour of these amazing wild animals, and at the end of each tale readers will find out more about the science that inspired the story. So as they drift off to sleep, they will know a little bit more about the world around them.The cover features a timeless design with colourful foil and a cloth texture, making this book the perfect gift.

Where can you find Methuselah, the oldest tree in the world? Why is the baobab's trunk so fat? Can trees really warn each other that something is about to eat them?Including a stunning central gatefold that opens out to reveal all 80 trees and how they relate to each other, this book is a visual celebration of the huge variety of trees found across the world, from those you know to those you almost certainly don't. As the book takes the reader on a journey around the world, it reveals trees that give us food and medicine, trees with ancient legends, record-breaking trees and more.Focus spreads will explore subjects such as the life cycle of trees, how they communicate with each other, why trees are vital to the Earth's health, and their importance to us.