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A beautifully illustrated and atmospheric story exploring how polar bears are coping with climate change; a stunning new addition to the Protecting the Planet series.It snowed last night. The first fall of the season. More is on its way. For this polar bear, this is a sign it's time to make a den, a safe place to sleep through the harsh Arctic winter and to give birth to her cubs. But the Arctic is changing; familiar landscapes are melting. What kind of world will her cubs grow up in? This beautifully illustrated picture book gently explores the effects of climate change on polar bears, along with information on how we can all make a difference and protect the planet for these majestic animals.

A beautifully illustrated and atmospheric story exploring how polar bears are coping with climate change; a stunning new addition to the Protecting the Planet series.It snowed last night. The first fall of the season. More is on its way. For this polar bear, this is a sign it's time to make a den, a safe place to sleep through the harsh Arctic winter and to give birth to her cubs. But the Arctic is changing; familiar landscapes are melting. What kind of world will her cubs grow up in? This beautifully illustrated picture book gently explores the effects of climate change on polar bears, along with information on how we can all make a difference and protect the planet for these majestic animals.

Find out incredible facts about seahorses in this fascinating picture book from bestselling zoologist Nicola Davies.Dive beneath the waves and enter the secret world of seahorses! With an expert zoologist as your guide, uncover the mysteries of this unique and incredible sea creature.Meet seahorses that are no bigger than the end of your little finger!See the beautiful dance seahorses perform under the waves.Find out how we can help seahorses thrive on our changing planet.Learn about all this and more in this picture book with vibrant illustrations from Lou Baker-Smith.Discover a wonderful world of wildlife with Children’s Laureate Wales and multi-million-copy-selling zoologist Nicola Davies.

'A fascinating welcome to the wonderful world of insects' - LoveReading4Kids 'Fun, inspiring, and well researched.' - Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewA beautifully illustrated tour of some of the world's most fascinating insects, perfect for readers 8+.Did you know that without insects, humankind could not survive? This illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the differences between the groups, and why insects are the most important animal group on Earth.Broken down into sections exploring each of the main types of insect, each section takes a different, playfully visual approach to really capture the character of the insects in the order being explored. As well as including practical advice for observing insects safely, a section at the back of the book describes ways to help insects and encourage them into a garden no matter how small.

Where can you eat dinner under the sea? Which country has the most pyramids? Can a church become a swimming pool?Including a stunning central gatefold map that opens out to reveal where all 80 structures are located, this book is a visual celebration of the incredible structures people have built throughout history and their cultural significance. From ancient wonders such as Stonehenge to bridges spanning countries, record breaking rollercoasters and hotels where even the beds are made of ice.Discover a floating palace, a terracotta army, a cinema in a bank vault, and a building so tall that clouds form at the top!

'A fascinating welcome to the wonderful world of insects' - LoveReading4Kids 'Fun, inspiring, and well researched.' - Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewA beautifully illustrated tour of some of the world's most fascinating insects, perfect for readers 8+.Did you know that without insects, humankind could not survive? This illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the differences between the groups, and why insects are the most important animal group on Earth.Broken down into sections exploring each of the main types of insect, each section takes a different, playfully visual approach to really capture the character of the insects in the order being explored. As well as including practical advice for observing insects safely, a section at the back of the book describes ways to help insects and encourage them into a garden no matter how small.

'A fascinating welcome to the wonderful world of insects' - LoveReading4Kids 'Fun, inspiring, and well researched.' - Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewA beautifully illustrated tour of some of the world's most fascinating insects, perfect for readers 8+.Did you know that without insects, humankind could not survive? This illustrated, fact-filled title explores the huge variety of insects, with a focus on what makes an insect an insect, the differences between the groups, and why insects are the most important animal group on Earth.Broken down into sections exploring each of the main types of insect, each section takes a different, playfully visual approach to really capture the character of the insects in the order being explored. As well as including practical advice for observing insects safely, a section at the back of the book describes ways to help insects and encourage them into a garden no matter how small.

**Books for Topics Recommended Reads - 50 Best Books for Year 2 (Children Aged 6-7)**Follow the journey of a small sparkling raindrop as it falls from a cloud and learn about its never-ending cycle, vital to all life on Earth.This book will feed the curiosity of the youngest of readers who are:keen to know how the world worksfascinated by nature enjoy learning new informationThe story is carefully written for children learning to read, with additional factual captions for more advanced readers.And here’s the WOW-factor – a large fold-out at the end with diagrams, maps and a fun I-Spy game to take children back into the book to find and identify animals in the pictures.Small, Sparkling Raindrop is part of the Start Small, Think Big series of science-based picture books:Aimed at children aged 4 to 8Covers KS1 primary science subjects that children learn at school High-quality educational content, beautifully illustratedSmall, Sparkling Raindrop explores the story of the water cycle, the impact of water on the land and for creating vibrant wetland habitats. The book focuses on the mighty Mekong River in Southeast Asia, and shows why clean, healthy rivers are vital for both people and wildlife, including endangered species such as Irrawaddy dolphin severely threatened by over-fishing and pollution.Each book in the series is set in a different habitat and part of the world:Small, Sparkling Raindrop (Southeast Asia/wetlands and the water cycle)Small, Speckled Egg (polar regions and the life cycle of an Arctic tern)Little, Brown Nut (Amazon rainforest and the life cycle of a Brazil Nut tree)Tiny, Floating Coral (Great Barrier Reef and the life cycle of coral)Fluffy, Flying Seed (meadowlands and the life cycle of a dandelion)Small, Shiny Dung Beetle (African savannah and the life cycle of an insect)Build your own life cycle library with this series, a brilliant addition to any home or school bookshelf. Printed on FSC paper from sustainable forests.

A beautifully illustrated educational picture book about the water cycle for children aged 4 to 8.Perfect for curious young readers, Small, Sparkling Raindrop follows a tiny raindrop as it travels through the water cycle, showing how water shapes our planet and supports all life on Earth.Ideal for children who:Love discovering how the world worksAre fascinated by nature and wildlifeEnjoy stories packed with real science and fascinating factsDesigned to grow with your child, the engaging story is easy for developing readers to enjoy, while fact-filled captions offer extra learning for more confident readers. Children will also discover:The importance of rivers and wetlands for people and wildlifeThe mighty Mekong River and its remarkable biodiversityWhy endangered animals, including the Irrawaddy dolphin, need clean, healthy rivers to survivePacked with hands-on learning, the book includes:Primary science topics that align with the National Curriculum (KS1)A map of the world's major riversA fun I-Spy activityInstructions for making a simple water filterAccess to free online activitiesPart of the award-winning Start Small, Think Big series, each book introduces a different life cycle, habitat and ecosystem through engaging storytelling and stunning illustrations. Collect the series to build a life cycle library for your home or school library:Small, Sparkling Raindrop (Wetlands & the Water Cycle, Southeast Asia)Small, Speckled Egg (Polar regions and the life cycle of birds)Little, Brown Nut (Amazon rainforest and the life cycle of a trees)Tiny, Floating Coral (Great Barrier Reef and the life cycle of coral)Fluffy, Flying Seed (Meadowlands and the life cycle of a dandelion)Small, Shiny Dung Beetle (African Savannah and the life cycle of an insect)Printed on FSC-certified paper from responsibly managed forests.