How does something enormous suddenly disappear? Readers will be amazed by how frequently large ships are lost without a trace. But sometimes it is the just crew that has disappeared. Get the facts on the Bermuda Triangle, the Mary Celeste, the Flying Dutchman, the Rosalie, USS Cyclops, and the lost ships of California's Colorado desert. View More...
BANJO PATERSON: The Man on the Ten Dollar Note Discover the man behind 'The Man From Snowy River', 'Waltzing Matilda' and 'Clancy of the Overflow' in this engaging and fully illustrated biography, ideal for children aged 10 - 14 years. Follow-up activities linked to the Australian Curriculum: History in Years 5 and 6 are also available, making Banjo Paterson an excellent classroom resource and an informative introduction for the general reader. Written by Allan Drummond, with illustrations by the renowned Glenn Lumsden. AUSSIE NOTABLES - the banknote biographies. View More...
This CD contains the sound recording of Indigo Dreaming A Magical Bedtime Story Book for Children, two awareness activities and a selection of visualisations to introduce children to meditation and relaxation techniques and to enhance their mind, body and spirit.Enjoy the magical bedtime story of Indigo the Rainbow Pixie and the Enchanted Lotus. Learn breathing and body awareness with Balloon Breath and Elastic Band. Create your own special place with Magic Garden. Meet your Guardian Angel and discover the Wishing Tree and its secrets. Learn the magic properties of the Circle of Light and how ... View More...
The Rainbow Dreaming - Power Thought Cards are designed to empower children to find their inner strength. Each set contains 50 beautifully illustrated cards, using the colours of the rainbow and calming mandalas. Each Rainbow Thought Card contains a powerful affirmation, statement or thought, to promote positive thinking, provide inspiration and bring balance to a child's life. The cards help children tap into their inner strength and direct their mind-set and perspective towards one of confidence and happiness. Each card set includes instructions outlining different ways to select and use the... View More...
Ants and animals in general are a fascinating subject for children-many are fascinated by them as they scurry about on the ground, fear them for their painful bite and may even have kept them in an ant farm! Here is a collection of amazing facts that will be sure to develop a sense of wonder in even the most reluctant readers. About the Author: Andrew P. Kelly is a resident scholar in education policy studies and the director of the Center on Higher Education Reform at the American Enterprise Institute (AEI), where he works on higher education policy, innovation in education, financial aid r... View More...
This illustrated series exhibits biographical accounts of the great people of all time. 'People of Importance' includes a variety of figures, such as Vincent Van Gogh, Mother Teresa, Archimedes, Confucius, Dalai Lama, and Marco Polo. View More...
Discover the answer to this question and many others. Learn everything you need to know about the world of birds of prey. Easy-to-read text makes this book ideal for young readers, while cartoons and quizzes keep learning fun and interactive. View More...
This elegantly illustrated series exhibits fantastic biographical accounts of some of the most important people of all time. The series includes a variety of figures, such as Vincent Van Gogh, Mother Teresa, Sir Isaac Newton, Buddha, and Leonardo Da Vinci. View More...
Text Types: a writing guide for students provides a clear reference tool for students, teachers and parents to understand 30 different types of written texts, both literary and factual.This larger format Second Edition has been updated and expanded in the variety of text types and examples included. Examples presented and analysed include many electronic texts. According to the Australian Curriculum: English, students in years 7 to 10 are expected to plan, draft and publish imaginative, informative and persuasive texts using effective vocabulary and language features appropriate for the writer... View More...
This book helps you discover the exciting world of chimps, gorillas, orangutans, bonobos and more, with over 200 pictures. The lifestyles, environments and physical characteristics of great apes are captured in accessible text, dramatic wildlife photographs and detailed illustrations. You can visit remote but threatened habitats, from the misty mountains of Africa to the dark and dappled rainforests of South-east Asia. Focus features zoom in on detailed areas of ape existence, such as how chimpanzees use tools, and what life is like for a baby orangutan. Myth boxes collect the most popular sto... View More...
A perfect introduction to comprehensive bugs books for kids, Mini Encyclopedia Bugs is small enough to slot into school bags, making this a fantastic resource for school projects and homework at key stage 2. This compact, comprehensive children's encyclopedia uses clear, bulleted facts and incredible info panels to explain everything from the life cycle of butterflies, how spiders feed and why bees collect nectar. Every topic is supported by photographs, realistic artwork and detailed diagrams, and colour-coded sections make navigation through the topics easy and quick. Chapters and topic ex... View More...
Indonesia, a country of 17,508 islands, is a visual wonderland. Its spectacular landscapes include rain forests, mountains, pristine beaches, and over 150 active volcanoes. Indonesia's culture is perhaps its most outstanding feature, however. This book offers colourful photographs and information of this country. View More...
What is a prefix? You'll find the answer inside this book. Playful rhymes and humorous illustrations creatively present the concept of prefixes. For easy identification, key prefixes appear in color and comical cats reinforce each idea. View More...
Explore the harsh, icy world of penguins and their clever survival techniques with exactly 100 bitesized facts. Fascinating facts along with amazing photographs, beautiful artwork and detailed diagrams give young readers the perfect introduction to these amazing birds. Numbered facts help children to keep track of what they've read and encourage them to read on. Projects and activities, quizzes and hilarious cartoons throughout make learning much more fun. Discover: How big the largest penguin was, Where Jackass penguins get their name from, How penguins communicate, How tough life is a... View More...
"Everyone looks on me like a black snake." - Letter from Ned Kelly to Sergeant Babington, July 1870.
Ned Kelly was a thief, a bank robber and a murderer. He was in trouble with the law from the age of 12. He stole hundreds of horses and cattle. He robbed two banks. He killed three men. Yet, when Ned was sentenced to death, thousands of people rallied to save his life. He stood up to the authorities and fought for what he believed in. He defended the rights of people who had no power. Was he a villain? Or a hero? What do you think? About the Author: Carole Wilkinson is an award-winning and ... View More...
This is a sweet and upbeat story of optimism and hope told through the eyes of a hat that has experienced a lot of changes in its life. Whatever the situation, this happy hat finds pleasure and satisfaction in its life. View More...
The Book of Australian Animals has been designed with the needs of both early and more advanced readers in mind. Simple and succinct language is used throughout the book, and the font size is relatively small to allow the images to engage reluctant readers. Font size is smaller again when used in conjunction with inset images, to indicate information that is secondary to the primary text/image. The Book of Australian Animals uses photographs that bring the viewer close to the subject that is being discussed. They are evocative images that clearly convey the dynamic nature of animals in the wi... View More...
A small percentage of people believe in conspiracy theories stories about secret plans to commit crimes and hide the truth. Readers will be shocked by such outrageous claims as Queen Victoria's grandson was Jack the Ripper, U.S. President Roosevelt allowed the Japanese to attack Pearl Harbor, billionaire Howard Hughes left his fortune to a stranger who gave him a lift one night, and the moon landing was a hoax! View More...
Tales of amazing cities that rose and fell have been passed down through the ages. Were they all real or imagined? Young readers will be fascinated by the facts that are known about these places and their amazing wonders: Atlantis, Angkor, the hanging gardens of Babylon, the secret codes of the Indus valley, Troy, Palenque, the terracotta warriors of X'ian, and Tyno Helig. View More...
