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Large 9781775541653

Birds of New Zealand: Collective Nouns by Melissa Boardman

$30.00 NZD

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Category: Children - Reference

A beautifully illustrated book featuring New Zealand Aotearoa's native birds, each with its very own collective noun.   A tussock of takahe?   A hoon of kaka?   A whistling of whio?   This beautifully illustrated book of collective noun names for our native birds reveals something unique about their cha racter, so we can get to know them better. It also includes information on how they live, so we can help protect them. Birds of New Zealand: Collective Nouns - Nga Manu o Aotearoa: Nga Kupuingoa topu - is a book for all bird-lovers. ...Show more

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Large 9780143772514

Wildlife of Aotearoa by Gavin Bishop

$40.00 NZD

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Category: Children - Reference

A spectacular illustrated picture book exploring New Zealand's unique landscapes and its incredible wildlife by the award-winning author of Aotearoa: The New Zealand Story. Long before waka touched Aotearoa's shores, the land of the long white cloud was home to an array of creatures uniquely adapted to its environments and protected by its isolation. Encounter New Zealand's incredible wildlife in this spectacular visual exploration. Journey through ocean, sky and land to meet a marvellous range of organisms. Discover fascinating facts, and learn how we influence the survival of our living treasures. In this magnificent companion volume to Aotearoa: The New Zealand Story, Gavin Bishop weaves a compelling visual narrative of our land, our people and our wildlife - past, present and future. ...Show more

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Large 9781776572984

Egg and Spoon - An Illustrated Cookbook by Alexandra Tylee

$45.00 NZD

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6

Category: Cooking

Egg and Spoon is a beautiful illustrated cookbook for children—and adults—that celebrates imagination, confidence and the fun of cooking. A scrumptious collection for anyone who loves good healthy food— and an occasional indulgence. Here are after-school snacks, breakfast on a stick, cakes, slices and dinners. Egg and Spoon is for children learning to cook independently and families to enjoy cooking together. Much of the food is naturally gluten-free or vegan. Alexandra Tylee is the owner and chef at Pipi Café, a little pink house, cottage garden and pizza truck. Pipi celebrates eating together and taking pleasure in small things—hot chocolate in a special cup, foraged food, a boiled egg slipped into a pocket for later. Tylee trusts children to choose flavours and handle equipment in this joyful book that will set them on a lifetime love of healthy cooking and eating. Giselle Clarkson’s illustrations are scrumptious and subversively playful.   ...Show more

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Large 9781877517730

At the Beach: Explore & Discover the New Zealand Seashore by Gillian Candler

$20.00 NZD

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Category: Children - Reference | Series: Explore and Discover

At the Beach is a delightful introduction to the natural history of the New Zealand seashore. The stage is set with beautiful, factually correct illustrations (including detailed cross-sections) of three familiar habitats - the sandy beach, rockpools and mudflats. Many of the plants and animals that pla y a part in these rich ecosystems are shown in situ, and readers are directed from there to pages dedicated to detailed coverage of: crabs; sea stars, kina and sea anemones; shellfish; seaweeds, sponges and sandhoppers; fish, jellyfish & shrimps; birds. Aimed at children 5-8 years old, but with appeal for anyone curious about New Zealand's natural environment, At the Beach is a must for the home, bach, classroom and library. Comes with a removable, waterproof quick-reference guide to common seashore animals. ...Show more

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Large 9780994136497

Kuwi & Friends Māori Picture Dictionary by Kat Quin; translation by Pānia Papa

$35.00 NZD

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4

Category: Children - Reference

Beginners Māori Language Picture Dictionary, for the Whole Family. From the #1 bestselling and award-winning author and illustrator of the Kuwi the Kiwi series, Kat Merewether, comes a large scale, stunningly illustrated visual dictionary. Full of over 1000 basic words in te reo Māori and English, perfe ct for every New Zealander.  A fun, easy-to-use resource for those wanting to discover, learn and use everyday words in te reo Maori. The illustrations are designed to help with comprehension, particularly for younger learners. Visual cues can assist with retention of language, to recall spoken and written words.  68 fully illustrated pages, in a large format (265 x 366mm), in vibrant full colour, with over 1000 te reo Maori words, translated into English. Embedded with gorgeous Kuwi the kiwi (and friends) illustrations.  Designed for everyday use, in the whanau (family), kura (school) and for all New Zealanders. Ages 0-100+. A portion of each sale goes to charity Kiwis for Kiwi. ...Show more

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Large 9781877517990

In the Garden: Explore & Discover the New Zealand Backyard by Gillian Candler

$20.00 NZD

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4

Category: Children - Reference | Series: Explore & Discover

In the Garden introduces young children to common creatures they can find in a New Zealand garden. It is the only guide available for young children and families that shows creatures in their natural habitats. The book describes their relationship with other living things, and includes many interesting and intriguing facts. In the Garden is produced in the same format as Gillian Candler and Ned Barraud's best-selling book At the Beach, which is a finalist in the nonfiction section of the New Zealand Post Children's Book Awards. This book encourages children aged 4-8 to explore their gardens and discover the plants and animals that live there, with sections on bees, wasps and flies; butterflies and moths; snails and spiders; lizards, mammals and birds. Aimed at children from pre-schoolers and up, the book will also appeal to anyone who is curious about the wild side of New Zealand gardens. ...Show more

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Large 9780241395585

The Kitchen Science Cookbook by Dr. Michelle Dickinson

$50.00 NZD

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Category: Children - Reference

The Kitchen Science Cookbook is a beautifully crafted recipe book with a unique twist- each recipe is a science experiment that you can do at home, using the everyday ingredients you'll find in your kitchen. No need to be a science expert - these easy-to-follow recipes make mind-blowing science experime nts fun for everyone. From sticky ice and raising raisins to balloon science and scrumptious slime, nanotechnologist Michelle Dickinson shows that we can all be scientists, no matter how young or old. With recipes tested by enthusiastic people around the world, The Kitchen Science Cookbook is the perfect gift for all ages. ...Show more

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Large 9781760402600

Historium Poster Book by Richard Wilkinson Editor

$39.99 NZD

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Category: Children - Reference

This beautiful large-format poster book lets you decorate your walls with the gorgeous images from Historium. This is a stunning celebration of the history of the world.A collection of full colour, immaculately detailed images from unparalleled new talent, Richard Wilkinson.Posters offer an exploration of the world's cultural history and will brighten up any room.Large, high-quality format makes this the ideal gift. ...Show more

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24 Hours in the Kiwi Bush by Gillian Torckler

$20.00 NZD

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3

Category: Children - Reference

When night falls and all is quiet, there is a whole world of activity, deep in the heart of our native bush . . . Get up close and personal with the flora and fauna of our country over a 24-hour cycle. Follow the nocturnal kiwi and weta as they scour the forest floor for food in the early hours; flit a mongst the trees with the tui and kakariki as they announce the arrival of a new dawn. Let Gillian and Darryl Torckler guide you on an immersive journey into the intimate world of our native bush wildlife, featuring fascinating facts and stunning photography. ...Show more

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Large 9781927213544

In the Bush: Explore & Discover New Zealand's Native Forests (PB) by Gillian Candler

$20.00 NZD

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3

Category: Children - Reference | Series: Explore & Discover

In the Bush is the fourth title in the popular and award-winning 'explore discover' series. The successful author and illustrator combination of Gillian Candler and Ned Barraud, turn their attention to the New Zealand bush and its iconic animals and plants. Young readers will be fascinated to learn more about familiar creatures as well as discover other intriguing plants and animals and see how they relate to each other in the forest ecosystem. Learn about pests and other dangers to our native wildlife and catch a glimpse of animals and plants that thrive in wildlife sanctuaries. In the Bush includes: insects and other invertebrates, fungi, ferns and mosses, birds, bats, introduced pests, vines, epiphytes, and trees. ...Show more

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Large 9781526300010

What Is Gender? How Does It Define Us? and Other Big Questions for Kids by Juno Dawson

$22.00 NZD

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Category: Children - Reference

What's the difference between sex and gender? What does it mean to be defined by your gender? Are there only two genders? This informative book helps kids to explore these questions and many more. It explains how your gender can have an impact on your life, what it means to choose your own gender ident ity and the importance of gender equality. Topics covered include gender stereotypes, why there are different toys for boys and girls, being intersex and transgender, cross-dressing and gender around the world. You will also hear from a range of people who share their personal gender philosophies. Poet Anthony Anaxagorou discusses his masculinity, author Holly Bourne writes about the importance of feminism, Krishna Istha explains what it means to be genderqueer and Juno shares her experiences of being transgender. Other contributors and celebrities featured include Miley Cyrus, Lady Gaga, John Legend, Jack Monroe, Caitlyn Jenner, RuPaul, Laura Dockrill, Conchita Wurst, Andrew McMillan and Emma Watson. Aimed at young people aged 10 and upwards. Part of the groundbreaking and important 'And Other Big Questions' series, which offers balanced and considered views on the big issues we face in the world we live in today. ...Show more

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Large 9780241412800

1000 Inventions and Discoveries (PB) by Roger Bridgman

$30.00 NZD

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Category: Children - Reference

Showcasing 1,000 groundbreaking moments in history and telling the whole story behind each discovery. This family reference delves into the inner workings of the world's greatest inventive minds and shows how they made their discoveries and what trials they faced along the way.

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