Children's / Teenage general interest: Nature & animals

It's a big question - can predicting the weather save lives? The weather can be extreme, but thanks to meteorologists, we're able to prepare for all kinds of threats! Hurricanes, cyclones, floods, blizzards - there are so many types of extreme weather, so can knowing what's coming next really sav...

A stunning gift collection of animal poems from master storyteller Michael Morpurgo, celebrating with heart and humour the creatures with whom we share our planet.

Have you ever wondered why male lions have manes or how the stripes on a tiger's coat help it to hunt? Then this may be the book for you! From small pets to large predators, discover how cats use their whiskers, senses, paws, claws, and more.

Although he didn't do very well at school, Charles Darwin was passionately curious about wildlife, humans, and plants. After a journey to South America, he developed his landmark theory: that all living things are related. Today, he is regarded as one of the most brilliant scientists who ever liv...

A picture-book retelling of Charles Darwin's 'On the Origin of Species'; this accessible work brings evolution to the younger generation through stylish illustrations and a simple, easy-to-understand text. The Darwin family illustration in this edition has been updated to include Darwin's two chi...

This guide lets the young reader discover how Darwin changed our understanding of the human race - and our place within the animal kingdom - with his ground-breaking work, 'On the Origin of Species'. Divided into short yet comprehensive chapters, children will be able to learn about one of the mo...

Make a difference to the local wildlife with the ideas and tips in this informative, hands-on book. Help the animals around you by creating a safe place where they can thrive. Activities will help you get up-close to nature in a safe and responsible manner, whether it's by studying minibeasts, po...

From what's being done to stop pollution harming life on Earth, to why rising sea levels mean maps will need to be redrawn: let your child discover all about our fragile planet and the dramatic changes that are affecting the weather, the environment and our way of life.

We know what we need to do - so why don't we just sort out climate change? Many kids (and quite a few adults) have asked the question; this book answers it with a positive but realistic vision of what the solution to our global crisis looks like. After a recap of the science behind climate change...

Bring your umbrella, and come on a walk to find out about the different types of weather we encounter in our wonderful world. You'll find out about the water cycle, how snow forms and even how rainbows are made!