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Australian Stories: Convicts by Charles Hope
$14.95 AUD
Category: Children's Reference | Series: Our Past
The first European settlers in Australia were convicts. In just 70 years these unwanted 'criminals' shaped the colonies that would become Australia. Welcome to our past, and discover the fascinating world of convicts and gaolers.
Frogs (CloseUp) by Charles Hope
$14.99 AUD
Category: Children's Reference | Series: CloseUp
Take a closer look at these amazing amphibians. Frogs go through an amazing transformation during their life cycle, and are well adapted to living on land and in water.
Gold - Australian stories by Charles Hope
$14.95 AUD
Category: Children's Reference
In the 1850s Australia was gripped by gold fever. People came from all over the world to seek their fortune. Gold played a significant role in shaping the history of Australia. Welcome to our past, and discover the fascinating world of gold.
Home by Charles Hope
$27.99 AUD
Category: Children's Reference
The concept of home is not unique to humans. Animal species from around the world exhibit a range of wonderful and unique understandings of what their home can be. From highly organised beehives and ant colonies to creatures that carry their homes with them, the animal kingdom is host to a spectacular a ...Show more
Oz Animals - Koalas (PB) by Charles Hope
$14.99 AUD
Category: Children's Reference
Take a closer look at these amazing Australian fauna. These cuddly creatures are among Australia's most recognisable and beloved animals.
Power Up! The Big Book of Energy by Charles Hope
$24.99 AUD
Category: Children's Reference
Power. We need it to light our houses, heat our lounge rooms and make our cars move. Almost everything you use in a day needed power to make it, and to get it to you. Power is changing our world every day. But where does this power come from? Will it ever run out? How is it changing? Switch on with th ...Show more
Robots: the Future Is Now by Charles Hope
$24.99 AUD
Category: Children's Reference
Robots are a fascinating and divisive subject. Many people believe they are destined to make our lives easier, while some believe they could be misused with terrible consequences. Take an in-depth look at this amazing technology and how it is already being used in Robots: The Future is Now!
Technology: Then and Now by Charles Hope
$14.99 AUD
Category: Children's Reference
Throughout much of human history, people have used the latest technology to entertain and make their life easier. The devices and gadgets of today have come a long way from those of the past. Welcome to the fascinating world of Technology: Then & Now.
The Big Book of Antarctica by Charles Hope
$27.99 AUD
Category: Children's Reference
Antarctica is the driest, coldest and windiest continent on Earth. Even though it is a harsh and difficult place to live, Antarctica is home to more than a thousand plant and several hundred animal species. Antarctica has 90 per cent of Earth's ice and plays a major role in our weather. Scientists from ...Show more
The Big Book of the Bicycle by Charles Hope
$27.99 AUD
Category: Children's Reference
The humble bicycle has played a significant part in the lives of millions - if not billions - of people. Trace the history of these wonderful machines from the early days of their inception right through to the latest models, all the while learning about the major impact they have had on society at larg ...Show more
The Book of Amazing Incredible Fantastic Facts by Charles Hope
$27.95 AUD
Category: Children's Reference
Fantastic facts are all around us. From the longest to the shortest and the biggest to the smallest, our world is filled with amazing information. Get ready for a different look at the incredible world of knowledge.
The Book of Australian Minibeasts (PB) by Charles Hope
$27.99 AUD
Category: Insects
Australia is a large country with a wide range of climates and habitats. Our island continent is home to spiders, bugs, beetles and all sorts of other creepy-crawlies not found anywhere else. Welcome to the fascinating world of Australian minibeasts.