Author: Laine Cunningham
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781946732774
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Ideal for the nature-loving traveler, Amazing Australia is a handy pocket guide to the most unusual and the most common birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, plants, and trees of Australia. Featuring over a hundred examples, this compact work makes an excellent addition to curricular units in social studies and biology.
Amazing Australia
Author: Laine Cunningham
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781946732774
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Ideal for the nature-loving traveler, Amazing Australia is a handy pocket guide to the most unusual and the most common birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, plants, and trees of Australia. Featuring over a hundred examples, this compact work makes an excellent addition to curricular units in social studies and biology.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781946732774
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Ideal for the nature-loving traveler, Amazing Australia is a handy pocket guide to the most unusual and the most common birds, mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects, plants, and trees of Australia. Featuring over a hundred examples, this compact work makes an excellent addition to curricular units in social studies and biology.
Australia's Amazing Kangaroos
Author: Ken Richardson
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643107150
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 243
Book Description
This book provides an authoritative source of information on kangaroos and their relatives. Topics include: species characteristics and biology, adaptations and function, and conservation. The book also discusses culling and the commercial kangaroo harvest, as well as national attitudes to kangaroos and their value for tourism. There are 71 recognised species of kangaroo found in Australasia. Of these, 46 are endemic to Australia, 21 are endemic to the island of New Guinea, and four species are found in both regions. The various species have a number of common names, including bettong, kangaroo, pademelon, potoroo, quokka, rat kangaroo, rock wallaby, tree kangaroo, wallaby and wallaroo. Illustrated in full colour, Australia’s Amazing Kangaroos will give readers insight into the world of this intriguing marsupial – an animal that has pride of place on the Australian Coat of Arms.
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643107150
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 243
Book Description
This book provides an authoritative source of information on kangaroos and their relatives. Topics include: species characteristics and biology, adaptations and function, and conservation. The book also discusses culling and the commercial kangaroo harvest, as well as national attitudes to kangaroos and their value for tourism. There are 71 recognised species of kangaroo found in Australasia. Of these, 46 are endemic to Australia, 21 are endemic to the island of New Guinea, and four species are found in both regions. The various species have a number of common names, including bettong, kangaroo, pademelon, potoroo, quokka, rat kangaroo, rock wallaby, tree kangaroo, wallaby and wallaroo. Illustrated in full colour, Australia’s Amazing Kangaroos will give readers insight into the world of this intriguing marsupial – an animal that has pride of place on the Australian Coat of Arms.
Amazing Animals of Australia's National Parks
Author: Gina M. Newton
Publisher: National Library of Australia
ISBN: 0642278881
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
With its enticing and colourful design and its fascinating information, this is a book that children will want to pour over-either at home, in the classroom or on a road trip. This book brings together 55 national parks, selected across all Australian states and territories, and over 120 animals. It is divided into seven sections according to habitat (woodlands and grasslands; forests; rainforests; arid zones; mountains; wetlands and waterways; coasts, oceans and islands), each including a number of national parks and a selection of the fish, reptiles, frogs, birds and mammals that inhabit them. At the end of the book is a section on 'little critters'-beetles, spiders, butterflies, grasshoppers, bugs and so on. Each habitat section opens with photographs of the featured national parks and a description of the habitat. Each animal has its own page, which has a stunning colour photograph of the species, a map of its distribution range, its conservation status and scientific information about the species. The information is divided into the following sections: 'Fast Facts' gives you all the vital statistics, such as size, lifespan and number of young; 'Where Does It Live?' tells you where in Australia you can find the species and provides details about its home; 'What's Its Life Like?' tells you a bit about how the animal moves, behaves, eats and has young; and 'Interesting Info' has quirky and fascinating facts. This book features a foreword by the Governor-General of Australia, Sir Peter Cosgrove.
Publisher: National Library of Australia
ISBN: 0642278881
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 168
Book Description
With its enticing and colourful design and its fascinating information, this is a book that children will want to pour over-either at home, in the classroom or on a road trip. This book brings together 55 national parks, selected across all Australian states and territories, and over 120 animals. It is divided into seven sections according to habitat (woodlands and grasslands; forests; rainforests; arid zones; mountains; wetlands and waterways; coasts, oceans and islands), each including a number of national parks and a selection of the fish, reptiles, frogs, birds and mammals that inhabit them. At the end of the book is a section on 'little critters'-beetles, spiders, butterflies, grasshoppers, bugs and so on. Each habitat section opens with photographs of the featured national parks and a description of the habitat. Each animal has its own page, which has a stunning colour photograph of the species, a map of its distribution range, its conservation status and scientific information about the species. The information is divided into the following sections: 'Fast Facts' gives you all the vital statistics, such as size, lifespan and number of young; 'Where Does It Live?' tells you where in Australia you can find the species and provides details about its home; 'What's Its Life Like?' tells you a bit about how the animal moves, behaves, eats and has young; and 'Interesting Info' has quirky and fascinating facts. This book features a foreword by the Governor-General of Australia, Sir Peter Cosgrove.
An Amazing Australian Road Trip
Author: Jackie Hosking
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781760653842
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Hop in for the rollicking, rhyming Australian road trip of a lifetime, as we travel all around Australia in search of the best spot to celebrate Aunty's birthday! We're travelling from Melbourne on a birthday trip west, our aunty is sixty and we're off on a quest. In An Amazing Australian Road Trip a family visits every state and territory of Australia, looking for the perfect picnic spot and experiencing all the landscapes, climates and wonders that Australia has to offer along the way. Each page has exuberant and dynamic artwork along with fun facts about the iconic locations and landmarks they visit, from Ningaloo Reef to Uluru, the Australian War Memorial to Coober Pedy and more.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781760653842
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Hop in for the rollicking, rhyming Australian road trip of a lifetime, as we travel all around Australia in search of the best spot to celebrate Aunty's birthday! We're travelling from Melbourne on a birthday trip west, our aunty is sixty and we're off on a quest. In An Amazing Australian Road Trip a family visits every state and territory of Australia, looking for the perfect picnic spot and experiencing all the landscapes, climates and wonders that Australia has to offer along the way. Each page has exuberant and dynamic artwork along with fun facts about the iconic locations and landmarks they visit, from Ningaloo Reef to Uluru, the Australian War Memorial to Coober Pedy and more.
Australia's Sweetheart
Author: Michael Adams
Publisher: Hachette Australia
ISBN: 0733640303
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
This is the fascinating story of Mary Maguire, a 1930s Australian ingenue who sailed for Hollywood and a fabulous life, only to have her career cut short by scandal and tragedy. Packed with celebrity, history and gossip, AUSTRALIA'S SWEETHEART is perfect for readers of SHEILA and THE RIVIERA SET. Mary Maguire was Australia's first teenage movie star and she captivated Hollywood in the mid 1930s. Mary lived on three continents and was celebrated in Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Los Angeles and London. Her life was lived in parallel with seminal incidents of the twentieth century: the Spanish Flu; the Great Depression; the Bodyline series; Australia's early radio, talkies and aviation; Hollywood's Golden Era; the British aristocracy's embrace of European fascism; London's Blitz; and post-war American culture and politics. Mary knew everyone, from Douglas Jardine, Don Bradman, Errol Flynn and Ronald Reagan, to William Randolph Hearst, Maureen O'Sullivan, Judy Garland and Queen Elizabeth II. AUSTRALIA'S SWEETHEART in an irresistible never-before-told story that captures the glamour of Hollywood and the turbulent times of the twentieth century, with a young woman at its centre. If you loved THE AMAZING MRS LIVESEY, Robert Wainwright's SHEILA and MISS MURIEL MATTERS, you will adore AUSTRALIA'S SWEETHEART.
Publisher: Hachette Australia
ISBN: 0733640303
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 304
Book Description
This is the fascinating story of Mary Maguire, a 1930s Australian ingenue who sailed for Hollywood and a fabulous life, only to have her career cut short by scandal and tragedy. Packed with celebrity, history and gossip, AUSTRALIA'S SWEETHEART is perfect for readers of SHEILA and THE RIVIERA SET. Mary Maguire was Australia's first teenage movie star and she captivated Hollywood in the mid 1930s. Mary lived on three continents and was celebrated in Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Los Angeles and London. Her life was lived in parallel with seminal incidents of the twentieth century: the Spanish Flu; the Great Depression; the Bodyline series; Australia's early radio, talkies and aviation; Hollywood's Golden Era; the British aristocracy's embrace of European fascism; London's Blitz; and post-war American culture and politics. Mary knew everyone, from Douglas Jardine, Don Bradman, Errol Flynn and Ronald Reagan, to William Randolph Hearst, Maureen O'Sullivan, Judy Garland and Queen Elizabeth II. AUSTRALIA'S SWEETHEART in an irresistible never-before-told story that captures the glamour of Hollywood and the turbulent times of the twentieth century, with a young woman at its centre. If you loved THE AMAZING MRS LIVESEY, Robert Wainwright's SHEILA and MISS MURIEL MATTERS, you will adore AUSTRALIA'S SWEETHEART.
Outback
Author: Dan Kainen
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
ISBN: 9781523508235
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Embark on an eye-opening adventure in the land Down Under, and see eight creatures in astounding motion. From the New York Times bestselling series. Using Photicular® technology that’s like a 3-D movie on the page, OUTBACK whisks you to the vast, remote world of wild Australia, where heat waves dance forever and animals, isolated by the vagaries of continental drift, are unlike those found anywhere else on Earth. Each moving image delivers a rich, immersive visual experience—and the result is breathtaking. The kangaroo hops. A wombat waddles. The frilled lizard races on two legs across the desert floor. A peacock spider dances and shows off its vibrant colors. Experience it for yourself!
Publisher: Workman Publishing Company
ISBN: 9781523508235
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Embark on an eye-opening adventure in the land Down Under, and see eight creatures in astounding motion. From the New York Times bestselling series. Using Photicular® technology that’s like a 3-D movie on the page, OUTBACK whisks you to the vast, remote world of wild Australia, where heat waves dance forever and animals, isolated by the vagaries of continental drift, are unlike those found anywhere else on Earth. Each moving image delivers a rich, immersive visual experience—and the result is breathtaking. The kangaroo hops. A wombat waddles. The frilled lizard races on two legs across the desert floor. A peacock spider dances and shows off its vibrant colors. Experience it for yourself!
The Amazing SAS
Author: Ian McPhedran
Publisher: HarperCollins Australia
ISBN: 0732279844
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 39
Book Description
Who Dares Wins: for the soldiers and officers of the SAS Regiment, this is not just their professional motto, but a creed that shapes their lives. This book provides a thrilling insight into the way this country's SAS soldiers are selected and trained, and reveals fascinating details about recent SAS deployments.
Publisher: HarperCollins Australia
ISBN: 0732279844
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 39
Book Description
Who Dares Wins: for the soldiers and officers of the SAS Regiment, this is not just their professional motto, but a creed that shapes their lives. This book provides a thrilling insight into the way this country's SAS soldiers are selected and trained, and reveals fascinating details about recent SAS deployments.
The Amazing True Story of How Babies Are Made
Author: Fiona Katauskas
Publisher: HarperCollins Australia
ISBN: 146070441X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
THE GO-TO BOOK FOR PARENTS WANTING HELP WITH THAT TALK ... SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2016 CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDS It's one of the most amazing stories ever told -- and it's true! Funny, frank and embarrassment-free, THE AMAZING TRUE STORY OF HOW BABIES ARE MADE gives a fresh take on the incredible tale of where we all come from. REVIEWS: 'If you're looking for a book for children that's accessible but honest, sex positive and inclusive, THE AMAZING TRUE STORY OF HOW BABIES ARE MADE is pretty much perfect.' -- Child Magazine 'Common sense, facts, the delightful humour and illustrations will enable this book to be universally accessible and a joy to be shared. A must buy for all parents.' -- Buzzword Books 'Highly recommended ... a necessary addition to every parent library' -- ReadPlus.com.au 'It's the inclusive nature of the book as well as its light touches of humour that make it a worthy update of a perennially interesting subject' -- Sydney Morning Herald 'terrific, funny and explicit-in-a-good-way ... Destined to become a classic.' -- Weekend West
Publisher: HarperCollins Australia
ISBN: 146070441X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 52
Book Description
THE GO-TO BOOK FOR PARENTS WANTING HELP WITH THAT TALK ... SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2016 CHILDREN'S BOOK COUNCIL BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARDS It's one of the most amazing stories ever told -- and it's true! Funny, frank and embarrassment-free, THE AMAZING TRUE STORY OF HOW BABIES ARE MADE gives a fresh take on the incredible tale of where we all come from. REVIEWS: 'If you're looking for a book for children that's accessible but honest, sex positive and inclusive, THE AMAZING TRUE STORY OF HOW BABIES ARE MADE is pretty much perfect.' -- Child Magazine 'Common sense, facts, the delightful humour and illustrations will enable this book to be universally accessible and a joy to be shared. A must buy for all parents.' -- Buzzword Books 'Highly recommended ... a necessary addition to every parent library' -- ReadPlus.com.au 'It's the inclusive nature of the book as well as its light touches of humour that make it a worthy update of a perennially interesting subject' -- Sydney Morning Herald 'terrific, funny and explicit-in-a-good-way ... Destined to become a classic.' -- Weekend West
Big Things
Author: David Clark
Publisher: Penguin Books
ISBN: 9780143002000
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
From the Big Ant to the Giant Worm, Australia has Big Things across the country in every state and territory. Some are magnificent, some amusing and others just plain kitsch, but each recognises the contribution of local industry, fauna or characters to the Australian psyche. Big Thingsis a tribute to those who have dreamed up, built, visited or simply love Australia's oversized road attractions.
Publisher: Penguin Books
ISBN: 9780143002000
Category : Australia
Languages : en
Pages : 230
Book Description
From the Big Ant to the Giant Worm, Australia has Big Things across the country in every state and territory. Some are magnificent, some amusing and others just plain kitsch, but each recognises the contribution of local industry, fauna or characters to the Australian psyche. Big Thingsis a tribute to those who have dreamed up, built, visited or simply love Australia's oversized road attractions.
Australia's Amazing Dinosaurs
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781925847574
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A guide to the dinosaurs Down Under, which ranged from ferocious carnivores to hebivorous behemoths. Meet 14 of Australia's most famous dinosaur species, and learn about the science behind palaeontology - from how we define dinosaurs, to how we've started learning what colour they might have been! This is the second book in the 'Australia's Amazing' series, following the success of Australia's Amazing Whales and Dolphins.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781925847574
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A guide to the dinosaurs Down Under, which ranged from ferocious carnivores to hebivorous behemoths. Meet 14 of Australia's most famous dinosaur species, and learn about the science behind palaeontology - from how we define dinosaurs, to how we've started learning what colour they might have been! This is the second book in the 'Australia's Amazing' series, following the success of Australia's Amazing Whales and Dolphins.