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Book Cover:  We are the Weather Makers
By Tim Flannery
Tim Flannery dedicated the first edition of The Weather Makers to children: 'to all of their generation who will have to live with the consequences of our decisions.' Seventy percent of the people who are alive now will be alive in 2050. This is the date, many scientists agree, by which we have to cut our carbon emissions by 70%.

Since its publication in September 2005, The Weather Makers has had a...

Tim Flannery dedicated the first edition of The Weather Makers to children: 'to all of their generation who will have to live with the consequences of our decisions.' Seventy percent of the people who...
Published: 31/07/2006
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781921145346
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover:  Ready, Steady, Grow!
By Horticultural Society Royal

Cool gardening projects for kids!

Get your child in the garden, get sowing and harvesting and they will learn to grow all kinds of plants, vegetables and fruits quickly and easily!

No need to wait months for results: they'll be able to follow the simple instructions to raise fantastic plants in twelve weeks or much less. Soon they'll have tasty tomatoes and delicious strawberries, pretty marigolds...



Cool gardening projects for kids!

Get your child in the garden, get sowing and harvesting and they will learn to grow all kinds of plants, vegetables and fruits quickly and easily!

No need to wait months...



Published: 30/08/2010
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781740337717
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Richard Hammond's Blast Lab: With Over 30 Really Cool Experiments!
By Richard Hammond

Fantastic experiments with Richard Hammond from Top Gear and ABC3's Blast Lab.

If your child loves the fun filled science of Richard Hammond's Blast Lab, then get them experimenting at home with this exciting science book packed with experiments and challenges from the series.

Fantastic experiments with Richard Hammond from Top Gear and ABC3's Blast Lab.

If your child loves the fun filled science of Richard Hammond's Blast Lab, then get them experimenting at home with this exciting...

Published: 30/03/2009
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781740337069
RRP: $29.95
Book Cover:  Backyard Science 2: In The Kitchen
By Chris Maynard
Backyard Science 2: Children can become scientists in their own home using everyday utensils, ingredients and appliances.

Helps to make a traditionally difficult subject area relevant and exciting Projects focus on hands-on learning The materials and equipment recommended for the projects can be found around the home and outdoors

Backyard Science 2: Children can become scientists in their own home using everyday utensils, ingredients and appliances.

Helps to make a traditionally difficult subject area relevant and exciting Projects...

Published: 07/06/2004
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781740334051
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover: The Most Explosive Science Book In The Universe by the Brainwaves
By Dorling Kindersley

Get set for a stupendous survey of the dramatic science that makes you, the world and the whole Universe - now in paperback.

Meet the Brainwaves in The Most Explosive Science Book in the Universe. The hilarious little mischief-makers are about to take your child on a spectacular scientific adventure; from the bubble, fizz and bang behind chemistry to the brute force of physics. The Brainwaves shrink...

Get set for a stupendous survey of the dramatic science that makes you, the world and the whole Universe - now in paperback.

Meet the Brainwaves in The Most Explosive Science Book in the Universe. The...

Published: 25/01/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781409383925
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover:  Help Your Kids With Science
By Vordeman & Carol

A simple, visual approach to helping your child understand science from Carol Vorderman

Reduce the stress of studying science and help your child with their homework by following Help Your Kids with Science , a unique visual guide that demystifies the subject for everyone.



A simple, visual approach to helping your child understand science from Carol Vorderman

Reduce the stress of studying science and help your child with their homework by following Help Your Kids with Science...

Published: 23/05/2012
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781409383468
RRP: $29.95
Book Cover:  Ask A Dinosaur
By Dorling Kindersley

Got a question? Ask a Dinosaur in this brand new fact finding series.

Were dinosaurs lazy? Where did dinosaurs sleep? Where are their ears? Ask a Dinosaur takes a discovery journey into the exciting subject of dinosaurs, meeting the deadliest, the largest, and the noisiest. Your child will love discovering all about dinosaurs with this amazing question and answer book.



Got a question? Ask a Dinosaur in this brand new fact finding series.

Were dinosaurs lazy? Where did dinosaurs sleep? Where are their ears? Ask a Dinosaur takes a discovery journey into the exciting subject...

Published: 02/05/2011
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405365857
RRP: $12.95
Book Cover:  Ask A Bug
By Dorling Kindersley

Got a question? Ask a bug, In this brand new fact finding series.

Why do bugs bug us? Do butterflies remember being caterpillars? Why don't spiders get stuck to their own webs? Ask a Bug reveals the mysteries and wonder of the world of bugs – the insects, the spiders, and the many-legged creepy crawlies. Your child will love discovering all about bugs with this amazing question and answer book...

Got a question? Ask a bug, In this brand new fact finding series.

Why do bugs bug us? Do butterflies remember being caterpillars? Why don't spiders get stuck to their own webs? Ask a Bug reveals the mysteries...

Published: 02/05/2011
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405364331
RRP: $12.95
Book Cover:  Dinosaur 3-D Pop-Ups
By Dorling Kindersley

Discover the world of dinosaurs with incredible augmented reality animations.

Awe-inspiring dinosaurs literally pop-up from the pages of Dinosaur: 3-D Pop-Up . Watch as baby dinosaurs are born, investigate the landscapes they lived in and where they roamed with these 3-D digital animations. It's so simple - just hold up the page to a web-cam to activate the animation and see the dinosaurs from the...

Discover the world of dinosaurs with incredible augmented reality animations.

Awe-inspiring dinosaurs literally pop-up from the pages of Dinosaur: 3-D Pop-Up . Watch as baby dinosaurs are born, investigate...

Published: 28/03/2011
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405363037
RRP: $24.95
Book Cover:  Animals Alive
By Dorling Kindersley

What will life on Earth be like in one hundred years? Which species will be extinct and what new species will we discover? Could Jurassic Park really be created?

Animals Alive has the answers to these questions and more as it takes you on a journey through the animal kingdom. Explore some of the most exciting and diverse habitats, from rainforests to coral reefs and see amazing animal events like the...

What will life on Earth be like in one hundred years? Which species will be extinct and what new species will we discover? Could Jurassic Park really be created?

Animals Alive has the answers to these...

Published: 28/03/2011
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405362849
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover:  What Makes Me Me?
By Robert Winston

Let your child discover the answers to all sorts of human body questions; from why people have allergies and why they're a marvel at maths through to what makes their best friend terrific at tennis.

Robert Winston explains that biology isn't just science and shows how our social and emotional self is created; what makes an individual and why. The body's biology is explained, and learning is made fun...

Let your child discover the answers to all sorts of human body questions; from why people have allergies and why they're a marvel at maths through to what makes their best friend terrific at tennis.

Robert...

Published: 28/06/2010
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781405358033
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover:  It's Elementary! Putting the crackle into chemistry
By Robert Winston

An explosive look at chemistry with Robert Winston - now in paperback

How do you make a dog? Why are helium balloons lighter than air? What are the secrets of the Philosopher's Stone?

It's Elementary! takes an amazing look at the stuff that stuff is made of. Discover the elements that make up everything from you to your dog! See what the elements are, how they were discovered and the extraordinary...



An explosive look at chemistry with Robert Winston - now in paperback

How do you make a dog? Why are helium balloons lighter than air? What are the secrets of the Philosopher's Stone?

It's Elementary!...



Published: 30/08/2010
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781405358040
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover:  Can You Feel the Force?
By Richard Hammond

Winner of the Junior Aventis Prize for Science Books in 2007, Can You Feel the Force? is the ultimate fun-filled science book that puts the fizz back into Physics, now in paperback

Physics doesn't just happen in a lab – it happens in the kitchen, in your bath, in a car! Join a thrilling high-energy journey through time, space and beyond and find out about the physical forces that make our world...

Winner of the Junior Aventis Prize for Science Books in 2007, Can You Feel the Force? is the ultimate fun-filled science book that puts the fizz back into Physics, now in paperback

Physics doesn't just...

Published: 22/11/2010
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781405358064
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover:  Mini Scientist: In the Kitchen
By Dorling Kindersley

Fun experiments to do in the kitchen – for mini scientists

Teach your child all about science with this activity book, packed with cool experiments to do in your kitchen, together. They'll love learning first concepts whilst doing fun, mess-free activities, from making eggs float to creating magic balloons.

Fun experiments to do in the kitchen – for mini scientists

Teach your child all about science with this activity book, packed with cool experiments to do in your kitchen, together. They'll love learning...

Published: 16/06/2010
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405356183
RRP: $14.95
Book Cover:  Mini Scientist: In the Garden
By Burke Lisa

Fun experiments to do in the garden – for mini scientists.

Teach your child all about science with this activity book, packed with cool experiments to do outside, together. They'll love learning first concepts doing fun, mess-free activities, from growing plants to creating a buzzy bee pinwheel.

Fun experiments to do in the garden – for mini scientists.

Teach your child all about science with this activity book, packed with cool experiments to do outside, together. They'll love learning...

Published: 16/06/2010
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405356190
RRP: $14.95
Book Cover: The Big Ideas that Changed the World
By Dorling Kindersley

Discover the big ideas that changed our world

From matches to mobiles, antibiotics and the flexible drinking straw - some inventions don't just change the way we do things but change the world. Marvel at some of the world's most amazing discoveries that have made a sensation, from the first wheel to satellite navigation. Kids will love the incredible facts and info, such as why the tin can was...

Discover the big ideas that changed our world

From matches to mobiles, antibiotics and the flexible drinking straw - some inventions don't just change the way we do things but change the world. Marvel...

Published: 30/08/2010
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405356831
RRP: $39.95
Book Cover:  Animals and Me
By Dorling Kindersley

Take an original look at how bodies work – both human and animal

Did you know that we have the same number of bones in our neck as a giraffe? That dogs can smell 25 times better than us and that sheep need about half as much sleep as we do?


Take an original look at how bodies work – both human and animal

Did you know that we have the same number of bones in our neck as a giraffe? That dogs can smell 25 times better than us and that...

Published: 30/08/2010
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405356954
RRP: $16.95
Book Cover: The Science Book
By Dorling Kindersley

An interactive look at science for kids.

This comprehensive look at science will teach your child all about twenty
seven 'Big Ideas', from atoms to net force. These ideas will help them to
connect the dots between what they observe and what they understand.
Bursting with facts and close-up graphics, explaining tricky concepts using
accessible visuals. Learn about why energy can change but is never...



An interactive look at science for kids.

This comprehensive look at science will teach your child all about twenty
seven 'Big Ideas', from atoms to net force. These ideas will help them to
connect the...

Published: 28/06/2010
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405354134
RRP: $39.95
Book Cover:  What Goes on in My Head?
By Dorling Kindersley

Discover why you do what you do.

Join Professor Robert Winston and introduce your child to the most powerful, complicated computer network that exists - their brain. From what the different parts of the brain do and why it changes at different stages in a person's life, to why sleep is so important for us.

Packed with amazing illustrations and fascinating facts like why bird song is similar to...

Discover why you do what you do.

Join Professor Robert Winston and introduce your child to the most powerful, complicated computer network that exists - their brain. From what the different parts...

Published: 18/08/2010
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405353731
RRP: $19.95
Book Cover: The Little Brainwaves Investigate... Human Body
By Dorling Kindersley

Find out about the human body the fun way with the Little Brainwaves.

Meet the Brainwaves, hilarious little mischief-makers who are about to shrink down to miniscule level and take your child on a spectacular journey around the human body; from milk teeth to our incredible circulatory system.

Packed with brilliant photography, wonderfully wacky illustrations and amazing facts, your child will discover...

Find out about the human body the fun way with the Little Brainwaves.

Meet the Brainwaves, hilarious little mischief-makers who are about to shrink down to miniscule level and take your child on a spectacular...

Published: 31/05/2010
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9781405351805
RRP: $19.95

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21 May 2012
2012 Australian Book Industry Awards (ABIAs) - winners

The Australian Book Industry Awards were held in Sydney on Friday night. It was a great night for Penguin with our books taking the top honors in four book categories including the prestigious Book of the Year. Congratulations also to Peg McColl, Kate McCormack and the rights team who won the International (Rights) Award for the second year running for Paul French's book Midnight in Peking. United Book Distributors were again named Distributor of the Year.

Illustrated Book of the Year

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