New Titles

Let's go for a walk on Mother Earth : Mtakmi kwe

Armstrong, Juliana.


Various publishers. Today is a good day to go for a walk on Mother Earth. Come on a journey with young Sachiiwin and Waawaasbiikse as they count all the wonderful animals they can see. With each new animal friend, learn their Anishinaabemowin name, and discover what makes them special.
Date Published:2025

Ten ways to hear snow

Camper, Cathy


Various publishers. Walking to her grandmother's home to help make warak enab, Lina discovers many ways to hear snow, from the scrape of a shovel on a sidewalk to the quiet pats of snowman-building.
Date Published:2020

I am friendly : confessions of a helpful bear

Tracy, Kristen, 1972-


Various publishers. Enveloping readers in a big bear hug, this humorous and heartwarming story follows the adventures of a well-meaning grizzly bear whose good intentions complicate her forest friends' lives in laugh-out-loud moments.
Date Published:2024

I have a superpower

Curry, Stephen, 1988-


Various publishers. A young child learns that he does not have to be the strongest, fastest, or jump the highest, but as long as he has determenation and heart any goal is achievable.
Date Published:2022

Ivy the snail finds she's enough

Markusich, Andrea.


Various publishers. Discover the magic of self-acceptance with "Ivy the Snail finds She's Enough." This book embraces the message that you are worthy just as you are - no need to earn your worth. Let Ivy's journey remind you to embrace your unique self.
Date Published:2025

The curious why

DiTerlizzi, Angela,


Various publishers. A magical friend called the Curious Why encourages children's imaginations to fly, as they consider "how, what, where and when?" in relation to the world around them.
Date Published:2024

Let's meet the Ancient Egyptians

Hubbard, Ben, 1973-


Travel with one family through 3,000 years of jaw-dropping, awe-inspiring history, discovering how ancient people worked, played, fought, and feasted, and featuring some of the huge historical figures that marked their lives. Experience the sights, smells, and sounds of the Nile River as you hunt for food with fisherman's daughter Mery. Flip the page and suddenly feel the heat of the blistering desert as her descendant - soldier Hori - prepares for battle. Then jump through time to join Hemira and her father in heaving stones to build the epic Great Pyramid. Each new character has their own unique story, as they encounter mummies, pharaohs, gods, and much more!
Date Published:2026

Travel with one family through 3,000 years of jaw-dropping, awe-inspiring history, discovering how ancient people worked, played, fought, and feasted, and featuring some of the huge historical figures that marked their lives. Experience the sights, smells, and sounds of the Nile River as you hunt for food with fisherman's daughter Mery. Flip the page and suddenly feel the heat of the blistering desert as her descendant - soldier Hori - prepares for battle. Then jump through time to join Hemira and her father in heaving stones to build the epic Great Pyramid. Each new character has their own unique story, as they encounter mummies, pharaohs, gods, and much more!

Date Published:2026

The magic and mystery of Earth : explore the incredible place we call home

Bittel, Jason, 1983-


Includes index. What is Earth? -- Wind and water, land and sea -- Earth on the move -- Life on Earth -- Earth and me. The Magic and Mystery of Earth combines vivid illustrations with dazzling and up-to-date photography to help young scientists aged 7-9 learn all there is to know about Earth. Day turns to night, seasons shift, water moves, volcanoes erupt in a burst of fury, and animals swing and dart across the pages of this earth science guide. Children will love to learn about our planet, starting at Earth's fiery core, then journeying upwards through clouds and wind before soaring over the Amazon rainforest and gliding across Earth's icy poles to discover the wonders of our ever-changing planet.
Date Published:2026

Includes index. What is Earth? -- Wind and water, land and sea -- Earth on the move -- Life on Earth -- Earth and me. The Magic and Mystery of Earth combines vivid illustrations with dazzling and up-to-date photography to help young scientists aged 7-9 learn all there is to know about Earth. Day turns to night, seasons shift, water moves, volcanoes erupt in a burst of fury, and animals swing and dart across the pages of this earth science guide. Children will love to learn about our planet, starting at Earth's fiery core, then journeying upwards through clouds and wind before soaring over the Amazon rainforest and gliding across Earth's icy poles to discover the wonders of our ever-changing planet.

Date Published:2026

An anthology of flowers

Bailey, Maddie.


Includes index. Garden flowers -- Rainforest flowers -- Mountain flowers -- Waterside flowers -- Desert flowers -- Wildfowers -- Deadly flowers -- Fragrant or smelly? -- Edible flowers -- Healing flowers. An Anthology of Flowers will be your child's guide through the natural world, teaching how to easily identify different species, including a vast variety of blooms, from exotic blossoms to iconic garden favorites.
Date Published:2026

Includes index. Garden flowers -- Rainforest flowers -- Mountain flowers -- Waterside flowers -- Desert flowers -- Wildfowers -- Deadly flowers -- Fragrant or smelly? -- Edible flowers -- Healing flowers. An Anthology of Flowers will be your child's guide through the natural world, teaching how to easily identify different species, including a vast variety of blooms, from exotic blossoms to iconic garden favorites.

Date Published:2026

Guinness world records. Wild things


Odd bods -- The cute factor -- Little & large -- Creepy-crawlies -- Dinology -- Danger zone -- Conservation club -- Wild things & us -- On the map. It's time to unleash our wildest book yet! In this edition we explore the world's superlative species: those exotic and extraordinary critters you (probably) won't find in your backyard. You'll meet the largest, smallest, cutest, scariest and downright weirdest animals across the globe, from venomous primates and sleepy bats to ocean oddities and even a creature that passes gas to move around!
Date Published:2025

Odd bods -- The cute factor -- Little & large -- Creepy-crawlies -- Dinology -- Danger zone -- Conservation club -- Wild things & us -- On the map. It's time to unleash our wildest book yet! In this edition we explore the world's superlative species: those exotic and extraordinary critters you (probably) won't find in your backyard. You'll meet the largest, smallest, cutest, scariest and downright weirdest animals across the globe, from venomous primates and sleepy bats to ocean oddities and even a creature that passes gas to move around!

Date Published:2025

Butt or face? Vol. 04, ador-a-butts!

Lavelle, Kari,


Are you ready for round four of the hilarious guessing game picture book? Discover fascinating facts about adorable animals while guessing if you're looking at a butt or a face!
Date Published:2026

Pokémon book of battles : the official guide to battles in Pokémon Horizons: the series!

Andreou, Katherine,


Follow the journey of Liko, Roy, and the rest of the Rising Volt Tacklers aboard The Brave Olivine, and read about the exciting battles that take place on their adventures. Packed with key skills, moves and tactics to use in battles, this is the ultimate guide to the battles of Pokémon Horizons: The Series.
Date Published:2026

Color in nature : secrets of animal survival

Aitken, Stephen, 1953-


Ten of the most colorful animals in the world -- Animal studio : making color from light -- Making an impression : mating and dominance -- The art of invisibility : now you see me...now you don't -- Defense : warnings, deceptions and confusion -- Conserving nature's palette. Animals like rainbow-colored parrots, red-nosed mandrills and brilliant blue peacocks use their vibrant colors to survive. ... But even with the power of color on their side, many of these species, their habitats and food sources are under threat. We need to conserve the entire spectrum of the animal world to maintain a healthy and colorful planet for all life on Earth.
Date Published:2026

Ten of the most colorful animals in the world -- Animal studio : making color from light -- Making an impression : mating and dominance -- The art of invisibility : now you see me...now you don't -- Defense : warnings, deceptions and confusion -- Conserving nature's palette. Animals like rainbow-colored parrots, red-nosed mandrills and brilliant blue peacocks use their vibrant colors to survive. ... But even with the power of color on their side, many of these species, their habitats and food sources are under threat. We need to conserve the entire spectrum of the animal world to maintain a healthy and colorful planet for all life on Earth.

Date Published:2026

Polar

Bittel, Jason, 1983-


Includes index. The Arctic -- The Antarctic. Dive into the coldest corners of our planet with this stunning guide to the Arctic and Antarctic. Explore towering glaciers, crimson Blood Falls, and snow-covered tundra teeming with life. From iconic polar bears to hardy mosses, a wild, wondrous world shaped by snow and ice is waiting for you.
Date Published:2026

The Aztecs : the rise and fall of a mighty empire

Limerick, Anna.


Includes index. Discover how Aztec warriors trained for battle, why family life was so important, and how a great city was founded where an eagle was spotted on a cactus. Pore over breathtaking new artwork, eye-popping images of Aztec stone carvings, and unique illustrations, and travel back in time to this awe-inspiring ancient civilization.
Date Published:2026

The Kingfisher extreme nature encyclopedia


Includes index. Journey through the powerful science of our world with 'The Kingfisher Extreme Nature Encyclopedia!' This book explains the realities of climate and weather in its many forms. As young readers turn the pages of this book, they can explore mega forces of nature, from moving plates to warming seas. The fact-packed content explains a range of natural disasters and how they occur, including: tsunamis, wildfires, droughts, blizzards, avalanches, tornadoes, floods and more.
Date Published:2026

Includes index. Journey through the powerful science of our world with 'The Kingfisher Extreme Nature Encyclopedia!' This book explains the realities of climate and weather in its many forms. As young readers turn the pages of this book, they can explore mega forces of nature, from moving plates to warming seas. The fact-packed content explains a range of natural disasters and how they occur, including: tsunamis, wildfires, droughts, blizzards, avalanches, tornadoes, floods and more.

Date Published:2026

Cryptids : uncover the secrets behind the world's most baffling beasts and curious creatures

MacFarlane, Tamara,


Loch Ness monster -- Bigfoot Wendigo -- Supernatural cryptids -- Horrifying Hoaxes. Step into the shadows of weird history and folklore with this captivating cryptozoology guide, revealing the truth behind the world's most famous (and infamous) monsters. Readers can investigate the stories behind legendary creatures, learning how scientific methods and detective work help separate fact from fiction. From deep-sea leviathans to shadowy urban legends, this stunningly illustrated guide encourages kids to evaluate evidence, analyze data, and form their own conclusions.
Date Published:2026

Loch Ness monster -- Bigfoot Wendigo -- Supernatural cryptids -- Horrifying Hoaxes. Step into the shadows of weird history and folklore with this captivating cryptozoology guide, revealing the truth behind the world's most famous (and infamous) monsters. Readers can investigate the stories behind legendary creatures, learning how scientific methods and detective work help separate fact from fiction. From deep-sea leviathans to shadowy urban legends, this stunningly illustrated guide encourages kids to evaluate evidence, analyze data, and form their own conclusions.

Date Published:2026

Beasts from before the dinosaurs : extraordinary forgotten creatures from 250 million years ago

Lerwill, Ben,


Life begins -- Out of the sea -- The great dying -- Permian land & sea -- Our family tree -- Helicoprion -- Varanops -- Arthropleura -- Edaphosaurus -- Trilobite -- Lystrosaurus -- Eryops -- Gigantospongia -- Dimetrodon -- Diplocaulus -- Diictodon -- Meganeura -- Scutosaurus -- Coelurosauravus -- Inostrancevia -- Suminia -- Xenacanthus -- Cotylorhynchus -- Bunostegos -- Eudibamus -- Prionosuchus -- Other Permian creatures. There was a time when there was no grass, or birdsong, or flowers. When no Stegosaurus or T. rex had ever walked the Earth, and no Pterodactylus had ever flown through the sky. Sounds quiet, doesn't it? But it wasn't. It was crawling with life. The world looked very, very different then -- and the animals did, too. So, grab your binoculars, tread quietly and let's head back to the dim and distant past.
Date Published:2026

Life begins -- Out of the sea -- The great dying -- Permian land & sea -- Our family tree -- Helicoprion -- Varanops -- Arthropleura -- Edaphosaurus -- Trilobite -- Lystrosaurus -- Eryops -- Gigantospongia -- Dimetrodon -- Diplocaulus -- Diictodon -- Meganeura -- Scutosaurus -- Coelurosauravus -- Inostrancevia -- Suminia -- Xenacanthus -- Cotylorhynchus -- Bunostegos -- Eudibamus -- Prionosuchus -- Other Permian creatures. There was a time when there was no grass, or birdsong, or flowers. When no Stegosaurus or T. rex had ever walked the Earth, and no Pterodactylus had ever flown through the sky. Sounds quiet, doesn't it? But it wasn't. It was crawling with life. The world looked very, very different then -- and the animals did, too. So, grab your binoculars, tread quietly and let's head back to the dim and distant past.

Date Published:2026

Guinness world records 2027


Includes index. Discover the incredible achievements and inspiring stories of record breakers from around the world... and how you can become one of them. With all new content -- from high-end hotels to deserted ghost towns and talented pets to global sports superstars -- the new edition of Guinness World Records once again shows how record breaking is for everyone, everywhere.
Date Published:2026

Shapes of nature : a kaleidoscope of the natural world

Hoare, Ben,


Inside, you'll discover shimmering beetles and dazzling tree frogs, knobbly seashells and sparkling crystals, plus fabulous fungi and delicate feathers - all arranged in stunning mosaics. Each page transforms nature's treasures into works of art, revealing the hidden shapes and intricate details that we often overlook.
Date Published:2026