Argonauta Octopus Navigator
by Jill Morris Illustrations by Lynn Muir
One of the most prized treasures collected by beachcombers around the world is the parchment-like egg case of an octopus called argonaut, popularly known as the Paper Nautilus. Argonauta nodosus is one of six currently recognised species of Argonauts which have appeared in writings about the sea since ancient times. ISBN: 9780947304713 $19.95 Paperback
A - Z of Australian Wildlife
by Nan McNab Photographs by Gary Lewis
Stunning colour photographs illustrate this fine collection of Australia's animals, birds, insects and reptiles. Arranged alphabetically, the book can be read to small children as a first alphabet book or enjoyed by adults and older children alike. The text is brief, funny and informative, and will delight readers of all ages. For the more curious reader, detailed information is provided about the habits and behaviour of Australia's strange and wonderful wildlife. ISBN: 1876711337 $12.95 Paperback
Bromley's Outback Adventure
by Alan and Patricia Campbell
Take a ride with Bromley and friends in his new 4WD on a journey through the outback. ISBN: 1876622407 $9.95 Paperback
Crocoroos and Kangadiles
by Nan McNab Illustrations by Jiri Tibor Novak
Crocoroos and kangadiles are just two of the funny and fantastic animals hiding in this book. Award winning Illustrator Jiri Tibor Novak and author Nan McNab live in a forest by the sea which they share with many of the creatures in their book. ISBN: 187702967X $11.95 Paperback
Harry the Hairy-Nosed Wombat & other Australian Animal Tales
by Jill Morris Illustrations by Tina Wilson
Six well-loved stories about Australian animals, by celebrated children's author Jill Morris. ISBN: 0947304673 $14.95 Paperback
Koala Number One
by Jill Morris Illustrated by Heather Gall
When Kolo the Koala grows up and is sent away to find a new home, he discovers that the koalas' habitat has been destroyed. After facing many dangers, he creates a new life for himself and a new family. ISBN: 0947304681 $14.95 Paperback
Kookaburra School
by Jill Morris Illustrated by Heather Gall
Kookaburra fledglings learning skills from a Wise Old Bird discover how to share their territory with other animals and people. ISBN: 0947304649 $14.95 Paperback
Mahogany the Mystery Glider
by Jill Morris Illustrated by Sharon Dye
After 106 years hidden in mystery, the endangered Mahogany Glider (Petaurus gracilis) was rediscovered by Dr Steve Van Dyck of the Queensland Museum. Author Jill Morris was inspired by Steve's story to tackle three years of research, including field study in the narrow strip of north Queensland's coastal lowlands where this appealing glider's habitat is being eroded by human development. Sharon Dye's unique illustrations are in pencil and watercolour on coffee-stained paper: Another fascinating natural science presentation from the team who created "The Wombat Who Talked to the Stars". ISBN: 0947304428 $27.95 Hardback
Nautilus Pearl of the Deep
by Jill Morris Illustrated by Lynn Muir
In the deepest depths of a tropic sea, at the foot of a giant reef, there lives a creature from ancient times who swam with the dinosaurs….Tila the Nautilus ventures from the safety of her reef home into the deep ocean haunt of a Giant Squid and other sea monsters that haven ever seen the light of day. ISBN: 9780947304775 $19.95 Paperback
Phillip the Penguin
by John Paul Fischbach Illustrated by Andries Maritz
A tale about Phillip the Penguin's first experiences away from his mothers nest and how a beautiful day out testing his swimming abilities and chasing food can be interrupted by the effects of human disasters on our marine species. Included at the end of the story an informative questions and answers guide for educating our children on the little penguin species. ISBN: 0977542106 $16.95 Paperback
Scrambled Egg
by Wendy Binks
Fluster the Corella is frantic. Her egg has fallen from her nest. Stripey and Leggy want to help her, but before they can make a plan, the egg begins to hatch. Soon the strangest creature any of them have ever seen appears. It is definitely NOT a corella chick. Not a bird of any kind in fact. However, birds are not the only creatures that lay eggs... Join Stripey and his friends as their search for the mother of the funny little grub takes them from Broken Springs to beyond the Black Stump. ISBN: 9780646479293 $14.95 Paperback
Silly Baby Magpie!
by Jill Morris Illustrated by Heather Gall
Comical adventures of a magpie fledgling who has to learn skills to survive. An entertaining read-aloud picture storybook told in rhyme, with information about a common Australian bird. ISBN: 0947304592 $14.95 Paperback
Tale of the Outback Waterhole
by Robin Skirrey Illustrations by Graham Smith
One day a long time ago, long before even your Grandmother was a little girl, a spring of water emerged through the surface of the ground….." Tale of the outback Waterhole is an enlightening story about the balance of nature in Australia. The story begins in prehistoric times and continues to the present day. This is a beautifully illustrated, educational book which carries an environmental message about the sensitivity of nature in Australia. The story tells how a waterhole is created and flourishes in the Australian outback. Over many years the aboriginals live in harmony with the land and the waterhole. In latter years, farming is introduced to the area, which eventually harms the waterhole.. The waterhole is revived to its former glory through the cooperation of the farmer, environmentalists and the local aboriginals. This book concludes with a section of teaching notes and activities. ISBN: 0977511405 $19.95 Paperback
Where's Stripey
by Wendy Binks
Can you imagine having to keep track of thirty small emu chicks, who are running here, there and everywhere? Well, that's what Crikey, their dad must do, and when one of them goes missing, it sends him on a frantic search. Winner of the Children's and Young Adult section of the Wild and Woolley Best Independently Published Australian Books. ISBN: 0646450018 $15.00 Paperback
Wombat Who Talked to the Stars, The
by Jill Morris Illustrations by Sharon Dye
The Northern Hairy-nosed Wombat (Lasiorhinnus krefftii), a critically endangered species, is found in one colony in central Queensland, Australia. Jill Morris tells the history of the species from the point of view of Wombat Male 25, with sensitive, colourful illustrations by Sharon Dye. Members of the Northern Hairy-nosed Wombat Recovery Team have assisted in the development of this important book, produced at a crucial time for the survival of these precious animals. ISBN: 0947304703 $17.95 Paperback
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