Ecosystems Books

Enter the fascinating and surprising world of bugs in this delightful flap book. There are probably twenty quadrillion ants in the world - that's a lot! But most people have no idea about the tiny creatures scuttling, flying, wriggling or burrowing...

An easy-to-read introduction to sea life for young children. How do fish breathe? Is coral a plant? Which sea creatures are poisonous? The answers to these questions and more can be found in this fact-filled book. Simple, easy-to-read text, detailed...

Take a journey through the fascinating world of birds with this tactile book jam-packed with scientific facts and incredible full-color illustrations. From soaring eagles to colorful parrots, this book explores the diverse array of birds that inhabit...

An awe-inspiring narrative about the power of nature and our place within it, from the creator of My Octopus Teacher, filmmaker Craig Foster “Amphibious Soul is an important book. . . . This book isn't about learning how to be wild but rather a guide to...

Introduce young readers to the wonders of the sea and answer little kids’ big questions about these incredible marine environments. How deep is the ocean Did you know there are underwater volcanoes How many species live in the sea Why do tsunamis start...

A positive, creative, colourful and REALLY USEFUL introduction to protecting our seas - and the animals living in them. The sea creatures are having a rough ride at the moment, navigating plastic litter, chemical spills, warming oceans and fishing...

A beautiful and energetic introduction to our wonderful ocean, and why we need to look after it Once teeming with plants and animals, our ocean is no longer in good shape. It's warming up and becoming a dumping ground for plastic rubbish. But it doesn't...

Matt Sewell returns with a sumptuous celebration of the most amazing migrating mammals, birds, reptiles, fish,  insects and even plants who battle through Earth's toughest conditions to make extreme journeys. Gorgeously illustrated in Matt's...

What does it take to be "top dog" In this illustrated exploration of the animal kingdom, Caldecott Honor winner Steve Jenkins introduces readers to some of the most powerful predators in history, from the Tyrannosaurus rex to the African Siberian tiger...

An interactive nature book for little children, showing the water cycle through the journey of a raindrop. One little raindrop falls from the sky... Follow its incredible journey until it finally reaches the sea, where it evaporates to become part of a...

A flap book with a positive vision for a future world powered by sustainable, renewable energy. We need energy, and lots of it - but some of the ways we generate energy put life on Earth in danger. We already have some planet-friendly alternatives, but...

A thought-provoking book for children aged 5+ years that explores biodiversity and opens up key discussions about the environment and the topical issues highlighted in David Attenborough's documentary Extinction: The Facts. There are estimated to be...

Dive into incredible underwater worlds with this atmospheric pop-up book. Meet a ray and a turtle gliding through a teeming coral reef, spot an octopus hiding in the kelp forest and a shark dashing after a shoal of shimmering sardines. Dare to explore...

An illustrated flap book that takes readers on a journey along the Amazon River and deep into the world's largest rainforest. Set off on a journey along the world's largest river, and go deep into the planet's largest rainforest. Turn the pages and lift...

Dive into the incredible world of the sea and all the creatures that live within it in this exciting new children’s book with Dr. Seuss’s beloved Lorax! With unique rhymes, spectacular information and tons of educational artwork, children will love...

Get up close to nature with naturalist and TV presenter CHRIS PACKHAM CBE and encounter the amazing animal superheroes that will help us save the world. What links whales, earthworms, dogs and wasps? They are all SUPERHERO ANIMALS! Explore the amazing...

It's hard to believe that you have the power to save the world, but it's true! We'll show you how to harness your inner hero with loads of awesome ways to make a positive impact on the planet. In 101 Ways to be an Eco Hero, the follow up to 101 Small...

From popping off a tail to rolling around in dung to farting to send a message, this funny and informative nonfiction picture book shows the many unusual ways animals adapt to their surroundings!Animals survive and thrive in astounding ways: they trick,...

A Junior Library Guild SelectionDiscover the tiny, fascinating world of nurse logs in this first book in an illuminating picture book series that explores how even the smallest habitats play big roles in nature.Once there stood a giant fir tree that...

Discover how a tree’s wounds and decay bring new life to the forest ecosystem in this lyrical nonfiction picture book for fans of Because of an Acorn and A Stone Sat Still.When a tree falls, is its story over?There are many ways a tree’s story could end:...

Discover when, how, where, and why fungi grow in this poetic and illuminating nonfiction picture book in the vein of When the Sky Glows and Animal Architects.Above ground, below ground, all around, fungi grow. They root and fruit and twist and twine...

A unique and beautiful approach to understanding climate change with practical actions to help protect the planet.Climate change is an important, yet complicated, subject How Do We Stop Climate Change? makes it accessible for all ages, from the 8+...

With Little Seed as your guide, come discover the interconnected world of trees, animals, and fungi in this informative, fun-filled illustrated book for kids.Journey into the heart of the forest to explore its enchanting ecosystem, with our fun and...

Visit the secret world of ants in this fully illustrated exploration of one of the most hardworking insect species!You probably already know that ants build large ant hills connected by tunnel systems below ground. And you know that ants are so strong...

Age range 4 to 8An adorable, STEM-themed picture book for kids 4 to 8 that reveals the wisdom mushrooms have to teach us.Mushrooms always wear their thinking caps. They know so many things. This vibrant and informative book shares the fascinating lessons...

Take a wild ride with the carbon atom through a history of Earth's climate, from dinosaurs to wooly mammoths to today's climate crisis.The Everywhere Atom blends science, humour, and cartoon atoms to explain how the carbon cycle affects the climate,...

A beautiful work of art to make you fall in love with the tiny creatures all around you!**Winner of the JP Redout Children's Book Prize**The world is full of insects. They far outweigh humans on earth, and we couldn't survive long without them. But do...

Cold, wet, and acidic, bogs appear to be extremely hostile to life, yet numerous plants and animals have adapted in fascinating ways in order to survive there. In Big Belching Bog, Phyllis Root lets us in on the secrets of the mysterious bog, describing...

Age range 5+Bite-sized facts about bodies of water from around the globe, pointing out the animals and plants found in them, as well as the unique features and inner workings of these environments. Go around the world with us and get to know different...

Did you know that beaver ponds provide habitat for hundreds if not thousands of life forms?Using their extremely strong teeth, beavers chop down trees to build a dam. The dam creates a pond that is habitat for everything from algae to giant moose. After...

Living for more than five thousand years, ancient bristlecone pines are the oldest trees on Earth. Interweaving lovely, meticulously drawn pictures with a story line that spans 5,000 years, Alexandra Siy invites young naturalists to explore the secrets...

Age range 0 to 3Start environmental conservation early with the newest title from the Baby's Big World series!Energy makes things GO!But where does energy come from?It's never too soon to share the potential of clean energy with your little one. Peek...

"A nuanced portrayal of fire as a force to be respected."-Publishers WeeklyLife as we know it evolved with fire; there is no us without it.With lyrical text grounded in the latest research, this picture book shares the primal connection between all...

Age range 0 to 3Full of short, simple facts about creatures that lurk in the dark that will inform and delight babies, kids, and parents!Mysterious creatures roam the earth in the dark of night. Each animal has a unique ability Some use heightened senses...

Learn all about where grizzly bears live, what they eat, and how they hunt.This non-fiction book gives information about the grizzly bear, one of the most powerful and resilient animals of the North.

Immersive non-fiction with STEM and social justice themes that proves that the future of the environment is in our handsand helps pave the way forward.Evolution isn't just a thing of the past. It is happening right now, in every species across the...

Gripping narrative non-fiction with STEM and social justice themes that proves cities can be surprisingly wild places-and why understanding urban nature matters.What can city bees tell us about climate change? How are we changing coyote behavior? And...

Age range 8 to 12The second book in the ThinkCities series explores water as a precious, finite resource, tracing its journey from source, through the city, and back again.Living in cities where water flows effortlessly from our taps and fountains, it's...

The Arctic is not a barren, frigid landscape filled with only ice and snow. It is a complex ecosystem that contains many thriving habitats, each supported by dozens of ecological relationships between plants and animals.From the many animals that live...

Age range 8 to 12From the New York Times bestselling author of The Hidden Life of Trees and Can You Hear the Trees Talking? comes a guide to finding nature in the city for kids 8-12.Features STEM activities, fun facts, quizzes, photographs, and more.You...

Age range 9 to 12Perfect for home-schooling and virtual and blended learning,Palm Trees at the North Poleshares the science and history of climate change through awesome facts and detailed, colourful illustrations that will excite and draw kids into this...

Age range 6 to 12Discover nature's secret world with this amazing collection of X-ray photographs of animals and plants!Using incredible X-ray techniques, Inside In displays creatures and their natural habitats in a never-before-seen way. Kids will learn...

Age range 2 to 6A visually stunning introduction to patterns found in nature. Perfect for early STEM learning in preschool and kindergarten.From the dots on a ladybug to the spiral on a snail, patterns in nature can be found anywhere. This simple and...

Age range 4 to 8This utterly unique book for kids 4 to 8 explores super-small creatures with astounding abilities through rhyming and comic-style spreads.Did you know that some of the smallest creatures on Earth have real-life superpowers?The minute...

Age range 12+ **Honourable Mention - Bologna Ragazzi Award**There's an invasive species in our oceans: Plasticus maritimus. It's a threat to our world. What is it? What can we do about it? When she was young, biologist Ana Pgo didn't play in a...

High profile author: Rob Greenfield is an internationally acclaimed zero-waste environmental activist with 341k subscribers on YouTube and 816k followers on Facebook. Empowering and uplifting: Greenfield leads by example and shows kids how small actions...

A wonder-filled picture book inspired by the science of trees.translates scientific knowledge about the kinship structures of the forest into a beautiful and affirming story about how trees nurture the young. Discover all the ways in which a mother tree...