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A complete guide to the requirements for NCEA Horticulture Level 1 using targeted language, clear line drawings and photographs. Practical and NCEA oriented exercises are used throughout the book.

One in 13 of New Zealand's native plants is now threatened with extinction. Six species have already, like the moa and the huia, gone for ever. This beautifully illustrated book combines precise botanical descriptions with lavish photography in describing 189 species officially designated by conservationists as extinct or threatened.

This title has been a stand out amongst Godwit's highly regarded gardening titles since its first publication in 2001. Author Fiona Eadie, horticulture tutor, writer and now head gardener at Larnach Castle, where she can take credit for the Castle's stunning plantings, has revised and updated this classic book to make it even more indispensable to the New Zealand gardener. Over 25 per cent of the plants have been changed, bringing it in line with the author's evolving views of the growing habits and climate tolerance of our native ... read more

What do I need to make a garden? What plants can I eat from my garden? Is spaghetti squash a plate of flat pasta? If you want to know more about growing your own juicy tomatoes, crunchy carrots and tasty strawberries, then this is the book for you. Find out what tools you need and how to make seeds grow into fruit, flowers or vegetables. Learn how to grow a pumpkin with your name on it, how you can make a living tepee and how to grow a cucumber inside a bottle. Discover who your garden friends are and find out who's just waiting to... read more

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Discover secret hideaways with Wildlife Watchers. Packed with fascinating fact files, stunning photographs and hands-on activities, find out about what lives in the different habitats that surround you! • Fact files giving the statistics of every species • Activities to reinforce learning • High-quality, detailed photographs of every species • Clear, colourful design • Contents, glossary, index and notes for parents and teachers • Matt and spot uv on every cover

Six exciting books for Key Stage 1 readers covering all the essential information for the study of plant and animal life cycles. Each title looks at all the key features of the animal group (physical characteristics, habitats, behaviour, everyday life) and then gives the reader seven in-depth profiles from a range of unusual and amazing animals

Looking at Plants is a companion series to the hugely successful Looking at Minibeasts. It explains the role of plants in the environment, and how people use and abuse plants for different purposes, such as food and fuel.

This series explains the role of plants in the environment, and how people use and abuse plants for different purposes, such as food and fuel. It also covers the parts of plants - roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits and seeds - and the role they play. Titles look at how plants survive, grow and reproduce in their own environment, and include activity spreads on how to grow and observe featured plants. This title covers plants for life.

Each book in this series focuses on the life cycle of one featured animal/plant and goes on to examine the similarities and differences in related species. They look at how different environments of the world affect life cycles.

A series of board books with an environmental message. Perfect for introducing very young children to the concept of caring for the planet. Suitable simple text and images are used to convey the message.

Factoscope - Ages 8-Adult (series of 7) With bright, vibrant colors and amazing photography, these six 64-page visually stunning resource books and teacher's guide invite students to explore and discover the world of science. Key facts and terms are described on each page. “Factoscope” boxes highlight important points of text. Colorful photographs are labeled for easy identification. Highlights Key science terms are highlighted on every page Dramatic full-color photographs Important text is bulleted

Encourages children to learn about the world as they learn to read. This title supports KS1-2 Science and Literacy. It offers non-fiction for developing readers. It includes texts and illustrations which support children learning to read. It contains information sections at the back of the book with index, author and illustrator biography.

This title features 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. Simple instructions will encourage your child to watch, take notes, collect things and observe changes, helping them learn about science as they play. A lift-the-flap surprise at the end of every experiment explains the ... read more

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Native New Zealand Flowering Plants is a comprehensive guide to New Zealand's richly diverse and exceptionally beautiful array of flowing plants. Over 600 species are included - from well-known and often cultivated trees and shrubs such as pohutukawas and hebes to lesser known herbs and grasses. A short description of each species, along with superb close-up photographs of flower and fruits will enable quick accurate identification. First published 1991. This revised edition 1999.

This book is suitable for ages 6 to 9 years. Most plants have roots, stems, and leaves. Whether they live in oceans, forests, or marshes, plants use these parts to make their own food. This easy-to-understand book introduces children to the basics of photosynthesis and food chains. It also looks at the different ways in which plants grow.

This title is intended for ages 6 to 10 years. Children will love learning about plants and plant parts. Beautiful photographs and artwork in this spectacular ABC book help teach children to identify various plants and find similar examples in their own communities.