Dieser Autor konzentriert sich auf das Schreiben von Sachbüchern für Kinder. Seine Werke befassen sich häufig mit der natürlichen Welt und ihren Bewohnern und zielen darauf ab, jungen Lesern die Faszination der Natur zu vermitteln. Er erforscht das Verhalten und die Eigenschaften von Tieren und betont deren Einzigartigkeit und Bedeutung innerhalb von Ökosystemen. Sein Ziel ist es, durch fesselnde Erzählungen Neugier und Verständnis für die natürliche Welt zu wecken.
Set against the backdrop of climate change, the narrative follows a polar bear's life, highlighting the challenges it faces in a changing environment. The author, a conservation biologist, provides a poignant exploration of the species' struggles, all beautifully illustrated to enhance the emotional depth of the story. The atmospheric setting invites readers to reflect on the impact of environmental shifts on wildlife.
From the mighty Asian elephant to the tiny rosalia longicorn beetle, creatures all over the world are under threat like never before in human history. In this timely book, conservation biologist and award-winning author Martin Jenkins introduces just a few of the species under threat, exploring why they are in danger and how we can help them.
A beautifully illustrated and atmospheric story exploring how polar bears are coping with climate change; a stunning new addition to the Protecting the Planet series. It snowed last night. The first fall of the season. More is on its way. For this polar bear, this is a sign it's time to make a den, a safe place to sleep through the harsh Arctic winter and to give birth to her cubs. But the Arctic is changing; familiar landscapes are melting. What kind of world will her cubs grow up in? This beautifully illustrated picture book gently explores the effects of climate change on polar bears, along with information on how we can all make a difference and protect the planet for these majestic animals.
Otters that break open shells on their chests? Crows that make hooks to snare grubs? Discover the surprising (and sometimes sneaky!) ways that animals use tools.Many animals use tools in ingenious ways—some use sticks, others use stones, and some can even sew! The archerfish spits jets of water to knock down its prey. The palm cockatoo makes drumsticks to impress its mate with a beat. The burrowing owl attracts beetles by decorating its doorway with dung, and chimpanzees skillfully wield grass stems to fish out termites. In their fourth book in the Find Out About series, Martin Jenkins and Jane McGuinness look at a range of clever tools that show just how inventive animals can be. An end note offers more fascinating details for curious readers.
Engaging young readers, this book explores the fascinating strategies animals use for disguise, highlighting the creativity of nature. Written by a conservation biologist, it offers a captivating introduction to animal adaptations, encouraging curiosity and appreciation for wildlife.
Everyone recognizes the puffin with its black-and-white feathers and brightly coloured bill. But how does the puffin live? What happens down in its burrow? And how on earth does it carry all those fish in its bill? Discover the amazing world of the puffin in an exciting collaboration between the award-winning pair of author Martin Jenkins and illustrator Jenni Desmond. This new title in the celebrated Nature Storybook series is packed with interesting facts to inspire a love of the natural world.
Stunning coverage of all modes of transport across the region in full colour.
Amazing photographic record of all parts of the city served by the trams.
"Tropical rainforests are amazing places. More kinds of animals and plants live in them than live anywhere else in the world. This one is in Malaysia, in Southeast Asia. Let's go and take a look... The breathtakingly-detailed illustrations are packed with life, from hornbills to gibbons, bats and the much-loved Asian Elephant, while the conversational text expertly weaves in complex biology to show young readers both how life in the jungle is intrinsically linked, and why we must work to protect it"--Publisher's description.