Australian Geographic Libri

Take a world trip with us as we go on safari to meet the freakiest creatures in the animal kingdom.

Our unique plants and animals are one of the many reasons people visit our country. Australia has more than 27,700 plant species, 378 mammal species, 828 bird species, 4000 fish species, 140 snake species, two crocodile species and around 50 types of marine mammal. However, Australia is also home to some of the most dangerous plants and animals in the world. Our deadliest animals often make the top lists owing to a combination of their venom and defensiveness, as well as their proximity to populated areas. On the face of it, plants may seem innocuous, but about 1000 species of plants in Australia are known to be toxic to animals and humans. Don't wander around Down Under without learning about the 50 most dangerous, deadly and downright dastardly creatures that live here, from our scariest snakes and injury-causing insects to our blood-curdling birds. With animal fact-files, location information and more, Killer Oz is the perfect guide to deadly Australia.

Escape to Nature is a stunning guidebook to 75 of Australia's most unique and awe-inspiring national parks, carefully selected by the Australian Geographic team. Given Australia is home to the highest number of national parks in the world, choosing only 75 of the best was a difficult task to say the least. These 75 must-see nature areas will soothe your spirit, pique your interest and inspire a deeper connection with Australia's environment. Get a feel for these national parks before you visit, as each entry covers Traditional Owners, history, wildlife, the best landmarks, must-do activities, and where to walk and camp. Experience a prolonged beach break on the pristine sands of the Queensland coast, climb mountains in the Australian Alps, stop to smell the (wild)flowers of Western Australia's South West, seek wisdom from the ancient rainforests of northern New South Wales, feel the stiff sea breezes of the Great Ocean Road on your face, or hear the cacophony of birdcalls in Kakadu. With vibrant photos, illustrations and maps, you'll have no trouble finding a national park that's the perfect escape for you. Whether you're living the van life around Australia or craving some soul-searching on long weekends, there are so many natural areas around this vast continent waiting to be discovered. Escape to nature today!

Get your running shoes on! Put on your green and gold and join the Australian Geographic team as we take a journey from ancient Greece to the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics and beyond We'll meet Australian Olympic champions and peek behind the scenes at how Olympic cities are chosen and medals are made

The world of minibeasts is bigger than we think! From the worms on the ground, to the insects in the air and the jellyfish in the sea - minibeasts are all around us! These books are cross-curricular and come with comprehensive IWB lessons. The lessons are fully differentiated - different learning stages are all able to work on the same exercise. Entire lesson units are designed to take advantage of the full interactivity of the IWBs.

Unearth the mysteries of the rocks that form the world around us, and the fossils that tell us the history of our planet. These books are cross-curricular and come with comprehensive IWB lessons. The lessons are fully differentiated - different learning stages are all able to work on the same exercise. Entire lesson units are designed to take ......

For 30 years AUSTRALIAN GEOGRAPHIC journalists have revealed the rich diversity of a nation. From schoolyards to parliament and the outback to the ocean, they have reported on Australia and Australians, both ordinary and extraordinary, going about their daily lives. Within these pages are photographs of landscapes both intimate and infinite, compelling portraits of people in joy or in grief; native wildlife and plant life in stunning detail and astonishing clarity; rare glimpses of industry and endeavour and the individuals that drive them; and remarkable views captured by adventurers and explorers on expedition. Inside this beautiful compendium of stories from a rich, 30 year history of examining the very best of Australia’s nature, culture, people and places is a portrait of Australia beyond the urban and suburban fringe.

In Britain in 1787, prisons were overflowing with lawbreakers and troublemakers. It was decided that the newly-discovered land of New South Wales should be established as a penal colony, and thousands of convicts were shipped around the world.

With lots of colourful photos, illustrations and easy-to-read text this book will inspire, educate and excite. Discover the perhistoric world of dinosaurs with this educational children's book complete with details about the appearance, habitat, and traits of many different Australian dinosaur species. From the vicious T. Rex to the stegosaurus, discover the mystery of the time of the dinosaurs, and compare and reflect on how similar they are to reptiles today. Uncover their footprints, piece together their skeletons and delve into the fascinating world of the dinosaurs.

Australia is filled to the brim with awesome dogs. From our kelpies to our collies, our shepherds to our terriers - every dog that calls Australia home is excellent. There are some dogs though, that when given the chance, are at the head of the pack. They have a special quality about them. They are legendarily loyal, the kind of dog who'll stick by you no matter what. They are beautifully brave, willing to face danger for the sake of someone else. They've gone on an astounding adventure, leaving the backyard behind for some kind of caper. They're a kind of superhero, responsible for rescuing someone in danger. They may have stood shoulder-to-knee with our soldiers in battles, or walked beside someone who needed a helping paw. In this book you'll meet just some of the awesome dogs that call Australia home.