Collection: Nonfiction

This book tells the story of how we came to collect information, and what it means for us. The ability to record information in the form of writing and collecting data has caused an explosion of technological progress. It hasn't always been like this. For a long time, human progress was very slow...

Follow an ingenious trail of 400 facts about everything from secret recipes and escape artists to hidden treasure and invisibility cloaks. You'll meet an underwear-stealing cat, find out about sharks that glow, uncover a toilet in disguise and learn about the biggest ever game of hide-and-seek. A...

This book is an engaging introduction to chemistry and tackles the key concepts and big ideas in a friendly and accessible way. From atoms to molecules, discover the basic building blocks of the universe and find out how chemists use them to create amazing new medicines, materials and more. Follo...

From barking blue-winged kookaburras, elegant emus, gallant galahs, lyrical lyrebirds and musical magpies to silky satin bower birds -- children will discover why wild nature is our most precious resource. This What's That? title features Myke Mollard's vibrant cinematic drawings of a wide range ...

From precious pobblebonks, terrific turtle frogs and colourful corroboree frogs to conniving cane toads and snouty smooth newts -- children will discover why wild nature is our most precious resource. This What's That? title features Myke Mollard's vibrant cinematic drawings of Australian amphibi...

Countdown the top 100 greatest gaming world records! The Gamer's Edition is back and bursting with new trivia, facts and stats. Discover the highest scores, fastest speedruns and biggest collectors across every major game, console, character and developer.

Drought is one of the natural forces of nature that have shaped Australia's landscapes. In this book find out how Australia responds to drought and how farmers and people in cities are all affected when a drought is declared.

Come on an illustrated expedition across the sky to discover why clouds have always fascinated us. Enjoy blazing sunsets, raging storms, bright blue skies and inky nights while learning the different types of clouds and what kind of weather you can expect from each variation. It's time to see the...

The Spectacular Science of the Living World is guaranteed to answer all those tricky science questions that children ask about animals, plants, habitats and ecosystems. Questions include when and how did life first appear on Earth? How do trees communicate with each other? What are the Great Exti...

1000 fascinating facts about sharks, including where they live, what they eat, and fun facts about sharks in culture and history.