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A Failure to Understand: Early Colonialism and the Indigenous Peoples by Margaret McPhee; Australian Geographic Staff
$24.99 AUD
Category: History | Series: Aust Geographic History Ser. | Reading Level: Grade 04
At look at the monumental clash between European colonialism and the Aboriginal peoples, from the first tentative and difficult interactions of the early explorers to the arrival of the First Fleet.Australian Curriculum: History - Historical Knowledge And Understanding Australian Curriculum Correl ...Show more
A Hunger for Land: the early settlement of Australia by Australian Geographic
$24.99 AUD
Category: History | Series: Aust Geographic History Ser. | Reading Level: Grade 05
Almost from the start the European colonisers ignored the rights of the original inhabitants of Australia. The indigenous peoples' tenure came from a land where property was only for the rich - here it was theirs for the taking. Indigenous resistance failed to stop Europeans securing the finest grazing ...Show more
Across the Seas: where our immigrants came from by Adrian Osterley; Australian Geographic Staff
$24.99 AUD
Category: History | Series: Aust Geographic History Ser. | Reading Level: Grade 06
Millions of people from all over the world have come to Australia as immigrants. Learn about the countries and regions they came from, and why they left to make the long trip to Australia.Australian Curriculum: History - Historical Knowledge And Understanding Australian Curriculum Correlation: ...Show more
All About Australian Dinosaurs by Australian Geographic
$9.99 AUD
Category: Junior Nonfiction | Series: All About
Australia is full of dinosaurs. Uncover their footprints, piece together their skeltons and discover these fascinating creatures with us.
Australia's Amazing Sharks by Australian Geographic
$19.95 AUD
Category: Junior Nonfiction | Series: Australia's Amazing Animals Ser.
Dive into the world of Australian sharks - from the enormous whale shark and the sharp-toothed great white, to the lesser-known Port Jackson shark and tassled wobbegong. Get ready to dive in! Featuring detailed illustrations of the sharks that call Australia home, this amazing book profiles key species, ...Show more
Australia's Most Dangerous (First Aid) by Australian Geographic
$34.99 AUD
Category: Junior Nonfiction
Packed full of interesting and useful facts, this handy reference will help you to appreciate and avoid these often unfairly maligned animals. Each chapter, written by a recognised expert, describes aspects of the animals habits and where and in what circumstances you are likely to encounter them. Ident ...Show more
Australian Geographic Discover: Animal Mimics by Dr. Timothy Jackson, Australian Geographic
$14.99 AUD
Category: Junior Nonfiction
From the vocal ‘copycat’ antics of lyrebirds to ant-mimicking spiders, find out all about Australia’s trickiest creatures and cleverest ‘actors’ in this engaging junior non-fiction title. From the vocal ‘copycat’ antics of lyrebirds to ant-mimicking spiders, find out all about Australia’s trickiest crea ...Show more
Australian Geographic Discover: Glowing Animals by Dr. Timothy Jackson, Australian Geographic
$14.99 AUD
Category: Junior Nonfiction
Find out how the natural world gets a ‘glow up’ with this fascinating foray into the world of bioluminescence, phospheresence and fluoresence. Let Australian Geographic lead you into glow worm caves and even down to the ocean depths to explore animals that glow in the dark. Find out how the natural worl ...Show more
Australian Geographic Discover: Venomous Animals by Dr. Timothy Jackson, Australian Geographic
$14.99 AUD
Category: Junior Nonfiction
Australia has more venomous creatures than any other continent in the world, but that doesn’t mean you have to be alarmed - especially when you’re educated! It won’t hurt a bit to learn about Australia’s elapid snakes, stinging sea jellies, blue-ringed octopus and even an amazing venomous mammal, in thi ...Show more
Australian Geographic Geography: Around the Globe by Australian Geographic
$24.95 AUD
Category: Geography
Around the globe, people in different nations lead very different lives. In this book, students will compare the population size and density of a number of countries, along with the income, health and energy consumption of the people who live there. The impact of these factors is demonstrated through a ...Show more
Australian Geographic Geography: Custodians of the Land by Australian Geographic
$24.95 AUD
Category: Geography | Series: .
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander (ATSI) people are the first inhabitants of Australia - there were once more than 500 Indigenous 'nations' across the continent. ATSI people have a strong understanding of the land and its animal inhabitants, which they used to decide where to live. In this book, stu ...Show more
Australian Geographic Geography: Floods & Bushfire by Australian Geographic
$24.95 AUD
Category: Geography
Australia is a land of extremes, with floods and bushfires a harsh reality of life. These two extreme weather events have significant impact on both the natural landscapes and communities that are exposed to them. In this book, students will investigate occurrences of bushfire and flood in Australia, th ...Show more