Kirjailija
Mike Unwin
Kirjat ja teokset yhdessä paikassa: 42 kirjaa, julkaisuja vuosilta 2006–2025, suosituimpiin kuuluu Animal Family Match. Vertaile teosten hintoja ja tarkista saatavuus suomalaisista kirjakaupoista.
42 kirjaa
Kirjojen julkaisuvuodet: 2006–2025.
MATCHING GAME FOR NATURE LOVERS - A more challenging take on the traditional pair-based matching gameSUITABLE FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS - Gameplay options designed to suit children, families and adultsTEXT BY A ZOOLOGIST - Learn about the 15 animal families with text explaining why the animals in each family don't all look alikeSTUNNING ILLUSTRATIONS - 45 incredibly detailed watercolour illustrations by internationally acclaimed artist Ryuto MiyakeTHE PERFECT GIFT - Design-led, high-spec illustrated game for hours of fun and maximum gifting potentialBEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED - Reunite all 15 animal families held within the attractively designed and finished box. measuring 235 x 125 x 34mm - perfect for taking anywhere on the go! Can you bring the families together? Match both parents with their offspring to make the animal families. The accompanying booklet explains why one member of the family (or sometimes all three!) looks so different from the others. Take your memory skills to the next level with this three of a kind matching game!
'Exquisite' National Geographic'Fascinating and informative, this text will appeal to lay readers and bird enthusiasts alike' Booklist'Unwin's evocative prose is a perfect match for the vivid illustrations. This will be a hit with birdwatchers of all stripes' Publishers Weekly Author Mike Unwin invites readers on an avian journey around the globe, celebrating 80 of the world's most awe-inspiring birds and revealing their impact on our lives. From Namibia's sociable weaver, constructor of huge multi-nest 'apartment blocks' in the desert, to China's bar-headed goose, a high-flying migrant that crosses the Himalayas twice a year, each has a remarkable story to tell. Ryuto Miyake's exquisite illustrations grace every page, bringing to life this timely reminder of the ways in which birds need us, and we need them.
Match 25 pairs of adult and young birds from around the world in this avian memory game. Collect the most pairs to win but watch out as not all baby birds look like their parents Includes a booklet packed with feathered facts. With all kinds of species from around the world - from the bald eagle to the emu and the snowy owl to the scarlet ibis - this fun and educational game is an ideal gift that will appeal to bird lovers everywhere. 50 BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED CARDS with 25 pairs of birds to match EXPERT AUTHOR Mike Unwin guides you through a range of birds in the accompanying booklet. Mike Unwin is an award-winning writer of popular natural history books for adults and children. STUNNINGLY DETAILED ARTWORK from Christine Berrie whose intricately drawn illustrations bring the birds to life. LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books. Birds are a popular subject area for us, with Bird Bingo and Match a Pair of Birds showing particularly strong sales, A resurge in interest in the natural world and a rise in participation in outdoor activities makes birds a great subject to continue publishing on, A new partnership with the RSPB will help us to reach more birders and nature lovers
Beautiful, non-fiction storytelling pairs with stunning illustrations in this nonfiction book about habitats, perfect for animal lovers everywhere. From polar bear dens deep beneath the Arctic snow to eagle's treetop nests as big as cars, marvel at twenty amazing animal homes of all shapes and sizes from all over the world. Finding Home features breathtaking full-color illustrations alongside an engaging entry into the science of habitats. This second book by internationally bestselling pair Mike Unwin and Jenni Desmond is a celebration of animals and their drive to survive no matter the odds--finding shelter in every nook and cranny on Earth, from the obvious to the unusual.
Take a tour of 20 unforgettable animal homes: unearth polar bear dens deep beneath the Arctic snow, soar above eagle nests as big as cars and marvel at the remoras that make themselves comfortable on the ocean's deadliest predators. Finding Home is a celebration of animals and their drive to survive no matter the odds - finding shelter in every nook and cranny on Earth, from the obvious to the unusual. With rich, vivid non-fiction storytelling and arresting illustrations, this is an essential collection for anyone fascinated by animals and the wild ways they live. A stunning sequel from Mike Unwin and Jenni Desmond, the internationally bestselling duo behind Migration.'Evocative' – Armadillo Magazine
Spot birds from across the globe with this 1000-piece puzzle, from the Japanese Crane to the Atlantic Puffin to the Yellow-billed Oxpecker of Tanzania. Discover these birds' remarkable stories and how they are entwined with our own history, culture and folklore on the comprehensive fold-out poster guide as you piece together an incredible range of birds. A 1000-PIECE JIGSAW featuring birds from all over the globe, that measures 680 x 485mm when complete. EXPERT AUTHOR Mike Unwin guides you through a range of birds on the fold-out poster. Mike Unwin is an award-winning writer of popular natural history books for adults and children. STUNNINGLY DETAILED ARTWORK from Ryuto Miyake whose intricately drawn world is bursting with minute detail. LAURENCE KING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and books.
Jorden rundt på 80 fugler hyller den forbløffende variasjonen, skjønnheten og motstandskraften til 80 av våre fjærkledde følgesvenner rundt om i verden, og avslører hvilken innvirkning de har gjort på livene våre. Denne vakre og inspirerende boken forteller historiene til 80 fugler rundt om i verden: fra Blokkvever i Namibia som konstruerer enorme leilighetsblokker med flere reir i ørkenen, til Stripegåsa fra Kina, en av de høyest flygende trekk- fuglene som krysser Himalaya to ganger i året. Mange fugler kommer omkranset av historier og myter, noen er nasjonale emblemer og noen få har inspirert vitenskapelige åpenbaringer eller vågale bevaringsprosjekter. Hver av dem har en historie å fortelle som kaster lys over forholdet vårt til naturen, og avslører hvor mye fugler betyr for oss.
A beautiful card game for 2-5 players based on Happy Families. Collect 'sets' of birds grouped into their families to win!
A FUN, SIMPLE GAME of matching pairs, suitable for ages 6+. In the format of a classic memory game, Under the Sea will have you pairing up ocean animals from dolphins to sea urchins.50 BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED CARDS featuring diverse wildlife from the world's oceansLEARN ABOUT THE ANIMALS in the accompanying full-colour booklet with text from acclaimed nature writer Mike UnwinTHE PERFECT GIFT for budding marine biologists, animal lovers, or anyone looking for a beautiful family gameLAURENCE KING PUBLISHING has been capturing imaginations and inspiring creativity in new and unexpected ways for over 30 years, with playful and eye-catching games, gifts and booksCan you find a pair of puffins? A couple of clownfish? A duo of dolphins? Remember where the animals are hiding and match them up to win this fun family game for ocean adventurers. Learn about the fish, mammals and crustaceans from the game in the accompanying booklet as you play. Play as a memory game with the cards face down and collect the most pairs to win! Other matching games from Laurence King Publishing include: Match a Track, Match a Pair of Birds, Who Did This Poo?, Pick a Flower, Match These Bones, Match a Mummy, Match a Leaf, Dogs & Puppies, Cats & Kittens, Do You Look Like Your Dog?, Do You Look Like Your Cat?
Around the World in 80 Birds
Mike Unwin
ORION PUBLISHING CO
2022
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Halvin toimitettuna 25,60 €
This beautiful and inspiring book tells the stories of 80 birds around the world: from the Sociable Weaver Bird in Namibia which constructs huge, multi-nest 'apartment blocks' in the desert, to the Bar-headed Goose of China, one of the highest-flying migrants which crosses the Himalayas twice a year. Many birds come steeped in folklore and myth, some are national emblems and a few have inspired scientific revelation or daring conservation projects. Each has a story to tell that sheds a light on our relationship with the natural world and reveals just how deeply birds matter to us.
This new, thoroughly revised edition of Bradt's Southern Africa Wildlife guide provides an overview of all southern African wildlife - not only 'big game' and other large mammals, but also birds, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Excellent for independent travellers, it is reliable as a standalone guide combining both wildlife and visitor information, and is also a perfect complement to traditional field guides. Countries covered include Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, South Africa, Eswatini and Zimbabwe, with Malawi and Zambia both added to this new edition. Colour photographs illustrate all key species and the engaging text extends beyond basic identification features to illuminate the natural history and ecology of the wildlife that visitors will encounter. Text has been updated throughout to reflect the latest conservation initiatives and wildlife population figures. Included are a practical guide to tracks and signs, plus top tips for optimising your wildlife experience, as well as a 'where to go' overview which outlines the key wildlife attractions of each country and, together with a seasonal highlights calendar, enables visitors to plan a safari that suits their interests.