Conservation gifts

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Steve Irwin, animal lover and wildlife conservationist. Little Steve loved animals, and his childhood was spent amongst Australia's wildlife. As a young boy, his parents started a wildlife refuge and Steve and his sisters helped care for many injured animals. When...

The Island of Missing Trees by Elif Shafak is a captivating and poignant novel that delves into the intertwined lives of two star-crossed lovers in war-torn Cyprus and their enduring legacy decades later. This Sunday Times bestselling novel intricately weaves themes of love, loss, and identity amidst a backdrop of cultural and historical turmoil. Set in 1974 on the island...

The legacy-defining Sunday Times bestseller by Sir David Attenborough - now in paperback. With a new afterword, "Why You Are Here" - A speech on the opening of the COP26 climate summit. As a young man, I felt I was out there in the wild, experiencing the untouched natural world - but it was an illusion. The tragedy of our...

A glorious chorus with sumptuous illustrations by leading children's book creator Donovan Bixley. A thought-provoking yet fun story with an environmental theme by bestselling, award-winning New Zealand author Donovan Bixley. Hear that glorious chorus, it's soaring uproarious, with the jingle of jungle bells pinging! Discover a fantabulous world where each creature plays its part in perfect harmony, with a honking...

The enchanting second novel from the author of The Last Bear: the bestselling debut hardback of 2021 and The Times Children’s Book of the Week, winner of the Waterstones Children’s Book Prize and the Blue Peter Book Award. ‘An irresistible ocean-loving yarn’ – The Times Winner of the Edward Stanford Children’s Travel Book of the Year 2023. Shortlisted for BAMB...

New Zealand's Great Walks: The Complete Guide by Paul Hersey and Shelley Hersey is the definitive handbook for anyone wishing to explore the renowned Great Walks of New Zealand. Updated and fully revised to include the latest additions such as the Paparoa Track and Pike29 Memorial Track, this guide is essential for both novice hikers and seasoned adventurers. This comprehensive...

From the icy seas of our poles to remote coral islands, David Attenborough has filmed in every ocean habitat on planet earth. Now, with long-term collaborator Colin Butfield, he shares the story of our last great wilderness - the one which shapes the land we live on, regulates our climate and creates the air we breathe. Dive into eight unique...

Wildlife of New Zealand is the essential field guide to the wildlife of New Zealand. This diverse and remarkable country's flora and fauna are showcased in this fully revised guide, with much of it exclusive to New Zealand. The book comprehensively covers most of the birds, mammals, and reptiles you are likely to encounter, along with a notable selection of...

From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Braiding Sweetgrass, an inspiring vision of how to reorient our lives around gratitude, reciprocity, and community. 'This book will nourish your soul, heart, and mind' - Anthony Doerr As an indigenous scientist and author of Braiding Sweetgrass, Robin Wall Kimmerer harvests serviceberries alongside the birds. She considers the ethic of reciprocity...

Amidst the tragedy of wild species extinction lies a hidden world of survival and wonder. Conservationists are locked in a high-stakes battle with the ghost of a drug lord and his herd of hippos. Scientists are fighting to save a flightless bird that romances rocks. Unconventional animals are upending 21st century beauty standards, and financiers are betting on whale poo to...

Underland by Robert Macfarlane is a captivating and profound exploration of the subterranean world that lies beneath our feet. This Sunday Times bestselling masterpiece takes readers on an unforgettable journey, delving deep into the hidden realms of the earth – from the intricate mycelial networks through which trees communicate, to the icy blue depths of glacial moulins. This mesmerising voyage...

From celebrated writer Robert Macfarlane comes this brilliant, perspective-shifting new book— which answers a resounding yes to the question of its title. At its heart is a single, transformative idea: that rivers are not mere matter for human use, but living beings—who should be recognised as such in both imagination and law. Is a River Alive? takes the reader on...

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about primatologist and conservationist, Jane Goodall. Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers! This Little Golden Book about Dr. Jane Goodall—the world's leading expert on chimpanzees and founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, which protects chimpanzees and their habitats—is an inspiring read-aloud for...

Rachel Carson's Silent Spring is a ground-breaking work that meticulously examines the adverse effects of indiscriminate pesticide use on the environment, focusing especially on the devastating impact on wildlife. Carson's illustrative narrative moves through various landscapes and ecosystems, demonstrating how chemical substances not only linger in the soil and water but also infiltrate the food chain, ultimately affecting all forms...

This is the inspiring true story of one big, fierce mama kiwi, two caring communities, three conscientious kiwi dads, over 60 thriving chicks, and a wild population restored after a 150-year gap! Written and illustrated for kids by award-winning author Ruth Paul, this visionary conservation project literally took place in her own back yard. This is a true story about...

NATIONAL BESTSELLER In Rooted, cutting-edge science supports a truth that poets, artists, mystics, and earth-based cultures across the world have proclaimed over millennia: life on this planet is radically interconnected. Our bodies, thoughts, minds, and spirits are affected by the whole of nature, and they affect this whole in return. In this time of crisis, how can we best live...

A CBCA EVE POWNALL AWARD NOTABLE BOOK 2025 Discover the incredible features and characteristics of some of the natural world's most fascinating extinct and critically endangered animals in the latest gorgeously illustrated hardcover encyclopaedia from award-winning author and illustrator Sami Bayly. Pore over beautifully detailed illustrations of some of the most fascinating extinct and critically endangered animals in the natural...

A legendary conservationist. A lifetime spent fighting for nature. An indispensable message of hope. The world-renowned naturalist and conservationist Jane Goodall has spent more than a half-century warning of our impact on our planet. From her famous encounters with chimpanzees in the forests of Gombe as a young woman to her tireless campaigning for the environment in her late eighties,...

Endangered Animals Bingo offers fun for the whole family. Everyone will love this traditional game featuring 64 of the world's best-loved at-risk creatures. It's both educational and inspiring, encouraging players to learn about these animals and get motivated to help save them. Play and learn by discovering interesting information and quirky facts in the included leaflet, which covers all the...

English Pastoral offers a poetic, practical, raw, and almost miraculously detailed picture of an ancient way of life struggling to survive and to be reborn - New Statesman As a boy, James Rebanks's grandfather taught him to work the land the old way. Their family farm in the Lake District hills was part of an ancient landscape—a patchwork of crops...

Islands of Abandonment by Cal Flyn is an extraordinary exploration of nature's resilience and resurgence in places where humanity has withdrawn. This remarkable book invites readers into the hauntingly beautiful and eerie world of abandoned sites: ghost towns, exclusion zones, no man’s lands, and deserted fortress islands. These are places where time seems to have stood still and where nature,...

Before you step into the jungle, there are a few things you need to know... Join scientist Dr Rosa Vásquez Espinoza as she uncovers one of the most unexplored regions on the planet. Dr Rosa is no stranger to the Amazon. Growing up with the rainforest as her back garden, she learnt the lessons of the rainforest from her grandmother,...

Based on the true story of Ruth Shaw and her husband Lance looking after a baby seal that had been shot between the eyes. Millie from Milford lives in Milford Sound, the number one tourist destination in Aotearoa New Zealand. After Millie was checked by a vet, she was taken to Ruth and Lance's home to be looked after until...

A stunning work of natural history, science, and polar travelogue, Where the Earth Meets the Sky is a chronicle of one conservation biologist's time in Antarctica, the most isolated place on the planet. Antarctica is the coldest, windiest and most inaccessible part of our planet-and now one of the places most affected by climate change. In this moving narrative, conservation...

Somewhere there is a land where balloons grow in the air like weeds. They drift on the wind and gather in groups covering the sky and blocking the sun. With lush illustrations and a thoughtful, layered narrative, this sophisticated story explores themes of care, community, conservation, and the delicate balance between indulgence and responsibility. For readers of all ages, Left...

An illustrated celebration of wildlife through a year of rewilding, highlighting the importance of returning to nature. Hannah Dale, the artist and founder of the award-winning gift company Wrendale Designs, takes you through a year on her farm in rural Lincolnshire where, alongside her husband, she has undertaken an ambitious rewilding project. Together, they are attempting to return the land...

Tamatea Dusky by Peta Carey is a captivating exploration of one of New Zealand’s most remote and beautiful regions. The book delves into the rich history, stunning landscapes, and unique wildlife of the Dusky Sound area. Carey's insightful narrative takes readers through the area's extensive past, from its first Polynesian explorers to its early European settlers and its subsequent role...

A story of friendship, history and redemption on a remote Norwegian island. We are all in need of lights to follow. One afternoon many years ago, James Rebanks met an old woman on a remote Norwegian island. She lived and worked alone on a tiny rocky outcrop, caring for wild Eider ducks and gathering their down. Hers was a centuries-old...

New Zealand Nature Heroes is a must-have natural science activity book for young New Zealanders and their families. From experiments and observation to conservation and mindfulness, this appealing, activity-packed book stimulates curious minds and encourages children to relate to the natural world around them. Written by an expert museum educator, its beautifully illustrated pages develop budding research skills, awareness of...

LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION 2025 No matter where we live, What the Wild Sea Can Be, Helen Scales observes in her bracing yet hopeful exploration of the future of the ocean. Beginning with its fascinating deep history, Scales links past to present to show how prehistoric ocean ecology holds lessons for the ocean of today. In elegant,...

A Book of Quotes With his unmistakable voice and childlike wonder, Sir David Attenborough has graced our television screens since 1954. This unauthorised collection celebrates the world's favourite naturalist and his perspective on plants, animals, sustainability, community, and beyond. From vegetarianism to climate change, each of these quotes demonstrates the power of words and positive thinking in our everyday lives....

WINNER OF THE 2023 JAMES CROPPER WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING 'Unparalleled.' THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 'A true masterpiece.' TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT 'A tour de force.' GUY SHRUBSOLE 'Quietly courageous.' PATRICK BARKHAM 'Lyrical, wholehearted and wise.' LEE SCHOFIELD 'A knockout. I loved it.' MELISSA HARRISON 'Honest, raw and moving.' SOPHIE PAVELLE 'An extraordinary book by an extraordinary author.' CHRIS JONES 'A...

Part memoir, part naturescape and part gardening book... there is also something much rarer in this book: wisdom. What a treat. The Times Delightful... Mabey is the doyen of UK nature writing. New Statesman Our greatest nature writer. New Scientist We regard gardens as our personal dominions, where we can create whatever worlds we desire. But they are also occupied...

The follow-up to the international bestseller The Hidden Life of Trees, offering compelling insights into the lungs of our planet and the fragility of our intertwined futures. ‘Eye-opening ... The Power of Trees reminds us that trees are not the slow learners when it comes to climate change - we are.’ - Danielle Clode Trees can survive without humans, but...

Deep Water was shortlisted for the QLD Premier's Literary Award. Through a blend of history, science, nature writing, and environmentalism, Deep Water invites you to explore the deepest recesses of our natural world. 'Teeming with mysteries, wonders and heartbreaking facts, this beautiful, lucid hymn to the sea is a reminder of what we still have, what we stand to lose,...

In the mid-1990s Wayne Linklater landed a job researching the bands of wild horses that lived in New Zealand’s largest military training grounds near Waiouru. For the next four years he observed foals born, the love between stallions, mares and their offspring, and also violence, loyalty, betrayal and courage, all played out against an astounding landscape. Linklater started out believing...

Back in 2005, some volunteers began a trial to bring back the North Island robin to the Waitakere Ranges on Auckland city's west border. Here is their story of Blue Metal...

The earth’s wilderness is in danger, so Mother Nature has gathered up her special group of animal helpers to come to the rescue – and Nina is the latest member of the Conservation Crew! She was a little bit nervous to start off with – would she know how to help and what to do? But her pals in the...

Bring home Photo Ark, by celebrated National Geographic photographer Joel Sartore, with this collectible set of 50 postcards, including some of the most celebrated images taken of our planet's most precious species. Curated from the #1 best-selling The Photo Ark, these 50 iconic portraits highlight the beauty of some of the world's most endangered species. A powerful collection of Sartore's...

"Deep down, there is just something that draws us to the land, to wild places. We were there to listen to the land." When National Geographic Adventurers of the Year Amy and Dave Freeman marry, they set out on an unusual honeymoon: a three-year, 12,000-mile journey across North America. From Alaska's Inside Passage to Florida's Key West, they traverse the...

A lavish edition of Katherine Rundell's gloriously illustrated and fascinating bestiary, featuring three new additions to the treasure trove of vanishing wonders. 'Exquisite and timely.' Maggie O'Farrell 'A rare and magical book. I didn't want it to end.' Bill Bryson 'A witty, intoxicating paean to Earth's wondrous creatures.' Observer 'A total miracle.' Max Porter A Sunday Times Bestseller Shortlisted for...

This fascinating and beautifully illustrated book spans the complete length and breadth of the topic of conservation, which is more important today than ever before.Combining history with science, this deeply insightful book charts the changes in our understanding and relationship with conservation, from the beginnings of the planet when humans didn't consider their impact on their surroundings, to the modern...

Intimate in size yet quietly breathtaking in scope, this graceful gift book will forever change how you think, and how you feel, about trees. In poetically sparse scientific observations, renowned conservation biologist Gretchen Daily narrates the evolution, impact, and natural wonder of trees. Alongside photographs by Chuck Katz, the text and images form a quiet and moving meditation on The...

"Some plants are inherently rare, while others become rare through our actions." Rare Plants explores what makes the world's most uncommon plants so exceptional, and by what means they have become so scarce. From highlands to jungles, many of our most extraordinary plants are vanishing at shocking rates, and this exquisitely illustrated book explores 40 of these mysterious species. Featuring...

A Natural Year follows writer Wendyl Nissen's life in the peaceful New Zealand countryside over one year. It's the story of what happens in her garden, her kitchen, and her life over twelve months, and the thoughts inspired by each passing season. She writes about the freedom that she has found in ageing and the joy that comes along with...

Force of Nature Te Aumangea o te Turoa, written by David Young and Naomi Arnold, is the inspiring history of New Zealand's oldest and most successful conservation organisation, Forest & Bird. It has been at the forefront of environmental protection for over 100 years, and to mark their centenary in 2023, this book was commissioned to document their remarkable history....

LONG LISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR WRITING ON CONSERVATION Investigating the ethical and practical challenges of one of the greatest threats to biodiversity: invasive species. Across the world, invasive species pose a danger to ecosystems. The UN Convention on Biological Diversity ranks them as a major threat to biodiversity on par with habitat loss, climate change and pollution. Tackling...

A sailing/camping holiday in Tasmania’s southern waterways becomes an exercise in independence and resourcefulness for a group of Kiwi and Australian children as a series of unforeseen events unfold, and youthful idealism comes head-to-head with challenges and misconceptions.

Discover the stories of 20 conservationists who are looking after our planet and its animals. Discover fascinating facts about 20 conservationists from around the world and the endangered animals and ecosystems they work so hard to protect. Bright and accessible illustrations make this book ideal for young children wanting to learn about incredible people who, through their amazing conservation efforts,...

A lively comic strip exploring the work that goes on behind the scenes in a zoo. Tai is mad about animals and dreams of becoming a zookeeper when he grows up. Today is his chance to access all areas and explore what goes on behind the scenes at a zoo for the day. In this story, you'll discover what it's...

Learn the story of TIME PERSON OF THE YEAR Greta Thunberg, the sixteen-year-old climate activist who has sparked a worldwide student movement and is demanding action from world leaders who refuse to address climate change—from acclaimed picture book creator Jeanette Winter. I don’t want you to be hopeful. I want you to panic… I want you to act as if...

Winner of the 2024 Richard Jefferies Award for nature writing Shortlisted for the 2024 Wainwright Prize for Writing on Conservation A Times Science Book of the Year ‘Sophie writes fantastically, chronicling the most important issues facing nature conservationists today.’ Chris Packham For thousands of years, humans have been the architects of the natural world. Our activities have permanently altered the...

WINNER OF THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR CONSERVATION 2023 The Sunday Times Science Book of the YearAs seen on Countryfile‘If anyone was born to save Britain’s rainforests, it was Guy Shrubsole’ – Sunday TimesShortlisted for the Richard Jefferies Society Literary Prize Temperate rainforest may once have covered up to one-fifth of Britain, inspiring Celtic druids, Welsh wizards, Romantic poets, and Arthur...

The Sunday Times Bestseller A new, fully updated narrative edition of David Attenborough’s seminal biography of our world, The Living Planet. Nowhere on our planet is devoid of life. Plants and animals thrive or survive within every extreme of climate and habitat that it offers. Single species, and often whole communities, adapt to make the most of ice cap and...

A must-have natural science activity book for young New Zealanders and their families. From experiments and observation to conservation and mindfulness, this appealing, activity-packed book stimulates curious minds and encourages children to relate to the natural world around them. Written by an expert museum educator, its beautifully illustrated pages develop budding research skills, awareness of the environment, and understanding of...

Hauraki Broo Trilingual Ed is hungry, but food is getting harder to find. This beautiful and inspiring story reminds us of the importance of the conservation of our marine environment and its inhabitants. Published in association with WWF New Zealand.

A practical, beginner-friendly guide to rewilding your patch of suburbia through native gardening, backyard biodiversity and wildlife-friendly projects that attract beneficial insects and create thriving, sustainable ecosystems in any space. Want to save the world? Start with your own backyard. Mel Logozzo just wanted to keep her veggies safe from pests. When she learned about the power of endemic plants...

Words About Birds by Mike Howell is a sequel to Fur to Feathers & Taniwha & Taonga. This illustrated guide blends native birds with Māori whakataukī, encouraging young (and old) readers to observe, question, and connect with Aotearoa's environment. By combining science, language, and creativity, it turns birdwatching into a rich learning experience. Over thousands of years through sunshine and...

The Earth’s wilderness is in danger, but Mother Nature and her all-star squad of animal helpers are here to help! Join the Conservation Crew as they journey across the globe on a mission to protect the planet and the animals that live there. Bobby the Sea Turtle is the best swimmer on the team, with an imagination as big as...

Tigers, orangutans, pangolins, polar bears, fin whales, bees ... there are so many incredible animals that need saving!Join vet, conservationist and children's TV presenter Dr Jess French and take a trip around the world to meet 38 of the most extraordinary creatures on the planet. From the endangered animals we all know and love, like tigers, polar bears, orangutans and...

Step into an incredible lost world and marvel at the strange and magnificent creatures that once roamed our Earth.From the awe-inspiring woolly mammoth and the ferocious Spinosaurus to the shy Chinese river dolphin and incredibly rare Pinta Island tortoise 'Lonesome George', meet 35 extinct species and discover how these creatures came under threat. Featuring additional information on 'Lazarus species' (animals...

It's easy to question our significance...What is our place in all of this?What is our purpose?What is our story?Our Story is both an awe-inspiring celebration of the natural world, and a journey through the extraordinary story of our own species.There are billions of planets in the universe. The vast majority are lifeless worlds. Once upon a time Earth was just...

Using luminous HUV printing, Life immerses readers in the wonders of life on our wild planet. Life is the third title in the highly acclaimed Wild Wonders series by award-winning author and illustrator Jennifer N. R. Smith. This immersive, intricately illustrated book introduces the concept of biodiversity to children and explains why it's so important to the world we live...

In 1829, London physician Dr Nathaniel Bagshaw Ward conducted a simple experiment when he sealed a plant inside a glass container to see if it would survive. The experiment's success helped change the way plants were transported across the world, transforming gardens, ecosystems, and lives in the process. Case Studies traces that story by pairing striking contemporary images of cased...

VINTAGE EARTH - Change the story. Novels to transform our relationship with the natural world. The Tusk That Did the Damage begins with a young elephant, brutally orphaned by poachers, who starts terrorising the countryside. He earns his malevolent name, the Gravedigger, from the humans he kills and then tenderly buries with leaves. Manu, the studious son of a rice...

From award-winning writer Leila Philip, Beaverland is a masterful work of narrative science writing, highlighting, through history and contemporary storytelling, how this peculiar rodent plays an oversized role in American history and its future. Philip follows fur trappers who lead her through waist-high water, fur traders and fur auctioneers, as well as wildlife managers, PETA activists, Native American environmental vigilantes,...

One dollar from every book sold goes to Forest & Bird for their conservation efforts. This charming picture book tells the story of pūteketeke. Previously unknown to most people, it was thrust into the spotlight when it won the 'Bird of the Century' competition held by Forest & Bird in 2023. Most people expected the kiwi or kākāpo to win,...

The Sunday Times Bestseller A new, fully updated narrative edition of David Attenborough’s seminal biography of our world, The Living Planet.