Where's Kiwi Around the World?


Book Description

Kiwi's got itchy feet again! His bags are packed, and it's time to take off and explore the wonders of the world. Will Kiwi meet the Queen, run into a madcap mummy, have lunch with a portly panda or pull some wild stunts at the movie studios? Can you can spot Kiwi around the world? Remember-don't let Sporty Sheep, Tricky Tuatara, Wacky Wizard or Gumboot Guy distract you from the great Kiwi hunt!




Where's Kiwi?


Book Description

Kiwi is on an action-packed holiday around the countryfrom the sunny beaches of the far north to the icy shores of the far south. His super silly sidekicks are in for the adventure too. Can you spot Kiwi wherever he goes? And can you take up the challenge to spot the hidden extras?




The Kiwi


Book Description

Describes the attributes, habitat, and life cycle of the kiwi and reasons why it is endangered.




Where's Kiwi Now?


Book Description

Kiwis got itchy feet again! Hes zooming to the past and zipping to the future in his time-travel egg. The clock is ticking . . . will Kiwi survive a crash in the lair of a roaring T-Rex, walk the plank of a pirate ship, or fly to far-off galaxies in a spaceship? Can you spot Kiwi through the ages? Dont let Sporty Sheep, Wacky Wizard, Mystery Moa, Tricky Tuatara or Gumboot Guy distract you from the great Kiwi hunt!




Oddgodfrey: The Mostly True Story of a Unicorn That Goes To Sea


Book Description

Harboring a dream to sail across the world's widest ocean, a seasick unicorn gathers his friends and casts off to sea to vomit rainbows and battle self-doubt in a quest to reach the sandy shoreline of beach bonfires and success.




How the Kiwi Lost Its Wings


Book Description

"Long ago when the world was new the kiwi lived in the treetops with the other birds and played and sang all day long. But when a plague of insects threatens to destroy the forest mighty Tane calls upon the birds to save the precious trees. Who of all the birds will answer Tane's plea and what sacrifices will need to be made?"--Back cover. Suggested level: junior, primary.




All the Birds in the World


Book Description

What makes a bird a bird? All birds have feathers, wings, and beaks. But birds come in many varieties of colors, shapes, and sizes, with different habits and homes. Take a beautifully illustrated journey -- with an adorable kiwi bird as your guide -- through the vast and colorful world of birds, with its tapestry of textures, sounds, and sights. Even the kiwi chick -- who struggles to see at first how he fits in -- finds that he too belongs to this fascinating family of feathered friends. 32-page full-color picture book with dust jacket. Sturdy hardcover binding. Picture book measures 8-3/4'' wide x 11-1/4'' high. Author/illustrator David Opie holds a BFA and MFA in illustration and lives with his wife in Connecticut.




Greetings from Kiwi and Pear


Book Description

Monkeys Kiwi and Pear travel throughout the world, enjoying adventures in faraway places from Kenya to Mount Fuji.




The Kiwi


Book Description

The Kiwi: Endangered New Zealand Icon is about our historical fascination with a unique national icon - the kiwi - and the extraordinary efforts being made to save it from extinction.




Fascinating Little-Known Facts from Around the World


Book Description

What's In Store For You? The book deals with unusual contributions, inventions and customs that came to us from many different cultures and peoples throughout the ages. For example, what is the story behind giving someone the “middle finger flip,” or where did the custom of wearing a cap and gown for graduation came to us from? Additionally, why did we adopt the seven-day week as well as the sixty second in a minute and sixty minutes in an hour? Or what is the story behind the “red carpet” treatment when celebrities or important officials come to visit? In this book you will learn abut the origin of these practices from the ancient Sumerians all the way to the present. They are not what you think!!!