New Releases by Nic Bishop

Photographer Nic Bishop and his wife go on a canoe trip and see many animals that live by or in the river, including a terrapin, moose, toad, loon, salamander and lots of frogs. Suggested level: primary.

After failing at first, a spider manages to jump from one leaf to another. Also includes information on the behaviour and anatomy of the jumping spider.

Young readers are inspired by these emergent level nonfiction books about the natural world and everyday life. Supported by stunning photography and a variety of illustrative styles, TWiG Books offer developmentally appropriate text exploring a wide range of topics from creatures and community to history and helpers. TWiG Books are easily integrated across the curriculum—especially in math, science, and social studies—with four curriculum packs and teacher guides.

In text and photographs, presents birds, insects, bats, and other flying animals.

Deep in a swamp three unsuspecting bugs get caught by three hungry plants.

Introduces the behaviour and characteristics of a variety of rocky shore creatures, including the hermit crab, limpet, chiton, mussel, sea anemone, whelk and starfish. Suggested level: primary, intermediate.