A hoax, a fiction, a legend ... Often spoken about but little known, the Drop Bear is one ofAustralia's most contested species, suggested to exist only as urban myth to scare tourists.This book proves otherwise. The Thylarctos plummetus (aka 'Drop Bear') is very much alive!The notes and sketches on these pages form a collection of findings from a two year surveyin pursuit of the world's most mysterious marsupial. Prepare to meet the Drop Bear..

If you haven't heard about Australia's drop bear, this book is a must read - it may save you the next time you go walking in the bush.

Oh no! You've been bitten by an inland taipan? Don't worry, The Australia Survival Guide has the first-aid advice you need! What's that? You're lost in the bush and need to know how to collect your own water? The Australia Survival Guide has got you covered. Our amazing country has its fair share of dangers: sharks, snakes, cyclones and crocodiles can be a serious threat to your life! But don't worry. This book will help you by providing the knowledge you need to survive in all kinds of Aussie conditions - in the bush, in the desert or even at the beach! So get out there and look around! Even if you think Australia is trying to kill you, The Australia Survival Guide can save your life!

A friendship book perfect for the holiday season One clear night, Bear makes a wish on a twinkling star and Mouse joins him in waiting for the wish to come true. But the other animals who come by all have advice for Bear. "Don't tell anyone," says Owl. "Close your eyes," says Fox. And Elephant suggests standing on one foot. Before long, all of Bear's friends are there. "What did you wish for?" asks Mouse. Bear's answer will bring a smile to even the very youngest readers. Simply told and wonderfully illustrated, Make a Wish Bear reminds readers what's most important in life--good friends.

What causes bear attacks? When should you play dead and when should you fight an attacking bear? What do we know about black and grizzly bears and how can this knowledge be used to avoid bear attacks? And, more generally, what is the bear’s future? Bear Attacks is a thorough and unflinching landmark study of the attacks made on men and women by the great grizzly and the occasionally deadly black bear. This is a book for everyone who hikes, camps, or visits bear country–and for anyone who wants to know more about these sometimes fearsome but always fascinating wild creatures.

Early in the morning when the toy store is still closed, one little bear can't sleep, and as the others awaken they try to discover what is wrong and make him feel better.

Koalas are native animals of Australia. This picture book describes interesting facts about koalas in a fun and entertaining way. Babies and toddlers will enjoy looking at bright and colorful pictures. Young readers will have fun learning exciting facts about wildlife.