Check out our great gift ideas for curious kids, nature lovers and science seekers of all ages!
We’ve gathered some of our favourite books that will make perfect presents for your loved ones… or yourself! You can also score festive discounted prices, and for a limited time all book orders over $80 will also enjoy free standard shipping within Australia and New Zealand.
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Bird Books
Pigeons and Doves in Australia
This richly illustrated book depicts all thirty native species of pigeons and doves found in Australia.
Vanished and Vanishing Parrots
Profiling Extinct and Endangered Species A detailed illustrated account of parrots which have become extinct or are facing extinction.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
Quail, Buttonquail and Plains-wanderer in Australia and New Zealand
A fully-illustrated review of knowledge on these small, secretive ground-dwelling birds.
The Compact Australian Bird Guide
The essential quick identification guide, based on the award-winning The Australian Bird Guide.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
The Australian Bird Guide
The most comprehensive and beautifully illustrated field guide to Australia’s unique birdlife.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
Australian Birds of Prey in Flight
A Photographic Guide Identify the eagles, hawks, kites and falcons flying high above you with this photographic guide.
How Birds Behave
Interpreting What They Do and Why This engaging book delves into the private lives of wild birds to reveal why they behave as they do.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
Bird Minds
Cognition and Behaviour of Australian Native Birds Provides an exciting new perspective on the behaviour of Australia's native avifauna.
Birds in Their Habitats
Journeys with a Naturalist Go on a journey through four continents to discover amazing birds and the places they live.
Aboriginal Peoples and Birds in Australia
Historical and Cultural Relationships The physical, historical and cultural relationships that Aboriginal people have had with birds.
Wildlife Guides
Wildlife of Victoria's South-West
A Guide to the Grampians-Gariwerd, Volcanic Plains, Melbourne and Surrounds A photographic field guide to the mammals, birds, reptiles and frogs that occur in the region.
Wildlife of the Otways and Shipwreck Coast
A photographic field guide to the vertebrate wildlife of Victoria's south-west.
Wildlife of the Box-Ironbark Country
A comprehensive overview of the ecologically significant Box–Ironbark habitats and their wildlife.
Field Guide to the Reptiles of the Northern Territory
Profiles the 390 species that occur or may occur within the Northern Territory's lands and waters.
Frogs of Victoria
A Guide to Identification, Ecology and Conservation A comprehensive photographic field guide to the frogs found in Victoria.
Photographic Field Guide to Australian Frogs
Enables frog enthusiasts and researchers to confidently identify 242 Australian frog species.
A Guide to Native Bees of Australia
An illustrated introduction to the estimated 2000 species of Australian bees.
Tasmanian Mayflies
Identification, Ecology, Behaviour and Imitation An essential reference on Tasmania's diverse mayflies, ideal for aquatic biologists and flyfishers.
Natural History
Living with Wildlife
A Guide for Our Homes and Backyards A practical and wildlife-friendly guide for successfully living alongside our wild neighbours.
Wild Science
Unexpected Encounters When Working in Nature Precarious, hilarious and thought-provoking stories from the front line of ecology fieldwork.
Nature's Sexual Spectrum
An entertaining and eye-opening exploration of the fascinating diversity found in nature.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
Metamorphosis
How insects are changing our world Delve into the weird and wondrous world of insects, and what we can learn from them.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
The Secret Life of Flies
Enter a hidden world of snail killers, silly names and crazy sex lives.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
Prehistoric Australasia
Visions of Evolution and Extinction Discover some of the most extraordinary prehistoric creatures the world has ever seen.
The Life and Times of the Murray Cod
Draws on historical, anecdotal and scientific sources to reveal what makes this species so special.
Thylacine
The History, Ecology and Loss of the Tasmanian Tiger Profiles the iconic thylacine, its ecology, evolution, encounters with humans, and extinction.
Eclipse Chasers
Discover the drama and beauty of total solar eclipses, the science and their fascinating history.
Weather
A Force of Nature Spectacular images from Weather Photographer of the Year
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
Plants & Fungi
Discovering Australian Flora
An Australian National Botanic Gardens Experience This beautiful book offers detailed insight into the wonders of Australia's botanical treasures.
Wild Mushrooming
A Guide for Foragers Find, identify, collect and prepare 10 edible fungus species using a 'slow mushrooming' approach.
Guide to Native Orchids of Victoria
The most comprehensive guide to the wild orchids of Victoria ever produced.
Plants of Subtropical Eastern Australia
Over 500 common, threatened, and ecologically significant plants of subtropical eastern Australia.
Australian Rainforest Seeds
A Guide to Collecting, Processing and Propagation The essential guide to collecting and propagating the seeds of 300 subtropical rainforest species.
Plant Names
A Guide to Botanical Nomenclature An introduction to the world of plant names and how to write, pronounce and remember them.
Food Plants of the World
Identification, Culinary Uses and Nutritional Value A comprehensive photographic guide to over 400 food, beverage, spice and flavour plants.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
Outdoor Exploration
Field Guide to the Seashores of South-Eastern Australia
A guide for beachgoers to the common plants and animals found on the seashores of this region.
Walks, Tracks and Trails of Victoria
More than 150 walks, tracks and trails in Victoria, covering the best the state has to offer.
Walks, Tracks and Trails of New South Wales
More than 140 of the best walks, tracks and trails in New South Wales, covering the best the state has to offer.
Walks, Tracks and Trails of Queensland's Tropics
More than 150 of the best walks, tracks and trails in Queensland's Tropics, covering the best the state has to offer.
4WD Driving Skills
A Manual for On- and Off-Road Travel This fully revised and updated second edition is an essential reference for all 4WD enthusiasts.
Following Burke and Wills Across Australia
A Touring Guide Learn about the experiences of Burke and Wills as you follow the track of their 1860-61 journey.
Picture Books
Our World Full of Wonder
Explore fascinating phenomena and places around the world in this vibrant picture book. Ages 5 to 9.
Fabulous Frogs
Discover amazing Aussie amphibians in swamps, rainforests, deserts and our own backyards. Ages 5 to 9.
Tardigrades
Nature's Toughest Survivors Discover the survival superpowers of tardigrades, tiny little animals that are terrifically tough. Ages 6 to 9.
Purinina
This new rendition of the award-winning book shares the purinina's story with a new generation. Ages 5 to 9.
The Opal Dinosaur
The true story of the discovery of a new Australian dinosaur with very special bones. Ages 5 to 9.
Dung Beetle on a Roll
Follow an intrepid dung beetle on his quest to roll the biggest and best dung ball ever! Ages 5 to 9.
Where Are All the Christmas Beetles?
Discover Australia's Christmas beetles and the mystery of why they are disappearing. Ages 5 to 9.
Wollemi
Saving a Dinosaur Tree Deep in the Blue Mountains, an extraordinary ancient tree waits to be found. Ages 6 to 9.
Life in a Hollow
A lyrical story about the native animals who call a tree hollow in the Australian bush home. Ages 5 to 9.
Secrets of the Saltmarsh
Explore the fascinating world of saltmarsh wetlands in this lyrical and beautiful picture book. Ages 5 to 9.
Diprotodon
A Megafauna Journey Explore the Ice Age environment and its megafauna inhabitants in this captivating picture book. Ages 6 to 9.
The Forgotten Song
Saving the Regent Honeyeater A moving story of a Regent Honeyeater who forgets his song, and how he learns it again. Ages 5 to 9.
Pollination
How Does My Garden Grow? Discover the different ways that pollination happens in our gardens and backyards. Ages 5 to 9.
Alight
A Story of Fire and Nature Gently explores the importance of healthy fire to the plants and animals of Australia's bush. Ages 6 to 9.
Children's Non-Fiction
Plantastic and Plantabulous Set
A set of two gorgeous A to Z books exploring Australia's unique and incredible native plants. Ages 6 to 12.
Science for Curious Kids Set
A set of two engaging illustrated guides to astronomy and computer technology. Ages 8 to 12.
Hands-On Science Set
The set of both Hands-On Science activity books, collecting 100 fun DIY experiments and activities. Ages 8 to 14.
Sensational Australian Animals
Discover the intriguing and sense-ational things that these Australian animals can do! Ages 8 to 12.
The Great Australian Science Book
Discover amazing science, from the universe to Planet Earth, the human body and the very small! Ages 8 to 14.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
This Book Is Full of Holes
From Underground to Outer Space and Everywhere in Between The stories of holes, from human-made holes to blue holes, sinkholes and even blowholes! Ages 8 to 12.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
Do Penguins' Feet Freeze?
Wild answers to wacky questions from nature! Wild and weird Q&As about the natural world that show that facts can be stranger than fiction! Ages 9+.
Sales in Australia and New Zealand only.
Rocks, Fossils and Formations
Discoveries Through Time Go on a 4.6 billion year time travel adventure and explore the story of rocks, minerals and fossils. Ages 9 to 14.
Gift Vouchers
Gift Vouchers
Are you looking for a book to give as a present, but aren’t sure what to choose? CSIRO Publishing Book Vouchers are the perfect solution!
CSIRO Publishing Book Vouchers are valid for three years. The voucher code is designed for use in a single transaction and any balance cannot be redeemed for cash. The voucher can be used to purchase print books and single issues of Double Helix magazine via the CSIRO Publishing website.
