What do you call a grasshopper dressed as a gladiator? Why are sandfly bites so itchy? What links insects and Māori whakairo (carving)? How does a glow worm glow? Why does this book include sorcerers, vampires and dragons? What makes insects in Aotearoa so special? From our backyards to high in the mountains, through forests, along coastlines, and in the darkness of caves, award-winning science writer Simon Pollard and Te Papa insect expert Phil Sirvid answer these questions and more. Share in the secrets and marvels of our natural world through stunning close-up photographs, mātauranga Māori, insightful explanations, and meet-the-expert profiles.

All aboard for a thrilling Knight Bus adventure with this LEGO Harry Potter magic vehicle toy for kids. A unique birthday present idea or treat toy for boys and girls aged 8 and up and any casual fans who are discovering the magic of the Wizarding World, this is the most detailed LEGO brick model ever of the iconic triple-decker Knight Bus. The upper levels can be detached for easy access to the interior, which has moving beds and a swinging chandelier for realistic play.

Got a long drive ahead of you with a car full of kids? Looking for travelling games to help keep them occupied? Kiwi Car Pairs could be just what you are looking for.

The City Edition of Kiwi Car Bingo is a variant on our classic Car Bingo, and is a travel game that is designed to to be played over shorter journeys in urban areas, rather than when driving on the open road.

The small grey prestige Leo rabbit 24 cm will be the ideal partner to be near baby. Its small size allows to take it everywhere. The child will not be able to prevent himself from squeezing this cute animal, full of mischief and agility. Baby will enjoy playing with its big soft ears! Its soft body and its long fur specially chosen for its exceptional softness invite the best cuddles. Its embroidered "marinière" feet and a Kaloo red patch sign each product of the range and allow to identify them immediately. Machine washable.

The New Zealand Aotearoa map is a beautifully designed and easy to read wall map. It features a detailed road network and quick-find locality index making it ideal for your home, travel planning or business use. The World & Flags Wall Map is a laminated world political Pacific-centred map with 195 named flags of the world arranged above and below the map. The mapping has relief shading to accurately depict each country and ocean’s topography, and includes the International Date Line. Hema’s World & Flags map is perfect as either an educational tool, a reference point or for decoration.

An exciting addition to the popular Pendleton game line: a backgammon set in the iconic and colorful Serape pattern.

An exciting addition to the popular Pendleton game line: a Chess & Checkers set in the cozy and classic Red Black Check pattern.

This Butterflies & Blooms 1,000-Piece Puzzle is a buildable LEGO jigsaw depicting a vibrant and colorful image of brick-built butterflies, bees and flowers. The jigsaw puzzle offers a fun and challenging activity that lets the whole family come together to complete the puzzle. This is a gift boys and girls aged 9 and up or any LEGO fan will be excited to assemble, and it’s the ultimate treat for lovers of flowers, wildlife and LEGO Botanicals sets.

Let kids’ creativity bloom with the LEGO Botanicals Petite Sunny Bouquet building set for girls and boys aged 9 and up. Blooming with mood-boosting pastel shades and authentic details, the bouquet becomes a piece of flower decor that can be treasured forever.

Imagine the roar of the engines as you build your own LEGO Technic Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 F1 Car model kit. Enjoy the challenge as you assemble the elements and functions of this 1:8 scale F1 model car with its distinctive livery, printed tires and authentic features.