Books in A True Book: Behind the Scenes series

Bindi's new series for young wildlife lovers begins with her finding a fun way to give backBindi is super excited. She's been wanting to work out a creative and fun way to raise money for the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital, and now she has done it. Welcome to The Wildlife Games, a one-day television extravaganza! Four young contestants, each with a big interest in wildlife and conservation, will battle against each other in a game of wits, strength, and knowledge.

Bindi must help save an orangutan from danger in her second adventureBindi is going to Borneo to film a feature-length documentary on orangutan rehabilitation. When she gets there, meets the star of the film, Merah, who is the most adorable orangutan ever. But when a tropical storm hits the island, Merah escapes from the rehabilitation center. He's a domesticated ape, and everyone's worried about his chances of survival in the wild. The film crew must track him down first before the poachers find him!

Bindi rallies to help her kangaroo friends as she journeys throughout Australia When Bindi takes a train ride through the heart of Australia with some family friends, she's dispirited to see more kangaroos on the menu than out the window. Visiting a kangaroo rescue center near Alice Springs, Bindi learns more about the harsh methods used to kill kangaroos that occur throughout the area, which often leave the kangaroos to die slow, painful deaths. She's determined to keep one of Australia's best known and loved species as far away from the dinner table as possible!

Bindi uses the opportunity of a U.S. television appearance to make a point about what really mattersBindi has a guest appearance on a smash hit TV show called Riding High, a program based around an exclusive Los Angeles horse riding school. Savannah, Taylor, and Andrew are the three teens who feature in each week's episode, and it becomes apparent to Bindi that there is a lot going on, both on set and off, among the three stars. With a big fashion opening night coming up, Bindi gets a chance to show that being proud of who you are and what you stand for is more important than what you're wearing.

This series takes a look behind the scenes at a variety of creative and media industries. The books give an overview of the various jobs available and features first-hand accounts of people working in each industry. 'Planning ahead' panels encourage readers to think about their interests and talents in relation to the skills needed in different jobs and frequently asked questions are addressed in an 'Any Questions?' feature. Each book features a comprehensive glossary and page of further information.

Bindi learns about the steps a particular island has taken to minimize its environmental impactIt's time-out for the Irwin clan, and they are vacationing on Lady Elliot Island in Queensland, a beautiful island within the Great Barrier Reef Marine Park. Bindi learns to dive for the first time alongside green turtles, but also finds out a lot about sustainability on an island which focuses on reducing its carbon footprint through efficient energy use and waste management.

A birthday celebration turns into an unexpected rescue mission in this riveting Bindi taleAfter a croc research trip in the Top End of Australia, the Irwins decide to travel on to East Arnhem Land, to a tiny town on the western shores of the Gulf of Carpentaria. They plan to help celebrate the 13th birthday of their friend Charlie, who is the son of one of the indigenous sea rangers working in the area. When they discover a huge ghost net with a dolphin trapped in it on the beach, Bindi and her friends scramble to save the trapped animal.