We are an independent publisher that focuses on family and child oriented material. Platypus Media was founded in 2000 by president and director Dia L.
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Michels, an award-winning author of books in women’s health and early childhood education. Our authors are respected experts in their fields, regularly quoted in international media and print publications, and are sought-after speakers at conferences worldwide. Platypus Media currently offers a selection of award-winning books, booklets, CDs, DVDs, videos and other products, many of which have gar
nered widespread praise. They have been honored in major book competitions, reviewed by School Library Journal, Booklist and featured at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, the Boston Children’s Museum, and the Museum of Science. Our list of endorsements includes American Association of Birth Centers, La Leche League International, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the National Science Teachers Association, and the Carnegie Academy for Science Education. Our books have been featured on RIFNet and Maryland Public Television. Librarians, home-schoolers, lactation professionals, museum educators, stores, and parents alike love our products. Our books have been translated into Spanish, Italian, Slovenian, Dutch, Turkish, and Hebrew. We are gratified at the strength of sales for our existing products and the international and multidisciplinary interest in our upcoming ones. We are especially proud that others feel that we are meeting our mission. As the well-respected pediatrician, Dr. William Sears, says: Platypus Media’s books not only promote literacy, they promote families! Platypus Media's goals are relatively simple. We want to educate grown-ups and children about the world around them. We publish books that foster warmth, closeness, literacy, curiosity, and an openness to other cultures. We bring products to the market that parents love, children enjoy, teachers appreciate, and parenting professionals value - and do so in a way that is commercially viable. Our Commitment to Breastfeeding: Platypus Media is committed to the promotion and protection of breastfeeding. We donate six percent of our profits to breastfeeding organizations and abide by the rules of the WHO/UNICEF International Code of Marketing of Breastmilk Substitutes. At Platypus Media, we are proud of our products. We hope you enjoy your selections. If you are not satisfied, return the merchandise and let us know if you’d like a refund, credit, or exchange. Our books are distributed to the book trade by National Book Network at www.NBNbooks.com or 800-464-6420. NBN is a dynamic marketing and distribution company servicing North American and overseas publishers.
🍂 🦊 The end of August may mean the end of summer barbecues and beach vacations, but it also means that many mammals will soon begin to ready themselves for winter! In autumn, red foxes' bodies store extra fat and grow thicker coats in order to keep themselves warm!
Amidst the after-school hustle, moms are a constant source of support and care, just like mammal moms everywhere. Discover the parallels in "If My Mom Were a Platypus", a book that celebrates
the dedication of motherhood across species. Grab your copy today and see how your efforts align with the animal Kingdom: https://www.platypusmedia.com/shop
How Cats Say I Love You Available in Paperback SOON!
How Cats Say I Love You will be available in paperback on September 3rd! This adorable SEL book features a diverse cast of kids and their furry friends from around the world. By showing readers how cats express their emotions, How Cats Say I Love You models empathy and compassion, all while showing....
School's back in session, and so is nap time! Prioritize safe sleep habits for your baby and see now it transforms your family's routine. Discover the essentials in "Safe Infant Sleep" by James J. McKenna.
Find it at https://www.platypusmedia.com/shop
Summer might be winding down, but there’s still a great deal to get excited about! 🌞📚 Until August 21st, save 30% on our books with any $50+ purchase and enjoy free shipping through Shop DC's Small Business Marketplace. 📦✨ Just use the code "BYESUMMER" at checkout. Support local businesses and discover amazing reads for you and your kids!
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Celebrating National Aviation Day with a
nod to our tiny, winged aviators. Bats aren't just adorable— they're nature's flight experts, with their unique wing hairs and echolocation skills making them masters of the skies!
Kickstart the school year with excitement!
Spark curiosity with our fantastic books, each paired with its own teacher's guide. Loved by parents, adored by kids, and valued by teachers. Explore our collection and DM us to see if YOUR
Favorites are ready to shine this school year!
Today is National Relaxation Day! Let's celebrate by chilling out in the late-summer heat. Did you know that cats can sleep for up 16 hours a day?!
Know anyone looking to break into the publishing world? Is that person YOU?? 🙋🏻♀️ Click the link in our bio to apply, and join us this fall to be part of the Platypus Media & Science Naturally team! 🧪📚🐾
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Let your children know that you are glad they are part of your life! Teach them something new, or maybe there's something they can teach you.
Though is over, continue your quest for knowledge about healthy breastfeeding practices. Grab your copy of "The Breastfeeding Family's Guide to Nonprescription Drugs and Everyday Products", praised by The Library Journal!
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🌍✨ How many languages can you speak?? We’re excited to announce eight new bilingual books in Bengali, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, & Amharic! 📚💬
Curious to check them out? Comment or DM us for a digital sample, and vote using the poll in our bio! 📩
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We offer customized versions of many of our titles! One of our favorite titles, '"Cuddled and Carried", is even available— perfect for putting your name right on supporting the cause!
Find more information at https://www.platypusmedia.com/customization
That's right— We have not one, but TWO blogs! Explore our Science Naturally blog for engaging STEM content and inspiring stories. Plus, don't miss the Platypus Media blog, where this year's World Breastfeeding Week blog offers fascinating insights from our book, "Mammals Unlocked".
Check out the latest post here https://www.platypusmedia.com/post/exploring-primal-connections-orangutans-and-insights-on-breastfeeding-for-world-breastfeeding-week
Starting today we celebrate ! The theme for 2024 is Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All. Did you know that it has only been legal to breastfeed in public in all 50 states since 2018?
This summer, "Talking Science" turns every moment into a measurable adventure! Whether it's creating the perfect lemonade mix or timing a blissful nap, SI units bring precision and fun to summer break. Learn how universal measurements make summer more exciting and restful!
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As approaches, we celebrate all mammal mothers! This illustration from "If My Mother Was a Platypus" features a Pacific gray whale and her mother 🐋. Here’s an amazing fact: During their epic 14,000-mile migration, Pacific gray whale mothers nurse their calves with milk so rich in fat that it helps them gain up to 200 pounds a day! 🌊
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School is still cool in summer! Theres only a month left until students are back at it— check out the My First Science Textbook series to stay sharp!
Find it at https://www.platypusmedia.com/shop
Celebrate National Marine Week with us! From July 22 to August 6, let's raise awareness about the beauty and importance of marine ecosystems! 🌊🐋
This week we recognize our marine mammals! Tell us YOUR favorite marine mammal below 🐋
🌍✨ Get ready to celebrate World Breastfeeding Week with us! This year's theme, CLOSING THE GAP, emphasizes the importance of education and awareness. Join us in supporting breastfeeding mothers by exploring our children's books that promote understanding and inclusivity. Whether you're a parent, educator, or supporter, let's make a difference together! DM us for more info or to place your order.
On World Listening Day, we focus on noticing and engaging with the world around us! How Cats Say I Love You helps young readers identify other's emotions— find your copy at https://www.platypusmedia.com/shop
From our collaboration with —Here, Michael is signing about how an atom is created! Squish together protons and neutrons, use high heat, and sprinkle in electrons ⚛
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Today is 🌿 Did you know this fact from our book Mammals Unlocked?
😎 If you're searching for that endless summer, the tiny Arctic Tern understands you!
☀️ Don't get caught staring at the Sun this summer when you could be learning about it in this book!
Twinkle, Twinkle, Daytime Star is available at PlatypusMedia.com/Shop
The Nurtured and Nuzzled Stroller Bag set is so useful to keep handy this summer! Whether you're on a long flight or just trying to spend time at the park, these travel-sized books will be perfect!
Find them at https://www.platypusmedia.com/shop
🎆 Fireworks were invented by a Chinese alchemist c. 800 AD— that's more than 1,000 years ago!
☄️ Did you know that an ASTEROID is a minor planet that orbits within the Inner Solar System? They are rocky, metallic, or icy bodies with NO atmosphere!
🌻 Home for the summer but find that its too HOT to run around outside? Find a nice patch of shade and settle in with the Women in Science and NICU coloring book series!
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Our Kickstarter campaign for The P Word begins tomorrow! See why this new book is a groundbreaking way to teach kids about their bodies, and be the fist to support the book: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sciencenaturally/the-p-word-a-manual-for-mammals
Learn about safely cosleeping with your baby with evidence-based medicine and sound science. Safe Infant Sleep, written by expert Dr. James McKenna, is the resource to use for a good night's sleep. Find it here: https://www.platypusmedia.com/product-page/safe-infant-sleep-expert-answers-to-your-cosleeping-questions
Enjoy a fall day discovering all the sights of the neighborhood! This part-to-whole book is great for introducing little ones to all the things they can find nearby. Learn more about the Look What I See! Where Can I Be? books here: https://www.platypusmedia.com/product-page/look-what-i-see-mira-lo-que-veo-book-set
