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Books > Children's & Educational > Leisure interests, hobbies & sport > Natural history & pets > Animals > General
See nature in a whole new light with this enchantingly illustrated
treasury of natural folklore and wild wisdom from around the world.
Did you know that people used to believe that rabbits' ears would
twitch in the direction of a thunderstorm? That lily of the valley
flowers were formed from fairies' drinking cups? And that taking
dandelions into the house would make you wet the bed? Traditional
nature folklore can help us understand how our ancestors interacted
with the world around them and allows us to view nature from a new
perspective. Stunningly delicate and magical illustrations capture
the magic and strangeness inherent in natural folklore, and
cultures from around the world are represented in this
comprehensive compendium. In this book, discover the lore of: An
array of different animals, birds and insects All types of flowers,
plants and trees The weather, sun, moon and stars Good and bad
omens, and lucky charms Lore of the Wild inspires appreciation of
different cultures, as well as an engagement with the beauty of the
natural environment, and is a treasure trove of superstitions,
ancient wisdom and enchanting folktales.
Did you know ...Anteaters can eat up to 30,000 ants in one day?
That elephants are the largest land animal on Earth? Learn more
about some of God's jungle creations.
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My First Duck Hunt
(Hardcover)
Beverly King; Illustrated by Bex Sutton; Edited by Nadara Merrill
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R563
Discovery Miles 5 630
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Ships in 18 - 22 working days
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Under in the Mud
(Hardcover)
Laureanna Raymond-Duvernell; Illustrated by Mara C Williams
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R497
Discovery Miles 4 970
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Ships in 18 - 22 working days
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Describes the water cycle and the importance of water, explaining
evaporation and condensation, dew and frost, and the three states
of water.
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