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In this uplifting picture book about spring, follow two children
and their father through their backyard as they discover all the
different ways nature wakes up from its long winter sleep. Spot the
busy creatures and plants as the tale unfolds, then learn about how
each responds to the increasing daylight and warmth that usher in
the season. Co-authors Sean Taylor (picture book author) and Alex
Morss (ecologist, journalist, and educator) offer an inviting
introduction to the science behind spring. The yard is bright,
birds are singing, the bees are buzzing and there are tadpoles in
the pond! What is all the commotion about? In each colourful scene,
the family discovers a different sign of spring - a bird collecting
twigs for its nest, a fox snuggling her cubs, a caterpillar
feasting on leaves... After the story, annotated illustrations
explain the spring behaviours of various plants and animals.
Inspire an appreciation for the natural world in this joyous
exploration of spring.
"Gorgeous... a sunlit heat rises off the page, while the story
addresses the changing climate with openness and hope." - Imogen
Russell Williams, The Guardian In this follow-up to Winter Sleep
and Busy Spring, Wild Summer explores nature in summer. The
beautifully-told story follows a young girl and her naturalist
grandpa as they walk down a wild path towards the coast. They spot
amazing plants and animals. She is enchanted by the vibrancy of
life around her, but asks: "Do plants and animals want summer to
last forever?" Young curiosity is combined with old wisdom in a
nature-filled adventure showing a touching relationship between
grandfather and grandchild. He teaches her about challenges facing
the natural world around her, as we explore a meadow, stream,
heathland, fire-charred pine wood, fossil rich cliffs, rocky cove
and ocean life. Filled with fascinating facts and stunning
illustrations, the books in this series encourage children to
discover more about nature and the seasons. Also available from
this series are Winter Sleep and Busy Spring,
In this uplifting picture book about spring, follow two children
and their father through their backyard as they discover all the
different ways nature wakes up from its long winter sleep. Spot the
busy creatures and plants as the tale unfolds, then learn about how
each responds to the increasing daylight and warmth that usher in
the season. Co-authors Sean Taylor (picture book author) and Alex
Morss (ecologist, journalist, and educator) offer an inviting
introduction to the science behind spring. The yard is bright,
birds are singing, the bees are buzzing and there are tadpoles in
the pond! What is all the commotion about? Â In each
colourful scene, the family discovers a different sign of spring
– a bird collecting twigs for its nest, a fox snuggling her cubs,
a caterpillar feasting on leaves… After the story, annotated
illustrations explain the spring behaviours of various plants and
animals. Inspire an appreciation for the natural world in this
joyous exploration of spring.
'The child-appeal of Funny Bums, Freaky Beaks and Other Incredible
Creature Features isn't limited to the title' – Guardian A
delightful compendium of all the most unusual and unexpected
features in the animal kingdom, from puzzling toes to weird ears,
and all the other body parts in between! These creatures have
strange features – but they all serve a very useful purpose. This
charming and visually appealing book carries the underlying message
that everybody and everything is strange and wonderful in its own
way – difference should be celebrated! 'A fascinating
introduction to the diversity of life on earth ... This compendium
intrigues and delights the reader. It celebrates evolution and
creates a feeling of awe and wonder at the variety of the natural
world. The book informs and inspires and can be dipped into again
and again. Highly recommended for children aged 6+' – The English
Association
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The Most Important Animal Of All (Paperback)
Penny Worms; Illustrated by Hannah Bailey; Edited by (consulting) Alex Morss; As told to British Ecological Society
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The Most Important Animal of All is an award-winning picture book
about seven super-animals - important keystone species -
beautifully illustrated by Hannah Bailey and endorsed by The
British Ecological Society. A class is learning all about animals
and their teacher challenges them to decide which is the most
important animal of all. Seven children champion a different animal
for the top spot. Is it... BEES as master pollinators BATS as
night-time predators and pollinators ELEPHANTS who shape their
landscapes and spread seeds BEAVERS who create watery habitats
TIGERS who keep their food web in balance SHARKS who keep our
oceans healthy and increase biodiversity KRILL as food for many
whales and sea creatures There is lots of information about each
animals, as well as other keystone species, plus photographs to see
them up close and in their habitats. This is a positive and gentle
primer for young children from 5 years old about the issues of
habitat loss, endangered species and climate change. "Only if we
understand, will we care. Only if we care, will we help. Only if we
help, shall all be saved" - Dr Jane Goodall.
In this cozy bedtime story, follow a child and his grandma through
a winter landscape to explore how the Earth goes to sleep for
winter. Spot the sleeping animals as the tale unfolds, then learn
about their hibernation habits from the information pages at the
end. Co-authors Sean Taylor (picture book author) and Alex Morss
(ecologist, journalist, and educator) offer a gentle introduction
to the concept of hibernation. In the frosty, quiet forest, the
snow blankets the ground and the trees have shed their leaves.
Where have all the animals gone? Are they asleep too? In each
cutaway scene, see what the child cannot--that underground below
his feet are dens with sleeping creatures, and within the hollow
trunks of trees, animals are nesting. After the story, annotated
illustrations explain the hibernation facts for each animal and
what they will do when they wake up for spring. Cozy up as you
expand your and your child's knowledge of the natural world.
In this cozy bedtime story, follow a child and his grandma through
a winter landscape to explore how the Earth goes to sleep for
winter. Spot the sleeping animals as the tale unfolds, then learn
about their hibernation habits from the information pages at the
end. Co-authors Sean Taylor (picture book author) and Alex Morss
(ecologist, journalist, and educator) offer a gentle introduction
to the concept of hibernation. In the frosty, quiet forest, the
snow blankets the ground and the trees have shed their leaves.
Where have all the animals gone? Are they asleep too? In each
cutaway scene, see what the child cannot - that underground below
his feet are dens with sleeping creatures, and within the hollow
trunks of trees, animals are nesting. After the story, annotated
illustrations explain the hibernation facts for each animal and
what they will do when they wake up for spring. Cozy up as you
expand your and your child's knowledge of the natural world.
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