Children’s / Teenage general interest: Plants and trees
Nosy Crow Ltd National Trust: Out and About: Tree Explorer: A
Book SynopsisTrees are amazing, and trees are everywhere! In this charming spotter's guide for ages 8-12, discover 60 different common trees to spot when you're out and about. Big trees, small trees and everything in between! Whether walking in the woodlands or the streets of your town, this book is your ultimate companion when you're out on a tree-spotting adventure. The 60 trees in this book are grouped by size to help children (and grown-ups) identify them easily and quickly, with beautifully illustrated flowers, fruits and berries to show you what they might look like at any time of the year. Learn fascinating facts and discover the secrets of every incredible tree you see - and find out how you can help protect them for the future too. In a handy pocket format with vibrant elastic closer, this book also includes top spotting tips and fun activities to help you make the most of your outdoor adventures.
£7.59
Nosy Crow Ltd National Trust: Tilly Plants a Tree
Book SynopsisDiscover the joy of growing things in this non-fiction nature picture book series from Axel Scheffler and the National TrustTilly has been learning all about trees and she would love to grow one. So when Grandma shows Tilly her special oak tree and they collect an acorn from the ground, they know just what to do. With help from their friends Worm and Ladybird, Tilly starts to grow her very own oak tree. Join in as she watches it grow, with fun flaps to lift to see what's happening underground and a big pop-up surprise at the end.With a gentle story and simple facts to explain how plants grow, children will be inspired to get outside and follow the helpful tips to plant their very own trees.Featuring artwork from bestselling The Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler, this new nature series from the National Trust is one for all the family to treasure!Other titles in the series include: Sam Plants a Sunflower, Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden and Tilly Plants a TreeEvery Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free "Stories Aloud" audio recording. Just scan the QR code and listen along!
£7.59
Templar Publishing Fungarium
Book SynopsisIllustrator Katie Scott returns to the Welcome to the Museum series with exquisite, detailed images of some of the most fascinating living organisms on this planet - fungi. From the fungi we see on supermarket shelves to fungi like penicillium that have shaped human history, this is the definitive introduction to what fungi are and just how vital they are to the world's ecosystem.Created in collaboration with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.Trade ReviewMushrooms are curious and fascinating life forms brought to the page by author and senior research leader at the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, England, Ester Gaya. Fungi can be food, poison, and medicine -and sometimes all three. Thanks to Katie Scott's artwork, this gorgeous book presents like the botanical specimens of old children's book form and includes the common and the uncommon, what fungi are, and how important they are to the world's ecosystem. It's oversized (11.06 x 14.88 inches!) and hardcover, making it a great gift for little nature lovers who want to learn. Kids who love this will also love other books in the Welcome to the Museum series including Botanicum and Antatomicum. * Red Tricycle *
£17.00
Penguin Random House Children's UK The Tiny Seed
Book SynopsisOVER 175 MILLION ERIC CARLE BOOKS SOLD WORLDWIDEA much-loved classic from the creator of The Very Hungry CaterpillarThis is the story of how a tiny seed travels from its parent plant and blows across seas, deserts and mountains, braving many hazards along the way, before finally finding a place to settle and grow into a beautiful flower so that the story can start again. A beautiful and uplifting first introduction to the life cycle of a seed.Discover more beautiful books by Eric Carle:Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?The Very Busy SpiderThe Bad-Tempered Ladybird From Head to ToeMister Seahorse
£7.59
Die Gestalten Verlag Easy Peasy: Gardening for Kids
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£13.46
Templar Publishing What Do You See When You Look At a Tree?
Book SynopsisWhat do you see when you look at a tree? Leaves and twigs and branches?Or do you see a real, living thing, That moves, and breathes and dances?Immerse yourself in this gentle picture book that encourages us to explore our connection with nature.In association with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, this wonderful picture book explores themes of empathy, mindfulness and personal growth through the eyes of a child. Beautifully written and illustrated by the award-winning artist Emma Carlisle, What Do You See When You Look At a Tree? urges readers to reconnect with nature by asking questions that encourage critical thinking and reflection on their own development, as well as helping to establish a deeper appreciation for the environment and their place within it.Stunning watercolour and hand-finished artwork draws parallels to the bestselling The Boy, The Mole, The Fox and The Horse, and evokes the classic nostalgia of E. H. Shephard's much-loved Winnie-the-Pooh.Mindfulness tips and information about trees are included at the back of the book for both adult and child to read together.
£8.54
Nosy Crow Ltd National Trust The Colouring Book of Cards and
Book SynopsisGet creative with this innovative colouring book, full of beautifully-designed cards and envelopes to tear out and colour. The twenty four gorgeous designs include woodland animals, flowers, butterflies and birds and are perfect for all ages to decorate and send to family and friends.
£11.92
Templar Publishing Botanicum
Book SynopsisThe 2016 offering from Big Picture Press's Welcome to the Museum series, Botanicum is a stunningly curated guide to plant life. With artwork from Katie Scott of Animalium fame, Botanicum gives readers the experience of a fascinating exhibition from the pages of a beautiful book. From perennials to bulbs to tropical exotica, Botanicum is a wonderful feast of botanical knowledge complete with superb cross sections of how plants work.Trade ReviewThis beautifully illustrated book is a comprehensive, curated guide to plant life... it's a feast of botanical knowledge. * BBC Gardener's World *...Stunningly illustrated guide to plant life. The perfect gift for anyone from three to ninety-three. * Huffington Post *...a big, beautiful artifact. Gloriously hand-illustrated in the manner of classic Victorian natural history, it offers levels of information suitable for intelligent, inquisitive young minds and begs to be pored over endlessly. * Financial Times *A beautiful and tremendously well written guide to plant life, from algae to the Amazon waterlily... This is a volume to treasure. * The English Garden *This is a splendid exploration of the world of plants by Kathy Willis, from the primitive to the prettiest. The botanical pictures by Katie Scott are lovely. * Evening Standard *A feast of botanical drawing and description. * Metro *
£21.25
Hungry Tomato Ltd Plant: Explore the Extraordinary World of Plants
Book SynopsisThis book is simply stunning! Our planet is covered in an incredible variety of awesome plants, from the tiny blades of grass under our feet to giant redwood trees towering above our heads. They''re in our gardens, cities and even in our homes. They are all fascinating in so many different ways?but what exactly is a plant, and how do they grow? Plant explores the science behind plants in a fun and curious way, with fascinating bite-size facts and stunning full-color illustrations throughout. Covering key topics, including germination, pollination, seed dispersal and much more. Discover remarkably resilient plants that have adapted to the harshest conditions on Earth, from the driest desert to the icy Arctic. ? Kill or cure? Discover amazing plants used in miraculous medicines, and some poisonous ones that could prove deadly! ? What''s that smell? Sniff out the world''s stinkiest plants, including one that smells like a rotting corpse! ? What do plants need to grow? Find lots of helpful tips to help you become a green thumbed gardener! ? Could plants save our planet? Discover how plants clean up our air and help to fight climate change. From the food we eat, to the clothes we wear, plants play a vital role in all our lives. Take a closer look at the fruit and vegetables on your plate and discover where chocolate and passion fruit come from. There are great tips and activities for growing your own plants, even if you don''t have a garden! Luxuriously bound, with 64 breathtakingly illustrated full-color pages, this book is a number one gift for nature-loving youngsters. Once read, this book will stay with kids forever!
£13.49
Nosy Crow Ltd The Secret Garden
Book SynopsisA favourite bedtime classic, beautifully retold by bestselling and award-winning author, Geraldine MccaughreanThis beloved childhood classic by Frances Hodgson Burnett is now available in a sumptuous gift book edition with dazzling new art.When Mary Lennox is sent from India to live with her uncle at gloomy Misselthwaite Manor, she is the most spoiled and contrary child you could ever meet. But she is also extremely lonely. Until one day, she discovers a walled garden that has been kept secret for years. With the help of a little robin, Mary unearths the key and unlocks the wonder that lies beyond the garden walls - and finds that making friends can be every bit life-changing as a magical garden. A captivating picture book retelling for young children by acclaimed author Geraldine McCaughrean, who has won, among many others, the Carnegie Medal twice, the Whitbread Children's Book Award and the Smarties Bronze Award.Discover more beautiful gift books in the Nosy Crow Classic range including Heidi, The Velveteen Rabbit and Peter PanA timeless keepsake gift with beautiful illustrations by Margarita Kukhtina that will be treasured by generations.With sumptuous details including cloth binding, foil cover, full colour illustrations throughout, textured paper jacket, ribbon marker and head and tail bands.
£14.24
Usborne Publishing Ltd Look Inside the Woods
Book SynopsisLook through the trees, see under leaves and discover what's lurking behind the bushes in this beautifully illustrated flap-book. Young nature lovers will enjoy opening the flaps to discover hidden animals and amazing facts. Look out for birds, squirrels, foxes and bears and find out how trees and woods help make our planet a better place to live.
£9.49
HarperCollins Publishers Blossom
Book SynopsisAcclaimed author Laura Dockrill sows seeds of hope and community at the flower market in this heartfelt, lyrical tale of family life and change. Blossom has grown up surrounded by the beautiful plants and flowers from her family’s market stall. The stall was started by her grandparents, Tutu and Pops, and passed on to Blossom’s parents after their death. It’s a magical place where customers come to find flowers for all occasions: from celebrating love to offering comfort in times of sorrow. But now the stall is at risk, with tension rising as Blossom’s parents argue about the future. Can Blossom call on the lessons she learned from Tutu and find a way to cope with the dramatic changes that are happening around her. Can she save the flower stall? Acclaimed author Laura Dockrill sows seeds of hope and community at the flower market in this heartfelt, lyrical tale of family life and change. This book features a dyslexia-friendly layout and font, and illustrations throughout so that even more readers can enjoy it.Trade Review"A heartfelt family story" – The Bookseller "This is a story rich with layers relating to the impact of change, but more importantly, it is all about how memories of happy family times can help with on-going anxieties … another triumph for the wonderful Barrington Stoke Publishing team" – The Letterpress Project "A beautiful and heartfelt story … Laura has such a way of bringing heart-warming stories to the reader. Her talent for capturing the heart and realistic lives throughout her lyrical words and accessible style is just stunning … There needs to be more Blossoms in the world" – Emma Suffield, librarian "A beautiful, empathy-building story that helps readers understand the fear of parents fighting and the sadness of the loss of a grandparent … Blossom carries the wonderful message that it’s a blessing when we break into pieces – it gives us a chance to rebuild" – Scope for Imagination, blog
£6.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd First Sticker Book Trees
Book SynopsisFind out about different kinds of trees around the world, from mangroves and palms to monkey puzzles and oaks. Take a close look at their leaves, seeds and fruits and discover the amazing range of birds, animals and minibeasts that make trees their home.
£5.99
Pan Macmillan Wild Child: A Journey Through Nature
Book SynopsisShortlisted for The Wainwright Prize for Nature and Conservation Writing for Children 2022Shortlisted for the Edward Stanford Children's Travel Book of the Year 2022Join the brilliant Dara McAnulty, winner of the Wainwright Prize for Diary of a Young Naturalist, as he takes you on a nature walk to share in the joy of connecting with the natural world on your multi sensory journey starting just beyond your own front door.Wild Child: A Journey Through Nature is a beautiful gift book, illustrated in full colour by Barry Falls, and divided into five chapters: looking out of the window, venturing out into the garden, walking in the woods, investigating heathland and wandering on the river bank.Dara pauses to tell you about each habitat and provides fantastic facts about the native birds, animals and plants you will find there – including wrens, blackbirds, butterflies, tadpoles, bluebells, bees, hen harriers, otters, dandelions, oak trees and many, many more.Each chapter contains a discovery section where you will get a closer look at natural phenomena such as metamorphoses and migration, learn about categorization in the animal kingdom or become an expert on the collective nouns for birds.Every chapter ends with an activity to do when you get home - you will be shown how to make a bird feeder, try pond dipping, make a journey stick and build a terrarium and more.Dara closes the book with his own inspirational advice for young conservationists. This is the perfect guide for an aspiring naturalist.Trade ReviewFrom the prize-winning young naturalist, this is a dreamy dive into the natural world to thrill wildlife fans of six-plus. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *Dara speaks very directly to child readers, taking them on a personal journey, introducing them to facts and phenomena that fascinate him and encouraging exploration. His love of lore and language as well as his respect for nature shine through in the poetic text which is carefully integrated with the illustrations. -- Ann Lazim * Books for Keeps *Naturalist Dara McAnulty helps children explore local habitats, identifying animals and plants. It’s a treasure trove of facts and projects such as making a bird feeder or terrarium. -- Charlotte Heathcote * Daily Express *In this fact-packed guide, beautifully illustrated by Barry Falls, his distinctive and poetic voice leads us from the garden through to rivers, woods and uplands to discover birds, insects and plants. Each section has things to make and the message comes over loud and clear: take care of nature and connect with your inner wild child. Perfect for all the family.” -- Sally Morris * Daily Mail *Wild Child is the new title from Dara McAnulty – winner of the 2020 Wainwright Prize for Diary of a Young Naturalist. It’s illustrated by Barry Falls, geared to anyone from the age of six-plus and full of carefully observed insights into the natural world -- Eleanor Flegg * The Irish Independent *Every page is beautiful but is packed with information too: anything from a brief history of species classification to the collective nouns for birds. There are even instructions on how to make a terrarium and bird feeder – perfect for all children who long to be wild. -- Natalie Bowen * The Independent *Wild Child: A Journey Through Nature is a beautiful mix of storytelling, poetry, science, craft and nature, all gloriously illustrated by Barry Falls. Dara McAnulty and Barry Falls have created a really exciting journey through nature that children will want to read again and again. The multi-faceted approach allows the reader to experience the wonders of nature in a range of ways. A must for any parent, and every classroom. -- Donna Burkert * Reading Zone *
£11.69
Laburnum Press Garden: Sparklers Out and About
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£6.99
Quarto Publishing PLC Little Country Cottage A Winter Treasury of
Book SynopsisThis charmingly illustrated seasonal treasury of nature-based crafts, baking recipes and gardening projects for the winter celebrates the country cottage lifestyle with self-sufficient and eco-friendly fun. Locally printed on 100% recycled paper, Little Country Cottage: A Winter Treasury of Recipes, Crafts and Wisdom offers: Easy yet delicious winter recipes and treats that introduce young readers to local and seasonal eating. From berry cookies, to hot cocoa recipes to warm up after a winter walk, the easy-to-make recipes will inspire kids to get into the kitchen. Suggestions for using up unloved parts of produce, such as carrot tops to make a kitchen windowsill garden, demonstrate a naturally zero-waste way of living. Accessible and fun crafts, such as making salt-dough ornaments and foraged foliage wreaths, have instructions broken down into clear steps illustrated in AnneliesDraws’ cute and whole
£9.49
Walker Books Ltd Growing Green: A First Book of Gardening
Book SynopsisFifteen simple step-by-step edible gardening projects for young children.From strawberries in welly boots to herbs in recycled tin cans, this easy-to-follow gardening book contains 15 simple, edible projects for young gardeners. Learn all you need to grow your own fruit, herbs and vegetables in the space that you have, from a windowsill to an allotment in this fun and stylish collection of growing activities for five- to nine-year-olds.With bright, engaging illustrations and step-by-step instructions, this is an ideal gift for any young child wanting to find out more about where their food comes from and grow some themselves!Trade ReviewFeatured in The Bookseller's Children's Previews for March 2023 * The Bookseller *This book is incredibly accessible, promises hours of fun with edible results and will engage the youngest readers from the outset. All the projects are completely achievable for gardeners of every ability. * Armadillo Magazine *This is the most amazing book ever! It tells you how to grow stuff. […] I can’t wait to grow all the things in my garden! -- Unaysa (age 4) * Kids Book Reviews, Books Up North *
£11.69
Anness Publishing Best Ever Step-by-step Kid's First Gardening
Book SynopsisGetting your hands dirty and growing your own fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers in the garden is great fun. From flowering wellies, crazy gourds and bird baths to wind chimes, butterfly pots and grass-head men, there is a huge range of exciting projects that you can do in and out of the garden, whatever the weather. The book includes basic gardening know-how, fruit and vegetables, craft projects, wildlife gardening and indoor gardening, plus a list of good plants to try. Clear instructions and fun photographs make following the projects easy, while tips and growing ideas provide inspiration and encourage experimentation.
£7.59
Quarto Publishing PLC Lifecycles: Seed to Sunflower
Book SynopsisHow do sunflowers begin? What do sunflowers need to grow? When do the flowers open? Discover the amazing stages of different life cycles and learn how different species are born, grow up and reproduce with this stunning series. Packed with amazing photographs of every stage, labelled diagrams to explain growth and development, fascinating facts and discussion points for further learning.Table of ContentsWhat is a sunflower? The story of a sunflower Inside a seed The first shoot Sprouting and growing The flower opens Butterflies and bees New seeds grow Spreading the seeds Glossary Index Notes for parents and teachers
£8.54
HarperCollins Publishers Percy the Park Keeper Nature Explorer Activity
Book SynopsisExplore nature with Percy the Park Keeper and his animal friends! A fun-packed autumn and winter activity book from the bestselling creator of One Snowy Night.Learn all about autumn and winter in this fun-filled nature activity book.Percy and his animal friends are here to guide you on an amazing discovery of plants, birds, animals, insects and more. Including wildlife facts and photos, nature-spotter guides and exciting creative projects as well as more than four hundred stickers this book is bursting with indoor and outdoor fun for all the family! Perfect for young nature lovers.Percy and his animal friends have delighted readers around the world for over thirty years!Trade ReviewPraise for One Springy Day: ‘Brimming with warmth and gentle humour.’ Sally Morris, Daily Mail ‘An absolute must for every young book shelf’ Reading Zone ‘A timeless classic’ Story Kids Praise for One Snowy Night: ‘A heartwarming bedtime tale…’ Susan Hill, The Independent ‘A lovely book to share at bedtime’ Children’s Book News ‘… it’s just right for reading aloud on a cold day’ Books for Keeps
£7.59
Dorling Kindersley Ltd Knowledge Encyclopedia Plants and Fungi
Book SynopsisExplore the wonderful world of plants and fungi, with everything from cacti and carnivorous plants to trees, flowers, and mushrooms.Why are flowers colourful and fruits sweet? How does a carnivorous plant kill its prey? Why do stinging nettles sting? How do trees turn light into food? This ultimate nature book for children will fascinate young readers with its microscopic detail and amazing facts on the plant world. Children aged 9+ will find themselves totally absorbed in the complexities nature, made clear through engaging explanations, intricate illustrations, vivid photographs, and striking 3D images. Knowledge Encyclopedia: Plants and Fungi! teaches kids all about plants and fungi by showing how they work with beautiful illustrations. Peer inside a leaf, watch a seed sprout, follow a root underground, and see how a flower becomes a fruit.This all-encompassing nature encyclopedia for kids offers:- A whole collection of facts,
£19.00
Hachette Children's Group The Kew Gardens Childrens Cookbook
Book SynopsisThis beautiful kitchen-garden cookbook, produced in association with the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew, contains step-by-step guides to show how easy it is to grow peas, beans, potatoes, carrots and more in your garden, in patio containers or in window boxes or on an allotment. Then transform your home-grown produce into delicious meals and desserts by following easy, step-by-step recipes. By having fun growing different plants, children won''t be able to wait to try their tasty produce, encouraging great, healthy eating habits.Learn all about how plants grow, from seeds to seedlings, watering and weeding, to harvesting and composting. Information on minibeasts and garden creatures show how nature works together to help plants grow.Includes advice on cooking tools and utensils and healthy and balanced diets.For inspiration in the garden and the kitchen ... a how-to guide to growing and eating your own fruit and vegetables - Daily ExpressTrade ReviewIt's a lovely book: a beautifully-presented hardback which will stand a lot of use and there's even a useful glossary and efficient index. -- Sue Magee * The Bookbag *For inspiration in the garden and the kitchen ... a how-to guide to growing and eating your own fruit and vegetables * Daily Express *A brilliant, brilliant cookbook full of imagination and packed with delicious info on both the growing and the cooking side of things. What better way to stimulate an interest in food than to really follow the whole process from start to finish. Utterly rewarding, and completely engaging! -- Phil May * Read it Daddy *...'The Kew Gardens Children's Cookbook' caught our Editors attention with its colourful cover and promise of easy step-by-step gardening advice for kids-and they weren't disappointed! [...] Expect scrumptious and fresh recipe ideas such as runner bean and bacon spaghetti or borlotti bean burgers (not to mention a whole section on health and nutrition). -- Elizabeth Ryan * Wayfair *Wonderfully illustrated and complemented by panels on minibeasts and other garden creatures, it shows how nature works to help plants grow. The growing guide also includes advice on cooking tools and utensils and healthy and balanced diets. From plot to plate, what's not to like about that? * Welsh Border Life *Young readers stand to gain much more than recipe ideas from this kitchen-garden cookbook, which encourages even those whose garden might only be a window box to get planting, growing, cooking and eating their own food * Evening Echo (Cork) *Colourful and beautifully illustrated, it is a great aid for fostering a love and understanding of fresh produce and an awareness of a healthy diet -- essentials in an age when fast food and child obesity are on the rise * The Lady *This book is a fabulous, fun way to educate children and parents, dressing up important subjects and issues in an easy to absorb way ... A must-have on any bookshelf * Wealden Times *This book is beautiful ... the description of when to grow each vegetable with step by step instructions is perfect for sharing with children ... The recipes are different from your average children's cookbook ... In a time when some children do not really know where their food comes from, this is perfect for the classroom ... With its beautiful front cover and informative introduction it is a lovely book for children to help develop a love of growing and eating fresh vegetables * School Librarian *A wonderful addition to any foodie household! * Inis *If your small child is even vaguely interested in helping you in the garden, or on the allotment, then I'd urge you to get him/her this great book... -- Judy Bown * Dig my Veg *Table of Contents 1: Introduction: 2: What parts of the plant do we eat: 3: The miracle of a seed: 4: How do plants reproduce: 5: What plants need to help them grow: 6: Soil and compost: 7: What is garden compost: 8: Tools and equipment: 9: Preparing your vegetable patch: 10: Sowing seeds indoors: 11: How to sow into pots: 12: Sowing and planting outside: 13: Everyday gardening tasks: 14: Wildlife in the garden: 15: Garden pests: 16: Healthy eating: 17: Get ready to cook: 18: Growing carrots: 19: Carrot colcannon: 20: Growing cavolo nero: 21: Cavolo nero pesto pasta: 22: Growing peas: 23: Pea gnocchi: 24: Growing lettuce: 25: Lettuce scoops: 26: Growing onions: 27: Onion soup: 28: Growing runner beans: 29: Runner bean and bacon spaghetti: 30: Growing borlotti beans: 31: Borlotti bean burgers: 32: Growing tomatoes: 33: Tomato, feta and basil tart: 34: Growing potatoes: 35: Potato cakes: 36: Growing spinach: 37: Spinach omelette: 38: Growing garlic: 39: Garlic dip with crudités: 40: Growing courgettes: 41: Courgette and polenta chips: 42: Growing chard: 43: Chard noodle stir fry: 44: Growing aubergines: 45: Roast aubergine rounds with tomato topping: 46: Growing beetroot: 47: Beetroot chocolate loaf: 48: Growing chillies: 49: Chilli hot chocolate: 50: Further information: 51: Glossary: 52: Index: 53: Conversions and abbreviations:
£14.24
Nosy Crow Ltd National Trust: Ruby Plants a Radish
Book SynopsisDiscover the joy of growing things in this non-fiction nature picture book series from Axel Scheffler and the National TrustRuby loves radishes, so when her friends Worm and Ladybird suggest she grows her own, she soon sets to work. Join Ruby as she watches her radishes grow, with five flaps to lift to see what's happening underground and an impressive pop-up surprise.With a gentle story and simple facts to explain how plants grow, children will be inspired to get outside and follow the helpful tips to plant their very own vegetables.Featuring artwork from bestselling The Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler, this new nature series from the National Trust is one for all the family to treasure!Other titles in the series include: Sam Plants a Sunflower, Tilly Plants a Tree and Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden
£8.99
Priddy Books Plants To The Rescue
Book SynopsisIn the ongoing fight against climate change, plastic pollution and diseases, scientists are turning to an unlikely ally - plants! Everyone knows plants are pretty cool. They create oxgyen for us to breathe (fairly essential) and provide us with trees to climb. But it turns out that platns can do a whole lot more than that too! Get ready to be amazed when you find out about the spinach that can detect landmines AND send emails and the glow-in-the-dark plants that might one day light your home. Perfect for anyone who loves nature and wildlife, as well as the scientists of the future - you won't look at plants and trees in the same way again!Trade ReviewCHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK – "This is a wonderful read with fabulous colourful illustrations. It’s a very educational book, which although aimed at children under 10, will appeal to various ages – especially if you are interested in plants, wildlife and the environment." * The Independent *"A brilliant botany book for the scientists of the future wanting to fight climate change." * The RHS *"This beautifully illustrated book is completely fascinating and full of facts about plants... it also aims to inspire and reassure children that there are many exciting new developments in plant science that could provide real and lasting solutions for the problems we face today" * BookTrust *"This brilliant book will inspire children to learn more about the fantastic things that plants can do, how scientists are helping plants adapt and how to work with nature, and is highly recommended for teachers, homeschoolers, children and adults. With tips on what we can all do now and into the future to help, this excellent non-fiction guide gives us plenty to be optimistic about." * Children's Books Ireland *
£11.69
Usborne Publishing Ltd Wildflowers Magic Painting Book
Book SynopsisFrom flowers of hedgerow and prairie to desert blooms and rainforest orchids, this book is bursting with beautiful wildflowers from different environments all around the world. Meticulous research has gone into each image, with the help of an expert from Kew Gardens, to ensure that the flowers and settings are portrayed as naturalistically as possible. Use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and vibrant colours magically appear! A mess-free way to keep children busy, perfect for travel. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.
£6.99
Templar Publishing Fungarium Poster Book
Book SynopsisThis large-format poster book lets you decorate your walls with images from Katie Scott's Fungarium, created in partnership with the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. Featuring fungal life of all kinds, from around the world, it's a stunning celebration of all things mycological. Posters are double-sided, with the reverse showing a black-and-white, annotated version of the full-colour illustration.
£15.29
Pan Macmillan Wild Child: A Journey Through Nature
Book SynopsisShortlisted for The Wainwright Prize for Nature and Conservation Writing for ChildrenShortlisted for the Edward Stanford Children's Travel Book of the YearJoin the brilliant Dara McAnulty, winner of the Wainwright Prize for Diary of a Young Naturalist, as he takes you on a nature walk that starts just beyond your own front door, and shares the joy of connecting with the natural world on a multi sensory journey.Wild Child: A Journey Through Nature is a beautiful book, illustrated in full colour by Barry Falls, and divided into five sections: looking out of the window, venturing out into the garden, walking in the woods, investigating heathland and wandering on the river bank.Dara pauses to tell you about each habitat and provides fantastic facts about the native birds, animals and plants you will find there – including wrens, blackbirds, butterflies, tadpoles, bluebells, bees, hen harriers, otters, dandelions, oak trees and many more.Each section contains a discovery section where you will have a closer look at natural phenomenon such as metamorphoses and migration, learn about categorization in the animal kingdom or become an expert on the collective nouns for birds.Every chapter finishes with an activity to do when you get home: plant wild flowers, make a bird feeder, try pond dipping, make a journey stick and build a terrarium.Dara closes the book with his own inspirational advice for young conservationists, making this the perfect guide for an aspiring naturalist.Trade ReviewFrom the prize-winning young naturalist, this is a dreamy dive into the natural world to thrill wildlife fans of six-plus. -- Imogen Russell Williams * The Guardian *Dara speaks very directly to child readers, taking them on a personal journey, introducing them to facts and phenomena that fascinate him and encouraging exploration. His love of lore and language as well as his respect for nature shine through in the poetic text which is carefully integrated with the illustrations. -- Ann Lazim * Books for Keeps *Naturalist Dara McAnulty helps children explore local habitats, identifying animals and plants. It’s a treasure trove of facts and projects such as making a bird feeder or terrarium. -- Charlotte Heathcote * Daily Express *In this fact-packed guide, beautifully illustrated by Barry Falls, his distinctive and poetic voice leads us from the garden through to rivers, woods and uplands to discover birds, insects and plants. Each section has things to make and the message comes over loud and clear: take care of nature and connect with your inner wild child. Perfect for all the family.” -- Sally Morris * Daily Mail *Wild Child is the new title from Dara McAnulty – winner of the 2020 Wainwright Prize for Diary of a Young Naturalist. It’s illustrated by Barry Falls, geared to anyone from the age of six-plus and full of carefully observed insights into the natural world -- Eleanor Flegg * The Irish Independent *Every page is beautiful but is packed with information too: anything from a brief history of species classification to the collective nouns for birds. There are even instructions on how to make a terrarium and bird feeder – perfect for all children who long to be wild. -- Natalie Bowen * The Independent *Wild Child: A Journey Through Nature is a beautiful mix of storytelling, poetry, science, craft and nature, all gloriously illustrated by Barry Falls. Dara McAnulty and Barry Falls have created a really exciting journey through nature that children will want to read again and again. The multi-faceted approach allows the reader to experience the wonders of nature in a range of ways. A must for any parent, and every classroom. -- Donna Burkert * Reading Zone *
£13.49
HarperCollins Publishers Inc Red Leaf Yellow Leaf
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£6.99
Penguin Random House Children's UK Alfie Outdoors
Book SynopsisAlfie gets out and about in the garden with Dad, in this glorious book about growing, playing and sharing. Seeds are planted; the carrots are going to be a gift for a special friend of Alfie's. But there are suprises in store...Shirley Hughes is the creator of the bestselling, best-loved, Dogger.Trade ReviewAlfie Outdoors is another classic and should be an immediate addition to every child's library -- Hannah Beckerman * The Huffington Post *Wonderful - a brand new Alfie book! Alfie is such an engaging character and he has captivated millions of children - and their parents - since his first appearance. Alfie loves to be out in the garden and now his Dad suggests they grow vegetables - to Alfie's surprise, they don't come straight from packs in the supermarket! Digging turns out to be great fun, with some unexpected surprises, but plants are quite slow to grow... As ever, a quite charming story with the added benefit of showing children the excitement of growing vegetables - and a very special goat to eat the produce! Alfie's Year in the Garden is an enchanting two page spread which gives lots to discuss about the changing seasons and the fun of being outdoors * Parents in Touch *A really gorgeous celebration of what children love about the outside world: getting muddy, making dens, playing and growing. * The Bookseller *Wonderfully well-written and filled with Shirley’s distinctive drawings, it’s another title to add to your expanding Alfie collection. -- Alison Potter * Junior Magazine *
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Priddy Books Secrets of the Forest: 15 Bedtime Stories
Book Synopsis"This is a stunningly crafted tome with luscious artwork and delightful bite-sized bedtime stories that should be treasured by families and handed down through generations to come." --The Independent, CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEKA beautifully illustrated collection of 5 minute bedtime stories about the wildlife found in woods around the world.Every forest contains a thousand secrets… In this charming anthology of stories by Alicia Klepeis readers will be guided into forests to meet the amazing animals that live there. In one story a squirrel hunts for an elusive acorn it buried earlier in the year, while another looks at an Alaskan wood frog as it freezes itself alive to survive a harsh winter. Children will be thrilled by the tale of a reindeer that gets separated from its herd in the snowy woods of Scandinavia, and marvel at a chameleon changing colour in the forests of Madagascar.Other stories feature elephants, wild cats, pangolins, badgers, foxes, monarch butterflies, otters, walking fish, a tree that can live for thousands of years, and even forest-dwelling penguins! All of these creatures and their habitats are brought to life with impressive skill by illustrator Kristen Adam.Each story in Secrets of the Forest is based on the real biology and behaviour of these amazing wild animals, and at the end of each tale readers will find out more about the science that inspired the story. So as they drift off to sleep, they will know a little bit more about the world around them.The cover features a timeless design with colourful foil and a cloth texture, making this book the perfect gift.Trade ReviewCHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE WEEK - "This is a stunningly crafted tome with luscious artwork and delightful bite-sized bedtime stories that should be treasured by families and handed down through generations to come. It’s a great purchase for any science and nature-loving primary school child." * The Independent *"Very approachable. . . sure to be revisited by readers often. Quality narrative and a treasure trove of details and images." * Kirkus *"This delightful collection of short stories. . .weaves together both enchantment and enlightenment. Adam's sweet, soft illustrations are wonderful additions to Klepeis’ carefully crafted text, perfectly blending realistic details with huggable cuteness. Young listeners and readers will happily relax into these stories, which turn the act of sleep into an adventure." * Booklist *
£13.49
Scallywag Press We Planted a Pumpkin
Book SynopsisFollow the journey of a tiny seed to a big, fat, orange pumpkin, as the two friends from WE FOUND A SEED decide to grow a pumpkin for Halloween! As the children tend to their plant throughout the seasons, we explore their emotions: enthusiasm, anxiety, joy and finally a sense of achievement. Using a simple text with poetry and repetition, the book shares with young readers the delight of working with nature, and shows the need to be patient.Trade Review‘Beautifully illustrated, with just the right amount of detail in both words and pictures for pre-schoolers. Slightly older children will be able to try reading it for themselves; and I’m certain that both listeners and readers alike will be eager to try growing their own pumpkin seeds.’ Books for Keeps;‘A gorgeous book to share with the young and likely to be the start of many adventures in the garden.’ LoveReading;‘A lovely addition to any bookshelf - and might just get your children interested in doing their own gardening.’ Booktrust;'This beautifully illustrated book is pitch perfect for little ones. They’ll love spotting all the minibeasts on every spread. I have no doubt that like the characters in the story, youngsters will be motivated to engage with nature, try planting some pumpkin seeds and become excited as they follow their development.' Red Reading Hub;‘The illustrations are lively and colourful, fitting well with the pace of the storytelling. Nature is celebrated on every page and readers will enjoy moving beyond the text to explore the various garden minibeasts that are dotted throughout the book.’ Children's Book Ireland
£11.69
Brambleby Books Discovering British Wild Flowers
Book SynopsisThis excellent plant guide for children aged 7+ describes over 100 common British wild flowers. The book information is compatible with the guidelines of the primary school curricula in the UK, with extra chapters on parts of a plant and a flower, pollination, fertilisation, seed dispersal and plant families. The plants are arranged primarily by habitat, basically woods with hedgerows to seaside, gardens, parks and countryside, and the description of each species is divided into three sections: general information, flower/fruit and leaves/stem. In addition, the plants are arranged by colour in the Flower Colour Index, providing an extra tool to assist identification. The layout is colourful and engaging, using snappy symbols for height, type of pollination, Caution! sign, and the main flowering season to aid identification even further. The book is pocket sized to easily take it out and about, such as walks, school trips and holiday.Trade ReviewMany of us passionately believe that there is an urgent need to encourage future generations of botanists. This new book is designed to do just that. Its target audience are primary school children between the ages of 6 and 12. But it could also be a helpful introductory flora for adults dipping their toes into the sometimes chilly waters of plant identification. - John Warren, BSBI; Overall Impression: Really good, easy to read, covers the main sorts of wild flower you would usually see and be able to identify. - Dr Peter Llewellyn; The book is looking fantastic. Although primarily for children, it could very much reach a wider audience of parents, interested adults, and primary school teachers. I would say it would be a lovely 'family book', for use at home and when out and about. The photos in the book are superb and give a real feeling what the flower or leaf actually looks like (close ups fantastic). I very much like the information about the leaf shapes...so often that is the way to identify flowers especially from a botanical point of view. I think teachers, from all over the UK, particularly, will find the book useful. The information is presented in a slightly more informal way so is pleasant to read but informative...good tone! The flower reproduction is also particularly well explained! As a teacher, I used drama, diagrams and a little buzzy bee to demonstrate this but actually it is quite hard for children (and a lot of adults) to totally understand! Looking at your book for the first time would make me or indeed anyone with a bit of interest be straight out there looking for wild flowers!! - Margaret Alston, Primary School TeacherTable of ContentsContents Introduction 6 Symbols 6 Parts of a Plant 7 Parts of a Flower 8 Pollination and Fertilisation 9 Seed Dispersal 10 Leaf Shapes 11 Flower Families 14 Scientific Names 17 Woodlands 19 Heaths and Moors 37 Walls 49 Dunes and Seashores 57 Marshes, Lakes and Rivers 65 Gardens and Parks 77 Hedgerows and Roadsides 87 Fields 123 Meadows and Grasslands 135 General and Plant Index 151 Flower Colour Index 154 Useful Websites 159
£8.54
Scallywag Press Granny Pip Grows Fruit
Book SynopsisBeing able to buy fruit is something we take for granted, but what if we had to grow our own? A little girl helps Granny Pip as she plants fruit bushes, feeds them with fertiliser, prunes and then harvests. Growing fruit is hard work, but eating it is delicious! The fourth title in the Follow My Food series about where our food comes from and how it's produced, with themes of sustainability and animal welfare.Trade ReviewPraise for previous books in the series;‘The series would be a wonderful addition to discussions on sustainability.’ THE SCHOOL LIBRARIAN;‘A perfect introduction to how milk is produced… There is rich vocabulary: herd, parlour, dusk, bulge, guzzles, and a word quiz and milk facts reinforce new word learning.’ JUST IMAGINE;‘Bright, clean, papercut illustrations create some striking spreads…the text is fact-filled but never dull.’ BOOKS FOR KEEPS;‘The simple, bold illustrations are attractive and informative, and there’s just the right level of detail to enable young people to understand how a jar of honey is produced.’ BOOKTRUST;‘A really gorgeous, engaging and colourful nonfiction book for young children.’ THE BOOK DELI
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Anness Publishing Gardening Projects for Kids
Book SynopsisThis title includes fantastic ideas for making things, growing plants and flowers and attracting wildlife, with 60 practical projects and 175 photographs. It offers over 60 fun, child-friendly projects for gardening, with ideas for cultivating flowers, growing fruit and vegetables, making crafty projects and attracting insects, birds and animals. It contains an introduction with all the gardening basics includes advice on safety, equipment, understanding plants and a guide to commonly used gardening terms. It helps you grow a hyacinth in a glass, have tomatoes tumbling down the wall, spell your name in flowers, shape a den out of bamboo and make a mini-beast shelter. Every project features an at-a-glance 'you will need' list, growing times and a star rating guide to show you how easy or hard it is. Each idea has simple step-by-step instructions and there are over 175 fantastic colour photographs showing you what to do. A list of popular plants shows how to grow and use the plants in the book and many others, including where they like to live and how they like to be treated. Growing plants and making things for the garden is endless fun. This book is bursting with planting and gardening ideas to suit children from the ages of 5 to 12. It offers an introduction that arms the reader with all they need to know about plants, soil and tools. Then, over 60 step-by-step projects have ideas for doing things indoors, growing fruit, vegetables and flowers, making crafty bits and pieces for the garden and encouraging wildlife to visit. Whatever the weather, here are masses of ways to keep you occupied in and out of the garden, with fun activities for all children, from tiddlers to safari explorers.
£8.54
Quarto Publishing PLC Little Country Cottage An Autumn Treasury of
Book SynopsisThis charmingly illustrated seasonal treasury of nature-based crafts, bakes and gardening projects for autumn celebrates the country cottage lifestyle with self-sufficient and eco-friendly fun. Locally printed on 100% recycled paper, Little Country Cottage: An Autumn Treasury of Recipes, Crafts and Wisdom offers: Easy yet delicious autumn recipes and treats that introduce young readers to local and seasonal eating. From pumpkin muffins to home-made apple chips, the easy-to-make recipes will inspire kids to get into the kitchen. Suggestions for using up unloved parts of produce, such as ways to make use of apple cores and peel, demonstrate a naturally zero-waste way of living. Accessible and fun crafts, such as making a gratitude tree and a woven basket, have instructions broken down into clear steps illustrated in AnneliesDraws’ cute and wholesome style. The seasonal gardening and growing projeTrade Review'If you know very little about eco-conscious living and the ideas associated with it these books are the perfect introduction.’ * Armadillo Magazine *
£9.49
Dorling Kindersley Ltd RHS Ultimate Sticker Book Garden Flowers New
Book SynopsisA fun, picture-packed sticker activity book, with fascinating information about garden flowers and more than 250 stickers!This exciting RHS sticker activity book will teach kids about the flowers all around them in gardens and parks. The fascinating facts accompanied by simple, fun activities such as matching stickers to picture shapes, a life-cycle follow-the-trail, and a quiz make this book perfect for curious young minds.Children will go on a journey as they fill in the sticker pages, and learn about sunflowers, tulips, roses, daffodils, geraniums, dahlias, and more! From flowers that love the sun to those that grow in the shade, to the plants that provide food for garden birds, inside you''ll find a whole world of wonderful plants waiting to be discovered. The combination of engaging activities and easy-to-understand information given in bite-sized pieces makes it easy for children to learn as they play.This sticker book about flowers for
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Hachette Children's Group Little Guides to Nature: Hello Fungi
Book SynopsisGet outside and explore the fascinating world of fungi with this beautifully illustrated pocket guide.Did you know that fungi are not quite plant, not quite animal and not quite bacteria, but a unique organism in a kingdom all of their own? Beautiful gallery-style pages showcase a fascinating world of fungi, including glow-in-dark fungi, the funky fungi that give off the strongest smell and the most colourful fungi. Creative off-the-page activity spreads include how to make a spore print and a recipe for delicious store-bought mushrooms on toast.With tips on mushroom identification (including the ones to avoid!), fungi-based activities to enjoy, and a guide to the most colourful and unusual mushrooms, this little book will provide hours of pleasure, both indoors and out.Be inspired to go outdoors and get up close with nature with this brand-new series from internationally bestselling illustrator Nina Chakrabarti. Also in this series: Hello Trees, Hello Bugs and Hello Fossils and Shells.
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Little Guides to Nature: Hello Trees
Book SynopsisGet outside and explore the magnificent world of trees with this beautifully illustrated pocket guide.Witness a tree's growth from seed to sapling and discover how trees come together to support each other in forests in this beautiful pocket guide to nature. Illustrated gallery-style pages show children how to identify a tree from its seeds, take a closer look leaf function and shape and highlights some of the oldest and the tallest trees from around the world.A book to inspire budding naturalists aged 6 and up, Hello Trees also includes creative off-the-page activities for children to try, including growing a tree from an avocado seed and creating amazing art by painting leaves and bark rubbing.Be inspired to go outdoors and get up close with nature with this brand-new series from internationally bestselling illustrator Nina Chakrabarti. Also in this series: Hello Fungi, Hello Bugs and Hello Fossils and Shells.
£8.54
Hachette Children's Group Explore Ecosystems: In a Tree
Book SynopsisFind out about the circle of life in the microhabitat of an oak tree.Explore Ecosystems: Tree dives into the diverse wonder of the life that an oak tree supports (and is supported by). This habitat is home to birds, beetles, squirrels, spiders and more. Readers find out how this ecosystem works through the lives of these animals. It explores how tree life relies not only on other living things, but on non-living things, such as the soil, climate and wind. The importance of balance in the natural world is a key theme - showing how animals large and tiny have an impact on their environment. The Explore Ecosystems series is a perfect introduction to habitats for readers aged 7 and up.Titles in the seriesIn a DesertIn an OceanIn a PondIn a RainforestOn a SavannahIn a TreeTable of Contents 1: An oak tree and soil 1: Fungi, roots and other oaks 1: Leaves and the climate 1: Caterpillars and leaves 1: Chicks and caterpillars 1: Oak flowers, animals and the wind 1: Acorns and jays 1: Acorns and other animals 1: Oak galls and gall wasps 1: Woodpeckers and bats 1: Bark, beetles and birds 1: Badgers, roots and minibeasts 1: Ancient oaks and fungi 1: Oak trees in trouble 1: Glossary 1: Books to read and index
£12.34
Nosy Crow Ltd National Trust: Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden
Book SynopsisDiscover the joy of growing things in this non-fiction nature picture book series from Axel Scheffler and the National TrustBen loves flowers and Ben loves butterflies, so when his friends Worm and Ladybird suggest he makes his garden prettier by growing his own butterfly garden, he soon sets to work. Join Ben as he watches the flowers grow then discovers butterflies growing too, with four flaps to lift to see what's happening underground and an impressive pop-up surprise.With a gentle story and simple facts to explain how plants and butterflies grow, children will be inspired to get outside and follow the helpful tips to plant their very own butterfly garden.Featuring artwork from bestselling The Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler, this new nature series from the National Trust is one for all the family to treasure!Other titles in the series include: Sam Plants a Sunflower, Tilly Plants a Tree and Ruby Plants a Radish
£8.99
Bookmart Ltd Show Me How: I Can Grow Things: Gardening
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Usborne Publishing Ltd Can we really help the trees?
Book SynopsisThe trees are in trouble, and they're not the only ones. Meet the endangered forest animals in search of solutions. Fortunately they find a treehouse of sparky kids who are bursting with ideas, and together they plan a way to save the world's woodlands.This book explores the crucial role trees play in providing habitats, preventing flooding and tackling climate change. Written in consultation with Dr Maneul Luján from Kew Gardens.
£9.49
Usborne Publishing Ltd Little First Stickers Wildflowers
Book SynopsisWildflowers are not only beautiful, they are of vital importance in providing food for bees and other pollinators. And they are found everywhere - in meadows, woodlands, jungles, mountains, deserts, grasslands and even in towns and cities. This fabulously illustrated book showcases dozens of different species with over 130 flower and insect stickers to add to the delightful scenes. Each is carefully labelled to help you differentiate cornflowers from corn cockles and poppies from primroses.
£5.99
Nosy Crow Ltd National Trust: Tilly Plants a Tree
Book SynopsisDiscover the joy of growing things in this non-fiction nature picture book series from Axel Scheffler and the National TrustTilly has been learning all about trees and she would love to grow one. So when Grandma shows Tilly her special oak tree and they collect an acorn from the ground, they know just what to do. With help from their friends Worm and Ladybird, Tilly starts to grow her very own oak tree. Join in as she watches it grow, with fun flaps to lift to see what's happening underground and a big pop-up surprise at the end.With a gentle story and simple facts to explain how plants grow, children will be inspired to get outside and follow the helpful tips to plant their very own trees.Featuring artwork from bestselling The Gruffalo illustrator Axel Scheffler, this new nature series from the National Trust is one for all the family to treasure!Other titles in the series include: Sam Plants a Sunflower
£8.99
Usborne Publishing Ltd LifttheFlap Trees
Book SynopsisWhat kind of tree grows in the sea? How tall are the tallest trees? Which tree can change how its leaves taste? This flap book holds the answers, along with masses of other amazing tree facts, and can tell you why we need trees - and why they need our help.Table of Contents1 Trees are amazing2 Tree parts3 Changing seasons4 Tree homes5 Tropical trees6 Watery trees7 Cold trees8 Extraordinary trees9 Trees are our friends10 Plant a tree
£999.99
Greystone Books,Canada Can You Hear the Trees Talking?: Discovering the
Book SynopsisWINNER OF THE AAAS/SUBARU PRIZE FOR EXCELLENCE IN SCIENCE BOOKSBASED ON THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER THE HIDDEN LIFE OF TREES This interactive and illustrated book for kids aged 8-10 introduces the wonderful science of the forest through outdoor activities, quizzes, fun facts, photographs, and more!Discover the secret life of trees with this nature and science book for kids: Can You Hear the Trees Talking? shares the mysteries and magic of the forest with young readers, revealing what trees feel, how they communicate, and the ways trees take care of their families. The author of The Hidden Life of Trees, Peter Wohlleben, tells kids about the forest internet, aphids who keep ants as pets, nature’s water filters, and more fascinating things that happen under the canopy.Featuring simple activities kids can try on their own, along with quizzes, photographs, and more, Can You Hear the Trees Talking? covers a range of amazing topics including: How trees talk to each other (hint: through the wood wide web!) Why trees are important in the city How trees make us healthy and strong How trees get sick, and how we can help them get better This engaging and visually stunning book encourages learning and fun as kids discover the wonder of the natural world outside their windows."Lush full-color photos and pictures create an immersive experience and the layout facilitates engaged, delighted learning. ...this book may prompt frequent family visits to, and a new appreciation for, neighborhood trees and local forests.” —Washington ParentTrade Review“A fascinating and detailed guide. ... [Wohlleben] has done a remarkable job ensuring that each page tells a complete story, answering questions ranging from how trees know when it is spring to why trees are important in the city.”—Science Magazine“A forest's worth of appealing sidebars, pop-up quizzes with fascinating statistics, and colorful photographs add to a strong subtext: Forest preservation is not just important, but imperative. A tree-treatise treat.”—Kirkus Starred Review [Can You Hear the Trees Talking?] is an outstanding introduction into the world of trees. Highly recommended for students of science, environment, and ecology.—School Library Journal Starred Review “As fascinating and relaxing as a stroll through the woods.”—Booklist“[Can You Hear the Trees Talking] presents a beautifully laid-out walk through the forest with a kindly guide, who points out fascinating sights and intriguing phenomena. Captivating, close-up photos illuminate the engaging text, making this both a superb classroom resource and a strong choice for young browsers.”—Publishers Weekly“Can You Hear the Trees Talking? is a fantastic and accessible version of his bestselling The Hidden Life of Trees. [Wohlleben] poses a series of basic questions for his readers—can trees talk, are trees brave, do trees sleep at night, how do trees know when it’s spring—and offers them his unique knowledge and shares his passion for trees, wonderful photographs of his forest and fun quizzes and simple activities.”—The Globe and Mail“Our favorite books to inspire your kids to go outdoors….an eye-opening look at how trees nurture each other, socialize, communicate, compete, and even exhibit different ‘personalities.’ The insights you’ll glean may well transform your walks in the woods forever.”—Matador Network“Curious kids will eat this one up, because it’s full of facts!”—Romper"[Peter Wohlleben's] dedication, knowledge, and passion come through on every page of this book. Filled with whimsy, information, and activities, this book is a delight for children of all ages! ”—Powell's Books “A delightful way to introduce children to the wonders of the trees and to the world of the forest….Any child who is curious about nature would love Can You Hear the Trees Talking?, and it would make a great book for family activities as well as for use in a traditional or homeschool curriculum.” —Beth Fish Reads“Kid-friendly… could embraced by a science teacher for use in the class.”—Kiss the Book Jr.“Children were talking with trees for centuries before scientists proved that trees communicate. What better guide to kids' conversation with our leafy neighbors than Peter Wohlleben, who revealed to adults the hidden lives of trees? This splendid book is bursting with exciting science. Better yet, Can You Hear The Trees Talking? fosters reverence and wonder for a forest far more magical than even fairy-tales claim."—Sy Montgomery, New York Times bestselling author and recipient of the Sibert Medal
£14.24
Anness Publishing The best-ever step-by-step kid's first gardening: Fantastic Gardening Ideas for 5-12 Year Olds, from Growing Fruit and Vegetables and Fun with Flowers to Wildlife Gardening and Craft Projects
Book SynopsisThis title offers fantastic gardening ideas for 5-12 year olds, from growing fruit and vegetables and fun with flowers to wildlife gardening and craft projects. It includes 120 fabulous projects, with easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and more than 1200 stunning photographs to help children learn all about how plants grow. It includes topics ranging from edible treats and flower power to handicrafts, wildlife gardening and indoor ideas, as well as a useful directory of the most popular garden plants. It is the winner of the prestigious Garden Media Guild Practical Book of the Year Award. Getting your hands dirty and growing your own fruit, vegetables, herbs and flowers in the garden is great fun. From flowering wellies, grotesque gourds and bird baths to wind chimes, butterfly pots and grass head men, there is a huge range of exciting projects that you can do in and out of the garden, whatever the weather. The book contains chapters covering everyday techniques, fruit and vegetables, craft projects, wildlife gardening and indoor gardening, plus a directory of plant profiles. Clear instructions and beautiful photographs make following the projects easy, while tips and growing ideas provide inspiration and encourage experimentation.
£10.79
BookLife Publishing Leaves
Book SynopsisThrough the accessible language and innovative design utilised in this series, readers of all abilities will be able to learn about the most interesting and important parts of plants.
£8.54