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Get to know the wildlife in your garden with this handy guide, featuring craft activities to attract and help your outdoor friends.Make a difference to the local wildlife with the ideas and tips in this informative, hands-on book. Help the animals around you by creating a safe place where they can thrive. Discover how important these creatures are to the environment.Activities will help you get up-close to nature in a safe and responsible manner, whether it's by studying creepy-crawlies, pond dipping, or creating a mammal tracker. You can even design your own garden, with tips on planting the right plants to create a safe space for animals.With plenty of advice from the brilliant wildlife expert and TV personality Dan Rouse, this fun yet educational book is a perfect introduction to animal conservation and protection. The Children's Book of Wildlife celebrates local habitats and teaches children about the challenges animals face and what we can do

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Create a flourishing wildlife haven for your local wild birds!What if we told you that you can make a difference to your local birdlife from the comfort of your own home? You can help to reverse the decline in bird numbers by creating a haven in which they will thrive! It's a win-win!No need to be an expert gardener already, or even to break the bank! Many of the most beneficial features can be installed easily and cheaply, and many you can build yourself or upcycle to be eco-friendly. So what are you waiting for? Dive straight in to discover:-Stunning full-colour illustrations and photographs of over 50 local bird species-Practical advice on choosing and installing bird feeders, baths, ponds and boxes-Budget-conscious tips to make a difference to local birdlifeThis all-encompassing bird book shows you exactly how to optimise our outdoor space for birds, providing the food and nesting spaces they need to survive. Discover the best plants to grow food and shelter, which bird feeders, feed and nest boxes to buy and how to make them all predator-proof, as well as how to encourage diversity in an eco-friendly manner whilst protecting a broad range of bird species. Provide the best shelter, feeding and nesting opportunities for them and readers can reap the rewards as they sing and entertain! In fact, recent studies suggest people who can hear birdsong from their homes are proven to have better mental health than those who can't. 82% of gardeners in the UK wish to attract more wildlife to their gardens, so why not join the journey today and encourage a flurry of feathered friends to your garden! From Jays to Jackdaws, Swallows to Sparrowhawks, you can see them all with the top tips and tricks featured in this all-encompassing british bird book. The ideal bird-watcher gift for those looking to encourage their local wildlife and discover top tips on how to attract birds to their gardens. So whether you're a keen gardener looking for a new project, or you're simply looking to be kind to the environment by encouraging local diversity, this brilliant bird spotting book is calling your name!

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Transform your garden into a haven for all kinds of wildlife.In a world with too much concrete and not enough greenery, every wildlife-friendly garden can make a huge difference. But what if we told you that you can make a difference to your local wildlife from the comfort of your own home? You can help to reverse the decline in bird numbers and much more by creating a haven in which they will thrive! Let author, presenter, and wildlife conservationist Dan Rouse show you how you can make your outdoor space more welcoming for a wide variety of visitors, from planting pollinator-friendly perennials to providing access for curious hedgehogs. Learn the best ways to provide shelter, food, and water, discover the best planting choices and how they can help, then sit back and watch as your garden becomes a much-needed refuge for a huge range of species.Dive straight in to discover:- A beautiful mixture of full-colour illustrations and photos of different species.- Practical advice on supporting local wildlife, with ideas suitable for all budgets and abilities.- Suggestions for beneficial plant choices for a range of climate and soil types.- Step-by-step projects tailored to both attracting wildlife and to observe the wildlife that visits the garden.- Ideas for small gardens and outdoor spaces, as well as practical considerations such as pets and children sharing a garden with wildlife.- Final chapter on 'Observing garden wildlife' that showcases low- and high-tech methods of watching for wildlife, and how to connect with the wider wildlife community. The book features plenty of projects to help you attract and observe your new garden visitors, as well as galleries of common species you can expect to see. Following in the footsteps of its sister title How to Attract Birds to Your Garden, everything in the book is clear, accessible, and engaging, with plenty of budget-friendly tips and ideas suitable for gardeners and non-gardeners alike. Packed with equal parts expertise and passion, How to Attract Wildlife to Your Garden proves that, by giving nature opportunities to thrive, we all benefit: ourselves, our planet, and the wildlife that may call our garden home.

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Help your local wild birds by providing them with a safe garden environmentMake a difference to your local birdlife. Help reverse the decline in bird numbers by creating a haven in which they will thrive. It's a win-win. Provide the best shelter, feeding, and nesting opportunities for them and then you can reap the rewards as they sing and entertain.No need to be an expert gardener already, or to break the bank - many of the most beneficial features can be installed easily and cheaply, and many you can build yourself or upcycle to be eco-friendly.

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A fun, engaging birdwatching book for kids, full of information, activities, and tips on how to spot, identify, and care for birds. Make a difference to the local wildlife with hands-on activities, wonderful ideas and useful tips in this informative bird book for children. Make a bird feeder that you can fill with seeds, or a water bath for birds to drink from, and watch as a variety of birdlife gather! Young nature enthusiasts can enjoy this perfect introduction to animal conservation and protection, packed with engaging activities and plenty of advice from the brilliant bird expert and TV personality Dan Rouse. The Children’s Book of Birdwatching celebrates local wildlife and teaches children about the challenges birds face and what we can do to help. Whether you love birds, enjoy gardening, or simply want to do your bit to help local wildlife, this delightful bird book is full of practical information and fun activities.This fascinating bird book for kids includes: - A delightful and simple introduction to birds and what we can do to help them.- Hands-on activities and upcycling projects for children to get involved in.- Informative and factual text accompanied by beautiful photographs and illustrations.- A range of projects that encourages children to enjoy spending time outdoors.Get to know birds with this handy guide, featuring craft activities to attract and help your feathered friends. Children aged 5-9 can discover ways to make their outdoor space more bird-friendly, from nurturing the right plants to deterring dangerous predators. Watch as they fly in for a visit! How many can you spot?

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Transform your garden into a haven for all kinds of wildlife.In a world with too much concrete and not enough greenery, every wildlife-friendly garden can make a huge difference. But what if we told you that you can make a difference to your local wildlife from the comfort of your own home? You can help to reverse the decline in bird numbers and much more by creating a haven in which they will thrive! Let author, presenter, and wildlife conservationist Dan Rouse show you how you can make your outdoor space more welcoming for a wide variety of visitors, from planting pollinator-friendly perennials to digging a pond. Learn the best ways to provide shelter, food, and water, discover the best planting choices and how they can help, then sit back and watch as your garden becomes a much-needed refuge for a huge range of species.Dive straight in to discover:- A beautiful mixture of full-color illustrations and photos of different species.- Practical advice on supporting local wildlife, with ideas suitable for all budgets and abilities.- Suggestions for beneficial plant choices for a range of climate and soil types.- Step-by-step projects tailored to both attracting wildlife and to observe the wildlife that visits the garden.- Ideas for small gardens and outdoor spaces, as well as practical considerations such as pets and children sharing a garden with wildlife.- Final chapter on ‘Observing garden wildlife’ that showcases low- and high-tech methods of watching for wildlife, and how to connect with the wider wildlife community. The book features plenty of projects to help you attract and observe your new garden visitors, as well as galleries of common species you can expect to see. Following in the footsteps of its sister title How to Attract Birds to Your Garden, everything in the book is clear, accessible, and engaging, with plenty of budget-friendly tips and ideas suitable for gardeners and non-gardeners alike. Packed with equal parts expertise and passion, How to Attract Wildlife to Your Garden proves that, by giving nature opportunities to thrive, we all benefit: ourselves, our planet, and the wildlife that may call our garden home.

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A fun, engaging wildlife-watching book for kids, full of information, tips and craft craft activities to attract and help your outdoor friends.Make a difference to the local wildlife with hands-on activities, wonderful ideas and useful tips in this informative wildlife book for children aged 5-9.Young nature enthusiasts can enjoy this engaging introduction to animal conservation and protection, packed with engaging activities and plenty of advice from the brilliant bird expert and TV personality Dan Rouse. The Children's Book of Wildlife Watching celebrates local wildlife and allows children to get up-close to nature in a safe and responsible manner, whether it''s by studying minibeasts, pond dipping, or creating a mammal tracker.This fascinating wildlife book for kids includes: - A delightful and simple introduction to wildlife and what we can do to help them.- Hands-on activities and upcycling projects for children to get in

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A fun, engaging birdwatching book for kids, full of information, activities, and tips on how to spot, identify, and care for birds. Make a difference to the local wildlife with hands-on activities, wonderful ideas and useful tips in this informative bird book for children. Make a bird feeder that you can fill with seeds, or a water bath for birds to drink from, and watch as a range of birdlife gather!Young nature enthusiasts can enjoy this perfect introduction to animal conservation and protection, packed with engaging activities and plenty of advice from the brilliant bird expert and TV personality Dan Rouse. The Children's Book of Birdwatching celebrates local wildlife and teaches children about the challenges birds face and what we can do to help. Whether you love birds, enjoy gardening, or simply want to do your bit to help local wildlife, this delightful bird book is full of practical information and fun activities.This fascinating bird book for kids includes: - A delightful and simple introduction to birds and what we can do to help them.- Hands-on activities and upcycling projects for children to get involved in.- Informative and factual text accompanied by beautiful photographs and illustrations.- A range of projects that encourages children to enjoy spending time outdoors.Get to know birds with this handy guide, featuring craft activities to attract and help your feathered friends. Children aged 5-9 can discover ways to make their outdoor space more bird-friendly, from nurturing the right plants to deterring dangerous predators. Watch as they fly in for a visit! How many can you spot?

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