Join brilliant young naturalist Dara McAnulty – winner of the 2020 Wainwright Prize for his book Diary of a Young Naturalist – on a nature walk and experience the joy of connecting with the natural world on your multi sensory journey. This beautiful gift book, illustrated in full colour by Barry Falls, is 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. Each section 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 ends the book with advice for young conservationists.

A BuzzFeed "Best Book of June 2021" From sixteen-year-old Dara McAnulty, a globally renowned figure in the youth climate activist movement, comes a memoir about loving the natural world and fighting to save it. Diary of a Young Naturalist chronicles the turning of a year in Dara’s Northern Ireland home patch. Beginning in spring?when “the sparrows dig the moss from the guttering and the air is as puffed out as the robin’s chest?these diary entries about his connection to wildlife and the way he sees the world are vivid, evocative, and moving. As well as Dara’s intense connection to the natural world, Diary of a Young Naturalist captures his perspective as a teenager juggling exams, friendships, and a life of campaigning. We see his close-knit family, the disruptions of moving and changing schools, and the complexities of living with autism. “In writing this book,” writes Dara, “I have experienced challenges but also felt incredible joy, wonder, curiosity and excitement. In sharing this journey my hope is that people of all generations will not only understand autism a little more but also appreciate a child’s eye view on our delicate and changing biosphere.” Winner of the Wainwright Prize for UK nature writing and already sold into more than a dozen territories, Diary of a Young Naturalist is a triumphant debut from an important new voice.

"An easy-to-use guide for parents, teachers, and others looking to foster a strong connection between children and nature, complete with engaging activities, troubleshooting advice, and much more"--

Shortlisted for the 2022 Wainwright Prize for Nature & Conservation Writing for Children 2022 and the 2022 Edward Stanford Children's Travel Book of the Year Join Dara McAnulty, winner of the 2020 Wainwright Prize for Diary of a Young Naturalist, as he takes you on a multi-sensory journey of the natural world, starting just beyond your own front door. Illustrated in full-colour by Barry Falls, this beautiful gift book is divided into five chapters: looking out of the window, venturing out into the garden, walking in the woods, investigating heathland, and wandering along the riverbank. Describing each habitat in detail, Dara 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 chapter contains a discovery section where you will get a closer look at natural phenomena such as metamorphoses and migration, categorization in the animal kingdom or become an expert on the collective nouns for birds. Additionally, each 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. Bursting with knowledge about the natural world and inspirational advice for young conservationists, Wild Child by Dara McAnulty is the perfect guide for aspiring young naturalists.

Following on from the success of the first book by Brooke Davis, Your Wild Imagination, comes Your Wild Child - a new book that your family will love! Full of new and interesting nature based activities for children aged 2-12 years, this beautiful, practical and easy to use book will captivate your children and encourage independent play with nature.You will discover new ideas for outdoor play, and also find ways to bring nature indoors - perfect for those times when you're stuck inside.Your Wild Child includes more than 150 stunning full colour photographs, accompanied by simple and easy to follow instructions. The activities can be adapted to suit your children's age and interest. Some activities may require adult assistance for younger Nature Warriors, but there are often alternatives presented for how you can provide a more or less challenging activity.The activities are open-ended, meaning that children can use their imaginations and create dozens of things from one activity prompt. This book shows actual creations made by children and does not encourage all crafts to turn out looking the same. Instead the activities can boost creativity, problem solving and persistence. Nature play also improves fine motor skills, physical strength and coordination.The book allows you to easily adapt the activities to suit your location. Using nature as the primary resource reduces the need for craft purchases, making the activities very inexpensive to implement.Inside the book you will find more than 20 nature play activities that are fun and easy to implement, including:-Leaf crowns-Nature wings-Boats and rafts-Stick frames-Nature weaving-Bug journal-Pick up sticks-Light catcher-Leaf art and more.The hardcover, full colour book measures 16cm x 24cm and is printed in Australia on sustainably sourced paper. It's the perfect backpack size and easy to manage with little hands.This book is a wonderful resource for early years and primary teachers, home schoolers, parents and grandparents seeking more nature play ideas. It's also perfect for taking camping and for school holiday play ideas.

A gorgeous book to get kids exploring outside—from “a young naturalist [who] inspires with joy” (The New York Times) A walk in the woods with Dara McAnulty is no ordinary hike. At just 18, he has earned international attention for his nature writing and activism—including the 2020 Wainwright Prize for his memoir, Diary of a Young Naturalist. Now, in Wild Child, Dara introduces kids to the many joys of the natural world. Lavishly illustrated by Barry Falls, this multisensory journey kicks off with a look out the window—then wanders into the garden, through the woods, up a hilltop, and along the riverbank. Every chapter comes with creatures to find, fantastic facts, and a project to do: Kids will search for grasshoppers and grubs, learn how oak trees depend on blue jays, try “pond dipping,” build a birdfeeder—and experience wonder, every step of the way.

A standout among nature books for children, Wild Child is a “dreamy dive into the natural world” (The Guardian) from award-winning author Dara McAnulty, “a young naturalist who inspires with joy” (The New York Times) Nature is all around us to see, hear, and touch—in the leafy woods, by the sparkling water, or simply out the window. What will you discover? A chattering jay hiding an acorn, a butterfly with camouflaged wings? Perhaps a brilliant red feather you’ll carry home and tie to your journey stick, to remember. Lavishly illustrated by Barry Falls, this oversize book invites children outdoors on every kind of adventure, from counting the species in an oak tree to searching the riverbed for aquatic dragonfly nymphs. With wonder and poetry, color and curiosity, Wild Child will stir the hearts of readers young and old alike. Ideal for kids ages 7 to 11 Explore the garden, woods, meadow, and other nearby habitats Read all about the wonders of nature, from migration to metamorphosis Make your own bird feeder, terrarium, and more fun nature crafts Spot local creatures—from chickadees to caddisflies—and learn what makes them special! Publisher’s note: This US edition of Wild Child is revised to feature plants and animals found in North America.

Wild Child: 101 Thoughts On Nature by Chad Von Dette captures the symbiotic relationship shared between humans and nature, and why it is important to be in tandem with the Universe. The book gives good life lessons that will motivate and inspire readers to embrace positivity and take advantage of all that Mother Nature has provided. Spending time with nature will help bring determination and develop an ability to listen at a deeper level. The author's words are a good way to reflect so that readers can make better choices and alter the course of their lives. The book is a good tool to make readers aware of their surroundings and become inspired and motivated.The approach to the topic is spiritual, innovative, and unique and that makes Wild Child an interesting book to read and have in a personal library so it can be re-read. Chad Von Dette's words are simple and crisp. The black and white sketches and images to go with each subject make the book appealing to readers. Diverse emotions and various subjects have been discussed in an engaging way, helping readers to go on a journey of self-discovery and focus their attention on having a goal and working to achieve it. Books like this are not only insightful but also uplifting and thought-provoking. Wild Child: 101 Thoughts On Nature is a good way to discover various things about nature as well as the self. It will also help learning and growth and pave the road to long-lasting peace and happiness.

An intuitive and inspiring study of childhood and the joy and wonder to be found in neighbourhood nature, from one of our finest nature writers.

Immerse yourself in the wilderness. Be wild, child. Featuring a diverse set of child characters, this simple book reminds us to appreciate and thrive within our connections to nature. In different environments, the young characters take the lead to find their own adventure. Each page is lovingly illustrated to portray nature scenes, with its effects on a child's imagination and heart. This story will be one to treasure and read again and again with your own wild child. This storybook is perfect from birth through the early reading years. It is a square 8.5" size, wonderful for little hands to grasp and turn its pages.