The Children's Book of Wildlife Watching

Tips for Spotting Nature Outdoors

Author Dan Rouse
Illustrated by Abby Cook
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 to help. Whether you love nature, enjoy gardening, or simply want to do your bit to help local wildlife, this delightful book is full of practical information and fun activities.

Soon you will know all about mammals, creepy-crawlies, amphibians, reptiles, and birds, and their needs. Watch as they visit your local area! How many animals can you spot?
Dan Rouse is a passionate wildlife conservationist and ornithologist and is the author of DK’s How to Attract Birds to Your Garden. Growing up on the South Wales coastline, she developed a passion for coastal birds and wildlife. Dan is widely respected in the birding and Welsh community for her ornithological and conservational work. She currently writes for Swansea’s Bay Magazine, features frequently on BBC Radio Wales/Radio Cymru, and presents videos on wildlife and wildlife science for S4C Hansh.

Dr. Stephanie Schuttler is a wildlife biologist, science communicator, author, and entrepreneur. She has nearly 20 years of experience studying the behavior, conservation, and ecology of mammals across the world, and people’s perspectives toward the wildlife. She founded FancyScientist.com, dedicated to connecting people to science and nature, breaking stereotypes, and mentoring aspiring wildlife professionals. You can also find her on television on the Science Channel’s What on Earth and the History Channel’s The Proof Is Out There. View titles by Dan Rouse

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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 to help. Whether you love nature, enjoy gardening, or simply want to do your bit to help local wildlife, this delightful book is full of practical information and fun activities.

Soon you will know all about mammals, creepy-crawlies, amphibians, reptiles, and birds, and their needs. Watch as they visit your local area! How many animals can you spot?

Author

Dan Rouse is a passionate wildlife conservationist and ornithologist and is the author of DK’s How to Attract Birds to Your Garden. Growing up on the South Wales coastline, she developed a passion for coastal birds and wildlife. Dan is widely respected in the birding and Welsh community for her ornithological and conservational work. She currently writes for Swansea’s Bay Magazine, features frequently on BBC Radio Wales/Radio Cymru, and presents videos on wildlife and wildlife science for S4C Hansh.

Dr. Stephanie Schuttler is a wildlife biologist, science communicator, author, and entrepreneur. She has nearly 20 years of experience studying the behavior, conservation, and ecology of mammals across the world, and people’s perspectives toward the wildlife. She founded FancyScientist.com, dedicated to connecting people to science and nature, breaking stereotypes, and mentoring aspiring wildlife professionals. You can also find her on television on the Science Channel’s What on Earth and the History Channel’s The Proof Is Out There. View titles by Dan Rouse