Have you ever wondered what your cat is trying to tell you when they behave in a certain way? Do you want to know what makes a cat happy and how to tell if they are ok? Written by Japan’s leading cat doctor, Dr. Yuki Hattori, What Cats Want combines clear, practical advice with charming […]
Birds in the Ancient World by Jeremy Mynott Published by Oxford University Press – £16.99 (new to paperback) Jeremy Mynott’s fascinating book explores the many different roles birds played in ancient Greek and Roman civilisations and how they impressed upon the imagination to influence the literature and art of the time. Using quotations from the […]
On the Trail of Wolves by Philippa Forrester Author and TV presenter Philippa Forrester became fascinated with wolves after relocating to the wilds of Wyoming with her nature-loving family. While settling into her new home, the call of the wolves surrounding her cabin ignited a lifelong interest in these beautiful and elusive wild creatures, and […]
It’s Hedgehog Awareness Week and to mark the occasion Seedball has collaborated with People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) to bring you their new Hedgehog Mix – specially created to produce a hedgehog friendly wildflower patch in your garden. All flowers in the mix – a blend of Birdsfoot Trefoil, Poppy, Red Clover, Self Heal, […]
The Pocket Book of Garden Experiments by Helen Pilcher Looking for fun activities to keep the kids amused while staying at home? The Pocket Book of Garden Experiments by Helen Pilcher is packed full of ideas and perfect for families wanting to spend some quality time together. Bring out your inner-scientist, stretch your imagination and […]
Invisible Nature: A secret world beyond our senses By Catherine Barr Illustrated by Anne Wilson If your little ones have inquisitive minds and a love for all things nature, the fascinating new book by Catherine Barr will light up their imaginations. Ever wondered how dolphins find friends and vampire bats locate prey, or why reindeer […]
Max the Miracle Dog by Kerry Irving When a chance encounter with a dog named Max turned Kerry Irving’s life around, things never looked the same again. A traumatic car accident years before had left Kerry with serious injuries, housebound and depressed. But with the help of his new best friend, a future full of hope […]
If your child has a keen interest in the natural world and conservation, they will love this new book by author and illustrator Charlotte Milner. Packed full with fascinating facts about our only flying mammal, The Bat Book contains bold, charming illustrations exploring the amazing upside world of bats. With over 1,300 species found around […]
Online voting is now open for the public to choose their favourite image from this year’s Natural History Museum Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition. Fans of wildlife photography can choose their favourite from 25 images, pre-selected by the Natural History Museum from over 48,000 entries from 100 countries. Shortlisted images are currently on display […]
Through the Animal Kingdom invites young readers on a journey that spans every corner of our planet. From frozen mountain peaks, vast deserts, lush forests, and the deepest, darkest oceans, explore 13 diverse habitats to discover the secret lives of the animals that live there. Track a bald eagle as it soars majestically over the […]
If you would like a gift for the cat lover in your life – or simply crazy about cats yourself – the 2020 calendar by Cat in a Flat would be just purrfect for you… The beautifully illustrated cat-themed calendar is a collaboration between cat-sitting community Cat in a Flat and Axel Scheffler (illustrator of […]
Marwell Zoo in Hampshire has teamed up with Dorset-based Backdoorshoes to create leopard print gardening clogs which not only look good but also raise money for a great cause. Inspired by Marwell’s very own Amur leopard, Kaia, international conservation charity Marwell Wildlife, which operates Marwell Zoo, receives a donation for every pair sold of these super […]
Wildlife photography pulled Paul Williams back from the brink. After years struggling with mental illness, triggered by PTSD while serving as a police officer, Paul discovered the power of photography to improve wellbeing. Finding solace in the natural world, Paul created this enchanting book of beautiful photographs to tell the story of how nature helped […]
Following on from the best-selling An Anthology of Intriguing Animals, author and wildlife journalist Ben Hoare brings us The Wonders of Nature, a beautifully illustrated compendium that, alongside a selection of amazing animals, features plants, rocks, minerals and microorganisms. The hardback book features wonderful designs, photography and imagery to draw children into a world of fascinating facts. […]
The youngest member of the Discover Animals team at two years old had great fun testing out the new ‘Dooballs’ from French brand BabyToLove. The company has specialised in the creation of original and innovative baby products for over 10 years, and the Dooballs aim to stimulate babies and toddlers’ curiosity to catch, manipulate, shake […]
It was a pleasure to review one of HarperCollins recent nature releases, ‘Extraordinary Insects’, by Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson. Published on the Mudlark imprint, the book is wonderfully written and packed with facts about how insects keep the world going. The passion and enthusiasm for the topic that Anne has jumps off the page, and really brings […]
Our world is inhabited by some remarkable creatures. Millions of different species populate every corner of the Earth, each having cleverly adapted to their surroundings over millennia. From the hugely popular Twitter account – @StrangeAnimals – author and bio-scientist Caleb Compton has celebrated these wonders of evolution and marvelled at their extraordinary diversity. Following on […]
Forests are found all over the world in many different climates. From the rainforests of South America to the evergreen in Germany, the mangrove forest in India to the redwood in the USA, a huge variety of animals call the forest their home. In this wonderful hardback book by Robert Hunter, little readers are introduced […]
Oliver Hellowell is a celebrated young wildlife photographer, and quite rightly so because the images he takes of his passion – birds – are stunning. Oliver’s work is sold around the world, winning awards, TV appearances and praise from other professionals. However, what sets Oliver apart from others is that he has Down Syndrome. Having […]
Dragonflies and damselflies have been around since the days of the dinosaurs, with their ancestors the biggest insects ever to exist. Today, they still continue to impress us with their size – the largest bigger than a small hummingbird. More than 6,000 species are known at present and this fascinating book profiles 50 of the […]
The girl who really, really, really loves dinosaurs (Natural History Museum) With its bright colours and simple observations, ‘The girl who really, really loves dinosaurs’ by artist John Hamilton was a hit with my eighteen-month-old, who not only loved spotting the dinosaurs in the book but also the other animals that appear along the way. […]
Noor: Queen of Ranthambhore is a beautiful book featuring a collection of over 200 incredible images of one special tigress taken over a four-year period in Rajasthan, India. Internationally acclaimed photographers Andy Rouse and Aditya “Dicky” Singh were united by a passion for tigers and conservation which led them to embark on a journey to […]
In an age of mass manufactured and unethical fashion, how refreshing to see a new environmentally conscious label emerge – especially one that supports wildlife. Tod Boutique recently came to Discover Animals attention, as not only do they produce great looking organic cotton clothing, but £1 from every purchase is donated directly to Wildlife Aid Foundation […]
The Folio Society publishes beautifully illustrated hardcover books featuring the world’s finest literature. As part of its Christmas collection, children’s favourite Black Beauty has been bound in cloth, embellished with nostalgic illustrations and is presented in a printed slipcase. The Anna Sewell classic, first published nearly 150 years ago, is one of the best-selling and […]
Two rather unusual and quirky wildlife books arrived at Discover Animals HQ this week – and we think they make the perfect half-term holiday read. The first takes a look at some of the weird and wonderful animals that inhabit our planet and explains that, even though they may look peculiar, each oddity serves a […]
