With the nights getting longer, this is a perfect book to share at bedtime. Not only does it remind us of the colour and warmth of the natural world, but the stories, gathered from across the globe and with lovely colour illustrations by Anja Sušanj, are just right for reading aloud.
LoveReading4Kids
For young readers, the natural world is a place of wonder and here, in this beautiful collection of stories from around the globe, they will discover a wealth of folktales and myths inspired by the wide range of animals and plants that exist alongside us [...] A fabulous read.
Mrs Sydney's Famous World's Smallest Library
This beautiful collection of nature tales is just the ticket [...] it's sure to enchant and inspire children of all ages. Beautifully illustrated, it opens up the wonder of nature to young readers - the perfect antidote to the modern world, as well as a wonderful way to make memories that will last a lifetime.
Woman & Home
With a cloth cover and foil accents, this stunning book would make an excellent gift for 7-9-year-old children.
- Tom Tolkien, School Reading List
Anja Sušanj's colourful and intricate illustrations enhance the lyrical text, bringing the animals and plants to life for the readers. Each story in Nature Tales is around 4-6 pages long, making them ideal for reading aloud in classroom or library storytime sessions. Even better - try reading them outside, in the very nature they celebrate. Nature Tales: An Anthology of Seasonal Stories from Around the World is a beautifully presented collection of fables that will appeal to young nature lovers.
School Reading List
This book is a treasure trove, literally a treasury of stories, ones that, along with the physical book itself, you will find yourselves treasuring for years to come and retelling too.
Armadillo Newsletter
Casey's assured, understated retellings are complemented by Sušanj's enticing full-colour illustrations.
- Imogen Russell Williams, The Guardian
A treasury of stories inspires by the wonders of nature.
The Week Junior
Perfect for bedtime stories or reading independently [...] gorgeous.
Bev Humphreys
Produktdetaljer
Om bidragsyterne
Dawn Casey (Author)Dawn's work is inspired by her deep love of nature, her respect for the tales of old, and her delight in the wonder of the world. Her collection The Barefoot Book of Earth Tales won the Gold Nautilus Award for books that 'support conscious living, green values, spiritual growth and positive social change.' Dawn lives with her family, on the South Downs of Sussex.
Anja Sušanj (Illustrator)
Anja is an award-winning illustrator working from a one-woman studio in Croatia. Anja's love of slavic lore and nature has infused her artwork with whimsical details. Anja won the Derwent Art Prize 2016 and has worked for clients including, Flying Eye Books, Nosy Crow, Ladybird Books and HuffPost.