Explore: Small Creatures is more than just an activity book; it is a gateway to the hidden wilderness of the backyard. This guide transforms a simple walk in the park into a scientific expedition, perfect for budding entomologists and curious home learners.
Did you know butterflies can taste with their feet? And worms breathe through their skin!
This book is perfect for curious little minds as it prioritises active discovery. It bridges the gap between traditional literacy and outdoor STEM learning.
It features a child-friendly layout that is easy for small hands to draw and write on. The interactive elements, such as the tick-off checklists and dedicated spaces to record locations and descriptions, make it easy for children of all ages to jump straight in and start exploring. The inclusion of classic puzzles—wordsearches, crosswords, and dot-to-dots—ensures the learning continues indoors, providing a well-rounded experience regardless of the weather.
The activities aim to support outdoor learning, whether in a classroom setting, home learning or just a fun weekend activity, the activities will help children develop their understanding on small creatures and their habits. Learning some unique facts along the way!
There is also a focus on local “back-garden” wildlife to prove you don’t need to travel far to appreciate biodiversity. This local focus reduces the “nature deficit” in children and fosters a lifelong respect for the environment and the tiny creatures that sustain our ecosystems.
So why not use this book to guide you and go on your own small creature discovery? Search your garden or even the parks for these wonderful little creatures, from dragonflies to woodlice, you never know what you might find.
Go see how many you can find (and don’t forget to tick them off once you find them)!
Developed by seasoned educational publisher L J Townsend and edited by Dr. Amy Strachan (UCL Lecturer in Primary Education), the content is pedagogically sound. It doesn’t just list facts; it encourages children to document their findings, fostering observation skills and scientific inquiry.
