In spring, frogs croak, in summer, bees buzz, colorful leaves usher in autumn, and in winter, we follow animal tracks in the snow – there is so much to marvel at when a child consciously experiences nature for the first time.
 
"My First Big Book of Nature" is extraordinary in every respect. It is full of poetry and packed with information, observations, and notes. It reminds us that the wonders of nature begin right on our doorstep, just waiting to be discovered.

Nicola Davies, author and biologist, wrote the knowledgeable yet empathetic texts, and Mark Hearld, a new talent in children's book illustration, succeeded in capturing the overwhelming beauty of nature in images.

Nicola Davies, an award-winning author and qualified zoologist, worked in the BBC's natural science editorial department.

Recommended age: 6 years and up