Spring 2026

Nature

Our Physical World and the Extraordinary Life Within

  • Interest Level: Grade 1 - Grade 3
  • Reading Level: Grade 2

Our planet is teeming with unique natural wonders, from tiny insects that keep the ecosystem in balance to awe-inspiring mountains rising above us.

Explore the science behind nature in a fun and curious way, showcased in stunning, illustrated scenes. Discover fascinating facts, including:

  • Why insects are sometimes plants’ best friends
  • How scientists know what dinosaurs looked like
  • How fungi can network and send messages
  • How habitats are being affected by climate change

…and much more! Journey through four key parts of nature, including the physical features that make our planet unique, weird and wonderful plant species, remarkable animals with clever adaptations, and diverse habitats around the world. Beautifully bound with wide appeal, it’s a high-interest read highlighting everything from the water cycle to the seasons and weather and more! With fun, accessible, bite-size text, it’s buzzing with life and will be a book to keep.

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978-1-916598-65-2
On pre-order until 04/07/2026
$19.99
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Interest Level Grade 1 - Grade 3
Reading Level Grade 2
Genre Science
Category 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Browseable Nonfiction
Copyright 2026
Publisher Hungry Tomato Ltd.
Imprint Beetle Books
Language English
Number of Pages 64
Publication Date 2026-04-07
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS JNF051080, JNF051100, JNF016000
Dimensions 9.5 x 12
Features Activities, Glossary, Index, and Table of contents

Author: Olivia Watson

Olivia Watson is a writer based in Cornwall in the South West of England. She is passionate about nature and loves exploring the coast. An avid reader, she always has her head in a book!

Illustrator: Tjarda Borsboom

Tjarda Borsboom is a talented Dutch artist with a special love for flowers, plants, trees, and nature. Her work is filled with textures and lots of details to engage children as they explore her world.