This nonfiction title is written with multi-levelled readers in mind, with each chapter beginning with a photograph and a simplified large-print introduction. Created as a guide to wildlife commonly found in our urban environments, the text features hands-on experiments and observations entwined with sidebar extension activities called “Insider Info” and encouraging words to “Dive Deep.” The text opens with a discussion of equipment needs, such as binoculars and specimen containers, plus important safety tips for being around animals and plants. This is an excellent guide for outdoor education pursuits in the reader’s own neighbourhood, with clear directions for a variety of STEM and art projects. The author includes an explanation of what an index is and how to use it to direct readers to their own areas of interest. The book lacks subheadings, any highlighting or bolding of key vocabulary, and captions for the photographs. This book was originally published in German.

Images: Colour photographs, Colour illustrations
Bibliography: No
Index: Yes

Source: Books BC - BC Books for Schools

Peter Wohlleben is the author of several books about the natural world, including The Hidden Life of Trees, The Inner Life of Animals, and The Heartbeat of Trees. His books for children include Can You Hear the Trees Talking?, Do You Know Where the Animals Live?, and Peter and the Tree Children. A longtime former forester, Wohlleben runs a forest academy in Germany that supports sustainable forest management and teaches adults and children about the many wonders of the forest.

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Jane Billinghurst holds an M.A. in German and Philosophy from Oxford University and is the author of numerous nonfiction books, including Temptress: From the Original Bad Girls to Women on Top. She is also an editor and has been the director of Simon Fraser University's Summer Book Editing Workshop. She lives in Anacortes, Washington, where she can often be found tending her foxgloves and forget-me-nots or relaxing in a garden chair.

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• Long-listed, Green Earth Book Award

“Wohlleben takes your readers in urban areas on a nature tour right outside their doors…stunning…an excellent choice."
—School Library Journal

"This friendly, interactive guide features activities of various difficulty levels and fascinating pieces of information intermingled with emotive, action-filled photographs of diverse people along with simple but adorable illustrations. . . The activities incorporate STEM concepts in fun, inexpensive ways. . . Ample education and enjoyment for readers who already love nature and much to spark interest for newcomers."
—Kirkus Reviews

"Enlightening."
—School Library Connection

Praise for Can You Hear the Trees Talking? by Peter Wohlleben

WINNER OF THE AAAS/SUBARU PRIZE FOR EXCELLENCE IN SCIENCE BOOKS

"A forest's worth of appealing sidebars, pop-up quizzes with fascinating statistics, and colorful photographs add to a strong subtext: Forest preservation is not just important, but imperative. A tree-treatise treat."
—STARRED Kirkus Review

"[Can You Hear the Trees Talking?] is an outstanding introduction into the world of trees. Highly recommended for students of science, environment, and ecology."
—School Library Journal STARRED Review

Praise for Do You Know Where the Animals Live? by Peter Wohlleben

"I absolutely love this book. Children of all ages-and adults too-will be fascinated and motivated to go out and explore the wonders of the animal kingdom in their area. Every family should have a copy and every school library one or more. In fact, Do You Know Where Animals Live? should be part of the curriculum."
—Jane Goodall

"Smart, fun, funny, and fact-packed, [Do You Know Where the Animals Live?] is an irresistible introduction to the endlessly enchanting lives of our fellow creatures."
—Sy Montgomery, author of The Soul of an Octopus