Uncover fascinating stories about nature''s cycles with this nature book for kids aged 5-7. In Nature Explained , art and science blend together in a fascinating visual tour of more than 20 nature cycles. Discover how trees lose their leaves, what makes flowers bloom, why seeds travel and many more incredible processes. Split into six sections - trees, leaves, flowers, seeds, mushrooms and seasons - the book''s spreads present different scenes and explain the stories of nature, from pollination to photosynthesis and germination to decomposition, in a simple way. Anatomical profiles feature at the start of each section to give a broad overview to each chapter, and feature detailed diagrams and dissections for children to pour over.

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Helen Brown is an author and editor based in London. She studied English Literature at the University of Sussex before moving into children's books. She now spends her time researching and writing about all kinds of topics for children - from ancient worlds to magical woodlands. Her books have been translated into over 15 languages. When she's not at her desk, you can usually find her running with her dog on Hampstead Heath or volunteering with Literacy Pirates aboard a real-life pirate ship.

Based in London, freelance illustrator Claire Scully works in pen, ink and digital, with a heavy focus on drawing. Her work explores a variety of themes including nature and the environment. Her clients include Penguin Random House, Harper Collins, the National Maritime Museum, the New York Times and Adidas.

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Uncover fascinating stories about nature's cycles with this nature book for kids aged 5-7.

In Nature Explained, art and science blend together in a fascinating visual tour of more than 20 nature cycles.

Discover how trees lose their leaves, what makes flowers bloom, why seeds travel and many more incredible processes.

Split into six sections - trees, leaves, flowers, seeds, mushrooms and seasons - the book's spreads present different scenes and explain the stories of nature, from pollination to photosynthesis and germination to decomposition, in a simple way.

Anatomical profiles feature at the start of each section to give a broad overview to each chapter, and feature detailed diagrams and dissections for children to pour over.

"A unique and highly visual approach. . . a good addition to the nature section." - School Library Journal