The Magic and Mystery of Nature Collection

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Gorgeously illustrated books about nature for young animal and conservation enthusiasts Enter the magical worlds of land, sea, and sky and meet the incredible creatures and plants that make their homes there. Containing four titles; The Magic and Mystery of Trees, The Book of Brilliant Bugs, Earth's Incredible Oceans, and The Frozen Worlds, this box set features the brilliant kingdom of insects, the secret life of Earth's polar regions, the science of trees, and the incredible oceans on this planet. These books will take young readers on a journey of discovery, as they learn all about the astonishing environments on Earth, from which animals live there to how we can contribute to conservation efforts. The Magic and Mystery of Trees Learn about the amazing natural science of trees and just how special these mighty organisms are. The Book of Brilliant Bugs Enter the kingdom of bugs with insects, arachnids, worms, and molluscs crawling across the pages of this colourful bug book. Earth's Incredible Oceans From glowing jellyfish to deep sea dwellers, this colourful book will help young ones discover the incredible secret world of life under the sea. The Frozen Worlds The Frozen Worlds takes children on a fascinating sub-zero journey, showing them just how amazing Earth's poles are and how we can protect them from the issues facing them today.

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Claire McElfatrick is a former greetings card designer who now works on children's books. Her gorgeous illustrations can be seen in all the titles in this series. Her enchanting, detailed illustrations are woven in with photographs to create an effective, accurate image for children. For The Magic and Mystery of Trees Dr Jen Green is a writer and editor mainly specializing in geography, history, nature / environment and social issues. She also writes on science, human body, survival, art and artists. She has written over 250 published books, mostly for children aged 5-15 but also for adults. For The Book of Brilliant Bugs and Earth's Incredible Oceans Jess French is an insect expert, nature lover, TV presenter, author, and qualified vet who loves visiting her Dad's bug farm. She is known for her show on CBeebies, called 'Minibeast Adventure with Jess', which encourages children to explore the outdoors and get to know the bugs around them. Her previous DK book, What a Waste, tackles the subject of sustainability for children. She is a keen conservationist and has a strong passion for the animal world. For The Frozen Worlds Jason Bittel is a science writer based in Pennsylvania, USA. He writes mostly about animals, and is passionate about getting people to connect with the wonder around them. He writes for publications including National Geographic, The Washington Post, and The New York Times, and has written a children's book, How to Talk to a Tiger... And Other Animals.