Books like A Seed Takes Root
Award winning
Bees
Grace Hansen, 2014
24 pages
Why to read
Educational content on bees’ role in our ecosystem.
Vibrant illustrations to captivate young readers’ imagination.
Simple, informative text suitable for early learners.
Encourages environmental awareness and conservation from young age.
Bees
Grace Hansen, 2014
Award winning
Natures
Karen Hosack, 2004
32 pages
Why to read
Explores wonders of nature through enchanting narratives.
Encourages environmental awareness and curiosity in young minds.
Supports developmental milestones with engaging content.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
Natures
Karen Hosack, 2004
Award winning
Little Life Cycles: Pip
Maggie Li, 2022
28 pages
Why to read
Introduces basic biology concepts through engaging storytelling.
Fosters curiosity about nature and animal life cycles.
Supports early developmental milestones in understanding science.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Little Life Cycles: Pip
Maggie Li, 2022
Award winning
I Like Bees, I Don’t Like Honey!
Fiona Lumbers, Sam Bishop, 2018
32 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations spark creativity and visual engagement.
Encourages appreciation of nature and individual preferences.
Simple, rhythmic text suitable for early readers.
Highlights self-expression and personal choice.
I Like Bees, I Don’t Like Honey!
Fiona Lumbers, Sam Bishop, 2018
Award winning
If You Find a Rock
Peggy Christian, unknown author, 2000
32 pages
Why to read
Explores nature through engaging, hands-on discovery.
Encourages curiosity and appreciation for the environment.
Beautifully illustrated, capturing the essence of exploration.
Ideal for interactive parent-child reading sessions.
If You Find a Rock
Peggy Christian, unknown author, 2000
Award winning
Who's in the Garden?
Naomi Russell, 1999
25 pages
Why to read
Interactive peek-through pages stimulate visual perception.
Encourages curiosity about nature and outdoor environments.
Supports early learning of animal and plant identification.
Fosters parent-child bonding through shared reading.
Who's in the Garden?
Naomi Russell, 1999
Monsters In My GArden
Mr Matt B Lewis, Anthea Lewis, 2016
32 pages
Why to read
Sparks creativity with vibrant, imaginative monster illustrations.
Encourages bravery and problem-solving in everyday situations.
Strengthens reading skills through engaging, accessible text.
Supports emotional development by managing fears constructively.
Monsters In My GArden
Mr Matt B Lewis, Anthea Lewis, 2016
Award winning
Seasons: First Foil Poetry Haikus
Ida Ageledis, Michelle Berg, 2003
10 pages
Why to read
Explores nature’s beauty through simple, evocative haikus.
Enhances vocabulary with rich, descriptive language.
Fosters appreciation for changing seasons and natural cycles.
Encourages mindfulness and reflection in young readers.
