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Since this year is the International Year of Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture, I thought I’d begin with a post about fish. Learning about fish is relevant to the biological sciences...

Today it is my pleasure to review a beautiful new picture book The Glint of Gold, written by Kate McGann, illustrated by Patricia Ward and published by Little Pink Dog...

The winners of 2021 ENVIRONMENT AWARD FOR CHILDREN’S LITERATURE have been announced! Recently, I shared with you the shortlist for the Environment Award for Children’s Literature. Today it is my pleasure to...

When I was recently approached by the Wilderness Society to Share information about this year’s Environment Award for Children’s Literature, I didn’t hesitate. I have previously interviewed two authors whose...

Sharing picture books with young children is one of my favourite things. Picture books can fill children’s minds with wonder, curiosity and imagination, and their hearts with love. Picture books...

Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Australian author Alison McLennan and her beautiful picture book Hotel for Bees. About Alison McLennan   Alison McLennan has written three...

Today I am delighted to introduce you to a new publishing company Ethicool Books. When I first heard about Ethicool Books, I was intrigued by the name and the play...

Whether learning at home or at school, there is a world of minibeasts for children to explore, inside and outdoors. Regardless of our feelings towards certain species, all are important...

Today it is my pleasure to introduce you to Diana Harley as we discuss her three beautiful picture books that are perfect for sharing at springtime, or any time. Here...

September has almost arrived, bringing spring to the Southern Hemisphere. I always enjoy spring when the world seems to brighten, and gardens fill with flowers, insects, birds and other small...

As we step into the second half of 2020, I hope you continue to stay well and happy. So many changes occurred during the first half of the year and...

In this post, I am sharing a video by Jane Goodall Sowing the Seeds of Hope. In a previous post, I shared some insights by the ACT Scientist of the...