Books about rewilding

This selection of brilliant books encompasses fiction and non-fiction, saving animals and planting trees

Rewilding is a crucial part of conservation and saving the planet. It’s important to include this in conversations about the environment with children, not least because of its positive effects.

This selection of brilliant books encompasses fiction and non-fiction, saving animals and planting trees.

  • The Wolf Wilder

    by Katherine Rundell 

    2016 0 to years 

    • Adventure
    • Around the world
    • Historical

    When the murderous hostility of the Russian Army threatens her very existence, Feo is left with no option but to go on the run. What follows is a story of revolution and adventure, about standing up for the things you love and fighting back. And, of course, wolves.

  • The Bison and the Butterfly

    by Alice Hemming, illustrated by Nancy Leschnikoff 

    2024 4 to 6 years 

    • Picture books

    Bison learns how vital she is to the woodland, and to fellow creatures like Butterfly. Based on a real rewilding project in Kent, this charming picture book is sweet and surprisingly informative. 

  • Omar, the Bees and Me

    by Helen Mortimer, illustrated by Katie Cottle 

    2021 4 to 9 years 

    • Picture books

    With a perfect balance of fact and narrative, this heartwarming picture book will engage and delight young children, and inspire them to encourage bees into their own outdoor spaces.

  • Mrs Noah’s Garden

    by Jackie Morris, illustrated by James Mayhew 

    2020 4 to 6 years 

    • Adventure
    • Around the world
    • Picture books

    Inspired by the biblical tale of Noah’s Ark, the central character in this charming picture book is the strong, compassionate and quietly determined figure of Mrs Noah, who is determined to create a beautiful garden once the Ark reaches dry land.

  • When the Bees Buzzed Off!

    by Lula Bell, illustrated by Stephen Bennett 

    2018 4 to 9 years 

    • Adventure
    • Funny
    • Interactive
    • Picture books

    This fabulous lift-the-flap book subtly encourages everyone to plant lots of bee-friendly flowers and is a fun-filled introduction to conservation for young children.

  • Wild Planet The Inspiring Life and Wisdom of Sir David Attenborough

    by Hayley Rocco and John Rocco 

    2024 9 to 12 years 

    • Historical
    • Non-fiction
    • Picture books

    This wonderful picture book highlights the work of David Attenborough, a national treasure, and carries an important message about rewilding and conservation.  

  • Poppy Goes Wild

    by Nick Powell, illustrated by Becca Hall 

    2021 6 to 12 years 

    Poppy loves listening to her grandpa’s stories of the wildlife that used to make his farm their home – but modern farming techniques and pesticides have made it impossible for them to survive there. Poppy learns all about rewilding and decides to bring nature back to the farm.

  • The Last Wolf

    by Sir Michael Morpurgo, illustrated by Michael Foreman 

    2003 6 to 12 years 

    • Adventure
    • Classics

    Powerful illustrations underline this captivating tale of loyalty and bravery.

  • Wilding

    by Isabella Tree, illustrated by Angela Harding 

    2024 9 to 12 years 

    • Non-fiction

    A beautifully illustrated non-fiction book which tells the important story of the rewilding of the Knepp Estate 

  • Rewild: Can Nature Heal Our World?

    by Ben Martynoga, illustrated by Moose Allain 

    2024 9 to 12+ years 

    • Non-fiction

    Positive, informative non-fiction book on Rewilding  

  • Rewild the World at Bedtime

    by Emily Hawkins, illustrated by Ella Beech 

    2024 9 to 12 years 

    • Around the world
    • Non-fiction
    • Picture books

    The positive stories of real-world rewilding projects in this lavishly illustrated giftbook show how, with a little help from the right people, the natural world can be encouraged to flourish as it used to. 

  • 100 Things to Know About Saving the Planet

    by Alice James, Jerome Martin, Rose Hall, Tom Mumbray and Jessica Greenwell 

    2020 9 to 12+ years 

    • Non-fiction
  • Saving Sorya: Chang and the Sun Bear

    by Trang Nguyen, illustrated by Jeet Zdung 

    2022 9 to 12 years 

    • Adventure
    • Around the world
    • Graphic novels

    Based on a true story, this stunning graphic novel follows Chang as she fights to protect her local forests and wildlife, and rewild a young sun bear, Sorya, who was captured by poachers as a cub.