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11 brilliant rewilding books 20/03/25
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Curious About Crocodiles
Publisher: Flying Eye Books
Did you know that the ancient Egyptians revered a part-man, part-crocodile god called Sobek? Temples were dedicated to him, where sacred crocodiles were bred in special pools. Or the fact that crocodiles’ tough skin is reinforced by bony plates underneath which warm rapidly in the sun, acting like small solar panels? What about the fact that crocodiles have been known to climb trees? One Australian freshwater crocodile was once seen trying to climb a two-metre-high chain link fence.
The latest in Owen Davey’s amazing nature series featuring individual species, Curious About Crocodiles joins Smart About Sharks, Mad About Monkeys and Obsessive About Octopuses, as well as many more brilliant titles.
As ever, Davey’s genius at representing facts and curious details alongside accessible and beautiful graphic design is achieved marvellously, making a fascinating read about these sometimes misunderstood ancient creatures.
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Non-fiction and fact books your child will love (ages 4-8)
There are loads of brilliant non-fiction books that can teach your child about the world, as well as being entertaining, funny and gorgeous to look at. Sometimes non-fiction is also a fantastic way to tempt a reluctant reader into sitting down with a book.
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Great Books Guide 2022: For 8-9 year olds
Here's a round-up of new children's books from the last year (2022), which we think any child aged 8 to 9 will love.
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New books we love in January 2022
Explore our pick of the best children's books in January 2022 – whether it's a scary update on Rumpelstiltskin or a wintry adventure or a guide to journalism and deciphering "fake news".
