The Wonder Garden

by Jenny Broom

Hardcover, 2015

Status

Available

Call number

590

Publication

Frances Lincoln Ltd (2015), 48 pages

Description

Open the gates of the Wonder Garden to explore five of Earth's most extraordinary habitats, each filled with incredible creatures and epic scenery. Trek through the Amazon Rainforest, travel to the Chihuahuan Desert, dive in the Great Barrier Reef, delve deep into the Black Forest and stand on the roof of the world - the Himalayan Mountains - to see nature at its wildest.

User reviews

LibraryThing member Jlporrata75
This lavished illustrated book is about exploring 5 different habitats of the world. Each habitat is covered on the book with three sections: one on general information about the habitat, and two others about two different groups of animals that live in that particular ecosystem. The size and cover
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of the book are totally eye-catchers for any children and adult alike. It features a golden door printed with golden ink “indentations” (felt by touch), where animals in colors explode from all directions. The illustrations are exuberant and elegant, making the access to the scientific knowledge of these regions of the world in a fun and exciting way. After this journey love for nature and science in young readers is a given.
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LibraryThing member Maydacat
I’m not sure this book is really intended for children: it is so filled with majestic illustrations it will appeal to all ages. Children, especially younger ones, are likely to be over-whelmed by sensory overload. This oversized book is brim-full of magnificent drawings that you do, indeed, have
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to see to believe. The text is informative and works well with the illustrations. The book is correctly named – it is a wonder.
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Language

Original language

English

Physical description

13.82 inches

ISBN

1847806473 / 9781847806475

Local notes

'Wander Through the World's Wildest Habitats and Discover More Than 80 Amazing Animals'.
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