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In a world where children are increasingly exposed to worries about the future (from climate change to endangered animals and deforestation) it’s no surprise that many young people are beginning to experience what Chris Packham calls ‘eco‑anxiety’. While the challenges facing our planet can feel overwhelming, ‘Nature Is the Answer’ offers its readers reassurance, hope and practical tools to help children navigate their worries.

This book brings together short stories, real‑life anecdotes and fascinating facts to inspire and uplift its readers. Chris Packham blends activities, scientific insights and powerful examples from around the world to show children that their concerns can be transformed into positive action. The book teaches strategies to help young people manage their feelings and channel them into something constructive.

The book is filled with engaging illustrations, simple toolkits and bite‑sized sections that make it easy to dip into little and often. It’s exactly the kind of gentle positivity so many young people need in today’s fast‑changing world. This is a perfect read for any child who cares about the planet and has worries about its future.

Join CHRIS PACKHAM on an epic exploration of the animal kingdom in this ultimate animal treasury.

Our world is home to billions of animal species, and each one has its own remarkable way of life. Discover the extraordinary places that animals live, how they look after their families, and the incredible journeys that take them huge distances across our planet – all brought vividly to life by your own expert guide.

For the very first time, all three books in Chris Packham and Jason Cockcroft’s Amazing Animal series have been brought together to create the perfect animal treasury for young nature lovers aged 3+.

Get ready to meet some fascinating animals and find out all about their incredible homes in this beautiful and informative non-fiction picture book written by wildlife expert and BBC presenter Chris Packham.

Just like us, animals need a place to call home. From a beaver’s dam and a honey bee’s hive to a red ovenbird’s nest and a snail’s shell, explore the amazing homes of some incredible creatures from all over the world.

Uncover extra information about these fascinating animals in the Find Out More section at the back of the book. An excellent source of expert wildlife information for all young nature lovers, this animal book is the perfect introduction to the natural world for children.

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