The Big Book of Belonging

The Big Book of Belonging is for all the children who like to climb trees, run barefoot, splash in paddles, search for bugs, sing with the birds, taste snowflakes and count the stars. By placing children at the heart of the natural world, the book celebrates our connection with planet Earth and reveals the often surprising similarities between humans, animals and plants.

Illustrated in Yuval Zommer's inimitable style and packed with quirky natural history facts, readers will discover that sea otters hold hands just like humans do; hermit crabs have homes; and that butterflies also have bedtimes. They'll learn that just as humans have unique fingerprints, zebras have different stripes, cowrie shells have distinct spots and that no two snowflakes are identical.

The book's uplifting message will inspire environmentalists young and old alike – we all belong to nature, and nature belongs to us all.

About the Author

Yuval Zommer graduated from the Royal College of Art with an MA in Illustration. He worked as a creative director at leading advertising agencies before becoming the author and illustrator of highly acclaimed non-fiction. Yuval's stunning "Big Book of..." series encourages children to explore and care for our natural world. The series has now been published in 25 languages and has won and been shortlisted for numerous awards internationally.

Reviews

"[An] oversized feast for the senses... By the turn of the last page... readers will be eager to mindfully consider and engage with the natural world around them... Sumptuous illustrations... Highly recommended for use in the science classroom or to support social studies discussion about communities and the world around us." —Children's Literature

"Every page is beautiful… the pictures of children and animals show the love and respect which Zommer offers them. There is great integrity and coherence in the exploration of complex ideas with simplicity and enthusiasm" —The School Librarian

Dimensions: 23 x 34 cm