Nature's Tiny Champions - Haliburtons & Co.

Phaidon Press

Nature's Tiny Champions

£16.95

Beautifully Illustrated
Made To Treasure

Discover the extraordinary power of nature's smallest heroes

This captivating oversized nature book shines a spotlight on the animal kingdom's most unlikely heroes – the tiny creatures whose roles are just as vital as their larger counterparts. From the nocturnal dung beetle and cape dwarf chameleon to the golden poison frog, bumblebee bat, and bee hummingbird, twenty fascinating animals reveal how even the smallest insects, invertebrates, amphibians, reptiles, mammals, and birds play crucial roles in migration, food chains, and pollination.

Written by multi-award-winning author Ben Lerwill, whose work has been shortlisted for the Wainwright Prize for Children's Nature Writing, each "super-small superhero" is brought to life through vibrant illustrations by Nic Jones. The book's generous format allows young readers to see these subjects in stunning detail, with life-size diagrams offering a clear sense of scale and revealing each creature's unique attributes.

What makes this book truly special is how it celebrates these miniature miracle-workers as champions – the honeybee as a champion of teamwork, the reef sea star as a keystone species. Filled with fun, bite-size facts and informal, engaging writing, it's an inspiring celebration that shows children how being small doesn't mean being insignificant.

Suitable for children aged 6-9 years.

Pages: 48 pages with 48 illustrations

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Further Information

What's Included: Hardback book with life-size creature diagrams and detailed habitat illustrations

Author: Ben Lerwill, multi-award-winning children's author and freelance writer for National Geographic Traveller, The Sunday Times, and BBC Travel

Illustrator: Nic Jones, professional illustrator known for Earth Clock: The History of Our Planet in 24 Hours

Educational Value:

Introduces concepts of biodiversity and ecosystem interdependence
Develops understanding of scale through life-size comparisons
Builds vocabulary around natural phenomena and conservation
Encourages observation skills and environmental awareness

Awards & Recognition:

Author shortlisted for Wainwright Prize for Children's Nature Writing
National Geographic Kids' Magazine 'Book of the Month'
Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

Special Features:

Life-size diagrams showing actual scale of each creature
Over 40 examples of tiny creatures with their superpowers
Oversized format for detailed viewing
Informal, engaging writing style perfect for read-alouds

Product Specifications

ISBN: 9781838668488

Title: Nature's Tiny Champions: The Big Book of Little Creatures Doing Mighty Things

Author: Ben Lerwill

Illustrator: Nic Jones

Publisher: Phaidon

Age Range: 6-10 years

Format: Hardcover

Pages: 48 pages

Key Features: 20 fascinating animals, life-size diagrams, oversized format, 48 illustrations, covers migration, food chains, and pollination

Delivery & Returns

We deliver throughout the United Kingdom.

Standard Delivery: £3.95 Your order will arrive within 2-4 working days via Royal Mail Tracked 48.

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Our Promise to You

We want every gift to bring joy. If something isn't quite right, we're here to help make it better. You have 30 days after receiving your order to return any item – plenty of time to see how it fits into your family's world.

How Returns Work

Getting started is simple: Contact us at hello@haliburtons.com or use the chat feature on our website, and we'll guide you through everything. No forms, no fuss – just a friendly conversation about how we can help.

What we need: Your item should be in the same lovely condition it arrived in – unused, with any tags, and in its original packaging. We'll also need your order number or receipt.

Send it back: Once we've arranged your return, we'll email you a free prepaid return label and clear instructions.

Questions?

Our UK-based team is here to help at hello@haliburtons.com. or through the chat feature on our website.

Why we like it

There's something deeply satisfying about discovering that the smallest creatures often have the biggest impact – it's a message that resonates with children. It's the kind of book that sparks "did you know?" conversations and sends you outside with a magnifying glass, suddenly noticing the incredible world happening right under your feet.

Phaidon Press

For over 95 years, Phaidon Press has brought exceptional design and editorial excellence to books that inspire wonder. Their children's collection reflects the same commitment to quality that has made them one of the world's most respected publishers. Through thoughtful collaborations with leading illustrators and specialists, they create books that respect young readers' intelligence while making complex subjects beautifully accessible. Every Phaidon book is designed to be treasured, encouraging repeated discovery and lifelong learning.

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