Over and Under the Rainforest by Kate Messner - Haliburtons & Co.

Over and Under the Rainforest – Kate Messner

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Journey through one of Earth's most magical places

This breathtaking exploration takes readers on an adventure through the Costa Rican rainforest, revealing the incredible wildlife that thrives both beneath the forest floor and high in the emerald canopy above. Following a child and their uncle on a hiking trail, discover the wonder hidden among twisted roots, above winding rivers, and under the vast green leaves.

From the slender parrot snake coiled on branches to the brilliant blue morpho butterfly dancing through shafts of sunlight, every page unveils new marvels. Listen as toucans and pale-billed woodpeckers chatter overhead whilst capuchin monkeys swing through vines and slow-moving sloths patiently wait out thunderstorms. Christopher Silas Neal's stunning mixed-media illustrations bring the lush landscape to life with remarkable detail and artistry.

Part of the critically acclaimed Over and Under series, this award-winning collaboration between author Kate Messner and illustrator Christopher Silas Neal combines lyrical storytelling with scientific accuracy. The book includes detailed back matter featuring twenty rainforest animals and further reading suggestions, making it perfect for curious minds eager to explore more.

Suitable for children aged 5 years and up

Further Information

What's Included: 48-page hardcover book with detailed back matter featuring 20 rainforest animals and further reading suggestions.

Setting: Based on the Costa Rican rainforest.

Illustrations: Mixed-media artwork by Christopher Silas Neal.

Series: Part of the critically acclaimed Over and Under series.

Care Instructions: Store in a dry place away from direct sunlight.

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Awards & Recognition: Part of critically acclaimed series, Kirkus Reviews starred review, Wall Street Journal recommended.

About the Author: Kate Messner is an award-winning author whose books have been selected as Best Books by the New York Times, Junior Library Guild, IndieBound, and Bank Street College of Education. Her work encourages children to wonder and explore the natural world. She lives on Lake Champlain with her family.

About the Illustrator: Christopher Silas Neal is the award-winning artist behind the entire Over and Under series. A Mexican/European-American artist, his work has been published in numerous books and magazines and featured on television. His mixed-media illustrations capture the magic and mystery of the natural world. He lives with his family in Brooklyn, New York.

Product Specifications

SKU: 9781452169408

Brand: Kate Messner

Age Range: 5 years and up

Dimensions: 20.8 x 30.7cm

Pages: 48

Weight: 363g

Key Features: Award-winning series, mixed-media illustrations, educational back matter, Costa Rica setting

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Award Winning and Beautifully Illustrated

Expert Recommended

Made To Treasure

Why we chose it

There's something magical about the way Messner and Neal reveal the hidden worlds that exist right alongside us. The rainforest setting is particularly captivating, with Neal's illustrations creating an almost immersive experience. It makes children feel like genuine explorers, discovering secrets that most adults would walk right past. It's nature writing at its finest.

Chronicle Books

Independent San Francisco publisher creating exceptional illustrated books since 1967. From their headquarters in an old maritime warehouse, they consider every detail of design and production – asking how each book feels in your hands and what special touches make it an object children and families will treasure.

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