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Flying Eye Books

Weird and Wonderful Ways to Save the Planet

£12.99

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Beetle burgers, poo-powered heating, and bioluminescent bedroom plants. This optimistic book explores genius scientific innovations tackling climate change, showing how these inventions could fit into everyday life.

Science communicator Madeleine Finlay guides readers through familiar settings—breakfast table, bathroom, school, beach—revealing futuristic solutions. Jisu Choi's vibrant infographic illustrations bring each concept to life. Includes practical actions children can take now.

Book details:

88 pages of environmental innovations
Infographic-style artwork packed with detail
Hardback: 290 × 230mm

Suitable for children aged 7 years and up

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What's Included: 88-page large-format hardback exploring innovative environmental solutions organised by familiar locations—breakfast table, bathroom, school, park, farm, beach, city, and home. Includes specific examples like beetle protein burgers, biogas heating from waste, biodegradable algae toothpaste, exhaust-fume ink, potato-based cutlery, coffee-powered vehicles, and tornado energy harvesting. Concludes with practical actions children can implement immediately

About the Creators: Written by Madeleine Finlay, who holds first-class degrees in Physics and Astrophysics from Edinburgh University plus MSc in Science Communication. Works as science writer with BBC, New Scientist, and others. Previously featured on The Guardian's Science Weekly podcast. Illustrated by Jisu Choi with bright, infographic-style artwork featuring exceptional detail and clarity.

Publishing Notes: Originally published as "Beetles for Breakfast" in 2021. This 2025 edition features updated subtitle "Medical Mucus, Poo Power and Beetles for Breakfast." Junior Library Guild selection. Praised by young readers and environmental reviewers for making complex science accessible without dumbing down.

Product Specifications

ISBN: 9781838743321

Author: Madeleine Finlay

Illustrator: Jisu Choi

Publisher: Flying Eye Books

Format: Hardback

Pages: 88

Age Range: 7 years and up

Language: English

Publication Date: 2025

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Flying Eye Books

Established in 2013 in East London, Flying Eye Books creates award-winning illustrated children's books that showcase exceptional storytelling and meticulous design. Home to beloved series like Hildafolk, they champion both emerging and established talent whilst maintaining their commitment to craft, beauty, and high production values.

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