Something my parents instilled in me from a young age was an appreciation for the natural world. We consistently visited parks to walk their trails and many times brought small pamphlets so we could identify wild animal tracks, trees and birds. We would spend much of our time on vacation hiking and exploring forgotten state parks. I remember when we each had our own nature journal and filled them with leaf and bark rubbings, drawings of plants and animals, and even notes about our nature walk. I loved them and to this day, I enjoy hiking and spending time in nature the most and plan my vacations with plenty of outdoor activities. Today's book would have been one of my family's favorites if it had been published during my childhood.
Julia Rothman's book, Nature Anatomy, celebrates our earth and the natural places by creating a guidebook for all things nature. This nonfiction book is a wonderful guide for children and teaches a variety of information such as the anatomy of a flower, the water cycle, the ecosystem of a pond, the grizzly bear vs. black bear, and about fossils. The author has divided the book into seven chapters, each focusing on a different element of the natural world. The book also includes stunning illustrations that makes the reader feel as though they are reading a naturalist's journal. This book is perfect for a child to review at their own pace or as a home school supplement. This book is available through PINES.
~Abigail C.
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