The book of the year: A natural history of Britain through the seasons

by Jane Burton, Kim Taylor (Photographer)

* Information, ideas and projects for spring, summer, autumn and winter for children of all ages
* Over 300 illustrations in full colour
* Spread by spread presentation
* Special spreads feature habitats or complete life cycles of individual species
* Endpaper calendar chart
* The ideal natural history book for the whole family
All children are fascinated by the natural world around them and The Book of the Year has been created to foster and encourage this interest. In fact, this is a book for the whole family to use together. Illustrated throughout with full colour photographs and specially commissioned artwork, it takes you season by season through a complete cycle of the natural year which unfolds as you turn the pages. Every double page spread is self contained and packed full of information on a topic specifically relevant to spring, summer, autumn or winter.
The animals and plants shown are those most likely to be encountered on a walk across a field, through a wood, along the shore, or even in your garden or local park. Points of particular interest are highlighted, together with ideas about what you might find if you look further, and simple projects for children to carry out for themselves. Different habitats are looked at in detail at specific times of the year and complete, illustrated life cycles of common species are a special feature.
With its lively and informative text and illustrations, The Book of the Year is designed to show children of all ages how to enjoy discovering the wealth of wildlife on their doorsteps, wherever they live and whatever the time of year!
Includes index.

220 pages, Hardcover

First published June 16, 1983

About the author

Jane Burton was one of Britain's most talented and creative natural history photographers.
She lived in Surrey with her collie Tess and albino hedgehog, Fred.