My Big Book of Outdoors by Tim Hopgood
Published by Candlewick Studio on February 8, 2022
ISBN: 1536215333
Pages: 128
Genres: Animals, Arts, Fiction in Verse/Poetry, Non-Fiction
Format: Chapter Book Nonfiction
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This is a beautifully illustrated book that celebrates nature in all seasons. The book is broken into sections based on the seasons, and each section contains information, poetry, and activities to do. Spring covers many birds and includes a recipe for chocolate bird nests. Summer covers bees, flowers, summer nights, and more and includes instructions on how to paint a butterfly. In addition to the great information throughout the book, the mixed media illustrations are simply gorgeous. They’re large and cover most every page. The colors used do a wonderful job conveying the feelings of each season. Recommended for readers and explorers 5 and up. This could be a fun book to share parts as a read aloud followed by a craft idea from within the book.

Reviewed by Jessie Trafton, Skidompha Library, Damariscotta, ME