NNFN2024: Bird, Bee and Bug Houses

Not only does ‘Bird, Bee and Bug Houses’ share lots of fascinating facts about the wonderful array of wildlife on our doorsteps, it inspires children to make and do, taking a practical approach to caring for nature. Perfect for NNFN2024, it is full of fun activities and interesting ideas.

Having explained what habitats and ecosystems are and the reasons they are being lost, the book starts with a focus on birds and the different types of nest they build. It then offers step-by-step, illustrated instructions on how to build a bird box which incudes measurements and suggestions for some entrance hole sizes for different species. Information about owls and the differing types of nest box they might choose is followed by instructions for how to build a bird bath and make a no-bake bird cake.

Butterflies, bats, bees, bugs, beetle, frogs… there is so much information included here about wildlife and so many practical activities to interest and engage children, getting them out and about, encouraging them to take an interest in, and show care for, the creatures in their locality. Sure to inspire, the clear, attractive illustrations which accompany each activity make the book an appealing treat!

Bird, Bee and Bug Houses: Homes and Habitats for Garden Wildlife

Susie Behar, illustrated by Esther Coombs

Button Books ISBN: 978-1787081444