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A beautifully illustrated collection of 5 minute bedtime stories about forest wildlife by Alicia Klepeis.

15 five-minute bedtime stories about animals in seas and oceans around the world, inspired by real science

'This is a stunningly crafted tome with luscious artwork and delightful bite-sized bedtime stories that should be treasured by families and handed down through generations to come.' – The Independent, Children's Book of the WeekEmbark on a captivating journey through the world's forests in this beautifully illustrated collection of enchanting 5-minute bedtime stories, perfect for nature-loving children.Every forest holds a thousand secrets waiting to be discovered as author Alicia Klepeis guides young readers into the heart of the woods, introducing them to the remarkable animals that call these habitats home. From a determined squirrel searching for its hidden acorn to an Alaskan wood frog that freezes itself alive to survive the harsh winter, each tale is a delightful blend of storytelling and science.Other stories feature elephants, wild cats, pangolins, badgers, foxes, monarch butterflies, otters, walking fish, a tree that can live for thousands of years, and even forest-dwelling penguins! Kristen Adam's impressive illustrations bring these creatures and their habitats to life with vivid detail.Each story in Secrets of the Forest is based on the real biology and behaviour of these amazing wild animals, and at the end of each tale readers will find out more about the science that inspired the story. So as they drift off to sleep, they will know a little bit more about the world around them.The cover features a timeless design with colourful foil and a cloth texture, making this book the perfect gift.

A beautifully illustrated collection of 5-minute bedtime stories about the wildlife found in seas and oceans around the world.Every ocean contains a thousand secrets… In this charming anthology of children’s stories by Alicia Klepeis readers will be guided under the waves to meet the amazing animals that live there. In one story an orca grandmother teaches younger members of the pod how to find the best fish, while another looks at a mimic octopus as it changes appearance to disguise itself from different predators. Kids will be thrilled by the tale of an otter and her cub playing in a kelp forest, and marvel at a jellyfish that looks like a fried egg!Other stories feature swimming iguanas, diving penguins, deep-sea anglerfish, albatrosses in love, leaping dolphins, sleepy dugongs, majestic whales, hungry sea turtles, ancient sharks, and marching crabs! All of these marine animals and their habitats are brought to life with impressive skill by illustrator Kaja Kajfež.Each story in Secrets of the Ocean is based on the real biology and behaviour of these amazing wild animals, and at the end of each tale readers will find out more about the science that inspired the story. So as they drift off to sleep, they will know a little bit more about the world around them.The cover features a timeless design with colourful foil and a cloth texture, making this book the perfect gift.

A beautifully illustrated collection of 5-minute bedtime stories about the wildlife that comes out at night.Every night reveals a thousand secrets… In this charming anthology of children’s stories by Alicia Klepeis readers will be guided under the light of the moon to meet the amazing animals that come out when we’re all asleep. In one story a lost wolf pup has to find its way back to its pack, while another looks at a flying fox as it goes for a midnight swim. Kids will be thrilled by the pineapplefish who has a torch built into its mouth, and marvel at a dung beetle that navigates by looking at the stars!Other stories feature American alligators, Fennec foxes, wombats, snowy owls, bushbabies, flying frogs, luna moths and even a rat making its way across a sleeping city. All of these nighttime animals and their habitats are brought to life with impressive skill by illustrator Jennifer Falkner.Each story in Secrets of the Stars is based on the real biology and behaviour of these amazing wild animals, and at the end of each tale readers will find out more about the science that inspired the story. So as they drift off to sleep, they will know a little bit more about the animals that are waking up and beginning their day.The cover features a timeless design with silver foil and a cloth texture, making this book the perfect gift.

Enjoy 15 roar-some tales with this beautifully illustrated collection of 5-minute bedtime stories. Perfect for dino-obsessed kids!The prehistoric world was full of secrets . . . In this charming anthology of children’s stories by Alicia Klepeis young readers will meet epic prehistoric creatures. In one story a lonely Triceratops is looking for love, while another looks at an elderly Brachiosaurus who is reminiscing about his days as a youngster. Kids will be thrilled as T. rexes try to stay afloat during a summer storm, and marvel at a pterosaur who finds an oasis in the sand dunes!Other dinosaurs in the stories include Spinosaurus, Velociraptor, and Diplodocus. Featuring tales from the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous periods and stunning illustrations by Gavin Scott.Each story in Secrets of the Dinosaurs is based on real discoveries made by paleontologists, and at the end of each tale readers will find out more about the science that inspired the story. So as they drift off to sleep, they will know a little bit more about the prehistoric world.The silver foil cover with a cloth texture makes this book the perfect gift for dinosaur-mad kids.Discover more brilliant bedtime stories in this series, including Secrets of the Forest, Secrets of the Ocean and Secrets of the Stars.