Yussef Rafik – författare

Learn all about how amazing bugs and minibeasts are in this detailed guide to over 40 small critters from around the world. Bugs and minibeasts may be small, sometimes slimy and maybe a little scary, but they are AMAZING and deserve respect and empathy.Don't Squish A Slug will show you everything you need to know, and more, about why bugs and minibeasts are the most important creatures on the planet, even if they may not look it!For example, did you know that there are bugs who:Use disguise to blend in with their surroundingsBugs who have come up with clever defence tactics to keep themselves safeBugs who have broken world records? Or, did you know that:The Taurus Scarab Beetle is the strongest insect in the world and can pull 1,141 times its own body weight – which is the equivalent of a human lifting six double-decker buses!Or. . . that the Banana Slug has anaesthetic slime, so if you were to lick one your tongue would go numb! Learn about how awe-inspiring bugs and minibeasts really are in Don't Squish A Slug. Written by zoologist, conservationist and wildlife TV presenter Yussef Rafik and illustrated by Riley Samels (who makes every bug look cool), Don't Squish A Slug is a treasure-trove of expert information and quirky, retro illustrations for young readers to enjoy.So. . . don’t squash a spider, don’t step on ants and definitely don’t squish a slug!

You don't need a big garden of fancy equipment to bring about positive changes - all you need is the spirit of an eco explorer: curiosity, respect for nature and a desire to do good. We know that the environment needs our help, but can we really make a difference? Beloved children's presenter Yussef Rafik has made it his mission to share his knowledge about the natural world and the things we can do to help it. How to Be an Eco Explorer introduces you to 10 key ecosystems, from gardens to the coast, and from arid lands to the city. For each one, you will discover:Ecosystem facts: learn about how the ecosystem works, including the challenges it facesSmall solutions: discover little things we can do to help solve these challenges, as individuals or as a societyHabitat heroes: meet under-appreciated animal heroes that are crucial to making the ecosystem work, such as pond snails, cellar spiders and dung beetlesPractical activities: enjoy two step-by-step activities that you can try at home. For example, learn how to make your own rainwater harvester or bathyscope for spying critters underwater! This is the perfect book for young people feeling anxious about the environment, but also for parents looking for inspiring ways to get their children outside, having fun and learning.