Anja Susanj – illustratör

Discover the seasons and stories of the forest in this beautifully illustrated journey through a woodland year.Walk among the trees and watch nature's cycles unfold as time-honoured tales and traditions mark the turning of the seasons. From the first seedlings and birdsongs of the spring equinox to the hooting owls and holly wreaths of the winter solstice, this book explores and explains the natural world around us, and celebrates the magic of the wild.Find wonder and beauty in nature during every season- Watch the wheel of the year turn through the spring equinox, the summer solstice, the autumn equinox and the winter solstice- Discover customs and traditions including Beltane, Litha and wassailing- Explore the mythical and legendary creatures including the Woodwose, Green Man and Dumbledores.- Understand how nature and tradition have entwined through centuriesPraise for Woodlore"If there are more beautiful picture books out this year, I've yet to see them" -Lucy Bannerman, The Times

A creative and beautiful introduction to the universe around us, published in collaboration with the University of Cambridge.Discover the wonders of our Solar System, then build your very own 3D planets!Explore fascinating text and stunning illustrations across pages covering everything from stars and asteroids to galaxies and black holes! Then turn to the back of the book to find 10 pages of press-out planets and the Sun that can be slotted together, hung up and displayed.Written with expert consultation from Dr Matthew Bothwell, Cambridge University Institute of Astronomy.Includes a QR code linking to helpful videos showing how to assemble each planet!

Travel back in time to discover the extraordinary lives of the ancient Egyptians in this accessible introduction to this historic civilization.Ancient Egypt was an incredible civilization that began around 3100 BCE and lasted for over 3,000 years. During that time, the ancient Egyptians developed new ideas and inventions that shaped the world as we know it today, from mathematics and geometry to paper and toothpaste!The Ancient Egyptians is a simple, accessible introduction to this amazing ancient civilisation. This book is packed full of amazing facts to transport children back in time, where they'll journey down the River Nile, explore towering temples, and discover how the pyramids were built. Along the way, they'll find out about gods and goddesses, pharaohs, hieroglyphs, and much, much more. You can build your own encyclopedia with A Ladybird Book.Other titles available in this series:British Kings and QueensThe RomansThe Stone AgeAnimal HabitatsInsects and MinibeastsBaby AnimalsTreesSea CreaturesElectricityWeatherTrainsHuman BodyThe Solar System

Travel back in time to discover the extraordinary lives of the ancient Egyptians in this accessible introduction to this historic civilization.Ancient Egypt was an incredible civilization that began around 3100 BCE and lasted for over 3,000 years. During that time, the ancient Egyptians developed new ideas and inventions that shaped the world as we know it today, from mathematics and geometry to paper and toothpaste!The Ancient Egyptians is a simple, accessible introduction to this amazing ancient civilisation. This book is packed full of amazing facts to transport children back in time, where they'll journey down the River Nile, explore towering temples, and discover how the pyramids were built. Along the way, they'll find out about gods and goddesses, pharaohs, hieroglyphs, and much, much more. You can build your own encyclopedia with A Ladybird Book.Other titles available in this series:British Kings and QueensThe RomansThe Stone AgeAnimal HabitatsInsects and MinibeastsBaby AnimalsTreesSea CreaturesElectricityWeatherTrainsHuman BodyThe Solar System

Explore the Solar System with this exciting fold-out space book for kids aged 5+.Travel through the Solar System and explore its planets and their many moons, spot asteroids and comets, and fly past the International Space Station in this exciting journey through space, created in partnership with the European Space Agency.The perfect introduction to space and the Solar System for children:Each page features flaps to open and fold-out elements, adding an element of discovery for kids to engage with.A highly factual look inside our Solar System, with content created in partnership with the European Space Agency (ESA).A fantastic gift for kids ages 5+ who love space, with sturdy pages and a ribbon-tie closure making this a cherishable space book for kids.When you’re finished exploring the engaging fold-out pages, flip the book to reveal all sorts of interesting facts about our Solar System on the reverse. Timeless and highly engaging, Explore the Solar System is a must-have gift book for curious young minds.

Delve into this beautiful treasury of stories, inspired by nature. This collection features 18 folk tales, myths and age-old stories of animals, birds and plants from all around the world - from North America to Brazil, Ireland, Morocco, Finland, Mexico, Poland, Japan, Germany and Siberia. Retold by award-winning author Dawn Casey and with intricate artwork by Anja Sušanj.A stunningly illustrated edition to treasure for years to come, Nature Tales is the perfect gift to open up the wonder of nature to readers of all ages.

Charles Perrault's Sleeping Beauty is brought to life in this dazzling pop-up book. "The princess will fall into a deep, peaceful sleep for one hundred years."When a maleficent fairy curses Princess Aurora, only the power of a good fairy - and true love - can break the spell. A classic story, full of enchantment, love and wonder.Anja Sušanj's ornate artwork brings a magical touch to this pop-up edition of Charles Perrault's beloved fairy tale.

In Earth's jungles and deserts and deep beneath the sea curious creatures are hard at work. Some resourceful animals use tools to get the job done, just like you do. There are bottlenose dolphins holding sponges to protect their snouts, chimps wielding rocky hammers and tailorbirds stitching leaves with spider silk. Learn how and why these animals toil with tools, and discover that you have more in common with them than you ever imagined. Children will learn all about these clever creatures, and explore how their daily routines have a lot in common with human kids! A perfect book for children with a curiosity to learn more about the wonderful animals we share our planet with.

There are spiders that dance, whales that sing and lemurs that communicate with seriously smelly stink fights! Learn to read the signals they send and discover what these amazing animals are actually saying. You might find you have more in common than you ever imagined.

If you thought mermaids were fantasy creatures who existed only in myth and fairytale, think again! New research has uncovered what a rich and varied group of beings they are.The famed merologist Professor Tola's great work covers everything from their long and sinewy tails to the magical properties of merpeople from the Pacific Ocean to the frozen Arctic. Merperson researchers from the Institute of Merology have discovered a secret underwater kingdom where these magical beings swim, play, learn and sing. Now you can become a mermaid expert too!

The perfect introduction to the wonders of the sky for children! Ideal for any budding sky explorers, this pocket-sized guide is full of useful tips to help children identify what they see in the sky, both by day and night. Key Highlights:Encouraging Exploration: Designed to inspire children to venture outside and explore nature, this book ignites the spirit of adventure and discovery.Getting Started: Packed with valuable information, it provides the essential knowledge needed to identify constellations, clouds and more, making it accessible and enjoyable for kids. Field Guide Expertise: Inside, you'll discover a comprehensive field guide section, brimming with expert insights on the sky, such as how to tell stars from satellites, what makes the sky blue and the difference between a solar and lunar eclipse. Fun Activities: Discover how to create a rainbow, make your own lightning and other fun activities.For more adventures, don't miss other titles in the series: National Trust: Out and About Tree Explorer, National Trust: Out and About Bird Spotter and National Trust: Out and About Minibeast Explorer.

Dive in to discover all there is to know about mermaids in this beautifully illustrated book. But wait - if you thought mermaids were fantasy creatures who existed only in myth and fairytale, think again! New research has uncovered what a rich and varied group of beings they are. The famed merologist Professor Tola's great work covers everything from their long and sinewy tails to the magical properties of merpeople from the Pacific Ocean to the frozen Arctic. Merperson researchers from the Institute of Merology have discovered a secret underwater kingdom where these magical beings swim, play, learn and sing. Now you can become a mermaid expert too!