Nature Heroes

‘Nature Heroes’ is a collection of twenty biographies of dedicated people who are working with nature to save the world. It is an inspiring read which offers plenty to think about and plenty to discuss.

Some of those included are sure to be familiar to children. Chris Packham, for example, is a well-known name, but readers are sure to be amazed to learn more about this famous presenter and how his passion for wild animals has led him to where he is today. Another name which might be quickly recognised is wildlife cameraman, Hamza Yassin, who won Strictly Come Dancing.

Other biographies may well introduce readers to the story of someone they are less familiar with. I loved Ron Finley’s story which may well inspire others to create urban gardens and become Gangsta Gardeners! Other stories are equally fascinating and many are deeply poignant. The plight of pangolins and Thai Van Nguyen’s mission to save them is one such! Each biography allows the reader to discover more about the lives and work of those championing wildlife in different ways, but each with passion and determination which is admirable and inspiring.

Although packed with information, each biography is short enough to be used for a class story time or guided reading session, sure to generate plenty of discussion and stimulate lots of thinking whilst enriching the curriculum. More ‘Nature Heroes’ are referred to in the author’s conclusion, offering plenty of possibilities for research and hopefully, encouraging children to get involved and find out more about any nature projects on their own doorsteps, following their curiosity and seeing where it leads as Peggy Eby (one of the subjects of the book) thinks everyone should!

Nature Heroes

Lily Dyu, illustrated by Jackie Lay

Nosy Crow with the University of Cambridge ISBN: 978-1805136408