What Is Growing Here?

In this interactive lift-the-flap adventure, young readers join a young jay hawk on her quest to find and learn about edible plants for winter storage.

As winter approaches, a young jay hawk embarks on an exciting quest to gather food for the chilly months ahead in this delightful lift-the-flap adventure. Exploring diverse habitats such as forests, meadows, and fields, she discovers various plants, bushes, and trees, learning which fruits and herbs are safe to eat. From black elder to chamomile, and from fir to raspberry, each flap reveals fascinating details about the flora and the animals that rely on them. Young readers will not only accompany the jay in her search for food but also learn valuable lessons about the natural world around them.

Part of the Stories from Nature series, this engaging book is perfect for children aged 3-6 who are curious about plants and the environment. Combining an enchanting story with interactive flaps, it promotes learning through play while introducing essential concepts about edible plants and their importance to wildlife. Beautifully illustrated and filled with fun facts, this book promises to entertain and educate young readers, fostering a lifelong appreciation for nature. It’s a wonderful addition to any family or classroom library.

Radka Piro is a bookworm, a passionate traveler, and a creative storyteller. After studying foreign languages, she set out to explore the distant corners of the world and discover her true purpose. Now, she is a successful writer and editor, based in the Czech Republic.

Carmen Saldana is an illustrator who lives in Gijon, a little rainy city in the north of Spain. After studying arts, she started her career as a graphic designer in AD agencies, but currently she works as a freelance, focuses in the field she enjoys most: the illustration for children´s books. She loves furry animals, birds, bugs, leaves and everything related with nature, her main source of inspiration.