DK Children's Anthologies: The Wonders of Nature by Ben Hoare - Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4) - Hardcover

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Hardcover
ISBN: 9780241386217
Publisher: DK Children
Age Range: Ages 7-9 (Grades 2-4)

Overview
The Wonders of Nature by Ben Hoare is a richly illustrated nature encyclopedia that invites curious kids to explore 100 remarkable objects from the natural world, from orchids and opals to lichens and lizards. Part of the DK Children's Anthologies series, this hardcover volume pairs stunning photography with engaging, storybook-style text that explains the science behind everyday natural wonders. Designed for inquisitive readers ages 7-9, it's a beautiful reference book built to be explored again and again, whether browsed cover to cover or dipped into for a single fascinating fact.

About the Book
The Wonders of Nature takes young readers on a guided tour of the natural world, organized around everyday yet extraordinary objects that nature itself has created. Author Ben Hoare, an experienced nature writer and editor, curates 100 entries spanning animals, plants, rocks, minerals, and microorganisms, each explained with clear, accessible text that balances wonder with real scientific detail. Topics range from the structure of a snowflake to the chemistry of a seashell, encouraging readers to see the outdoors with fresh curiosity. DK's signature design shines throughout, with large-format photography, diagrams, and captioned images that make complex ideas easy to grasp at a glance. The hardcover format, complete with a decorative jacket, gives the book a durable, giftable feel that holds up to repeated reading and page-flipping. Rather than reading like a textbook, the anthology style lets kids jump straight to whatever catches their eye, whether a glowing mineral, a camouflaged insect, or a towering redwood tree. Many entries connect back to everyday experiences, helping children link what they learn to things they might spot on a walk, in a garden, or at the beach. The book reinforces core STEM skills like observation, classification, and curiosity-driven inquiry, complementing elementary school science units. Parents and teachers will appreciate that the content is both entertaining and genuinely educational. This title stands out as a keepsake-quality nature reference that families can return to for years, whether for school projects, rainy-day reading, or satisfying a young naturalist's endless questions about the world.

Key Benefits

• Covers 100 fascinating natural wonders across animals, plants, rocks, and microorganisms
• Stunning DK photography and illustrations bring every entry to life
• Accessible, storybook-style text perfect for independent readers ages 7-9
• Durable hardcover with decorative jacket makes it a lasting keepsake
• Supports elementary science curiosity, observation skills, and STEM learning
• Browsable anthology format lets kids explore topics in any order

About the Author
Ben Hoare is a British nature writer and editor whose work spans books, magazines, and wildlife journalism. He has authored and contributed to numerous DK titles on natural history and nature publishing for young readers, and his writing has appeared in BBC Wildlife magazine. As a fellow of the Zoological Society of London, Hoare brings genuine scientific grounding to his nature writing, while his background in children's publishing ensures the material stays engaging, age-appropriate, and full of genuine curiosity for young naturalists throughout.

Why You'll Love This Book
A gorgeous gift for budding naturalists, The Wonders of Nature makes a memorable birthday present, holiday gift, or addition to a classroom library. Its browsable format suits rainy-day reading, summer reading lists, or quiet bedtime exploration, and its sturdy hardcover build means it can be handed down and enjoyed for years to come.

Please Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.