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Backyard Beasties

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Backyard Beasties by Helen Milroy is an educational exploration of the diverse creatures that can be found in one's own backyard. The book aims to inspire readers to engage with nature, offering vivid illustrations and detailed descriptions to introduce a variety of insects, birds, and small animals. It serves as a delightful guide, encouraging young readers to discover and appreciate the wildlife around them.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the natural world and want to discover the intriguing creatures that inhabit your garden. It's perfect for those looking to introduce children to the wonders of biology and ecology in an engaging and accessible way.

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From the author of Backyard Birds and Backyard Bugs, Helen Milroy's third picture book in the Backyard series, Backyard Beasties, is designed to teach us all about the croaking, barking, screeching, and mewling creatures that share our homes.

From beastie besties, like the Pomeranian and the pussycat, to clucking chickens and licking lizards, the jewel-like illustrations will make this book a joy to share.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781760991203

Publisher: Fremantle Press

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 February 2022

Country: Australia

Imprint: Fremantle Press

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 201.0mm

Height: 202.0mm

Weight: 264g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Helen Milroy AM is a descendant of the Palyku people of the Pilbara region of Western Australia. She was born and educated in Perth. Helen has always had a passionate interest in health and wellbeing, especially for children. Helen studied medicine at the University of Western Australia. She is currently a professor at UWA, Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Board Member with Beyond Blue and the AFL's first Indigenous Commissioner.

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