Yucky Worms

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Yucky Worms by Vivian French is a delightful children's book that educates young readers about the fascinating and essential role that worms play in our ecosystem. Through a story about a grandmother teaching her curious grandson, the book combines fun illustrations and facts to reveal why worms are important despite their slimy appearance. It's an engaging story that blends education with entertainment, perfect for nurturing a love of nature in kids.
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You might enjoy this book if you are keen to introduce young readers to the fascinating world of gardening and nature. This charming story blends engaging illustrations with fun facts, making worms intriguingly relatable and educational. Perfect for nurturing curiosity and encouraging respect for the environment in children.

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Yucky Worms

Worms ... they're yucky, aren't they? Not according to this enjoyable new book which reveals just how amazing the wriggly creatures really are!

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Yucky Worms by Vivian French challenges the common perception of worms as yucky, revealing the fascinating and essential role they play in our environment.

Worms are not just fun and fascinating but are crucial for soil health. The humble earthworm significantly contributes to the ecosystem by aerating the soil and composting dead matter into rich humus, essential for seed germination and plant growth. Farmers and gardeners greatly appreciate these wriggly creatures for their environmental benefits.

Children also find worms intriguing, particularly for their unique wriggliness. Yucky Worms is an enjoyable and educational read that highlights the importance and wonder of these often misunderstood creatures.

Series: Nature Storybooks

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781406367041

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 06 August 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jessica Ahlberg

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 230.0mm

Height: 248.0mm

Weight: 240g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Vivian French is an acclaimed author of novels and picture books, including Growing Frogs (9781406311730), which was shortlisted for the Kurt Maschler Award, the bestselling Tiara Club series and the Tales from the Five Kingdoms series. She lives in Edinburgh.

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