Author(s): Carla McRae (Illustrator); gestalten (Editor); Catherine Ard

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A book that encourages children to go and play outside and discover what nature has to offer. Leave the house and roam into the nature: It is a fascinating place, waiting to be conquered by little ones with curious minds. Whether in the garden, park, or a nearby forest, a closer look at nature will draw out budding architects, their first constructions built from stones, branches, and leaves; a thorough investigation of trees will reveal all kinds of insects; and listening to the animals around will teach their sounds. Let's Play Outdoors is for a new generation of environmentally conscious children, showing them how to interact with their surroundings in a meaningful way. The activities suggested inspire independent learning about animals, plants, and the weather, as well as how to look after the world.

Review: A solid, accessible reference book that is fun to peruse. -- KIRKUS Each page is full of colourful child-friendly illustrations highlighting the easy-to-follow text and instructions to make outdoor exploration stress free and fun for everybody. -- CHILDREN'S BOOKS IRELAND'S INIS MAGAZINE

Author Biography: Carla McRae is an Australian illustrator living and working in Melbourne. Her work covers editorial, publishing, and branding. She also likes to design socks and paints large-scale mural projects. Catherine Ard's first job after her studies was writing children's comics. Since then, she has written and edited many craft books for children. She lives in Bristol with her family. Their little dog, Annie, sleeps at her feet while she is working.