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by Ben Lerwill (Author), Xuan Le (Illustrator)
Discover the spectacular science of soil in the first book in a new series all about the wonders of the natural world!
From housing billions of worms, bugs, and microbes to providing enough nutrients to feed a planet worth of creatures, soil sustains life on Earth. In the first installment of a new nonfiction series all about the wonders of the natural world, dig in to . . .- Differences in soil around the world
- Cozy underground animal homes
- The tiny creatures and microbes that help things grow
- How fungi help to keep trees healthy.
. . . and more!
With an engaging, approachable text by Ben Lerwill and stunningly detailed and bright illustrations by Xuan Le, this is the perfect introduction to the natural science of soil.Includes a free Nosy Crow Stories Aloud(R) audiobook! Scan the code, hear the story.
Author Biography
Ben Lerwill has been working as a freelance travel writer for over 15 years. His work has appeared in more than 50 national and international publications and his previous books include Extreme Survival: ow People, Plants, and Animals Live in the World's Toughest Places. Ben's passions include the outdoors, music, wildlife, running, and reading. He is thrilled that, through children's books, he can share his enthusiasm about the wider world with young readers.
Based in Vietnam, Xuan Le was born in Ho Chi Minh City. She studied fashion and graphic design and has many years of experience working in children's publishing. Xuan enjoys travelling, exploring nature, reading, and creating miniature models or molding clay with her niece.
