Marvellous Animal Homes: A Magical Lens Book

This non-fiction book actually offers so much more than the title suggests! It is not merely animal homes but instead, this books, offers a deeper look into the lives of all animals, from their relationships and parenting habits, to their vital roles in ecosystems around the globe.

This book covers animal homes from high up in the trees to under water, all over the world.  It shows how all animals interact and create vibrant communities where homes are inherited through family lines or taken over, when vacated, by another species, giving clear definitions of many biological terms and showing how sociable and vibrant the animal community is. The homes of these animals are a shelter, a defence against predators and a place for families to grow and thrive. 

The joy of this book is that it offers a unique interactive bonus, through the looking glass. This is cleverly magnifying glass stored within the cover can be used by readers to reveal hidden, pixelated illustrations on each page, adding a layer of discovery and excitement. It’s a wonderful tool for learning about all types of animals even those that some children may find scary such as reptiles or spiders making this book is suitable for all ages and would be a fun family resource.

This is an extremely informative yet such a fun read as the looking glass will reveal gorgeous illustrations of newborn cubs, chicks and even pups. A worthwhile investment for any family and bound to bring endless wonder for many years. 

Book Cover – Marvellous Animal Homes
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Publication Date
September 2025
Format
Hardback
Pages
48
ISBN
9781804661475