Description
A beautifully original story about the importance of wildflowers and bees – and an award-winning series!
Award winner:
Two titles from author Dinah Mason Eagers and illustrator Anna Platts have been recognised for their contribution to nature education, with awards for At the Bottom of Dudley’s Garden and On the Top of Dudley’s Pond.
“The books in this delightful series encourage children to appreciate the natural world and impart valuable lessons about environmental protection … written by an extremely talented author and illustrated with breathtaking artwork” ~ Golden Wizard Book Prize
Praise for Dinah Mason Eagers and Anna Platts:
Wow! Two of my favourite subjects – saving pollinators and flowers – in a book so well written and so unassuming that it surely must appeal to everyone … The book’s language is engaging and memorable, it’s educational without preaching or being forceful. Its humour is subtle and the story is easy to read. The artwork is gorgeous, truly beautiful. They are reminiscent of some of the artwork from Edith Holden’s “The Country Diary Of An Edwardian Woman” – all floaty poppies, cornflowers and greenery. I absolutely loved them. –Goodreads reviewer
What first attracted me to At the Bottom of Dudley’s Garden was the theme around the storyline which is the importance of bee friendly plants and flowers in the garden to encourage pollination. The words the author uses are child friendly and warmly introduce children to an important ecological issue that is a vital cog in the wheel of life. The beautiful, stunning illustrations by artist Anna Platts are just so pretty and so idyllic. I found myself dreaming of a garden like Dudley’s. At the Bottom of Dudley’s Garden is a picture book that would be enjoyed by all and could be the start of a project in a school classroom or at home to create your own bee friendly areas with Humphrey Comfrey, Chloe Clover and Pippa Poppy. It is also an important lesson that beauty comes in all shapes and sizes and it’s not just looks that take centre stage. –Kraftireader – book blogger
About the Author and Illustrator
Dinah Mason Eagers is a children’s author dedicated to sharing original and uplifting stories about our relationship with the natural world. At the Bottom of Dudley’s Garden is her debut release and it was inspired by a pioneering family member. She loves the way Lily Katinka’s surprising encounter with bees encourages children to identify wildflowers in their own gardens. She is based in the Cotswolds, UK.
Anna Platts is an established illustrator who is known worldwide for beautiful fabric designs sold in heritage locations. She often uses flowers (and lilies) as the central theme in her work. She is based in Devon, UK.
