By the Beaver Pool
Catherine Ward author Phoebe Roze illustrator
Format:Paperback
Publisher:Floris Books
Published:20th Mar '25
Should be back in stock very soon
Beck is sad about moving to Grandma's farm and leaving their old house and friends behind. But Beck isn't the only one with a new place to live -- a pair of beavers have come to live in the stream nearby.
As Beck settles in, they watch the beavers busily gathering sticks to build a dam, which creates a pool and wetland habitat where lots of other wildlife can live. When the beavers have kits, Beck realises how happy everyone is in their new homes.
By the Beaver Pool is a tale of new beginnings, rewilding, connecting with nature and feeling at home. Catherine Ward's gentle story cleverly weaves in beaver facts to teach young readers about these incredible ecosystem engineers, which are being reintroduced in the UK due to their ability to transform their local environment and increase biodiversity. Phoebe Roze's characterful, warm illustrations show the parallel stories of Beck and the beavers, set in stunning Scottish scenery.
'Heart-warming and educational... A beautiful and interesting story that explores connection and nature, but also family and belonging.'
-- Books That Help
'Catherine Ward has created empathetic joy... the soft, beautiful illustrations by Phoebe Roze adding to the life-affirming message. A truly wonderful story of accepting change and embracing your new world, one day at a time.'
-- My Book Corner
'This gorgeous, GORGEOUS nature book cannot fail to spark a love of the great outdoors in youngsters and their adults... Young nature-lovers will learn about these charming animals without noticing, swept away by a multi-generational narrative sure to strike a chord with many families.'
-- Barbara Henderson for Kids' Literature Scotland
'Ward's geographical knowledge and passion for conservation shine through in the pages of this book, as does Phoebe Roze's love of the landscapes and nature of Scotland... There's much to engage young readers and delight them in the wonders of the natural world.'
-- LoveReading4Kids
ISBN: 9781782509356
Dimensions: unknown
Weight: 192g
32 pages