5 Minute Nature Stories

Step into the forest and discover its hidden wonders in True Tales from the Woodland — a beautifully illustrated collection of real-life stories that explore the everyday magic of nature. Written by science writer and poet Gabby Dawnay, this read-aloud book reveals how animals, trees, fungi, and insects all connect in the woodland world.

Why we love it

This book is a perfect balance of fact and wonder — it reads like a storybook but teaches like a nature guide. It encourages children to look more closely at the natural world and understand the magic in everyday moments. Mona K’s charming illustrations bring the woodland to life, while Gabby Dawnay’s lyrical storytelling makes science feel enchanting.

Product details

• Format: Hardback

• Size: 270 x 220 mm (portrait)

• Pages: 96

• Written by: Gabby Dawnay

• Illustrated by: Mona K

• Publisher: Thames & Hudson

• Published: September 2022