Hide and Seek in Nature - (Kidding Nature) by Helena Harastova (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Embark on a captivating nature exploration with interactive cutouts and fold-out pages, unveiling the mysteries of perfectly hidden animals and plants in this engaging adventure for young readers.

In Hide and Seek in Nature: Guess What It Is young explorers embark on a nature-filled adventure, discovering the art of disguise in the natural world. Animals and plants, masters of hide-and-seek, challenge kids to uncover their well-camouflaged forms through an engaging guessing game. With immersive fold-out pages and cutouts, this interactive novelty format sparks curiosity, enhancing observational skills and fostering a connection with the wonders of nature.

This captivating book not only introduces children to the playful side of nature but also offers a portable and durable design, encouraging on-the-go exploration. The interactive experience transforms nature discovery into an exciting game, unveiling the mysteries of perfectly hidden creatures. Hide and Seek in Nature is the ideal choice for young readers aged 3-6, promising delightful surprises and providing a unique opportunity for them to connect with the natural world while enhancing their observational and deduction skills.

Review Quotes

Selected for the CBC November 2024 Hot Off The Press List.

"A twofer! Well these are fun. Hope you like die-cuts, cause this duo is rife with them. Essentially, you get hints about something on one page but have to peek through their die-cuts to see what they actually are. Think of it as a book that teaches you to look at things in original ways." --Betsy Bird, A Fuse #8 Production, School Library Journal

"Hide and Seek in Nature: Guess What It Is is a unique and creative, interactive book for young children. The author did a wonderful job creating a hide and seek experience for kids to help teach them about natural creatures who also play hide and seek with their camouflage and "hiding in plain sight" skills. Hide and Seek in Nature: Guess What It Is would be a good addition to an elementary science collection, as it fosters curiosity and visual awareness, as well as an appreciation of some of nature's delights." --Cherokee Crum, YA Books Central

"I loved seeing what was under the cut-out page, see the whole creature(s) and read a bit of an introduction who or what they are! We get a fun selection of animals and plants and that made me smile! I loved the last message on the last page, indeed! What will we find next on our walks, on our journeys The art was just the best! Again, I just love how the options were all possibilities I love how everything was drawn." --Mehsi, Blogger

"We love interactive books here! These two upcoming releases are so engaging and fun! With sturdy fold-out pages and clever die-cuts, these two books challenge young readers to learn more about nature and everyday objects over guessing games!" --Fun Reads for Kids, IG

"This book will have you guessing, laughing, and marveling at the wonders of nature! Hide and Seek in Nature: Guess What It Is is an adventure where plants and animals are masters of disguise!" --Read with a Rescue, IG

About the Author

Helena Harastova is a writer, translator, and mother. She graduated in Dramaturgy from the Janacek Academy of Music and Performing Arts, having previously worked for the National Theatre in Brno, Czech Republic. Her most unusual pastime is proofreading texts for errors in spelling, grammar, and style.

Serafima Kosikava is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer. She is originally from Belarus, but for the past few years she's been living in Czechia. In 2019 she received a bachelor's degree from the Ladislav Sutnar Faculty of Design and Art in Pilsen, Czechia. She began her journey in illustration through graphic design, and now she does what she loves the most - she designs and draws books for children.