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    Best Foraging Books for Kids

    Finding foraging books that truly capture kids' attention can be a challenge. Many are either too complex or too dull for young readers. The books in this post are simple, engaging, and full of clear pictures and fun projects. These books won't just sit on a shelf – your kids will want to take them outside, flip through the pages, and start identifying plants straight away. Whether you have curious toddlers or independent teens, these books will help them (and you) learn to forage safely and confidently.

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    Book Review: Why The Bee Bible by Sally Coulthard Instantly Became My Favourite Bee Book

    The Bee Bible by Sally Coulthard review The Bee Bible: 50 Ways to Keep Bees Buzzing by Sally Coulthard completely won me over from the first random page I opened it to. As someone who loves nature, I picked it up out of curiosity. A beautiful book What initially struck me was how beautifully laid out the book is. Every page feels like a little gift. The section on planting wildflowers to support bees made me want to rush outside and start planning new flower beds. The illustrations are gorgeous. See the beautifully designed title pages here: For me, The…

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    Book Review: John Wright’s The Forager’s Calendar

    The Forager’s Calendar by John Wright review As a family herbalist passionate about wildcrafting and foraging, I often find myself dipping into my copy of The Forager’s Calendar by John Wright. This beautifully written guide is not just a popular, award-winning foraging book – it’s a year-round companion for anyone eager to connect with nature through seasonal wild foods. A month-by-month companion, year after year Mr Wright’s approach is incredibly practical, offering detailed descriptions of plants, mushrooms, and other edibles you can find month by month. What I particularly love is the way he balances descriptive accuracy with personal anecdotes,…