In a kaleidoscope of colour, Jess Racklyeft takes readers on a stunning journey through a country that is home to some of the most unique and interesting plants and animals in the world. All of the colours of the rainbow and more are on display here; so dazzling you might need your sunnies! Down in the Southern Hemisphere, nestled between the Pacific and Indian Oceans, is an incredible place. Australia, the smallest continent and one of the largest countries on Earth, is a breathtaking mix of scorched lands, stunning coastlines, luscious rainforests and cosmopolitan cities. The flora and fauna that live there are as rich and varied as the environments. From koalas to kingfishers, platypus' to possums, and banksias to boobiallas, there’s so much to discover in the land down under… Australia is a country rich in colour. Dorothea Mackellar's poem ‘My Country’- that forms part of a wonderful opening - sets the tone for Jess’s ode to the rainbow treasures of her home country. Using seven different parts of Australia to introduce specific colours - the reds and pinks of Uluru, the browns and oranges of Purnululu National Park, the yellows of Mount Kosciuszko, the greens of Tarra-Bulga National Park, the blues of The Great Barrier Reef, the violets and purples of Bruny Island, the black, whites and greys of Kati Thanda - Country, nature and art are connected and celebrated. When Jess dives into her box of colours, magic happens. And each page, that is sure to be met with oohs and aahs, is a feast for the eyes as the natural world is painted and brought to life in all its vibrant glory. The artwork is stunning and the bitesize facts that accompany each illustration are easily digestible and include all manner of curious trivia to share with friends and family.
Incredibly well researched and with just the right amount of detail, Jess enables everyone to see the colours in the world, to understand the significance of colours in nature and to think about the impact that colours have on feelings. Interesting, crammed full of wonders and knowledge-rich, this is a nature lovers dream. Sure to generate awe, wonder and curiosity for the natural world, Australia: Country of Colour is fabulous inspiration for getting out and exploring the colours that are all around. Recommended for 7+. With huge thanks to Affirm Press for the copy I received in exchange for an honest review.
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