Description
Who is home in the hollow?
Tree hollows are very special places that provide animals, both big and small, with a space to nest and feel safe.
Explore life in a tree hollow in the Australian bush and meet the native creatures who come to call a hollow a home.
You'll be surprised just how many choose to move in!
You'll also discover the important role tree hollows play in the environment and how we can help protect them.
Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.
Features
About the Author
David Gullan is a primary school teacher, who developed a love of Australian wildlife from his parents. He now aims to share his passion for Australia's native creatures with children everywhere. He is currently located in Northcote Victoria.
Suzanne Houghton is an award-winning illustrator who loves nothing more than to splash colour on a page. When it comes to her books there is one thing Suzanne wants more than anything: to bring joy. She is also the illustrator of Wonderful Wasps (CSIRO Publishing, 2022). Suzanne is currently located in Wagga Wagga NSW.
Reviews
In Australia almost 350 species of animal need a tree hollow for resting, nesting or hiding. This book is sure to pique curiosity, stimulate imagination, spark conversation and foster conservation, by illuminating the parade of diverse animals homed over the evolution of a single tree hollow. With dreamy illustrations and lyrical prose Life in a Hollow is sure to become a treasured go-to." -Abbie Mitchell, author of A Hollow Is a Home (CSIRO Publishing, 2019)
Book Information
ISBN 9781486316342
Author David Gullan
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint CSIRO Publishing
Publisher CSIRO Publishing
Weight(grams) 385g
Tree hollows are very special places that provide animals, both big and small, with a space to nest and feel safe.
Explore life in a tree hollow in the Australian bush and meet the native creatures who come to call a hollow a home.
You'll be surprised just how many choose to move in!
You'll also discover the important role tree hollows play in the environment and how we can help protect them.
Reading level varies from child to child, but we recommend this book for ages 5 to 9.
Features
- Highlights the importance of tree hollows for native birds and marsupials.
- Shows how one tree can provide a home to many different species.
- Engaging non-fiction narrative with fabulous illustrations and rhyming text to delight younger readers.
About the Author
David Gullan is a primary school teacher, who developed a love of Australian wildlife from his parents. He now aims to share his passion for Australia's native creatures with children everywhere. He is currently located in Northcote Victoria.
Suzanne Houghton is an award-winning illustrator who loves nothing more than to splash colour on a page. When it comes to her books there is one thing Suzanne wants more than anything: to bring joy. She is also the illustrator of Wonderful Wasps (CSIRO Publishing, 2022). Suzanne is currently located in Wagga Wagga NSW.
Reviews
In Australia almost 350 species of animal need a tree hollow for resting, nesting or hiding. This book is sure to pique curiosity, stimulate imagination, spark conversation and foster conservation, by illuminating the parade of diverse animals homed over the evolution of a single tree hollow. With dreamy illustrations and lyrical prose Life in a Hollow is sure to become a treasured go-to." -Abbie Mitchell, author of A Hollow Is a Home (CSIRO Publishing, 2019)
Book Information
ISBN 9781486316342
Author David Gullan
Format Hardback
Page Count 32
Imprint CSIRO Publishing
Publisher CSIRO Publishing
Weight(grams) 385g
