Author(s): Anne Hunter

NZ Picture Books

Sometimes we’re silent, sometimes we speak,If we surprise you, you’re sure to say ‘eek!’ 

In this charming children’s book catchy rhyming verse and arresting illustrations accurately capture the characteristics of a range of creatures young children commonly encounter in suburban gardens. 

Fifteen different creatures are featured and Dave Gunson’s playful illustrations highlight their unique attributes.

The honey bee, frog, earthworm, stick insect, garden snail, gecko, daddy long legs, spider, cicada, ladybird, praying mantis, cave weta, monarch butterfly, skink are all familiar to young children and the fascinating facts section at the back gives more detailed information about these creatures’ distinctive characteristics, habits and habitat.