Nature leaps off the pages of this magnificent large-format collection, which pairs the award-winning titles The Wildlife ABC: A Nature Alphabet and The Wildlife 123: A Nature Counting Book.Engaging and enriching, this collection almost wordlessly communicates a world of valuable information about wildlife and the natural environment. Lush and highly detailed illustrations paired with delightful text will keep readers absorbed.Through innovative design, Jan Thornhill has created an interactive learning environment. Young readers can count the animals hiding in the intricate illustrations-are there really 1,000 tadpoles? (Yes, there are.)The Wildlife ABC & 123 features both exotic and familiar animals from around the globe. Some are endangered species, such as the Asian tiger, and some are animals from our own backyard, like the ant. Special "Nature Notes" at the end of the book provide additional information on each of the featured animals and their environments. "True, there are a lot of alphabet books...But this one is really special." -Today's Parent"This splendid counting book is brimming with visual appeal...superbly designed." -Publishers Weekly"Sumptuous ... a glorious spectacle." -Montreal Gazette Ages 3-8.

Jan Thornhill's books have received numerous awards and honors. Her recent picture book, The Rumor, was awarded the Conaculta 7th International Award for the Illustration of a Children’s Book and is an IBBY Canada selection for Outstanding Picture Book.