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GARDEN HEROES

If you’ve ever wondered how insects like beetles, slugs and snails help our gardens to prosper, Ben Raskin’s latest book, Bees, Bugs & Butterflies, explains the great work our garden heroes do for our crops. This family guide explains all about the small creatures that we wouldn’t survive without, detailing the positive influence that these little beasties make to our planet. Published in association with the Soil Association and Friends of the Earth, the book comes with stickers and fun games. Kids will love the activities, including a how-to on building your very own bug apartment block or a lacewing hotel. This guide is the third in Ben Raskin’s series of family guides designed to help us understand the tremendous work our garden wildlife can

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