Little Explorers Guide to QLD National Parks

A beautifully written and illustrated book by local primary school teacher Chloe Butterfield and her colleague Deborah Bianchetto.

Get outside into nature where adventure awaits. Are you ready? Inside this book, which is ideal for all young wildlife enthusiasts, you’ll explore the best wild places that Queensland has to offer, including deep misty valleys, clear blue mountaintops, shimmering deserts, rainbow reefs and everything in between.

Come with us as we explore unbelievable ecosystems and fantastic creatures, including the likes of platypuses, crocodiles, cassowaries, tree kangaroos and one of the world’s rarest birds, the Night Parrot. Each page brings new species, new habitats, new experiences and new outlooks. Filled with true-to-life illustrations, geographical maps, heaps of activities, and animal facts around every corner, this book is your new best companion when you begin your journey into the wild and into your new self. Both fun and educational, the book focuses on 11 of the best national parks in Queensland: Girraween, Lamington, Bunya Mountains, Noosa, K’Gari, Carnarvon, Diamantina, Eungella, Whitsunday, Daintree and Boodjamulla. It is packed with information on the most interesting animals to whet your appetite, plus quizzes, puzzles and activities, and ranger tips to help you make the most of your visits.