By the Beaver Pool
Published on 20. March 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
32 pages
978-1-78250-935-6 (ISBN)
Description
Beck is sad about moving to Grandma's farm and leaving their old house and friends behind. But Beck isn't the only one with a new place to live -- a pair of beavers have come to live in the stream nearby.
As Beck settles in, they watch the beavers busily gathering sticks to build a dam, which creates a pool and wetland habitat where lots of other wildlife can live. When the beavers have kits, Beck realises how happy everyone is in their new homes.
By the Beaver Pool is a tale of new beginnings, rewilding, connecting with nature and feeling at home. Catherine Ward's gentle story cleverly weaves in beaver facts to teach young readers about these incredible ecosystem engineers, which are being reintroduced in the UK due to their ability to transform their local environment and increase biodiversity. Phoebe Roze's characterful, warm illustrations show the parallel stories of Beck and the beavers, set in stunning Scottish scenery.
As Beck settles in, they watch the beavers busily gathering sticks to build a dam, which creates a pool and wetland habitat where lots of other wildlife can live. When the beavers have kits, Beck realises how happy everyone is in their new homes.
By the Beaver Pool is a tale of new beginnings, rewilding, connecting with nature and feeling at home. Catherine Ward's gentle story cleverly weaves in beaver facts to teach young readers about these incredible ecosystem engineers, which are being reintroduced in the UK due to their ability to transform their local environment and increase biodiversity. Phoebe Roze's characterful, warm illustrations show the parallel stories of Beck and the beavers, set in stunning Scottish scenery.
Reviews / Votes
'Heart-warming and educational... A beautiful and interesting story that explores connection and nature, but also family and belonging.'-- Books That Help
'Catherine Ward has created empathetic joy... the soft, beautiful illustrations by Phoebe Roze adding to the life-affirming message. A truly wonderful story of accepting change and embracing your new world, one day at a time.'
-- My Book Corner
'This gorgeous, GORGEOUS nature book cannot fail to spark a love of the great outdoors in youngsters and their adults... Young nature-lovers will learn about these charming animals without noticing, swept away by a multi-generational narrative sure to strike a chord with many families.'
-- Barbara Henderson for Kids' Literature Scotland
'Ward's geographical knowledge and passion for conservation shine through in the pages of this book, as does Phoebe Roze's love of the landscapes and nature of Scotland... There's much to engage young readers and delight them in the wonders of the natural world.'
-- LoveReading4Kids
'A touching story about accepting the flow of life, and the healing power of nature. With some fun beaver facts thrown in!'
-- Scottish Wild Beaver Group
'This is such a special narrative non-fiction book about beavers and how fascinating and important they are... The text is gentle and lyrical and the illustrations of the Scottish countryside are stunning. All children will learn something important from this story and feel more connected with nature by the end of it.'
-- Mum of Boys Northeast (Instagram)
'This book is full of sweet illustrations and is perfect for learning about beavers. I think any child would find all their fun quirks and skills fascinating.'
-- Wending Words (Instagram)
'A story filled with family love, protection and care and one of hope in better times and (hopefully) new beginnings. Truly special and very moving.'
-- The Kids Bookstagrammer (Instagram)
'The blend of a story about moving, intergenerational wisdom and factual information is executed beautifully and the dreamy watercolour illustrations are perfection.'
-- The Little Literary Society (Instagram)
More details
Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
Target group
Children/juvenile
Interest Age: From 3 to 6 years
Product notice
Picture book
Illustrations
colour illustration
Dimensions
Height: 228 mm
Width: 266 mm
Thickness: 6 mm
Weight
192 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-78250-935-6 (9781782509356)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Catherine Ward is a children's author and geographer, with experience working in primary schools and a passion for wildlife conservation. She is also the author of The Emerald Forest. Catherine lives with her family in Leicestershire. Phoebe Roze is an illustrator from the Scottish Highlands who is inspired by the landscapes, nature and folklore of Scotland. She has created work for The Folio Society, Glasgow Children's Hospital and Dundee City Council. By the Beaver Pool is her first picture book.