Brian Wildsmith's Animal Gallery

Brian Wildsmith's Animal Gallery is a visually rich introduction to the animal kingdom, showcasing a diverse array of creatures in their natural habitats. Each page features a different animal group, from a "flotilla of swordfish" to a "rafter of turkeys," highlighting their collective nouns alongside Wildsmith's iconic, vibrant illustrations. This book is perfect for children aged 4-11, offering both artistic beauty and an engaging way to learn new vocabulary and facts about animals. It encourages observation, sparks curiosity about the natural world, and celebrates the wonder of language.

Discover a troop of kangaroos, an ambush of tigers, a rafter of turkeys, and a flotilla of swordfish in this glorious introduction to the animal kingdom from internationally acclaimed artist Brian Wildsmith. A lion yawns lazily in the grass. Curious giraffes crane their long necks. Step into this rich world of animals from an extraordinary illustrator whose work influenced generations of younger artists. Each animal’s essence is strikingly captured, from the playfulness of otters to a noisy gathering of parrots, while panoramic pictures give a real sense of the animals’ habitats. Collective nouns — some familiar, others wonderfully surprising — are used to describe each group of animals. Brian Wildsmith’s stunning illustrations will inspire a love of nature and a respect for animals from the earliest age.