Animal Homes: Ocean - Illustrated by Natasha Durley

Dive deep and discover the ocean’s many hidden homes
Animal Homes: Ocean is a bright, tactile board book that introduces little explorers to the amazing creatures that live beneath the waves. Starting in the darkest depths of the ocean, where strange glowing animals swim in silence, children travel layer by layer through chilly waters, past fearsome jaws and swirling currents, all the way up to the colourful coral reefs bustling with life near the surface.

With chunky, shaped pages perfect for small hands and bold illustrations by Natasha Durley, this book makes learning about marine habitats fun, memorable, and beautifully visual. It’s a fresh and friendly introduction to ocean ecology for toddlers and preschoolers, perfect for early STEM learning.

Why we (and schools) love it:

• Perfect for early STEM learning: Introduces ocean ecosystems through simple, engaging language and vibrant art.
• Interactive and durable: Chunky, shaped pages invite sensory exploration — ideal for curious little hands.
• Supports observation and vocabulary: Encourages naming animals, asking questions, and building curiosity about the natural world.

Author & Illustrator: Natasha Durley, Publisher: Templar Books, Format: Board Book
Pages: 14