Mad About Minibeasts! - Author Giles Andreae

Mad About Minibeasts! – A Colourful Rhyming Adventure in the Garden!

Step into the garden and meet a world of wriggly, buzzy, fluttery friends in Mad About Minibeasts!, the joyful picture book by Giles Andreae, illustrated with vibrant charm. Perfect for ages 0–5, this 32-page read-aloud invites children to explore nature’s tiniest creatures through bouncy, humorous rhymes and playful sound words.

From slugs to snails, ladybirds to butterflies, each page introduces a new minibeast with delightful rhymes that are perfect for reading aloud at home or in class. A brilliant introduction to the outdoors, this book encourages curiosity, observation, and a love for the natural world.

Why schools love it:

• Supports early science learning – A fun and accessible way to explore biodiversity, habitats, and insect life.
• Boosts phonemic awareness – Rhyming and alliteration help develop listening and language skills.
• Encourages outdoor curiosity – Inspires children to notice and engage with the world around them.

Other titles in the ‘Mad About...’ series  and Giles Andreae, you can find in our shop:
Mad About Dinosaurs
Farmyard Hullabaloo 
Mad About Mega Beasts