Our Planet: The One Place We All Call Home

by Matt Whyman, David Attenborough (Foreword), Richard Jones (Illustrations)

The official children’s book to the Netflix original documentary series, Our Planet, with a foreword by Sir David Attenborough.



This glorious visual celebration of the natural world combines extraordinary photography from the series with stunning illustrations from acclaimed artist, Richard Jones. Lose yourself in icy landscapes, dense jungles and endless oceans. Learn how our fascinating habitats, and the plants and creatures living there, interconnect to create the one place we all call home – Our Planet.


This beautifully written and informative book for children has an uplifting message of hope that will strike a chord with all the family. The perfect gift for families the world over to treasure forever.



‘You will be among the next characters who can, if they wish, tell the most extraordinary story of all – how human beings in the twenty-first century came to their senses and started to protect Planet Earth’ Sir David Attenborough

Genres: Nonfiction, Childrens, Animals, Picture Books, Science

96 pages, Hardcover

First published October 31, 2019

About the author

Matt Whyman is an award-winning novelist and non-fiction writer. He has co-written bestselling books with some of the world’s leading figures in sport, high performance and popular culture including Gareth Southgate, Matthew Syed, Billy Connolly and Sir David Attenborough as well as the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team.

Reviews

[Mehsi · Rating 5 out of 5]

A gorgeous book about our planet. Our home. About animals, about plants, about what we could do to save the planet, because we can. Quite often I avoid books that preach about OMG we are doing bad and we need to do better and the world will end because it just makes me sad (and I am already sad enough most of the time, especially lately). But this one I couldn't leave and I am glad I brought it with me as it was an absolutely stunning book featuring tons of information and the preach levels aren't too high, it was all very nice and polite (if that is the correct word, I am sure in Dutch I could do better). It was way more positive than most books like this. We can save the world. There are possibilities. There are still chances. We just have to grab them.
The art in the book is beautiful, the photographs are pretty. The information about animals and various biomes was interesting and fun to read.

[Yv · Rating 4 out of 5]

Leuke eyeopener met pracht van platen. Het maakt je bewust wat de mens veroorzaakt. Het fijne is dat na elk hoofdstukken een paar tips worden gegeven om je bewustwording te vergroten en je te helpen je leven met kleine dingen aan te passen. Helaas zijn ze heel algemeen en hierdoor te breed te interpreteren. De informatie is kort en bondig en alleen waarschijnlijk niet genoeg. Ik heb de serie vorig jaar op Netflix gekeken en voor degenen die dat ook hebben gedaan is dit boek een mooie een waardevolle aanvulling.

[Sophie Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

We loved the variation of nature in this book, as well as the blend of photography and artwork. The text was not too overwhelming either as little paragraph long snippets of information. A gorgeous book to share and discuss.

[Adriana Merry · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5⭐️

[FLAMES (Roberta Frontini) · Rating 4 out of 5]

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[Fern · Rating 4 out of 5]

Through tropical jungles and endless oceans, from icy landscapes to arid deserts, Matt Whyman takes us on an unforgettable journey to the furthest corners of the world as we learn about our world's extraordinary wildlife.

Whyman has presented us with a glorious visual feast in Our Planet. Featuring a combination of remarkable photographs and charming illustrations from acclaimed artist, Richard Jones, each page breaths colour, energy and heart. As equally informative as it is captivating, this wonderful celebration of life is overflowing with fascinating facts, precise text and true stories, along with tips and advice on protecting and preserving our climate.

As the official children’s book to the Netflix original documentary series, Our Planet is conveniently divided into each ecosystem to complement each episode, perfect for children to follow along with, or pleasurably dip in and out of.

A beautiful love song to our planet. This book will be treasured by many.

[Răzvan Ursuleanu · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Planeta noastră” este o carte pe care ne bucurăm să o avem în bibliotecă pentru fotografiile superbe care însoțesc fiecare text, atât și nimic mai mult. Sau, ca să ne fie și mai clar, “Planeta noastră” este o carte cu poze pentru copii și în niciun caz o carte pentru oamenii mari, deoarece aceștia sunt cu siguranță familiarizați cu toate chestiunile ce sunt dezbătute la fiecare pagină.

De fapt, nu cred că mai există vreun cititor matur care să nu cunoască deja întregul conținut. De exemplu, preț de câteva capitole, se face referire la încălzirea globală și la speciile de animale amenințate cu dispariția. Mai sunt menționate, de asemenea, masivele defrișări de păduri, poluarea apelor curgătoare, poluarea mărilor și oceanelor (da, ne-am prins, este vorba despre teritoriul ce nu face parte din regiunea de uscat a planetei, nu era necesar să insistăm…) și procesul accelerat de deșertificare a unor zone întinse.

Alte exemple? Desigur. Reducerea îngrijorătoare a zonelor ce reprezintă un habitat natural pentru păsări și pentru animale, pescuitul oceanic masiv (ce pune într-un real pericol echilibrul piscicol planetar), și bineînțeles poluarea (nu doar a apelor, ci în general).

Nu, acum serios, mai există cineva care să nu stăpânească pe deplin acest bagaj de informații? Avea oare rost să mai răsară o carte în care să ni se repete încă o dată toate aceste lucruri arhicunoscute? Frumos ar fi fost ca Matt Whyman, autorul textelor, să lase în “Planeta noastră” doar pozele și eventual prefața scrisă de David Attenborough, altceva nu era necesar…

Foarte curios mi s-a părut și faptul că pe parcursul acestei lucrări ne sunt prezentate diferite sfaturi care să ne ajute să contribuim și noi la stoparea degradării planetei noastre. Deci chiar nu am înțeles de ce se face referire și la noi, cititorii…

Ce treabă avem noi, cititorii, cu stoparea degradării planetei noastre, când există persoane autorizate care se ocupă de această chestiune. Cercetători, diverși oameni de știință, organizații abilitate, practic o pleiadă de indivizi care pentru asta sunt ei plătiți, să se ocupe.

Adevărul este că a ajuns să se exagereze cu cererile pentru realizarea de activități ce nu sunt recompensate financiar. Suntem sătui până peste cap de tot acest “pro bono publico”, și mai ales acum, când avem de gestionat atâtea probleme personale, cum ar fi de exemplu joburile, facturile sau locurile de parcare.

Așadar, pe viitor, o carte despre planeta Pământ care să aibă doar poze frumos colorate eu zic că ar fi un demers suficient.

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[Beth Filar Williams · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was lovely - the images, drawings and photos. It was divided well into sections by ecosystems. The story and facts about our planet by region, and info on human impact and how we might help with climate change. I would have rated even higher except honestly I thought it was way too large of physical size to easily read and that was a big turn-off for me.

[Shane · Rating 5 out of 5]

As an Attenborough fan, this book is a delight & just the sort of thing I would have devoured as a kid myself. It has just enough information about each ecosystem in our world to engage enquiring minds, along with gorgeous pictures of course. The book uses an interesting mix of painting/drawing and photographs. It also includes some steps we can take to protect each ecosystem.

[Sandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

Seems pretty solid, really gorgeous photos and nice illustrations. Has table of contents, index, and glossary. I wish as well as broad sweeping declarations it would also give more hands on kid sized things to do to try to improve the environment.

[Marina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Este livro deveria ser lido em todas as escolas ! Pois é atrativo às crianças e de forma simples e eficaz trás muito conteúdo de reflexão e empatia pelos que compartilham o planeta conosco! E que assim pudessem crescer com a mente moldada a melhorar e a cuidar do nosso planeta e quem vive nele! ⠀

[Imagen · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great book about Earth and the importance of environmental protection. The author weaves scientific insights with compelling narratives in which kids are not only educated but they are inspired to reflect on their role in preserving the environment.

[Abbey · Rating 5 out of 5]

My god children love this book ❤

[Waashi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Quite Informative!

[Lilly M · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm a school teacher and I read this book to my students. The information was clear and easy to understand and we all enjoyed learning and discussing the changes occurring in biomes across the globe.

[Juul Van den berg · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ik las de Nederlandse versie. Lees mijn recensie hier:

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[Jo · Rating 3 out of 5]

Each chapter of this book complements an episode of the Netflix series of the same name. Written with younger readers in mind, the information is split into short sections with facts, illustrations and photographs taking readers on a journey through the icy poles, tropical forests and desert plains and everywhere in between.

With tips on how to care for the planet we inhabit it is perfect for the young nature lover full of fascinating facts that could teach most readers something new whatever their age.

Now I need to go and watch the series!

I received an eARC from the publishers via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

[Lynn Davidson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This big, inspiring, nature book begins with a foreward by David Attenborough. The illustrations – most being photography – and information are beautiful, amazing, and very interesting. Our fabulously stunning planet, which takes care of us, now desperately needs our care.
Contents include:
Foreward by David Attenborough;
A map of our planet;
One Planet

For the purposes of this book, our planet is divided into seven regions and for each region information for it is: all about (the region); stories from (the region); protecting our (the region).
Seven regions are:
Our Frozen Worlds;
Our Jungles;
Our Coastal Seas;
Our Deserts & Grasslands;
Our High Seas;
Our Fresh Water;
Our Forests.

Further inspiring and interesting information is under the headings:
One Chance;
One Future;
Our Amazing Planet;
Glossary.

[Insert Name Here · Rating 5 out of 5]

This beautiful book is a companion to the Netflix series. Stunning photos and illustrations show the great diversity of life in some of the remotest parts of our planet.

This book is specially designed for children as a companion to the series, with each chapter corresponding to an episode and featuring a different area of the planet, from frozen icy wastes to rich underwater communities. The book is illustrated in a mix of photos and cartoon-ish drawings. The colours are simply amazing; I spent a long time on certain ones, poring over them. I'd planned to give this book to a nephew when I'd read it, but I think now I'll keep it, at least for a while. I want to be able to look at it whenever I like. This is a book that demands slow reading, studying. Online reviews and spreads do it no justice at all.


The information is well written, too, simple enough for children without talking down to them. It's a fine line and one this book walks very well. Children will be entertained as they're learning - for instance, did you know that elephants can dig wells if their rivers dry up? I didn't!



The only problem I have with the book is that on a couple of pages, the black writing is set against deep blue sea water, making it difficult to read. It's not impossible, and that just is the colour of the picture so there wasn't much choice, but it did take a bit of effort.


That tiny nitpick aside, though, this is a wonderful, amazing book and is sure to be a hit with everyone who opens it.

[Jax · Rating 5 out of 5]

An absolutely perfect book to hook the next generation of nature lovers. Beautifully illustrated and more than enough interesting information to entice young minds to care about the environment.

VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

Thank you so much the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with a complimentary electronic copy in return for an honest review.

[Valleri · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a wonderfully amazing, comprehensive look at planet Earth and its inhabitants. Wildly appropriate for young minds, this book introduces everyone to the many ecosystems of the world, the creatures who live there, and the ways in which the world is changing all around them.

[Sara · Rating 4 out of 5]

An amazing book!