Kid’s Author-Illustrator Event: Yuval Zommer 'Our Forests' (Ages 5 - 11)

Happy Reading Children’s Bookshop is very proud to host an event with award-winning and bestselling author, illustrator - Yuval Zommer! Meet Yuval Zommer! Our Forests – An Author & Illustrator EventSaturday 28th November 2026 Recommended for ages 5 - 11 HE'S BACK! We're absolutely delighted to welcome bestselling author and illustrator Yuval Zommer back to Happy Reading Children's Bookshop! Yuval's previous visits have been a HUGE hit with our bookshop community, with events selling out incredibly quickly – and we're thrilled to be hosting him once again to celebrate his breathtaking new book, Our Forests, published by Thames & Hudson. Join us for a wonderful journey into the heart of the world's most extraordinary forests, discovering remarkable wildlife, beautiful habitats and the wonders of our natural world through Yuval's distinctive illustrations and storytelling. And with the festive season just around the corner, Yuval will be bringing a little seasonal magic to our forest adventure, drawing on his love of trees, wildlife and the importance of caring for our planet. Yuval's events are always a joy for children and grown-ups alike, combining his infectious enthusiasm for nature with his extraordinary artistic talent. Places are limited, and previous events with Yuval have sold out very quickly, so early booking is strongly recommended! ABOUT OUR FORESTS Are you ready to explore some of the most extraordinary forests on Earth? From the steamy rainforests of the Amazon to the snowy forests of Canada, the ancient woodlands of Britain and the beautiful bamboo forests of China, Our Forests takes readers on a breathtaking adventure around our planet. Along the way, we'll meet some truly remarkable creatures! Discover giant otters swimming through the Amazon rainforest, wild wolves returning to Germany's Black Forest, and the legendary Robin Hood hiding among the ancient trees of Sherwood Forest. Explore the incredible diversity of forest habitats, from tropical rainforests in central Africa to the wintry boreal forests of Canada, and discover why these extraordinary places are so important to the health of our planet. Beautifully illustrated and bursting with fascinating details, Our Forests is the second book in Yuval Zommer's Our Wonders series. A wonderful celebration of wildlife, biodiversity and the importance of protecting the natural world, this is a book to inspire young explorers, nature lovers and budding environmentalists everywhere! ABOUT YUVAL ZOMMER Yuval Zommer is an award-winning and internationally bestselling author, illustrator and environmentalist whose extraordinary books have inspired children around the world to discover and celebrate the wonders of nature. A graduate of the Royal College of Art, Yuval worked as a creative director at leading advertising agencies before turning his talents to children's books. His hugely popular Big Book series has become a worldwide publishing phenomenon, with more than 2.2 million copies in print across 28 languages. Through his beautiful illustrations, fascinating observations and infectious enthusiasm for the natural world, Yuval encourages young readers to look more closely at the extraordinary wildlife and habitats that surround us. Yuval has also explored the special place trees hold in our lives through his previous Christmas-tree story, making this a particularly lovely time of year to celebrate forests, nature and the importance of protecting them for future generations. We're incredibly honoured to welcome Yuval back to Happy Reading, where his previous visits have been among our most popular author and illustrator events! AT THIS SPECIAL EVENT, CHILDREN WILL: 🌳 Meet award-winning author and illustrator Yuval Zommer and discover his beautiful new book, Our Forests 🦦 Journey through extraordinary forests around the world, meeting remarkable creatures along the way 🐺 Discover fascinating facts about forest wildlife, from giant otters to wolves and other woodland inhabitants 🎨 Enjoy a creative experience inspired by Yuval's wonderful illustrations and the natural world 🌲 Explore the magic of trees and forests, with a little festive inspiration woven into the adventure! 🌍 Discover why forests are so important to our planet and why protecting them matters 💬 Have the opportunity to ask Yuval questions about his books, illustrations and love of nature ✍️ Meet Yuval and have their books personally signed 📚 Take home their very own copy of Our Forests to continue exploring the wonders of our planet! ALL FOR JUST £5 PER CHILD! Join us for a truly special celebration of books, illustration, wildlife and the natural world, with a sprinkling of seasonal magic, alongside one of children's publishing's most beloved creators. Booking essential – places are limited! Important Information: • Suitable for children aged 5 -1 1 • Event duration: approx. 45 minutes + signing • Ticket price: £5 per child (includes a hardback copy of the book, usually £14.99) • Booking is essential — spaces are limited! • The bookshop is on the first floor, accessed via a flight of stairs. • Children will sit for the reading, then move to a play/craft table for activities. All materials are provided and age-appropriate. • Adults may stay for the event (limited seating available) or relax with a coffee and pastry downstairs in STAPLE. • If you can’t attend, please let us know so we can offer your space to another family. • Photos may be taken for social media (backs of heads only). Please let us know at the start of the session if you prefer your child not to be included. 📧 Questions? Contact: [email protected]