Siski Kalla
Award-winning author and illustrator of science-led creative non-fiction
www.siskikallaillustration.com
Books by Siski Kalla
I specialise in creative non-fiction books about urban wildlife – the creatures we can all find right on our doorsteps! I'm autistic and have also written and illustrated a book, Gertie is Not All Dogs, about being neurodiverse but from a dog's POV! I think laughter is an important way to engage children, and so I try to infuse all my stories and presentations with a little humour.
978-1-0684694-5-9
Let's Explore Hedgehogs: An urban wildlife explorers book
Discover how hedgehogs can smell food that’s underground! Find out how they are like you (clue: it’s about drinking milk), how they’re different to spiny animals, as well as what to feed hogs in your neighbourhood, and how to protect them.
And make your own 3D hedgehog family, too!
978-1068612275
Let's Explore Ducks: An urban wildlife explorers book
Let’s Explore Ducks: An Urban Wildlife Explorers book is a fun, fact-filled adventure into the world of ducks – perfect for curious young minds! Bursting with laugh-out-loud moments, fascinating science, and beautiful watercolour illustrations, this book takes readers on a journey through parks, ponds, and city waterways to meet the feathered friends living right under our noses. Part of the Urban Wildlife Explorers series, it’s packed with tips on how kids can help protect ducks and local wildlife. Whether you're a budding naturalist or just ducking around, this is the perfect guide for young urban explorers!
978-1068612251
Let's Explore Snails: An urban wildlife explorers book
Discover the secret world of snails in this funny-but-scientific, mind-expanding guide for curious kids!
“I loved this book, and even learned lots of things about snails myself." James Fair, Wildlife Journalist for BBC Wildlife, BBC Countryfile and BBC Science Focus magazines
"Filled with beautiful illustrations and an important message about how we can all help snails and other wildlife." Sally-Ann Smurthwaite, Digital Content Manager, Earthwatch
“This super fun book ... is one I wish I had when I was growing up." Dr Sean McCormack, conservationist and wildlife presenter
Inside, you'll find thought-provoking questions, surprising facts, activities, and discover how to save snails (and the planet), with Siski Kalla's characterful watercolour illustrations ensuring everyone enjoys the read.
978-1-0684694-3-5
Let's Explore Pigeons: An urban wildlife explorers book
Discover how pigeons feed their babies with milk, can find their way home from hundreds of miles away, and how they recognise faces!
And make your own decorative pigeon, too!
978-1068469411
Let's Explore Moths: An urban wildlife explorers book
Did you know some moths fly in the day and are just as colourful as butterflies? Packed with surprising facts, some silliness, and beautiful watercolour illustrations, Let's Explore Moths: An urban wildlife explorers book takes curious kids aged 4–8 on a hilarious and educational journey into the world of these undervalued creatures. With science-backed information that relates directly to KS1 and KS2 curriculums, this engaging book is perfect for classrooms, bedtime reading, or curious little bug-lovers at home. From camouflage experts to moonlight (and daytime!) dancers, moths have never been this exciting!