Neal Layton

  • 5 stars across 35 books
Many of Neal's ideas come from his childhood, and now he's grown up, from being a parent. He has illustrated more than 60 books to date, working with authors such as Michael Rosen and Cressida Cowell, and won several prizes including a Gold Award for 'That Rabbit belongs to Emily Brown'. He also writes his own books including the pop-up book'The Story of Everything' and the best selling 'Mammoth Academy Series'. His books are currently in print in more that 16 languages worldwide. He now lives in Southsea, Portsmouth with his wife and two daughters. He likes living by the seaside.
2nd September 2021

A World Full of Wildlife: and how you can protect it

Every animal and plant on earth is part of an incredible WEB OF LIFE. But living things are disappearing all over the ... MoreA World Full of Wildlife: and how you can protect it

(11 reviews) Review
14th September 2023

The Story of Stars

Each night as the sun goes down and the sky grows dark, STARS come out. But what are stars? Where are they? And what rol... MoreThe Story of Stars

(10 reviews) Review
19th October 2006

The Story of Everything

This pop-up book is literally larger than life! Neal's unique perspective on Evolution, the beginnings of the world and ... MoreThe Story of Everything

(5 reviews) Review
15th May 2008

Mammoth Academy: Mammoth Academy On Holiday

Stinking, rubbish-infested rivers to swim in, nature walks minus the nature and Giant Sloth cooking dinner. This can on... MoreMammoth Academy: Mammoth Academy On Holiday

(2 reviews) Review
15th April 2007

Mammoth Academy: In Trouble

There's not much worse than having to go back to school after the holidays. Except perhaps if you return and there'... MoreMammoth Academy: In Trouble

(2 reviews) Review
7th September 2006

Mammoth Academy: Mammoth Academy

There comes a point in every young mammoth's life when it's time to grow up a bit and join the Mammoth Academy. Arabella... MoreMammoth Academy: Mammoth Academy

(2 reviews) Review
5th May 2016

The Tree: An Environmental Fable

A delightful picture book with a wonderful twist which encourages young children to think about the way animals and huma... MoreThe Tree: An Environmental Fable

(2 reviews) Review
14th May 2020

Eco Explorers: A Climate in Chaos: and how you can help

Our world is warming up, and it's a big problem. Award-winning author-illustrator Neal Layton is here to explain what c... MoreEco Explorers: A Climate in Chaos: and how you can help

(2 reviews) Review
6th March 2014

This Is Me, Dressing Up!

A delightfully fun first concept book from the acclaimed Neal Layton, designed to encourage early development. ... MoreThis Is Me, Dressing Up!

(1 review) Review
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