Monochrome baby books and flash cards inspired by a love of wildlife.
Monochrome baby books and flash cards inspired by a love of wildlife.
Who’s behind the brand?
I am Ruth Bradford, creator of The Little Black & White Book Project. I create animal themed black and white illustrations for babies and toddlers to help their early development and inspire a love for wildlife from as early an age as possible. I started the business just after my son was born after finding the range of black and white books on the market really underwhelming. Having the business really helped me through those early months of being a new mum as something I could focus on that was just for me. I've always wanted to create a business that gives back to the planet which is why I donate 25% of profits to wildlife charities.
One day I hope to have a fund where projects can apply for funding for conservation work or research trips. I really want to prove that people and planet can both profit! My dream is also that owning one of my books or sets of flash cards becomes a rite of passage to welcome every little new person to our amazing planet and helps fuel their imagination about all the wonderful things that live in the world.
What we love about the brand?
I first came across The Little Black & White Book Project when Ruth was the guest speaker at a Mamatribe networking event. I loved her brand story and her positive “try everything, what’s the worst that can happen” attitude.The interactive black & white baby books and flash cards can be used from birth providing entertainment and stimulation for babies development. The flash cards have fun animal facts to compliment the illustrations making them the perfect gift for toddlers and pre-schoolers to learn about wildlife. They really are the gift that keeps on giving!
Ruth has an immense passion for wildlife and the environment which shines through in her beautiful illustrations and her generous contributions to wildlife charities.
Parenting
‘A Little Bit Dotty’ is all about gifts for mums, babies and little ones so we thought it would be interesting if we asked Ruth a few parent related questions.