Review: The Haunted Jungle by Nathan Stafford & Kelly Hughes

The Adventures of Nathan's Lawns and Gardens 

Social media sensation Nathan Stafford, along with his partner Kelly Hughes, have produced an engaging and fun picture book that delivers an important message of kindness to others.

Nathan likes to help deserving members of the community. He mows lawns and tidies gardens where they have grown out of control and become overwhelming for the residents.

Illustrated by Vaughan Duck

Publisher: Self Published

Publication date: 18th September 2025

Series: The Adventures of Nathan's Lawns and Gardens #1

Genre: Children's Picture Book

Pages: 30

RRP: $22.00AU (hardcover)

Source: Own purchase

There were scary noises coming from Nanny Nancy's yard and the local children called it The Haunted Jungle and stayed well away.

Follow along on this fun adventure as Nathan and his trusty lawnmower Turbo uncover the mystery of The Haunted Jungle and help out a neighbour along the way.

The book features delightful double page colour spreads illustrated in cartoon style by Vaughan Duck with lots of behind the scene placements, little things that bring the story to life. Such as, the pair of sneakers hanging on the telegraph lines and the little water bottle sitting beside the basketball court.

I loved the cute little gnomes placed throughout the story. They create an engaging look and find element to the book.

The Haunted Jungle is a story that teaches young readers about performing acts of kindness without expecting rewards.

At the back of the book is a labelled illustration of Nathan's safety gear and Turbo's mower parts.

Bravo Nathan and Kelly, The Haunted Jungle is a fun picture book that I'm certain will be loved by children everywhere.

Follow Nathan's Lawns and Gardens on Facebook where he has 5.7 million followers and on Instagram where he has 3 million followers. I never thought I would be so engrossed in someone mowing lawns. 🤣

🏥A portion of the proceeds from each book will go to Westmead Children's Hospital.

My rating 5 / 5 🍃🍃🍃🍃🍃

Recommended age: 3 - 8 years

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