Author David Chapman has launched another book in his ‘Daddy & I Explore’ children’s series.‘Daddy & I Explore The Farm’ highlights issues such as sustainable development, agriculture and farming for a young audience.Mr Chapman says his books, donated to local schools with the help of sponsorship from HSBC, aim to help youngsters with their literacy skills, as well as developing an appreciation for their environment.He says they also promote the “important social value of parents spending quality time with their children”.He said in a press release: “As part of this overall aim, ‘Daddy and I Explore Books’ has always sought to integrate the books to be used as a resource in the public and private school system in Bermuda so that the opportunity to capture the value of the series was fully available to young Bermudians across the national spectrum.“Thanks to HSBC Bermuda we have been able to accomplish this aim and in this year’s economic climate I feel the donation capacity allowing schools to gain quality resources without cost becomes even more relevant.”HSBC Bermuda CEO Phil Butterfield said in a statement: “HSBC has been a great supporter of the ‘Daddy and I Explore’ children’s book series since its inception.“We are delighted to partner with David and deliver the most recent publication, The Farm, to our children. Successful initiatives such as this gift of books for Bermuda’s young readers contribute to the continued success and well being of our community.”The press release added: “The content of this title is relevant to today’s Bermuda as it looks to highlight key issues that young Bermudians need to consider toward Bermuda’s sustainable development, specifically where their food comes from and the importance of farming and agriculture.”The book is also said to act as an introduction into the ecological principles behind farming, such as soil structure and food chains, highlighting local produce and machinery used in the agriculture.