Little Naturalists: John James Audubon Painted Birds

by Kate Coombs, Seth Lucas (Artist)

Overview

Introduce your baby to the stunning artwork of famous naturalist John James Audubon.

John James Audubon was an ornithologist, naturalist, and painter. He is known for his stunning illustrations and paintings of North American birds in their natural habitats, painting over 700 species discovering 25 new kinds of birds during his lifetime. John James Audubon Painted Birds shares his legacy and his love of nature with budding bird-watchers through a clever poem and gorgeous illustrations. As Audubon said, “the world is not given by [our] fathers, but borrowed from [our] children.”

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781423651512
Publisher:	Smith, Gibbs Publisher
Publication date:	03/19/2019
Series:	Little Naturalist
Pages:	22
Product dimensions:	6.80(w) x 6.80(h) x 0.60(d)
Age Range:	3 Months to 3 Years

About the Author

Kate Coombs has written several books for children, including the award winning poetry collection Water Sings Blue and most recently Goodnight Mr. Darcy. A former teacher of every grade from kindergarten through college, Kate makes her home in Utah.

Seth Lucas is an illustrator and designer with a BFA in graphic design. He is the co-creator of Ello There Outdoors selling prints and accessories supporting the National Parks and outdoors. He lives in Indianapolis, Indiana, with his wife and daughter.

Editorial Reviews

Share the magic of world-renowned painter and ornithologist John James Audubon in this lively board book filled with soft colors and gently flowing rhymes. Young nature lovers will delight in identifying wings, beaks, eggs, and nests while imagining the beauty of birds in flight and midsong. The book is perfect for reading aloud or encouraging small hands to turn pages, look for details, or enjoy cultivating appreciation for the many facets of feathered friends.

Foreword Reviews

Introduce your baby to the stunning artwork of famous naturalist John James Audubon. John James Audubon was an ornithologist, naturalist, and painter. He is known for his stunning illustrations and paintings of North American birds in their natural habitats, painting over 700 species discovering 25 new kinds of birds during his lifetime. John James Audubon Painted Birds shares his legacy and his love of nature with budding bird-watchers through a clever poem and gorgeous illustrations. As Audubon said, “the world is not given by [our] fathers, but borrowed from [our] children.

Provo Library Children's Book Reviews