Parrot Colours: A Child's Introduction to Colours in Nature

by David E McAdams, Bouquet (Illustrator)

Overview

As a grandfather to fifteen, I have read many books about colours to toddlers and young children. I found them uninspired. There is so much natural form and colour in this world: cartoon drawings just can not compete. I asked myself, "What in the world has enough primary colours to teach little ones?"

Then, I discovered Histoire Naturelle des Perroquets by François Levaillant. The images, created under the direction of Bouquet, Professor of Drawing, Prytanée of Paris in the early 1800's, were astounding. I had found the perfect medium for teaching colour names to children everywhere.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781632704641
Publisher:	Life Is a Story Problem LLC
Publication date:	02/28/2024
Series:	Colours in Nature
Edition description:	2nd ed.
Pages:	38
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.10(d)
Age Range:	Up to 6 Years

About the Author

Meet the Author: David E. McAdams

David E. McAdams is a storyteller, educator and lifelong explorer of ideas. With a career that spans decades in mathematics education and a deep love for writing, David has authored a wide array of books that blend learning with imagination. His work ranges from playful puzzle collections for young children to detailed explorations of mathematical constants, vocabulary guides and interactive learning resources-all designed to open doors to discovery.

David's journey began in the classroom, where he spent time teaching high school math and discovering a truth that would guide his work ever after: children learn best when they're engaged, curious and having fun. Over time, he noticed a critical gap in math education-students were struggling not just with concepts, but with the language of math itself. That insight led him to create All Math Words Dictionary, a comprehensive and kid-friendly resource to strengthen math vocabulary and improve comprehension.

But David didn't stop there. He began to write math-inspired books for young readers, books that delight as they teach. In One Penny, Two, a magical penny-doubling story unfolds with charm and wit. In What Is Bigger Than Anything?, children are introduced to the mind-stretching idea of infinity. His My Favorite Fractals and Geometric Nets Project Books invite children to explore patterns, numbers and geometry in tangible, joyful ways.

David's books are often playful, poetic and themed with real-world wonder: dinosaurs, fairy tales, space, stuffed animals, hide-and-seek, even swing sets. Each story or puzzle is crafted not only to teach, but to spark imagination. His recent projects include a collection of hundreds of math puzzles for six-year-olds and a themed series that blends math with everything kids love-ice cream cones, treasure hunts, magic tricks and more.

His work has been translated into several languages, including Bengali, making his joyful approach to learning accessible to even more children around the world. Whether he's counting stars or exploring the digits of Pi, David brings a deep sense of care and curiosity to every page.

Now retired from teaching, David enjoys gardening and the creative joy of writing. He continues to write daily, constantly dreaming up new ways to help children see the beauty of math, the power of language and the magic of asking, "What if?"