Synopses & Reviews
Author/artist Joan Harris shares inspiring stories, sprinkled with humor and fascinating natural history information in THE LEAST OF THESE. As she did in her award-winning ONE WING'S GIFT: RESCUING ALASKA'S WILD BIRDS, Joan brings these gangly, delicate babies to life on the page in meticulously detailed, Audubon-like drawings. From Hurlly, a fuzzy, so-ugly-it's-cute baby buzzard, to impressive adult birds portrayed in spot art for reference, these drawings (and their accompanying stories) make this book an ideal gift for bird lovers of all ages. Included is an appendix of bird rescue centers and information on what to do if you find a baby bird.
Synopsis
Children can imagine just what kind of an animal they are when they are hungry, sleepy, playing, or even sad. This book is perfect for toddlers who are just learning to turn pages, and well as eager first-time readers. Animted images of wildlife will have children participating in story time, and even making up their own scenarios.
Synopsis
Children can visualize themselves as a hungry bear, a scared deer, a strong bull moose, or a loved mountain lion cub nestled in his mother's arms. Each photo and easy to read text helps children relate to animal behavior and come to realize how their own feelings change in various situations.
About the Author
Laurie Tye writes children's books, short stories, and poetry. She holds degrees in both education and American Sign Language. She graduated from Brigham Young University and studied in Europe. She is a teacher and interpreter for the deaf and hard of hearing.
Tom Mangelsen is one of the world's premeir nature photographers. He has a background in wildlife biology, and received an Honorary Fellowship by the Royal Photographic Society in 2002. He was named North American Nature Photographer of the year in 2000 and BBC's Wildlife Photographer of the year in 1994.