Regina Shklovsky – illustratör

Cultivate your child's sense of wonder and gratitude for our ever-present friend, Earth, with this charming, circle-shaped board book—perfect for preschoolers learning about the planet and their place in the solar system."Visually arresting and informative." —School Library Journal "…an especially and unreservedly recommended fun and informative pick." —Midwest Book Review Introduce little ones to our place in the solar system with Our Friend Earth, a circle-shaped ode to the planet we call home. Life on Earth is a gift from the sun. Like day and night, the people, places, and things we love come and go. But while our days are full of flux, the Earth is our constant companion, an unconditional friend who reminds us we are never alone. Gratitude for the Earth begins with awareness. After reading Our Friend Earth, children will love pointing to the ground under their feet and recognizing it as Earth, their forever friend. From the diagram in the back of the book, they can learn how day and night cycle around the Earth as it rotates in the light of the sun.

The award-winning coming-of-age story is now available in paperback!Bank Street Books - 2022 Best Children’s Books of the Year (STEM Selection) Silver Winner in the PubWest Book Design Awards (Children’s/YA - Illustrated category) “This illuminating tale simultaneously serves as a primer on the loon and a satisfying, well-paced chronicle of progress.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review Ooo aaa woo woo! Papa Loon’s voice calls out long and strong across the water. He warns of danger. He defends his family’s home. He even wards off predators. But Peep! Eep! Squeak! Little Loon’s voice is nothing like his Papa’s. When an eagle attacks, will Little Loon find his voice in time? A water bird found throughout much of North America, loons are famous for their echoing calls. Little Loon Finds His Voice is the endearing, coming-of-age tale of one little loon finding his voice, and with it, his place in the world. Breathtaking illustrations transport readers to misty lakes and towering pines, and informative loon facts at the end detail the life and habits of these enchanting birds. “Share this with readers who have heard loons’ calls in the wild.” —Kirkus Reviews

Have you ever seen a wetland fairy? This luxuriously paced tale of the wetlands' most secretive inhabitants weaves rich fantasy with fun wetlands facts. Meet Jack and Mini, and listen as they give you a tour of their wetlands home. Whether swimming with the smolts, attending frog pond sing-alongs, or watching the Pickleweed Parade, there is fun to be had in every corner of the wetlands. So find yourself a spot to sit, and if you are very, very lucky, you might just see the magic for yourself.