Books in World neighbors series

Children's picture book with collaged illustrations and short, accessible poems about the wild animals we often find in our suburban yards, city streets, and country house landscapes.Included are the Squirrel, Possum, Deer, Raccoon, Bear, No Elephant, Bat, Rabbit, Turtle, Garter Snake, Earthworm, Robin, Groundhog -- with collaged illustrations and a special poetic form for the Raccoon: the Racku. Primary age group is 6-7 -- but children as young as 3 can be read to and can appreciate the illustrations. This is the first book in the NEIGHBORS series. A companion, NEIGHBORS The Yard Critters TOO, will be published in early 2013. The underlying message of both books is that all creatures have a place in nature.

Third picture book in the NEIGHBORS series. Refers to certain fish, amphibians, and mammals we find in our oceans, rivers, lakes, streams, and ponds. Includes short accessible poems and collage illustrations of such critters as the Whale, Seahorse, Snapping Turtle, Minnow, and Salamander. The underlying message is that, like us, these critters need pure water to live, feed, and breed. With blurbs from naturalist Carl Safina and children's musician Jon Samson. Easily held and shared by parents, caregivers, and teachers eager to explore poetry and nature with their children/students.