I'm so happy to be illustrating this exciting chapter book series written by Tracy Blom and published by Paw Prints Publishing.
Here's the overview: The Magic Tree House meets Zoey and Sassafras in this new beginner chapter book series for both fantasy and STEAM lovers!
A self-professed bug lover, Lissa comes across a miraculous magical lens on her ninth birthday that allow her to communicate with bugs. Sounds fun, but the forest and the garden behind Lissa’s house is sick — poisoned—and all the bugs and flora are in danger. Thankfully, before long she’s summoned by a band of fireflies to help.
Things take an even stranger turn when the magical lens give Lissa’s friend, Wren, the supernatural ability to spit out scientific names, chemistry equations, and facts about bugs that she never knew before! Together, the two friends team up to investigate, all with the clock ticking. Will they save their community and discover what could be hurting their ecosystem?
Coming summer 2025!Presented narratively, this title captivates young learners, emphasizing pollinators' vital role in our planet's survival. It conveys that even small creatures wield significant influence, illustrating pollinators' continuous journey for food.
The intricate dance between pollinators and flowers is nature's wisdom in action. As flowers beckon, pollinators respond, playing a pivotal role in life's cycle. This dynamic exchange narrates the story of pollination, where pollinators fertilize plants while obtaining sustenance.
Key Features:
- Engages young learners, emphasizing pollinators' life-giving role.
- Conveys that even small creatures make enormous Earth contributions.
- Educates about 24/7 global pollination value.
- Makes pollination understanding visual and accessible.
- Provides a closer look at pollination as a story.
This is my second book with Schiffer Kids Publishing!
And last but not least, both of these picture books were my first venture into working with an independent publisher through Reedsy. It was a great experience and I'd do it again in a heartbeat. You can find more about these titles at https://abcadventures.kids/.
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Author and Illustrator Panel Discussion. That's Claudia Mills speaking in the foreground |
My book table display |
Douglas County School District Legacy Campus |
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Storytime Series at Fort Collins Nursery |
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Beth Anderson presenting her book, Thomas Jefferson's Battle for Science: Bias, Truth, and a Mighty Moose. |