Susan Stockdale began her art career as a textile designer for the apparel industry, providing her an opportunity to express her love of pattern and color. Today, pattern and color remain central to her work as the author and illustrator of critically acclaimed picture books that celebrate nature. Her books have won a variety of awards including the ALSC Notable Children's Book, NCTE Notable Children's Books in the Language Arts, NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12, and the Bank Street College of Education Best Children's Books of the Year. Susan lives in Maryland with her husband and is a popular speaker at schools and conferences.
"The facts of zoology are both exciting and cuddly in this science
picture book with clear, bright acrylic illustrations. . . A
bibliography will lead to more fun reading about animals. The focus
on movement as well as the physical immediacy in words and pictures
make this a good choice to introduce science to the very
young."—Booklist
"A beautifully sweet look at how babies are carried, from insects
and birds, to mammals and fish, and ultimately to how your own
mother carried you. . . The illustrations are perfect for young
readers. Featuring simple lines and vibrant colors, they complement
the text by focusing on the interaction between the parent and
child. Sure to become a calm and soothing bedtime favorite."—Kirkus
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"The facts of zoology are both exciting and cuddly in this science
picture book with clear, bright acrylic illustrations. . . A
bibliography will lead to more fun reading about animals. The focus
on movement as well as the physical immediacy in words and pictures
make this a good choice to introduce science to the very
young."-Booklist
"A beautifully sweet look at how babies are carried, from insects
and birds, to mammals and fish, and ultimately to how your own
mother carried you. . . The illustrations are perfect for young
readers. Featuring simple lines and vibrant colors, they complement
the text by focusing on the interaction between the parent and
child. Sure to become a calm and soothing bedtime favorite."-Kirkus
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