John Audubon and the World of Birds for Kids: His Life and Works, with 21 Activities Volume 76 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781641606189)

John James Audubon's passion for birds inspired a national movement to protect birds and their habitats.

As a child, John would often skip school to roam the countryside. He collected bird nests, unique stones, bits of moss, and other items of interest and developed his talent for creating dramatic bird portraits and skills for observing them in the wild.

Using his abilities as an acute observer, skilled writer, and exceptional artist, Audubon wrote and illustrated a book, Birds of America. Cataloging all these creatures took enormous time and effort--but even more difficult was finding a way to publish it. To make his book a reality he had to persuade wealthy investors to support his dream. The stories of his adventures pursuing the unique birds of the America captured the imagination of audiences.

Audubon became a larger-than-life figure and dubbed himself "the American Woodsman." Years after his death his artwork is still considered a major accomplishment that inspired a greater interest in American birdlife.

John Audubon and the World of Birds for Kids includes 21 hands-on activities and valuable resources for budding ornithologists hiking in his footsteps.

Author: Michael Elsohn Ross
ISBN-10: 1641606185
ISBN-13: 9781641606189
Publisher: Chicago Review Press
Language: English
Published: 09/27/2022
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.06lbs
Size: 11.01h x 8.45w x 0.32d

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 06/01/2022
Booklist 07/01/2022 pg. 63