The BabyLit Little Naturalists series is a collection of charming board books for children, often featured in discussions of engaging early reader literature. Created by author Kate Coombs, these books introduce babies and toddlers to famous artists, authors, and scientists who loved nature through simple narratives and bright illustrations, encouraging young readers to “Be Adventurous” and “Be Kind”
The Adventures of John Muir
John Muir was a Scottish-born American naturalist, author who became known as “Father of the National Parks.”
Ansel Adams and his Camera
Ansel Adams was twelve years old when he received his first camera on a trip to Yosemite National Park.
Beatrix Potter Wrote Stories
Beatrix Potter had a love for animals from an early age, and she grew up drawing and painting them with amazing detail and accuracy.
George Washington Carver Loved Plants
George Washington Carver was born the son of a slave near the end of the Civil War. When he was a baby, he and his mother were kidnapped by raiders.
John James Audubon Painted Birds
John James Audubon was an ornithologist, naturalist, and painter.
Johnny Appleseed
John Chapman, known as “Johnny Appleseed,” planted apple tree nurseries all over Pennsylvania, Ontario, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, and West Virginia.
Wangari Maathai Planted Trees
Wangari Maathai was a Kenyan environmentalist and women’s rights activist who often clashed with the government over her efforts to plant trees, conserve forest land, and bring democracy to the country
Teddy Roosevelt Loved the Outdoors
Theodore “Teddy” Roosevelt suffered from severe asthma as a child, but he was determined to become stronger.
Greta Thunberg Takes a Stand
Greta Thunberg first heard about global warming when she was 8 years old and she was very troubled by it.
Jane Goodall Is a Friend to All
Jane Goodall loved animals from the time she was a child.
Henry David Thoreau in the Woods
Henry David Thoreau was an American author, poet, historian, and philosopher.
Georgia O'Keeffe Loved the Desert
Georgia O’Keeffe went to art school in Chicago and New York, but when she saw the New Mexico desert, she fell in love.
More about babylit
BabyLit® was created in 2011 by Suzanne Gibbs Taylor as a way to introduce young children to the world of classic literature through fun, stylish, and accessible board books. As an imprint of Gibbs Smith, BabyLit® specializes in thoughtfully designed books that blend early learning concepts—like counting, colors, opposites, and emotions—with the timeless stories of beloved authors such as Jane Austen, William Shakespeare, and Charles Dickens. Crafted for curious hands and busy little learners, these sturdy board books are perfect for reading at home, in the car, or wherever your day takes you. These books turn everyday moments into opportunities to spark imagination and foster a lifelong love of reading right from the start.
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