Nature Books with Photographer Rick Lieder

In these seven books, Helen Frost and Rick Lieder invite children (and others!) to explore and learn more about the natural world.

Our seventh book. Perfect for children of all ages who care about the natural world and are learning about pollination and pollinators.

Wait--and See

Observe a praying mantis–watch it closely and see what happens. What else do you see?

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection
“A reminder of the wonders we can see in nature if we slow down and pay attention.” Kirkus

Hello, I’m Here! exclaims a Sandhill Crane chick as it first discovers its brother and parents, and then the world.

Wake Up!—it’s springtime, and the world is full of new life. Baby animals and their parents are wide awake. Are you?

If you are very attentive Among a Thousand Fireflies, you may see how two fireflies flash their lights until they find each other.

Sweep Up the Sun—look up and imagine you are a bird, swooping and soaring, then coming home to rest.

Step Gently Out into your own backyard, or closest city park, and look closely. You will find insects looking back at you.

For graduation or for anyone setting out on a new venture:

Step Gently Out

Sweep Up the Sun

For engagement or wedding:

Among a Thousand Fireflies

For Easter or other springtime holidays:

Wake Up!

Hello, I’m Here!

To welcome a new baby:

Hello, I’m Here!

Special gifts for bird-lovers:

Sweep Up the Sun

Hello, I’m Here!