Jennifer Ward is the author of numerous children's books, all of
which present nature to kids. Her award-winning titles have been
featured in magazines such as Ranger Rick, Your Big Backyard,
Learning, and Foreword, and she has been interviewed and featured
on national television and local radio. She is a regular speaker at
conferences and schools across the country, where she instills the
importance of literacy and the wonders waiting to be discovered in
the natural world.To learn more about the author, Jennifer Ward,
visit her website at jenniferwardbooks.com.
Susie Ghahremani is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of
Design. Her artwork, which combines her love of nature, animals,
music and patterns, has appeared in the New York Times, Nickelodeon
Magazine, and Martha Stewart Kids, and has recieved illustration
awards from American Illustration, the Alternative Pick, and Giant
Robot.To learn more about the illustrator, Susie Ghahremani, visit
her website at boygirlparty.com.
“Here is the potential for much fun, many meaningful
experiences—and a trove of shared stories.”—Richard Louv, from the
foreword
“There may be no better way to ensure the well-being of the natural
world tomorrow than to introduce children to its many small wonders
today. Through a series of accessible activities designed to engage
young minds and all five senses, this book reminds us of—even
celebrates—the magic to be found right outside our own back
doors.”—Todd Christopher, cofounder of National Wildlife
Federation’s Green Hour
“I Love Dirt! is a perfect book for parents, teachers, or anyone
who cares about children and nature. A nature-lover herself,
Jennifer Ward has done an excellent job creating a collection of
fun, interactive ways for children everywhere to connect with
nature and combat the growing negative impact of sedentary, indoor
lifestyles on our youth.”—David Mizejewski, naturalist, National
Wildlife Federation, and host of Animal Planet’s Backyard
Habitat
“A perfect companion to your nature center and hiking trail
excursions!”—Nashville Parent
“A wonderful resource for parents. This book could be the ticket to
many wonderful memories for both parent and child.”—Portland Book
Review
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