This author brings a rich background in visual storytelling from a nine-year tenure at Pixar Animation Studios to the world of children's books. Collaborating with top artists and storytellers on films like Up, Cars 2, Inside Out, and Coco honed their craft. Now, these skills are channeled into creating engaging narratives and illustrations for young readers. Their work is characterized by a playful spirit and visual sophistication designed to capture a child's imagination.
Deep in the tropical forest of Costa Rica, ten sticky frog eggs cling to a leaf. Only nine eggs hatch. Only eight tadpoles wind up in the water below. How many will grow into red-eyed treefrogs? Step into a dense lowland wet forest and take a dazzling journey into the life of the colourful red-eyed treefrog
Set against the backdrop of Kaua'i, this ecological fable tells the poignant story of the Kaua'i 'o'o bird, whose beautiful song once enriched the island's life. As human presence grew, the bird's numbers dwindled, leading to its eventual extinction. The narrative highlights themes of conservation, invasive species, and the fragility of ecosystems while offering a lyrical tribute to a lost species. Vibrant illustrations engage young readers, inspiring a sense of responsibility toward protecting biodiversity and the environment.
Eliot se imagina a sí mismo navegando por ríos salvajes y descubriendo bestias gigantescas, ¡en su propia manzana! Pero el chico quisiera que sus aventuras fueran de verdad. El abuelo de Eliot, El Capitán, una vez surcó mares peligrosos en su propio barco, rumbo a tierras muy lejanas, pero no puede seguir haciéndolo. ¿Podrán Eliot y El Capitán descubrir una aventura de verdad... juntos?