Arthur Scott Bailey

Arthur Scott Bailey was an author whose works are centered in the animal, bird, and insect worlds. He offered his readers stories that wove natural history into engaging narratives, winning the approval of educators without arousing the suspicions of his young readers. Bailey made it a habit to never 'write down' to children, frequently using words beyond the average juvenile vocabulary, believing that youngsters respond to the stimulus of the unfamiliar. His approach to children's literature was both captivating and educational.