Joanne Ryder Series

Joanna Ryder crafts works that uniquely blend poetry and science, inviting young readers into the world of wild animals through her innovative 'Just for a Day' series. Her writing encourages children to imagine inhabiting the lives of creatures, from sea otters to Tyrannosaurus rex. Ryder's approach often explores themes of transformation and desire, particularly the wish for flight, helping children decide which wings they would choose. Her books skillfully merge imaginative narratives with scientific curiosity.