I love creating books that inspire teachers and students to step outside, explore, and connect with the natural world. My books are designed to make outdoor learning engaging, accessible, and fun for classrooms, families, and communities. Through the Outdoor Learning Store, my books reach readers around the world, helping bring nature into learning wherever it happens. Many school districts also purchase my books in bulk to support their Welcome to Kindergarten and Ready, Set, Learn! initiatives—if you’re interested in bulk orders or would like to explore how these books could support your program, send me an email and we can figure it out together!
Risky Play Gone Away is a playful, rhyming picture book that introduces young children to the joy and importance of taking risks in play. When three kids find their adventurous games shut down by cautious parents, they create a “Yes Space”—a safe place where imagination, creativity, and confidence can grow. With fun rhymes and engaging illustrations, this book helps early learners explore boundaries, develop problem-solving skills, and build resilience. Perfect for families, educators, and caregivers, it encourages children to balance safety and adventure while celebrating independence and the joy of discovery.
What Does It Mean to Care About Nature? introduces young children to the many ways they can love, respect, and protect the environment. Caring for nature doesn’t have to mean traveling far—it can start in your own community. With simple text and engaging illustrations, this book helps early learners notice the world around them, ask questions, and appreciate the beauty of nature. Co-written with Kelly Shuto, this fourth book in her series encourages children to develop a sense of responsibility and discover the joy of caring for the world they call home.
Finding Common Ground introduces children to the joys of friendship, self-discovery, and learning in nature. River is careful and thoughtful, while Sage is bold and adventurous—but together, they explore the outdoors and discover how their differences can be strengths. With simple text and engaging illustrations, this book helps young learners notice, reflect, and connect with both nature and one another. Perfect for teachers and caregivers in any learning environment, it encourages children to celebrate diversity, practice mindfulness, and uncover the beauty of finding common ground.
Trouver un terrain d’entente – Pour les jeunes enfants initie les tout-petits aux joies de l’amitié, de la découverte de soi et de l’apprentissage dans la nature. River est prudent et réfléchi, tandis que Sage est audacieux et aventureux—mais ensemble, ils découvrent comment leurs différences peuvent être des forces. Avec un texte simple et des illustrations attrayantes, ce livre aide les jeunes enfants à observer, réfléchir et se connecter à la nature et aux autres. Parfait pour les éducateurs de la petite enfance et les programmes Bienvenue à la maternelle et Prêt, partez, apprenez, il encourage les enfants à célébrer la diversité et découvrir la joie de trouver un terrain d’entente.
Me and My Sit Spot invites readers—educators and students alike—to discover the magic of having a personal place in nature. A sit spot is a special location outdoors where you pause, observe, and connect with the world around you. By developing this simple yet powerful nature routine, you nurture a deeper relationship with the land and open doors to countless opportunities for exploration, curiosity, and learning. From noticing seasonal changes to understanding our place in the environment, a sit spot becomes a doorway to wonder. Where will you find yours?
Me and My Sit Spot – Early Learners introduces young children to the joy of having a special place in nature. A sit spot is a calm spot outdoors where kids can pause, notice, and connect with the world around them. With simple text and engaging illustrations, this book helps early learners begin a nature routine that sparks curiosity, observation, and a love of the land. Perfect for early childhood educators and programs supporting Welcome to Kindergarten and Ready, Set, Learn, it encourages children to explore the outdoors and discover their own special sit spot.
Moi et mon coin nature invite les lecteurs—enseignants et élèves—à découvrir la magie d’un endroit spécial dans la nature. Un coin nature est un lieu extérieur où l’on peut s’asseoir, observer et se connecter avec le monde qui nous entoure. Cette simple routine en pleine nature nourrit une relation plus profonde avec la terre et ouvre la porte à d’innombrables possibilités d’exploration, de curiosité et d’apprentissage. Où trouverez-vous le vôtre ?
Mi lugar en la naturaleza invita a los lectores—maestros y alumnos—a descubrir la magia de tener un lugar especial en la naturaleza. Un lugar en la naturaleza es un sitio al aire libre donde puedes sentarte, observar y conectarte con el mundo que te rodea. Esta sencilla rutina en la naturaleza fomenta una relación más profunda con la tierra y abre la puerta a infinitas posibilidades de exploración, curiosidad y aprendizaje. ¿Dónde encontrarás el tuyo?
Sitting With Nature is a practical, educator-friendly field guide written by a seasoned certified teacher to support all comfort levels with outdoor learning. Designed for primary and intermediate educators, it offers 20 weeks of themed sit spot activities—less than $3 per week—and includes downloadable resources to support meaningful learning in all seasons and all weather. The book blends research and practice, introducing the framework behind sit spot pedagogy, connecting to the First Peoples’ Principles of Learning, and guiding teachers step-by-step in setting up successful outdoor routines. With easy-to-find page markers and thoughtfully organized weekly themes, each week provides materials lists, key skills, prompts, differentiated lesson plans, assessment ideas, extension activities, and reflections to help students and teachers build a deeper connection with nature. Ideal for educators looking to move beyond the traditional classroom, this resource makes outdoor learning both accessible and inspiring.
Many districts love offering these books to their youngest learners. Reach out to chat about pricing, perks, and organizing a workshop to support your community.