John Audubon: Young Naturalist (Young Patriots)

Young Patriots

by Miriam E. Mason, Cathy Morrison (Illustrator)

As an adult, John Audubon was the best known wildlife artist of the 19th century, and his book, Birds of America, is the standard against which all subsequent bird art has been measured. In this story about the artist's childhood in the West Indies and France, John's love of drawing sends him into the fields and woods near his country house in pursuit of winged models. Games and adventures also John confronts a ghost in the old water mill tower, presents his friend Cecile with a surprise birthday gift (that goes horribly wrong!), and sails off to seek his fortune in America. Special features include a summary of John's adult accomplishments, fun facts detailing little-known information about him, and a time line of his life.

Genres: Biography, Childrens, Biography Memoir, Nonfiction, Animals, Birds, Literature

120 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1943

Reviews

[Cheryl · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is part of my daughter's homeschool curriculum Heart of Dakota Bigger Hearts for His glory. It is a fantastic book of the Charlotte Mason style of education, living books to inspire children rather than bore them with memorizing dates and drills. They enjoyed learning about Jean's upbringing as an aristocratic in France, a Captain 's son, who just didn't fit into that world. His beloved stepmother understood even at a young age and finally his father comes to realize Jean's passion is a gift, not an oddity. A perfect book to read in the spring or summer out on a blanket under a tree, listening to the birds call and sing!

[Amanda Erdman · Rating 5 out of 5]

We love all the books in this series. Engaging, living book that really motivates kids to get into nature, draw nature, and observe.

[Terry]

Read the review at the Reading Tub.

[Shaunda Penny · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was interesting, and the kids really enjoyed it. However, the cartoonish illustrations really distracted from the overall story.

[Sarah McKay · Rating 4 out of 5]

We read this book in our Knights of Freedom group (homeschool club for boys 8-12). This book has inspired my own children to study birds and nature. My 9 year old son and I both enjoyed reading it.

[Eldon]

I actually read two different later editions but this is as close a I could get. I don't know why this CFA book is combined with another series. (YP?)