Wonders of Nature

by Jane Werner Watson, Eloise Wilkin (Illustrator)

This phenomenon of the paper extending beyond the boards is unique to this style of book.

“Isn't it a wonder that out in the pond, smooth wiggly tadpoles lose their tails and grow legs, and turn into frogs? And that fuzzy caterpillars weave silken cocoons around themselves and go to sleep, then wake up as pretty moths or butterflies?”

It’s a rare nonfiction book that’s also a simple, beautiful poem. In this gorgeous Little Golden Book from 1957, Eloise Wilkin’s stunning and realistic artwork is accompanied by gentle text that brings an awe of nature to the youngest readers.

Genres: Picture Books, Childrens, Nature, Animals, Fiction, Kids

24 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1957

About the author

Jane Werner Watson, born Elsa Jane Werner was an American children's author. She also wrote under the names Elsa Jane Werner Watson, Elsa Jane Werner, Jane Werner, Annie North Bedford, Monica Hill, Elsa Ruth Nast, W.K. Jasner, and A.N. Bedford.

Reviews

[Margaret Chind · Rating 4 out of 5]

This one is included in the Eloise Wilkin Stories. I read this many years ago with my oldest when she was a toddler. I'm sure we have read it in the years on between. Right now, I've read it again to my current toddler ( #redmermaidwarrior) and it was a perfect little read. A great follow up to reading My Little Golden Book About God. Beautiful illustrations and a wonderful message about the joy of God's creation all around us.

[Stephanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is one of my childhood favorites. Yet, again, this story would not be as interesting as Eloise Wilkin creates it. The beautiful illustration bring power to the words of the story.

[Mckinley · Rating 4 out of 5]

(Part of Eloise Wilkin Stories collection.)

[Rebecca · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very nice intro to different habitats and nature with the beautiful illustrations. Fun things to look for in each page.

[Sheila Read · Rating 5 out of 5]

a little girl wonders how nature is going on

[Shannon Nicole Wilkinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

W O N D E R F U L.

[Kathy · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not a favorite

[Tiffany · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was about the mysterious world of nature and how living creatures exist together. How fascinating is nature? We don't know all that it was/is/will be capable of. This book is a reminder that we still have more of nature to witness, discover, and understand. How can we change or affect nature?

[Brenda · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book about creatures that God has created. Illustrations by Eloise Wilkin, who's illustrations I love.

[Lynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautifully illustrated with lots of fun facts about nature told in a way that young children will understand and learn. I actually learned some things as well.

[Patty Van · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Isn't it a wonder..." I received this in a bundle of Little Golden Books I had as a child. Nostalgic and sweet. Lovely illustrations.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wonderfully illustrated collection. Perfect for inquisitive young nature lovers.

[Susan Molloy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a good tool to not only teach reading, but to also pique interest in our world.