by Katie Araujo (Illustrator), Gayle M. Irwin (Author)
Cody's Cabin: Life in a Pine Forest tells the tale of a cocker spaniel named Cody who explores a mountain woodland near the cabin he shares with his human family. Within the aspen leaves and pine branches, among the colorful wildflowers and deep in the thorny thickets Cody sees, smells, hears, and touches nature. Children will delight in Cody's antics with squirrels and shiver as the small dog meets a black bear. Not simply an engaging story, Cody's Cabin is also a strong teaching tool, encouraging children to explore natural areas using their own senses. Included in the book are activity pages, nature tidbits, and vocabulary words to further engage and educate young readers.
Author Biography
Gayle M. Irwin lives in Wyoming and shares a mountain cabin with her husband, Greg, and their dogs. She is the author of the children's books Sage's Big Adventure and Sage Learns to Share, stories about her blind springer spaniel named Sage. She is also a contributing writer to several Chicken Soup for the Soul books. Gayle lived near Yellowstone National Park for several years serving as a writer and conservation educator. A freelance writer and public speaker, she enjoys writing, traveling, volunteering with pet rescue organizations, and helping children learn about and appreciate animals and the environment. Visit her website at www.gaylemirwin.com.