Loon Hardcover – August 16, 2011

Yes, it was a fine book.

This is a gorgeous book, full of lovely, richly detailed paintings and a wonderful, informative story. I suggest getting two of these books and storing one for your child to pass on to his or her own kids some day. Also, do not be surprised if you have a nearly impossible to ignore urge to tear the pictures out and frame them. Ok Ok, I admit, I'm a big fan of birds and science, but I think anyone would enjoy this book, and adults and children will learn something from it. fantastic!!!!!

The paintings of loon parents, loon chicks and the surroundings in which they live are so gorgeous I wanted to cut them out of the book to frame them. But that would have ruined my sister's birthday gift. She loves loons, so this book was a "no-brainer." Of course, I read it before I wrapped it. The story of the birth and early life of baby loons is as endearing as the paintings which illustrate it.

I bought the book to keep at the cabin so the children and great grandma and grandpa could read and learn more about the loonswe watch on the lake. The pictures are large and as beautiful as the loons themselves. We can see what loons do and read why they act the way they do. Fantastic book.

Lots of loon facts in this nice story with absolutely stunning paintings on every spread. We paired this book with the Audobon stuffed loon that makes a very realistic loon call when squeezed. It was a hit with our 4 year old grandson.

I enjoy giving this book plus the stuffed loon as a gift to youngsters. Loons are important to me and I enjoy sharing that. Great artwork and details. Now I need to get a copy for myself to keep!

The illustrations in this book as well as the intimate story of a bird family in a beautiful setting, perhaps the coast of Maine, was so compelling when I read it in the children's library that I had to order it for my own family to enjoy.