Airplanes in the Garden

“A captivating story that informs while it delights, drawing readers of all ages in through Calder's enchanting text and Quiel's lovely illustrations, evocative splashes of color and whimsy. This superb introduction to the monarch life cycle and conservation -- concluding with migration maps and information, key facts and resources -- encourages both knowledge and imagination and will inspire you to plant your own personal butterfly garden and help protect these extraordinary creatures. Highly recommended.”

“Joan, I purchased your lovely book yesterday when at Island Seed and Feed. I enjoyed reading it last night in bed. The child's and adult's perspectives and language are especially beautifully presented--a wonderful read to young children!

I will enjoy using this book with K, and may in fact try it out today, or have the classroom teacher read it to her class. ...

So glad I purchased your book! I will enjoy sharing it with many others, including my grand children. If they don't already have one at the schools I connect with, it's very likely they'll want to order one. ”

“What a lovely, charming story! It brought tears to my eyes, so beautiful and such a miraculous story of metamorphosis. Thank you for writing and publishing such a beautiful book! ”

“We enjoyed meeting you and I love your beautiful book, Airplanes in the Garden! As a former kindergarten teacher, I know what keeps the attention of the young and your book is not only a fun story but full of wonderful information.”