Adventure Through Nature

An enchanting exploration of one of Earth's most familiar ecosystems -- forests! So much to see, to smell, to hear, to taste, to feel. So much to find... in the forest. This audiobook leads listeners on an exciting adventure through the magic of forests! From kelp forests on the ocean floor to the wonders of the Amazon, guiding listeners through these tree-filled ecosystems with evocative storytelling, and dramatic, poetic language. An ideal choice for nature lovers, future explorers, and fans of Jason Chin and Kate Messner. Praise for Forests: * "The beauty and visual depth that inform Chock's stately forest scenes, rich in color and photographically exact in detail, find suitable echoes in Beckerman's alliterative, sensual free verse. ...A spellbinding tour, deeply rooted in both fact and feeling." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review Praise for Caves: 2023 NCTE Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction for Children -- Recommended Title 2023 NCTE Notable Children's Books in the Language Arts Award List 2024-2025 Texas Blue Bonnet Master List 2024 Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List Kirkus Best Book of the Year New York Public Library Best Book of 2022 Bank Street Books Best Book 2025 Illinois Bluestem Readers' Choice Award Nominee * "Powerfully atmospheric illustrations... Tantalizing glimpes of hidden natural treasures, with breathtaking art." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review * "Would-be spelunkers and those who would never consider a trip into a cave have the potential to be launched on a lifelong journey of discovery into the amazing world of caves as depicted in this excellent title. Highly recommended." -- School Library Journal, starred review * "Cross Beckerman injects genuine passion into this nonfiction examination of caves... In a striking picture book debut... Chock combines realistic-looking rock surfaces with softly shaded adult and child figures overwhelmed by the natural features." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review Nell Cross Beckerman writes books for children to inspire wonder and celebrate adventure. A former reality/documentary TV producer, she is the author of the acclaimed book Caves, which received three starred reviews. She is also the author of Down Under the Pier, When the Sky Glows, and more to come. Nell lives in Culver City, California, with her husband, two daughters, and their beloved pooch, Teddy. Visit her at NellCrossBeckerman.com. Kalen Chock is a senior concept artist working in video games, feature animation, and film for over 10 years. He has worked for studios like EA/Glu Mobile, DreamWorks, Warner Bros, The Mill, Ember Lab, and ILM. He is the illustrator of the acclaimed book Caves by Nell Cross Beckerman.

A masterful exploration of one of nature's most curious ecosystems, Caves is a magical journey into subterranean wonders perfect for fans of Jason Chin. In the shade of the woods is a hill with a hole. Beaconing black. Goosebump chills. Excitement and fear battle. What will win? You want to go in... do you dare? Using evocative storytelling, Nell Cross Beckerman urges children to explore one of nature's most curious ecosystems. Dramatic, poetic language guides kids through different caves around the world while nonfiction text allows for deeper understanding. An ideal choice for nature lovers, future explorers, and fans of Jason Chin and Kate Messner. Praise for Caves: 2023 NCTE Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction for Children - Recommended Title 2023 NCTE Notable Children's Books in the Language Arts Award List Kirkus Best Book of the Year New York Public Library Best Book of 2022 Bank Street Books Best Book "Shadowy spaces beckon in Chock's powerfully atmospheric illustrations...an observation that the floors of some lava tubes in Australia are flat enough for wheelchairs makes Beckerman's invitation even more inclusive. Tantalizing glimpses of hidden natural treasures, with breathtaking art." --Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Would-be spelunkers and those who would never consider a trip into a cave have the potential to be launched on a lifelong journey of discovery into the amazing world of caves as depicted in this excellent title. Highly recommended for all library collections."--School Library Journal (starred review) "Cross Beckerman injects genuine passion into this nonfiction examination of caves...In a striking picture book debut...Chock combines realistic-looking rock surfaces with softly shaded adult and child figures overwhelmed by the natural features. ...Together, text and artwork deliver a high-impact introduction to the lure of caves." --Publishers Weekly (starred review) "A compelling combination of lyrical, mysterious text and illustrated scenes...digitally created artwork lends a visceral experience to the reading. ...appealing."--Booklist Nell Cross Beckerman writes books for children to inspire wonder and celebrate adventure. A former reality/documentary TV producer, she is the author of the acclaimed book Caves, which received three starred reviews. She is also the author of Down Under the Pier, When the Sky Glows, and more to come. Nell lives in Culver City, California, with her husband, two daughters, and their beloved pooch, Teddy. Visit her at NellCrossBeckerman.com. Kalen Chock is a senior concept artist working in video games, feature animation, and film for over 10 years. He has worked for studios like EA/Glu Mobile, DreamWorks, Warner Bros, The Mill, Ember Lab, and ILM. He is the illustrator of the acclaimed book Caves by Nell Cross Beckerman.