Swallows and Amazons by Arthur Ransome fall A charming series of nature

A charming series of nature stories for young children

Rothman's popular line drawings offer a whimsical and educational guide to life on a farm

The Thing with Feathers explores the astonishing homing abilities of pigeons

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Oldies But Goodies

Swallows and Amazons by Arthur Ransome fall A charming series of natureFor anyone who loves sailing and adventure, Arthur Ransome's classic Swallows and Amazons series stands alone. Originally published in the UK over a half century ago, these books are still eagerly read by children, despite their length and their decidedly British protagonists. We attribute their success to two facts: first, Ransome is a great storyteller and, second, he clearly writes from first hand experience. Independence and initiative are