I loved this! The art was stunning and the color pallet was enjoyable. I liked that each National Park page told like a story instead of just facts. It made it a lot more engaging to read and it felt like I was able to learn about the Parks without feeling so bogged down with information.

I am not able to give honest feedback because I have no access to this book. My son was looking forward to reading it.

My family and I have been working on gaining our National Park stamps and having the kids become Junior Rangers, so having this audiobook to help enhance our learning has been so fun and incredible! The audio is so engaging and my kids can't stop listening and beg for more! We absolutely recommend this audiobook and cannot wait to explore the print version as soon as we can!

"50 True Tales from Our Great National Parks" by Stephanie Pearson, with illustrations by Madeline Kloepper, is a stunning tribute to the wonder and history of America's national parks. Pearson’s storytelling brings to life fascinating stories of adventure, wildlife, and human resilience, while Kloepper’s illustrations perfectly complement the text, adding a layer of beauty and charm to each tale. The blend of educational content and visual appeal makes it both an inspiring and enjoyable read for nature lovers of all ages. This book is a true gem—5 stars for its engaging stories and gorgeous artwork!

***Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher, and author for gifting me an eARC copy in exchange for my honest opinion.

Immerse yourself in the wonder and diversity of America’s great outdoors with 50 true stories inspired by some of its most iconic national parks.

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This was a perfect gorgeous book for readers of all ages to get to know our national parks. A great introduction for those who are not familiar with our national parks. This book was also intentional on the mentions and stories about the indigenous tribes that lived in these parks. The illustrations were simple but really told the stories in a beautiful way.

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Thank you NetGalley and Wide Eyed Editions for sending me this ebook for review consideration.

I love National Parks and this book did a great job capturing them!
From the illustrations to the information and history I thought this book was so good and informative.
I loved the illustrations. They were able to show how beautiful and amazing the parks and wildlife are.
I think this book is great for kids and even adults!

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for a copy of the book in exchange for a honest review.

This is a great book and my classroom will benefit greatly from having it in our library. Thank you for publishing a beautiful and knowledgeable book.

Absolutely fascinating and inspiring. I love national parks and this book spreads the love to our younger generation. With fantastic, classic-style illustrations, it's full of factual, adventurous and true stories that puts fiction to shame.

Even if you are a grown up, you should love this book. The illustrations are absolutely stunning!!! The stories are quick and easy to read, but very unique. The stories were all new to me. I highly recommend this one.

Thank you to the author, Quarto Publishing Group – Wide Eyed Editions and NetGalley, for an ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This wonderful children's book introduces 50 national parks, across a wide spectrum and includes a short story - accompanied by great illustrations - for each park. We loved reading about each park, and went down the rabbit hole with quite a few of them to explore more of them online. Exactly what you want to happen, to awaken children's interest for the wonders of the natural world around them.

The illustrations in this book are amazing and captures the beauty and wildlife features of each park. The information and history/folktales of the area and those who lived on the parks areas is a really cool way to get to know the national parks in the context of the entire history of the land, not just their perks as parks. It was an enjoyable read and the kids kept asking for another story/page/park all the way through.

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My friends and I are trying to visit all of the National Parks, so this will be an amazing gift. The illustrations are beautifully done and the stories are really interesting. There’s a good blend of different types from folk tales, to historical recounts and also some stories on the flora and fauna that can be found in the parks. I’ll definitely end up getting myself a copy as well

Thank you NetGalley for allowing me to read the ARC for this book. It is packed with interesting information about our fascinating national parks. The book also includes the stories of various individuals who's lives were impacted by these wondrous places. The illustrations were lush and added much to the sharing of each featured park.

Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for letting me review this book. This was a fun read with interactive facts about the national parks. The drawings were great as well.

Full of beautiful illustrations and easy to read stories! This is a gem for any outdoor loving family. I can picture parents or grandparents sitting with children gathered to read each story and plan their adventures. As an avid National Park visitor with a teenager, I still found myself fascinated by this book’s contents and reminiscing about the ones we have visited. I would happily display as a coffee table book.

Thank you NetGalley, Quarto Publishing Group - Wide Eyed Editions, author Stephanie Pearson, and illustrator Madeline Kloepper for the ARC in exchange for my honest review. “50 True Tales from Our Great National Parks” is expected to be published September 3, 2024!

We absolutely love learning about the National Parks and this book did not disappoint.

Beautiful illustrations with fun stories that give you lesser known facts about the National Parks. Easy to read and information was presented in a fun way.

I loved this book. First know I’m really into the National Parks and am trying to hike my way through all of them - so the topic alone interested me. But the illustrations were great and I love the short, sweet amount of history I learned about each park. Short enough to read in one sitting, but concise enough to read park by park as you want. If you’re into the NP system or American history, this would be a good book for you.

50 True Tales from Our National Parks by Stephanie Pearson, illustrated by Madeline Kloepper, is a richly illustrated journey through America's national parks, from the Great Smoky Mountains to Yosemite, from Haleakala to Denali, and many fascinating places in between. As readers explore the geography and history of each park, they also learn about the Native Americans who first inhabited these lands and the later visitors who explored and cherished them. Each account features a significant person, community, animal, plant, or event that has shaped the park's unique story, offering a personal vantage point on each place. The book doesn't shy away from the difficult truths about the government's acquisition of land, including the way people were treated. By including these human stories, the book provides an engaging, honest, and inclusive narrative that deepens appreciation not only for the geographic complexity and diversity of the parks but also for the human experiences intertwined with their histories.
Madeline Kloepper's gouache and colored pencil illustrations capture the essence of each park's natural features, showcasing the vibrant colors of saguaro cacti, the rugged texture of redwood bark, and the earthy tones of brown bears. Her deft use of color and clean design elements allows the landscape's diversity to shine through. By employing a controlled palette, she effectively conveys the varied landscapes, flora, and fauna without overwhelming the pages. Art teachers could find this book a valuable resource for discussing Kloepper's thoughtful decision-making process in selecting her palette and how she relies on the text to determine which details to include and emphasize. The illustrations are not only beautiful but also serve their purpose well, complementing and enhancing the text.

Pearson’s writing style is clear, employing language that simplifies the rich history of each park without oversimplifying, thus allowing readers to stretch their vocabulary as they read. The descriptions enable readers to picture the colors and landscapes of each place vividly. The tone informs and entertains in equal measure, and the pace of two or three pages per park creates an enjoyable and even restful cadence. Kloepper’s illustrations beautifully harmonize with the text, enhancing the reader’s ability to understand and enjoy the prose.

The breadth of information in the book reflects extensive research, yet the text remains enjoyable, memorable, and meaningful, rather than dense or overpowering. 50 True Tales from Our National Parks is an engaging page-turner, perfect for reading aloud to pre-Kindergarten through first grade children or as an independent read for second grade and up. It makes a lovely read-aloud as part of a morning or evening routine, with each chapter being just long enough to help a child transition from one part of the day to the next.

I give this 50 True Tales from Our National Parks 5 stars for its ability to educate, engage, and entertain young readers while providing a deeper understanding of the human and natural stories that shape our national parks.

I really enjoyed reading through this book of our national parks. The tales told in this book offer a side to our national parks that is not often discussed. The illustrations are gorgeous and very eye-catching for children of all ages!

This book is beautifully illustrated and includes awesome maps and the nicest looking California Condors you’ve ever seen (IYKYK)

The parks are described with great detail and care but don’t overwhelm little minds. The glossary in the back is an added touch to create even more learning.

Thank you to NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book.