Little Loon Finds His Voice - by Yvonne Pearson

Book Synopsis

The award-winning coming-of-age story is now available in paperback!

Bank Street Books - 2022 Best Children's Books of the Year (STEM Selection)

Silver Winner in the PubWest Book Design Awards (Children's/YA - Illustrated category)

"This illuminating tale simultaneously serves as a primer on the loon and a satisfying, well-paced chronicle of progress." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

Ooo aaa woo woo! Papa Loon's voice calls out long and strong across the water. He warns of danger. He defends his family's home. He even wards off predators. But Peep! Eep! Squeak! Little Loon's voice is nothing like his Papa's. When an eagle attacks, will Little Loon find his voice in time?

A water bird found throughout much of North America, loons are famous for their echoing calls. Little Loon Finds His Voice is the endearing, coming-of-age tale of one little loon finding his voice, and with it, his place in the world. Breathtaking illustrations transport readers to misty lakes and towering pines, and informative loon facts at the end detail the life and habits of these enchanting birds.

"Share this with readers who have heard loons' calls in the wild." --Kirkus Reviews

Review Quotes

"The lovely pastel illustrations endear young readers to Little Loon's story. In hues of light blue and light green, Shklovsky's art perfectly reflects the serenity and natural beauty of the lake setting. ... Excellent backmatter fills in details that tell the more complete story of this lovely bird."--Dr. Christie Kaaland, Core Faculty, Antioch University School of Education's School Library Endorsement Program

About the Author

Yvonne Pearson is the author of Little Loon Finds His Voice, a Bank Street Best Children's Book of the Year (STEM Selection) and Silver Winner in the PubWest Book Design Awards, which also received a starred review from Publishers Weekly. Her other books include Sadie Braves the Wilderness (2017) and Too Many Hugs (2023). Yvonne lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota, where she enjoys hiking, quilting, and spending time with her grandchildren.

Regina Shklovsky is an illustrator and graphic designer based in Sonoma County, California. She illustrated the 2018 picture book, Fun in the Mud, which was a 2019 Moonbeam award winner and a 2018 Nautilus award winner. She is passionate about bringing stories to life with pictures and thoughtful design. Her work is rooted in traditional drawing and painting, mixed with vector graphics. She collaborates with local entrepreneurs and authors, as well as independent publishers.