Little Creatures of the National Parks

A beautiful A-to-Z introduction to the crawly little animals that live in America's national parks, for nature lovers of any age—featuring art from the beloved printmakers and poster illustrators at Fifty-Nine Parks.

America's national parks are some of the most magical places in the world, and home to a diverse array of creatures, both well-known and more unusual. From the Desert banded gecko (which can detach its tail to distract predators) to the Giant red-headed centipede (which are related to lobsters) to the Woolly bear caterpillar (which are able to nearly freeze solid during hibernation), this captivating picture book takes children on an alphabetical adventure through the natural world and the pint-size creatures inhabiting it.

Packed with fascinating animal facts, a national parks map, and a passport page to track park visits, this beautiful book inspires families to explore the great outdoors together. With evocative art that's nostalgic yet contemporary, this is a perfect keepsake for kids, nature lovers, and adventurers of all ages.Fifty-Nine Parks is a beloved and renowned art collective that believes public lands and the art of printmaking are worth preserving. They are known for their original poster art, which celebrates America's national parks and features the work of prominent artists from all around the world. Fifty-Nine Parks donates proceeds of its poster sales to conservation organizations like the National Park Service and the series is archived by the Library of Congress. This book was created in collaboration with Fifty-Nine Parks and illustrator Glenn Thomas, creator of some of their most popular posters.