Illustrator & Author Profile
Lynd Ward
5 Books
Lynd Ward was an American artist, illustrator, and author known for his powerful woodcut-style artwork and expressive visual storytelling. He wrote and illustrated The Biggest Bear, a picture book that earned the Caldecott Medal for its highly detailed and emotive art. Over his long career, he provided striking illustrations for numerous classic children's books, including The Little Red Lighthouse and the Great Gray Bridge. He is also recognized as an early pioneer of the wordless graphic novel.
Meet Nic. He is a brave and clever dog who knows everything about his home in the city. But when summer arrives, his owner takes him on a trip to the deep, wild woods of Canada. Suddenly, the city dog realizes the forest is a completely different world. Out here among the tall trees, Nic comes face to face with woodland animals he has never seen before. He crosses paths with smelly skunks, prickly porcupines, and even a giant bear. The forest is full of exciting sights and surprising lessons. Join Nic as he learns how to explore the great outdoors, stay safe, and become a true woodsman. This classic story follows a lovable pet discovering the wonders and challenges of nature for the very first time.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
All the other barns in the valley have a bearskin hanging proudly on the wall. Johnny decides it is time for his family to have one too, so he grabs his gun and heads into the forest to find the biggest bear of all. But instead of a fierce giant, Johnny finds a tiny, hungry bear cub all alone. He cannot leave the little creature behind, so he brings it home to live with him. As the days pass, Johnny and his new pet become the best of friends. The only problem is that bears do not stay little for very long. Soon, the tiny cub grows into a massive, hungry bear with a huge appetite for trouble. Follow Johnny on a heartwarming and hilarious adventure as he tries to figure out what to do with a giant bear who just wants to be a part of the family.
6-8 Years
84 Pages
Growing up on an isolated Midwestern farm can feel incredibly lonely. For one young boy, the everyday chores and endless fields feel far too small for his imagination. So, he dreams of a beautiful, winged silver pony that can take him anywhere. Through stunning, wordless illustrations, we follow the boy as he escapes his ordinary life and flies high into the sky. Together, he and his magical pony travel to faraway places, seeing the world from high above and discovering other people who are searching for connection. But as his magical journeys take him further away, the lines between his vivid imagination and reality begin to blur. This breathtaking visual story explores the deep power of dreams and the true meaning of finding your place in the world.
6-8 Years
9-12 Years
196 Pages
Tucked safely alongside the busy waters of the Hudson River stands a proud little red lighthouse. Every night, it shines its bright beam into the fog, doing the very important job of warning boats to stay safe. The little lighthouse loves its work and feels mighty. But then, huge workers arrive and build a massive, gray steel bridge directly overhead. When the giant bridge flashes an enormous light of its own, the little red lighthouse suddenly feels tiny and useless. It wonders if anyone still needs its small beam. During a terrible storm, the brave little lighthouse discovers the truth about being important. Find out how true strength comes in all sizes in this timeless tale. This beautifully told story proves that no matter how small you are, you can still have a great purpose.
6-8 Years
64 Pages
Little Baptiste lives in the beautiful woods of French Canada, but he often feels lonely without any children nearby to play with. One day, he discovers a strange and wonderful companion to share his days with: a baby moose named Mac. At first, having a moose for a best friend is incredibly fun. They run through the trees, explore the wild, and share plenty of laughs. But keeping a growing moose as a friend is not as easy as it looks. Mac is very curious, very clumsy, and always finding new ways to get into mischief. As Mac gets bigger, so do his silly accidents. Join Little Baptiste and his wild companion on a funny and delightful journey about friendship, growing up, and the hilarious challenges of having a giant forest animal as your very best friend.
6-8 Years
79 Pages
