PULITZER WINNER & BESTSELLING AUTHOR: Barbara Kingsolver is a beloved best-selling author of multiple critically acclaimed best-selling novels and nonfiction, a Pulitzer Prize finalist, and the winner of the National Humanities Medal, the country's highest award, as well as numerous other national and international awards. A REMINDER TO SLOW DOWN AND CONNECT WITH NATURE: A vital reminder of the pleasures of being in wild places, as well as the ever more urgent need to protect wilderness for future generations. Children will love the green and colorful landscapes and all the animals, including fun facts about animal tracks and behavior. MOTHER/DAUGHTER COLLABORATION: Both authors are trained biologists; both deeply care about protecting wilderness. TIMELY THEME OF COEXISTENCE: There is intense public interest in the wildlife that has been driven into suburbs and cities due to their loss of habitat. The sight of coyotes in neighborhood parks and streets has thrust them into the awareness of millions, many of whom are disturbed or frightened by their presence. Coyote's Wild Home offers readers a better insight into and understanding of these fascinating animals. FASCINATING FACTS/STEM CONNECTIONS: The final information pages are filled with facts about coyote migration, their background, habits, lifestyle, and describe how humans and coyotes can safely coexist.

Coyote's Wild Home demonstrates the role that coyotes play as an important part of maintaining healthy ecosystems and species diversity. FIRST-IN-CLASS ARTWORK: Artist Paul Mirocha visited wild land in Virginia near Barbara and Lily Kingsolver's home to accurately create the lush and dazzling depictions of the forest, meadows and streams he paints. His realistic yet playful depiction of coyotes has been vetted by wildlife scientists. INSPIRES EMPATHY: Young readers will identify with the coyotes' need to care for their young, and to find safe places to live.