Follow Skipper on a journey to find a home in the vibrant world of native plants!

In Skipper Finds Home, Skipper, a brave little caterpillar looking for the perfect home, explores nature and discovers the beauty of native plants and prairie landscapes. A book of lushly illustrated simple contrasts (such as hot and cold, hard and soft, and bright and dark), Skipper Finds Home reveals the importance of native plants within our ecosystems and also raises awareness about the endangered Dakota skipper butterfly and its habitat. Perfect for bedtime or classroom reading, Skipper's story will foster curiosity and a deep appreciation for nature-based learning. Most of the native plants featured in the book are keystone species, which means they play a crucial role in conservation efforts.

Kyle Manley is a gardener and owns a gardening business committed to environmental stewardship. Before becoming a professional gardener, Kyle was a teacher. With a background in education and a passion for teaching, he now enjoys combining the magic of plants with children's joy of learning. His stories, born from backyard gardens, inspire curiosity and nurture a love for the natural world. Kyle's books aren't just stories but important learning tools. Through his unique combination of plant expertise and teaching ability, Kyle creates narrative landscapes where children can cultivate a lifelong love for both learning and nature.

Mia Binsfeld was raised in Minnesota and has been doing art for almost fifteen years. She works in mediums ranging from drawing and painting to sculpture and digital art design. Mia plans to study storytelling through art when she heads off to college. This is Mia's first published work, and she hopes to make it the first of many!