  | Full Text Reviews: School Library Journal - 10/01/2015 PreS-Gr 2—Simple text and soft watercolors combine to present a glimpse into the life of a beloved author and illustrator. Rather than providing a complete biography, McPhail concentrates on Beatrix Potter's childhood love of nature and her drive to express her passion through painting. A good companion to Potter's stories, this work offers insight into the author. McPhail uses his typical artistic style, employing rounded figures, warm colors, and inked outlines and details. Most of the illustrations are boxed, with the images set off from the text. Many libraries may already have a Potter biography, such as Jeanette Winter's Beatrix (Farrar, 2003) or Alexandra Wallner's Beatrix Potter (Holiday House, 1995). This title does not provide unique biographical information and lacks notes and sources. The format, however, is accessible to very young children and could inspire developing artists. VERDICT A worthy addition where Potter or McPhail are popular.—Lucinda Snyder Whitehurst, St. Christopher's School, Richmond, VA - Copyright 2015 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission. Loading...
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