Ellie Peterson

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About Ellie Peterson

Ellie Peterson is a picture book author, illustrator, and science teacher living in the Seattle area. She believes in books that question our assumptions and she actively encourages children to question HOW they know what they know. When she isn't in the lab, she enjoys experimenting with art supplies in her home studio and visiting other local schools. She is the illustrator of BEA'S BEES by Katherine Pryor. She is the author/illustrator of the upcoming Joulia Copernicus Book Series published by Boyds Mill Kane Press. The first book, IT'S A ROUND, ROUND WORLD! is available now and THE REASON FOR THE SEASONS is available February 11th.

You can find supplemental education materials, fun printables, and more at elliepetersonart.com

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The Reason for the Seasons Jun 9, 2020

by Ellie Peterson

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We all know there are four seasons in a year. But HOW do we know? Join intrepid young scientist-adventurer Joulia Copernicus on a journey around the world as she explains with humor and wit how we know what causes the seasons.

Winter, spring, summer, fall -- we all have a favorite season. But what makes the seasons happen in the first place? Ellie Peterson's clear, concise language and bold, kid-friendly illustrations bring science to life through narrator Joulia Copernicus, a strong and adventurous kid scientist. Kids will laugh while learning at the same time about the science behind the changing of the seasons throughout the year.

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It's a Round, Round World! Sep 3, 2019

by Ellie Peterson

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We all know the earth is round. But HOW do we know? Join intrepid young scientist-adventurer Joulia Copernicus as she takes readers on a historical journey through time and space. From jumping on board Columbus's ship to planet-hopping in the outer reaches of our solar system, Joulia explains with humor and wit the ins and outs of how we learned that the earth is round.

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Bea's Bees Mar 28, 2019

by Katherine Pryor , Ellie Peterson

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Beatrix discovers a wild bumblebee nest on her way home from school and finds herself drawn to their busy world. When her bees mysteriously disappear, Bea hatches a plan to bring them back. Can Bea inspire her school and community to save the bees? Bees provide us with valuable resources, and some types of bees are in danger of disappearing forever. But ordinary people (and kids!) can help save them. Filled with fascinating facts about bumblebees and ideas to help preserve their environment, BEA'S BEES encourages kids to help protect bees and other pollinators.

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