Becca Stadtlander

"This picture book biography shines a light on the little-known poet and author of the beloved lullaby, and tells the story behind the classic and universally recognized rhyme"--

"Frederick Law Olmsted longed to make the United States a better, more peaceful place for all, but he didn't know how. In a new country plagued by bitter political divisions, inequality, and greed, how could one person make a difference? Then Fred found his answer: he could build public parks. After winning a contest to design central park in the heart of New York City, Fred went on to create visionary designs all across America, including Prospect...