(2) 4-6 Illustrated by William Goldsmith. This creatively rendered biography-in-comics, with Muir's imagined voice as narrator, is filled with the naturalist's adventures, from his childhood in Scotland to his pioneering conservation work and formation of America's National Parks. Illustrator Goldsmith's Muir is a feisty character, portrayed in loose pencil sketches with one or two accent colors. Vibrant spreads in the chapter transitions and interludes capture the stunning landscapes in which Muir found his purpose. Timeline. Glos.

Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford | Horn Book Magazine Issue: May, 2019

(2) 4-6 Illustrated by Alice Ratterree. In this mystery-adventure, twelve-year-old zookeeper's daughter Lizzie discovers that a boy, Tyler, is living in the zoo. Despite Tyler's gruff demeanor, they become friends. When the zoo's wolves begin to mysteriously get sick right after Tyler notices odd comings and goings at night, they work together to solve the mystery. Lizzie's wry humor and the page-turning adventure give the novel solid middle-grade appeal.

Reviewer: Susan Dove Lempke | Horn Book Magazine Issue: November, 2016

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Jamie Hogan. One night in 1871, the beauty and sounds of Yosemite Falls lured a young John Muir to hike alongside them. A strong breeze suddenly allowed Muir to scoot behind the waterfall, but then the shifting falls almost swept him away. Factual sidebars and back matter about the naturalist's life extend the story; skillful pastel-pencil illustrations impart a sense of the vast setting.

Reviewer: Bridget McCaffrey

(2) K-3 Illustrated by Mordicai Gerstein. In 1903, Roosevelt asked Muir to take him camping in the Yosemite wilderness. By the time the two reached Yosemite, Roosevelt had been persuaded to create "national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, and national forests." Rosenstock (as she explains in an author's note) has invented the dialogue here, but the ideas expressed are authentic. Gerstein brings his usual verve to the expedition. Bib.

Reviewer: Joanna Rudge Long | Horn Book Magazine Issue: January, 2012

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Karen Dugan. Wadsworth ably chronicles Theodore Roosevelt's 1903 camping trip with John Muir in Yosemite National Park. Incorporating a number of documented quotations from primary sources, in addition to less convincing invented conversations and interior monologues, she conveys Roosevelt's enthusiasm for Muir's work and the president's love of nature.

Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Bill Farnsworth. This is the true story of John Muir, his friend Hall Young, their crew, and Young's dog, as they explore Alaska. Muir sets off with dog in tow in the numbing cold and snow to map glaciers and is surprised at the dog's courage. Dramatic landscapes and endearing images of the dog enhance a story that is more about man and dog than about Muir's extraordinary accomplishments.

Reviewer: Hilary Breed Van Dusen

(2) K-3 In 1868, when her father hires John Muir to help at their hotel, tomboy Floy gladly tags along when the naturalist explores Yosemite Valley. McCully deftly weaves Muir's ideas and discoveries into the story, while her watercolors capture the warmth and respect between man and child as well as the beauty of Yosemite. An author's note provides background for the fictionalized text. Bib.

Reviewer: Hilary Breed Van Dusen | Horn Book Magazine Issue: January, 2005

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Karl Swanson & Karl Swanson. When naturalist John Muir and Stickeen, his friend's dog, explore an Alaskan glacier, they come to a massive crevasse. The only way across is down one side and up the other. Muir cuts steps into the ice wall, but will the dog follow? The account is well told, and the acrylic and colored-pencil illustrations in icy browns, pinks, and blues may very well give the reader a chill.

Reviewer: Patricia Riley

(4) K-3 In this appreciation of John Muir, advocate of wilderness preservation and founder of the Sierra Club, a brief text touches on biographical highlights and serves to caption Locker's lush romantic landscape paintings. Each double-page spread includes a quotation from Muir; additional excerpts from his writings are appended on the final page. This is a thin but adequate introduction to Muir's contributions to nature conservation.

Reviewer: Paula M. Cairo

(3) YA Historical American Biographies series. Five figures who played diverse roles in American history are profiled in the clearly written books in this series. Maps and reproductions supplement the texts, while occasional information boxes highlighting other contemporary figures and events help place the subjects' lives in historical perspective. Each volume ends with a discussion of the subject's historical legacy. Timelines are included. Bib., glos., ind. [Review covers these titles: Abigail Adams, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, J. Edgar Hoover, John Paul Jones, John Muir.]

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta

(3) YA Through biographical sketches of four very different pioneers--John Muir, Rachel Carson, David McTaggart (of Greenpeace), and Dave Foreman (co-founder of Earth First!)--Archer conveys both the astonishing accomplishments of these environmentalists and the historical framework necessary to evaluate the often controversial actions taken by these individuals. Interviews with McTaggart and Foreman and a list of environmental groups are included. Bib., ind.

Reviewer: Daniel Brabander

(4) K-3 Illustrated by Christopher Canyon. Adapted from an autobiographical story by environmentalist John Muir, the book relates an incident that occurred when Muir was exploring Alaska. Trapped on a glacier, he made his way across a dangerous ice bridge, followed by an independent-minded dog named Stickeen. The typeface is difficult to read and crowded onto each page, but the detailed artwork is engaging, and dog-loving readers will enjoy the story. Bib.

Reviewer: Peter D. Sieruta