amoonsview 's review for:

Diary of a Young Naturalist by Dara McAnulty

5.0

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this was such a pleasant read. the diary style entries broken up into seasons was a great format for me as i was able to be like 'i'll just read one entry quick' in whatever chunk of time i had and didn't feel like i was stopping in the middle of something. though admittedly less knowledgeable about birds, especially those outside the US, i found Dara's experiences of nature simultaneously refreshing and familiar, as well as the emotions that surround environment, life changes, and interpersonal relationships. YOUNG VOICES ARE SO IMPORTANT in these conversations- i loved reading from Dara's perspective and there is much to be gained both from the people around us, and more importantly, from the natural world we are a part of.