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Amy's Butterfly Garden: Book 1 of the Butterfly Garden Series Step into a tender, true-to-life story that celebrates nature, family, and the magic of transformation. When young Amy builds a butterfly garden with her mom, she discovers more than just caterpillars and blossoms. She learns how patience, love, and curiosity help the smallest things grow into something beautiful. Originally written by beloved educator and play advocate Dr. Stevanne Auerbach in 1992, Amy's Butterfly Garden is now being published for the first time by her daughter, Amy Beth Auerbach, in a heartfelt tribute to their shared memories. With gentle storytelling and vibrant illustrations, this book invites readers of all ages to slow down, observe, and find wonder in the world right outside their door. The first in a four-part series, Amy's Butterfly Garden is perfect for nature lovers, families, educators, and anyone who believes stories have the power to connect generations.

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Dr. Stevanne Auerbach, PhD, also known as ""Dr. Toy,"" was a pioneering advocate for children's play, learning, and development. With a career that spanned over five decades, she was a leading authority on educational toys and early childhood education. Dr. Auerbach authored more than a dozen books, including Smart Play Smart Toys and The Toy Chest, and founded the internationally recognized ""Dr. Toy's Best Product"" awards.Her passion for play was grounded in science, shaped by her work as a teacher, special education specialist, and staff member at the U.S. Department of Education. A tireless supporter of creativity, imagination, and learning through discovery, she appeared on major media outlets and influenced countless educators, parents, and toy developers worldwide.Amy's Butterfly Garden was written in 1992 during a period of creative reflection and growth in her life. The story captures a deeply personal memory of building a butterfly garden with her daughter after moving to a new home in the San Francisco Bay Area. Though unpublished during her lifetime, this gentle, nature-inspired story now takes flight through Heirloom Patchwork Press, honoring her legacy and lifelong message: that play, learning, and wonder belong to every child. Kidsbook Art LLC is a promising startup that provides high-quality Illustration and graphic design services. The company assists thousands of authors by creating designs and illustrations to enhance their content. Caroline Ava is a children's illustrator from Sheridan, Wyoming. She loves creating colorful and imaginative illustrations that bring stories to life. Inspired by nature and childhood memories, Caroline's work aims to spark creativity and joy in young readers. Amy Beth Auerbach is the founder of Heirloom Patchwork Press and compiler of Amy's Butterfly Garden. She preserves and publishes legacy works with themes of ecology, storytelling, neurodiversity, and intergenerational connection.

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