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What Lives in the Woodlands? Step into the woodland forest and discover the animals that live among the trees. In this visually accessible children's book, young readers meet woodland animals one by one through simple, rhythmic text and clear imagery designed to support early learning and visual engagement. From the watchful great horned owl to the waddling skunk and busy beaver, each page invites children to pause, look closely, and connect with the natural world. Thoughtfully designed with uncluttered layouts and an emphasis on salient features, What Lives in the Woodlands? helps children identify animals by the parts that stand out the most. The book was created with accessibility in mind and supports children with a wide range of visual and learning needs, including those with Cortical Visual Impairment. Part of the Habitat Series from Little Dandelion Press, this book invites children to explore different environments and the animals that call them home. Perfect for: Toddlers and preschoolers Early childhood classrooms Special education and therapy settings Early intervention and vision services Families exploring nature and animal habitats Features Simple, rhythmic text that supports language development Visually simplified pages designed for accessibility Emphasis on salient features to support recognition Created with input from CVI specialists and educators Part of the Habitat Series, which also includes books exploring the ocean, desert, and rainforest, with pond and farm habitats coming next.

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Rachel Worden is the founder and publisher of Little Dandelion Press, an inclusive children's publishing imprint dedicated to creating CVI-informed and visually accessible books for early learners of all abilities. Inspired by her daughter, Moira-who has Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI), KAT6B, and cerebral palsy-Rachel's mission is to make storytime accessible, joyful, and inclusive for every child.Through Little Dandelion Press, Rachel has authored the Habitat Series (What Lives in the Ocean?, What Lives in the Desert?, What Lives in the Rainforest?), the My First Alphabet Book collection, and several first-of-their-kind CVI-friendly learning tools. She also serves as editor and creative director for the Seasons Are... series by Amy Shepherd, M.Ed., and other contributing authors-helping shape each title's visual and linguistic accessibility through her expertise in CVI-informed design.Rachel's books are featured in classrooms, therapy centers, and homes worldwide and are part of the NAPA Center's CVI Kit, supporting children with visual impairments and sensory needs across multiple continents. She also serves on the Board of Directors for the KAT6 Foundation, advocating for families affected by rare genetic syndromes.Rachel lives in Texas with her family, where she continues to write, design, and collaborate with educators and CVI experts to bring accessible stories and learning materials to life.

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