
022 - The Grasshopper Who Wouldn't Be Scared
From Bees, Shown to the Children by Clara Dillingham Pierson
January 31, 2026 · 7 min
About this episode
This episode explores the enchanting world of nature through the eyes of young readers as they discover the vibrant lives of meadow and garden inhabitants.
Dive into the enchanting world of nature with Bees, Shown to the Children, a delightful book crafted for young readers by the talented teacher and naturalist Clara Dillingham Pierson. Part of the Among the People series, this charming narrative invites children to explore the vibrant lives of the meadow and garden’s tiny inhabitants. With whimsical prose that transports us into the mesmerizing realm of insects, amphibians, and birds, Pierson’s storytelling is a beautiful homage to the joys of discovery. As she reflects in her introduction, this book embodies the wonder and curiosity of her six devoted pupils, who found magic in crickets and grasshoppers. Join them on this captivating journey through nature, where Mother Nature reigns as the ultimate storyteller. - Summary by Clara Dillingham Pierson & Jill Engle
People in this episode
Host: Clara Dillingham Pierson
Topics covered
- nature
- insects
- children's literature
- discovery
- grasshoppers
Keywords
- grasshopper
- nature
- children
- storytelling
- insects
- amphibians
- birds
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