The Dandelion's Cousin Author:Gertrude Teutsch This beautifully illustrated children?s book was created out of Gertrude Teutsch?s love for the harethistle, a tall relative of the dandelion, which grew around her home. As a gifted mother, teacher, and artist, she found a way of presenting the development of this plant to children through a delightful story-book. Her pictures and narrative e... more »nter imaginatively into the various stages and formations of the plant and bring them vividly alive. This book will engender a love for and lively interest in nature ? a wonderful resource for parents as well as kindergarten and lower grades teachers.« less