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Mary L Schmidt, aka S. Jackson is a retired registered nurse, winner of the Leora Stroup Award in Nursing for academic excellence and community involvement, as well as graduating with high honors and inducted into Sigma Theta Tau
International Honor Society of Nursing. She has written 59 books and has been included in three anthologies. Many of her books have won international medals and awards. She is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. She is a member of the Catholic Church, and has taught kindergarten
Catechism; she has worked in various capacities for The American Cancer Society, March of Dimes, Cub and Boy Scouts, (son, Gene, is an Eagle Scout), and sponsored trips for high school music children. She loves all forms of art but mostly focuses
on the visual arts; amateur photography, traditional, and graphic art as her health allows.
Reviewed by Carol Thompson for Readers' Favorite
Clover by Mary L. Schmidt is a gentle and educational children’s picture story centered around the everyday life of bunny rabbits. Through the character of Clover, the book introduces young readers to where rabbits live, what they eat, their predators, and how they interact with other animals in natural settings like parks and backyards. The author uses rhyming text to make learning lively and memorable, helping children absorb information about rabbits’ habits in a fun way. Clover shares insights about rabbits' favorite foods and behaviors and draws connections with familiar creatures such as squirrels. The book emphasizes the importance of respecting wildlife, understanding their needs, and even learning simple ways to help, like offering safe food for rabbits to enjoy.
The educational aspect is seamlessly woven into the narrative, encouraging an early appreciation for animals and nature. The emphasis on real-world interactions and natural behaviors gives the book meaningful grounding, while including basic care principles encourages a sense of responsibility and kindness toward animals from a young age. The story’s presentation in a rhyming, friendly voice makes it ideal for reading aloud, while the familiar backyard setting invites children to explore and notice the wildlife around them. Mary L. Schmidt succeeds in combining charming storytelling with practical lessons, creating a sweet bridge between imaginative play and environmental awareness. Clover is a thoughtful and heartwarming book that offers young readers a window into the small, busy lives of rabbits, encouraging a love for animals and an early connection to the natural world around them. As a rabbit lover, I found this book most educational and entertaining.
