Our Friend The Cowboy. Dieser Artikel ist nicht verfügbar.Our Friend The Cowboy

2026 Will Rogers Medallion Award Winner

Who is that man with the hat and the horse?
Do you know his name?
He's a cowboy, of course!

Giddyup and lasso a copy of this delightful picture book featuring the author's memorable rhymes paired with her late father's original watercolor paintings and drawings.

Part of the Art and Verse picture book series, this 32-page book will ignite your child's imagination and instill an appreciation for the American West and its legendary heroes.

After inheriting her father’s art collection, the author selected 13 of his cowboy-themed pieces to incorporate into a children’s picture book. The result takes young readers into the daily life of rugged cowboys as they ride horses, herd cattle, and act as a friendly neighbor to all.

Perfect for introducing young kids to the beauty of original artwork, this enchanting book also inspires a connection to American history and an appreciation of hardworking cowboys and Western life.

The one-of-a-kind art includes watercolors and pencil drawings, along with a list of titles and media designed to inspire young artists to create their own cowboy-inspired artwork.

So jump in the saddle and take a trip to the American West with Our Friend The Cowboy!

As a child, Susan Polk Van Dusen visited the library every week with her parents and brought home stacks of books to enjoy. After having kids of her own, Susan continued this tradition with weekly trips to storytime and nightly bedtime stories. Now, she hopes her picture books will bring joy to countless children and the grownups who love them. In addition to writing children's books, Susan has worked in public relations and publishing, as well as teaching college writing and public relations courses. Susan's work has been honored by the Parenting Media Association, the International Association of Business Communicators, and the Public Relations Society of America, among others.She has two grown daughters and lives in Arkansas with her husband and dachshund. When she's not writing, Susan enjoys yoga, travel, and gardening. Visit Susan online at VanDusenBooks.com.