The Amazing Story of Coot McGee
“A Fun and Whimsical Children’s Picture Book About Friendship, Adventure, and Caring for the Environment”
“Meet Coot McGee—a clever little bird who shows kids how friendship, courage, and caring for the world can make a big difference.”
By Don Bean
A heartwarming picture book about friendship and caring for nature
Why Kids Love Coot McGee
Welcome to The Amazing Story of Coot McGee, a whimsical children’s story about friendship, courage, and caring for the world around us. Join Coot and his animal friends as they meet Billy and Jake and discover the power of kindness, teamwork, and protecting nature.
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protecting nature
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Recommended for ages 4–9 and adults like it too!
“Upcoming Radio Interview on Talkin’ Pets"
Don Bean, author of The Amazing Story of Coot McGee, will be a guest on Talkin’ Pets with Jon Patch on Saturday, June 6, 2026. Don will be talking about the story behind Coot McGee, kindness, teamwork, animals, and caring for nature.
What People Are Saying
“This charmingly illustrated tale encourages a child’s natural sense of kindness, fairness, and joyful generosity—stories like this are important because they are taken to heart by children and have a lifelong influence. Parents and children alike will enjoy reading and rereading The Amazing Story of Coot McGee !”
— Chris Molé
—Chris Molé
Book Designer, Ashland, Oregon
About The Book
The Story Behind The Amazing Story of Coot McGee
A story about friendship, courage, and caring for our world.
The Amazing Coot McGee Coloring Book Fun is Here!
Join Coot McGee and friends for coloring fun with 32 playful pages, whimsical scenes, fun activities, and characters kids can bring to life with their own imagination.
A Special Hand-Colored Edition
A hand-colored edition by Brindy Bean is coming soon.
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Get in Touch
Direct Email:
cootmcgee63@gmailcom
Central Point, Oregon
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​• Rhyming stories
• Animal adventures
• Friendship and teamwork
• Fun and silly characters
• Bedtime reading
About the Author:
Don Bean is the creator of The Amazing Story of Coot McGee, a fun and imaginative children’s book inspired by storytelling, nature, and creativity. Originally written in 1994 for his daughter Jennifer, this story is now being shared with a new generation of young readers.