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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

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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

  • teamwork

  • kindness

Recommended for ages 4–9 and adults like it too!

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—Chris Molé
Book Designer, Ashland, Oregon

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

About The Book

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A story about friendship, courage, and caring for our world.

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The Story Behind The Amazing Story of Coot McGee

The Amazing Coot McGee Coloring Book Fun is Here!

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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.

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A Special Hand-Colored Edition
A hand-colored edition by Brindy Bean is coming soon.

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Perfect For Kids Who Love:

  • ​• 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.

Get in Touch

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Direct Email:

cootmcgee63@gmailcom

Central Point, Oregon

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