The If I Were book series, authored by Shelley Gill and illustrated by Erik Brooks, is a collection of rhyming board books for toddlers that introduces young children to animals and nature. The books are designed to be interactive and engaging, offering a mix of imaginative storytelling with simple, scientifically accurate facts about animals like foxes, whales, and bears. The series aims to spark a child’s interest in the natural world and can be enjoyed during read-alouds.