‘Salmon Run’ is a beautifully-illustrated children’s introduction to Washington’s iconic cultural animal species

Annie Chen’s new children’s book ‘Salmon Run’ uses watercolor illustrations to follow a coho salmon’s journey from the Duwamish River to the Pacific Ocean and back. The picture book introduces young readers to Washington’s iconic salmon through detailed artwork showing the fish’s life stages. Salmon return to Washington waters August through November, with viewing opportunities at places like the Ballard Locks.