 Anna and Benjamin’s family has moved into a new house in the city and they have big plans for their garden. They draw maps of their garden plots, gather their garden tools, and get straight to work, digging and planting. They plant flowers and vegetables, and learn about birds and insects. They make lemonade and leaf and acorn jewelry and toys. A recipe and directions are included. Also provided are gardening tips. Benjamin even writes a poem. This seasonal story is accompanied by beautifully detailed watercolor and ink illustrations. Young readers will be inspired to explore their own gardens. mjw |
| Title: A Year In Our New Garden Author: Gerda Muller Illustrator: Gerda Muller Publisher: Floris Books, Edinburgh Copyright: 2016 Original Language: German Original Title: Ein Garten fur Kinder in der Stadt Original Copyright: 1988 ISBN: 978-1-78250-259-3 Hardcover pages: 36 Age range: 4-7 Genre: Picture Book Author’s ethnicity: Dutch Author’s residence: Paris Illustrator’s ethnicity: Dutch Illustrator’s residence: Paris Awards: 2017 USBBY Outstanding International Books List Subjects: Birds, Gardens, Seasons, Wildlife |
A Year In Our New Garden
Leave a reply
