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