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A season-by-season look at life on a cooperative, sustainable farm. I liked the questions scattered throughout the text that will engage young readers and build connections between their lives and the activities on the farm.
This book shows the beauty and work of running a small farm. The book moves from season to season, highlighting the work being done at that time. In spring, seeds are sown, plants are transplanted, compost is spread. In summer the animals and plants are growing bigger. The flowers are blooming, bees are buzzing, crops are being harvested, and they have a farm celebration. In fall, it’s harvest time for crops and for honey. The farmers markets are active and the farmers are saving seeds to use next year. In winter, it is slower. The farmers repair their equipment, feed their animals, and grow plants in the greenhouse. This book offers lots of information in friendly green boxes that specifically talk about sustainable practices. It is a gentle way to introduce organic farming to young readers.
Hodge’s text is refreshingly light in tone, often asking readers to talk about their own experiences. Her use of text in boxes for the more dense, factual portions works very well, making the book flexible for different ages and audiences. Harris’ photographs really capture the fresh air and sunshine of a farm. From friendly animals to deep rich soil, his photos are interesting and vibrant.
A book that will have everyone wanting to munch some farm-fresh veggies and visit a friendly goat or two, it is a warm invitation to investigate small farms in your area or at least spend some time at a farmer’s market this fall. Appropriate for ages 4-6.
Hodge’s text is refreshingly light in tone, often asking readers to talk about their own experiences. Her use of text in boxes for the more dense, factual portions works very well, making the book flexible for different ages and audiences. Harris’ photographs really capture the fresh air and sunshine of a farm. From friendly animals to deep rich soil, his photos are interesting and vibrant.
A book that will have everyone wanting to munch some farm-fresh veggies and visit a friendly goat or two, it is a warm invitation to investigate small farms in your area or at least spend some time at a farmer’s market this fall. Appropriate for ages 4-6.