Spend an entire day with a charming farm family?and discover all the things that happen there from morning to night.
This visit to Britta Teckentrup's Fluffyville community takes young readers through the day in the life of an active farm.
From the early morning barn chores, working in the garden, and a hearty midday lunch to an afternoon in the pool and a late-night party, each of the seven beautifully illustrated double- page spreads is overflowing with activity, familiar characters, and interesting aspects of farm life.
Simple texts encourage young readers to explore each spread, looking for recurring themes and discovering hidden clues.
Cows go to pasture, apples are harvested from the tree, pigs are fed, and there's even a late- night visit from the vet.
Fans of Teckentrup's other Fluffyville volume will also delight in the return of a certain mischievous badger.
Utterly absorbing and perfect for paired or individual reading, this book is a rewarding treasure trove of clever details that will provide hours of entertainment and opportunities for language enrichment and learning about the world of a working farm.
Whether it's Leonardo da Vinci's mysterious Mona Lisa, Vermeer's vibrant depictions of light, Van Gogh's mesmerizing brush strokes, or Matisse's playful cutouts, the art featured here is introduced in a format and style that will appeal to children. The book proceeds chronologically, accompanied by a timeline to offer helpful historical context. Each artist's entry includes a concise biography, beautiful reproductions of major works, and lively texts that speak directly to young readers. Games, quizzes and other activities help readers learn about the significant contributions of each artist in a way that is both fun and inspiring. Additional information about museums, suggestions for further reading, and online resources will satisfy the most curious minds.
"Painting is to dream," said Hundertwasser. "When the dream is over, I don"t remember anything I dreamed about. The painting, however, remains. It is the harvest of my dream." This statement is at the heart of this engaging introduction to the work of the eccentric artist, humanitarian, environmentalist, and architect who dedicated his life to the beautification of the world we live in. Dozens of activities in this book will captivate children of all ages and take them on a journey through a magical world of creativity and self-fulfillment. The projects here help young readers discover nature"s gifts, encourage exploration of what lies outside one"s doorstep, and emphasize the importance of ecological harmony as vital to living a happier life. Children and their parents will return again and again to this colorful and entertaining tribute to an artist whose legacy offers hope and inspiration for all of us.
