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40 pp.
| Tilbury
| January, 2017
|
TradeISBN 978-0-88448-495-0$16.95
(3)
K-3
Illustrated by
Carol Schwartz.
Rhyming, cumulative text is reflected in vibrant, verdant illustrations as creatures (including a ladybug, hummingbird, and mantis) visit a lush flower garden; each verse ends with "near the surprise / in clever disguise / that hangs in my busy green garden." Kids will enjoy discovering the surprise (a cocoon) and searching for the chipmunk hiding in every spread. Information about each visitor is appended.
(3)
K-3
A cover and endpapers reminiscent of red-checked tablecloths set the tone for fourteen rhymes and related recipes--i.e., "Peter, Peter, Pumpkin Eater" is paired with pumpkin muffins. Vibrant illustrations show cheery animals acting out the rhymes and include the finished cooking project. Illuminated letters begin each recipe. A ring binding holds the book flat while adults assist both new and more experienced cooks.