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Planting the Wild Garden [Hardcover]

Kathryn O. Galbraith (Author), Wendy Anderson Halperin (Illustrator)
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April 1, 2011 6 and up1 and up
Seed by seed, we plant the wild meadow garden wind and water, birds and animals, plants and people all of us together.

In this lyrical picture book, author Kathryn O. Galbraith explains the many ways in which seeds are spread and planted.

A farmer and her son plant vegetables in their garden, and the wind carries a few seeds away. Birds and animals may carry some along with them on their travels. Sometimes the rain washes them away to a new and unexpected location. And sometimes something more extraordinary occurs, as in when the pods of the Scotch Broom plant open explosively in the summer heat, scattering seed everywhere like popcorn. Year-round, we all play a role in the dispersal of seeds throughout our landscape, planting the wild garden together.

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"...It s a thoroughly handsome book, suffused with calm." --Publishers Weekly (February 14, 2011)

"...There s plenty to pore over and savor; this title would germinate nicely in primary classrooms and sow curiosity in one-on-one sharing. --Kirkus (March 1, 2011)

...A natural choice for curriculum connections. --Booklist (April 15, 2011)

About the Author

Kathryn Galbraith is the author of numerous children s picture books and novels. She teaches writing for children at the University of Washington.

Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  • Hardcover: 32 pages
  • Publisher: Peachtree Publishers; 1 edition (April 1, 2011)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1561455636
  • ISBN-13: 978-1561455638
  • Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 9.9 x 0.4 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #761,271 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautifully-illustrated ode to the seasons and Mother Nature, April 13, 2011
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Though my kindergartener has graduated to chapter books, we still check picture books out from our local library. We are particularly enchanted by books with delightful illustrations, lyrical prose or verse, and a positive, inspiring message.

In Planting The Wild Garden, the reader is initially introduced to a farmer and her boy, gently tending to planting in their garden. As the reader continues, the scene changes to one which depicts seeds being dispersed by nature - the wind, rain, birds, animals, and plants. The lush illustrations are painted in beautiful, earth-toned hues that truly enchant and hold the reader's attention. Perfect for reading aloud, and used in the classroom and home. This is a book that I think will be a classic - to be enjoyed by both the young and old, and makes an excellent addition to any home and school library.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Enchanting tale of nature, April 5, 2011
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My 4 year old enjoyed the book very much. Illustrations are very engaging, especially in the inserts showing plant details. It's a great spring read for children and adults.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely and educational too!, June 13, 2011
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In Planting the Wild Garden, the author does a great job of describing the magic of how the world around us comes alive with plants, flowers, shrubs, and trees, with the help of wildlife, the weather, and even humans. Seeds and nuts play the starring role throughout the story as they travel by whatever means available, eventually settling into their own special place to produce something wonderful.

The story is a charming journey through a meadow, enhanced by lovely pastel watercolor illustrations that set a relaxing mood. The language is simple and descriptive, and easily read and understood by emerging readers; likewise, the read-aloud story will appeal to preschoolers with their eager curiosity about the world around us. A wonderful way to introduce children to the concepts of gardening!

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