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Sunflower Houses: Inspiration From the Garden - A Book for Children and Their Grown-ups. | ||
| Author: | Sharon Lovejoy | ||
| ISBN: | 0761123865 | ||
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A magical book of adventures and appreciations written and illustrated by the author of Roots, Shoots, Buckets & Boots this award-winning title was published by a small press in Colorado in 1991. The reviews say it all: A fetching primer on gardening for children. . . . Irresistible (The Smithsonian). What child, or indeed adult, would not be delighted? Lovejoy's recollections are wonderful, as are the illustrations (Victoria). Celebrating the lore of the garden and the joy of interacting with nature, Sunflower Houses is a unique garden lover's miscellany, a collection of memories, poems, activities, garden plans, crafts, botanical riddles, stories, games, and planting projects. There are inspirations for a Floral Clock Garden, A Child's Own Rainbow, Faerie Tea Parties, and, of course, the Sunflower House. Plus, from garden lovers, stories of favorite flowers. Throughout are the artist's warm and appealing watercolors of a life in gardening remembered. Sunflower Houses: Inspiration From the Garden - A Book for Children and Their Grown-ups. FROM THE PUBLISHER Celebrate the lore of the garden and the joys of interacting with nature. Filled with cozy recollections and garden poems, a plant abecedarium and the charm of pansies, how to grow a zucchini "fish" in a bottle and why every garden needs a swing, this unique miscellany insures that the memorable outdoor experiences of childhood will be passed on from one generation to the next. Illustrating the book throughout are the author's warm and appealing watercolors of a life in gardening remembered. FROM THE CRITICS Washington Times Even the youngest gardeners get a thrill from watching a plant grow - particularly a plant they nurtured. Children's Literature This charming and unique book by a flower and herb naturalist reveals the joy of outdoor experiences that can be shared and passed on from one generation to the next. Even ardent couch potatoes will be inspired to discover the fun offered by interacting with the flora and fauna. Activities and information along with beautiful watercolor illustrations beckon readers to experience a sunflower house, and to make birdhouses from gourds, daisy chains, walnut baskets and more. The book is peppered with quotes about nature, poems, technical information and the author's childhood memories and the joy of being with nature. The book is divided into sections that include seasonal activities, nature's toyshop, flower stories, flower dolls, secret places, garden games and how to plan a garden. Also included is an epilogue by the author, garden riddles, a bibliography and a complete glossary of plant names. Adults will enjoy sharing this treasure of a book, full of positive and memorable ideas and activities, with young readers. This would be a useful resource for both classroom and family library. 2001, Workman, $13.95. Ages 8 up. Reviewer: Sue Reichard
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