PICTURE BOOK NONFICTION : Seeds by Carme Lemniscates & Creature Features illustrated by Natasha Durley
ABOUT THE BOOK
Some seeds are whisked away by the wind, while others are carried by creatures to their destinations. Once seeds find their spot, they go through breathtaking transformations, multiplying in number and size and thriving in even the most unseemly places. We humans plant seeds, too, and with care we can cultivate and nurture something wonderful, whether by sowing a seed in the earth or by choosing our own seeds of kindness to spread around. With gorgeous, welcoming illustrations, the creator of Trees and Birds presents another ode to the beauty around and within us.
REVIEW
Seeds travel far and wide in a variety of ways. Wind, animals, and humans all help seeds find a place to grown. Once such a place is found, the seed transforms into a plant, a pumpkin plant is the example used in the book. And the plant produces more seeds. Small seeds can grow into large plants. Seeds can grow in surprising places. Humans have the privilege of participating in this amazing process. There are also many different types of seeds, both physical seeds that grow into plants, and emotional seeds of friendship. Both kinds of seeds need to be taken care of in order to grow. The themes of the book revolve around the remarkable nature of seeds, those planted in the ground and those planted in the heart. The gorgeous illustrations beautifully highlight the major points in the text. The book would work well as an introduction to seeds and plants or brief commentary on friendship.
ABOUT THE BOOK
Vibrantly illustrated by new talent Natasha Durley, this is an animal book with a difference. Each page is bursting with unusual creatures united by a common characteristic. From enormous ears to humongous horns, from elephants to earwigs, this eclectic collection celebrates the diversity and the commonality of the animal kingdom. And with something to look for on every page, it's guaranteed to fascinate young animal lovers.
REVIEW
Animals come with a wide variety of different physical characteristics. Noses, ears, tails, and eyes show up in an amazing number of ways. This book highlights some of those different features, one feature per two page spread. The thick pages make it appropriate for younger readers to hold and read. The large size of the book allows for many animals to be shown on each spread. The animals include both the well-known and the lesser known. The book is a fun way to look at all the different ways animals are put together. The only thing I didn't love was that the illustrations are highly stylized. I prefer photographs or more realistic illustrations. That's mostly a personal preference though. Children are likely to enjoy the bright colorful illustrations with unusual detailing. A fun book for kids who enjoy learning about animals.
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