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The Pen That Pa Builtby David Edwards
Synopses & ReviewsPublisher Comments:In this warm display of old-fashioned know-how and family spirit, a blanket is made from scratch--from the shearing to the carding, spinning, dyeing, and weaving. And it all starts in the pen that Pa built. Told through Ashley Wolff's vibrant artwork, this illustrated history of 1830s North America celebrates the lost art of creating a cherished, homemade object. Author's note provides further historical and natural science information.ReviewsAwards:The Best Children's Books of the Year 2008, by the Children's Book Committee for Bank Street College of Education Description:In this warm display of old-fashioned know-how and family spirit, a blanket is made from scratch—from the shearing to the carding, spinning, dying, and weaving. And it all starts in the pen that Pa built. Told through Ashley Wolff’s vibrant artwork, this illustrated history of 1830s North America celebrates the lost art of creating a cherished, homemade object. About the AuthorDavid Edwards is addicted to living history museums and lives in Tucson, Arizona, with his wife and four children. The Pen That Pa Built is his first published book. ASHLEY WOLFF has written and/or illustrated more than 40 books, including Baby Beluga and Miss Bindergarten Gets Ready for Kindergarten. She lives in San Francisco, California, with her family. What Our Readers Are SayingBe the first to add a comment for a chance to win!Product Details
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