Synopses & Reviews
A garden's brilliance reflects the care and skill of its gardener. In this vibrant photo-essay, young children are introduced to the lively world of gardening.
The clear and informative text explains tips of the trade, like the importance of compost and worms to nourish plants of all kinds, and the right time of year to plant bulbs. Lavish photographs, many of which were taken in the Children's Garden at the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, bring this much-loved hobby to life. Children will learn that gardening isn't difficult, it just takes time and patience. And best of all, the results can be both beautiful and delicious. A brief glossary is also included.
Review
"Lush, crisp photographs infused with every shade of green draw children into a celebration of planning, planting, and tending a garden....
Garden goes a long way toward sparking enthusiasm for this rewarding activity." --
The Horn Book
About the Author
Robert Maass is the author of
When Autumn Comes,
When Winter Comes,
When Spring Comes,
When Summer Comes, and
Tugboats. He lives with his family in Brooklyn, New York. The Brooklyn Botanic Garden, which since 1914 has been impressing upon young minds the importance of nature and plants, approved the text, glossary and photographs in this book. Its Children's Garden has been a model for similar gardens worldwide.