Synopses & Reviews
It's market day, and everyone's going to the town square. But this is no ordinary market--it's a veritable feast of folk art from around the world, assembled with Lois Ehlert's impeccable eye for color and design. Whether you're looking for fruits, vegetables, or just an afternoon of fun, here's a shopping trip you won't want to miss! and#8226;A simple introduction to folk art from an award-winning illustrator and#8226;Includes a key detailing sources of the art used to create each piece and#8226;Combined artistic and multicultural appeal a plus for teachers
Review
"A vibrant and fascinating picture book . . . Ehlert has created a . . . captivating world within these pages."--
Kirkus Reviews"A festive outing, with a gorgeous assortment of objects in vivid, eye-catching colors."--School Library Journal
[star]"[An] exuberant picture book."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)
Synopsis
It's market day, and everyone's going to the town square. Yet this is no ordinary market--it's a veritable feast of folk art from around the world, assembled with Ehlert's impeccable eye for color and design. Whether readers are looking for fruits, vegetables, or just an afternoon of fun, here's a shopping trip they won't want to miss. Color illustrations.
Synopsis
Wake up! It's market day!
Synopsis
Everyone's going to the town square. But this is no ordinary market--it's a feast of folk art from around the world. Whether you're looking for fruits, vegetables, or just an afternoon of fun, this is a shopping trip you don't want to miss!
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About the Author
LOIS EHLERT has written and illustrated many award-winning picture books. Traveling from her home in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, she has explored the globe, collecting the textiles and folk and primitive art featured in this book.