Synopses & Reviews
A young Amish girl describes a year in her life and the activities that fill it, from early spring through the following winter. Each season brings with it new joys. As spring approaches, the girl and the other children go out to fly their kites high above the silos and leafless trees. Summer, fall, and winter, each with its chores and enjoyments, come to life, too.
Synopsis
From autumn harvesting and Christmas celebrations to spring cleaning and a special birthday party in the summer, a year in the life of a young Amish girl is captured in a colorfully illustrated, nonfiction picture book. Reprint.
About the Author
Richard Ammon can trace his ancestry to northwest Switzerland, where Jakob Ammann, founder of the Amish,was born. Though probably not a descendant of Ammann, Ammon enjoys driving his Old Order Amish friends to horse sales. A professor of children's literature at Penn State University, Mr. Ammon lives in Middletown, Pennsylvania.
Pamela Patrick has painted professionally as an illustrator and fine artist since 1983. She has created covers and picture books for most major U.S. publishers. Historic painting, portrait work, and corporate commissions fill most of her time now. Ms. Patrick lives in Pennsylvania.