Synopses & Reviews
In this clever reworking of the classic folk song and#8220;Over in the Meadow,and#8221; readers meet villagers who spent their day spinning, cleaning, cooking, dancing, and more. The text counts up from one baby dragon to ten court jesters, and kids will enjoy counting along with each of the characters as they go about their daily work. At the end of the day, all the villagers look out their windows for a special surprise from their dragon neighbors. Readers will pore over illustrations filled with the same unexpected, warm humor of Boni Ashburn and Kelly Murphyand#8217;s first book, Hush, Little Dragon.
Review
andquot;Children will enjoy the idea of taking a hat andandmdash;with a little tape, ribbon, and ingenuityandmdash;decorating it to help celebrate important days.andquot;
Review
andquot;Multicultural characters and the rhythmic, repetitious phrases make this an excellent pick for read-alouds.andquot;
Synopsis
The narrator of this charming picture book loves her summer hat, but as the seasons change, her hat isnandrsquo;t always appropriate for every occasion. She must use her crafting skills to turn the hat into a work of art, perfect for every season and holiday. Featuring the same characters from the first book, I Had a Favorite Dress, along with the hip, eye-catching art style that won it so many fans, this book is perfect for young crafters and their stylish parents.
About the Author
Boni Ashburnand#160;is the author of
Hush, Little Dragon. Sheand#160;lives in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan with her husband and four children. Visit her online at www.boniashburn.com.
Kelly Murphyand#160;is the illustrator of
Hush, Little Dragon and several other picture books.and#160;She lives in North Attleboro, Massachusetts. Visit her online at www.kelmurphy.com.