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An Earth Child's Book of the Year
A magical, nature-loving, walk through the seasons and moons of the year. Children can search for birthstones, magical animals and trees, and learn the cycle of birth, life, death and spiritual renewal. With glimmers of the myths and legends of natural Celtic lore, children will discover new things each time they explore the book. Marian Louise Camden's beautiful melodic writing makes this book a wonderful bedtime story. A wonderful companion book to AN EARTH CHILD'S BOOK OF THE YEAR is AN EARTH CHILD'S BOOK OF VERSE, a book of poetry for the seasons. See also AN EARTH CHILD'S BOOK FOR THE VERY YOUNG, all available on Amazon
32 pages, Paperback
First published November 18, 2011
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July 2, 2012
This review consists of two parts: 1. My daughter's review (she's 9) and 2. My review (the Mom). These are excerpts. For the full review visit our website, www.MotherDaughterBookReviews.com
DAUGHTER SAYS:
What I liked and disliked about it:
I really liked the pictures in this book because they are cool and you have to look for stuff. I was born in the month of March. In the month of March, the birthstone is aquamarine and some of the colours that are mentioned are white, violet, early green, blue-green and pink. The trees for the month of March are the alder and the ash and the special flowers are the jonquil and daffodil. Some of the animals mentioned are lions, hares, and mice. I really liked learning about all the other months too. I liked reading about July, December, and October the best.
My bottom line:
I loved this book and I would recommend it to boys and girls who are 4 years and older because it is an easy and fun book to read.
MOM SAYS:
What I liked and disliked about it:
I really enjoyed this beautiful little book. This is the perfect book to be shared within families. There is something for everyone in this delightful treasure. It's very simple, every month is included and every month is special. My kids enjoyed spying all the special elements in their month: animals, gems, colours, flowers, and trees. Ok, I admit it: I LOVED it too! I see my daughter forgot to include June in her list of faves (she included her Dad's and brother's months). I'm sure that was an oversight!
The prose and illustrations are absolutely beautiful. Each month has a dedicated two-page spread. The words are printed on an ancient scroll and the illustrations are jam-packed with various natural elements and young children (the Earth Children). Everything ties together so nicely with the overall theme of the book. In the forward to the book, there is a reference made to the Celtic culture, so of course I read the book in my best Irish accent, which apparently is no better than my Italian. Sigh...
Just as a note, because there are twelve months and each month is quite detailed, it would be difficult for a four-year old to maintain their interest (although maybe it would be ok for some). My son declined to do a full review, but I read it to him as well and he enjoyed it immensely. He says that he really enjoyed reading about his month (October). In fact, he declares that he loves it and gives it his official 5-Star stamp on it!
My bottom line:
We all REALLY enjoyed reading this book. It is interactive, beautifully illustrated and the prose is so sweet. I would highly recommend it to families with children aged 5 and up.
** An Earth Child's Book of the Year by Marian Louise Camden was provided to us free-of-charge by the author. **
DAUGHTER SAYS:
What I liked and disliked about it:
I really liked the pictures in this book because they are cool and you have to look for stuff. I was born in the month of March. In the month of March, the birthstone is aquamarine and some of the colours that are mentioned are white, violet, early green, blue-green and pink. The trees for the month of March are the alder and the ash and the special flowers are the jonquil and daffodil. Some of the animals mentioned are lions, hares, and mice. I really liked learning about all the other months too. I liked reading about July, December, and October the best.
My bottom line:
I loved this book and I would recommend it to boys and girls who are 4 years and older because it is an easy and fun book to read.
MOM SAYS:
What I liked and disliked about it:
I really enjoyed this beautiful little book. This is the perfect book to be shared within families. There is something for everyone in this delightful treasure. It's very simple, every month is included and every month is special. My kids enjoyed spying all the special elements in their month: animals, gems, colours, flowers, and trees. Ok, I admit it: I LOVED it too! I see my daughter forgot to include June in her list of faves (she included her Dad's and brother's months). I'm sure that was an oversight!
The prose and illustrations are absolutely beautiful. Each month has a dedicated two-page spread. The words are printed on an ancient scroll and the illustrations are jam-packed with various natural elements and young children (the Earth Children). Everything ties together so nicely with the overall theme of the book. In the forward to the book, there is a reference made to the Celtic culture, so of course I read the book in my best Irish accent, which apparently is no better than my Italian. Sigh...
Just as a note, because there are twelve months and each month is quite detailed, it would be difficult for a four-year old to maintain their interest (although maybe it would be ok for some). My son declined to do a full review, but I read it to him as well and he enjoyed it immensely. He says that he really enjoyed reading about his month (October). In fact, he declares that he loves it and gives it his official 5-Star stamp on it!
My bottom line:
We all REALLY enjoyed reading this book. It is interactive, beautifully illustrated and the prose is so sweet. I would highly recommend it to families with children aged 5 and up.
** An Earth Child's Book of the Year by Marian Louise Camden was provided to us free-of-charge by the author. **
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