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The Children of Slowville: Les Enfants de Slowville
Living in a kinder and greener world... Do you want to know what it's like? Follow the children of Slowville in their adventures, enjoying a life close to nature, close to animals and people!
Picture book for children aged 6, 7, 8, 9.
In this book: 2 stories + 1 colouring page:
First story "Day out at the Farm": The children are going to visit the local farm today and they will soon see that Suzy, the farmer, has a very busy job!
Second story "Mrs Rose and Her Pigeon": Mrs Rose knows the children very well, she regularly meets them at the old people's home where she's a resident. Today, the children come to cook and eat with the residents, but something unusual will happen...
"The Children of Slowville" is a series of bilingual books (English / French) with watercolour painted illustrations and beautiful values to share with our children: respect for nature, kindness to others and compassion for animals.
FRANÇAIS :
Un monde plus doux et reconnecté avec la nature... ça vous fait rêver ? Suivez les enfants de Slowville dans leurs jolies aventures au plus près de la nature, des animaux et des autres !
Livre illustré pour enfants de 6, 7, 8, 9 ans !
Dans ce livre : 2 histoires + 1 page à colorier :
Première histoire
"Visite à la Ferme" :
Les enfants vont visiter la ferme locale aujourd'hui et ils vont vite réaliser que Suzy qui s'occupe des animaux, n'a pas le temps de s'ennuyer !
Deuxième histoire
"Madame Rose et Son Pigeon" :
Madame Rose connaît bien les enfants, elle les voit régulièrement venir à la maison de retraite où elle est pensionnaire. Aujourd'hui, les enfants viennent cuisiner et manger avec les pensionnaires, mais quelque chose d'inhabituel va se passer...
"Les Enfants de Slowville" est une série de livres bilingues (Anglais / Français) avec des illustrations peintes à l'aquarelle et de jolies valeurs à partager avec nos enfants : le respect de la nature, la gentillesse envers les autres et la compassion pour les animaux.
43 pages, Paperback
Published February 20, 2019
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March 14, 2024
I liked this, and it was nice to be able to read French which wasn't on Duolingo! I'll read this again.
November 3, 2019
The Children of Slowville: Les Enfants de Slowville
Written and illustrated by Madly Chatterjee
As you may have guessed, this book is bilingual. Two separate stories are presented in English and French.
Slowville is an imaginary town. It is located in an urban center that contains many opportunities for walking, cycling, and boating. Readers are introduced to five children who attend a rooftop school.
In the first story, the children are visiting the farm with their teacher, Mrs. Santos. Suzy, their guide, explains the care of the cows and sheep. One of the newborn calves has been orphaned. The children watch it introduced to a foster mother. They also discover what happens in an emergency.
In the second tale, Mrs. Scott, their cooking teacher, brings the children to a retirement home where they will be cooking a meal for the residents. Another unexpected event leads to an exciting day.
This book introduces its readers to a second language. It also provides examples of how children can become active participants and problem-solvers in their community. A few interactive activities encourage children to practice their language skills and a coloring page at the end encourages creativity.
Written and illustrated by Madly Chatterjee
As you may have guessed, this book is bilingual. Two separate stories are presented in English and French.
Slowville is an imaginary town. It is located in an urban center that contains many opportunities for walking, cycling, and boating. Readers are introduced to five children who attend a rooftop school.
In the first story, the children are visiting the farm with their teacher, Mrs. Santos. Suzy, their guide, explains the care of the cows and sheep. One of the newborn calves has been orphaned. The children watch it introduced to a foster mother. They also discover what happens in an emergency.
In the second tale, Mrs. Scott, their cooking teacher, brings the children to a retirement home where they will be cooking a meal for the residents. Another unexpected event leads to an exciting day.
This book introduces its readers to a second language. It also provides examples of how children can become active participants and problem-solvers in their community. A few interactive activities encourage children to practice their language skills and a coloring page at the end encourages creativity.
October 23, 2019
Children will enjoy Slowville. There are adventures, nature to admire & friendly animals to play with.
The school is on a rooftop.
The city center has a marina, a pond, lots of flowers/trees & shops for anything 1 might want/need.
Today is a chance for Kimaya, Ben, Sanjee, Savya, Oliver, Mei & Toby (dog) to visit & learn about a Farm. Suzy(farmer) will give the tour/presentation. Mrs. Santos (teacher) will accompany them.
Next stop for the school kids a retirement home for the elderly.
Mrs. Rose ism feeding the pigeons.
Where will the school kids go next?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great watercolor painted illustrations & proper font & writing style. A very well written children’s educational adventure story book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great children’s educational adventure movie, a classroom PP presentation, or a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.
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Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
The school is on a rooftop.
The city center has a marina, a pond, lots of flowers/trees & shops for anything 1 might want/need.
Today is a chance for Kimaya, Ben, Sanjee, Savya, Oliver, Mei & Toby (dog) to visit & learn about a Farm. Suzy(farmer) will give the tour/presentation. Mrs. Santos (teacher) will accompany them.
Next stop for the school kids a retirement home for the elderly.
Mrs. Rose ism feeding the pigeons.
Where will the school kids go next?
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great watercolor painted illustrations & proper font & writing style. A very well written children’s educational adventure story book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great children’s educational adventure movie, a classroom PP presentation, or a mini TV series. A very easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free author; BookZio; BookSends; Amazon Digital Services LLC.; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
March 27, 2020
An innovative series of children’s books
I started with the second book ‘children of Slowville’ first, and this was so fun that I wanted to read the first one too. Well, I liked these two new stories as much as I did in the other book. What a great ecological setting of the city where these 6 friends live. For me that is the most innovative in this series of books.
The stories are nice and the illustrations just amazing.
I absolutely recommend.
I started with the second book ‘children of Slowville’ first, and this was so fun that I wanted to read the first one too. Well, I liked these two new stories as much as I did in the other book. What a great ecological setting of the city where these 6 friends live. For me that is the most innovative in this series of books.
The stories are nice and the illustrations just amazing.
I absolutely recommend.
October 10, 2019
Diversity
I love this book a lot, children of color are presented and the message is very nice plus it's in Spanish, very unique, Thank you for making this one so special. I highly recommend this book.
I love this book a lot, children of color are presented and the message is very nice plus it's in Spanish, very unique, Thank you for making this one so special. I highly recommend this book.
December 18, 2019
Very educational
This is a great piece of work, well written and spiced with diversity. I love the fact that children will be able to read and learn in a new language. I love the different questions asked at the end of the story of each page
This is a great piece of work, well written and spiced with diversity. I love the fact that children will be able to read and learn in a new language. I love the different questions asked at the end of the story of each page
March 22, 2021
Two good stories
The author engages us from the beginning asking questions about the illustrations on the pages. Adventurous stories first about animal rescues and second about finding an elderly person. Educational and bilingual. Love the illustrations.
The author engages us from the beginning asking questions about the illustrations on the pages. Adventurous stories first about animal rescues and second about finding an elderly person. Educational and bilingual. Love the illustrations.
July 14, 2019
A good read
Two stories in one boo. Awesome. Loved both stories. Great for story telling and discussion at circle time. Love it.
Two stories in one boo. Awesome. Loved both stories. Great for story telling and discussion at circle time. Love it.
October 28, 2019
Wonderful book!
This wonderful book teaches children both English and French with stories about nature, teamwork, and care. Slowville is one of our favorite places now!
This wonderful book teaches children both English and French with stories about nature, teamwork, and care. Slowville is one of our favorite places now!
January 18, 2023
My son really enjoyed this book. Madly knows how to capture the reader’s attention, bright colours and lovely illustrations. Perfect for kids that are studying both languages English and French
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