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It's early spring and the mushroom folk are emerging into the
bright sunshine. Meet the mischievous Fly Agaric Toadstools, the
playful Porcini Mushrooms, the sleepy Slippery Jacks and the regal
Button Mushrooms in this delightful picture book full of whimsy and
vintage charm. As the seasons turn, readers are introduced to the
different mushroom families and learn what makes them special
through a series of charming tales. This is a gorgeous new edition
of the classic picture book which was first published in 1909.
Swedish artist Signe Aspelin's delightful illustrations are
reminiscent of Elsa Beskow and Sibylle von Olfers with their
imagination, liveliness and celebration of nature.
Hettie the Highland cow has lots of hair to keep her warm and cosy.
But other animals want to be cosy too... In springtime two
blackbirds stop by and build their nest in Hettie's hair. She's a
cow not a hedge! In summertime some butterflies lay their eggs in
Hettie's fur, which grow into wriggling caterpillars. In autumn a
squirrel burrows in to hibernate. And in winter a mountain hare
hops aboard too! Poor Hettie. She's a cow, not a hairy hotel! It
might be time for a haircut... The second story about loveable
Hettie the Highland cow takes us through the seasons in Scotland.
This charming, funny story is brought to life by Jo Allan's lively
illustrations.
Hettie the Highland cow is always hungry. She eats grass, thistles,
hedges and even Granny Macleod's washing! When Callum and Kirsty
visit her, they give her treats to eat -- porridge, sandwiches,
shortbread, fish suppers and ice cream! When the children arrive
with a huge cake, Hettie starts to look worried. She's not feeling
so hungry any more... Watch Hettie grow as she eats her way through
many Scottish favourites, until she and the children finally learn
their lesson. This sweet, funny story is brought to life by Jo
Allan's vivacious illustrations.
Hettie the Highland cow is very mucky. Calum and Kirsty think it's
time for a wash but Hettie isn't keen. Quick -- hide! But poor
Hettie finds she can't hide in the flock of sheep, or behind the
prickly gorse bush, or with the deer in the forest -- she's too
big! When she gets tangled up in the washing line, her hide and
seek is over. But a bath might not be so bad after allÂ… In the
third story starring the mischievous Highland cow, Hettie's
attempts to avoid a bath lead to a hilarious game of hide and seek.
This lively and funny story is brought to life by Jo Allan's
characterful illustrations.
-- Stunning watercolour paintings by one of Sweden's best-loved
artists -- Fascinating insight into Swedish rural and artistic life
in the late nineteenth century -- Accompanied by an explanatory
text giving more detail about his life and techniques Carl Larsson
is one of Sweden's best-loved artists. His stunning watercolours of
his home and family from the end of the nineteenth century are
acclaimed as one of the richest records of life at that time. The
paintings in this book are a combined collection which depict
Larsson's family -- his wife Karin and their eight children -- his
home in the village of Sundborn, and his farm, Spadarvet. The
accompanying text provides a fascinating insight into Larsson
family and farm life, and his painting techniques. Today, over
60,000 tourists a year visit Sundborn to admire Larsson's home and
work. Also published as three separate volumes: A Home, A Family,
and A Farm.
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Now that Night is Near (Hardcover)
Astrid Lindgren; Illustrated by Marit Toernqvist; Translated by Polly Lawson
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R416
R342
Discovery Miles 3 420
Save R74 (18%)
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"Come now little one, it's time to go to sleep. All the little
children are tucked up in bed. Their mamas and their papas too --
Everyone should go to sleep, now that night is near." It's bedtime,
and across the land everyone is settling down to sleep. The cows
are lying down in their fields, the rabbits are snug in their
burrows, and the birds are resting on their branches. Except
someone isn't quite ready to close their eyes just yet... A curious
cat gently wanders through midsummer fields, forests and dusky
Swedish landscapes as the sun slowly sets. When will he be ready to
sleep? Written by Astrid Lindgren, the bestselling author of Pippi
Longstocking, and accompanied by luminous artwork from
award-winning illustrator Marit Toernqvist, this soothing story is
perfect for sharing with young children at bedtime.
One beautiful spring day in Sweden, Goran the bull charges
furiously out of his stall and into the farmyard. People gather
from miles around to see the angry bull, but no one can calm him
down. Then Karl, the farm boy, has a brave idea. Can the little boy
save the day? A charming, traditional story from Astrid Lindgren,
bestselling author of Pippi Longstocking, with illustrations from
acclaimed Swedish artist Marit Toernqvist. Her delicate depictions
of wooden houses, characterful villagers and silver birch trees
wonderfully evoke the spirit of a Swedish farm from long ago.
"The river twisted and turned through the forest. Alex and Jo saw
lots of extraordinary birds, but none were the Rainbow Bird."
Unless Jo and Alex can find the last Rainbow Bird, its species will
become extinct. Journeying by riverboat through a spectacular
forest, the children find many extraordinary birds -- elegant
Underwater Birds, glowing Lamp Birds and excitable Big-to-Little
Birds -- but will they find the last Rainbow Bird? This vibrant
picture book by award-winning author and illustrator Nora Brech is
a riot of colour, imagination and wonder. Children will love the
heartfelt, fun story which gently and imaginatively explores
wildlife conservation.
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