![]() ![]() The format, with little space devoted to text, doesn’t always allow for thorough explanations, and kids will need help with many facts and terms. Short poetic phrases in large print, aimed at younger children, give seeds accessible, anthropomorphic qualities: “A seed is sleepy” “A seed is adventurous.” Paragraphs in smaller print, which tackle science concepts and expand on the phrases, are geared to older readers. ![]() This time, the topic is seeds, and once again, Long’s masterful watercolors dominate each spread, which includes text on two levels. In this follow-up to An Egg Is Quiet (2006), the creators offer another beautifully illustrated introduction to an aspect of the natural world. ![]() Her detailed paintings are inspired by her love of animals and the outdoors. Sylvia Long is the illustrator of many bestselling books for children. She lives on an island off the coast of Texas. About the Author & Illustratorĭianna Hutts Aston is the author of many books for children and the founder of the Oz Project, a nonprofit foundation for disadvantaged children. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, the book introduces children to a fascinating array of seed and plant facts, making it perfect reading material at home or in the classroom. This gorgeous book from award-winning artist Sylvia Long and author Dianna Hutts Aston offers children a beautiful and informative look at the intricate, complex, and often surprising world of seeds. ![]()
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