| Author |
Ransome, Arthur, 1884-1967 |
| Illustrator |
Craine, Frances |
| Title |
The Child's Book of the Seasons
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 81.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
Spring -- Summer -- Autumn -- Winter.
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| Credits |
Produced by Heather Strickland & Marc D'Hooghe
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| Summary |
"The Child's Book of the Seasons" by Arthur Ransome is a charming nature book for children written in the early 20th century. This delightful work explores the joys and wonders of each of the four seasons through the eyes of two imaginative children, the Imp and the Elf, as they engage with the natural world around them. The book invites young readers to appreciate the beauty and significance of seasonal changes and the flora and fauna associated with each period. Throughout the book, the Imp and the Elf embark on various adventures during Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter, discovering vibrant flowers, playful animals, and the beauty of different weather conditions. From the first haunts of primroses in Spring to the joy of picking blackberries in Autumn, the narrative captures the sense of wonder children feel when exploring nature. The story also reflects themes of friendship, curiosity, and the simple joys of childhood, making it a captivating read that encourages young readers to connect with the changing seasons and their own surroundings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QH: Science: Natural history
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| Subject |
Natural history -- Juvenile literature
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| Subject |
Seasons -- Juvenile literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
40448 |
| Release Date |
Aug 8, 2012 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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