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Up in the garden and down in the dirt / by Kate Messner ; with art by Christopher Silas Neal.
"Up in the garden, the world is full of green--leaves and sprouts, growing vegetables, ripening fruit. But down in the dirt there is a busy world of earthworms digging, snakes hunting, skunks burrowing, and all the other animals that make a garden their home. In this exuberant book, discover the wonder and activity that lie hidden between the stalks, under the shade of leaves . . . and down in the dirt."--Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 1452119368
- ISBN: 9781452119366
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations
- Publisher: San Francisco : Chronicle Books, [2015]
- Copyright: ©2015
Content descriptions
| Target Audience Note: | Ages 4-8. K to grade 3. |
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 22.50 |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Gardening > Juvenile fiction. Gardens > Juvenile fiction. Soils > Juvenile fiction. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookstown Branch | NAT JP Messn | 31681002786556 | PICTURE | Available | - |
- Baker & Taylor
"Up in the garden, the world is full of green--leaves and sprouts, growing vegetables, ripening fruit. But down in the dirt there is a busy world of earthworms digging, snakes hunting, skunks burrowing, and all the other animals that make a garden their home. In this exuberant book, discover the wonder and activity that lie hidden between the stalks, under the shade of leaves . . . and down in the dirt."-- - Baker & Taylor
A lyrical follow-up to the award-winning Over and Under the Snow explores the hidden world of a vegetable garden through the seasons of the year, revealing a thriving world of insects and animals below the surface of growing vegetables. - Baker & Taylor
Explores the hidden world of a vegetable garden through the seasons of the year, revealing a thriving world of insects and animals below the surface of growing vegetables. - Grand Central Pub
In this exuberant and lyrical addition to the award-winning Over and Under series, emerging readers will delight in discovering the wonders that lie hidden between stalks, under the shade of leaves, and down in the dirt.
From the author-illustrator team behind Over and Under the Snow and Over and Under the Pond.
Explore the secret realm beneath the dirt that brings the world of nature to life:Â Follow a young girl and her grandmother on a journey through the year planning, planting, and harvesting their gardenâand learn about what's happening in the dirt to help make it all happen.
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Up in the garden, the world is full of greenâleaves and sprouts, growing vegetables, ripening fruit. But down in the dirt exists a busy worldâearthworms dig, snakes hunt, skunks burrowâpopulated by all the creatures that make a garden their home.
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These secrets and many others are waiting to be discovered up in the garden and down in the dirt in this sweet childrenâs book from Kate Messner and Christopher Silas Neal, the latest in their beloved series that offers kids a peek into hidden ecosystems.
ENTERTAINING AND EDUCATIONAL: Beautiful illustrations paired with an easy-to-follow storyline make this a great read for any early elementary school student, while a glossary of animals that live in, around, and under the garden enriches the reading experience.
INSPIRES A LOVE A NATURE: Offering a look inside a hidden and bustling underground ecosystem, this gorgeously illustrated book encourages children to explore the world around them and appreciate the natural wonders they discover.
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A FIVE-STAR FAVORITE OF READERS & REVIEWERS: "The harmonious relationships above and below ground, and those between the two, emphasize the complexities of the garden ecosystem, as well as the joys of sustained engagement with the land."âThe Horn Book Magazine; "Offers excellent coming attractions for what youngsters can expect when they try to grow something." âReading Today
Perfect for:- A great read-aloud book for home or school
- Parents looking for enchanting bedtime reads or nature books for kids
- Fans of books like A Different Pond, A Seed is Sleepy, An Egg Is Quiet, Because of an Acorn, and Over and Under the Rainforest and others in the Over and Under series
- Any kid who loves picture books about science, nature, or animals
- Grand Central Pub
In this exuberant and lyrical follow-up to the award-winning Over and Under the Snow, discover the wonders that lie hidden between stalks, under the shade of leaves . . . and down in the dirt.
Explore the secret world beneath the dirt that brings the world of nature to life: Up in the garden, the world is full of green'leaves and sprouts, growing vegetables, ripening fruit. But down in the dirt exists a busy world'earthworms dig, snakes hunt, skunks burrow'populated by all the animals that make a garden their home. With Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt, you can explore the hidden world and many lives of a garden through the course of a year!
" Follow a young girl and her grandmother as they journey through the year planning, planting, and harvesting their garden'and learn about what's happening in the dirt to help make it all happen
" The stunning and bright illustrations feature dark earthy tones mixed with beautiful pops of color inspire a love of nature and encourage young minds to explore the world around them
" Includes a glossary of animals that live in, around, and under the garden to enrich the reading experience
Fans of A Seed is Sleepy, Spring is Here, and A Nest is Noisy will also love the outstanding illustrations and educational storyline in Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt.
"The harmonious relationships above and below ground, and those between the two, emphasize the complexities of the garden ecosystem, as well as the joys of sustained engagement with the land." 'The Horn Book Magazine
" Great read-aloud book for families and classrooms
" Books for kids ages 5-8
" Early elementary school books
" Books for kindergarten to 3rd grade
