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English
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"In The Comfort of Crows, Margaret Renkl presents a literary devotional: fifty-two chapters that follow the creatures and plants in her backyard over the course of a year. As we move through the seasons -- from a crow spied on New Year's Day, its resourcefulness and sense of community setting a theme for the year, to the lingering bluebirds of December, revisiting the nest box they used in spring -- what develops is a portrait of joy and grief: joy...
Author
Publisher
Random House Childrens Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
From Springtime fun to cozy Winter, this board book captures the adorableness of a diverse cast of babies in the beauty of all four seasons. With simple text and irresistible art, this lighthearted book will bring a smile to parents and the youngest readers alike.
Author
Publisher
Arctis Books
Pub. Date
2022.
Language
English
Description
"From the excitement of a first snowfall to spring flowers blooming to the magic of summer's warm winds, A Dream for Every Season will have children dreaming of the natural world in this beautiful bedtime book. The beauty of each season of the year...the change each season brings...the passage of time and its special charm come to life in poetic rhyme, accompanied by gorgeous illustrations in this bedtime book."--
4) Seasons
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Series
Publisher
DK Children
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
Use your reading superpowers to learn all about the four seasons.
5) Stitching through the seasons: evocative patterns and projects to capture the magic of each month
Author
Publisher
Roost Books
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"With 56 unique embroidery pieces to reflect the seasons, this next book from beloved author Yumiko Higuchi takes creatives on a month-by-month exploration of colorful motifs that can be used on a variety of fabrics and surfaces. Each month starts with an emblem of the month number, such as a vibrant poppy wreath for May, a viny pumpkin for October, and sprigs of mistletoe and Christmas roses for December. Each emblem perfectly captures the spirit...
6) September
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Publisher
Thomas Dunne Books
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"A place you will never forget: Rosamunde Pilcher's Scotland ... where the fields flourish with greenery, the bills bloom with purple, and the lochs glitter with the bright blue of the sky. A time you will never forget: September ... when the heather is in full flower, the first chill of autumn cools the air, and the countryside stirs with the hunt, balls, dinner parties, and dance. A novel you will never forget: Rosamunde Pilcher's September ......
Author
Publisher
Clavis
Pub. Date
2023
Language
English
Description
It's spring! The sun is shining gently, the leaves are growing, a bird is singing, and I'm picking beautiful flowers. After spring, it's summer! The sun is nice and warm and we're spending a day at the beach. I play in the sand, collect small shells, and splash in the water.
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Publisher
Flatiron Books
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
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"For fans of Ariadne, a spellbinding debut fantasy about a human who gets trapped with the god of Autumn, who brings with him life-threatening danger and a forbidden romance. Under the right circumstances, would even a god fall? Tirne is one of four humans rigorously selected to usher the turn of the seasons into the mortal world. Every year, she escorts the taciturn god Autumn between the godly and human realms. Autumn's seasonal stay among mortals...
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Publisher
B DE BLOCK
Pub. Date
[2024].
Language
Español
Description
Un cuento en rima para conectar con las estaciones, inspirado en la pedagogía Waldorf. Cinco pequeños duendes viven en un árbol al lado de la carretera. Con la llegada de cada nueva temporada viven nuevas experiencias y emociones. Ya sea que haga sol, viento o frío, buscan gotas de rocío, disfrutan de los diferentes olores, recolectan frutas de temporada, cuidan las flores… ¡Cada día es un buen día para descubrir la belleza de la naturaleza!
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Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
Spring rains change Water from a tumbling creek to a roaring river and bring Tree nutrients it needs to stretch toward the sky. As Sun's rays intensify, the sprouts and fruits and insects of the forest grow and bloom and develop, all working together in harmony. Even Fire, whose work causes Tree to ache from the inside, brings opportunity for the next generation of flora and fauna. Paired with the vivid, organic imagery of Dominique Ramsey, Liz Garton...
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Publisher
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"You are magic... and so is the world around you, transforming with each new season! The Wheel of the Year is a way to learn about nature's rhythms - for noticing and celebrating the seasons as they come and go. The spokes of the Wheel mark important turning points: the Winter and Summer Solstices, the Spring and Fall Equinoxes, and the festivals of seeding, growing, and harvesting that arrive in between. Through themed activities, crafts, and rituals,...
Author
Publisher
Andrews McMeel Publishing
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Description
"In The Valley, best friends Haru and Yama both dream of leaving as they're bullied at school, frustrated at home, and struggling to figure out who they are. One day, a powerful artifact connects itself to Yama, and they discover that they'll have to journey to The Beacon in search of answers. Created by artist Joe Latham, this beautifully illustrated graphic novel series is a coming-of-age tale that spans the changing of seasons. Beginning in spring...
Author
Publisher
Sounds True
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"Written in sync with the progression of the seasons, A Year in Practice is a program of holistic techniques and journaling prompts to nurture the creative seeker all year long. Four seasonally themed chapters keep you connected to natural phases of creative contraction and expansion, from the quiet hibernation of winter to the jubilant and expressive communing of summer. Used regularly, you will move through artistic blocks, deepen your capacity...
Author
Publisher
Tundra Books
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Join an adorable cast of animal characters as they explore the alphabet through the seasons. From gathering honey in spring to building cozy campfires in fall, the friends make the most of each season, both enjoying the great outdoors and staying snug inside. Learning the alphabet is fun when adventuring with these critters, and children and adults alike will delight in Teagan White's sweet, nostalgic illustrations."--
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