LoveReading4Kids Says
An animated celebration of the countryside with a powerful message about the importance of preserving nature at its heart, Old Oak and the Wild Flowers will both delight and inform young readers.
After a particularly long, hot summer the wildlife in Barley Field is dying and many of the butterflies, bees and all the other insects who have always lived in it are persuaded by Stag Beetle that they should leave the field and find food else were. Luckily, Mr Shield and Old Oak quickly come up with a plan! The birds are on standby to help. Together they bring the life and colour of new plants back into Barley Field and the insects soon follow. Erin Brown’s detailed and colourful illustrations bring this animated pastural scene to life beautifully.
Julia Eccleshare M.B.E
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Old Oak and the Wild Flowers Synopsis
A lyrical story featuring charming characters, encouraging nature connection, empathy and positive action. Illustrated in stunning detail by Erin Brown, children will enjoy spotting a multitude of accurately depicted creatures and gain understanding of the interdependence of species.
In this third book in the series, good friends Old Oak and Mr Shield worry about the weather. The summer was too hot: the mighty Stag Beetle holds a meeting, and the winged insects leave to find food elsewhere.
Finally, a wondrous field of wild flowers awaits Old Oak, and his friends begin to return. An optimistic tale about positive human actions.
About This Edition
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9781838365196 |
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15th May 2024 |
| Author: |
Elena Mannion |
| Illustrator: |
Erin Brown |
| Publisher: |
Pikku Publishing |
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Hardback |
| Pagination: |
32 pages |
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Elena Mannion Press Reviews
‘This enchanting and lyrical hardback story shows 5-11 year olds how important nature and wildlife are to the countryside ecosystem. A work of art, Old Oak and the Wild Flowers is a beautiful and memorable picture book to inspire conservation and discussion about protecting rural England’. - The School Reading List
'This is a gorgeous nature read for young children. Fabulous illustrations that are a joy to look at on every page. A lovely story about children, farmers, crops, flowers and a wise old oak tree.' - Fiona Sharp, Independent Book Reviews
Praise for Old Oak and Little Acorn;
‘The language provides a real sense of the countryside and its inhabitants. It is increasingly important that children are introduced to words such as ‘acorn’, ‘dunnock’ and ‘hedgerow’. - Anne Bradley, National Secretary of the Federation of Children’s Book Groups
‘Old Oak and Little Acorn transports you into the natural world with a great, big smile on your face.’ - Sara Lom, CEO, The Tree Council
‘This really is a brilliant and beautiful book for readers of all ages, and the artwork is stunning with so much to seek and fi nd and talk about on every page’ - Edspire
Praise for The Happy Hedgerow;
‘Lyrical prose and beautifully illustrated ... should be in every primary school library’ - English 4-11 Magazine
‘A moving story and beautifully thought out, touching on big themes in an accessible way. The illustrations are stunning’ - Lindsey Chapman, Presenter BBC One, BBC Two, BBC Radio 4 and Channel 5
