Kids are captivated by growing things. Their seed, when planted, watered, and cared for, sprouts into a baby plant that's so on sotting out its first roots and leaves. Inspired by children's innate affinity for gardening, Tina Davis has created "Sow and Grow" a years worth of playtime ideas thatcombine fun and learning with a child's sense of wonder at the natural world.
In this, the third in her enchantingly designed series of childrens books, Davis has devised a calendar of indoor-gardening and related activities, all linked to seasonal celebrations and changes: For April, she suggests planting tiny spring gardens in eggshells. For September, pressing late-summer flowers and autumn leaves. For December, decorating the house with living greenery. Each activity is described in child-friendly language and parents are invited to participate!
"Sow and Grow" also acquaints children with the basics of plant biology, teaching them the meanings of words like fruit and flower and explaining the roles of light, air, and water in plant development. Like Davis' other books, "Sow and Grow" is illustrated with charming vintage drawings from children's books of the past. Its lay-flat wire-o binding makes it easy to refer to during use.
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