{"product_id":"little-old-farm-folk-9781567925944","title":"Little Old Farm Folk","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLittle Old Farm Folk - A Charming Board Book for Farm-Loving Toddlers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis delightful board book brings farm life to young children through Andrea Wisnewski's distinctive paper-cut illustration style. \u003cstrong\u003eLittle Old Farm Folk\u003c\/strong\u003e guides toddlers through the daily rhythms of country living with engaging rhymes and quaint vignettes that capture the essence of rustic farm work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDaily Farm Life in Rhyming Verse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEach page presents familiar farm tasks - milking cows, collecting eggs, hanging laundry, and cutting wood - all told through sweet pictures and rhythmic text. The little old man, little old lady, their cat, dog, and other farm animals populate these charming scenes, creating a cast of characters that toddlers will recognize and love.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDistinctive Paper-Cut Illustration Style\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAndrea Wisnewski's paper-cut print technique creates rich colors and thick flowing lines that are both technically accomplished and visually captivating. The artistic details in each vignette engage young readers, encouraging them to explore every corner of the page. This same illustration style earned acclaim for Wisnewski's \u003cstrong\u003eTrio: The Tale of a Three-Legged Cat\u003c\/strong\u003e, named one of the best picture books of the year by \u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for Read-Aloud Time\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe rhyming text begs to be read aloud repeatedly, making this board book ideal for bedtime routines or quiet reading moments. The simple, elegant design suits the content perfectly, creating an old-fashioned trip to the farm that \u003cem\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/em\u003e praised as \"charmingly old-fashioned.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDurable Board Book Format for Little Hands\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned specifically for farm and country toddlers, this board book withstands repeated handling by young children. The sturdy pages make it practical for daily use while maintaining the artistic integrity of Wisnewski's detailed illustrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Andrea Wisnewski\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAndrea Wisnewski is a designer, printmaker, author, and illustrator who works in a distinctive paper-cut print style. Among her best-loved books are \u003cstrong\u003eLittle Old Farm Folk\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eTrio: The Tale of a Three-legged Cat\u003c\/strong\u003e--chosen as one of the Best Children's Picture Books of the Year by \u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e in 2017. She is also the author of \u003cstrong\u003eLittle Red Riding Hood\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eAndrea Wisnewski Greeting Cards\u003c\/strong\u003e--all published by Godine. Of her \u003cstrong\u003eLittle Red Riding Hood\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/em\u003e said, \"The rich colors and thick flowing lines are technically accomplished and lovely. The book's design suits the content: it is simple and elegant.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis endearing celebration of rustic living continues the time-honored tradition of children's books about farm life, offering both educational value and artistic beauty for the youngest readers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"David R. Godine Publisher","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50493504422162,"sku":"9781567925944","price":6.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_c4fd7dd8-d04c-4010-8c33-85d30d27fdc7.jpg?v=1730650121","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/little-old-farm-folk-9781567925944","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}