Jack's Garden by Henry Cole Summary and Reviews
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Book Reviews of Jack's Garden
Book Review: Light hearted educational picture book for kids of all ages
Summary: 5 Stars
Whoever coined the proverb, "a picture is worth a thousand words" could have been talking about Jack's Garden by Henry Cole. This book is an excellent illustration of how, step by step, a garden is planted and what the seeds and living creatures do from that point on. We get to see above and below the soil as the garden progresses throughout the season. There are all the names of the plants and creatures labelled neatly next to each, on the main page and in the margins. Best of all, the classic children's poem about the house that Jack built is modified into a catchy text for each picture that makes understanding the magic of a little garden ecosystem effortless for kids as young as three years.
Top notch illustrations and a unique format set this picture book apart and earned it a permanent place in my collection. I only wish I had it in hardback!
Book Review: This Book Is A Real Winner
Summary: 5 Stars
I wish this book had been available for me when I was a young child. I'm delighted to be able to give it to my son, age 3. This book shows so many things to be found in a garden - from the first scene where Jack stands shovel in hand in an empty garden through the final page where Jack is surrounded by the beautiful outcome of his work to grow a beautiful garden. Along the way we learn the names of so many creatures and gardening items and see how a garden grows. Buy this book. It's a jewel.Book Review: Wonderful, informative and great illustrations
Summary: 5 Stars
As a real nature lover and biologist I was very impressed by the detail in this book. I can't wait to give it to my friend's kid to see if he likes it as much as I do!
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