Farmhouse

Purchased for my sweet nieces, this story is wonderful in how one farm house occupies many children and generations of families over time. I love the seeming simplicity of illustration used and the author's special notes concerning her own love of restoration and the personality of old farm homes. Illustrated by Sophie Blackall (a 2-time Caldecott medalist), I find the illustrations so interesting - done with mixed media and collage. I believe these illustrations, combined with the story, will make Reading Time extra fun for my neices and nephew (all under five). Loving children's books myself (in my 60s), I kept one for my own collection. Highly recommend!

Everything about this book is gorgeous, from the lyrical poetry telling the story of a home full of children and love, to the artwork with the found images from the real farmhouse worked in. This book makes me think of the home my children are growing up in-- messy, busy, and full of love-- and wonder what will become of these walls once we've all moved on one day...

This book is a treasure. So thrilled to have it in my school library. Will be ordering a copy for my home as well. This book will be a classic children's favorite! The illustrations are engaging and inviting and the story is timeless.

Beautiful book with wonderful meaning found throughout.

This book is so wholesome, heartfelt, and beautiful. It makes me choke up every time. This is what children’s books should be like!! I have bought several copies and give one to every friend who is having a baby. We Love this book!