About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking questions about where their food comes from or what life was like before technology. This beautifully illustrated rhythmic journey follows the cycle of a medieval year, focusing on the grit and grace of farm life in old England. It introduces children to the concepts of seasons and hard work while fostering a deep appreciation for the cycles of nature and human history. Through poetic prose and art inspired by medieval illuminated manuscripts, children ages 6 to 10 will discover a world of communal effort and seasonal resilience. It is an excellent choice for a quiet bedtime read or a social studies supplement that emphasizes the pride found in honest labor.
