{"product_id":"the-story-of-the-root-children-classic-seasonal-picture-book","title":"The Story of the Root Children – Seasonal Picture Book by Sibylle von Olfers","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-end=\"143\" data-start=\"80\" data-section-id=\"eptai9\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA Classic Nature Story of Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"419\" data-start=\"145\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"177\" data-start=\"145\"\u003eThe Story of the Root Children\u003c\/em\u003e by Sibylle von Olfers follows Mother Earth and the Root Children through the changing seasons. Deep beneath the forest floor, Snowdrop, Forget-Me-Not, Buttercup, Daisy, and Poppy sleep through winter until Mother Earth wakes them for spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"780\" data-start=\"421\"\u003eThe children sew new clothes, paint the beetles and ladybirds, and journey above ground to fill the fields and meadows with flowers. They spend the warmer months playing beside ponds, wandering through the countryside, and enjoying the fullness of summer. As autumn arrives, the Root Children return to their underground home to rest until spring comes again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1105\" data-start=\"782\"\u003eFirst published more than a century ago, this classic seasonal picture book is known for its detailed illustrations, nature-based storytelling, and clear depiction of the yearly cycle. It offers young children an imaginative way to explore seasonal change, plant growth, rest, renewal, and the rhythms of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1152\" data-start=\"1107\" data-section-id=\"1nbpo7u\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Companion for Seasonal Learning and Play\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1425\" data-start=\"1154\"\u003eThis nature story pairs naturally with seasonal tables, flower fairies, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.alderandalouette.com\/products\/seed-babies-ambrosius-seasonal-table-dolls\" title=\"Root Children seed babies for nature tables\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRoot Children Seed Babies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, storytelling figures, and spring or autumn lessons. 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It is suited for home reading, Waldorf-inspired early childhood settings, nature studies, and classroom conversations about the changing seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1443\" data-start=\"1427\" data-section-id=\"11upj3h\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"1891\" data-start=\"1445\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1490\" data-start=\"1445\" data-section-id=\"jb6tu5\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1457\" data-start=\"1447\"\u003eTitle:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-end=\"1490\" data-start=\"1458\"\u003eThe Story of the Root Children\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1539\" data-start=\"1491\" data-section-id=\"r7mm7z\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1520\" data-start=\"1493\"\u003eAuthor and Illustrator:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sibylle von Olfers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1569\" data-start=\"1540\" data-section-id=\"1yo6qff\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1556\" data-start=\"1542\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floris Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1608\" data-start=\"1570\" data-section-id=\"1mhkfdg\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1584\" data-start=\"1572\"\u003eEdition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Revised, Second Edition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1632\" data-start=\"1609\" data-section-id=\"xdze5f\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1622\" data-start=\"1611\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardcover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1659\" data-start=\"1633\" data-section-id=\"qxbiw7\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1649\" data-start=\"1635\"\u003eAge Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1710\" data-start=\"1660\" data-section-id=\"1eyj0xd\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1682\" data-start=\"1662\"\u003eRegular Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 pages; 11.4 × 9.7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1757\" data-start=\"1711\" data-section-id=\"2iyzx6\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1730\" data-start=\"1713\"\u003eMini Edition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28 pages; 6.7 × 5.7 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1805\" data-start=\"1758\" data-section-id=\"4bk8e0\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1789\" data-start=\"1760\"\u003eRegular Publication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 6, 2020\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1852\" data-start=\"1806\" data-section-id=\"1sonal5\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1834\" data-start=\"1808\"\u003eMini Publication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 16, 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Floris Books","offers":[{"title":"Regular Sized Edition","offer_id":39953164828736,"sku":"1782506918","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Mini Edition","offer_id":39953164861504,"sku":"178250754X","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/5786\/3232\/files\/story-of-the-root-children-full-and-mini-sizes_1.webp?v=1783905045","url":"https:\/\/www.alderandalouette.com\/products\/the-story-of-the-root-children-classic-seasonal-picture-book","provider":"Alder \u0026 Alouette","version":"1.0","type":"link"}