Millie's Chickens

By Brenda Williams

Book Overview

Tend Millie's backyard chickens from day to night in this rhyming picture book, which is right on trend and packed with STEM-friendly science info. AGES: 5-9 AUTHOR: Brenda Williams is a widely published poet and former primary school teacher. She has written many educational articles and books, including the Barefoot Books bestseller 'The Real Princess'. Brenda lives in England. ILLUSTRATOR: Valeria Cis is a full-time illustrator who lives in Rosario, Argentina with her husband, son and daughter. She has also worked with Barefoot Books on 'The Beeman'. SELLING POINTS: * FARM-TO-TABLE: Locavore theme focuses on where food comes from and gives an appreciation for the hard work behind it * URBAN FARMING: Backyard setting reflects urban farming trend and makes this agricultural experience accessible to most readers * BIOLOGY: Includes eight pages of educational endnotes about chickens, from breeding to preparing eggs for eating * RESPONSIBILITY: Depicts both the effort and rewards of caring for animals yourself REVIEWS: "This cozy intergenerational story will delight young readers as it educates them on these industrious insects" -- ForeWord Reviews

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1782850821
• ISBN13: 9781782850823
• Release Date: March 2015
• Publisher: Barefoot Books
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 1.02 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 0.5" x 10.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3