Waltz of the Scarecrows

By Constance W. McGeorge

Book Overview

While visiting her grandparents' farm one summer, Sarah helps her grandma and grandpa make scarecrows. Together they stuff old clothes with straw and sew button eyes onto pillow faces. But these are no ordinary scarecrows. Dressed in top hats and tails, ball gowns and gloves, these scarecrows look as if they are ready for a night on the town. And, indeed, they are Coupled with sweeping watercolor illustrations that almost glow with moonlight, this magical tale will set readers' imaginations dancing. Includes a reader's guide with activities and discussion topics for home and classroom. Awards and honors for "Waltz of the Scarecrows" 1999 Parent Council LTD SealSmithsonian Notable Award

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0811840786
• ISBN13: 9780811840781
• Release Date: September 2003
• Publisher: Chronicle Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.51 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.3" x 8.5"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3

Customer Reviews

a sure favorite!

Loved the simplicity of the storyline and the absolutely gorgeous illustrations. A keepsake!

Awesome

Marvellous story. beautifully illustrated. Children love this story. The search for the scarecrows hidden in the pages creates a level of glee that keeps the child and adult involved.

Waltz of the Scarecrows

This is just a fun book about a girl staying with her grandparents on their farm for the summer. When her Grandpa starts dressing scarecrows in nice clothes, her curiosity is peaked. Grandma and Grandpa tell the tradition of the whole town dressing up their scarecrows.This story is really cute and reminds me of growing up with my Grandparents and the special traditions and fun things we did. The beautiful watercolor illustrations clinch it for me.