Lenny in the Garden - Hardcover

Wilson-Max, Ken

3.65

46 ratings by Goodreads

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1845079809 ISBN 13: 9781845079802

Publisher: Frances Lincoln Children's Books, 2010

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Lenny in the Garden vividly and simply portrays a charming relationship between a child and his parent. While Lenny's mother digs the soil and plants and waters some young flower plants, Lenny goes on a search for wildlife. He finds an ant, a caterpillar, a butterfly, a ladybird, a spider, and other insects — and all the time their dog Wilbur is trying to join in. It's a situation that will be very familiar, but the charming depiction of Lenny and his mother engaged in these ordinary activities is brought to life by Ken Wilson Max's bright colors and strong simple lines. Its portrayal of a mixed race family is refreshing, as is the depiction of a delightful and characterful black child at the heart of the book. With its short and evocative text, this book will provide young children and their parents and carers with much to discuss.

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About the Author:

Born in Zimbabwe, Ken Wilson-Max studied art in Harare before moving to England where he studied design at the London College of Printing. He has worked at Orchard Books and the BBC as a children's book designer. The winner of several international awards for his work, he lives in London.

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