Farmhouse
A lyrical, visually stunning memoir that treats farm life with the same reverence as a nature documentary, perfect for kids who love animals but need a slower, more reflective read.
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by Simón Silva
Picture book · ages 4–8
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by Diane Goode
Picture book · ages 4–8 · 620L
Cynthia Rylant's lyrical memoir-in-verse with Diane Goode's watercolors creates a achingly beautiful portrait of Appalachian childhood that grounds kids in place, family, and sensory memory.