Classic nature tale in art nouveau style. Perfect for fans of Cicely Mary Barker�s Flower Fairies

“A poignant, necessary entry into the children’s literary canon, Root Magic brings to life the history and culture of Gullah people while highlighting the timeless plight of Black Americans. Add in a fun, magical adventure and you get everything I want in a book!”—Justina Ireland, New York Times bestselling author of Dread Nation Debut author Eden Royce arrives with a wondrous story of love, bravery, friendship, and family, filled to the brim with magic great and small. It’s 1963, and things are changing for Jezebel Turner. Her beloved grandmother has just passed away. The local police deputy won’t stop harassing her family. With school integration arriving in South Carolina, Jez and her twin brother, Jay, are about to begin the school year with a bunch of new kids. But the biggest change comes when Jez and Jay turn eleven— and their uncle, Doc, tells them he’s going to train them in rootwork. Jez and Jay have always been fascinated by the African American folk magic that has been the legacy of their family for generations—especially the curious potions and powders Doc and Gran would make for the people on their island. But Jez soon finds out that her family’s true power goes far beyond small charms and elixirs…and not a moment too soon. Because when evil both natural and supernatural comes to show itself in town, it’s going to take every bit of the magic she has inside her to see her through. Walter Dean Myers Honor Award for Outstanding Children's Literature!

Intricate illustrations depict details of a modern quilt inspired by Sibylle von Olfers' classic storybook Mother Earth and Her Children This vibrant new translation, in turn inspired by the quilt, explores the changing of the seasons and delicately touches upon the circle of life. When Mother Earth calls her children to prepare for spring, the earthly children yawn and stretch before they busy themselves with beautification. They dust off the bumblebees, scrub the beetles, paint bright new coats on the ladybugs, and rouse the caterpillars from their cocoons. Bedecked with new blossoms, the children emerge from the earth and become spring flowers that frolic through the summer and autumn, until the leaves begin to fall and they return to Mother Earth, bringing the weary bugs and beetles back to their winter refuge.

The Root Children is a children's book written and illustrated by Sibylle von Olfers. It was first published in 1906 in Germany and has since become a classic in children's literature. The book is known for its beautifully detailed illustrations and enchanting storytelling. The story revolves around a group of root children who live underground during the winter months, representing the various plants and flowers in a garden. As spring approaches, a kind and loving Old Woman awakens the root children and helps them prepare for the arrival of spring. The root children transform into flowers and plants, emerging from the ground to enjoy the warmer seasons. The book captures the magic and wonder of the changing seasons and the cycle of life in nature. Olfers' intricate illustrations are a central feature of the book, depicting the root children's world and their transformation into blossoming flowers with delicate details and vibrant colors. The Root Children is often appreciated for its gentle portrayal of nature's rhythms and its celebration of the beauty found in the natural world. It has been beloved by generations of children and continues to be cherished by readers and collectors of classic children's literature. The book's themes of rebirth, growth, and the interconnectedness of nature make it a timeless and heartwarming story that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. It's a wonderful choice for those who appreciate lyrical storytelling and exquisite artwork that captures the essence of the changing seasons.

In the “Newbery Honor–winning author’s compelling fantasy” for young adults, a boy is chosen to rule his idyllic land—only to discover its dark secrets (Publishers Weekly). Green-sky is an ideal place. Violence doesn’t exist. Its citizens, the Kindar, glide from tree to tree and exchange happy thoughts. This is all thanks to their rulers, the Ol-zhaan. And on his thirteenth birthday, Raamo D’ok is chosen to become one of the Ol-zhaan. Raamo is surprised to be named a Chosen. He isn’t a very good student—but the Ol-zhaan believe he has strong Spirit-force. But during his training, Raamo discovers that these good rulers aren’t as benevolent as they appear. They harbor secrets about his people, his family, and what lies below the forest floor. Now Raamo must decide: Should he keep the peace, or reveal the secrets that the Ol-zhaan have protected for so long? This ebook features an extended biography of Zilpha Keatley Snyder.

The Root Children, who have been sleeping all winter, awake to become Blossom Children and experience the new life, the color, and the joys of spring.

The Root Children is a children's book written and illustrated by Sibylle von Olfers, and this is the English version translated by Katrin van der Leeden. It was first published in 1906 in Germany and has since become a classic in children's literature. The book is known for its beautifully detailed illustrations and enchanting storytelling. The story revolves around a group of root children who live underground during the winter months, representing the various plants and flowers in a garden. As spring approaches, a kind and loving Old Woman awakens the root children and helps them prepare for the arrival of spring. The root children transform into flowers and plants, emerging from the ground to enjoy the warmer seasons. The book captures the magic and wonder of the changing seasons and the cycle of life in nature. Olfers' intricate illustrations are a central feature of the book, depicting the root children's world and their transformation into blossoming flowers with delicate details and vibrant colors. The Root Children is often appreciated for its gentle portrayal of nature's rhythms and its celebration of the beauty found in the natural world. It has been beloved by generations of children and continues to be cherished by readers and collectors of classic children's literature. The book's themes of rebirth, growth, and the interconnectedness of nature make it a timeless and heartwarming story that can be enjoyed by both children and adults. It's a wonderful choice for those who appreciate lyrical storytelling and exquisite artwork that captures the essence of the changing seasons.