Eyewitness: Farm

DK Eyewitness Books

by Ned Halley

Describes farming through the ages, including the equipment, domestic animals, crops, and the future of farming.

Genres: Science, Picture Books, Childrens, Nonfiction, Animals

64 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1960

About the author

Ned Halley is the author of a number of children's books. He has contributed to such bestsellers as How To Do Just About Anything, and How Is It Done? A former director of the US publisher Rodale Press, Ned now writes from his home in Somerset, England.

Reviews

[Sophie Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

My Mum used to Work on the Farm when she was younger so to Read up about the Working of the Farm Was Quite Informative.

[Anna · Rating 3 out of 5]

The full 2-page spreads of realistic photos are awesome. A great deal of the accompanying text is most suitable for middle to upper grades, but the younger kids will get a kick out of the pictures and they could be used as a springboard for discussion. The only problem I had is that the pages are so glossy and reflective that I had to move the book around often to avoid glare.

[IUS F19 ERIC WISE · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very educational and tells a lot about how hard farmers have to do and put up with.

[Rykki · Rating 5 out of 5]

My son loves this book. It leaves out a lot of details about modern farming and the progression of the farm industry that I would rather my children be exposed to, but for a basic peek for a eighteen month old and a four year old, it's perfect. The writing is simple enough that even my six year old is starting to enjoy picking out what he can manage on his own. It's an excellent book for any kid looking for an overview of the history of farming as an introduction. A more comprehensive look can follow if the child is interested.

[Brent Barnard · Rating 4 out of 5]

I wanted to make sure I had a basic understanding of farms. Farming is in the family (with my brother-in-law) and in my blood (my great grandfather), but I needed to get grounded (as much as a book can do this), particularly as I study the Ancient Near East (where farming and herding were some of the primary occupations). Fun book!

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BR-Hal

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LIBRARY SHELVES

[Jaci Stewart]

Include real photographs with captions; informative