Farmblock

by Christopher Franceschelli, Peskimo (Illustrations)

Explore life on a farm in this addition to the bestselling Block Book series!
 
It’s time to plant some crops, harvest the veggies, and make jam to take to the farmer’s market! In this follow-up to Alphablock, Countablock, Dinoblock, Cityblock, Buildablock, and Marvel Alphablock, readers are introduced to what life is like on the farm. Like the previous titles, Farmblock explores a concept—in this case, seasons. From a rooster crowing at the crack of dawn to picking pumpkins for Halloween, there is so much to do all year-round! In keeping with the rest of the series, Farmblock features die-cut pages, gatefolds, and the charming art of British design team Peskimo.
 

Genres: Childrens, Picture Books, Animals

92 pages, Board Book

Published October 1, 2019

Reviews

[Becky · Rating 4 out of 5]

First sentence: Cock-a-doodle-doo! Good morning, ducks! Good morning, farm!

Premise/plot: Does your little one love farm animals? Board books set on the farm featuring farm animals are abundant. Some have a story. Some don’t. Some focus more on concepts: colors, numbers, seasons, etc. The story is very minimal in this one. Through the pages, seasons change. But it doesn’t start off as being an obvious seasons book. It is like the book switches tracks halfway through.

My thoughts: I have read other books In Christopher Franceschelli’s block book series. I typically love them. Sitting down with a new one is usually a joy. I do like this one. I just don’t love it. It is important to keep in mind that I am not the target audience. I think little ones will still enjoy the chunky size, the easy to turn pages, the flips and flaps.

[Dana · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a simple, cute and inviting board for early childhood and early elementary readers. Limited text in an appropriate size font for young readers. The illustrations, some die-cut pages and pages that flip out for several pages or left and right keep the reader searching and interested. I actually laughed when I looked up this book in the catalog at my public library and it stated it has 92 pages, but after reading it I understand how.

I will be using this book for a Farm to Table Camp for kindergarten through second grade. I think it would work well read in small groups to gain or renew basic knowledge about farms.

[Edward Sullivan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another great book in this series following four seasons of life on a farm.

[Lillian · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really like some parts of the book but can't pay attention to most of it. One to come back to later.

[Ali · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really like this series of books. There are a lot of page interaction elements. Sturdy enough for a little one and lots of great scenes from a whole year on a farm!

[Robin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Fun board book for a kid who loves farm animals. Cool die-cut and lift-the-flap pages. Well constructed for young readers.

[Amanda · Rating 5 out of 5]

My son loves to turn the pages and see everything hidden. He enjoyed it a lot.

[Effie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Would get 5 stars if the writing was in lower case. It is easier for us youngins to recognise word shapes when you use lower case letters.

[Sharn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really cute for little tikes (great gifts coming)

[Michael · Rating 5 out of 5]

Best of the best!! My kids favourite book.

[Emily · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not quite as good as the shark or counting ones, but definitely fun.

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun board book pages that takes babies through a year of seasons and activities. From planting seeds and chopping wood to baking pies and carving pumpkins, this book has it all. Many pages have fun fold-outs, adding to the enjoyment.

Highly recommend. I might have to buy a copy of this one.

[William Francis]

Mommy and Daddy gave me this for my second birthday.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

4-4.5 stars