Author(s): Williams, Brenda, Cis, Valeria

Picture Books

Tend Millie's backyard chickens from day to night in this rhyming picture book, which is right on trend and packed with STEM-friendly science info. AGES: 5-9 AUTHOR: Brenda Williams is a widely published poet and former primary school teacher. She has written many educational articles and books, including the Barefoot Books bestseller The Real Princess'. Brenda lives in England. ILLUSTRATOR: Valeria Cis is a full-time illustrator who lives in Rosario, Argentina with her husband, son and daughter. She has also worked with Barefoot Books on 'The Beeman'. SELLING POINTS: FARM-TO-TABLE: Locavore theme focuses on where food comes from and gives an appreciation for the hard work behind it URBAN FARMING: Backyard setting reflects urban farming trend and makes this agricultural experience accessible to most readers BIOLOGY: Includes eight pages of educational endnotes about chickens, from breeding to preparing eggs for eating RESPONSIBILITY: Depicts both the effort and rewards of caring for animals yourself REVIEWS: "This cozy intergenerational story will delight young readers as it educates them on these industrious insects" ForeWord Reviews