Waltz of the Scarecrows |
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| Author:
| McGeorge, Constance |
| Illustrator:
| Whyte, Mary |
| ISBN: | 978-0-8118-4078-1 |
| Publication Date: | Sep 2003 |
| Publisher: | Chronicle Books LLC
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $6.95 |
Book Description:
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While visiting her grandparents' farm one summer, Sarah helps her grandma and grandpa make scarecrows. Together they stuff old clothes with straw and sew button eyes onto pillow faces. But these are no ordinary scarecrows. Dressed in top hats and tails, ball gowns and gloves, these scarecrows look as if they are ready for a night on the town. And, indeed, they are! Coupled with sweeping watercolor illustrations that almost glow with moonlight, this magical tale will set readers'...
More DescriptionWhile visiting her grandparents' farm one summer, Sarah helps her grandma and grandpa make scarecrows. Together they stuff old clothes with straw and sew button eyes onto pillow faces. But these are no ordinary scarecrows. Dressed in top hats and tails, ball gowns and gloves, these scarecrows look as if they are ready for a night on the town. And, indeed, they are! Coupled with sweeping watercolor illustrations that almost glow with moonlight, this magical tale will set readers' imaginations dancing. Includes a reader's guide with activities and discussion topics for home and classroom.
Awards and honors forWaltz of the Scarecrows:
1999 Parent Council LTD Seal
Smithsonian Notable Award