{"title":"Fran Hodgkins","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the enchanting world of Fran Hodgkins, a delightful author cherished for her captivating children's books. Her works bring nature and discovery to life through engaging storytelling and vibrant illustrations, making them a favourite among young readers and parents alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the standout titles in her collection is \u003cem\u003eIn a Patch of Grass\u003c\/em\u003e, where readers embark on a journey through the wonders of the natural world. With her keen eye for detail and her passion for education, Hodgkins encourages curiosity and exploration, inspiring children to observe and appreciate the little miracles found in their everyday environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe books in this category are crafted to spark imagination while providing educational insights, making them perfect selections for storytime or classroom reading. Explore the magical narratives of Fran Hodgkins and inspire a love for nature and learning in the young minds you cherish.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"in-a-patch-of-grass-by-fran-hodgkins-9780884484639","title":"In a Patch of Grass","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDavid Antenborough narrates this picture-book send-up of a nature documentary, sounding just like the real-life David but with more gesticulations, since he has six limbs at his disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDirector Stephen Spielbug tries to keep the cast of characters on task, but it's worse than herding cats: The orb-weaving spider would like to eat one or two other actors; the grasshopper is a diva; the worm is too busy munching dirt to emerge from the ground on cue; the robin has joined a union and declines to show up for the predation scene; and the slug is too embarrassed by his slime to perform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs David and Stephen near the wrap-up, filming is interrupted by a whuffling noise and then a foul-smelling hurricane, as Fido the dog sniffs his way through the grass and onto their set. The panicked actors flee at top speed (which is not very fast in the slug's case), but the intrepid Antenborough continues narrating, Spielbug keeps directing, and they bring the film to a dramatic conclusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the chaos—or maybe because of it—we learn some things about these animals, and backmatter nature facts give us more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn a Patch of Grass\u003c\/em\u003e offers a humorous and educational glimpse into the lives of these creatures, blending storytelling with nature facts to engage young readers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46995562266860,"sku":"9780884484639","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/24999813482502.jpg?v=1763115536"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/fran-hodgkins.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}