Poppy's House

Name: Poppy's House
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9781536211528
Price: 32.99 NZD
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By Karla Courtney

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Summary

Poppy's House by Karla Courtney is a delightful children's tale set in a cosy house filled with warmth and adventure. It follows Poppy as she explores her surroundings, guided by her curiosity and imagination. The story captures the magic of discovery and the unyielding charm of home.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you're looking for a beautifully illustrated children's story that captures the magic of exploring and discovering new places. With its gentle storytelling and captivating visuals, it’s perfect for children who love adventure and families looking to share enchanting tales.

"On top of a hill, where the ocean shines on all sides, sits a little yellow house. This is where Poppy lives."--Provided by publisher.

Description

A warm story of the bond between young and old that evokes the wild, windswept banks of Newfoundland—and the joys of a traditional way of life.

In a picture book as cozy as wool socks and as sweeping as a lighthouse beam, a little girl takes a ferry to an island to spend time with her Poppy. After fresh-baked bread for breakfast, the two tidy up, garden, and set out to explore together. They pass docks and green hills specked with puffins, counting their favourite things along the way: masts, animal tracks, silvery waves.

At the end of each day, they snuggle on Poppy’s worn velvet armchair to read by lantern light. When it’s time to travel home, the little girl begins counting the days until she and Poppy will be together again.

A patchwork of exquisitely patterned and textured art evokes a traditional quilt in this ode to coastal Canada and to the days spent with an attentive, caring older person.

Poppy's House is a tender story steeped in the charms of a simpler life and the enduring connection between generations.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Poppy's House by Karla Courtney is praised for its beautifully fitting illustrations created with coloured pencils and gouache, which complement the story's mood effectively. It's recommended as a delightful addition to any picture book collection, highlighting its appeal to young readers.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781536211528

Publisher: Candlewick Press,U.S.

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 June 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Walker Books US

Contributors:

Illustrated by Madeline Kloepper

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 270.0mm

Height: 236.0mm

Weight: 403g

Pages: 40

Collections

Children's Books Children’s & Teenage Non-Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Karla Courtney Young Adult

About the Author

Karla Courtney grew up in Toronto and spent summers in Arnold’s Cove, Newfoundland. Her career started with a wool triangle—which she accidentally made while trying to knit a scarf but kept adding stitches! She rolled the triangle into a cone, sewed the edges together to turn it into a hat, and wrote up the pattern. She’s been making beanies and books ever since. She lives in England.

Madeline Kloepper is the author-illustrator of Outside Art and has illustrated many books for young readers, including Tiny, Perfect Things by M. H. Clark and Little Blue Chair by Cary Fagan. Madeline Kloepper lives in Prince George, British Columbia.