The Mellons Build a House

Name: The Mellons Build a House
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781800660335
Price: 31.99 NZD
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By Robin Jacobs

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The Mellons Build a House by Robin Jacobs is a delightful children's book that follows the Mellon family as they embark on the exciting journey of building their dream home. It introduces young readers to various stages of construction, from planning to completion, while teaching teamwork and creativity. With charming illustrations and engaging storytelling, it offers a fun and educational adventure in architecture.
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You might like this book if you enjoy colourful and engaging stories that encourage creativity and problem-solving for children. With delightful illustrations and a charming narrative, it may appeal to young readers who are fascinated by construction and design, as well as to parents seeking an entertaining and educational read for their kids.

The Mellons Build a House

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'A cleverly architected book... perfect for children exploring the environment or anything to do with construction.' - Literacy Tree

The Mellon family have outgrown their flat. It's time to move, but none of the houses they look at are quite right, so they decide to build their own house. Masha is an architect. She designs a house that accommodates the Mellons' needs, their budget, and most importantly, the environment. It is an eco-house.

The Mellons Build a House is a hugely enjoyable picturebook that takes the reader step-by-step through house design and build. Heat pumps, solar panels, insulation and rainwater harvesting are all clearly explained and brought to life in Nik Neves's warm, inclusive illustrations. A timely and essential read for aspiring young architects and construction-enthusiasts.

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?

The Mellons Build a House has been praised for its focus on designing and constructing an eco-friendly home, making it unique among children's books on traditional house topics. Reviews highlight its engaging mix of scientific facts and technical vocabulary suitable for both younger and older primary students. The visually appealing presentation and narrative encourage discussions about sustainability and environmental impacts, making it a recommended addition to primary school libraries and projects related to homes and the environment.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781800660335

Publisher: Cicada Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 18 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Cicada Books

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout

Contributors:

Illustrated by Nik Neves

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 220.0mm

Height: 280.0mm

Weight: 450g

Pages: 36

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Robin Jacobs

About the Author

Robin Jacobs is a children's television and book writer. She is the author of Don't Hug the Pug and Earth-Shattering Events. She is an active environmentalist and has recently completed an eco-build of her own outside of Bristol.

Nik Neves is a prize-winning Brazilian artist and illustrator living and working in Berlin. He has worked with clients including: Moet, Printemps, Vogue, Facebook, Brooklyn Industries, National Geographic and Lonely Planet.

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