Seasons on the farm

A farm hums with activity all year round. Farmers and their families are never idle, no matter the season. They must keep an eye on the weather so they know when to till the soil, what and when to plant, and when to harvest their crops. They must also closely monitor soil conditions and plantings. They take care of farm animals, who are themselves busy caring for their young; the geese even honk to announce "signs of autumn on the farm." This delightful book, expressed in sprightly rhymes, bursts with vivid seasonal colors as it offers glimpses of bustling activities outside and inside the farmhouse, not to mention some specialized equipment, vehicles, and buildings, including those that house various wonderful creatures of all sizes that call a farm home. These farmers shear sheep, bake apple pie, move bales of hay, and pay the bills. The richly colored illustrations--some presented as insets or vignettes--provide good hints about the seasons under discussion: bare winter trees, bright green spring leaves, and deep orange fall pumpkins. The human family varies in skin tone. Children will appreciate this charming, insightful book at any season of the year. (author's note)(Picture book. 4-7) Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.