Eliza Wheeler Bücher

This stunningly beautiful picture book from New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Eliza Wheeler is based on her grandmother's childhood and pays homage to a family's fortitude as they discover the meaning of home. Eliza Wheeler's gorgeously illustrated book tells the story of what happens when six-year-old Marvel, her seven siblings, and their mom must start all over again after their father has died. Deep in the woods of Wisconsin they find a tar-paper shack. It doesn't seem like much of a home, but they soon start seeing what it could be. During their first year it's a struggle to maintain the shack and make sure they have enough to eat. But each season also brings its own delights and blessings--and the children always find a way to have fun. Most importantly, the family finds immense joy in being together, surrounded by nature. And slowly, their little shack starts feeling like a true home--warm, bright, and filled up with love.

Ein Geistermädchen, drei Freunde und das Abenteuer ihres Lebens Zach, Poppy und Alice sind schon ihr Leben lang allerbeste Freunde. Sie lieben es, sich für ihre Actionfiguren aus der Kindheit Geschichten einer magischen Welt, die voller Abenteuer und Heldentum ist, auszudenken. Doch dieses Spiel nimmt eines Nachts eine schaurige Wendung. Alice und Poppy tauchen bei Zach auf und erzählen ihm von einer Reihe furchteinflößender Ereignisse. Poppy schwört, dass sie seit einiger Zeit von einer Porzellanpuppe ihrer Mutter heimgesucht wird, die behauptet, die Seele eines vor langer Zeit ermordeten Mädchens in sich zu tragen. Erst wenn die Freunde sie zu dem Ort des Verbrechens zurückgebracht und dort begraben haben, werde sie Ruhe geben. Andernfalls wird sie die drei Freunde verfolgen - bis in alle Ewigkeit!

A charming tale unfolds as a community of forest animals comes together to celebrate the beauty and magic of winter. Through their joyful festivities, the animals showcase the delights of the season, highlighting themes of friendship and appreciation for nature. This heartwarming story captures the essence of winter wonder, inviting readers to embrace the joy and togetherness that the season brings.

What happens to seeds that don't sprout? Fortunately, they have Miss Maple to look after them. Every year, she rescues orphan seeds, taking them to her cozy maple tree house. All winter long, she nurtures them and teaches them the ways of seeds and the paths by which they might find their new homes.