{"product_id":"the-wheel-of-the-year-an-illustrated-guide-to-natures-rhythms-9781524874803","title":"The Wheel of the Year: An Illustrated Guide to Nature's Rhythms","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIn a word, the book is immaculate. It is a beautifully illustrated, interactive guide to ancient, nature-based holidays and customs that teach young readers about old and new ways of honoring the seasons and creating their own. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 256 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 04 January 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Andrews McMeel Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA captivating and captivating book, \"The Wheel of the Year\" has been recognized as a New York Times Bestseller and a Kirkus Best Middle Grade Book of 2023. This remarkable work takes young readers on a journey through ancient, nature-based holidays and customs, offering them a beautifully illustrated and interactive guide. Through themed meditations, crafts, and rituals, readers of all ages can explore and celebrate the seasons in both old and new ways.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book is organized around the \"Wheel of the Year,\" which represents the important turning points in the natural cycle. Each \"spoke\" in the wheel marks a significant event, such as the winter and summer solstices, the spring and fall equinoxes, and the festivals of seeding, growing, and harvesting that occur in between. Within each section, readers are treated to an overview of the holiday and its significance in cultures around the world. They are also invited to engage their senses through a sensory scavenger hunt that encourages them to notice the sights, sounds, and smells of the season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFurthermore, the book provides ideas for creating a seasonal altar using objects found in nature, as well as themed crafts, rituals, games, and recipes that blend nature connection with art, poetry, and myth. \"The Wheel of the Year\" conveys the magic and beauty of ancient traditions while encouraging young readers to develop a deep appreciation and care for the natural world around them. It is a must-read for anyone who seeks to connect with the cycles of nature and celebrate the seasons in a meaningful and enriching way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1034g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 261 x 210 x 25 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781524874803\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fiona Cook","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":45336830705914,"sku":"9781524874803","price":11.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1710167298878_book.jpg?v=1710325951","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-wheel-of-the-year-an-illustrated-guide-to-natures-rhythms-9781524874803","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}