Amy's Butterfly Garden: Book 1 of The Butterfly Garden Series - Couverture souple

Auerbach, Dr. Stevanne

Couverture souple

ISBN 13 : 9798218797881

Editeur : Heirloom Patchwork Press, 2026

Synopsis

Discover the magic right outside your door with Amy's Butterfly Garden.

In the bustling city, Amy longs for nature's quiet wonders. When she and her mother create a butterfly garden, a simple patch of dirt transforms into a buzzing, fluttering sanctuary. But as Amy watches the garden grow, she begins to realize this tiny space may hold more than meets the eye. As the garden begins to thrive, so does the suspense! Will Amy and her mother be able to protect their precious sanctuary from harm? What secrets does it hold?

Amy's Butterfly Garden is the first book in the Butterfly Garden Series, a 4-book collection that celebrates family connections, patience, curiosity, and the small wonders waiting to be discovered close to home. Inspired by true moments in their Berkeley, California backyard, the story preserves her mother's original voice while providing a wonderful tool for social emotional outdoor learning.

Written by renowned educator and global play advocate Dr. Stevanne Auerbach, this special manuscript was discovered decades later and lovingly published by her daughter, Amy Beth Auerbach. It is an ideal addition to mother daughter gardening books for kids and serves as an engaging caterpillar to butterfly book for preschoolers, kindergarteners, and early elementary classrooms.

Why Parents, Teachers, and Librarians Love It:

• STEM-Focused Learning: Perfect for introduction to science storybooks, life cycles, and flower bugs or monarch caterpillars.
• SEL Alignment: Highlights emotional developmental themes like patience, curiosity, and working together.
• Perfect Read-Aloud: Captivates toddlers and kids ages 3-5 with vibrant illustrations and an enchanting backyard journey.

If you enjoy the heartwarming connection and hidden magic of classics like "The Secret Garden" by Frances Hodgson Burnett, you'll love this award-winning, mom-approved picture book. Bring the magic of Amy’s Butterfly Garden home or to your classroom today!

A propos du livre

À propos des auteurs

Stevanne Auerbach, Ph.D., widely known as "Dr. Toy," was an internationally recognized author, educator, speaker, consultant, and advocate for children's play, learning, and development. Over a distinguished 50-year career, she dedicated her work to helping children and families discover the educational, developmental, and creative value of meaningful play.Dr. Auerbach authored 16 books on toys, parenting, childcare, child development, and learning, including Dr. Toy's Smart Play Smart Toys, translated into 13 countries; Choosing Childcare, an early guide for parents seeking quality childcare; and the four-volume reference work Child Care: A Comprehensive Guide. Her creative works included My Butterfly Collection: On the Wings of the Butterfly, The Alphabet Tree, and The Contest. She also contributed articles to The Huffington Post and numerous other publications and appeared extensively in radio and television media. The name "Dr. Toy" originated in 1968 during her first professional assignment with Creative Playthings, where she developed the company's original educational marketing program. She later became one of the nation's first recognized toy reviewers in mass media, evaluating toys through the lens of children's development and learning. Her Dr. Toy Award became a trusted resource for families, educators, and toy professionals seeking products that encouraged meaningful play.Dr. Auerbach passed away in October 2022. Her life and contributions were honored in a tribute published by Berkeleyside. Her unpublished 1992 manuscript, Amy's Butterfly Garden, became part of her literary legacy when her daughter, Amy Beth Auerbach, discovered it and brought it to publication through Heirloom Patchwork Press. The book reflects Dr. Auerbach's lifelong belief in curiosity, discovery, creativity, and learning through the natural world.

Amy Beth Auerbach is an author, storyteller, publisher, and founder of Heirloom Patchwork Press. Her mission-driven work focuses on nature, neurodiversity, and preserving meaningful personal and cultural histories. Inspired by her family legacy, Amy established her independent imprint to publish Amy's Butterfly Garden, a long-cherished 1992 manuscript written by her mother, the renowned global child advocate Dr. Stevanne Auerbach ("Dr. Toy"). Amy is committed to creating and preserving meaningful literature that inspires curiosity, connection, and a deeper appreciation for the world around us.

Caroline Ava is a children's book illustrator. She loves creating colorful and imaginative illustrations that bring stories to life. Inspired by nature and childhood memories, Caroline's work aims to spark creativity and joy in young readers. Kidsbook Art LLC is a promising startup that provides high-quality Illustration and graphic design services. The company helps thousands of authors by creating designs and illustrations for their content. Website: https: //kidsbookart.com

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Heirloom Patchwork Press
• Date d'édition: 2026
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 13: 9798218797881
• Reliure: Broché
• Illustrateur: Kidsbook Art LLC
• Nombre de pages: 32
• Éditeur: Auerbach Amy Beth
• Coordonnées du fabricant: Manufactured by Amazon on behalf of the author; https://www.amazon.fr/hz/contact-us; ; c/o Amazon Media EU S.à.r.l., 38 Avenue John F. Kennedy; Luxembourg; L-1855; Luxembourg