The Little Gardener

Emily Hughes es una ilustradora y escritora hawaiana graduada en Bellas Artes en la Arts University de Bournemouth. Obtuvo el segundo Premio Macmillan de Ilustración de Libros Infantiles en 2012 con su libro Nana Shaped Like a Banana. Vive en Brighton, Inglaterra.

La opinión de los lectores sobre The Little Gardener:

“What a gorgeous book to teach children that there is meaning in hard work, not always because of what you accomplish but sometimes because of what you can give to and inspire in others.”. From goodreads.com

“In this inversion of “The Elves and the Shoemaker,” the big and strong help the small and weak, and the gardener never discovers how his garden has become so beautiful. It’s a tender metaphor for of the miracle of gardening. Hughes’s rich, rhythmic storytelling voice and dark tapestry spreads carry perennial magic.”. From publishersweekly.com

“I love the artwork in The Little Gardener, so detailed, so lush. This quiet story warmed my heart. Put this on the shelf next to your favorite Earth Day book, this’ll make you want to clean up a neglected garden or start a new one.”. From goodreads.com

“I loved the illustrations which are rich with shapes and textures, and the use of color is extraordinary. The message which included perseverance, work ethic, hope, and patience was delivered in an interesting way also.”. From goodreads.com

“Beautifully illustrated and with a lovely look at a little life well lived, this picture book would be a great addition to gardening story times.”. From goodreads.com