Name: The Hidden World of Gnomes
Price: 19.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Author: Lauren Soloy
ISBN: 9780735271043

A delightful introduction and collection of facts about the secret lives of gnomes that will charm and fascinate readers of all ages.

This book is an introduction to the hidden folk called gnomes, who live in a happy place they call The Pocket. Where is The Pocket, you ask?

Well, it’s all around you, all the time.

Gnomes are curious little creatures, and they’re very shy. But after reading this book, you will learn to spot the telltale signs that gnomes are around . . . and maybe even meet one!

Lauren Soloy has been studying gnomes her whole life, and she has created this book to share her knowledge with you. For example, what jobs do gnomes do? Babysitting robin’s eggs, squirrel-tail fluffing, storytelling. Where do they live? In gardens, forests and any place with plants, birds and bugs. What are their names? Hotchi-Mossy, Able Potter, Cob Tiggy and Puckle Swift, to name a few.

With charming details and surprising facts, this celebration of all things gnome will enchant readers of all ages.

A Booklist Editors’ Choice for 2023

PRAISE FOR The Hidden World of Gnomes:

“[This] cheeky, cheerful book is incredibly endearing . . . each page turn brings an unexpected treat. Young readers can dip in for a delightful detail or read all the way through for a deep dive into the cozy world, and Soloy concludes with a reminder that there is always magic to be found in the world around us. An utterly charming gnome tome for anyone searching for wonder.” —STARRED REVIEW, Booklist

“[A]ims to make readers more attentive to nature as a source of joy. . . . Gnomish ‘heart-seeing’ might be the best way to appreciate this winning tribute to euphoria.” —Kirkus Reviews

“In this charming guidebook to gnomes and gnome-dom, Soloy introduces . . . an ethos of being at home in the natural world.” —Publishers Weekly

“In this imaginative picture book, Soloy gathers the simple moments shared by Hotchi-Mossy, Merry Pip, Beatrix Nut, Twiggy Dell, and other gnomes into a blend of field guide and scrapbook. . . . Early elementary readers will treasure the delicate details of this book and tote it along for outdoor exploration. This cozy and whimsical primer on gnomes will delight readers of all ages.” —School Library Journal

“A cute, lighthearted, and fun read that I can see many readers — young and old — exploring and loving.” —Young Adulting

“The Hidden World of Gnomes is truly distinctive: a catalogue, a meditation, a work of gentle humor and an ode to humanity, big or small.” —Imaginary Elevators

ISBN9780735271043

Published onJun 20, 2023

Published byTundra Books

Pages96

Dimensions7 x 10

Age Range3-7 years

GradePreschool – 2

Reading LevelLexile: AD730L | Fountas/Pinnell: M

ISBN9780735271050

Published onJun 20, 2023

Published byTundra Books

Pages96

Age Range3-7 years

GradePreschool – 2

The Hidden World of Gnomes

Age Range: 3-7 years

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