{"product_id":"9781524874803","title":"Wheel of the Year","description":"\u003cb\u003eA \u003ci\u003eNEW YORK TIMES\u003c\/i\u003e BESTSELLER AND \u003ci\u003eKIRKUS\u003c\/i\u003e BEST MIDDLE GRADE BOOK OF 2023\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e\"This book is, in a word, immaculate.\" \u003ci\u003eKirkus\u003c\/i\u003e (Starred Review)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003eA beautifully illustrated, interactive guide to ancient, nature-based holidays and customs. Through themed meditations, crafts, and rituals, young readers can learn about old and new ways of honoring the seasons--and create their own!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Blending nature connection with art, poetry, and myth, \u003ci\u003eThe Wheel of the Year\u003c\/i\u003e conveys the magic and beauty of ancient traditions and encourages young family members to notice, care for, and celebrate the natural world around them. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Each \"spoke\" in \u003ci\u003eThe Wheel of the Year\u003c\/i\u003e marks an important turning point: the winter and summer solstices, the spring and fall equinoxes, and the festivals of seeding, growing, and harvesting that arrive in between. Within each section, enjoy:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAn overview of the holiday and its significance in cultures around the world\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA sensory scavenger hunt for sights, sounds, and smells the season\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeas for a seasonal altar using objects from nature\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThemed crafts, rituals, games, and recipes \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e A thoughtful reference and gift book, geared toward younger readers but enjoyable for those of all ages seeking a deeper connection to nature's traditions.","brand":"ANDREWS MCMEEL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46356525711532,"sku":"9781524874803","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/6626\/7820\/files\/25341333482730.jpg?v=1781640018","url":"https:\/\/giftshop.carlemuseum.org\/products\/9781524874803","provider":"The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}