Winter Story - Barklem, Jill Review & Synopsis

Synopsis The winter activities of the mice of Brambly Hedge are highlighted by a Snow Ball. Review Jill Barklem has been drawn to the natural world ever since childhood. While training as an illustrator at St Martin's School of Art, her long journeys to college gave her time to escape into the imaginary world of a colony of mice, later to be developed as the enchanting miniature world of Brambly Hedge. Jill lives in Epping, Essex."...the most research-crammed fantasy ever set before small children..." Sunday Times Magazine "Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story and Winter Story are beautiful tales...nostalgic Mums can enjoy them with their own kids." The Sun (Natasha Harding) Winter Story (Read Aloud) (Brambly Hedge) **WITH AUDIO NARRATION*** Step into the exquisite miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge in this beautiful new edition of the classic picture book. **WITH AUDIO NARRATION*** Step into the exquisite miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge in this beautiful new edition of the classic picture book." Winter Story The winter activities of the mice of Brambly Hedge are highlighted by a Snow Ball. The winter activities of the mice of Brambly Hedge are highlighted by a Snow Ball." The Mice of Brambly Hedge Celebrate This gift edition brings together two of Jill Barklem's tales about the mice of Brambly Hedge, Winter Story and The Secret Staircase in one volume. The mice have many adventures but they always have time for fun too. This gift edition brings together two of Jill Barklem's tales about the mice of Brambly Hedge, "Winter Story" and "The Secret Staircase" in one volume." Summer Story (Read Aloud) (Brambly Hedge) **WITH AUDIO NARRATION*** Step into the miniature world of the hedgerow in this beautiful new edition of this classic picture book, following a summer in the lives of the mice of Brambly Hedge. **WITH AUDIO NARRATION*** Step into the miniature world of the hedgerow in this beautiful new edition of this classic picture book, following a summer in the lives of the mice of Brambly Hedge." Autumn Story (Read Aloud) (Brambly Hedge) ***WITH AUDIO NARRATION*** Step into the exquisite miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge in this beautiful new edition of the classic picture book. ***WITH AUDIO NARRATION*** Step into the exquisite miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge in this beautiful new edition of the classic picture book." Spring Story (Brambly Hedge) "On Wilfred Toadflax's birthday Mr. Apple organises a picnic outing and everyone in Brambly Hedge is invited. Wilfred is a little disappointed, though, that no one seems to know it is his birthday - he had hoped for a few more presents. Then he is given the picnic hamper to open and a a wonderful suprise is in store--"--Page 4 of cover. "On Wilfred Toadflax's birthday Mr. Apple organises a picnic outing and everyone in Brambly Hedge is invited." Spring Story (Read Aloud) (Brambly Hedge) ***WITH AUDIO NARRATION*** Step into the exquisite, miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge in this beautiful new edition of the classic picture book. ***WITH AUDIO NARRATION*** Step into the exquisite, miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge in this beautiful new edition of the classic picture book." Autumn Story Step into the exquisite miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge in this beautiful new edition of the classic picture book. Bad weather is on the way and the autumn stores are still not gathered in! Quickly, all the mice of Brambly Hedge set to work to finish the harvesting before the rain begins. Primrose, Lord Woodmouse's daughter, meant to help, but somehow she daydreamed her way over the cornfield and into the Chestnut Woods, and before she knew it, she was lost. The sun went down, the wind rose and it began to rain. Primrose was all alone in the dark and she was frightened. Poor Primrose, would she find her way home again? Step into the exquisite miniature world of the mice of Brambly Hedge in this beautiful new edition of the classic picture book." The Complete Brambly Hedge The mice of Brambly Hedge have been delighting adults and children alike for more than thirty years. All eight of the classic picture books are brought together in this exquisite volume. The mice of Brambly Hedge made their first appearance in 1980 when the four seasonal stories were published. Ever since, readers have loved exploring the miniature world of the hedgerow and meeting the families that live there. In this collection the mice have many adventures, but they always have time for fun and relaxation too. Whatever the season, and whether they are by the sea, in the High Hills, or simply at home by the fire, there is always someone ready to lend a helping hand. Contains: Spring Story, Summer Story, Autumn Story, Winter Story, Poppy's Babies, Sea Story, The High Hills, The Secret All eight of the classic picture books are brought together in this exquisite volume. The mice of Brambly Hedge made their first appearance in 1980 when the four seasonal stories were published." Poppy's Babies Dusty surprises Poppy with a new house on the day their babies receive names from Old Vole. Dusty surprises Poppy with a new house on the day their babies receive names from Old Vole." The Brambly Hedge Complete Collection The mice of Brambly Hedge made their first appearance in 1980 when the four seasonal stories were published. Ever since, readers have loved exploring the miniature world of the hedgerow and meeting the families that live there. In this collection the mice have many adventures, but they always have time for fun and relaxation too. Whatever the season, and whether they are by the sea, in the High Hills, or simply at home by the fire, there is always someone ready to lend a helping hand. Ever since, readers have loved exploring the miniature world of the hedgerow and meeting the families that live there. In this collection the mice have many adventures, but they always have time for fun and relaxation too." The High Hills Inspired by an old tale, young mouse Wilfred uses a trip into the hills as an opportunity to look for gold and explore unknown country. Inspired by an old tale, young mouse Wilfred uses a trip into the hills as an opportunity to look for gold and explore unknown country." A Year in Brambly Hedge The mice of Brambly Hedge have many adventures but they always have time for fun too. All through the year, they mark the seasons with feasts and festivities and, of course, the mice never miss an opportunity to meet and celebrate. The mice of Brambly Hedge have many adventures but they always have time for fun too. All through the year, they mark the seasons with feasts and festivities and, of course, the mice never miss an opportunity to meet and celebrate." Sea Story Poppy, Dusty, Primrose, and Wilfred set sail for the coast in search of more salt for the Store Strump and find it's not all easy sailing. Poppy, Dusty, Primrose, and Wilfred set sail for the coast in search of more salt for the Store Strump and find it's not all easy sailing." The World of Brambly Hedge Follows, in text and pop-up illustrations, the activities of a community of field mice throughout the year. A collection of stories about the mice who live in Bramble Hedge, with pop-up 3D illustrations" The Secret Staircase Quite by accident, the young mice, Primrose and Wilfred, find a secret staircse in the Old Oak Palace which leads them to a magnificent surprise. Quite by accident, the young mice, Primrose and Wilfred, find a secret staircse in the Old Oak Palace which leads them to a magnificent surprise." High Hills It was the very end of autumn, and Flax and Lily were busy making blankets for the voles in the High Hills. Mr. Apple had to deliver the blankets to them before the cold weather set in, and Wilfred Toadflax was eager to go along. He was convinced there was gold to be found in the hills beyond Brambly Hedge, and this was his chance to discover it. Everything went according to plan until Wilfred scrambled up a rock face and couldn't get down. The mist began to rise, and soon Mr. Apple and Wilfred were engulfed in a thick white fog, unable to find their way home... It was the very end of autumn, and Flax and Lily were busy making blankets for the voles in the High Hills." Brambley Hedge, Winter Story Follows the activities of the Brambley Hedge Community of field mice in winter. Follows the activities of the Brambley Hedge Community of field mice in winter." Tales from Brambly Hedge Four stories, originally published separately, that follow the activities of the Brambly Hedge community of field mice through the four seasons. The further adventures of the Brambly Hedge community of field mice." A Visit to Brambly Hedge Where is the hedge that inspired Jill's famous stories and beautiful illustrations? How do the mice make the delicious food that is mouth-wateringly described in the stories? Where did Jill get her references for the Mill and the Dairy? All these questions and more are answered in this unique visit to Brambly Hedge. For the first time, Jill Barklem shares with her readers the story behind BRAMBLY HEDGE. This unique book contains delicious recipes for the sorts of food the mice love best, including how to make your own hazelnut butter. There are also games and activities and short stories. In amongst all this are photos of the countryside which inspired Jill Barklem to write her famous books. Combining previously unpublished artwork and photos, this is a collector's item for all ages who have come to know and love Brambly Hedge. AGE 7+ as well as appealing to adult collectors. There are also games and activities and short stories. In amongst all this are photos of the countryside which inspired Jill Barklem to write her famous books." Adventures of the Mice of Brambly Hedge This gift edition brings together two of Jill Barklem's tales about the mice of Brambly Hedge, Autumn Story and Sea Story, in one volume. The mice have many adventures but they always have time for fun too. This gift edition brings together two of Jill Barklem's tales about the mice of Brambly Hedge, Autumn Story and Sea Story, in one volume." The Four Seasons of Brambly Hedge Four stories, originally published separately, that follow the activities of the Brambly Hedge community of field mice through the four seasons, introduced by a 20 page "conversation" with the author about the origins and developemets of the stories. 'The Four Seasons of Brambly Hedge' celebrates this enduring popularity by bringing together the first four stories, introduced by a unique conversation with their creator, Jill Barklem." Baby Mice in Brambly Hedge This is a charming bind-up of two stories about Poppy and Dusty. Featuring Summer Story, in which, during one hot summer, Poppy Eyebright and Dusty Dogwood get engaged and a wonderful wedding is planned by all the mice of Brambly Hedge; and Poppy's Babies, in which Poppy and Dusty have to find a new home for their family and the other mice help them find somewhere in time for the babies' Naming Day. This is a charming bind-up of two stories about Poppy and Dusty. This special gift edition brings together two of Jill Barklem's tales about the mice of Brambly Hedge, 'Summer Story' and 'Poppy's Babies', in one charming volume."