AMARA'S FARM

Talented children's author and educator JaNay Brown-Wood narrates this delightful story with the capable assistance of her daughter, Vivian Autumn Wood. In an interactive question-and-answer format, the story follows a young girl, Amara, and her canine companion in a quest to find pumpkins on the family's farm. Brown-Wood describes the pumpkin's unique characteristics and then patiently compares it to the other fruits and vegetables that Amara discovers in her search. The interaction between the narrators is light, natural, and engaging. Realistic environmental sound effects enhance the listening experience, while the accompanying picture book's brightly colored illustrations aid children in learning about and eventually locating the elusive pumpkins. Step-by-step instructions for molasses pumpkin bread conclude this joyful celebration of autumn's bounty. S.A.A. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: SEPTEMBER 2023]