Books with author Kathleen Thorne-Thomsen

From one to twelve, children are introduced to the sensible beauty & wisdom of the Shakers in this lovely rhythmic counting book. Sturdy wooden tools, delicate drawings of doves, & homemade fruit pies -- & the children who eat them -- are just some of the familiar objects that will inspire an appreciation of the Shakers & their simple gifts. Beautiful photographs & an engaging afterword & bibliography give context to the people & the objects featured in the book. This is not only a unique counting book but an excellent tool for discussions about American history & arts & crafts.