I am so excited for Esther’s birthday on Friday
She has become interested in natural magic
So I have bought her books and journals around
Foraging, herbalism, folklore, spells and potions

Thank you Lily and the Fae for all your help!

I cannot wait to explore the world around us
Through Esther’s new found passion
She has always loved the wild and magic
Now she is combining the two and wants to learn more
About herbs and cooking with foraged foods
I am looking forward to learning alongside her

Really what all of the above means is that Esther
Wants to make the most of nature’s gifts
She wants to learn more about planting, cooking and crafting
Using the materials in the world around her

As a gentle start for the whole family
We love the seasonal treasuries
From Little Country Cottage and Quarto Kids

These delicious books
With enchanting vintage styled illustrations by Annelies Draws
Introduce children to the wonders of each season

The summer edition celebrates the arrival of
Warmer weather and longer days
The beautiful pages show children how to
Savour the season

There are delicious recipes for summer crops
Including tomatoes and watermelons

There is information about bees and butterflies
A recipe for sweetened iced sun tea
Made with honey
A page about bugs that are good for the garden
And the benefits of companion planting
Something we have learned about
By visiting Sissinghurst Castle Gardens

There is a recipe for a beautiful summer solstice cake
That would be wonderful to bake and eat all summer long

Children can plant a ‘Three Sisters’ Garden
Build a bug house
Make lemon sugar hand scrub
And their own shampoo

So many wonderful ideas for making the most of summer
And enjoying the natural gifts of the season

There is a fun milk jug watering can to make and decorate
Top tips for homemade bubble wands and bubble soap

This book is bursting with seasonal goodness
Every page is treasure trove of ideas and inspiration
It is a lovely little book to encourage families to get outside
And explore the wild world this summer
The artwork is delightful
And the book is planet friendly
Printed here in the UK on recycled paper

A glorious treasury that would make a gorgeous gift
For families and for children finishing school for the summer