What's in the Garden?

What's in the Garden?

Marianne Berkes has spent much of her life as a teacher, childrenâ€™s theater director and childrenâ€™s librarian. She knows how much children enjoy â€œinteractiveâ€ stories and is the author of many entertaining and educational picture books that make a childâ€™s learning relevant. Reading, music, theater, gardening, and cooking have been a constant in Marianneâ€™s life. Her books are inspired by her love of nature. Marianne hopes to open kidsâ€™ eyes to the magic found in our natural world. She now writes full time. An energetic presenter at schools and conferences, Marianne believes that "hands on" learning is fun. Her website is www.MarianneBerkes.com.; Cris Arboâ€™s art is known for intense detail and is inspired by her love and respect for nature. It has appeared in books, magazines, calendars, cards, murals, and in animated feature films, TV shows, and commercials. She has illustrated six nature awareness childrenâ€™s books for Dawn Publications and is also a frequent presenter at schools and conferences. Cris has four daughters and lives in Buckingham, Virginia with her husband, author Joseph Anthony and their youngest daughter, Alina. Many of Crisâ€™ favorite hours are spent in the garden.

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