Through the Garden Gate
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- Pre-Order
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- Expected Apr 7, 2026
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- $11.99
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- Pre-Order
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- $11.99
Publisher Description
A magical picture book that blends imagination, nature, and discovery, Through the Garden Gate invites young readers on a whimsical journey through a hidden garden filled with real plants and enchanting surprises.
"Luxuriant, floral-thick illustrations flesh out this exciting picture book about falling in love with the wonders of nature." —Foreword Reviews
When Miles stumbles upon a neighbor’s mysterious gate, he steps into a world of wonder—where talking animals, fluttering fairies, and extraordinary plants await. Inspired by native ecology and brought to life through lush, timeless illustrations, this gentle adventure encourages children to look more closely at the natural world around them.
Why Readers Will Love This Book:
• Fantasy Meets Nature: A magical tale grounded in real ecological knowledge and native plants.
• Lush, Classic Illustrations: Every page bursts with detail, inspiring curiosity and imaginative play.
• Interactive Learning: Features educational backmatter and a garden-themed seek-and-find activity.
• Created by an Expert: Written by a garden designer with a passion for native ecology and childhood wonder.
A perfect gift for budding gardeners, fairy lovers, and young explorers, Through the Garden Gate opens the door to wonder waiting just outside.
PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
Assisting a neighbor with some weeding leads to a child's helping fabled creatures in Rose and Brown's fanciful gardening-focused picture book, which models community care. Text-filled pages chronicle a meandering adventure as brown-skinned Miles works to remove crabgrass, then crawls through a small gate and finds fairies on the other side. Echoing the text's density, intricate artwork incorporates abundant flora and fauna into scenes of the protagonist helping the fairies to resolve ecological dilemmas. Offering a motivational speech, Miles at last clears up a spreading bog, and the day ends with a simple message that belies the work's complicated plotting: "Magic is always alive in the garden." Secondary characters are portrayed with various skin tones. Back matter supplies more about noted species. Ages 5 and up.
