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First Garden: The White House Garden and How It Grew
48 pp.
| Clarion |
April, 2011 |
TradeISBN 978-0-547-48224-8$16.99
(3)
K-3
Gourley's discussion of Michelle Obama's creation of a vegetable garden on the White House lawn is framed by a brief history of other gardens at the White House. Loose-handed watercolor illustrations depict a place that's full of life. A foreword by chef Alice Waters and a series of recipes are included. Reading list, websites.