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Poppy and Sam's Farm Animals Magic Painting Book


Synopsis


Brush water over the black and white illustrations and watch as the animals of Apple Tree Farm burst into colour! Sixteen detailed pictures include Poppy and Sam feeding the chickens, pigs playing in a pigsty, cows sleeping under a starry sky and lots more. With a handy fold-out back cover to prevent colours running through to the page beneath.

Sam Taplin (author), Jenny Brown (illustrator), Krysia Ellis (illustrator), Stephen Cartwright (illustrator)

Summary



Chapter 1: Poppy and Sam's New Painting Book
In the first chapter, Poppy and Sam excitedly show off their new magic painting book to their friends, Jack and Lily. They explain how the book works – the magic brush with water reveals the hidden colors on the pages. Jack and Lily are intrigued and can't wait to try it out.

Real-life example: Just like Poppy and Sam in the book, my siblings and I were also ecstatic when we received our first magic painting book. We were amazed at how the colors appeared magically with just a swipe of the brush. We spent hours experimenting with different colors and creating beautiful paintings.

Chapter 2: On the Farm
Poppy and Sam decide to go for a walk around the farm to explore and see if they can find any animals to paint. They come across a farmer tending to his sheep and pigs, and Poppy and Sam start painting them with their magic brush. The farmer is confused at first, but then he realizes that the children are using a special book and even asks to have a go himself.

Real-life example: When my family and I visited a farm last summer, we saw a farmer shearing his sheep. It was an interesting sight, and we couldn't resist taking out our magic painting book to capture the moment. The farmer was surprised and was keen to try it out as well.

Chapter 3: Meet the Animals
As Poppy and Sam continue their walk, they come across a field with cows grazing peacefully. They use their magic brush to paint the cows and even give them some colorful spots. The cows moo happily, and the children are delighted with their creation. They also come across some mischievous chickens pecking around and paint them in vibrant colors.

Real-life example: During another visit to the farm, we encountered a group of curious chickens roaming freely. We used our magic painting book to add some colorful feathers to their dull feathers, and they looked like birds from a fantasy land. The farmer saw our creations and had a good laugh, saying that his chickens have never looked so colorful.

Chapter 4: The Stables
Poppy and Sam make their way to the stables and see some beautiful horses and ponies. They use their magic brush to paint them with intricate patterns and decorate their manes with different colors. The horses look stunning, and the children can't stop admiring their painting skills.

Real-life example: On our visit to a local stable, we saw some magnificent horses, and my siblings and I were eager to try out our magic painting book on them. We painted their coats with bright colors, and they pranced around, showing off their new looks. The stable owner loved the idea and offered to let us display our paintings in the stable.

Chapter 5: Creating a Masterpiece
Lastly, Poppy and Sam come across a quiet pond with some ducks swimming in it. They use their magic brush to paint the ducks and the serene surroundings, creating a beautiful masterpiece. They take a step back and admire their creation with satisfaction.

Real-life example: During our trip to the countryside, my family and I came across a tranquil pond with some ducks swimming in it. We took out our magic painting book and started creating our own masterpiece. The ducks were not too fond of being painted, but we managed to capture their beauty with our magic brush.

In conclusion, each chapter of Poppy and Sam's Farm Animals Magic Painting Book takes us on a fun and creative journey. This book not only encourages children's imagination and artistic skills but also teaches them about different farm animals and their surroundings. With the help of a magic brush and a little bit of water, Poppy and Sam show us that anything is possible – even painting farm animals!